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How can organic writing and leaning into the pivot help your stories stand out? And how can you pitch a story as a discovery writer if you genuinely don't know what's going to happen next. Steven James gives his writing tips after more than 20 years as an author. In the intro, Better Than Free in an Age of AI [Kevin Kelly on Tim Ferriss; Kevin Kelly on The Creative Penn]; Future Vision XPrize; A Different Kind of Bucket List. Today's show is sponsored by Draft2Digital, self-publishing with support, where you can get free formatting, free distribution to multiple stores, and a host of other benefits. Just go to www.draft2digital.com to get started. This show is also supported by my Patrons. Join my Community at Patreon.com/thecreativepenn Steven James is the multi-award-winning and international bestselling author of 21 novels across thrillers, YA, and science fiction, with more than a million copies sold, as well as the author of non-fiction craft books for writers, a writing teacher, and the host of The Story Blender podcast. You can listen above or on your favorite podcast app or read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below. Show Notes How to lean into organic writing, and what to focus on instead of plot How characters unfold on the page, and why an attitude beats a background Producing an outline for an agent or publisher when you genuinely don't know what happens next Don't pitch the plot, pitch the pivot The four choices you have in every scene, and why logic plus surprise is the engine of story Faith, moral clarity and big questions You can find Steven at StevenJames.net. Transcript of the interview with Steven James Jo: Steven James is the multi-award-winning and international bestselling author of 21 novels across thrillers, YA, and science fiction, with more than a million copies sold, as well as the author of non-fiction craft books for writers, a writing teacher, and the host of The Story Blender Podcast. So welcome to the show, Steven. Steven: Thanks for having me, Jo. Good to be here. Jo: Great to have you on the show. First up— Tell us a bit more about you and how you got into writing and publishing. Steven: Oh, gosh. Well, the thing is, when I was a kid, I fell in love with stories. My uncle would always, whenever we got together for the holidays—Christmas, New Year's and so on—he would take my sister, my brother and myself into a corner of the room while the other adults had coffee, and we would just sit there, and he would get this look in his eye and he'd say, “I'm going to tell you a story.” We were transported to another world. We were swashbuckling with pirates, or facing down a grizzly bear in Alaska, or flying over the desert on a flying carpet, or whatever. I fell in love with imagination and stories and everything. So I started reading as much as I could, mostly short stories. They had a programme at our library called the paperback book exchange, where you bring a paperback book and you leave it, and you can take any one of the paperback books that they had. You could keep it as long as you wanted. If you wanted it for your life, that's fine, or you could just bring it back as soon as you finished reading it. Anyway, I went crazy over the summers reading short stories, mainly. As I got older, I was like, “I think I want to be a storyteller.” So I actually got my master's degree in storytelling. Then I started to travel and tell stories, but I had three little daughters at home, and I was like, “I don't want to be gone 300 days a year when they are growing up.” So I ended up starting to write stories instead of travel, and then it just kind of shifted in that direction. That was in '97. Oh my goodness, that's long. '97, '98. So then I started to write books, and then eventually in 2007, I think, my first novel came out. Now, mainly, I've been writing novels ever since. Jo: It's so interesting. Was it a job, storytelling? Is that what you did before you became a book writer? Or did you have a different job? Steven: I mostly would go to events, conferences, schools and so on, and do a family-friendly storytelling show. So I would tell personal stories, some folktales reimagined. I would go to different events around the country. Mostly it was that. Then I started to shift. I wrote for magazines for a while—80 different magazines I wrote for over those years, a couple of hundred different articles, stories. I was like, “I'm just going to try to make a living telling stories.” So the shift has gone back and forth between actually telling stories and writing stories, but these days, I don't know. I'm still speaking. I'm still out there teaching. Jo: That's so interesting, because it's obviously a completely different thing to tell a story in person than it is to write a story. So when you decided to shift that way, what did you have to learn and unlearn? Because your thoughts on the page are so different to when you can make eye contact with an audience. Steven: That's a good point. I kind of started by telling stories back when I was in college, so I sort of moved from telling to writing. And you're right, there's so much that's lost, whether it's eye contact or pauses. On a printed page, there's always the same amount of space between every word—a space. But when you tell stories, obviously you pause for effect in different places, different areas, and so it's quite different. So if I have an idea for a story, I usually have to decide, is this going to be written or told? And then I do it in that medium. Then if I want to, let's say, tell a written story, I almost have to relearn it, or retell it very differently. You have gestures, body language. All of those things are obviously lost in text, so they are very different. I think for me it's been good, because when I tell stories, I hear different characters speaking, so that when I write, usually dialogue comes fast to me. I can hear what people are saying. I don't always know where they are. I don't always know the setting. I don't even know the scene necessarily, but I can hear the dialogue. Then it also helps me to step into the characters, like when I'm writing different points of view, so that I think I can do a good job of getting into that character's mind, as if I were that person. I think some of that comes from just telling stories. Jo: You've taught so many writers over the years, and it's interesting you said that you hear characters' dialogue. I see visual film in my mind. I don't hear any voice at all. It's all silent. I struggle with dialogue, but I do great world building. Do you find that this really is different by the author? I feel like we fall into these different groups. Steven: Yes, I do. I kind of feel like that's very true as far as what comes first, whether it's a description of a place, whether it's the action. I mean, basically a story has dialogue, narration—or we call it sometimes exposition—and description. Those three things. Every story has those three things, and those are the three that we use to tell a story, a novel. So some people tend to drift into one or the other as sort of their default setting: dialogue, description, or action. That's true. I think also something else that's interesting about writers is they tend to fall into either the camp of being a wordsmith or a storyteller. Not everyone, but I feel like some people are wordsmiths, where I read what they're writing, and I'm like, “Man, this is so powerful, evocative,” whatever. Maybe there's no story there. It's just really interesting writing. Other people just are natural storytellers, and they have to really work on the wordsmithing. I think that's me. I'm more naturally just a storyteller, but it takes me a long time to get the descriptions to where I want them, to choose exactly the right word. That takes me more effort. Some people have to build up the storytelling muscles. I have to build up the wordsmithing muscles. Jo: Well, part of the reason I wanted to talk to you is because you talk about this thing called organic writing in your book Story Trumps Structure, which is out now in a second edition. I call it discovery writing, so similar to you. But most people in the writing community seem to obsess about plotting and planning. So talk about your process of organic writing. You say in the book, “Trust the fluidity of the process.” Tell us more about that. Steven: Well, I remember in high school even, when my teacher got up front and he kind of got this very almost wise look on his face, and he goes, “A story is something with a beginning, a middle, and an end.” I'm sitting there in high school like, “Well, so does a bratwurst. What are you talking about here?” A description of a chair has a beginning, a middle, and an end. The sentence, “Preheat the oven to 450 degrees,” has a beginning, a middle, and an end. My view is that saying a story is something that has three acts is like saying that a pizza is something with three toppings. It might have three. It might have one. It might have five. So the idea for me is not to worry about structure, trying to tick off the boxes of a template, a formula you find online, a fill-in-the-blanks kind of a thing. But instead, to actually look at what lies at the heart of the story—the character, the tension, the struggle, the pursuit, the pivots and plot twists, and the payoff at the end. As you develop those aspects of the story, I feel like you need to worry less and less about following a formula. The more you understand what lies at the heart of a story, I feel like the less you need to plot and the less you need to write by the seat of your pants. A lot of people say, “Oh, you write by the seat of…” No, I don't write by the seat of my pants, because I know what a story contains, so I know that in a certain scene a character will make certain choices that are unpredictable but that escalate the tension, and different things like that. I'm a huge proponent of discovery, as you say, or organic writing. I won't get the quote exactly right, but Ray Bradbury said something along the lines of, “Plot is the tracks left in the snow after your characters have run by on their incredible destinations. It cannot precede action. It is the chart that remains when an action is through.” So he's saying plot is not what precedes action. After the action, you have plot. So the whole idea of trying to plot out a story before you write it is going about writing exactly backwards. Plot doesn't precede action. It's the result. So I always tell people, “Don't worry so much about the plot. I want you to look at the pursuit.” A plotter might say, “Well, what should happen?” And they'll just come up with something. But an organic writer—a pursuit-based question would be, what does the character want? Now, when I know what the character wants, I will know what should happen. So literally, it will lead me to the story. Focusing on plot will not necessarily lead you to the story. It might lead you down the wrong track. Jo: Then in terms of your actual writing process— Do you start writing without knowing the ending? Do you write in order? Is the organic side also in the process? Steven: I've never started a book where I know how it will end. So I usually start with either a character that's fascinating or, in some cases, a premise, a question. Then as I write, I explore the possibilities of where it might go. I've tried to outline a scene—like one scene, not a whole book—and it never works. I can't even outline one scene. I've tried, and I'm like, okay, that's… What I end up with is completely different from it, so it's just a waste of time and effort for me to try to outline or plot out a story. I'm much more interested in the pathway the characters will take as they face obstacles and setbacks in their pursuit. As the struggles and the tension develop, what choices will they make? That's how the story will unfold for me. Jo: I'm similar. Then I also wonder— Do you do character sheets and character bios, or do the characters also unfold organically? Steven: Absolutely, I don't do any of the sheets and bios and stuff. The characters really come to me as I write. I begin to get to know them. I always tell people, a character with an attitude is more interesting than a character with a background. So a lot of people will spend a lot of time on, like, where's this character gone to college, and what's their first pet's name, all that stuff. I'm not trying to dump on that idea. I get that that can be helpful. But I'm like, how would I know that until I've spent time with them? Then once I begin to spend time with them, I'm writing and I'm like, “Nah, this doesn't seem like what that character would really say or do,” so I have to go back and rejigger the story to hopefully make it fit with that character. Then I like to give the characters some sort of attitude. I'm not talking about a negative or judgy attitude, but an attitude about something that is unique or different, and that makes them not a template character, not an archetype or whatever, but unique. Sort of this constellation of unique traits, characteristics, maybe wounds, flaws and so on, that create a character where you're like, “This is a character like none I've ever seen before. I want to spend time with this character.” Jo: Then you're spending time with the character by writing what's happening, as opposed to writing loads of stuff beforehand and then starting to write. You're actually finding all of this out during the process of writing. Steven: Yes, and I think it's kind of like getting to know someone. If I were to say, “Okay, I'm going to write down Jo's bio,” or whatever—okay, I'm making stuff up, because I don't know you super well. If we were to spend time together, hang out, whatever, talk, over the course of time I would start to know, oh, she likes this, she doesn't like that. This is important to her. This is what she would weep or pound the table over—whatever, all of the things that come with time. It's like a friendship in real life to me. So I can't sit down and tell you what a character in real life would think and say and do if I don't know them, but the more time I spend with them, then the more I'm able to predict that accurately. I think the mistake a lot of people make is they think, “I'm going to get to know this character with a background,” and then they start writing it, and instead of looking at the context, they look back at the—I don't know what you call it—the background or something like that. I always feel like what you mentioned earlier is, like, hold it loosely in your hand. Trust the fluidity of the process. As you're writing, you have an instinct. “Ah, I think this character would say this or do this.” So trust that. Trust that instinct. Trust that moment in the story, instead of trying to go back to an outline, back to a character description, or whatever it might be. So I'm a big proponent of looking at the context—not just what happened, but what is the result? So looking at the impetus and the implication of the choices and the activities. When something occurs, what would the character naturally say or do or think or respond? Then what would that cause? What's the implication that that would have on the rest of the story, on the rest of the characters? So, really trying to keep your finger on the pulse of the story, and adapt as you move forward through it. Jo: I love all of that, but I also am very aware that you've been in traditional publishing for over 20 years, and one of the things with agents and publishers is that they often ask for an outline. So how do you manage that? Or how did you more earlier in your career, because I imagine they just trust you now. Earlier in your career, or people listening who want to pitch but they write in this organic way, how do we deal with that kind of thing? Steven: Well, okay, so there's two good questions. One is about producing an outline for an agent or editor or publisher and so on. The other is how to pitch a story. So the first: I would write the premise down, and maybe a paragraph or two, and then where I think it might go. Basically, I would focus on the questions that the characters will face, maybe the moral dilemmas, the sacrifices they have to make, the world they live in. I kind of know that stuff, and I can write a couple of paragraphs about that. But beyond that, I just don't know what's going to happen, so I can't really provide more. I'm looking at my shelf at the books that I've done, and mostly that's what I've done is kind of a couple of paragraphs focusing on the premise and the problem, the struggle, and so on like that. As far as pitching a story, I always tell people, “Don't pitch the plot, pitch the pivot.” I think that there's a screenwriter—I think that he talks about this a little bit. I've not read the book Save the Cat, but people have told me, “Oh, he kind of brings this up in that book.” The idea is to pitch the irony instead of what occurs. So sometimes when I tell people to pitch, or I give them ideas, one process that you can use is: when, must, before, or else. So, when this occurs, this character must do something before this, or else. So you have the character, you have the struggle, you have the inciting incident, you have the stakes, and you have the countdown. It works well for thrillers. So for instance, like Jaws. When a man-eating shark starts eating people in a small seaside village, the sheriff must stop him before more people die and the town loses its economy. So there you have when, must, before, or else. Now, no one's going to buy the story based on that, because there's no irony, there's no pivot. It's just a description of the plot, and that's what most people pitch. So I always tell people, pitch the part of the story that you wouldn't expect. So for instance, in there you might pitch: when a shark starts eating people in a small seaside village, the only one who can stop him is afraid of the water. Now you're like, “Oh, well, that's interesting. How does that happen? What happens there?” With my book Broker of Lies, the pitch was something like, when a high-level Pentagon redactor ends up on the run, he must stop a terrorist attack before he's neutralised by the people he trusts the most. So the pivot is that the people he trusts at the Pentagon the most are actually trying to neutralise him because he's on the run, and all that kind of stuff. So why would they be trying to do that? Well, that's interesting. So it's always looking for the irony, the pivot. Why is this character the last one in the world who would ever be equipped to tackle this problem or face this issue? So that's one way to do a pitch. Obviously there's lots of them, but I think your goal with a pitch is to get them to say, “Tell me more.” It's not necessarily to summarise the whole story. Jo: That's great advice. So you teach writers—I first saw you at ThrillerFest, I think it was 2012—and you do events, you run writing retreats. So you work with a lot of authors, and I wondered, what are the challenges that you see from authors with, say, five books? So not the beginner authors, because obviously there's a lot of challenges. But those who, let's say they've got the three to five books, things are going all right, but they're like, “How do I get to the next level?” What are the craft issues, or the business issues as