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The Honourable Pierre Poilievre is a Canadian politician serving as the leader of the Conservative Party and leader of the Official Opposition. He has been the Member of Parliament for Battle River—Crowfoot since August 2025.www.conservative.ca/pierre-poilievre/www.ourcommons.ca/Members/en/Pierre-Poilievre(25524) Perplexity: Download the app or ask Perplexity anything at https://pplx.ai/rogan. Visible. Live in the know. https://www.visible.com/catfished Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's Thursday, March 19th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Chine Communists continue to harass the church China's National People's Congress passed the innocuously named “Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress” last week. The new law requires the enforcement of a strong sense of Chinese identity across society. This would continue China's suppression of religious and ethnic minorities. It would also affect social organizations and churches. International Christian Concern noted, “Christian home churches are an attempt to escape government scrutiny, but even they are often raided and their members arrested on charges of working against the interests of the state.” China is ranked 17th on the Open Doors' World Watch List of the most oppressive countries to be a Christian. Trump postpones trip to meet with Chinese President China will have to reschedule a meeting with the United States as the war in Iran continues. U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday he will postpone his trip to Beijing. The trip was scheduled for the end of the month. President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping plan to discuss trade tariffs. The trade war between the two countries has been on pause since last October. Commenting on the postponement, President Trump said, “Because of the [Iran] war, I want to be here. I have to be here.” Israel killed Iran's top security official on Monday Israel killed Iran's top security official, Ali Larijani, in a strike on Monday. Larijani was likely running the country since U.S. and Israeli strikes killed Iran's supreme leader last month. The recent war has lasted nearly three weeks so far. President Trump told reporters yesterday that America's involvement in the war may be ending soon. Listen. TRUMP: “We're not ready to leave yet, but we'll be leaving in the near future. We'll be leaving in pretty much the very near future. But, right now, they've been decimated from every standpoint. We've had great support from countries in the Middle East. Great support. But we've had essentially no support from NATO.” Paul Ehrlich, father of population control, died Paul Ehrlich, known as the father of population control, died last Friday at the age of 93. The biology professor and population scientist wrote the 1968 book, The Population Bomb. Ehrlich falsely claimed population growth would cause widespread starvation. He promoted the murder of unborn babies and mass sterilization to stem the alleged tide of overpopulation. His work inspired governments and organizations to push contraception, abortion, and sterilization on the world. Hebrews 9:27 says, “It is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment.” Scotland Parliament votes against legalized assisted suicide Scotland's Parliament voted Tuesday against a bill to legalize assisted suicide. The vote ends two years of national debate on the issue. Alisdair Hungerford-Morgan, Chief Executive of Right To Life UK, said, “This is a great victory for the most vulnerable in our society. They deserve protection and care, not a pathway to suicide. If this legislation had passed, countless vulnerable people would have been pressured or coerced into ending their lives.” Moody Bible victorious in religious liberty case In the United States, a Christian college won its religious freedom case against the Chicago Board of Education. Previously, the city's public schools blocked The Moody Bible Institute of Chicago from participating in its student-teaching program. The college could only participate if it compromised its Christian hiring practices. The public schools backed down after the lawsuit. Jeremiah Galus with Alliance Defending Freedom commented, “We're hopeful other public officials will take note that they can't inject themselves illegally and unconstitutionally into a religious non-profit's hiring practices.” YouVersion: No AI chatbots to answer theological questions And finally, a leading digital Bible platform is not implementing artificial intelligence chatbots for answering theological questions. The YouVersion Bible platform has over one billion downloads around the world. YouVersion CEO Bobby Gruenewald told Christian Daily International that AI models are inaccurate. He said, “The best model with the best performance, with the most popular versions of the Bible that are most indexed, misquotes Scripture at least 15% of the time. Some of them as much as 60% of the time.” Unlike chatbots, God's Word is always accurate. Psalm 12:6 says, “The words of the LORD are pure words, like silver tried in a furnace of Earth, purified seven times.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, March 19th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
EPISODE SUMMARY The Dragon Mech Pilots' fight is complicated by a blast from the past in Part Two of Dragon Reactor. SHOW NOTES Dragon Reactor One Shot News & Updates One Shot Patreon One Shot TWITCH ULTIMATE RPG VILLAIN BACKSTORY GUIDE Follow the cast here! Dillin Apelyan Nova Drak Brian Flaherty Lexi McQueen ----------------------------------------------------- Know Your Rights Toolkits Find and call your representatives and be heard (US) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (Canada) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (UK) ---------------------------------------------------- Music Used in This Episode Runaway Quartet, Moments Lurk, Wicked Cinema With Great Vengeance, Moments Shroud, Wicked Cinema Editing and sound design by Shaghik Manè. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to the UK Health Security Agency, five new cases of meningitis have been confirmed in Kent. Two people have died in the outbreak. Health Secretary Wes Streeting has described it as an 'unprecedented' outbreak although the risk of the disease spreading is low. So what are the facts parents and young people should be aware of? Dr Gayatri Amirthalingam, Deputy Director, Immunisations and Vaccine Preventable Diseases at the UK Health Security Agency, and GP Dr Ellie Cannon join Anita Rani.Today, the Football Association is launching new educational resources to tackle the barriers girls face in playing football in school. Sue Day, director of women's football at the FA tells Anita how we can get more girls onto the pitch, and how she kept playing sport as a teenager.MI5 will pay compensation and has apologised to a woman who was coercively controlled and attacked with a machete by one of its agents. The woman, who is being called Beth, made a legal claim following a BBC investigation four years ago, which showed that the man was a neo-Nazi misogynist who used his security service role as a tool of abuse. Joining Anita are Kate Ellis from the Centre for Women's Justice who represented Beth, and BBC investigations reporter Daniel de Simone.Have you ever stopped to think about how our gardens got to be filled with so many different plants and flowers? A new exhibition at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford answers exactly that question, taking visitors across the world. Anita talks to Dr Francesca Leoni, the co-curator of In Bloom - How Plants Changed Our World. Last year, MPs voted to decriminalise abortion for women in England and Wales, meaning a woman would no longer face prosecution for ending her own pregnancy. The amendment to the Crime and Policing Bill removes criminal liability for the woman herself, but medical professionals and others who assist an abortion outside the legal framework could still be held criminally liable. The Bill is still passing through Parliament, and according to research by the Guardian, women are still being arrested. We hear from Guardian reporter Hannah Al-Othman.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Kirsty Starkey
The Canadian prime minister, Mark Carney, has given his generals and admirals an unusual command: spend money. Lots of it. Quickly. For years, it was the other way around. Canada wore the uniform of a serious NATO ally – while undershooting the alliance's 2% of GDP defence spending target. Now, spurred by what Carney has called a “rupture” in geopolitics, Ottawa is adding billions to hit NATO's target by 31 March 2026 – the end of the fiscal year. Military leaders are scrambling to reverse a culture of frugality and long planning cycles. Parliament's budget watchdog has said the Department of National Defence sometimes struggles to spend the funds it already has. The Conservative defence critic has said the new billions are money “the department won't be able to shovel out the door.” Neal Razzell follows the money to see what changes — and what doesn't — when a military tries to expand at speed. In Quebec, at Canada's main basic training base, he watches the rebuild begin — as recruits and instructors grapple with the limits of time, staff and space. In British Columbia, at the Navy's Pacific headquarters, he asks the commander of Maritime Forces Pacific what “spend fast” can actually fix in a fleet Carney says is less than half operational.This episode of The Documentary comes to you from Assignment, investigations and journeys into the heart of global events.
2. Joseph Ellis, *The Cause: The American Revolution and Its Discontents, 1773 to 1783*. King George III exerted unprecedented power by using £800,000 from the royal treasury to essentially purchase the interests of roughly 30% of Parliament. This financial influence allowed him to control Britishpolicy as a monarchical act, even while claiming to defend parliamentary authority. Benjamin Franklin initially sought to bridge the gap between the empire and the colonies by proposing a British Commonwealth model. However, after being publicly humiliated by the Privy Council, Franklin was radicalized, becoming an incalculable asset for the American cause as a wise and patient diplomatic negotiator. (2)
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On this episode of the Wise_N_Nerdy podcast, Charles and Joe return for another adventure where fatherhood, fandom, and laughter collide. As always, the show kicks off with the Question of the Week, inviting listeners to imagine themselves stepping directly into the worlds they love. This time the question is: “If you could add yourself as a playable character to any video game, which game would you choose and what would your special ability be?” The discussion quickly becomes a celebration of gaming culture as Charles, Joe, and the community dream about entering iconic worlds like Pokémon, Kingdom Hearts, Borderlands, and Final Fantasy VIII. From creative superpowers to hilarious ideas for character abilities, the conversation highlights the imagination that makes gaming such a powerful part of nerd culture. With the traditional roll of the dice deciding the flow of the show, the first segment to appear is “How Do I…?”. This time the hosts tackle a topic that affects every parent and every nerd: how to take care of your health—both mental and physical. Charles and Joe discuss the importance of self-care, navigating modern healthcare systems, and making smart decisions about health insurance and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). It's an honest conversation about balancing life, responsibilities, and well-being while still making time for the hobbies we love. Next up, the dice guide the show into the “What Are You Nerding Out About?” segment. Joe shares how much he's been enjoying the comedy series Animal Control, though he admits that no matter what role Joel McHale plays, he'll always be Jeff from Community in his mind. Meanwhile, Charles is riding a wave of creativity, channeling his energy into making videos for his own TikTok channel and exploring new ways to share his humor and ideas with the world. The dice roll again and lead into the thoughtful “Parliament of Papas” segment. Charles and Joe break down a Reddit story about someone asking friends for money for a vacation before the trip even happens. The hosts dive into the social dynamics of group events, discussing fairness, communication, and the sometimes awkward financial expectations that can arise among friends. Their experiences shed light on the importance of transparency and trust when planning shared activities. Of course, no episode of Wise_N_Nerdy would be complete without a healthy dose of groan-worthy humor. The dice declare it's time for Bad Dad Jokes, featuring a series of Pokémon-themed jokes from Bob that deliver maximum cringe and laughter. The fun continues with a nostalgic knock-knock joke from MRS Underscore, with a little help from Jebby, reminding everyone why dad humor is truly timeless. Finally, the show wraps up with the beloved “Daddy, Tell Me A Story” segment, where Charles and Joe reflect on childhood memories of trying to fix problems… and making them far worse. Joe recounts his attempt to improve the taste of powdered milk by adding sugar—an experiment that did not go as planned. Charles shares the unforgettable story of trying to back the family car out of a carport as a kid, only to discover the pole he hadn't accounted for. These hilarious tales highlight the learning experiences—and occasional disasters—that come with growing up. From video game dreams and nerd culture to parenting wisdom and childhood misadventures, this episode captures the heart of the Wise_N_Nerdy community. Whether you're here for gaming talk, dad humor, or real conversations about life and family, there's something for everyone. Most importantly, it's a reminder to embrace your passions, connect with your people, and Find your FAMdom. Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
00:00 Intro01:18 Taiwan Parliament Approves $9B U.S. Arms Deal03:21 Could the U.S. Hack China's Surveillance Cameras?05:11 Senate Hearing: ‘Malign Foreign Influence in Higher Education'07:49 Lawmakers Press Military on CCP Threats, U.S. Readiness11:36 Bill to Protect Victims of Forced Organ Harvesting13:01 China's Forced Organ Harvesting on Falun Gong14:17 Sun: Bipartisan Outcry Over Persecution of Falun Gong15:25 Beijing's Repression of Faith Reaches U.S. Soil16:39 Sun: Over 300 Cases of Transnational Repression17:38 Falun Gong Protection Act Targets Organ Harvesting
The true story of how in 1956 Prime Minister, Anthony Eden, lied to Parliament and took Britain to war under false pretences, told through the eyes of a young civil servant, Donald Logan.Within days of his appointment as assistant to the Foreign Secretary, Logan is sent on a secret mission to Paris and soon finds himself at the centre of a major tripartite conspiracy. Together with representatives of France and Israel, a plan is hatched to attack Egypt following their nationalising of the Suez canal.Thirty years later as Government documents are to be declassified Logan must decide whether to tell his side of the story. Richard Monks' drama is based on several sources including Logan's own unpublished memoir. It includes some imagined scenes.Donald Logan ..... Jamie Parker Irene Logan ..... Fenella Woolgar Anthony Eden ..... Joseph Millson Selwyn Lloyd ..... John Heffernan Patrick Dean ..... Elliot Cowan Christian Pineau ..... Raad Rawi Ben Gurion ..... Elliot Levey Moshe Dayan ..... Shai MathesonWriter ..... Richard Monks Director ..... Sally AvensA BBC Studios Audio Production
Former Labour MP Peeni Henare has called time on his 12 year career in Parliament. He sits down with political reporter Lillian Hanly to discuss his resignation, and the balancing act of "being Māori" and "being a politician." Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
In December 2023, 100 Opposition MPs were suspended from the Lok Sabha in a single week — the largest mass suspension in the history of India's Parliament. But how unusual is this? As Birla faces a rate no-trust vote in the Parliament, our analysis of Lok Sabha records since 2004 shows that 112 MPs were suspended during Om Birla's first term as Speaker, accounting for nearly half of all suspensions in the past two decades. The Quint continues to track how India's democratic institutions — from Parliament to courts and investigative agencies — function and are held accountable. Watch the full investigation. Read the story here:https://www.thequint.com/news/politics/om-birla-no-confidence-motion-data-investigation-mp-suspensions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EPISODE SUMMARY Dragon mech-riding pilots chase down a gargantuan roaming vessel on its way to enact a ritual that will destroy everything. SHOW NOTES Dragon Reactor One Shot News & Updates One Shot Patreon One Shot TWITCH ULTIMATE RPG VILLAIN BACKSTORY GUIDE Follow the cast here! Dillin Apelyan Nova Drak Brian Flaherty Lexi McQueen ----------------------------------------------------- Know Your Rights Toolkits Find and call your representatives and be heard (US) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (Canada) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (UK) ---------------------------------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's the day after the release of the Mandelson files and now attention is turning to what isn't in the documents. Crucially, we don't know how the Prime Minister responded once he was presented with clear evidence that the Labour peer had a close friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.Sir Keir has insisted to Parliament that due process was followed at all times. But Tim and Camilla ask: do the revelations contained in these files make a mockery of that claim?Plus, the Government has pushed ahead with a formal definition of anti-Muslim hate despite concerns that it will be used to suppress free speech. We're joined by the former Tory MP and lawyer Dominic Grieve, who co-wrote the new definition, to ask why Labour is prioritising this kind of discrimination just as anti-Semitism is on the rise.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorProducers: Lilian FawcettSenior Producer: John CadiganExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanVideo Producer: Will WaltersStudio Operator: Meghan SearleSocial Producer: Nada AggourEditor: Camilla Tominey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sally, Polly, Danny and Hugo look at what the Mandelson files say about decision making in Keir Starmer's Downing Street. Is there a comparison with Boris Johnson's handling of the Chris Pincher scandal, which led to Johnson's resignation as prime minister?With Starmer's cost of living agenda in trouble, we ask if lessons can be learned from Edward Heath and the 1973 oil crisis, and from Tony Blair taking on the tanker drivers in the 2000 fuel protests.The team give their ideas for rewiring the nation, including moving Parliament to York and swapping the older person's bus pass for electric bikes.Send your questions, comments and feedback to howtowin@thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EPISODE SUMMARY Dragon mech-riding pilots chase down a gargantuan roaming vessel on its way to enact a ritual that will destroy everything. SHOW NOTES Dragon Reactor One Shot News & Updates One Shot Patreon One Shot TWITCH ULTIMATE RPG VILLAIN BACKSTORY GUIDE Follow the cast here! Dillin Apelyan Nova Drak Brian Flaherty Lexi McQueen ----------------------------------------------------- Know Your Rights Toolkits Find and call your representatives and be heard (US) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (Canada) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (UK) ---------------------------------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The civil service retirement policy is explained in Parliament; the Environment Minister updates MPs on government's sargassum removal policies; and CBC is training a new group of recruits.
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Britain is getting rid of hereditary aristocrats in the House of Lords, after a 700-year old history.
“This is not the beginning of a new right-wing revanche fascist era; this is the end of something. But the problem is we can't get to the new world because the new world is too filled with problems.” — Jonathan TaplinTrump fantasizes about himself as a king. But he's actually just an interregnum, at least according to Jon Taplin — author of Move Fast and Break Things, Hollywood insider, and old friend. In a “terrifying” new piece in Rolling Stone, Taplin draws an unusual historical parallel: Trump as Oliver Cromwell. Cromwell cut off the king's head, slaughtered Catholics in Ireland (his Lebanon), tried to install his son as successor, and ended up with his head on a pike outside Parliament. MAGA is not the future, Taplin suggests. It's the Gramsci-style death rattle of something that was already dying.The real question is what's being born. Jon Taplin calls it the digital military-industrial complex — managed by Thiel, Musk, Andreessen, and a “real piece of work” drone entrepreneur unluckily named Palmer Luckey. In the Fifties, Eisenhower warned America about the dangers of a military industrial complex made up of 40 or 50 defense contractors. Now there are five, and — in Thielian Zero to One fashion — Silicon Valley wants to shrink them down to a techno-oligarchy.Today's Iranian war, Taplin says, is the sneak preview of this. In Iran, AI is now, so to speak, calling the ethical shots. Palantir's targeting system used old intelligence and identified a former military base. Thus the 175 dead children in a school next to a munitions factory. AI is only as good or evil as the information you feed it. Move fast and break things, Taplin appropriated Zuckerberg's dictum to describe Silicon Valley's impact on America. But Zuckerberg was only referring to domestic things — technology, society, democracy. Now it's the world.But there may be hope. Anthropic is resisting the administration. The midterms are coming. Republican unity is cracking. But there's also Taplin's Taco Tuesday (TTT) — “Trump Always Chickens Out” — especially, for some reason, on a Tuesday. Taplin predicts Trump will declare victory in Iran and withdraw. The alternative — invoking the Insurrection Act to cancel the midterms — would have sounded insane a year ago. But, of course, nothing sounds insane in our interregnum times. Cromwell's head ended up on a pike. Jon Taplin's Hollywood cronies are, no doubt, licking their lips in anticipation of history repeating itself. First as tragedy, then as farce. Five Takeaways• Trump Is Cromwell, Not the Future: Taplin argues this is not the beginning of a permanent MAGA era but the end of something—an interregnum in Gramsci's sense. Cromwell ruled for eight years, tried to install his son, and ended up with his corpse dug up and his head on a pike. The old is dying and the new cannot be born. In this interregnum, many morbid symptoms appear.• The Digital Military-Industrial Complex Is More Dangerous Than Eisenhower's: Eisenhower warned about 40 or 50 defense contractors. Now there are five. Silicon Valley—Thiel, Musk, Andreessen, Luckey—wants to replace them. The US spends more on defense than the next ten countries combined. 59% of discretionary spending goes to the Pentagon. That money doesn't build bridges or fund colleges.• AI Targeted a School and Killed 175 Children: AI is selecting targets in Iran. The system—Palantir's—used old intelligence and identified a former military base that had been a school for eight years. The children are dead. AI is only as good or evil as the information you feed it.• Altman Threw Amodei Under the Bus: Sam Altman publicly supported Anthropic's position on surveillance and autonomous weapons on a Tuesday. By Friday he'd signed a deal with the Department of War. Classic Sam. Meanwhile the administration is trying to kill Anthropic by barring any government contractor from using Claude—a potential death sentence for a company built on enterprise clients.• Taco Tuesday: Trump Always Chickens Out: Taplin predicts Trump will declare victory and withdraw—“Taco Tuesday,” where TACO stands for “Trump Always Chickens Out.” The midterms are coming. Either the Democrats run the table, or Trump invokes the Insurrection Act to avoid electoral defeat. Nothing is insane with this president. About the GuestJonathan Taplin is Director Emeritus of the Annenberg Innovation Lab at the University of Southern California and the author of Move Fast and Break Things, The Magic Years, and The End of Reality. He was tour manager for Bob Dylan and The Band and produced Martin Scorsese's Mean Streets and The Band's The Last Waltz. He lives in Los Angeles.ReferencesReferences:• Jonathan Taplin, “The Terrifying New Era of American Imperialism” — Rolling Stone• Move Fast and Break Things by Jonathan Taplin• The End of Reality by Jonathan Taplin• Eisenhower's farewell address (1961) and the original military-industrial complex warning• Antonio Gramsci: “The old is dying and the new cannot be born; in this interregnum many morbid symptoms appear”• The Last Supper (1993)—the Clinton-era consolidation of defense contractors from 25 to 5About Keen On AmericaNobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States—hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 2,800 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the most prolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting.WebsiteSubstackYouTubeApple PodcastsSpotify Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction: Move fast and break the world ...
John Maytham speaks to Andrew Woodburn about the multi-million rand salary package of Parliamentary Secretary Xolie George – Andrew gives details on whether or not this can be justified. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic, and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30 pm. CapeTalk fans call in to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 to 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Once A DJ is brought to you by:https://www.vinylunderground.co.uk - 10% off your next order using code onceadjhttps://www.sureshotshop.com/ - Record adapters (including customs) & accessorieshttps://myslipmats.com/ - Custom and off the shelf Slipmats, dividers and more.Once A DJ is a https://remote-ctrl.co.uk productionOther ways to support the showFollow the show on Spotify or Apple PodcastsAny feedback or questions? Hit up the Once A DJ Instagram PageSubscribe to the Once A DJ PatreonBuy your Once A DJ Sureshot 45 adapter clampsDJ Super Dmitry | Dee-Lite, Nauti Siren & The Sound of a Life Lived in MusicThis week on Once A DJ, Adam is joined by DJ Super Dmitry — one third of Dee-Lite, the group behind one of the most joyful and enduring records in dance music history. But Dmitry's story goes far beyond 'Groove Is in the Heart', and this conversation goes all the way back to the beginning.Dmitry grew up in Soviet Ukraine as a third-generation musician. His grandmother — unable to afford a piano during the disruptions of the Russian Revolution, Civil War and World War Two — cut piano keys from paper so she could practise by hand. That love of music carried through the family, and Dmitry began lessons at five, was attending a conservatory music school by seven, and was already writing his own compositions in the style of Gershwin and Scott Joplin by eight.Western music was tightly controlled. Records could only be obtained on the black market — for around $50 each — and were copied onto reel-to-reel before being traded on. A track from Jesus Christ Superstar introduced him to something funky he couldn't yet name, and the search for that sound would shape the rest of his life.At 14, Dmitry and his family left the Soviet Union — the first in their town to do so, and treated as traitors for it. After periods in Austria and Italy, where he discovered punk (the Pistols, the Damned, X-Ray Spex, Iggy Pop), the family arrived in New York in 1978. On Halloween. In a Black neighbourhood in Brooklyn. Having never seen Black people before.From a 50-cent bin in a record shop, he picked up 'The Clones of Dr. Funkenstein' by Parliament because the cover looked insane. That was the moment. 'There it is,' he thought. 'That's the sound I've been looking for.' He's been a funkateer ever since.New York in the late 70s and early 80s was extraordinary — punk, disco, hip hop, and house all converging in the same sweaty rooms. Dmitry became an elevator operator at Danceteria, practising guitar in the lift between floors while Sisters of Mercy and the Sugar Hill Gang did soundchecks below. He ran into the pre-fame Beastie Boys regularly, worked at the Pyramid Club (run by drag queens, and a real education in showmanship), and played for Kool Herc and Grandmaster Flash at block parties in Harlem and the Bronx.Dee-Lite formed as a direct attempt to bridge the gap between house and funk. They built a following through monthly shows drawing up to 1,500 people, which caught the attention of a Billboard writer and eventually sparked a label bidding war. They signed to Elektra — choosing them because their A&R, Nancy Jeffries, had signed Iggy Pop and Bjork, and that felt like the right kind of open-mindedness.Elektra didn't believe 'Groove Is in the Heart' had any traction. They let Dee-Lite do the video anyway, and Dmitry remembers the precise moment he knew it had crossed over: standing in a grocery store queue when it came on the radio and the cashier started dancing at her till. 'That's my jam,' she said. 'That's my jam.'Q-Tip turned up to the studio, listened for 15 minutes, jotted notes, and nailed it in two takes. Bootsy Collins casually mentioned he had 'some friends' who might be able to play horns — those friends were Fred Wesley and Maceo Parker, who arrived as near-strangers to each other after five years apart and immediately played like they'd never stopped.Their first proper gig with a full live band was in front of 300,000 people at Rock in Rio. The second album was recorded expensively in a big studio; Dmitry considers it their weakest. The third, Dewdrops in the Garden, went back to basics and home recording, and he's proud of how well it still sounds.The band broke up when Dmitry and Kier's relationship ended, and he eventually made his way to Berlin — partly drawn by its thriving club culture, partly pushed out of New York by Giuliani's crackdown on clubs. He played Tresor, won a Best Techno DJ award at Ibiza despite not really being a techno DJ, worked with Julie Cruz, remixed Chaka Khan and Ziggy Marley, and kept making music.Then during the pandemic, a friend sent him a vocalist called Jessie Evans. He sent her some dub tracks that had been sitting on his computer for years. She recorded them one by one, sending back a finished song every couple of days from Brazil — while caring for two young children. Before they had ever met on video, they had an album's worth of material. That project became Nauti Siren. She moved to Germany, they got married, and they now have around five albums' worth of music ready to release. The first, 'Rising', is out now.This is a remarkable conversation with someone who has lived inside the history of popular music for fifty years — and who still has plenty more to say.Find DJ Super Dmitry:Instagram: @superdjdmitryNauti Siren 'Rising' — out on Bandcamp and all streaming platformsOnce A DJThe podcast that looks at what brings us together and what sets us apart. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.
There's been plenty of commentary around a Bill that's before Parliament which seeks to make English an official language of New Zealand. It's part of a coalition deal with National and New Zealand First, putting English alongside Maori and Sign Language. That got us thinking about "official" languages and how they get such status, for more on this Dr Andreea Calude joins Jesse.
There have been few creative bursts of the modern era more epic than George Clinton's in the 70s. He had so many songs in his brain he had to keep creating bands or producing artists to get them all out. One of his key players during this furtive time was guitarist Michael Hampton. "The Kidd" joined George's team while still a teenager when Eddie Hazel started to do his own thing. From there, George used him in Parliament, Funkadelic, the Brides of Funkenstein, Parlay, and with artists like Bootsy Collins, Bernie Worrell and Fred Wesley. Michael still plays with the P-Funk All-Stars to this day and has recently released a free EP called Into the Public Domain that shows he hasn't lost anything in terms of guitar playing. It was a heady time and Michael and I try to wrap our brains around it all, but it was a challenge. However, there's no mistaking that some of the greatest funk music ever made has Michael's stamp on it and we're grateful he's here this week to discuss it with us. Enjoy! www.michaelwhampton.com www.patreon.com/thehustlepod
Claude wrote these. I did not. Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack are back for Episode 147, recorded on 5 March 2026. It's a massive week of news — a record Kiwi exodus to Australia, a leaked Liberal Party post-mortem, the Star Casino legal fallout, a landmark war in Iran, and a bumper AFL season preview. Settle in.Record Kiwi Migration & Trans-Tasman Economics[00:00:41]The BBC reports New Zealand citizens are leaving at record levels — over 60,000 departed in a single year, the equivalent of 180 people per day. Former PM Jacinda Ardern has joined the exodus, reportedly house-hunting on Sydney's northern beaches. Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack debate the merits of the northern beaches vs. the eastern suburbs, and the real net migration figures behind the headlines.Net migration loss from NZ: over 30,000 in 2024 to Australia aloneLong-term departures hit 101,932 in 2023 — remarkable for a nation of 5.3 millionNZ GDP per capita: USD 49,000 vs. Australia's USD 69,000New Zealand has been in negative GDP growth since December 2024, but is forecasting ~4% growth in the next financial yearAustralia has maintained consistent positive GDP growth post-COVID (0.8%–2.5% p.a.)The two countries are described as being at opposite ends of the economic cycleBrief discussion on Jacinda Ardern's post-Harvard career options and what Julia Gillard's post-PM trajectory looks like by comparison
One thing always leads to anotherThat's why big sisters have baby brothersAnd how King George gave away a nationwhen he said “No” to representation.He did not not know how much it meantfor those colonies to have seats in Parliament.Think about it. The cry of the colonies was only this:“No taxation without representation.”What if King George had said…“That is a fantastic plan!Each colony needs to choose a man.”And if the colonies had responded,“We'd like to send two.”And King George had said…“Then two seats it will be!Because you people are important to me.”The difference that would have made in history,Will forever be an unsolved mystery.But I do know this, and I know it for sure:That having an open mind is a powerful curefor avoiding problems that can spiral out of controland haunt you forever, wherever you go.If there is a moral to this story,I guess it would be this:Never shout “No” when there isa workable way to say Yes.Never shout “No” when there isa workable way to say Yes.Never shout “No” when there isa workable way to say Yes.One thing always leads to another.I was speaking with Clara, the wife of Danny, one of my clients.Clara collects silverwork made by the world's great silversmiths.One of Clara's hopes is to someday acquire an exceptionally fine piece of silverwork made by – “The British are coming! The British are coming!” – Paul Revere.Were you aware that Paul Revere was a famous silversmith?The unseen silverwork of that midnight man was floating in a slow circle in the asteroid belt of my mind when the haunting voice of Paul Revere whispered silently in my ear,“What would have happened if King George had said ‘Yes' and given each of his thirteen American colonies two seats in Parliament?”A conversation about what Clara collected quickly became a quirky poem that quietly abandons seven words of subtle sexual humor to move into the story of a stupid king who launched a faraway war he could never win.Creative thought is not sequential; it is relational, a pinball that ricochets off levers and bumpers at unexpected angles, the energy of the unexpected, triggering bells in the brain and flashing lights in the mind.Crazy Jack Kerouac had rules for writing:9. The unspeakable visions of the individual8. Write what you want, bottomless from bottom of the mind7. Blow as deep as you want to blow.My few lines of accidental verse soon became a song sung by imaginary singers who are currently touring the world.You can catch their show in the rabbit hole.Roy H. WilliamsCourtney De Ronde is a financial decoder. She studies the same financial data that business owners and their accountants review, but she uncovers opportunities and risks within those numbers that are almost always overlooked. This is why Courtney De Ronde has evolved as a scaling expert. She helps businesses grow by avoiding the missteps that non-strategic growth always causes.As Courtney shares with roving reporter Rotbart, most business owners will expand their revenues but end up working harder, hiring more people, piling on expenses, and somehow ending up with the same — or even less — profit. Learn what you need to know at MondayMorningRadio.com
Are you enjoying this? Are you not? Tell us what to do more of, and what you'd like to hear less of. Iceland RoundupThe Reykjavík Grapevine's Iceland Roundup brings you the top news with a healthy dash of local views. In this episode, Grapevine publisher Jón Trausti Sigurðarson is joined by Heimildin journalist Aðalsteinn Kjartansson, and Grapevine friend and contributor Sindri Eldon to roundup the stories making headlines in recent weeks. On the docket this week are: Icelanders To Vote On EUThe government announced last week that a referendum asking whether or not Iceland should continue negotiations with the EU about what terms Iceland could join the union on. The referendum will take place on August 29th.Fish Washes Ashore In South Iceland, Locals Eat ItThe strange occurrence of perfectly edible fish washing ashore in the small fishing village of Stokkseyri made the news this weekend. Reasons are unclear, but getting fish into the pots of the locals, usually requires more work.Standardized School Tests Back After A 5 Year Absence Elementary schools in Iceland held the first standardized tests since 2021, last week. The Chancellor Of the Catholic Church In Iceland's Great PR RÚV reported that the Catholic Church in Iceland was providing suppression therapy, which is illegal in Iceland. The Chancellor of the Icelandic congregation said, when queried on the subject that: “We must preach what the church preaches. It is that simple. [..]Whether it is legal or illegal, I know about these laws [..] Parliament does not dictates to me what I should say. I should say what the church tells me and what Jesus Christ proclaims." So much for secularism.Price Of Food Has Risen Faster Than SalariesThe price of food in Iceland has risen by 7,8% since the last collective bargaining agreement was signed in March 2024 according to The Icelandic Confederation of Labour (ASÍ), and by 10% according to Statistics Iceland. ASÍ's main economist, Ágúst Arnórsson, told visir.is that the price hikes could void the 2024 collective bargaining agreement.Middle East War — Oil Prices To Go Up In IcelandAnd adding fuel to the fire that is currently the high inflation in Iceland are expected price raises on gasoline.Support the show------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SHOW SUPPORTSupport the Grapevine's reporting by becoming a member of our High Five Club: https://grapevine.is/high-five-club/Or donate to the Grapevine here:https://support.grapevine.isYou can also support the Grapevine by shopping in our online store:https://shop.grapevine.is------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This is a Reykjavík Grapevine podcast.The Reykjavík Grapevine is a free alternative magazine in English published 18 times per year, biweekly during the spring and summer, and monthly during the autumn and winter. The magazine covers everything Iceland-related, with a special focus culture, music, food and travel. The Reykjavík Grapevine's goal is to serve as a trustworthy and reliable source of information for those living in Iceland, visiting Iceland or interested in Iceland. Thanks to our dedicated readership and excellent distribution network, the Reykjavík Grapevine is Iceland's most read English-language publication. You may not agree with what we write or publish, but at least it's not sponsored content.www.grapevine.is
#cuttheclutter The sinking of Iranian warship IRIS Dena in international waters off the Sri Lankan coast in Indian Ocean has raised questions over the 'legality' of American action at sea. After the US attack,Sri Lanka allowed another Iranian ship to dock. Meanwhile External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar today told the Parliament that India had granted docking permission to an Iranian naval vessel (IRIS Lavan) on 'humanitarian grounds'. #CutTheClutter Episode 1806 looks at the international law of naval warfare and what it says about the legality of the US sinking of an Iranian ship. ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta also explains why in the many laws of war, two Iranian ships found refuge from India & Sri Lanka, while one was sunk by US. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Watch CutTheClutter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnZ574bLX50 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To visit ThePrint Store: https://store.theprint.in/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Produced By: Mahira Khan
rWotD Episode 3231: Kirstie Marshall Welcome to random Wiki of the Day, your journey through Wikipedia's vast and varied content, one random article at a time.The random article for Monday, 9 March 2026, is Kirstie Marshall.Kirstie Claire Marshall (born 21 April 1969) is an Australian aerial skier and Victorian state politician.Marshall was an ex-gymnast who became an aerial skier at Mount Buller, Victoria. During her skiing career Marshall won over 40 World Cup medals, including 17 World Cup gold medals. Marshall competed in aerial skiing as a demonstration sport at the 1992 Albertville Winter Olympics, and as a medal event at the 1994 Lillehammer and 1998 Nagano games, where she came sixth and fourteenth, respectively.In December 2002, aged 33, Marshall was elected as a Member of Parliament in the Victorian Legislative Assembly for the Labor Party.On 26 February 2003, she was ejected from the Lower House chamber for breastfeeding her 11-day-old baby, Charlotte Louise. A section of the Parliamentary rules, namely Standing Order 30, states: "Unless by order of the House, no Member of this House shall presume to bring any stranger into any part of the House appropriated to the Members of this House while the House, or a Committee of the whole House, is sitting." As there is no age limit to 'strangers in the House' (non-elected persons), only MPs and certain parliamentary staff are allowed in the House during sitting times.Subsequently, the Speaker of the House set aside a room in which female MPs can feed their children without violating the Standing Orders.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:19 UTC on Monday, 9 March 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Kirstie Marshall on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Matthew.
Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex tumbled 1,244-points this morning from Friday's close, at 32,354 on turnover of 27.6-billion N-T. The market fell just over 70-points on Friday, as investors remained worried about geopolitical tensions in the Middle East that have sent the price of oil on an upward climb, to hit its highest level in nearly two years. Lai says supporting women makes Taiwan 'more powerful' President Lai Ching-te says he believes Taiwan will become "more powerful" if women have more support and choices from society. Taking to Facebook to mark International Women's Day, Lai said when a society is willing to give women more support and room for choice, Taiwan will not only become kinder, but also more powerful. Noting that the theme of this year's International Women's Day is "Give To Gain," Lai said he hopes every Taiwanese woman, whether striving (努力) in the workplace or cultivating family life, can "freely become her ideal self." Lai's Facebook post went on to say his government has promulgated Taiwan's first national action plan on gender-based violence prevention … .. and that plan aims to integrate violence-prevention resources to "build a more comprehensive and complete gender equality protection network." Japanese-style Mazu float headlines parade at Taiwan Lantern Festival in Chiayi A Japanese-style lantern float featuring Mazu headlined the national baseball team parade at the Taiwan Lantern Festival in Chiayi County this past weekend. The large art piece was a Japanese Nebuta, a traditional lantern float handmade from wood, metal wire, and paper. The float was crafted domestically (國內的) in Taiwan by Nebuta artists Makoto Suwa and Hiromi Hayashi, from Japan's Aomori City. They were invited by the General Association of Chinese Culture to serve as resident artists for this year's Lantern Festival. The float headlined the parade to celebrate Taiwan at the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Iranian foreign minister says no plans to increase range of its ballistic missiles Iran's foreign minister says the country currently has no plans to increase (增加) the range of its ballistic missiles. AP correspondent Julie Walker reports US SKorea Begin Drills The United States has begun a large military exercise with South Korea involving thousands of troops while also waging an escalating war in the Middle East. The Freedom Shield exercise that began Monday runs through March 19. South Korea has said about 18,000 Korean troops will take part, while the U.S. hasn't confirmed the number of American troops participating in the training in South Korea. The allies' combined exercise comes amid South Korean media speculation (猜測) that Washington is relocating some assets from South Korea to support fighting against Iran. Canada PM Calls for Special District Elections Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called special elections for three districts that, if his party wins, would give the Liberals a majority government (多數政府). The prime minister announced votes will be cast on April 13-thth The Liberals currently have 169 Members of Parliament in the House of Commons, but they need 172 to secure a majority government which would allow them to pass any bill without the support of an opposition party. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. ----以下為 SoundOn 動態廣告---- 【遠雄樂元】 台中北屯捷運X好市多 雙首排 ➤早鳥首付55萬起 旗艦級新地標21-39坪,台中北屯機捷總站20米,好市多60米,出站即到家。2147坪新世代遊園宅,全齡化公設✦ 早鳥輕入住 https://sofm.pse.is/8sx7ws -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
Welcome back to another unforgettable episode of the Wise_N_Nerdy podcast with Charles and Joe, where dice rolls decide destinies and fatherhood collides beautifully with fandom. As always, the episode kicks off with the Question of the Week, and this one sparks big dreams and even bigger nerd energy: “What's the ultimate piece of nerd gear you'd put in your dad cave if budget and space weren't issues?” Listeners and hosts alike go all in. From elite, industrial-grade 3D printers capable of bringing any tabletop miniature to life… to a fully customized personal distillery worthy of a fantasy tavern… to the ultimate no-compromises gaming setup with immersive audio, wall-to-wall displays, and enough RGB lighting to guide ships safely to harbor — the ideas are bold, brilliant, and beautifully nerdy. It's a perfect blend of tech, creativity, and dad ambition that sets the tone for the episode. Then comes the signature roll of the dice. Fate chooses “What Are You Nerding Out About?” to lead the charge. Joe dives into the anime Reincarnated as a Dragon Hatchling, a fantasy series packed with video game mechanics, leveling systems, and satisfying progression. It scratches that isekai itch while leaning into stat sheets, skill trees, and strategic growth — catnip for gamers and anime fans alike. Meanwhile, Charles is nerding out about the game CloverPit, an experience that pulls him in with its unique mechanics and engaging gameplay loop. The contrast between dragon-powered anime evolution and interactive gaming obsession perfectly captures the range of fandom living under the Wise_N_Nerdy banner. Another roll of the dice… and brace yourselves. It's time for Bad Dad Jokes. Joe and his son Bob unleash a father-son combo attack of groan-inducing punchlines. The jokes come fast. The groans come faster. It's wholesome chaos at its finest and a reminder that sometimes the simplest moments — even painfully pun-filled ones — are the most memorable. But the dice are not finished. Next up is “Daddy, Tell Me A Story.” Charles and Joe reflect on their recent experience at Con Nooga in Chattanooga. While the convention itself didn't quite live up to expectations, the weekend wasn't a loss. Charles shares how he pivoted, making the most of the trip by exploring Chattanooga with his wife, turning disappointment into connection. It's a candid conversation about expectations, adaptability, and choosing joy when plans don't pan out. Another roll leads into the practical and powerful “How Do I…?” segment. This time, the discussion centers around professional boundaries. Charles and Joe open up about real-world workplace scenarios where they had to clearly define expectations, communicate proactively, and establish healthy limits. It's grounded, applicable wisdom for anyone navigating leadership, teamwork, or difficult conversations. Finally, the dice decree it's time for the Parliament of Papas. Charles and Joe weigh in on Devocite's delightful dilemma: his daughter Ruby wants to get a miniature cow… and knock down a wall in her room. What follows is a hilarious but thoughtful exploration of parenting judgment calls, balancing encouragement with practicality, and knowing when to say yes — and when to lovingly pump the brakes. From dream dad caves and dragon hatchlings to convention reflections, workplace wisdom, and miniature livestock negotiations, this episode delivers laughter, insight, and heart in equal measure. If you're looking for a community that celebrates fandom, fatherhood, and friendship, this is your invitation to Find your FAMdom. Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode includes discussion of sensitive topics, including sexual assault and violence, that some listeners may find distressing. Please take care while listening, and feel free to pause or step away if you need to.At fifteen, Naz Shah was forced into a marriage thousands of miles from home. Years earlier, she had been sent from Bradford to rural Pakistan, pulled out of school and dropped into a life that felt a world away from the one she had known.But the road that would eventually lead her to Westminster begins much earlier. It starts in a Bradford childhood shaped by poverty, upheaval and a mother trying desperately to hold her family together after being abandoned and left dangerously vulnerable.In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O'Brien sits down with Shah to explore the experiences that shaped her life. She recalls growing up amid instability, belongings packed into black bin liners, and the powerful expectations around honour and reputation that governed the choices available to women and girls.As the conversation unfolds, Naz reflects on the moment her childhood ended and the shock that followed her return to Britain. A family crisis would eventually lead to her mother being imprisoned for killing the man who had controlled and abused her for years, a truth that emerged only gradually and changed the course of Naz's life.This is a conversation about survival, silence and the weight of honour. How does a girl who left school at twelve find her way to Parliament? And what happens when the story behind a family tragedy finally comes into the light?Find out more about Honoured by Naz Shah here Additional support:If you've been affected by anything you've heard in this episode, please take a moment to read the resources listed: Rape Crisis, Women's Aid, Victim SupportEXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal -> https://nordvpn.com/fulldisclosure Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee
It's International Women's Day on Sunday 8 March, and our guest is the Labour Member of Parliament for Bradford West, Naz Shah. Naz tells Gyles her extraordinary story; about her father, who left the family when she was only six years old, leaving the children and their mother in poverty, insecurity and sometimes squalor. About her mother, who was abused by two men - first by her husband, and then by a neighbour who seemed to be offering help and support, but who actually wanted sex. Naz tells Gyles about being sent away to Pakistan as a 13 year-old, and forced into an arranged marriage with her first cousin. She talks about the concept of 'izzat', or honour, which runs so deeply through this traditional and conservative community. She talks about the dramatic events that happened when her mother finally snapped, and gave her abuser a fatal dinner which changed everything.This is a shocking story about the vulnerabilty, bravery and strength of women.Naz Shah's book, 'Honoured: Survival, Strength and My Path to Politics' is out now, and available here.Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube here. Join The Rosebud Family here. And visit our website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Palace of Westminster towers over the River Thames as a symbol of British democracy. But look a little closer and the building is falling apart. From fire risks and asbestos to crumbling stonework and miles of aging wiring, experts warn the U.K. Parliament is becoming an increasingly dangerous place to work for MPs, peers and staff. The Restoration and Renewal Programme has spent years trying to work out how to fix it. But now, the politics of repairing Parliament may be even more complicated than the engineering. In this week's Westminster Insider, Patrick Baker takes a tour of the building's crumbling infrastructure and hears from the people battling over what to do next. Restoration expert Alexandra Meakin sets out the risks of continued delay. Liberal Democrat MP Marie Goldman argues MPs should temporarily move out to allow the work to be done. Conservative MP and Father of the House Edward Leigh dismisses the plans as over-engineered “gold-plating”. And former minister Ed Vaizey wonders whether Parliament should move out altogether. Finally, POLITICO's Ottawa bureau chief Nick Taylor-Vaisey explains how Canada tackled the same problem — and what Westminster might learn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stephen Grootes speaks to Micaela Paschini, Team Lead: Tax Legal at Tax Consulting SA about a major court ruling that could reshape how tax policy is made in South Africa. The Western Cape High Court has found that a section of the VAT Act allowing Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to change the VAT rate without parliamentary approval is unconstitutional. The court suspended the order for 24 months to give Parliament time to fix the law, and the ruling will still need confirmation from the Constitutional Court of South Africa. In other interviews, Philip Myburgh, Group Head of Trade for Business and Commercial Banking at Standard Bank talks about the broad improvements in trade‑enabling infrastructure and the rising business confidence highlighted in the latest Standard Bank Africa Trade Barometer. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa Follow us on social media 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's open line, Clement Manyathela and listeners discuss the sentencing of former ANC MP Vincent Smith to an effective seven-year jail sentence for corruption and fraud relating to kickbacks he received from Bosasa. They also touch on Sarah Jane Trent's testimony at the Ad Hoc Committee inquiry in parliament last night. Morover, they share experiences on gentle parenting following Clemet's interaction with "Mimi" on a fight to Cape Town. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marina and Jemma dive back into the escalating crisis in Iran as Trump and Netanyahu continue bombing, apparently without checking if that's a good idea with… anyone.As oil prices surge and the world edges closer to something that looks suspiciously like a wider war, the Trawl ladies compare the responses from the leaders of the main UK political parties. Meanwhile, Spain's Prime Minister shows what an actual spine looks like. As one tweeter put it Spain is now Spine.Along the way there's Candace Owens mangling names, Jimmy Fallon doing late-night diplomacy, and political commentator Ana Kasparian dropping truth bombs.There's some vintage Tony Benn reminding everyone how Parliament should sound, and a pudding that proves the internet is still capable of producing comedy gold.War, hypocrisy, distractions and the odd moment of sanity — just another week on The Trawl.Thank you for sharing and please do follow us @MarinaPurkiss @jemmaforte @TheTrawlPodcast Patreonhttps://patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheTrawl Twitterhttps://twitter.com/TheTrawlPodcastIf you've even mildly enjoyed The Trawl, you'll love the unfiltered, no-holds-barred extras from Jemma & Marina over on Patreon, including:• Exclusive episodes of The Trawl Goss – where Jemma and Marina spill backstage gossip, dive into their personal lives, and often forget the mic is on• Early access to The Trawl Meets…• Glorious ad-free episodesPlus, there's a bell-free community of over 3,300 legends sparking brilliant chat.And it's your way to support the pod which the ladies pour their hearts, souls (and occasional anxiety) into. All for your listening pleasure and reassurance that through this geopolitical s**tstorm… you're not alone.Come join the fun:https://www.patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EPISODE SUMMARY A soldier and a clone love each other and fuck behind the regime's back when they aren't being used as tools for their supremacy. SHOW NOTES All's Fair One Shot News & Updates One Shot Patreon One Shot TWITCH ULTIMATE RPG VILLAIN BACKSTORY GUIDE Follow the cast here! Dillin Apelyan Nick Meyer ----------------------------------------------------- Know Your Rights Toolkits Find and call your representatives and be heard (US) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (Canada) Find and call your members of Parliament and be heard (UK) ---------------------------------------------------- Shaghik Manè. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michael Crick reveals shocking details on Nigel Farage's alleged school racism, chaotic parties, near-death escapes, and why he's Britain's most successful politician this century. Get Michael's book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/One-Party-After-Another/dp/1471192296 Follow him on X: https://x.com/MichaelLCrick Come to my live show: https://podlifeevents.com/event-details/heretics-live-show-in-conversation-with-suella-braverman-hosted-by-andrew-gold-11-mar-2026-tickets?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=launch&utm_partner=ag SPONSORS: Organise your life: https://akiflow.pro/Heretics Earn up to 4 per cent on gold, paid in gold: https://www.monetary-metals.com/heretics/ Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/heretics Michael Crick, legendary journalist and Farage biographer, drops jaw-dropping revelations on Nigel Farage: from schoolboy racism & anti-Semitism witnessed by over 30 people, bullying a young African boy, chaotic Reform UK councils raising taxes, surviving three near-death accidents, secret Tory defection attempts, dependence on James Goldsmith's death for UKIP success, Trump-like contradictions, grooming gangs failures, mass immigration realities, and why Farage remains the most influential & successful politician of the 21st century despite spending almost no time in Parliament. Explosive Heretics interview – don't miss it! #FarageExposed #NigelFarage #MichaelCrick Join the 30k heretics on my mailing list: https://andrewgoldheretics.com Check out my new documentary channel: https://youtube.com/@andrewgoldinvestigates Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_ok Heretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Chapters: 0:00 Farage: Most Successful Politician This Century? 5:07 Farage's Early Green Vote & Tory Rejection 9:05 Shocking School Racism & Anti-Semitism Claims 13:49 Does Farage Still Panders to Racists? 18:24 When Farage "Lost" His Racism 23:24 Far Right vs Reform – What's the Difference? 28:29 Reform's Chaotic Council Record Exposed 33:03 Who Should Patriots Vote For Now? 38:07 Farage's Trump Obsession & Putin Admiration 43:04 Immigration: Enrichment or Cultural Threat? 48:15 Future Mass Migration & Birth Rate Crisis 53:08 Politicians Raking It In – Farage's Million 58:03 Farage's High Life & Man of the People Myth 1:03:30 Coutts Scandal Revived Farage's Career 1:08:11 Near-Death Crashes & Irritability Link 1:12:00 A Heretic Michael Admires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A two-hour special as Jeremy Kyle talks to Reform UK London Mayoral Candidate Laila Cunningham. Plus Poppy Coburn joins Jeremy in the studio to discuss British allies joining in condemnation over Starmer's weakness over Cyrpus. Katie Lam joins to spread the word over her website groominggangjustice.uk to force Labour to investigate grooming gangs in full and expose those who covered it up. Former MP and anti-lockdown Steve Reed joins the line-up whilst Jeremy has a ding-dong with Labour MP Tom Hayes. Sarah Vine and Nigel Evans round out the morning with their views on the Chinese spies with access to Parliament and Labour plus the latest on the Iran War.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Freeview 280, Fire TV, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Adam Bosch from Parliament Brewing is back on Brew Ha Ha with Herlinda Heras today to talk about the Cheesesteak Competition on March 21. Adam has been on the show several times, the most recent was this episode last September. Chris Amadio from Mamadios food truck, is in the studio. They were the people's choice winner at last year's Cheesesteak competition. First, they are drinking Capital Letters, a new West Coast IPA that they started brewing last year. The hops are Riwaka, Citra and Nelson. Russian River Brewing Co. is open in Santa Rosa on 4th St. and at their big Windsor location. Visit their website for up-to-date Pliny the Younger 2026 information. This is their third year of the Parliament Brewing Cheesesteak competition. Apart from the five cheesesteak vendors, they will have four bands and a dj, plenty of seats, tables and chairs, tents and parking. The cheesesteak vendors will be Mamadio's, Lila's Streetside Eats, The Spot Food Truck, Golden Steak Warriors and Canevari's Deli. There will also be so far about 13 merch vendors, and food and beverage vendors. Eagles, Phillies, 76ers, Flyers. Herlinda recalls visiting Philadelphia and finding cheesesteaks. The old city has cobblestone streets and lots of corner shops like delis and restaurants. There is also a burgeoning brewery scene. Chris Amadio is from Philadelphia and he can really turn on the Philly accent when he wants to. Eagles, Phillies, 76ers, Flyers. The competition is for cheesesteaks not limited to Philly style, so everyone can have their own twist. There will be two awards, one from the judges and the people's choice award. Herlinda will actually be one of the judges on March 21. One of the other judges is Mercedes Ramos who runs the SoCo Market, who has also been on the show. The Cheesesteak competition day is kid friendly and dog friendly. There will be four bands, SPF, Citizen Flannel, Werewolf on Holiday and then Ellie James and the Electric Dream.
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Krishani Dhanji, political reporter and live blogger for Guardian Australia, based in Canberra.
Inside London is a one-square-mile entity older than Parliament itself. It has its own mayor. Its own police. Its own flag. And a permanent representative embedded inside the British legislature who has never been elected.This is the City of London Corporation — and for centuries, it financed the British Empire.But when that empire collapsed after World War II, something unusual happened. The land empire ended. The financial empire didn't.In 1957, a quiet regulatory decision birthed the Eurodollar market — and the City reinvented itself as the center of global offshore banking. Using jurisdictions like Jersey, Cayman, and the British Virgin Islands, it built what researchers call "the spider's web": a hidden empire for moving capital outside normal regulation.The old empire ruled territory. The new empire rules liquidity.This episode investigates:• The medieval charter that still protects the Square Mile• The Remembrancer — the City's unelected agent inside Parliament• How the Eurodollar market rewired global finance• The birth of offshore banking and the spider's web• Why the British Empire didn't disappear — it went underground
Royal favourites, we want your voice notes in our new miniseries on historical failures. Look out for Producer Al's callout post on patreon.com/thisishistory. It's there where you can listen to this week's bonus episode, where Dan discusses what likely triggered Henry VI's descent into silence, while he also gives a primer on England's warring noble families: the Nevilles, Percys, and Courtenays. Henry VI isn't responding to anyone. Not to his physician, nor to his newborn son, Prince Edward. He's just inert, catatonic. If the king's health is said to be a mirror of the health of the realm, then England's in big trouble (which it is). The Hundred Years' War is on the verge of being decisively over in France's favour. England has lost Gascony, Normandy, and Maine, with only the small Garrison at Calais left. This a full-blown crisis that is usually left to the king to solve, but instead, Parliament decides to make Richard Duke of York the Protector of the realm — angering Queen Margaret and York's nemesis, Edmund Duke of Somerset. Then something remarkable happens: Henry wakes up. – A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices – Written and presented by Dan Jones Producer - Alan Weedon Senior Producer - Dominic Tyerman Executive Producer - Simon Poole Production Manager - Jen Mistri Production coordinator - Eric Ryan Mixing - Amber Devereux Head of content - Chris Skinner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Steve Gruber Show | Freedom's Counterpunch: Iran, SCOTUS & the Billionaire Grab --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:09 – Ali Safavi, member of Iran's Parliament in Exile, the National Council of Resistance of Iran, and President of Near East Policy Research. Safavi provides updates on developments inside Iran and growing unrest. He discusses the regime's stability and what opposition leaders are seeing on the ground. 28:07 – Knox Williams, President of the American Suppressor Association (ASA) Foundation. Williams discusses the ASA Foundation's lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the National Firearms Act (NFA) registration requirements. He explains the legal arguments and what the case could mean for Second Amendment rights. 38:22 - Monologue 47:13 – Katie Daniel, Director of Legal Affairs for Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America. Daniel addresses concerns from lawmakers about the FDA's delay in reviewing updated safety data on the abortion pill. She explains the legal and regulatory questions surrounding the issue. 56:47 – Holly Adams, Ohio congressional candidate, lifelong Ohioan, mother of two, and advocate for conservative policies. Adams explains why swing districts like Ohio's 1st are critical to advancing the Trump agenda. She discusses border security, the economy, and grassroots voter engagement. 1:05:35 – Mark Vargas, GOP media surrogate, Editor-in-Chief of Illinois Review, and former Iraq Task Force member in the Office of the Secretary of War (2007–2010). Vargas reacts to reports of celebrations in parts of Iran amid political upheaval. He discusses what shifting sentiment could mean for U.S. foreign policy. 1:15:28 - Monologue 1:24:16 – Dr. Josh McConkey (Ret.), USAF Colonel, emergency physician, military commander, and award-winning author. McConkey analyzes the latest developments in Iran and emphasizes the high stakes for the Iranian people. He shares a powerful comparison from an Iranian-American who likened the moment to France at the start of D-Day. 1:34:00 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses new policies restricting California schools from withholding information from parents about their children's gender-related decisions. The conversation also touches on “Operation Epic Fury” and reactions inside Iran, including claims that many citizens are hopeful for expanded freedoms. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... The second episode is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/vZiEUjtQ-m4
Welcome back to another episode of the Couple Casuals Podcast!In this episode, Stefano sits down with Cait Alexander — advocate, survivor, artist, and founder of a nonprofit dedicated to ending intimate partner violence — for a raw, courageous, and deeply personal conversation about survival, justice, politics, and the urgent need for change in Canada.Cait walks through her journey from living a public life in fashion and entertainment to surviving a brutal attempted murder at the hands of her ex-partner — and how the justice system ultimately failed to bring her case to trial. She shares how she rebuilt her life, moved to the United States for safety, pursued trauma therapy, and transformed her worst day into a mission to protect other women.Throughout the episode, Stefano and Cait dive into:• how abusive relationships escalate — and the warning signs many miss• why the most dangerous time for a woman is when she tries to leave• the night Cait survived a four-hour attack and how she documented the evidence• how bail laws and Jordan's Principle resulted in her charges being stayed• the emotional toll of watching her attacker walk free• trauma recovery, EMDR therapy, and rebuilding trust after violence• the role of family support in survival and healing• the founding of her nonprofit and becoming an advocate for victims• her testimony before Parliament and the viral committee moment• Bill C-75, bail reform, and how legislation directly impacts public safety• why politics is not optional when real lives are affected• what Canada must confront about crime, justice, and accountabilityCait also speaks openly about navigating public backlash, being labeled politically for speaking out, and why she refuses to stay silent — even when it's uncomfortable.This episode is emotional, intense, and necessary — exposing the intersection of intimate partner violence, failed policy, and the courage it takes to stand up anyway.Grab a casual, lock in, and let's get into it.Host: Stefano (stefo)Instagram: @drstefohttps://www.instagram.com/drstefo?igs...Guest: Cait AlexanderInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cait.alexander?igsh=NXoyNzdoMXVkOWYzVisit and support Cait's charity called “End Violence Everywhere” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/endviolenceeverywhere?igsh=MTRyMW0ybjR4aDJoeA==This episode is brought to you by Canada First — secure your home with Canada's best home fortification. Visit https://canadafirst.com/ to learn more.CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro + Sponsor0:30 Cait Returns to Toronto1:23 “Make Your Worst Day Your Best”2:05 Cait's Public Life vs Private Trauma3:56 The COVID Relationship5:36 First Signs of Abuse7:38 The Day Everything Changed9:32 The Four-Hour Attack11:55 Police & Tactical Response15:19 Leaving the House for Good18:39 Charges & Bail Shock23:41 Jordan's Rule Explained25:44 Trauma Recovery & Moving to LA28:25 EMDR & Healing29:08 Turning Pain Into Purpose30:31 Charges Stayed by the Crown31:25 Peace Bond Hearing33:38 The Parliamentary Committee Moment36:20 “Nothing Gets Done” Viral Clip39:55 Political Fallout & Backlash41:42 Bill C-75 & Bail Reform43:28 Why Politics Isn't Optional46:11 Crime, Boundaries & Canada's Culture48:58 Being Labeled “Far Right”50:40 The Economics of Violence52:57 Why Do Policies Protect Criminals?55:32 Youth Intervention & Prevention58:40 U.S. vs Canada Justice Systems1:02:10 Women, Voting & Political Identity1:06:35 Final Salute
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This week on Wait a Second…, Jason Concepcion and Tyler Parker are joined by Ringer legend Chris Ryan, who offers some insight into British politics, tabloid culture, and the still spreading ripple effects of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal for members of Parliament and the royal family.In this episode:00:00: Before Jeffrey, there was Jeffries06:22: Who is Peter Mandelson?13:28: Diving into the Epstein files20:56: The fall of Prince Andrew43:52: A true/false quiz on historical punishments for royal indiscretions50:30: The LUSID score54:21: The Doomscroll: Rogue vacuums, Sam Altman, and El MenchoHosts: Jason Concepion and Tyler ParkerGuest: Chris RyanProducers: Cory McConnell, Donnie Beacham, and Justin SaylesArt direction: David ShoemakerMotion graphics and animations: Chris CalletonEngineering: Sarah ReddySet design: Hannah Leiken and Jonathan Ratliff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices