Podcast appearances and mentions of paul garcia

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast, we welcome Paul Garcia of Spot Up Shot and host of the Small Market Bias Podcast to break down the Spurs' decision to trade up and select Tarris Reed Jr. with the No. 26 pick in the NBA Draft. Plus, we take a deep dive into Stephon Castle's first two seasons in San Antonio.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia was joined by Draft Analyst David Lee, where they discussed the following topics: (01:22) Lee shares his draft knowledge on Allen Graves, Chris Cenac Jr., and Jayden Quaintance, and why Quaintance has the most upside in his draft analysis. Plus, a few more draft prospects who would fit with the Spurs, such as Joshua Jefferson. (16:04) Discussing draft prospects in the second round, where the Spurs will have the 35th, 42nd, and 44th picks. (23:46) After the draft analysis, Paul breaks down a Friday trade rumor linking the Spurs to Detroit Pistons defensive big Isaiah Stewart. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia was joined by guest Benjamin Bornstein, where they discussed the following topics: (04:15) With 11 players under contract for the upcoming season, the San Antonio Spurs will have 10 open roster spots in the offseason. What team needs do they need to address in the draft? (07:38) Looking at draft prospects in the 20th pick range, with a focus on Allen Graves, Jayden Quaintance, and Chris Cenac Jr. (20:30) Discussing draft prospects in the second round, where the Spurs will have the 35th, 42nd, and 44th picks. A number of players are mentioned here, like Joshua Jefferson, Zuby Ejiofor, Alex Karaban, Emanuel Sharp, and more. (30:31) Pondering whether the Spurs will or should trade some of these picks and whether anyone in the 20th pick range could be ready by next spring to play at the level of competition the Spurs saw in the Western Conference Finals and NBA Finals. Regarding the draft prospects discussed in this episode, you can see the full list by visiting the 2026 Spurs Draft Board 1.0 Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia was joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discussed the following topics: (02:30) A similar trend followed the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. The Spurs led by 16 points, but when the New York Knicks made their comeback and forced the game into crunch time, New York pulled away to win 94-90, clinching the NBA title in five games, 4-1. (06:46) Offense was once again the Spurs' downfall, especially in crunch time, where the Spurs had trouble generating quality looks. Rookie Dylan Harper and Victor Wembanyama led the way for the Spurs. (14:37) The Spurs had their best defensive game of the series, holding the Knicks to just 94 points, but were unable to secure the win because of San Antonio's shortcomings on offense. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 45 points in a close-out game. (22:00) Reflecting on the season for the Spurs, going from being a team projected to be in the play-in to turning into a contender. Then, getting an early picture of the upcoming offseason for the Spurs. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia was joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discussed the following topics: (00:52) After building a 29-point lead in Game 4, the San Antonio Spurs couldn't hold on to their largest lead of the series, and the New York Knicks were able to make the full comeback, with OG Anunoby winning the game on a putback layup. (07:23) The Spurs started off well offensively, making a playoff record 14 threes in the first half as they were on fire from outside. In the second half, the Spurs went ice-cold from beyond the arc and relied too much on jump shots, not going into the paint much. Victor Wembanyama and rookie Dylan Harper led the way for the Spurs on offense. (18:09) The Spurs held the Knicks to 107 points, but one of the final possessions that led to the Spurs' loss was their inability to box out OG Anunoby for the game-winning putback layup. (20:42) Looking ahead to Game 5 on Saturday to see how the Spurs respond after a gut-wrenching loss. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia was joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discussed the following topics: (00:51) The San Antonio Spurs have won their first game of the NBA Finals, going into New York on the road and defeating the Knicks by four points in crunch time. The Spurs had a better game offensively, and Stephon Castle and De'Aaron Fox made some clutch shots in the final two minutes. (05:48) The Spurs scored 115 points, their most in any game of the series. San Antonio was led by an All-NBA performance from Victor Wembanyama, and Stephon Castle had a bounce-back game. (13:23) On the surface, the Spurs allowed 111 points on defense, their most in any game of the series, but when in the halfcourt, their defense held up. (20:42) Looking ahead to Game 4 on Wednesday and what's going on in the second quarters for the Spurs so far in the playoffs. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discussed the following topics: (00:58) The San Antonio Spurs fell in Game 2 of the NBA Finals in crunch time, allowing the New York Knicks to not only take a 2-0 series lead, but to do so in San Antonio. (05:44) The Spurs' offense once again struggled against the Knicks' defense, scoring only 104 points on the night. Victor Wembanyama had a strong second half, but in crunch time, he had a critical turnover and missed his final two contested shots down the stretch. (12:43) The Spurs held the Knicks to 105 points on the night, but in a game decided by one point, there were some factors that stood out, like the Knicks' outside shooting and offensive rebounding in the fourth quarter. Karl-Anthony Towns led the way for the Knicks as he continues to present problems for the Spurs' defense. (19:09) Looking ahead to Game 3 on Monday as the series shifts to New York, where the Spurs need to find some adjustments that can help them get their first win of the series in Game 3. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discussed the following topics: (01:01) The New York Knicks' defense held the San Antonio Spurs to 95 points, as the Knicks took homecourt advantage from the Spurs in a Game 1 win on the road. (05:00) For the Spurs, they had a cold shooting night from three and were held to fewer paint points than usual. Victor Wembanyama led the way with 26 points, but he didn't get many looks close to the basket. Rookie Dylan Harper had a strong first half, but then didn't play many minutes in the fourth quarter. (20:57) The Spurs played good enough defense to win the game, holding the Knicks to 105 points, but in the end, it wasn't enough due to the struggles on offense. The Spurs can still find areas to improve, like their paint defense, where the Knicks scored 50 paint points, and how they want to guard Jalen Brunson, who scored 19 of his 30 points in the second half. (31:06) Looking ahead to Game 2 on Friday back in San Antonio, where the Spurs need to find some adjustments that can help them even the series to 1-1. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by special guest Sean Elliott, who shared his experiences as a former NBA player and provided his observations of the San Antonio Spurs-New York Knicks NBA Finals series: (00:16) Introducing Elliott, who won a championship with the Spurs in 1999 against the Knicks (01:12) Elliott provided his initial reaction to the Spurs falling in game one to the Knicks by 10 points. (02:50) Being a former player, Sean mentioned the challenge of guarding left-handed players, especially with the Knicks' go-to player, Jalen Brunson, being a lefty. (04:55) Since the Spurs' local broadcast stopped calling games once the regular season, Sean provided his thoughts on the Spurs making it through the first three rounds of the playoffs, where they're now competing for an NBA Championship with such a young roster. (07:43) What do the Spurs need to do to try to get Victor Wembanyama more looks near the basket in Game 2? (10:13) Something Head Coach Mitch Johnson mentioned after game one was that the Spurs need to try to run their offense inside-out, not outside-in. Sean echoed that strategy when asked about how the Spurs can get more paint scoring in Game 2. (12:16) Spurs rookie Dylan Harper came off the bench with 16 points on efficient shooting. Elliott provided his observations on the young rookie so far in the playoffs. (14:33) While the Spurs' defense still played well enough to win the game by holding the Knicks to 105 points, there are still some areas they can clean up, according to Sean. (19:24) Lastly, Sean knows what it's like to go to Madison Square Garden during the NBA Finals and try to win in that arena. He shared his perspective on what the Spurs players have to be ready for in that environment. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia was joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discussed the following topics: (01:37) The journey for the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks to reach the NBA Finals, as well as takeaways from the three regular-season meetings between the two teams. (11:29) The Knicks' first-ranked offense in the playoffs is going up against the Spurs' second-ranked playoff defense. (16:45) Observations on some of the Knicks' key players in Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges, and Josh Hart as they prepare to face the Spurs' defense. (26:16) The Spurs' third-ranked playoff offense against the best defense in the postseason of the Knicks. (32:34) Key players for the Spurs are Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle, De'Aaron Fox, Dylan Harper, Devin Vassell, and Julian Champagnie as they try to score against the Knicks' defense. (42:13) Series predictions for who will win and in how many games. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia was joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discussed the following topics: 00:00 Spurs Return to the Finals 02:08 Game Seven Breakdown 08:42 Defensive Dominance 17:22 Offensive Highlights 26:55 Looking Ahead to the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by special guest Marques Johnson, who shared his experiences as a former NBA player and gave his thoughts on a number of Spurs topics: (00:16) Introducing Johnson, his NBA resume, where he was a multi-time All-Star and All-NBA player, and had his jersey retired by the Bucks. Today, he's a basketball analyst on the Bucks broadcast. (04:18) Johnson provides his observations on Wemby and why Victor isn't like many big men we've seen come through the league. (10:40) Johnson's take on what he's seen from Stephon Castle through two years in the NBA. (11:58) The craftiness Johnson has seen from rookie Dylan Harper as he's close to completing his rookie season. (15:28) Johnson reacted to the news that Spurs associate head coach Sean Sweeney will become the new head coach of the Orlando Magic. Johnson talked about how Sweeney helped turn around the Bucks' defense while on the coaching staff in Milwaukee. (16:37) How Mitch Johnson has helped guide this young Spurs team all the way to the Western Conference Finals. (20:27) What the Spurs need to do to try to get a win on the road in Game 7. (24:24) Johnson shared his experience of playing three Game 7s during his career and the type of environment the Spurs are about to face. (27:30) How some role players will have to step up for the Spurs or Thunder to help their team get a win. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discussed the following topics: (00:38) In a do-or-die Game 6, the San Antonio Spurs used a 20-0 run in the third quarter to put the game away and defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder by 27 points. (04:26) After the Thunder found cracks in the Spurs' defense during Game 5, San Antonio returned home with another lockdown defensive performance, holding OKC to 91 points and MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to his worst game of the postseason. (12:51) Victor Wembanyama and Dylan Harper were both much more aggressive, as the Spurs finally got their 3s to go in and moved the ball around with 30 assists on their way to 118 points. (27:53) Looking ahead to Game 7 on Saturday in Oklahoma City, to see what the health status will be for Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell, as well as what adjustments the Thunder can make to get SGA better looks. Also, whether the Spurs' aggression will travel on the road in a game that will determine their season. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discussed the following topics: (00:37) In a pivotal Game 5, the San Antonio Spurs fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder on the road, and the Spurs now face the brink of elimination for the first time in their playoff journey. (03:58) After a superb defensive performance in Game 4 for the Spurs, the Thunder were able to find cracks in San Antonio's defense in Game 5, scoring 127 points without Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell. (14:26) On offense, the Spurs were once again cold from outside as a team, and Victor Wembanyama wasn't able to get many shots close to the rim. (28:28) Looking ahead to Game 6 on Thursday in San Antonio, to see what the health status will be for Williams and Mitchell, as well as what adjustments the Spurs can make to get Wemby more looks and closer shots in the paint. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discussed the following topics: (00:48) The San Antonio Spurs have evened the Western Conference Finals series 2-2 with the Oklahoma City Thunder, after the Spurs' defense locked down the Thunder and San Antonio won Game 4 by 21 points. (03:31) The Spurs having statistically their best defensive game of the season, holding OKC to just 82 points on the night, including two quarters below 20 points. The Spurs also changed up their defensive scheme when guarding MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, which trickled down to his Thunder teammates. (12:01) Victor Wembanyama led the way on offense for the Spurs with 33 points, as the Spurs were barely able to put over 100 points on the scoreboard in the win. (20:29) Looking ahead to Game 5 on Tuesday in OKC, to see what the health status will be for Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell, as well as what adjustments the Thunder can make to get their role players going. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discussed the following topics: (00:50) Even with De'Aaron Fox and Dylan Harper available for Game 3, the Oklahoma City Thunder went into San Antonio on Friday and defeated the Spurs by 15 points to take a 2-1 series lead. (04:20) The Thunder are starting to find cracks in the Spurs' defense in the last two games, with Oklahoma City scoring a series high 123 points. The Thunder bench outscored the Spurs' bench 76-23, with Jalen Williams having to miss the game with a hamstring injury. (13:24) With a cold shooting night from outside, the Spurs were limited in the paint, and the Spurs struggled to score in the half-court against the Thunder defense. (23:27) Looking ahead to Game 4 on Sunday, to see what the health status will be for Jalen Williams, as well as what adjustments the Spurs can make on both ends of the floor, and whether or not they should continue to try to trap Shai Gilegeous-Alexander. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by special guest Michelle Beadle, host of the 'Run It Back' show on FanDuel TV, where they discussed the following topics: (00:52) Michelle's thoughts on the Spurs being back in the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2017. (04:20) When the Spurs entered the conversation as contenders this season. (06:10) The Spurs and Thunder so far through two games, with San Antonio taking homecourt advantage from OKC by winning Game 1 on the road in double overtime. (08:30) Jalen Williams, De'Aaron Fox, and Dylan Harper are all listed as questionable for Game 3 due to different injuries. (15:00) The adjustment the Thunder made in Game 2 by putting Isaiah Hartenstein on Victor Wembanyama, and what the Spurs need to do to get Wemby more looks inside. (18:44) Whether on defense, the Spurs should focus a bit more on the mid-range in Game 3, or continue to keep the primary focus on protecting the rim. (21:25) How Stephon Castle's turnover issues could decrease if Fox is able to join the series. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discussed the following topics: (04:02) De'Aaron Fox missed Game 2 due to injury, and Dylan Harper and Jalen Williams joined him on the injured list after having to leave the game early. The Thunder, meanwhile, were able to even the series with a 9-point win in crunch time. (10:22) Looking at the Spurs' defense, where OKC was able to have a better night offensively, scoring 122 points in the game, the most by a Spurs opponent in the playoffs. (16:58) Breaking down the Spurs on offense, with the Thunder making a matchup adjustment of having Isaiah Hartenstein defend Victor Wembanyama, and how the turnover issue for Stephon Castle and the Spurs continues to plague them. (26:36) Looking ahead to Game 3 on Friday, to see what the health status will be for Fox, Harper, and J-Dub, as well as what adjustments the Spurs can make to get Wemby more looks against Hartenstein. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discussed the following topics: (02:20) Double overtime was needed to decide a winner between the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with an incredible 41 points, 24 rebounds, and 3 blocks, as the Spurs defeated OKC minus their other All-Star, De'Aaron Fox. (09:18) Looking at how Wemby was too much for the Thunder defense inside the paint, and how he got help on offense from Dylan Harper, Stephon Castle, Devin Vassell, Julian Champagnie, and Keldon Johnson. (18:09) The Spurs' defense remained elite, limiting the opportunities for the Thunder from the paint, and daring OKC to beat them from beyond the arc. (28:32) Looking ahead to Game 2 on Wednesday, to see what adjustments the Thunder can make to try to limit Wemby's impact inside. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discussed the following topics: (02:45) The journey for the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder in the playoffs to make it to the Western Conference Finals. As well as looking back at the five regular-season matchups between the two teams, where the Spurs won the season series 4-1. Plus, Thunder forward Jalen Williams is cleared to play in Game 1 after being on the injured list. (12:27) Looking at the Spurs' top-5 offense against the Thunder's defense, which was the best in the regular season. Also, key matchups for Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper, and Devin Vassell. (31:24) The upcoming clash between the best offense in the playoffs of OKC against the best playoff defense of the Spurs. As well as matchups the Spurs might use against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, Ajay Mitchell, and Chet Holmgren. (48:20) Providing our series predictions on who will win the series and in how many games, since on paper, this series looks like a coin flip. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discussed the following topics: (00:47) The San Antonio Spurs took over in the second half to end the Minnesota Timberwolves' season in six games, as the Spurs won comfortably by 30 points. (04:08) Stephon Castle had the best playoff game of his career to lead the Spurs, as he, De'Aaron Fox, Dylan Harper, Victor Wembanyama, and Julian Champagnie were just too much for the Wolves' defense. (10:31) Speaking of defense, the Spurs once again made it tough for Minnesota on that end of the floor, making scoring in the paint difficult once more, while continuing to limit the Wolves on the offensive glass. (17:03) Looking ahead to the schedule for the Spurs in the Western Conference Finals, where they'll face the Oklahoma City Thunder, beginning Monday, May 18. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia was joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discussed the following topics: (00:45) The San Antonio Spurs pulled away from the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter of Game 5, where the Spurs eventually won comfortably by 29 points. The Spurs have taken a 3-2 series lead, bringing them one win away from reaching the Western Conference Finals. (07:17) It was another game in the playoffs where the Spurs played lockdown defense, holding the Wolves under 100 points and not letting anyone from Minnesota get hot on offense. (15:03) The Spurs had too many options on offense for the Wolves' defense, with Victor Wembanyama, Keldon Johnson, De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, and Dylan Harper all putting pressure on the Wolves in the paint. (22:52) Looking ahead to Game 6 on Friday in Minnesota, where the Wolves face the brink of elimination. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia was joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discussed the following topics: (00:48) The San Antonio Spurs almost pulled off an upset win after losing Victor Wembanyama early in the second quarter due to a flagrant foul that ejected him from the game. In the end, the Minnesota Timberwolves had the edge on the glass and won by 5 points, to even the series at 2-2. (05:57) Breaking down how the Spurs still contested a lot of looks for the Wolves in the paint, but Minnesota was relentless with their second-chance points. (13:51) Dylan Harper, De'Aaron Fox, and Stephon Castle each scored 20 or more points on offense, but in the end, the Spurs couldn't come up with enough made shots down the stretch in crunch time. (23:30) Looking ahead to Game 5 on Tuesday in San Antonio, as well as the fact that Minnesota has forced a Game 6, which will take place next Friday (May 15) in Minnesota. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discussed the following topics: (00:58) Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to a 7-point win in Minnesota to help the Spurs take a 2-1 series lead. Wemby had his best playoff game, with 39 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 blocks. (02:40) Looking at what worked for the Spurs on offense against Minnesota and where they struggled. (09:45) Analyzing the Spurs' defense against Minnesota, where the Spurs made scoring in the paint tough, but also surrendered a lot of second-chance points. (16:54) Looking ahead to Game 4 on Sunday in Minnesota, with adjustments to watch, such as the Spurs' trapping scheme of Anthony Edwards, and the Wolves' shorter rotation. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discuss the following topics: (00:59) The San Antonio Spurs evened the series with Minnesota 1-1, blowing the Wolves out by 38 points. The Spurs' lead in the second half reached 47 points, as they have continued to respond to losses with wins since January. (05:49) Breaking down the lockdown defense for the Spurs, where they held Minnesota below 20 points in each of the first two quarters and allowed just 95 points in the game overall. (11:40) Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox bounced back on offense after struggling in Game 1. Stephon Castle and multiple Spurs also finished with double-digit scoring in the blowout. (19:35) Looking ahead to Game 3, where the series will now take place in Minnesota this weekend. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discusses the following topics: (01:04) The Minnesota Timberwolves, a 10.5-point underdog, went into San Antonio to defeat the Spurs by 2 points in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals. (04:07) Looking at how Dylan Harper, Stephon Castle, and Julian Champagnie led the Spurs on offense, but against a Top-10 Wolves defense, the Spurs struggled in a number of areas on that end. The Spurs' two All-Stars, Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox, really struggled on that end of the court. (13:02) A solid night on defense for the Spurs, with Wemby blocking a new NBA playoff record 12 shots, but how the Wolves still scored enough and crashed the glass for the win. (21:52) Looking ahead to Game 2, which tips off on Wednesday in San Antonio. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discuss the following topics: (00:56) How the San Antonio Spurs went 1-2 in the regular season against the Minnesota Timberwolves, where the Spurs usually led early by double digits, but then Minnesota would get the games down to crunch time in the end. (04:16) Predicting who the Wolves will have guard Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, Devin Vassell, and Dylan Harper, as well as where the Spurs may thrive and struggle on offense against Minnesota's defense. (24:30) The latest regarding Anthony Edwards' injury and his chances of appearing in the series. (28:32) Predicting who the Spurs will have defend Julius Randle, Jaden McDaniels, Ayo Dosunmu, and Naz Reid. Plus, it's going to be a mighty tall task for the Wolves' offense to score enough points against the Spurs' elite defense. (39:36) Providing series predictions for how they think the series will go. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discuss how: (01:52) The San Antonio Spurs dominated the Portland Trail Blazers for the first three quarters, but then Portland got within 9 points in the fourth quarter. To end the game, the Spurs relied on Victor Wembanyama on defense and De'Aaron Fox on offense to carry the team to the finish line and win the series. (05:39) The Spurs once again had another lockdown night on defense, holding the Blazers below 100 points for the third time in the series. Wemby blocked six of the Blazers' shot attempts. (11:49) Fox, Julian Champagnie, Wemby, Stephon Castle, and Dylan Harper led the way on offense. (18:42) The Spurs will see either the Minnesota Timberwolves or the Denver Nuggets in the second round. Right now, the Wolves lead their first-round series 3-2. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discusses: (01:03) The San Antonio Spurs making a 19-point comeback in Game 4 to defeat the Portland Trail Blazers by 21 points, and taking a commanding 3-1 series lead. (03:24) The Spurs' defense, led by Victor Wembanyama, putting the clamps on Portland in the second half, where the Blazers finished the final two quarters scoring less than 20 points in both quarters. (11:03) Wemby, De'Aaron Fox, and Stephon Castle leading the way for the Spurs on offense, with the Blazers having a tough time keeping Wemby and Fox out of the paint. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discusses: (00:48) The San Antonio Spurs making a 15-point comeback in Game 3 to defeat the Portland Trail Blazers by 12, and taking a 2-1 series lead. The Spurs got this win without Victor Wembanyama, who remains in the concussion protocol. (03:39) Breakout performances from the young guards Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper, as well as other Spurs players like Luke Kornet, De'Aaron Fox, and rookie Carter Bryant. For the Blazers, they were led by Jrue Holiday, Deni Avdija, Robert Williams III, and Scoot Henderson. (17:40) What stood out both positively and negatively for the Spurs on each end of the floor in the win over Portland. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid to discuss: (00:48) Victor Wembanyama entering the concussion protocol after taking a tough fall with nine minutes left in the second quarter, and being ruled out for the remainder of the game. (08:22) Revisiting what happened to the Spurs in crunch time, where they couldn't generate good shots against the Blazers' defense. (15:21) What worked well for the Spurs on defense and why, even if Wemby doesn't play in Game 3, their defense should be sustainable. (22:07) Some of the Spurs' issues on offense against the Blazers' defense. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discusses: (00:38) The San Antonio Spurs defeating the Portland Trail Blazers by 13 points in the opening game of their first-round playoff series. (02:10) Standout players for the Spurs in Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, Devin Vassell, and Luke Kornet. (08:35) Deni Avdija, Scoot Henderson, and Robert Williams III doing what they could to keep Portland close in the game. (12:47) Looking at what stood out for the Spurs on each end of the floor in this opening game of the playoffs. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid to discuss: (01:45) The San Antonio Spurs going 2-1 in the regular season against the Portland Trail Blazers without Victor Wembanyama. (09:23) Strengths and weaknesses the Spurs should have on offense against the Blazers' defense in the series. (22:29) Strengths and weaknesses Portland may have on offense against the Spurs' elite defense. (38:35) Predictions for how this series will go. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid to discuss: (01:15) The latest news regarding Victor Wembanyama's left rib contusion injury, his chances of logging 20 minutes to qualify for end-of-season awards, and how Wemby's injury might impact him early in the playoffs. (14:45) The Spurs' wins over the Philadelphia 76ers and Portland Trail Blazers were led by their team defense, and Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper, De'Aaron Fox, and rookie Carter Bryant had standout games. (24:29) Ranking which teams among the Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Clippers, and Portland Trail Blazers could be the toughest round one matchups against the Spurs. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discusses: (01:05) The San Antonio Spurs' thrilling overtime loss to the Denver Nuggets on Saturday afternoon. (05:04) What stood out from what Victor Wembanyama and Julian Champagnie said after the game? (06:30) The game Wemby, Stephon Castle, De'Aaron Fox, Devin Vassell, and Julian Champagnie had, and who some of the key defenders were for each player. (11:51) The kind of game Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, Christian Braun, and Cameron Johnson had for Denver, and how the Spurs defended them. (16:58) Looking at how the Spurs haven't been tested lately in crunch time, Wemby's endurance, what it would mean for the Spurs or Oklahoma City Thunder to draw Denver in the playoffs, and where the Spurs stand in the race for the best record in the league. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid to discuss: (03:52) The San Antonio Spurs blowing out the Miami Heat, Memphis Grizzlies, and Milwaukee Bucks to stretch their winning streak to 8 games. (21:14) How Victor Wembanyama has been scoring more often in the paint, with eight double-digit paint scoring games in a row. (27:54) Wemby's case for MVP over Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic, and Nikola Jokic. Also, why Wemby playing fewer minutes than the other three players might hurt his case. (40:41) Looking at Keldon Johnson moving into the frontrunner position according to Vegas for the 6th Man of the Year award. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ANTIC Episode 124 In this episode of ANTIC The Atari 8-Bit Computer Podcast… We have lots of game news and  emulator updates, Brad imitates a pirate, and Kay tells us that the Atari 8-bit is the "Computer of Love"! READY! Recurring Links  Floppy Days Podcast  AtariArchives.org  AtariMagazines.com  Kay's Book "Terrible Nerd"  New Atari books scans at archive.org  ANTIC feedback at AtariAge  Atari interview discussion thread on AtariAge  Interview index: here  ANTIC Facebook Page  AHCS  Eaten By a Grue  Next Without For  What we've been up to Kay's 2025 Wrapped - https://www.patreon.com/posts/kays-2025-147182056  Support Kay's Patreon and support ANTIC! -  https://www.patreon.com/savetz  Annual posting of older articles: https://archive.org/details/savetz_articles?sort=-addeddate https://archive.org/details/savetzarticle_reverend-apple https://archive.org/details/savetzarticle_finding-randy https://archive.org/details/savetzarticle_the-making-of-antic Interim Computer Museum - https://icm.museum  Events at https://icm.museum/?events  Repairing The Atari 8 Bit Astra Big D Disk Drive! by Paul Westphal - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIZPgYxfrAU  Fujisan:  https://github.com/pedgarcia/fujisan/releases/tag/v1.1.0  Fujinet Lobby games - 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New Christmas game from A/W/A: https://forums.atariage.com/topic/386809-overflow-santa-new-christmas-game-from-awa/  Overflow Santa 8bit.xex(Atari 8-bit binary file)  Overflow Santa 8bit.rom(Atari 8-bit cartridge)  KillZone: First Real-Time Multiplayer Gaming - https://www.atariorbit.org/2025/12/13/killzone-v-1-2/  Street Fighter II Released!: https://forums.atariage.com/topic/381129-street-fighter-2-for-atari-xexl/page/25/#findComment-5759887  https://vega.atari.pl/  https://vega.atari.pl/main-page/street-fighter-ii/ Pole Position Now Saves Tracks Over FujiNet (Thom Cherryhomes): Discussion - https://forums.atariage.com/topic/387116-sharing-pole-position-race-designer-tracks-over-fujinet/  Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XI0sgh9DGaw  Atari 8-Bit/5200 Homebrew Games Released/Completed/WIP in 2025 - https://forums.atariage.com/topic/378311-atari-8-bit5200-homebrew-games-releasedcompletedwip-in-2025/  New and Updated Software News Years Disk 2026 - https://demozoo.org/productions/384184/  Altirra 4.40 released from Phaeron: https://forums.atariage.com/topic/387055-altirra-440-released/  https://www.virtualdub.org/altirra.html  New version 7.0 of ASAP, Another Slight Atari Player, the most accurate Atari 8-bit computers tunes player for modern computers and mobile devices - https://asap.sourceforge.net  Publications December, 2025 Compute's Gazette with ANTIC article written by Brian Cox - https://shop.computesgazette.com/product/computes-gazette-issue-6-digital-edition/  AtariProjects - https://atariprojects.org/  Atari Insights January 2026: Newsletters - https://ataribasics.com/newsletter-hub/  YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AtariBasics  New and Updated Hardware Atari SX212 WiFi Retromodem - https://tempestfpga.com/sx212/  XL-Expander, a prototype add-on for Atari 800XL machines - https://bsky.app/profile/philsan.bsky.social/post/3ma6ybpxd6s2j  Custom Casing for the 130XE Pixel Perfect Motherboard - https://forums.atariage.com/topic/383379-new-11-1000dpi-replica-of-atari-xe-motherboard-%E2%80%93-interest-check/page/10/#comment-5772225  3D printed joystick Atari XL computers style - https://makerworld.com/en/models/2108894-atari-xl-style-joystick#profileId-2281361  Atari 400 mini at Atari.com - https://atari.com/products/atari-400-mini-1  Other The Magic Room film ebay - https://www.ebay.com/itm/116928122102  A 'Playable' Atari-Themed Hotel Is Coming - https://people.com/atari-hotel-planned-for-phoenix-interactive-esports-venue-photos-11871760 Stewart Cheifet died: https://obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/stewart-cheifet  https://archive.org/details/computerchronicles  Upcoming Shows Vintage Computer Festival Montreal - Jan. 24-25, 2026 - Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC - https://vcfed.org/vcf-montreal/  Vintage Electronics Expo - Jan. 31, 2026 - Oakland Expo Center, Waterford, MI -  https://www.thevee.org/  Vintage Computer Festival SoCal - February 14-15, 2026 - Hotel Fera Events Center, Orange, CA - vcfsocal.com  Indy Classic Computer and Video Game Expo - March 20-22 - Wyndham Indianapolis Airport Hotel, Indianapolis, IN - https://indyclassic.org/  VCF East - April 17-19 2026 - InfoAge Science and History Museums, Wall, NJ - https://vcfed.org/events/vintage-computer-festival-east/  Midwest Gaming Classic - April 24-26 - Baird Center, Milwaukee, WI - https://www.midwestgamingclassic.com/  VCF Europe - May 1-3 - Munich, Germany - https://vcfe.org/E/  Vintage Computer Festival Pacific Northwest 2026 - May 2-3 - Tukwila Community Center, South Tukwila, WA -  https://vcfpnw.org  VCF Southwest - May 29-31, 2026 - Westin Dallas Ft. 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Chris Kraus joins Kate Wolf to talk about her new novel, The Four Spent the Day Together. Organized into three linked sections, the book begins with a portrait of Kraus's avatar, Catt Greene, and her family, as they struggle to overcome the isolation of the suburbs after moving into their first home in Milford, Connecticut, in the late 1950s. The book's second part takes place many decades later: Catt is now a well-known novelist grappling with sudden fame and her failing marriage to an alcoholic ex-con named Paul Garcia with whom she lives part time in the woods of Minnesota. The final section finds Catt investigating a crime that has taken place near her home with Paul, in the neighboring town of Harding, when three teenagers senselessly murder a man after spending a full 24-hours together. What binds the stories together is alienation, chance, the acceleration of history and the spoils of late capitalism, the devastation of addiction, and an attempt to reconcile something even darker and more ineffable about the American project as it exists today.

Chris Kraus joins Kate Wolf to talk about her new novel, "The Four Spent the Day Together." Organized into three linked sections, the book begins with a portrait of Kraus's avatar, Catt Greene, and her family, as they struggle to overcome the isolation of the suburbs after moving into their first home in Milford, Connecticut, in the late 1950s. The book's second part takes place many decades later: Catt is now a well-known novelist grappling with sudden fame and her failing marriage to an alcoholic ex-con named Paul Garcia with whom she lives part time in the woods of Minnesota. The final section finds Catt investigating a crime that has taken place near her home with Paul, in the neighboring town of Harding, when three teenagers senselessly murder a man after spending a full 24-hours together. What binds the stories together is alienation, chance, the acceleration of history and the spoils of late capitalism, the devastation of addiction, and an attempt to reconcile something even darker and more ineffable about the American project as it exists today.

Second in a series of podcasts recorded at the recent South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association meeting in Hilton Head Island, Collins & Lacy President & CEO, Christian Stegmaier, interviews Paul Garcia, SCRLA Board Member and General Manager of the Dayton House Resort at Myrtle Beach. Mr. Garcia discussed the greatest challenges to his business and the company culture he has developed to make the Dayton House a great place for both workers and their guests.

On this episode of Catholic Conversations, hosts Paul Garcia and Will Tatro speak with Kathy Fulton and several pilgrims who traveled to the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament and EWTN in Alabama. Guests describe the shrine's golden beauty, cloistered nuns, times of adoration and Mass, behind-the-scenes visits to EWTN, and personal stories of prayer, healing, and renewed faith. Listeners will hear reflections on Mother Angelica's legacy, the power of pilgrimage to deepen Eucharistic devotion, and encouragement to consider making a pilgrimage of their own. https://www.olamshrine.com/

Paul Garcia and co-host Will Tetreault interview David John, founder of iCatholic Mobile, about a Catholic-focused phone service that donates profits to ministries, supports priests, and offers parental controls and a purity browser. The conversation covers smartphone addiction, protecting children online, the role of Catholic media in evangelization, and how families can set boundaries to keep faith central in a digital age. https://www.icatholicmobile.com/

Welcome to another episode of Catholic Conversations on Catholic Spirit Radio. Join host Paul Garcia in an enlightening discussion with Dr. Ray Guarendi, a renowned Catholic clinical psychologist, and father of 10 adopted children. Dr. Ray shares valuable insights on strengthening family and marital relationships, drawn from his extensive experience and his latest book, "How to Get Along with Almost Everybody." This episode delves into practical steps to handle difficult interactions, explores the dangers of labeling others with toxic terminology, and emphasizes the power of humility and apology in fostering positive connections. Whether you're dealing with challenging relatives or seeking to improve your own interpersonal skills, this conversation is packed with wisdom and humor to guide you on your journey. https://www.drray.com/

In this episode of Catholic Conversations on Catholic Spirit Radio, host Paul Garcia welcomes two special guests who share an inspiring story of faith, art, and transformation. Carmen Kelly, affectionately known as the "cleaning angel" of Catholic Spirit Radio, recounts how she came into possession of a life-size damaged statue of Our Lady of Sorrows. Together with John Smith, an art teacher from Epiphany Catholic School, they embarked on a delicate journey to restore the statue. Listeners will be moved by Carmen's devotion to the Blessed Mother and the intricate restoration process described by John. From mysterious origins and unexpected connections to an artistic rebirth, this episode highlights the power of faith and community to bring new life to something once broken. Tune in to hear how this beautiful statue became a symbol of hope and restoration for all involved.

Join host Paul Garcia on Catholic Conversations as he engages in an insightful discussion with David John, the founder of iCatholic Mobile. This episode centers on the challenges of raising children in a digital age dominated by smartphones and social media. With the prevalence of screens, parents and grandparents are navigating unprecedented terrain to protect their families while embracing technology. David John shares his unique perspective as a tech industry veteran and devout Catholic, offering practical tips and insights on setting boundaries, utilizing the right tools, and fostering open communication within families. Discover how iCatholic Mobile not only provides exceptional phone service but also channels resources to support Catholic media and ministries, reinforcing faith-based values in the digital realm. Tune in for a conversation filled with wisdom and faith-driven guidance on shaping the next generation.

Join host Paul Garcia in an intriguing episode of Catholic Conversations on Catholic Spirit Radio with special guest Dr. Matthew Bunsen. Discover the captivating story of Pope Leo XIV, the First American Pope, as detailed in Dr. Bunsen's new book. Learn about the extraordinary journey of Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost from suburban Chicago to the leadership of the Catholic Church. Dr. Bunsen shares his insights on Pope Leo XIV's unique Augustinian heritage, his missionary work in Peru, and his calm yet deeply connected demeanor. Explore how Pope Leo's leadership might shape the future of the Church, drawing on his deep intellectual and spiritual foundations. Plus, delve into Dr. Bunsen's experiences as a Catholic journalist and historian, offering a broad perspective on the Church's evolving narrative. Tune in for an engaging discussion on what makes Pope Leo uniquely American, and what his papacy might mean for Catholics worldwide. This episode promises rich insights into a notable historical moment for both the American Catholic community and the world at large.

Story of the Week (DR):The Baby Billionaire Bromance is Over: Savannah Guthrie Says Elon Musk and Donald Trump Are 'Giving 7th Grade Girl' as President Says Tesla CEO 'Has Lost His Mind'"It's so confusing isn't it? So much going wrong, so much to say, and all of it happening so quickly. The pace of oppression outstrips our ability to understand it. And that is the real trick of the Imperial thought machine.”BlackRock removed from Texas boycott list after quitting climate groupsIn a notable reversal, Texas removed BlackRock from its investment blacklistThis decision followed BlackRock's withdrawal from several climate-focused initiatives, including the Net Zero Asset Managers alliance and Climate Action 100+Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar cited these actions, along with BlackRock's support for the new Texas Stock Exchange, as reasons for the delisting.“More than $4 billion in Texas funds are invested with BlackRock,” the rep said.The Larry Fink-led company had $11.55 trillion in assets under management at the end of the fourth quarter in 2024.0.0346% Is that possible?Larry Fink; $31M; $11M bonus: “These amounts represent the discretionary annual cash Bonuses … The amount of incentive compensation awarded … was based on subjective criteria”“Lead in a changing world: Completed the creation of a more modern and unified Corporate Affairs function and leveraged the function to refresh the firm's corporate narrative and strengthen its brand.”“Corporate sustainability: Achieved BlackRock's 100% renewable electricity match goal and enhanced the Company's approach to procuring market solutions.”32% said NO on Pay (BlackRock owns 6% of BlackRock)99% said NO to Bowyer Research's theatrical request for a report on “risks related to a perceived shift away from a traditional understanding of fiduciary responsibility to stakeholder capitalism, implied by its assent to the Business Roundtable's Statement on the Purpose of a Corporation, as well as a high-profile embrace of ESG and DEI.”BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has some words of wisdom for leaders navigating the age of populism and social media: Watch what you say: "You have to be a lot more guarded. I can't say everything I really want to say to all of you right now. The reality is you have to be a lot more systematic in what you say and how you say it internally or externally. I mean, we live in a terrarium today. We live in a glass bottle."Big brands are pulling back on Pride merchandise and events this year MMCorporate America Pulls Back from PRIDE in 2025, No Rainbow Logos from Big Brands as June StartsUnitedHealth Group AGM:94% average director support93% Stephen HemsleyHemsley is stepping forward to acknowledge the fallout and chart a new course, promising a comprehensive review of some of the company's most controversial practices.The Wall Street Journal noted in its report on the company's annual shareholder meeting on Monday that Hemsley apologized for UnitedHealth's recent performance and cited a need to rethink many internal processes.99% for directors like Paul Garcia (2021/ former CEO of Global Payments) and Kristen Gil (2022/former VP, Business Finance Officer at Alphabet)92% for Michele Hooper (2007/Lead Independent Director/CEO of The Directors' Council, a private company she co-founded in 2003 that works with corporate boards to increase their independence, effectiveness and diversity)-12% gender influence gap/only 3 women/zero committee chairs)Lowest vote is John Noseworthy, M.D. (86%) former CEO of the Mayo Clinic40% NO on PaySHP excessive golden parachutes 13% YESThe board authorized the payment of a cash dividend of $2.21 per share, up from the prior dividend of $2.10, to be paid June 24 to common stock shareholders of record as of the close of business June 16Hemsley: as of the proxy date: $2.8M (as of 5/16: $3.8M)The previous dividend was $2.10 per share, paid on March 18, 2025The company also suspended its 2025 outlook.Goodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: The Trump EPA tried to bury some good newsA climate report acquired by a Freedom of Information Act request shows that U.S. climate pollution declined in 2023.The EPA report documents that in 2023, U.S. climate pollution fell by 2.3%. That's about 147 million metric tons, or MMT, of reduced carbon dioxide-equivalent greenhouse gases.2023 was the first full year after President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act, the Democrats' signature climate law that committed hundreds of billions of dollars to reducing climate pollution.DR: How a Peruvian farmer's legal defeat raised new risks for companies DRPeruvian farmer Saúl Luciano Lliuya filed a lawsuit against German energy company RWE, asserting that the company's greenhouse gas emissions contributed to the melting of glaciers near his hometown of Huaraz, Peru.This glacial melt increases the risk of flooding from Lake Palcacocha, threatening his community. Lliuya sought approximately $17,500 from RWE, representing 0.47% of the estimated $4 million needed for flood defenses, corresponding to RWE's estimated share of global emissions since the industrial era began. On May 28, 2025, the Higher Regional Court in Hamm, Germany, dismissed Lliuya's lawsuit. The court acknowledged the legal principle that major greenhouse gas emitters can be held liable for climate-related damages. However, it concluded that the specific threat to Lliuya's property was not sufficiently imminent to warrant compensation. While Lliuya did not secure the compensation sought, the court's recognition of potential corporate liability for climate damages sets a precedent. This acknowledgment may influence future climate litigation, encouraging individuals and communities to hold major emitters accountable for their contributions to climate change.MM: HahahahahahahahahaMusk says SpaceX will decommission Dragon spacecraft after Trump threatElon Musk Melts Down, Claims Trump Is In The "Epstein Files" and That's the Reason They Haven't Been ReleasedElon Musk Declares That He's "Immediately" Cutting Off NASA's Access to SpaceMusk Privately Complaining That His Immense Donations to Trump Didn't Even Buy Him Control of NASAElon Musk claims ‘without me, Trump would have lost the election'Assholiest of the Week (MM): Proxy advisorsZevra TherapeuticsISS added, “...the board's concerns about having a former CEO on the board and potential disruption are valid.”Out of 92,594 active directors in MSCI data from February, 3,123 are tagged as “former executives” at the company they're on the board of522 US companies are on the list - FIVE HUNDRED AND TWENTY TWOThat includes at least one company - National Healthcare Corp - with FOUR former executives on the boardIt also includes 104 large cap companies - like Hewlett Packard, with 3 former execs!Glass Lewis highlighted, “Mr. Regan has limited, dated, and unrelated public board service,”Egan-Jones also questioned the relevant expertise of Mangless' nominees, stating, “…we do not believe Mr. Regan's background in proxy solicitation offers meaningful value in the context of Zevra's boardroom.”Unrelated public board experience?? So you definitely suggested voting against Dana White at Meta? Or Peltz at Disney and his deep media experience? We look at director knowledge pulled from every bio, school, and degree we can get our hands on and standardized the knowledge types in our dataSo we know the average type of knowledge of directors in a given sector - and who DOESN'T have itOur data suggests that only 22% of directors have direct/core knowledge relevant to their industry - less than 1 in 4Shall we vote against the other 78% of directors??Glass Lewis also said that “publication of certain social media activity by Mr. Regan appears to suggest something of a blithe approach to compliance...”Elon?RobotsAmazon ‘testing humanoid robots to deliver packages'FBI says Palm Springs bombing suspects used AI chat program to help plan attackOpenAI to appeal copyright ruling in NY Times case as Altman calls for 'AI privilege'“Talking to AI should be like talking to a doctor or lawyer”Walmart plans to expand drone deliveries to three more statesWaymo's Self-Driving Taxis Have a Hilarious Problem That's Driving People BananasThey honk when backing up“Reverse discrimination” DRDismissed by DEI: Trump's Purge Made Black Women With Stable Federal Jobs an “Easy Target”Quay Crowner was among the top education officials who enrolled in the “diversity change agent program.”Crowner was abruptly placed on leave under Trump's executive order to dismantle DEI programs across the federal government.Her current job as the director of outreach, impact and engagement at the Education Department was not connected to diversity initiatives.More troubling, she said, was that she was the only person on her team who had been let go, and her bosses refused to answer her questions about her dismissal.When she and colleagues from different departments began comparing notes, they found they had one thing in common. They had all attended the training encouraged under DeVos. They also noticed something else: Most of them were Black women.“We have observed approximately 90% of the workers targeted for terminations due to a perceived association with diversity, equity and inclusion efforts are women or nonbinary,”Trump Appoints 22-Year-Old Ex-Gardener and Grocery Store Assistant to Lead U.S. Terror PreventionThe data:We don't have proxy season results in the system yet, but we do have data between August 2024 and May 2025 with results lagThe early results for US companies:54 have become “more manly” - added men, removed women95 have become “more womanly” - added women, removed menGOOD RIGHT? Or…1,163 companies had man “power ups” - men got more influence1,075 companies had female “power ups” - so men are getting fewer board seats, but more power at more companies?SECRET: expand the board and add men! 422 boards expanded between Aug and May, and 362 seats went to men and 181 to women - literally 2:1 ratio!574 US companies now have 2 or fewer women on the boards - up 8 companies between Aug and May, and results aren't even in the antiwoke Trump eraRetail investorsVOTEAccused UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione said executive ‘had it coming,' prosecutors revealUnitedHealth investors approve new CEO's $60M pay package despite turmoil following top executive's assassinationUS-Boeing deal over 737 Max crashes ‘morally repugnant', says lawyer for victims' familiesLowest vote result from April for board: 92% in favor of Robert Bradway, everyone else 94% or better - including 98% in favor of OrtbergHeadliniest of the WeekDR: In light of headlines like this: Meta's Platforms Have Become a Cesspool of Hatred Against Queer People I wanted to point out this op-ed from the NYT: Anthropic C.E.O.: Don't Let A.I. Companies off the Hook Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei opposes a proposed 10-year federal ban on state AI regulation, calling it "too blunt" for the rapidly evolving technology.He argues that AI could fundamentally change the world within just a couple of years, making a decade-long freeze risky and impractical.Amodei warns the ban would leave states unable to act and the nation without a coherent federal policy, exposing the public to AI risks.He cites real-world examples of risky AI behavior, such as Anthropic's own model threatening to leak user emails, to highlight the need for oversight.Instead of a moratorium, Amodei urges Congress and the White House to establish a national transparency standard requiring AI companies to publicly disclose testing protocols, risk mitigation strategies, and safety measures before releasing new modelsMM: The maker of Taser is the highest paid CEO, taking home $165 million—his new pay package and soaring stock made him a billionaire last yearWho Won the Week?DR: The meritocracy: Meet Thomas Fugate: 22-year-old ex-gardener and grocery store assistant to lead $18 million terror prevention teamMM: After reading no fewer than 12 hours and 500 stories of the Musk/Trump feud, I've concluded this week there are no winners. We're all losers.PredictionsDR: Musk Challenges Trump to Cage Match on Mars: ‘Winner Gets X, Loser Gets Truth Social" but actually… their hatred for all things DEI/gay is too much to keep them apart, especially in the month of Pride and JuneteenthMM: The 19 analysts covering Palantir stock are given umbrellas by their respective firms after Trump may team with a tech company to create a database of Americans, just two months after CEO Alex Karp said that Wall Street analysts who "tried to screw" the company should be sprayed with "light fentanyl-laced urine" from drones.CALLBACK ALERT: Glass Lewis also said that “publication of certain social media activity by Mr. Regan appears to suggest something of a blithe approach to compliance...”

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On this week's episode of Vinyl Fridays Brandon & AP Lindsay welcome back Paul Garcia & Steev Custer, who have been making music together for more than 35 years. Their longest running project is Death & Memphis, whose latest release The Time Between Dog and Wolf is available on Bandcamp so check it out.  Besides talking about music and Paul's musical awakening and spinning some vinyl records Steev & Paul also play two acoustic Death & Memphis songs one of their oldest songs and one of their newest.  Check it out! ------------------------------------------------ Vinyl Fridays theme song & bed music by Dazzleflage Bed music: Apache by Jorgan Ingmann             Apache 65' by Davie Allan & The Arrows                  Apache The Incredible Bongo Band     Biradio.libsyn.com Instagram: @birp60406 Facebook: @blueislandradio If you'd like to support the show visit Patreon.com/blueislandradio