well, that mid-list authors face? Steven: Well, business, I'm not the guy to ask. I could try to answer that, but I mean, basically: meet your deadlines and write something amazing. Try to be easy to work with, but also stand up for what you wrote as far as working with editors. It's sort of a fine line you have to walk. The one thing that over the last few years I've really noticed in a lot of writers who are in that space is that they don't have many pivots. They tend to write predictable stories, and that's why they tend to stay where they're at—whether it's because they're following an outline or a plot formula or whatever it is. So when I talk about a pivot, I mean a moment in the story where something happens that's both unexpected and inevitable. For instance, if you're reading a story, you want things to make sense. You want them to be logical. That's one thing. But you don't want them to be too predictable. If it's too predictable, it's boring. It's like, I'm not interested. So we also want surprises. We want these two things. We want logic, and we want surprise. When those two things meet and you have a moment in the story where it's like, “I didn't see that coming, but that totally makes sense,” that's what we want, and we want that in every scene. I feel like a lot of authors don't have that in every scene. Now, you might say, “Well, every scene?” Well, yes, because basically those two factors, logic and surprise, can only meet in four different ways. You could have something that's very logical but has no surprises. That's going to be boring. It's going to be too predictable. We don't want that. You could have something that is very surprising but not logical. It makes no sense. A lot of stuff is surprising, but that's not what we want, because it's unbelievable, and it's like, what is going on here? You could have something that has neither logic nor surprise, which obviously we don't want that. The only other option is to have a moment that is both logical and surprising. So you have a choice in every scene. You have four choices, actually. You can have it be predictable and boring. You can have it be nonsensical. You can have it be unbelievable. Or you can have a pivot. So I find myself trying to really coach people on pivots. They'll say, “Oh, well, do I need it in every scene?” I'm like, “You can choose, but do you want it to be predictable or boring or nonsensical, or do you want it to really drive the story forward?” I think it's because people have been taught structure and plot and three acts and all this kind of stuff, but they haven't been taught this idea—even though it's not something I made up. Aristotle, in Poetics, thousands of years ago, put it a little bit differently, but he said, “The reversal of the situation”—what I call the pivot—”is the moment at which the action veers around to its opposite”—that would be what I call surprise—”subject always to a rule of probability or necessity”—which is the logic. So he's basically saying the same thing in just a little bit different language, but you have these three factors. You have logic, you have surprise, and you have them come together in a specific moment. I don't know why it's not taught more. I have never found anyone who teaches pivots. I have not found any books, so I wrote a book recently about how to use pivots. It's so central, and I think great storytellers naturally do it. You'll read a book, or you'll maybe watch a show, and you're like, “Oh, I didn't see that coming. That totally makes sense.” I don't see anyone else out there really focusing on teaching that. So that's a huge thing for me, really, to help people move up in their writing, elevate it to a different level. Jo: Is that Delve, Pivot, Propel? Steven: Yes. That book came out a couple years ago. We just re-released it. I updated it some, but it talks pretty much in depth about pivots and how to actually use those to propel the stories forward. Jo: Maybe you could just give us one tip on how to do that, because going back to the organic writing—let's say I've been organically writing, and every time a character has a decision to make, I think at that point about what I want to write and I write it. Are you suggesting that we go back in the edit and look at the end of every scene and redo it? Because I can't imagine that I would get this right every time. I would need to do that in an edit, I think. Steven: I think for me, when I'm writing, I'm always asking myself a series of questions. One is, what would the character naturally do? I want to make it believable and natural. Let them do it. I want to escalate the tension, so I'll ask myself, “How can I make things worse?” Then I'll always ask myself, how can I add a pivot to this scene? So as I'm writing a scene—again, I don't know how it will end when I start it—but if I use the first idea that comes to mind, probably a lot of readers would guess that as well, because it's the first idea that comes to mind. It's probably logical and probably predictable. That's why most stories end up being too predictable. It's because we go with the first idea that maybe we had. So I try to discard that. Maybe the second idea, just discard it. Then I start thinking, okay, now if I've discarded the obvious, what is going on? What's below the surface? So to answer your question, I'm looking for what isn't what it appears to be, or who isn't who they appear to be, or a surprising way to bring together plot threads that I didn't see related before. So it's always looking for the unexpected, the surprise, because most of the time that is what we're missing. Now, if you have a great surprise, then you have to lean into making it believable. So you've got to move into that idea of, well, what would the character naturally do? You can't just have him do something ridiculous and then say, “Oh, it's for my twist.” No, you can't do that. You've got to play fair. So it has to be believable, causally related, logical, and surprising. That's what you're shooting for. Those are the questions going through my mind. So as I'm working on a scene, I'm like, “How could I end this?” Or include something that people won't see coming right away. The best ideas always come to me then. It's so interesting. A lot of people will say, “Oh, don't write organically,” or, quote, “by the seat of your pants,” whatever they'll say, “because then you might write yourself into a corner.” I'm like, “Yes, absolutely write yourself into a corner. That's what I'm trying to do in every scene.” And then you write yourself out of a corner in a way that's logical and surprising. The best twists I've ever come up with have been when I'm in a corner. So why would I warn people against going to the place where the best ideas await them? That just seems mean. Why would I do that? No, I want you to have the best possible ideas. So yes, look for corners, write yourself into them, and then write yourself out of them in a way that's both logical and surprising. Jo: I guess also it needs to be genre specific. We write mainly thrillers, and there is this fine line, isn't there? I love Stephen King, but one of the most unbelievable endings is Under the Dome. I still remember feeling betrayed. I don't know if you've read that one, but— Steven: Oh, no. Jo: I was like, “I'm sorry, you've just changed genre in the last chapter of the book. What is going on here?” Steven: That's actually interesting. The fourth question I ask… So I ask, what would the character naturally do? How can I make things worse? How can I add a pivot? But the fourth question is, what promises have I made that I have not yet kept? So genre, to me, is a promise. You build up a promise in your writing at the beginning of the book, and then I feel like as we write, we have to honour that. So if we bring something up that's super interesting, bring it back or whatever. Keep your promises. Keep your narrative promises. It's true of really any genre. Let's say you're writing a romance. You want to respect the conventions, but not fall into the clichés. So there's going to be a moment where the lovers meet, right? They haven't met before. I don't know what they call it, a meet cute or a cute meet. I think they call it a meet cute, I guess. Jo: Yes. They do. Steven: Anyway. So they're going to meet, right? And you're like, “Oh, I'll just have them meet.” Well, try to do it in a way we haven't seen before. Add something else to the scene. Add a third element, as my friend Bob Dugoni likes to say. Add something a little bit that we're like, “Huh, I've never seen that before.” We know they're going to meet, but let them meet in a way that we don't anticipate, that we can't predict right away, that isn't exactly by the numbers, and then you're going to be on the right track. Jo: So then, talking about reader expectations and genre, I wondered if I could also ask you about your Christian faith, because many people listening are people of faith, and some people want to write a Christian book. Other people want to bring their faith into, say, a mainstream type thriller in an authentic way. So how do you balance your faith and your writing? Because I think you have some series that are more sort of Christian than others. Steven: It's interesting. When my first novel came out—The Pawn, like a chess piece, The Pawn—back almost 20 years ago. Gosh, 20 years ago. Nineteen. But anyway, when it came out, someone wrote to me and said, “Is this a Christian book?” I'm like, “What would make a book not Christian?” I'm like, maybe if it has a lot of idolatry, or witchcraft, or maybe sexuality or graphic violence. Then I'm like, oh, wait, that's… No, that's the Old Testament. So it's interesting, because people have asked me similar questions over the years. My books are not sermons in disguise. I'm trying to write great stories that anyone of any background or faith will enjoy. I always ask big questions. I let my characters wrestle with questions that matter, I think. Do my choices matter? Is there hope? Is there a God? Is there no God? Do I have free will? Can I find forgiveness? Can I offer forgiveness? Can I extend it, or whatever? So I always try to base the stories on something deeper. I do believe that there is good and there's evil in the world. That's part of my worldview. So when people talk about moral ambiguity, I don't want to write or read something that's morally ambiguous. I want moral complexity, but I also want moral clarity. So whenever you write, the question is, what are you justifying and what are you condemning? And if you're justifying something that's morally—I would say wrong, actually—then I don't feel like that's the kind of book I would want to write. So I want to write stories that explore good and evil, that explore our world, human nature, in an honest way. I feel like when you write honest stories, people, no matter what their background or whatever faith, then they will connect with it. I think a lot of people, if they start off with an agenda—whatever that agenda might be, let's say it is a Christian agenda, like I want people to trust in Jesus, let's say—so they write a story. Well, what you're doing, you're actually starting your story with an answer, and drama is not built on answers, it's built on questions. So you're actually diminishing the amount of tension. You're also diminishing the possibility of a pivot, because we all get where you're going. It's predictable, but there's probably no surprise. You're diminishing the payoff at the end, because we're like, “I saw that coming. I exactly knew where you were going with this.” So instead, I don't start with an answer. I always start with a question, or in some cases a moral dilemma, like, what's more important, protecting the innocent or telling the truth? That's interesting to me. If I had to choose between the two, would I tell the truth or would I protect the innocent? It's interesting, because people might come down on different sides of it. They might say, “Oh, you should always tell the truth,” or they say, “You always should protect the innocent.” I'm like, okay, well, let's explore it. Let's literally ask the question. So I come from a certain worldview, but I've written characters who have very different worldviews from me. I'm always just trying to be honest with the character, ask big questions, tell a story that examines human nature and sort of the paradoxes of the human condition in a way that will resonate with really whoever the readers might be. Jo: And of course that worldview is part of your author voice and part of what readers come to you for. I also notice that you have some pretty diverse different series. How do you manage that diversity of series under your one brand? Do you find your readers move from one to the other, or do you have different readerships? Steven: You mentioned the B word—brand. That's what publishers are always telling me: “What's your brand?” I'm like, “I don't know. You tell me what my brand is.” I've done fantasy, science fiction, conspiracy. I've done spies and police procedurals and crime and suspense, thrills, whatever. So I would say the one thing that really ties all my stories together is probably just suspense. They are stories with suspense. Some are more high concept thrillers, some are more dark fantasy, but they're built around suspense. So I guess that would be intelligent suspense, maybe, if I was trying to come up with a brand. Something like that. Because I don't want them to be dumbed down. They're not dumbed down stories, so they're a little bit more complex than you might find in other places, but always built around the idea of suspense. Suspense to me is basically—my definition is apprehension born of concern. So we're concerned about a character, and we're apprehensive because there's peril around the bend, or right in front of them. So I want the readers to really care about a character, and then try to build the story and the suspense around that empathy or sympathy that we have for the character. Jo: I think it's really interesting, because again, you mentioned 2007—we're coming up on 20 years since first published. The publishing industry has changed a lot. So what do you think has changed most in publishing for you, and what are your thoughts on routes to market for new authors these days? Or even established authors who are finding that things have changed, which they obviously have. Steven: Well, I'm not a marketer, I'm not a businessman. I'm just a storyteller at heart. So I just keep writing stories that I would be intrigued with reading, stories that I feel like are resonant. Then I look for publishers for those. I've been to a variety of different publishers over the last decade. I've done some different types of stories. I feel like you have to just write the story instead of trying to write for a specific market trend or something like that. So I might not make as much as some of my friends, I might not sell as many books, but I feel like I have to write certain stories if they grab ahold of me. There's a Native American—I think the Pawnee tribe, anyway, in the United States—but they were saying that all the stories that exist are out there already, and when one finds you, it's your job to share it with the world. I think that's kind of interesting. Sometimes—maybe it's just true for you, I don't know, Jo—but it's like a story will grab hold of me, or an idea, and I'm like, “I can't shake it.” That's a story that I want to tell the world. I would say that stories are becoming shorter, dumber. People are trying to write faster. They're trying to write several books a year, and as a result of that, some of the quality has gone down. This is all unfortunate. I'm still sort of a dinosaur. I still tend to write longer, complex stories. But people have shorter attention spans and whatever, and they're not reading as much. The structure of stories, I think, is changing slightly, where people will have to spend more time on a hook to really grab the attention of the readers. Then there might be a longer slow period, or more info dumping, which I'm not a fan of. So they kind of look like, “I want to get readers hooked at the beginning, and then get them to flip pages.” So I tend to set up my stories a little bit differently than that. So I'm not the best guy to ask about marketing and sales and stuff like that. I feel like, write a story that will not let you go. And if you do that, I feel like that's the kind of story that will resonate with readers, because there's a deep honesty to it. You care, you're passionate about it. It's not just something you're trying to spin out just to sell books. That's my view. Jo: I guess I also feel that writers are doing other things. So you have non-fiction, you have your podcast, you do events. I see you sell books direct from your website. It's like the business expands into multiple streams of income, so that the art doesn't have to pay all the bills. Steven: That's interesting. I do love to teach writing at conferences, events, and speak at different things. So I guess if you think about it that way, my brand might be just story, or storytelling, or something like that. Really trying to get out there, and whether it's speaking or writing, just tell a great story. So it's so interesting when I work with publishers and they'll ask, “What's your brand?” Basically it's like, “What's your box?” is really what they're asking. What box can we stick you in that will make it easy for us to package you and sell you? I know myself, and just a lot of authors that I know, we don't think in a box. Every one of my stories is not boxy. It's not the same. They're different. I know a lot of authors like that too. So it's unfortunate. I get it, that it's part of them trying to market and sell the books. I understand that, but I think being honest, genuine with the story, doing the very best you can, writing a worthy book, and then letting them come up with a way to categorise it, is probably the best bet. I don't know. Jo: We're almost out of time, but this is obviously a podcast, and you have a podcast. So tell us about The Story Blender Podcast and what people might find over there. Steven: Yes, I appreciate it. Basically, I interview some of the leading writers and storytellers in the world every week, and the goal is for great storytellers to share the secrets of great storytelling. So I basically pick their brains, kind of like what you were doing with me today, and find out what projects they're working on, and really just try to get insights into storytelling. So it's tons of fun. I've been doing it now for a number of years, and I guess I've interviewed over 250 different authors and writers from around the world, and so I always enjoy it. It's a ton of fun. It's The Story Blender, and people can find it anywhere. Jo: So where can people find you and your books and everything you do online? Steven: Probably the best place is StevenJames.net. I think I'm on different socials @readstevenjames, so you can look me up there—Facebook, Instagram, X, and so on. I think they're all under readstevenjames. Check out the website, drop me a note. I always enjoy hearing from readers. Jo: Well, thanks so much for your time, Steven. That was great. Steven: Thanks, Jo. I appreciate it. Good luck. The post Organic Writing And The Power Of The Pivot In Fiction With Steven James first appeared on The Creative Penn.

06:29 Border Czar Homan targets anti-ICE rhetoric 13:27 Media speculates on ICE agent's hiring following fatal shooting and character assassination 21:56 Chicago police fire 8 officers who lied to get COVID-19 relief loans 34:42 Cop shoots through windshield in wild gun battle with suspect 40:11 Pawn shop call turns into shots fired fast when man grabs woman LEO Round Table (law enforcement talk show) Season 11, Episode 143 (2,713) filmed on 07/20/2026 1. https://www.tampafp.com/clashes-cars-and-congress-tom-homan-targets-the-rhetoric-defying-ice/ 2. https://www.newsbreak.com/share/4776622977744-a-man-s-violent-past-didn-t-stop-ice-from-giving-him-a-badge-and-gun-after-a-fatal-shooting-his-hiring-is-in-question? 3. https://news.wttw.com/2026/07/15/cpd-agrees-fire-8-police-officers-who-lied-get-covid-19-relief-loans-watchdog 4. https://rumble.com/v7cyzrs-bodycam-shows-officer-shooting-through-windshield-in-shootout-that-injured-.html?e9s=src_v1_upp_a 5. https://rumble.com/v7cyuhs-bodycam-shows-glendale-pawn-shop-rescue-turn-into-police-shooting.html?e9s=src_v1_upp_a Show Panelists and Personalities: Chip DeBlock (Host and retired police detective) Randy Sutton (retired police Lieutenant) Sponsors: Galls - Proud to serve America's public safety professionals https://www.galls.com/leo Use 15% OFF Code: RADIO15 Compliant Technologies - Cutting-edge non-lethal tools to empower and protect those who serve https://www.complianttechnologies.net/ The International Firearm Specialist Academy - The New Standard for Firearm Knowledge https://www.gunlearn.com/ MyMedicare.live - save money in Medicare insurance options from the experts http://www.mymedicare.live/ Related Events, Organizations and Books: Force Science Training and Conference Information: Get Ready—Early Registration for Force Science 2026 Conference ​September 22 - 24, 2026 Austin Metro, TX Save $100! Use Code: earlybird26 Also, Connect with Von Kliem on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vonkliemconsulting Ask for the discount code for 15% off online FS courses which can be found at: https://www.forcescience.com/online-courses/ Retired DEA Agent Robert Mazur's works: Interview of Bryan Cranston about him playing Agent Robert Mazur in THE INFILTRATOR film https://vimeo.com/channels/1021727 Trailer for the new book, THE BETRAYAL https://www.robertmazur.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/The-Betrayal-trailer-reMix2.mp4 Everything on Robert Mazur https://www.robertmazur.com/ The Wounded Blue - Lt. Randy Sutton's charity https://thewoundedblue.org/ Rescuing 911: The Fight For America's Safety - by Lt. Randy Sutton (Pre-Order) https://rescuing911.org/ Books by panelist and retired Lt. Randy Sutton: https://www.amazon.com/Randy-Sutton/e/B001IR1MQU%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share They're Lying: The Media, The Left, and The Death of George Floyd - by Liz Collin (Lt. Bob Kroll's wife) https://thelieexposed.com/ Lt. Col. Dave Grossman - Books, Newsletter, Presentations, Shop, Sheepdogs https://grossmanontruth.com/ Sheriff David Clarke - Videos, Commentary, Podcast, Shop, Newsletter https://americassheriff.com/ Content Partners: Red Voice Media - Real News, Real Reporting https://www.redvoicemedia.com/shows/leo/ ThisIsButter - One of the BEST law enforcement video channels https://rumble.com/user/ThisIsButter The Free Press - LEO Round Table is in their Cops and Crimes section 5 days a week https://www.tampafp.com/ https://www.tampafp.com/category/cops-and-crime/ Video Show Schedule On All Outlets: http://leoroundtable.com/home/syndication/ Syndicated Radio Schedule: http://leoroundtable.com/radio/syndicated-radio-stations/

Quake discusses Jay-Z's New York shows, Pharrell sending warning on Jay-Z's behalf, Drake liking a post saying Kendrick Lamar is Jay-Z's pawn, Dame Dash saying Jay-Z is no where near Kanye West, Kanye West former employee now seeking $1.2 Million, judge in Lil Durk case scolding prosecution and granting motion to sever charges, Nicki Minaj getting hit with massive lawsuit from her own lawyers over unpaid bills, Travis Scott getting sued for battery and false imprisonment over 2024 yacht incident, Eminem's ex-wife Kim Scott being rushed to the hospital following attempted suicide, Shreveport Mayor calling 50 Cent's bluff over threats to scale back investment and much more.(00:00) - Intro(01:36) - Jay-Z's New York Shows, Pharrell Sends Warning On Jay-Z's Behalf(08:53) - Drake Likes A Post Saying Kendrick Lamar Is Jay-Z's Pawn(16:33) - Dame Dash Says Jay-Z Is No Where Near Kanye West(24:34) - Kanye West Former Employee Is Now Seeking $1.2 Million(26:05) - Judge In Lil Durk Case Scolds Prosecution And Grants Motion To Sever Charges(29:44) - Nicki Minaj Hit With Massive Lawsuit From Her Own Lawyers Over Unpaid Bills(31:20) - Travis Scott Sued For Battery And False Imprisonment Over 2024 Yacht Incident(37:09) - Eminem's Ex-Wife Kim Scott Rushed To Hospital Following Attempted Suicide(41:00) - Shreveport Mayor Calls 50 Cent's Bluff Over Threats To Scale Back Investment(45:46) - 50 Cent Wants Judge To Throw Out Ex-Employee's Case(49:24) - YG vs The Game on VERZUZ(49:57) - New Music(50:25) - Album Sales(51:51) - Billboard Hot 100

Caitlin Clark becomes a POLITICAL PAWN?!

One month into her professional career, Springfield’s own Reagan Zibilski is just getting started. ⛳️ Fresh off an incredible run with the Arkansas Razorbacks (including a top-10 individual NCAA finish) Reagan joins host Scott Puryear to give us the lay of the land from the Epson Tour. She opens up about the freedom of playing professional golf, the reality of life on the road with her dad on the bag, and making a mid-tournament putter switch. Plus, Reagan breaks down her push for an LPGA Tour card and shares how much the Ozarks community's support means to her during this whirlwind transition. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#888: Welcome Ray and Kaila! Today, Ray and Kaila have the latest on the Iran War and the impact it's having on oil prices. Next up, why 12 states have filed lawsuits over the Warner Bros. and Paramount merger. Then Moana sinks at the box office and everyone loves Pawn shops. Finally a look at the headlines you need to know.  Get 10% off using MORNINGBREW10 at https://altrarunning.com/morningbrew Get tickets for our trivia tournament! https://caveat.nyc/events/the-morning-brew-trivia-tournament-2026-07-30  Grab tickets to our Performance Revue show! https://www.morningbrew.com/events/brew-performance-revue-2026?utm_campaign=performance_revue_2026&utm_source=mbd Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 317 of Irritable Dad Syndrome features retro video games, car problems, questionable food opinions, viral TikToks, and one Sloppy Joe that may or may not be possessed.This week includes:Mike is Diamond on C.O.D.Mike met a chatty store owner while shopping for retro video gamesJacob had a car accidentHow hard is it to get rid of a Kia with character flaws???Sloppy Joes... are they possessed by the devil or just a delicious treat?KISS fans can't take a jokeCan turtles breathe thru their butt?JD's 24 Hour, Drive Thru, Pawn and Gun, Auto Parts, Pharmaceutical, Adult Gift, Bait and Tackle, Discount Cigarette Outlet commercialHomemade popcornWhy does cereal taste better at nightHotel that has the worst cereal on its continental breakfast displayTammy and Laura wanted to go to Skyline, Culver's and the MacDonald'sDo you want your milk in a bag?Darin's TikTok comment went viralBloopers and outtakesFrom retro gaming and classic rock to late-night cereal, fast food debates, and completely unnecessary conversations about turtle anatomy, Episode 317 – "The Demon Sloppy Joe" serves up another helping of the off-the-wall comedy and everyday absurdity that only Irritable Dad Syndrome can deliver.#IrritableDadSyndrome #TheDemonSloppyJoe #ComedyPodcast #DadHumor #FunnyPodcast #PodcastComedy #RetroGaming #CallOfDuty #KISS #TikTok #ViralVideo #GenXHumor #StorytellingPodcast #PopCulture #LateNightSnacks #SloppyJoe #Cereal #SkylineChili #EverydayLife #RelatableHumorSupport the showThank you so much for listening to this episode!  If you like what we do, please check out our other content! Follow our socials for announcements when we go LIVE and to become part of the show!All episode, videos, and more can be found on our website at: https://www.irritabledadsyndrome.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IrritableDadSyndromeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@irritabledadsyndromeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@irritabledadsyndromeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/irritabledadsyndrome/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@irritabledadsyndromeTwitter / X: https://x.com/DadIrritableTons of bonus and premium content (including archived, uncensored videos of episode recordings, unique merch, and more!) is all on our Patreon page! Join our Patrons today and support our show!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/irritabledadsyndrome

Buckle your seat belts: the Big Basket has arrived! Between the 15th and 25th of July, we have six major outer planet aspects forming an unprecedented Basket aspect pattern with Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. Its upside potentials are off the charts, and I'm here to help you make the best use of them! This is the second of my three July forecasts. I already posted the forecast for July 1-15, and will post the forecast for the rest of July -- except for these outer planet aspects -- in the next few days. What I discuss here is so momentous and unprecedented that it deserves an episode of its own! Scroll down for section start times. Resources FLASH SALE: 50% off Astrology+ readings—plus up to four personalized 90-Day Astrology Roadmap Reports for free. Only thru this Thursday, July 16! I give additional insights about the Minor Grand Trine with Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto in my annual forecast videos for 2025 (the first 45 minutes) and 2024 (the first 26 minutes). AI Daily Brief podcast Learn my invocations for healing and awakening in my FREE life-transforming video: Instant Divine Assistance: Your Free Guide to Fast and Easy Awakening, Healing, and More. Let my Awakening Plus membership help you awaken, heal, connect, and thrive! "This Week in Astrology" Free Session Entry. (2 chances each month to win a free session with me!) My forecasts in writing. My services: Astrology+, Energy Healing & Spiritual Guidance, life coaching, Deep Dive Trauma Healing, and more. Support my work with your tax-deductible donation. Watch the July 15-25 forecast video. 1:49 - Overview: Basket + Minor Grand Trine 4:53 - Minor Grand Trine 10:40 - Pluto themes 21:19 - Pluto in Aquarius 22:54 - Aquarius themes 28:46 - Pluto in Aquarius: challenges, breakdown & breakthrough 33:17 - Neptune 36:14 - Outer planets in air & fire signs 37:00 - Neptune in Aries 39:19 - Uranus in Gemini 42:26 - Intuition: Uranus vs Neptune 43:46 - Uranus as alien 45:32 - Minor Grand Trine summary 47:58 - Basket w/ Jupiter in Leo 53:06 - Using the Basket 56:55 - The fate of the Earth / Breakthrough time! 1:00:30 - Pawn or chessmaster? / As within, so without / A more amazing reality 1:02:17 - More Minor Grand Trine insights 1:02:33 - Still to come in July 1:02:54 - 50% off Astrology+ & FREE 90-day reports thru Thursday Whatever your Sun Sign, my forecasts can help you make the best use of the current astrological energies. All dates and times are in the U.S. eastern time zone. Events are most powerful on the dates listed, but their influence will be active for at least a week before and after. Everyone is affected by these global transits. However, you'll be most powerfully impacted when moving planets activate sensitive points in your natal chart. Discover how these transits will personally affect you by booking a session with me. May the stars light your way, Benjamin

Major sporting events don’t just happen by accident in the Springfield area—they are won.

0:00 - The Nuggets might have just been pawns in the LeBron Sweepstakes. Plus, strangest places Star Players have finished their careers. 18:31 - Denver Sports Mt. Rushmore. 34:21 - What's next for the Nuggets if they do get a LeBron James?

A respected Italian scholar of EU and international law is calling out Pope Leo XIV for being a pawn of political elites.Sponsored by Nelson Insurance Advisorshttps://www.nelsonplan.comSources:https://substack.com/@returntotradition1Contact Me:Email: return2catholictradition@gmail.comSupport My Work:Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/AnthonyStineSubscribeStarhttps://www.subscribestar.net/return-to-traditionBuy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/AnthonyStinePhysical Mail:Anthony StinePO Box 3048Shawnee, OK74802Follow me on the following social media:https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToCatholicTradition/https://twitter.com/pontificatormax+JMJ+#popeleoXIV #catholicism #catholicchurch #catholicprophecy#infiltration

Raq's war with Kanan, Breeze and Stefano grows increasingly violent; Kanan's deception of Tiana escalates; Jukebox's misstep leaves her under threat.

This week, we review Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5 Episode 4 "Pawns & Rooks" SPOILER ALERT! This episode of Raising Kanan gave us too major revelations. Tiana is actually named Jarita, and will end up being the mother of Kanan's son, Shawn. Also, Breeze tells Kanan that he is Def-Con's son. As Breeze believes Kanan is also Def-Con's son, he deems them blood brothers. How will these two bombshells impact the story moving forward? We discuss all of it in this week's Powercast.

Konfidence in the Klutch's Deezy recaps and reacts to Power Book III: Raising Kanan's "Pawns & Rooks". Deezy discusses takeaways and reactions from E 504, from the opening to the final scene, and predictions for the season. Don P's love of “Power” allows him to break down the episode in a way only he can. This podcast was recorded at 5:00 p.m. CT on Friday, July 3rd, 2026. What we know so far (1:50) Takeaways and reactions from Ep. 504 (3:00) What I Think/Final thoughts (11:00) Host: Donald Nelson Producer/Engineer: Donald Nelson Music by: Konfidence in the Klutch Productions Subscribe, Stream, or Download:

Tea Time Podcast | Dean Tong on False Allegations, Family Court & Protecting ChildrenTonight on Tea Time, Elizabeth sits down with internationally recognized forensic trial consultant and expert witness Dean Tong for an eye-opening discussion about false allegations of child abuse, high-conflict custody disputes, parental alienation, and the importance of evidence-based investigations.Drawing from more than 25 years of experience—and his own personal story of being falsely accused—Dean explains how family courts, Child Protective Services, forensic interviewers, and expert witnesses can impact the outcome of cases involving children and families. He also discusses why science, proper forensic protocols, and due process are essential when investigating allegations of abuse.During this episode, we discuss:☕ False allegations in family court☕ Child forensic interviews and evidence-based investigations☕ The Daubert and Frye standards for expert testimony☕ Parental alienation and child hearsay☕ Choosing experienced legal representation☕ Protecting children while ensuring fairness for families☕ Needed reforms in the family court systemDean also shares insights from his books:Abuse ExcuseDon't Blame Me, DaddyElusive InnocenceParents' Pawns (co-authored with Dr. Alan Blotcky)If you're an attorney, mental health professional, investigator, advocate, or parent navigating a high-conflict custody case, this conversation offers valuable insight into one of the most challenging areas of family law.To learn more about Dean Tong, book him for consulting or expert witness services, or invite him to speak, visit:https://www.expertdeantong.com

What a year to be a Drury Panther!

Chelsie Reveals How to Win Big Brother Big Brother 26 takes center stage as host Taran Armstrong kicks off the “How to Win Big Brother” series with special guest and BB26 winner Chelsie. As Big Brother 28 looms, they break down what it really takes to survive the ever-changing game, especially with new twists and unpredictable power shifts keeping everyone on their toes. In this strategy-packed episode, Taran and Chelsie use the chaos of BB26—featuring the game-changing blockbuster competition that forces three nominees and adds last-minute drama—to talk through the best moves for new houseguests. Chelsie stresses the importance of building a strong social game from minute one, explaining why adaptability trumps having a rigid game plan. Together, they dissect common mistakes, like barking up the wrong alliance tree, putting trust in showmances, and agreeing to be a pawn (bad idea!). From navigating HOH pressures and unpredictable veto outcomes to preparing for the physical demands of late-game competitions, this episode's packed with examples and practical advice—straight from Chelsie's journey to the end. Chelsie breaks down why social strategy always comes before comp wins—your safety is in relationships, not just power. The blockbuster twist shakes up HOH strategy; putting up an ally as a pawn is almost always a recipe for disaster. Never volunteer to go on the block: Taran and Chelsie agree, pawns make easy targets, and repeat nominations paint a target on your back. Endgame comp beasts set the tone, but Chelsie shares why flexibility—not just training—keeps players off the block and in control. Showmances offer drama but rarely win—trusting them, or trying to use them, often backfires for new players. As alliances form and break and every HoH faces tougher choices, the lesson is clear: adaptability and social savvy win games, not just comp strength. Can BB28's new houseguests learn from BB26's wild ride and play for themselves this summer? Tune in for all the strategy, stories, and BB wisdom you'll need to get ready for launch night! Chapters: 00:00 Big Brother Tips Introduction 03:14 Social Game Wins Big Brother 06:25 Building Big Brother Relationships 09:08 Showmances Targeted in Big Brother 12:14 Competition Threats in Big Brother 15:05 Navigating the Blockbuster Twist 18:47 HOH Power and Social Fallout 23:57 Being a Pawn in Big Brother 33:12 Winning Big Brother Competitions 39:24 Dealing With Returning Big Brother Players 42:26 Influence Without HOH in Big Brother 45:19 Final Big Brother Gameplay Reminders Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Big Brother coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Big Brother podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Chelsie Reveals How to Win Big Brother Big Brother 26 takes center stage as host Taran Armstrong kicks off the “How to Win Big Brother” series with special guest and BB26 winner Chelsie. As Big Brother 28 looms, they break down what it really takes to survive the ever-changing game, especially with new twists and unpredictable power shifts keeping everyone on their toes. In this strategy-packed episode, Taran and Chelsie use the chaos of BB26—featuring the game-changing blockbuster competition that forces three nominees and adds last-minute drama—to talk through the best moves for new houseguests. Chelsie stresses the importance of building a strong social game from minute one, explaining why adaptability trumps having a rigid game plan. Together, they dissect common mistakes, like barking up the wrong alliance tree, putting trust in showmances, and agreeing to be a pawn (bad idea!). From navigating HOH pressures and unpredictable veto outcomes to preparing for the physical demands of late-game competitions, this episode's packed with examples and practical advice—straight from Chelsie's journey to the end. Chelsie breaks down why social strategy always comes before comp wins—your safety is in relationships, not just power. The blockbuster twist shakes up HOH strategy; putting up an ally as a pawn is almost always a recipe for disaster. Never volunteer to go on the block: Taran and Chelsie agree, pawns make easy targets, and repeat nominations paint a target on your back. Endgame comp beasts set the tone, but Chelsie shares why flexibility—not just training—keeps players off the block and in control. Showmances offer drama but rarely win—trusting them, or trying to use them, often backfires for new players. As alliances form and break and every HoH faces tougher choices, the lesson is clear: adaptability and social savvy win games, not just comp strength. Can BB28's new houseguests learn from BB26's wild ride and play for themselves this summer? Tune in for all the strategy, stories, and BB wisdom you'll need to get ready for launch night! Chapters: 00:00 Big Brother Tips Introduction 03:14 Social Game Wins Big Brother 06:25 Building Big Brother Relationships 09:08 Showmances Targeted in Big Brother 12:14 Competition Threats in Big Brother 15:05 Navigating the Blockbuster Twist 18:47 HOH Power and Social Fallout 23:57 Being a Pawn in Big Brother 33:12 Winning Big Brother Competitions 39:24 Dealing With Returning Big Brother Players 42:26 Influence Without HOH in Big Brother 45:19 Final Big Brother Gameplay Reminders Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Big Brother coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Big Brother podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Chelsie Reveals How to Win Big Brother Big Brother 26 takes center stage as host Taran Armstrong kicks off the “How to Win Big Brother” series with special guest and BB26 winner Chelsie. As Big Brother 28 looms, they break down what it really takes to survive the ever-changing game, especially with new twists and unpredictable power shifts keeping everyone on their toes. In this strategy-packed episode, Taran and Chelsie use the chaos of BB26—featuring the game-changing blockbuster competition that forces three nominees and adds last-minute drama—to talk through the best moves for new houseguests. Chelsie stresses the importance of building a strong social game from minute one, explaining why adaptability trumps having a rigid game plan. Together, they dissect common mistakes, like barking up the wrong alliance tree, putting trust in showmances, and agreeing to be a pawn (bad idea!). From navigating HOH pressures and unpredictable veto outcomes to preparing for the physical demands of late-game competitions, this episode's packed with examples and practical advice—straight from Chelsie's journey to the end. Chelsie breaks down why social strategy always comes before comp wins—your safety is in relationships, not just power. The blockbuster twist shakes up HOH strategy; putting up an ally as a pawn is almost always a recipe for disaster. Never volunteer to go on the block: Taran and Chelsie agree, pawns make easy targets, and repeat nominations paint a target on your back. Endgame comp beasts set the tone, but Chelsie shares why flexibility—not just training—keeps players off the block and in control. Showmances offer drama but rarely win—trusting them, or trying to use them, often backfires for new players. As alliances form and break and every HoH faces tougher choices, the lesson is clear: adaptability and social savvy win games, not just comp strength. Can BB28's new houseguests learn from BB26's wild ride and play for themselves this summer? Tune in for all the strategy, stories, and BB wisdom you'll need to get ready for launch night! Chapters: 00:00 Big Brother Tips Introduction 03:14 Social Game Wins Big Brother 06:25 Building Big Brother Relationships 09:08 Showmances Targeted in Big Brother 12:14 Competition Threats in Big Brother 15:05 Navigating the Blockbuster Twist 18:47 HOH Power and Social Fallout 23:57 Being a Pawn in Big Brother 33:12 Winning Big Brother Competitions 39:24 Dealing With Returning Big Brother Players 42:26 Influence Without HOH in Big Brother 45:19 Final Big Brother Gameplay Reminders Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Big Brother coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Big Brother podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

For many people, Spiel des Jahres is something they encounter only once a year. A list of nominees appears, winners are announced, and the familiar Red Pawn finds its way onto board game boxes that in turn appear on shop shelves. Yet, the award itself is only the most visible part of the organisation's work. Behind the annual announcements sits an association that funds projects, supports research, encourages new designers, and promotes the social value of play. In this third article in the series, I want to look at those activities that reveal a side of Spiel des Jahres that is often overlooked, particularly outside German-speaking countries, where the organisation is frequently seen only as a prestigious board game award.Read the full article here: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2026/06/23/spiel-des-jahres-beyond-the-red-pawn-topic-discussion/Useful LinksSpiel des Jahres (German): https://www.spiel-des-jahres.de/Spiel des Jahres funding programme (German): https://www.spiel-des-jahres.de/foerderung/University of Konstanz: https://www.uni-konstanz.de/en/Museen der Stadt Nürnberg (German): https://museen.nuernberg.de/startseiteSpielend für Toleranz (German): https://www.spiel-des-jahres.de/spielend-fuer-toleranz/My Spielend für Toleranz statement: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/spielend-fur-toleranz/Deutsches Nachwuchs-Spieleautor*innen-Stipendium (German): https://www.spiel-des-jahres.de/stipendium/MusicIntro Music: Bomber (Sting) by Riot (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Music: Relaxing Lofi – TricosaProduced by Sascha EndeLink: https://ende.app/en/song/13607-relaxing-lofi-tricosaMusic: Relaxing Lofi – IcosaProduced by Sascha EndeLink: https://ende.app/en/song/13604-relaxing-lofi-icosaSupportIf you want to support this podcast financially, please check out the links below:Ko-Fi: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/TabletopGamesBlog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/tabletopgamesblog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tabletopgamesblog.com/support/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(Photo courtesy of Spiel des Jahres)

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt Days of our Lives reveals the mysterious chess set bequeathed to Marlena Evans (Deidre Hall) and John Black (Drake Hogestyn) by Stefano DiMera (Joseph Mascolo) in his Will becomes a source of suspense and intrigue. The chess set has piqued the interest of several characters including Brady Black (Eric Martsolf), Chad DiMera (Conner Floyd), and Belle Black (Martha Madison).  DOOL spoilers indicate they are all trying to decipher the meaning behind the missing pawn in the chess set. Chad and Belle suspect that the missing pawn could symbolize another person altogether, possibly a new pawn. This theory is further fueled when a key unexpectedly falls out of the chess set while Chad and Theo Carver (Tyler Joseph Andrews) are examining it.  Days of our Lives stirs speculation that Brady Black, John's son, could be the new pawn in Stefano's game. This episode also hints at potential involvement of other characters including EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel), Rachel Black, and even the young Tate Black.   The Soap Dirt podcast made the Top 100 List for Apple Podcast's Entertainment News Category. Visit our Days of our Lives section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/days-of-our-lives/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Days of our Lives Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/days-of-our-lives-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

With Father’s Day right around the corner, we’re tackling a relatable topic: how to be a better sports dad. To help us navigate the fine line between supportive and overbearing, we’re sitting down with our favorite sports psychology expert, Angie Wiley. The founder of YouAreStrong.com shares essential advice on keeping sports fun for our kids while protecting the parent-child relationship. Plus, Angie previews the upcoming Chuck Wiley Memorial Foundation youth baseball tournament happening July 10–12—a massive event hosting over 100 teams to raise funds that help local kids cover their sports expenses! ⚾️❤️ Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For 37 years, Dan Lucy was the steady, trusted voice of Ozarks sports on KOLR 10. While his recent departure without an on-air goodbye left thousands of local sports fans frustrated, anyone who knows Dan knows he has never been about the personal fanfare. For nearly four decades, his focus remained strictly on giving area athletes and teams the spotlight they deserved. Today, the consummate professional himself joins the podcast to talk about his legendary career, the reality of his departure, and what the future holds next. Thanks to our sponsors, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this slightly delayed, Monday morning release, the party goes through the portal, gets a twisted proposal from Remy, and one member of the crew gets...almost a little too into it...(Next episode is also recorded and will drop at the normal time, 6/19 [Booyaka booyaya] at 10 am ET.  Thanks for your patience everyone!) Follow us on Twitter (@NoLuckPod), BlueSky (@noluckpod.bsky.social) and/or email us at withrollsnoluck@gmail.com!Logo by Mark Fionda Jr. (http://www.markfiondajr.com/)"Second Attack At Level 5" composed/performed by Jackson Eppley (http://www.jacksoneppley.com/)  

Until now, we've approached AI on the show as something we all need to experiment with, adapt to, and lean into. Today, we are taking a different approach. This is the episode where we share our frank views on where the world is at with AI development, and why the governance gap between what's being built and how it's being governed keeps us awake at night. We're not here to alarm you but we do think this is a conversation we all need to be a part of. The good news is that plenty of others think this is important too.We talk about Pope Leo XIV's remarkable encyclical Magnifica Humanitas and the fact that he invited Anthropic co-founder Christopher Olah to speak alongside him at its launch. What Olah said is under-reported yet very significant. And now, the very morning after we recorded this, Anthropic has published a major blog piece on where AI model development is heading and they also included clear calls for a global slow down on frontier model development: “If it were possible to effectively slow the development of this technology to give ourselves more time to deal with its immense implications, we think that would likely be a good thing.” The timing of this significant post just emphasises to us what an important window of time we are in right now. In this episode you'll hear:The astonishing AI city simulation that raises uncomfortable questions about autonomous agents left to their own devicesWhy voices from inside the AI industry itself are now calling loudly for oversight and regulationWhat the Pope's encyclical says about power, purpose, and who AI should serveWhy the state of Illinois just passed what many are calling America's strongest AI safety legislation yet, and Simple, concrete ways each of us can make our voices countThis is the episode for those who want agency and to be pawns engaged citizens of the world. Useful LinksPope Leo XIV's Encyclical letterAnthropic's June 4th blog Emergence AI Agent Experiment Info Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a year to be a Bear!

No one knows Missouri State baseball quite like Keith Guttin. The legend spent 42 years leading the Bears, and now he’s bringing that unmatched wisdom to the airwaves as a radio analyst. Today, Coach Guttin breaks down the team's postseason resume and looks ahead to this weekend's critical NCAA Regional trip to Lawrence, Kansas. Thanks to our sponsor, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining us today is former Kickapoo standout and Nebraska football legend Steve Warren. Ahead of his induction into the Springfield Area Sports Hall of Fame, Steve sits down to share stories from his football career and reflect on the big milestone. We also get the inside scoop on his son's future as a quarterback for Mizzou, making this a true celebration of local sports history and family legacy. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find the Blunder Exercise: The audio will lead you through a series of moves from the beginning of a game. One player will blunder and the other will not punish them for it. Can you find the blunder and the best punishment? To learn more about Don't Move Until You See It and get the free 5-day Conceptualizing Chess Series, head over to https://dontmoveuntilyousee.it/conceptualization PGN for today's exercise: c4 e5 2. Nc3 Nf6 3. Nf3 Nc6 4. g3 Bb4 5. Nd5 Nxd5 6. cxd5 e4 7. dxc6 exf3 8. a3 fxe2 9. Bxe2 Ba5 10. Qa4 Bb6 11. Qe4+ Qe7 12. cxd7+ Bxd7 13. Qxe7+ Kxe7 * And the answer is... Qb3 and White is much better.

Joining us for a deep dive into athlete health is Dr. Heath Melugin, an Orthopedic Surgeon at CoxHealth. As a former standout for Kickapoo High School and Missouri State soccer, Dr. Melugin brings a unique player-to-provider perspective to our latest Q&A. We cover the essentials of youth sports safety, from injury prevention and smart weight training to the cutting-edge equipment changing the game today. Thanks to our sponsors Thompson Sales, Colton's Steakhouse, and Dead Eye Gun & Pawn in Sparta!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite artists who beat the dreaded sophomore, delivering follow-ups that proved their debuts were no fluke. The hosts will also hear picks from the production staff.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Horsegirl, "Switch Over," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Black Sabbath, "Paranoid," Paranoid, Vertigo, 1970Public Enemy, "Bring the Noise," It Takes A Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back, Def Jam, 1988Led Zeppelin, "Moby Dick," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969Pixies, "Debaser," Doolittle, 4AD, 1989black midi, "Slow," Cavalcade, Rough Trade, 2021Kanye West, "Touch the Sky (feat. Lupe Fiasco)," Late Registration, Roc-A-Fella, 2005Fiona Apple, "Fast As You Can," When the Pawn..., Epic and Clean Slate, 1999SZA, "Good Days," SOS, TDA and RCA, 2022Erykah Badu, "Cleva (feat. Roy Ayers)," Mama's Gun, Motown, 2000D'Angelo, "Chicken Grease," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000Phoebe Bridgers, "Savior Complex," Punisher, Dead Oceans, 2020Van Morrison, "Cyprus Avenue," Astral Weeks, Warner Bros., 1968Violent Femmes, "Please Do Not Go," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After 19 seasons and a hall-of-fame-worthy resume, Scott McGee is savoring his final run in the Willard dugout. With two state titles and six Final Four appearances already under his belt, Coach McGee is doing exactly what he’s always done: putting his Tigers in position for another championship. We’re sitting down with him to discuss his final season at the helm, his retirement from coaching, and what’s next as he moves into a new administrative role. Thanks to our sponsors,, Colton's Steak House, Deadeye Gun & Pawn, and Thompson Sales! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We know when Walmart or Dollar General are doing well, those are not good signs for the health of the consumer economy, particularly when it's higher income shoppers suddenly appearing in bigger numbers. But when that hard hit traffic starts spilling over to the local pawn shops, it's a whole other level. Canaries and coalmines. Here's the thing. We're not only seeing that happen, the data backs this up, including a whole bunch which released earlier today.Eurodollar University's Money & Macro Analysis-----------------------------------------------What is a Eurodollar University membership? It's where understanding the monetary world isn't a mystery—it's a method. If you're serious about your financial education and want clarity in a world of volatility and massive uncertainty, you're in the right place. Ready to explore? Master monetary systems – past and future - with structure, clarity, and confidence. Visit https://eurodollar.university/membership-------------------------------------------------Pawn shop economyhttps://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/pawn-shops-are-seeing-something-the-stock-market-isn-t-and-it-has-economists-concerned/vi-AA21Rt7fPowell Press Conference Transcript and Videohttps://www.federalreserve.gov/live-broadcast.htmhttps://www.eurodollar.universityTwitter: https://twitter.com/JeffSnider_EDU

This comedy podcast takes a hard left turn into the absurd—and honestly, we never really recover. It starts simple enough: a discussion about speed limits… except now they've got decimals. Yes, 17.3 miles per hour is apparently a real thing designed to confuse you into driving safer. Does it work? Not really. Does it give us something to argue about for way too long? Absolutely.From there, things get mildly terrifying as we dig into the IRS leaning into AI. That's right—your taxes might soon be judged by a robot that doesn't care about your “creative accounting.” The crew breaks down what that actually means, why audits might get more common, and why the idea of “I'll never get audited” might not age well. It's informative… in the same way a warning label is informative.Then we spiral (naturally) into privacy concerns with geofence warrants—where your phone can basically place you at a crime scene whether you like it or not. Did you rob a bank? Probably not. Could your phone make it look like you did? Well… let's just say this comedy podcast might make you reconsider your location settings.And just when you think the episode can't get any more ridiculous, we hit the grand finale: a group of monks caught smuggling over 240 pounds of high-grade cannabis. Were they masterminds? Pawns? Just really bad at packing? The theories fly, the jokes get dangerously close to the edge, and somehow we end up debating monk luggage policies like it's a real issue.This comedy podcast is what happens when real news meets zero restraint. It's part daily show, part group therapy, and part “how did we get here?” If you're into funny stories, weird news, and a crew that's just self-aware enough to know they're part of the problem—you're in the right place.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our party deal with the aftermath of the battle and continue their search for the conch.Come join us on social media, and leave a 5 star review on PodchaserTwitterInstagramDweezil VanzaphirPodchaserKo-FiThe Dice and Desire podcast is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.

Comedy drama series created by Alan Harris and Katherine Chandler. Meet the King clan: Laura and her grandchildren Sonny and Little Laura. They run Cardiff's oldest pawnbrokers. Now gramps is gone and Laura might retire. So who'll take over the shop?EPSIODE 1 - SMELLS OF BALE by Alan HarrisCASTLaura - Lisa PalfreyJim - Julian Lewis JonesLittle Laura - Lauren MoraisSonny - Curtis KemloMalik - Kyle LimaBryony - Nia GandhiEmily - Mabli GwynneHarvey - Harvey MarshallThe Punter - Sam SwannProduction Coordinators: Eleri McAuliffe and Lindsay ReesSound Design: Catherine RobinsonProducer: John NortonA BBC Audio Wales Production

Kingpin makes his debut on Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends and he actually comes off pretty well, devising a plan to brainwash Captain America and steal a multi-purpose ray gun developed in secret by the US military. The brainwashed version of Cap enlists Iceman to help him, and Iceman doesn't need any brainwashing in order to do whatever Steve Rogers tells him to do, including treason and murder. Spider-Man and Firestar have to help their gay BFF out of trouble, as usual. Next episode: "The Quest of the Red Skull," Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends (note that this episode was removed from Disney Plus because Hitler is in it! Look for it on Daily Motion if you're watching along with us.) E-mail us questions and feedback at themutantages@gmail.com, or follow us on social media at TheMutantAges. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting us via patreon.com/themutantages. Thanks!

It’s Jackie Robinson Day, 2026, when every player in Major League Baseball wears the immortal Dodger’s number 42. Listeners, if you think you know the Jackie Robinson story, think again with us around the most ... The post Kings and Pawns appeared first on Open Source with Christopher Lydon.

Today's Headlines: Everything JD Vance touched this weekend turned to dust. Viktor Orban — MAGA's model autocrat and Putin's most reliable EU ally — was swept out of power in Hungary's election, with opposition leader Peter Magyar's Tisza party winning 135 of 199 parliamentary seats. Vance had flown to Budapest days earlier to campaign for Orban. Then Vance's Iran peace talks in Pakistan collapsed without a deal, and he left. Within hours Trump was threatening to blockade the Strait of Hormuz and bomb Iran's water treatment facilities, while Marco Rubio watched UFC with Trump and Joe Rogan in Miami. Iran said "if you fight, we fight." Meanwhile, the economy is quietly getting ugly. GDP growth in Q4 2025 came in at a 0.5% annualized rate. Inflation jumped to 3.3% in March — the highest in two years, up from 2.4% in February — driven largely by gas prices. Pawn shops across the country are reporting a surge in loan demand and customers selling valuables outright, with both major publicly traded pawn operators trading at five-year highs. The White House ballroom, meanwhile, will be built with $37 million in foreign steel donated by a Luxembourg company — right as Trump cuts their tariff rates in half. Trump has allegedly promised mass pardons to anyone who came "within 200 feet of the Oval." The White House called it a joke. In other news, A former Army employee was arrested and indicted for leaking accounts of sexual harassment and gender discrimination at Fort Bragg to a journalist — Kash Patel celebrated her arrest on Twitter as a warning to "would-be leakers." Anthropic is releasing its powerful new Mythos model — which can find security vulnerabilities human developers can't — to a coalition of 40 companies anyway. The FTC is suing three states for trying to regulate prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket using anti-gambling laws. And finally, Eric Swalwell dropped out of California's governor's race after CNN and the SF Chronicle reported misconduct allegations from four women, including two incidents of sexual assault. His staff quit, 45 former staffers signed a letter calling for his resignation, and the Manhattan DA opened an investigation. The House is reportedly considering a vote to expel him alongside Republican Tony Gonzalez.  Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode:  Time: Hungary's Viktor Orbán, Icon of the Far Right, Loses Election. Here's What That Means The Guardian: Israeli strike kills paramedic, says Lebanese Red Cross – as it happened | US-Israel war on Iran FOX Business: US economy grew at 0.5% in fourth quarter WSJ: Inflation Soared to 3.3% in March, Driven by Higher Gasoline Costs Bloomberg: Pawn Shop Loans Spike As Gas Prices Weigh On Americans Mother Jones: Trump: Buy American, Unless It's for My Ballroom WSJ: Trump Promises Mass Pardons to Staff Before Leaving Office NYT: F.B.I. Arrests Ex-Army Employee Who Detailed Harassment to Journalist PBS News: Anthropic's powerful new AI model raises concerns about high-tech risks Axios: Feds sue three states over prediction market crackdowns CNN: Eric Swalwell ends campaign for California governor after sexual misconduct allegations Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Good Friday 2026, Mary takes a look at the reality of authority in this life, and in the one to come.  Whether we realize it or not, authority is part of every day for every human. Parents, teachers, employers, politicians, authority in the home, and possibly even over how we will die, at least in Peter’s case and the case of the martyrs. We start at the beginning, when the authorities of the day had issues with the authority that Jesus claimed. Nothing gets hard core religious leaders in knots than to be usurping their hard-won, ego-driven authority over people, and Jesus put them in their place. Today, we struggle daily with political authority: who has it, who wants it, and who abuses it and abuses others over it. Why does the left hate Christians so much? It’s really very simple – because we follow after and obey a higher authority and that is what propels them to try and control everyone. Those who said they would not follow the Cov narrative were persecuted in a manner that told the tale though they denied it. And in the home, how does that play out best to show the example of Christ loving the church? It’s really not complicated at all. Communism, Islam, Nazism, climate change, No Kings – you name it – it all comes down to authority. And everyone will choose; every knee shall bow, every tongue confess. Stand Up For The Truth Videos: https://rumble.com/user/CTRNOnline & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgQQSvKiMcglId7oGc5c46A

The Kill Switch: Jim and Them have two big events in April between Hackamania and LVL Up Expo, both here in Las Vegas. The "KILL SWITCH™" will be in play! Meaning that HDM and Corey would be able to rush the stage, hit the KILL SWITCH™ and end the show FOREVER!Hackamania Controversy: Jim and Them are being used as pawns in some of the battles of the Dabbleverse. As we get ready for our upcoming Hackamania appearance, Corey gets told it is "the event of Jim and Them" to call out Anthony Cumia and try to get the venue involved!HDM: New HDM lore just dropped! She is trying to divide and conquer as she claims Mike is the good one! Friendship arc incoming?! Also the battle with robots begins with the delivery robots, specifically MINGOCOREY FELDMAN!, SHOW STOPPER!, LET'S JUST TALK!, DON CHEADLE!, BOOGIE NIGHTS!, JIM AND THEM IS POP CULTURE!, PO BOX!, SHOUT OUTS!, REAL ONES!, HACKAMANIA!, PROMO CODE THEM!, REAL ONES!, ALL DAY GOONS!, LVL UP EXPO!, HE-WOLVES AND SHE-WOLVES!, THOUGHT!, REALITY!, BONJOUR!, FRENCH PROFESSOR!, RABBIT HOLE!, ACADEMIA!, BRACELETS!, MAILMAN!, JIM AND THEM PEANUTS!, KILL SWITCH™!, HACKAMANIA!, PAWNS!, ANTHONY CUMIA!, COREY'S TWITTER!, EVENT OF JIM AND THEM!, THEY KNOW NO BOUNDS!, PATRICK MELTON!, NOBODY LIKES ONIONS!, REDBAR RADIO!, OPIE!, HOWARD STERN!, SHOCK JOCK!, BIG JAY OAKERSON!, LUIS J. GOMEZ!, NEUTRAL!, LITTLE KIDS!, ACCUSATIONS!, PATRICE!, CONSPIRACY!, POOPER!, BAT BY THE BASES!, PAWNS!, CHESS GAME!, NEIGHBORS!, PIZZA!, ADDRESS!, SERVE YOU!, MONICA KEENA!, FREDDY VS JASON!, ACTRESS!, CONVENTIONS!, FILTH PIG!, SHANE CULKIN!, POOR SELF ESTEEM!, AFRAID!, DARK MONEY!, DEVIL!, SATANIC!, CHOOSE SIDES!, DEAR FRIEND!, GOD BLESS!, SUFFERING!, HERO OF THE PEOPLE!, MINGO!, ROBOT!, DELIVERY!, WAR!, AI!, ROBOTS! You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

After Dark with Hosts Rob & Andrew – Democrats' fearmongering reached new lows, with figures like Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D) and others amplifying claims of brutality to stir outrage, all while ignoring the real crisis caused by their own funding obstruction. Enough with the partisan games that endanger public safety and disrupt daily life for millions of Americans!

The White House is asking Congress for more funding as the war in Iran escalates. Lebanon's prime minister has a message for President Donald Trump on the war in the Middle East. Some TSA workers say they are taking out loans to survive with no end to the agency shutdown in sight. Spanish police are searching for an American college student who went missing in Barcelona on spring break. Plus, an unexpected visitor made its way into an airport gift shop Down Under. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No two countries have the same priorities. That's why it should be illegal to yoke our military to a foreign power in war. Bret Weinstein on how it happened. Bret Weinstein, PhD, is an evolutionary biologist, author, and co-host of “The DarkHorse Podcast” with his wife, biologist Heather Heying. They are the co-authors of “A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century: Evolution and the Challenges of Modern Life.” Paid partnerships: Good Ranchers: Use code TUCKER to get an additional $25 off your first order at https://go.goodranchers.com/tucker Brooklyn Bedding: Get 30% off sitewide with promo code TUCKER at https://brooklynbedding.com Cowboy Colostrum: Get 25% off your entire order with code TUCKER at https://cowboycolostrum.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices