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The Deadcast explores Steal Your Face's iconic artwork & visits the Grateful Dead's June 1976 return to the road, including a tour of the Dead Head culture that bloomed in their absence.Guests: Richard Loren, John Scher, Ron Rakow, Eugene Dolgoff, Pat Lee, Johnny Dwork, Dave Davis, Rob Bleetstein, John Brackett, Starfinder Stanley, David LemieuxSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Jeremy welcomes Wade MacNeil of Alexisonfire, Pig Pen, Gallows, and more! On this episode, Jeremy and Wade talk Thursday, beta-max, "Astro-Creep 2000" by White Zombie, the Toronto Blue Jays, guitar lessons from a bass enthusiast, the Misfits, forming Alexisonfire, their first tour with Remembering Never and Beloved (US), being censored internationally, touring Canada, "screamo", the anniversary of the album "Crisis", and so much more!!!  SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON for a bonus episode where Wade answered questions by subscribers! FOLLOW THE SHOW ON INSTAGRAM / X

The Deadcast tells the dramatic story of when the Hells Angels put ex-Grateful Dead Records president Ron Rakow on trial for walking away from the Dead with $225,000 he believed the band owed him.Guests: Ron Rakow, Steve Brown, Terry Haggerty, John Scher, David Lemeiux See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The mysterious Earth approaching object Phaethon (FAY-eh-thon) does not fit neatly into our definition of either an asteroid or a comet. Further it appears to be like the Peanuts character Pigpen in that it leaves a trail of dust and other fine debris in it's wake which in the case of Phaethon produces the Geminid Meteor Shower to delight us every year around Christmas time. Phaethon is amazing in that every 524 days it makes a death defying flight to a point less than one of half of the planet Mercury's distance from the Sun, where it's surface temperature reaches a mind boggling 1,200 Fahrenheit. During one of these events the NASA Stereo Spacecraft A discovered that Phaethon had rock dust tail.

The Deadcast uncovers the secrets of Steal Your Face, the Dead's 1976 live album with a checkered reputation, dramatic backstory, & sonic experimentation by Phil Lesh & Owsley Stanley. Guests: Ron Rakow, Al Teller, John Scher, Ned Lagin, David Lemeiux See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sometimes I have dreams about a fruit you have to peel before you eat. It's this bright yellow color, it almost looks unnatural. Use code AETHER20 at checkout for 20% off your first year of Pika!"The Need for GTA 6's Success Is A Symptom Of A Broken Industry" by Joshua RiveraDiscussed: Summer Game Fest on the horizon, GTA 6 on the horizon, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, the ambition of the Lego games, different eras of Batman, video game comedies, Rugrats, Mario, Xenogears, the haunted ice cream truckFind us everywhere: https://intothecast.onlineBuy some merch, if you'd like: https://shop.intothecast.onlineJoin the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast---Follow Stephen Hilger: https://bsky.app/profile/stephenhilger.bsky.socialFollow Brendon Bigley: https://bsky.app/profile/bb.wavelengths.onlineProduced by AJ Fillari: https://bsky.app/profile/ajfillari.bsky.social---Season 8 cover art by Scout Wilkinson: https://scoutwilkinson.myportfolio.com/Theme song by Will LaPorte: https://ghostdown.online/---Timecodes:(00:00) - Intro (00:20) - Two things | SGF, GTA 6, Brendon's Tree, Nintendo Direct maybe coming (22:33) - Break (23:47) - LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight | The Killing Poke (stepping on a LEGO) (46:53) - Break (46:54) - Into the Pigpen (50:26) - Xenogears | The Mario of video games (01:11:03) - Wrapping up ---Thanks to all of our amazing patrons, including our Eternal Gratitude members:Michael CBrian MSuperThisWayNick GStarfallrondoSusan H0nlygh0stsVincent JPatrick KEd ASamantha DNorth HeroSam HSnzznGregory Mark SCmndr BiscuiticemanChristian HRydan BCaleb HArden FEye of the DuckKaleNathan EJ. H. AjoelchronoMellowMatthew BRobin LPSeekingSeakingJimmerszoey!Vinny MMattKerry KBrian MNoah DZach DChristopher TDHugo WToddChris BLukerfuffleStephen YDaniel GEric FTaran WBrendan OChris ZClayton MZach RDylan NFederico VTigerz RevengeLogan HAlan RJohn AMike LmattjanzzDavid MHeavyPixelsKaleb HTyler JCorey ZSusan HBarry TRobert RChris JBrett Allen HDan SJack SGarrett CjimiiboJohn HDirch FJim EJim WTristan LEvan BAwfulHanzomin2Aaron GJean HTodd Nred_wagonNeilPeter BJohn VvErik MRedmage77Joshua JTony LDanny KGibson GKate Duncan BRichard MDaniel NSeth MJamesAndy HDemoEmmaLyn ECorey TCaleb WJake LJesse WMike TCodesMatt BWesleymebezacAlex LSergio LninjadeathdogRory BA42PoundMooseRobert MMichael WAndrewthis_JUSTINRyan O14.3 billion yearsBrendan KMegan BSecretAgentKoalaNoah OArcturusAndrew WhepaheChase ALoveDiesNick QChris MRBKaren HAdam FScott HAlexander SMatt HMurrayDavid PJason KMicah OKamrin HAndrew DKyle SPhilip N  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome back to Truckin' Through Time, our six-part chronological journey through the history, music, and mythology of the Grateful Dead. In this episode, we are pulling up to what many heads consider sacred territory: 1970 to 1974.We look at the massive pivot where the band traded psychedelic feedback loops for acoustic guitars and timeless American myths. This is the era where the Grateful Dead stopped being just a local San Francisco trip and started inventing the road as they drove it.In this episode, we're talking:The Americana Blueprint: How the band dropped Workingman's Dead and American Beauty in the same calendar year and redefined their entire identity.The Keith & Donna Transition: Shifting to a leaner, jazzier, single-drummer lineup after Mickey's departure, and the arrival of the Godchauxs.Saying Goodbye to Pigpen: The heartbreak of losing the band's original soul, and how they found the strength to keep moving forward.Europe '72 Mythology: Why this legendary tour remains the gold standard for live improvisation.Going Independent: The chaotic birth of Grateful Dead Records and the sonic ambition behind Wake of the Flood.The Wall of Sound: The 75-ton, 600-speaker, bank-account-crushing monster of a PA system that defined 1974 before the band finally called a "hiatus."Connect with Tales From The Lot:Follow us on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss Part 3 (1975–1979).Got a story from the lot? Drop us a line or find us on social media.Stay kind, family. See you down the road.Send Me A MessageThis episode is sponsored by ShakedownTshirts.com with unique lot-style T-shirts and gifts for Grateful Dead, Phish, Zappa, Panic, and more. All US orders over $35 Ship Free. Use code "Lot20" for 20% off any order. Tales From The Lotwill@talesfromthelot.orgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/talesfromthelotYouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@talesfromthelotSupport the show

In Luke 15, Jesus reveals that there is more than one way to be lost. One son tested the grace of the father through rebellion, while the other protested the grace of the father through pride. One ran to the pigpen, the other stayed in the pew — but both needed the same grace. This message confronts both outward sin and hidden self-righteousness while pointing to the only hope for either son: the cross of Jesus Christ.

The Deadcast concludes its extended 2-part tribute to Bobby Weir, ranging into the evolution of his songwriting, stage persona, guitar playing, and unexpected career beyond the Grateful Dead.Guests: Bobby Weir, David Lemieux, Jeff Chimenti, Scott Metzger, Don Was, Gary Lambert, Tim Stevens, Tony Italiano, William Keats, Bretty PauleySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Losing his farm in Missouri left Jerry Masters “feeling like the world was caving in” but put him right where God wanted. Everything changed after moving to Arkansas, transforming Masters into more than an agricultural giant.

The primary focus of today's discourse revolves around the transformative impact of Deacon Jones's infamous head slap maneuver in American football, a technique so formidable that it compelled the National Football League to amend its rulebook in order to mitigate the associated dangers. I, Darren Hayes, welcome you once again to the Pig Pen, a haven dedicated to illuminating the rich tapestry of football history, where we endeavor to recount the remarkable exploits of players, teams, and pivotal moments that have shaped this beloved sport. Through our exploration, we shall also delve into the iconic 1911 match between the Harvard Crimson and the Carlisle Indian School, showcasing the unparalleled prowess of Jim Thorpe and the strategic ingenuity of Coach Pop Warner. This episode promises to enrich your understanding of football's storied past by highlighting extraordinary narratives that continue to resonate within the fabric of the game. Join us as we embark on this enlightening journey through the annals of gridiron history.Don't forget to check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel for additional content and the regular Football History Minute Shorts.Miss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well, don't, because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website. Do you want more football history? Test your Gridiron Knowledge, we feed you Daily with our new FREE activity, The Pigskin Trivia Drive.Grab a copy of our latest book, "Marooned," on the 1925 Pottsville Maroons NFL franchise saga.*OR* Grab a copy of our book on Western Pennsylvania football history, "World's Greatest Gridiron Team" on the 1903 Franklin All-StarsDrop us a line at PigskinDispatch@gmail .com and check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel.Contact us directly at PigskinDispatch@Gmail.comMiss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well, don't because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website. This episode intricately weaves together tales of football lore, articulating the essence of competition and innovation that characterizes the sport. The narrative transitions to a significant historical upset, recounting a match on November 11, 1911, between Harvard and the Carlisle Indian School, led by the remarkable Jim Thorpe. Harvard's decision to rest its starters backfired spectacularly, as the underdog Carlisle team, employing the single wing offense and driven by Thorpe's exceptional talent, executed a stunning victory. This match not only exemplifies the unpredictability of sports but also highlights the tactical acumen of less heralded teams. The episode emphasizes the importance of adaptability and innovation in football, showcasing how strategy and sheer willpower can triumph over established superiority in the gridiron arena.

This episode delves into the recent activities surrounding the NFL draft and the annual meeting of the Professional Football Researchers Association (PFRA) held in Western New York. I recount my experiences at the Pop Warner Museum, where I encountered various attendees, including notable figures such as Mark Kelso, a former player for the Buffalo Bills. The conversation with Mr. Kelso not only highlighted his contributions to the game but also underscored the importance of camaraderie in football history. Additionally, we feature insights from Todd Schmidt of NFL Films, who elaborates on the art of storytelling within football documentaries. The episode culminates in a discussion about significant historical football games played at Yankee Stadium, enhancing our appreciation for the rich tapestry of American football history.Don't forget to check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel for additional content and the regular Football History Minute Shorts.Miss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well, don't, because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website. Do you want more football history? Test your Gridiron Knowledge, we feed you Daily with our new FREE activity, The Pigskin Trivia Drive.Grab a copy of our latest book, "Marooned," on the 1925 Pottsville Maroons NFL franchise saga.*OR* Grab a copy of our book on Western Pennsylvania football history, "World's Greatest Gridiron Team" on the 1903 Franklin All-StarsDrop us a line at PigskinDispatch@gmail .com and check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel.Contact us directly at PigskinDispatch@Gmail.comMiss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well, don't because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website. The latest installment of the Pig Pen podcast delves into the recent activities surrounding the world of football, particularly as it pertains to the NFL draft and the annual meeting of the Professional Football Researchers Association (PFRA). The host, Darren Hayes, provides an insightful overview of the events that unfolded during this whirlwind period in football history, highlighting the significance of the NFL draft and its implications for teams and players alike. He recounts his experiences at the PFRA's meeting, emphasizing the camaraderie shared among enthusiasts and researchers of the game. A notable highlight is his visit to the Pop Warner Museum, which serves as a repository of rich football history and Americana, featuring new exhibits from Pop Warner's collection that illuminate the evolution of the sport. The podcast not only captures the essence of the events but also serves as a tribute to the enduring legacy of American football and its historical figures, inviting listeners to appreciate the depth of the sport's narrative.Furthermore, the podcast offers a unique anecdote regarding Hayes' unexpected encounter with Mark Kelso, a former NFL player known for his contributions to the Buffalo Bills during their Super Bowl years. This personal exchange not only humanizes the narrative but also exemplifies the connections forged through a shared passion for football. The dialogue extends beyond mere pleasantries, delving into discussions of football history and the impact of innovations such as the pro cap, a helmet enhancement introduced during Kelso's career. Such interactions underscore the community aspect of football, where fans and former players alike exchange stories that contribute to the broader tapestry of the sport's history.In addition to these personal narratives, the episode features contributions from various guests, including Todd Schmidt from NFL Films, who provides an insider's perspective on the art of producing compelling football documentaries. The podcast elaborates on the importance of storytelling in sports, examining how the emotional and human elements of football are captured through film. Hayes also acknowledges the contributions of other historians and former players who attended the PFRA meeting, further enriching the discussion with their insights into the past and present of the sport. This multifaceted approach not only informs but also engages the audience, encouraging them to delve deeper into football's storied past and its continuing evolution.

The Grateful Deadcast returns for its 13th season, beginning with a 2-part tribute to the great Bobby Weir, mixing interviews with archival audio to tell the story of how a teenage Atherton folkie found his singular jazz-informed musical voice (dropping a few water balloons en route).Guests: Bobby Weir, David Lemieux, David Nelson, Gary Lambert, Rhoney Stanley, Graeme BooneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I sat down with Dina Berrin, an intuitive guide, tarot reader, certified life coach, and  author  for this totally delightful conversation about inner wisdom on the Breathe Love & Magic podcast interview. Get her Free Gift, the Tarot Coach Approach here. How to Lift the Dark Cloud Let’s just say it. Right now, the world feels heavy. A lot of people are avoiding the news and holding onto a low-grade anxiety that can't be clearly identified. You know that image of Pig-Pen from the Peanuts cartoons? He walked around with a little cloud of dust overhead that followed him everywhere. These days many of us are walking around just like that. But here’s what Dina and I both believe – you don’t have to live like that, under that cloud. You are the driver of your life. You're not the passenger, passively sitting there, hoping to get somewhere at some point. But as the driver, you get to choose your cargo and what you leave at the curb. You are in charge of the trip. Dina shared the power of building a daily practice centered on calm and ease. She’s not saying you need a complicated, long morning routine that adds pressure to your plate. Her suggestion is simple and consistent. Maybe it’s short meditation. Or do some journaling, letting your worries spill onto the page, so they stop circling in your head. Perhaps you say affirmations or do something magical. The form matters less than the intention. Showing up for yourself everyday, with presence and intention for inner peace and connection to your higher self or spirit. Consistency is the key ingredient, according to Dina. When you tend to your inner world with that kind of devotion, something shifts. You start to bring a different energy into everything you do. Right now, you need that extra dose of light and so does everyone else. Follow the Breadcrumbs This is how spirit and your intuition communicate when you’re paying attention. Inner wisdom is rarely a big thunderbolt of a message. More often, it’s like a trail of breadcrumbs. In the dating world, “breadcrumbing” has a bad reputation. It’s stringing someone along to keep them hooked. But Dina and I talked about the positive aspect of breadcrumbs when it comes to your inner wisdom. The universe often leaves you hints, nudges, and perfectly timed coincidences to help you find your way. Breadcrumbs! Once you start to pay attention, you'll start seeing those crumbs everywhere. A book falls off the shelf. A conversation with a stranger answers a question that’s been on your mind. You get a feeling in your gut that says “Yes”. The idea is to simply follow the trail and understand that more will be revealed, but usually one step at a time. You rarely get to see the entire map up front. That’s just how it is with spirit most of the time. Living Authentically Here’s where things get really juicy. Dina and I spent time exploring what it means to live authentically  and how much of our lives we spend doing the opposite without even realizing it. Most people have been conditioned to look outside themselves for answers. They seek validation, approval, and permission. You become fluent in the language of other people’s expectations and so many have lost touch with their own inner knowing and wisdom. Becoming self-aware is the solution. This is about the gentle, curious kind of awareness and the practice of noticing how you act and react. Get really clear if you’re showing up as you or as the version of you that’s trying to keep everyone else happy. Dina puts it so simply. When you’re deeply connected to what you truly need and want, you stop solely pleasing everyone else. This is how you cultivate self-trust. You build the kind of confidence that doesn’t require anyone else’s validation. And from that place, you’re more present, and genuinely useful to the people around you. Respecting and taking care of yourself serves more than just you. It really does serve everyone’s highest good. Turning to Tarot One of my favorite moments is when Dina told me a story about her daughter was waiting to hear where high school she got accepted to. Such a stressful situation, it turned into one of those agonizing periods where the outcome feels completely out of your hands. That's when Dina did what she always does. She turned to her tarot deck. Wondering what this meant and how things would resolve, she pulled a card. Not just any card, but she chose the Sun card. This is radiant, optimistic symbolism that everything would absolutely work out for her daughter. That card became her calming anchor through three months of difficult uncertainty. And at the end of those three months, and far too many meetings and phone calls, her daughter landed a wonderful high school placement. Here’s how Dina and I both think about it picking a card. Tools like tarot, numerology, and astrology aren’t about handing your power over to something outside yourself. These sacred tools are more like mirrors of your inner wisdom. They reflect back what your own intuition already knows, and calm the inner turmoil, so your inner voice can actually be heard. The cards, runes, and I-ching among others, are tools for self-understanding. Who couldn’t use a little more understanding? You Are the Magic If I could bottle up the essence of my conversation with Dina, it would be a calm, steady belief that you are not broken, lost, or left behind. You are someone with deep inner wisdom who may have simply gotten distracted from your truth. Your intuition is still there. The breadcrumbs are still being dropped. The tools are waiting for you. All that’s left for you to do is follow the trail and trust that it’s leading somewhere wonderful, appropriate, and luminous. Dina has a beautiful free gift called The Tarot Coach Approach — three ways to make heart-centered, intuitive decisions even when life feels overwhelming. BIO – Dina Berrin Dina Berrin is an intuitive guide, tarot reader, and certified life coach who helps people reconnect with their inner wisdom using tarot, numerology, astrology, and her signature charm readings. With more than two decades of experience, she blends insight, curiosity, and a little magic to help people trust their intuition and navigate life's turning points with greater clarity. Dina is the author of The Way Within: Igniting Your Intuition with Sacred Tools, a practical and heartfelt guide to rediscovering the inner voice that already knows the way. Website & Social Media Website: https://dinaberrin.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DinaBerrinTarot/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/dinaberrin/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3nA9-7zG5IqYrJ-RfLxeMg The post Inner Wisdom, Spiritual Breadcrumbs, and Card Readings appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

Lindsay and Madison discuss the Great Pig War of 1859, as well as the importance of proper documentation, why you shouldn't kill out of anger, and how to almost cause a war between two superpowers. Information pulled from the following sources 2025 All That's Interesting article by Kaleega Fraga 2024 Salish Current blog post by Richard Arlin Walker 2023 The Archive post by Lee D'Amato 2022 A Bit About Britain post by Anne Clare 2022 BBC Travel article by Brendan Sainsbury 2022 Historic Mysteries post by Kurt Readman 2022 PBS post 2022 Tara Ross blog post 2021 The Canadian Encyclopedia article by Taylor C. Noakes 2020 Canadian History Ehx blog post by Craig Baird 2017 Atlas Obscura article by Sarah Laskow 2015 Historic UK post by Ben Johnson 2015 History of War blog post by Frances White 2015 J Mark Powell blog post 2006 History Link Essay by Rebecca Smith 2004 History Link Essay by Kit Oldham Lakedale Resort blog post National Park Service Wikipedia Send us your listener questions to bit.ly/AskYOC. Become a member on Buy Me A Coffee for as little as $1/month to support the show.  Get your groceries and essentials delivered in as fast as 1 hour via Instacart. Free delivery on your first 3 orders. Min $10 per order. Terms apply. You can write to us at: Ye Olde Crime Podcast, PO Box 341, Wyoming, MN 55092. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Spotify, Podcast Addict, Audible, or Goodpods! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Missing Father of Football and the 10-Minute "Mall-In"Imagine a National Championship game where the "Father of American Football" is a no-show because he's busy refereeing a freshman match. Picture a snowy Thanksgiving Day in 1882, where fans storm the field not to celebrate, but to join a 10-minute-long human pile-up in the end zone. This wasn't a playground scrap; it was the birth of championship football.Today in the Pig Pen, Darin Hayes welcomes back Timothy Brown of Football Archaeology to unearth the strange truth behind the 1882 Yale-Princeton showdown. From the bizarre rule that forced teams to play for the previous year's title to the "mall-in" scrum that redefined the word grit, we're diving into the game that changed everything—even if Walter Camp wasn't there to see it.This all stems from Tim Brown's recent post titled: 1882 Yale-Princeton, Football's First Championship Game -The Story Arc Breakdown (For Audio Delivery)The Hook: Start with the contradiction. "How can you have a championship game in 1882 to decide the winner of 1881?"The "Celebrity" Twist: Reveal the shocker—Walter Camp, the man who practically invented the sport, skipped the first "meaningful" league championship to ref a JV game in another city.The Action: Describe the 1882 rules where points didn't exist—only goals. The visual of the "mall-in," a ten-minute wrestling match in the snow where the defense tried to physically prevent a player from "touching the ball down," is the ultimate hook for any football fan.The Takeaway: Timothy Brown explains why "championship" meant something entirely different in the 19th century and how the spectacle in New York City on Thanksgiving became the blueprint for the Super Bowl culture we know today.Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website to see even more Positive football news!Don't forget to check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel for additional content and the regular Football History Minute Shorts.Miss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well don't, because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website. Mentioned in this episode:Sports History Theme SongThis theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Bootlegging whiskey, acid tests, grass, and songs about murder. The origins of the Grateful Dead are fascinating and not what most people think. Born out of the tradition of “old, weird America”; bluegrass, jug band music and deadly folk tales, the Grateful Dead, as young adults, were into some strange stuff and we are all better for it. The band would go on to create their very own “new, weird America” due in part to the cultural impact they would have over their near 40-year career. But their connection to the traditional music that spawned them was due in large part to their harmonica player, singer, and keyboardist, Ron “Pigpen” McKernan, who lived “the life” so authentically that he died at the age of just 27. This is the Grateful Dead origin story and the Ballad of Pigpen. To view the full list of contributors, see the show notes at ⁠⁠www.disgracelandpod.com⁠⁠. This episode was originally published on October 13, 2020. To listen to Disgraceland ad free and get access to exclusive bonus content and more, become a Disgraceland All Access member at ⁠⁠disgracelandpod.com/membership⁠⁠. Sign up for our newsletter and get the inside dirt on events, merch and other awesomeness - ⁠⁠GET THE NEWSLETTER⁠⁠ Follow Jake and DISGRACELAND: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠X⁠⁠ (formerly Twitter) ⁠⁠Facebook Fan Group⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bootlegging whiskey, acid tests, grass, and songs about murder. The origins of the Grateful Dead are fascinating and not what most people think. Born out of the tradition of “old, weird America”; bluegrass, jug band music and deadly folk tales, the Grateful Dead, as young adults, were into some strange stuff and we are all better for it. The band would go on to create their very own “new, weird America” due in part to the cultural impact they would have over their near 40-year career. But their connection to the traditional music that spawned them was due in large part to their harmonica player, singer, and keyboardist, Ron “Pigpen” McKernan, who lived “the life” so authentically that he died at the age of just 27. This is the Grateful Dead origin story and the Ballad of Pigpen. To view the full list of contributors, see the show notes at ⁠⁠www.disgracelandpod.com⁠⁠. This episode was originally published on October 13, 2020. To listen to Disgraceland ad free and get access to exclusive bonus content and more, become a Disgraceland All Access member at ⁠⁠disgracelandpod.com/membership⁠⁠. Sign up for our newsletter and get the inside dirt on events, merch and other awesomeness - ⁠⁠GET THE NEWSLETTER⁠⁠ Follow Jake and DISGRACELAND: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠X⁠⁠ (formerly Twitter)  ⁠⁠Facebook Fan Group⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Beyond the "Novelty": The Untold Origins of Asian and Pacific Islander Football PioneersWhen we think of Polynesian dominance in the NFL today, names like Troy Polamalu, Puka Nacua, and Marcus Mariota immediately come to mind. The islands have become a powerhouse for football talent, but the roots of this tradition go back much further than most fans realize.In a recent episode of the Pigpen podcast, host Darin Hayes sat down with Tim Brown of Football Archaeology to uncover the forgotten history of the first Asian and Pacific Islander (API) players to lace up their cleats and change the game.The Early Days: Foreign Nationals and Walk-OnsLong before the 1960s brought major shifts in sports integration, a small group of Asian players was already making waves in college football. Interestingly, many of these early pioneers weren't domestic recruits but foreign nationals.During the late 1800s, wealthy families and government officials from China and Japan often sent their children to the U.S. and Europe for education. These students brought back more than just engineering degrees; they brought back a love for American sports.The "Exchange Student" Athlete: Many of these students were natural athletes who joined football teams as walk-ons to better acculturate to American life.A Multi-Sport Legacy: Tim Brown highlights one standout at the University of Pennsylvania who was not only a varsity baseball player but also one of the top tennis players of his era before trying his hand at football.From the Islands to the Iron: Walter "Sneeze" AchiuWhile Asian players appeared on the East Coast as early as the late 1800s, it wasn't until the 1920s that we saw the first identified Pacific Islander make a mark. That man was Walter Achiu.Achiu's journey is a fascinating look at the "hidden" pipelines of early football. A standout at the St. Louis School (then St. Louis College) in Honolulu—a Catholic school that still produces NFL talent today—Achiu ended up playing for the University of Dayton.Why Dayton? It turns out both schools were run by the same Catholic order, creating a bridge from the tropical islands to the Ohio gridiron.The First API Star in the NFLAchiu was a dual-threat star, captaining the track team and playing halfback and quarterback. In 1927, he broke the ultimate barrier by joining the Dayton Triangles, making him the first Asian and Pacific Islander player in NFL history."His race was half of his football identity in the press. They'd call him 'The Chinese' or 'Native Islander'—it was a novelty to the media of the time, regardless of his actual skill on the field." — Tim BrownHis nickname, "Sneeze," reportedly came from his surname, Achiu (pronounced Ah-choo), which he told fans was "just like a sneeze" to help them remember it.A Legacy Beyond the GridironLike many players of the era, Achiu's athletic career didn't end with the NFL. He transitioned into professional wrestling, a career he maintained into the 1950s. While he held an electrical engineering degree, the lure of the ring (and the better pay) kept him in the spotlight for decades.Today, we see a heavy influence of Samoan and Hawaiian players across every level of football. While they are no longer viewed as "novelties" or "attractions," it is important to remember the pioneers like Walter Achiu who traveled thousands of miles to prove that the game of football...

Super Bowl 60: A Defensive Masterpiece or an Offensive Meltdown?Is a championship defined by the brilliance of the defense or the collapse of the offense? As the Seattle Seahawks hoist the Lombardi Trophy after a stifling victory over the New England Patriots, the debate in the Pig Pen is heating up. While some see Mike McDonald's defensive scheme as a tactical masterpiece that neutralized a generational talent, others see a "boring" finale marked by a quarterback looking for the nearest exit. Was this the official return of "old-school" football, or did the 2025 season end on a whimper? Join Darin Hayes and Ed Kleese as they break down the stats, the "Ninja" moves, and the final tally of their season-long prediction war in this ultimate 2025 season wrap-up.The Final Verdict on the 2025 SeasonThe 2025 NFL season culminated in a clash that perfectly mirrored the year's biggest trends: the resurgence of the running game, the dominance of disciplined defense, and a historic level of league parity. While the New England Patriots' improbable run ended in frustration for young signal-caller Drake May, the Seahawks proved that a "no-weakness" roster is the ultimate blueprint for a ring.In this episode recap, we dive into:The May vs. McDonald Chess Match: Why Darin calls it a "masterpiece" while Ed labels it a "bottom-ten" Super Bowl experience.The Renaissance of the "Pigskin": How the league is shifting back to the 1970s "run first, punt often" mentality.Officiating Innovation: Evaluating the impact of "Replay Assist" and ball-tracking chips on the integrity of the game.The 2026 Crystal Ball: Why the Tennessee Titans and the AFC West are the names to watch for next year's turnaround.Conclusion Whether you're celebrating with "Canadian apple juice" in a Boomer Sooner glass or mourning a draft-pick-fueled dynasty that fell short, the 2025 season was a testament to the unpredictable nature of the NFL. With 7 of 8 division winners being newly crowned, the era of the "Mahomes/Brady Monopoly" has officially given way to total league parity. As we head into the off-season, one thing is certain: the "magic wizardry" of the gridiron is alive and well.Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website to see even more Positive football news!Don't forget to check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel for additional content and the regular Football History Minute Shorts.Miss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well don't, because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website. Mentioned in this episode:Sports History Theme SongThis theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Ever wonder why a football field is 100 yards long and exactly 160 feet wide? It turns out the dimensions of the gridiron aren't just random numbers—they are a mix of 17th-century surveying tools, farming traditions, and a desperate need to fit a game into a New York baseball stadium.In this session of the Pig Pen, Darin Hayes sits down with Timothy P. Brown of Football Archaeology to dig into the fascinating and often arbitrary evolution of the football field.Our friend Timothy Brown, from Football Archaeology.com, joins us to tell the tale of the tape, errrr.. chain in his recent post titled: Why Football Fields are 100 Yards Long and 160 Feet Wide The Rugby Roots (140 x 70 Yards)American football began as a variation of rugby. In 1876, the first official American rules defined the field as 140 yards long and 70 yards wide.At the time, there were no stadiums. Games were played on whatever flat land was available—school grounds, town squares, or between two oak trees. Because space was inconsistent, the dimensions were loose until teams from different regions began playing each other and demanded a standardized field.The Furlong Influence: Why 110 Yards?By 1879, the Intercollegiate Football Association (IFA) shortened the field to 110 yards. This seemingly odd number actually has its roots in British surveying:Gunter's Chains: In 1608, Edmund Gunter invented a surveying tool called "chains." Each chain was 22 yards long.The Furlong: A standard unit of measurement in the UK (the length of a furrow in a farm field) was 220 yards.Standardization: 110 yards is exactly a half-furlong (or 5 chains). Since this was a standard land measurement, it became the logical choice for standardizing a field of play.The Polo Grounds Problem: The Move to 100 YardsIf we started at 110 yards (a measurement the Canadian game still uses today), why did American football drop those extra 10 yards?The culprit: The Forward Pass.When the forward pass was legalized in 1906, players weren't allowed to throw the ball across the goal line. To loosen this up, the rules committee decided to allow catches behind the goal line but wanted to limit how far back a receiver could go. They decided to add 10-yard end zones.However, adding 20 total yards of end zones to a 110-yard field made the total length 130 yards—which was too big to fit into many existing stadiums, most notably the Polo Grounds in New York. To make the game fit the architecture, they shortened the field of play to 100 yards in 1912, and it has remained that way ever since.The Mystery of the 160-Foot WidthWhile the length has a clear history, the width of 160 feet (or 53.3 yards) remains a bit of a "football archaeology" mystery.The Myth: Many believe Walter Camp narrowed the field in 1880 to accommodate fewer players (dropping from 15 to 11).The Fact: Meeting minutes show the IFA adopted the 160-foot width in 1879, a year before the player count was reduced.Despite various mathematical theories involving fractions of a furlong, there is no confirmed record of why 160 was the magic number.From Ropes to ChainsThe "chains" used by officials today to measure first downs also have a humble beginning. Early rules called for two poles connected by a stout

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This week I decided to go back and pick up this second set from the band's performance back on January 16, 1970 at Springer's Inn in Portland Oregon.   This recording has some issues - especially during the first two numbers - the Cumberland Blues is cut both at the start and the end, and Me & My Uncle is cut at the start. I've included both out of a love of completeness and because they still sound great. Some highlights here include a wonderful 'Dire Wolf' - with an admonition from Jerry to sing along, a fine 'Uncle John's Band' and Pigpen's 'Easy Wind'. I think you'll enjoy the rest of this set as well, especiall if you are a fan of 'Anthem of the Sun'..     Grateful Dead January 16, 1970 Springer's Inn  Portland, OR  Set 2 //Cumberland Blues// //Me & My Uncle-> Dire Wolf Uncle John's Band Easy Wind Cryptical Envelopment -> Drums -> The Other One -> Cryptical Envelopment -> Cosmic Charlie You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod013026.mp3  "Such a long, long time to be gone And a short time to be there"   

The Football Legend Who Traded the Ivy League for the Front Lines: The Story of Johnnie PoeIn the middle of a major winter storm, with classes canceled and the wind howling outside, it's easy to find your mind wandering toward the macabre—perhaps to a certain Edgar Allan Poe story like The Cask of Amontillado. But while most of us associate the name Poe with gothic poetry and raven-themed football teams, there is a far more "rough and tumble" legacy attached to the family name.On a recent episode of the Pig Pen podcast, Darin Hayes sat down with Timothy Brown of Football Archaeology to discuss a man who was a second cousin twice removed from the famous poet: the legendary Johnny Poe.A Princeton DynastyJohnnie Poe was the third of six brothers who played for Princeton University between 1882 and 1901. In an era where the Ivy League was the epicenter of the sport, the Poes were football royalty. Johnny himself was a standout during the 1891 and 1892 seasons, consistently ranking as one of the team's top scorers.However, Johnnie Poe wasn't your typical Ivy League student. He wasn't destined for the quiet life of a district attorney or a businessman like his brothers. He was a man who marched to the beat of a much louder, more dangerous drum.The Wanderer and the WarriorAfter dropping out of Princeton following his sophomore year, Johnnie's life read like an adventure novel. He spent time:Coaching: Leading the teams at the University of Virginia and Navy.Laboring: Mining for gold in the Yukon and working as a cowboy in New Mexico.Soldiering: Seeking action wherever he could find it.Johnnie's thirst for combat was legendary. He joined the Maryland militia for the Spanish-American War (but saw no action), joined the Army to fight in the Philippines (still no action), and even joined the Marines during the Panamanian Revolution. He finally "found his calling" fighting in the Honduran Army, where he finally saw the direct combat he craved.A Hero's End in the "Black Watch"When World War I broke out, Johnnie didn't wait for the United States to enter the fray. He traveled to Europe and joined the British Army. Unsatisfied with being an artilleryman behind the lines, he transferred to the Black Watch, the famous Scottish Highlander regiment.In 1915, during a fierce battle near Ypres in Flanders, Johnnie Poe was killed in action. He was shot in the stomach, and due to the chaotic nature of the conflict, his body was never recovered. He remains "out there" somewhere in the fields of France or Belgium—a fittingly mysterious end for a relative of Edgar Allan Poe.A Lasting LegacyJohnnie Poe's impact on Princeton football didn't end with his death. Even before the U.S. officially joined WWI, Princeton established the John Poe Award for the team's top player. Today, after being combined with another legend's name, it is known as the Poe-Kazmaier Trophy.It's a remarkable testament to a man who was respected by everyone from common soldiers to future presidents (he once spent an hour talking football on the practice field with then-Princeton President Woodrow Wilson).Whether you find him brave, reckless, or a bit of both, Johnny Poe remains one of the most fascinating figures in the intersection of sports and military history.For more deep dives into the forgotten stories of the gridiron, visit FootballArchaeology.com or find Timothy...

The Margin of Error: Reflections on a Wild Divisional WeekendThe NFL Divisional Round is behind us, and if there's one thing we learned from the "Pig Pen" this week, it's that the gap between a "Super Bowl favorite" and "watching from the couch" is razor-thin.Hosts Darin Hayes and Ed Kleese sat down to recap a weekend defined by emotional endings, coaching carousel chaos, and the polarizing performances of the league's top young quarterbacks. Here's the breakdown of the action.The Josh Allen ParadoxThe most debated game of the weekend took place in Denver. While the Bills are heading home, Ed Cleese offered a staunch defense of Josh Allen. The narrative? The Bills have failed to give Allen a margin for error."It's very difficult in the NFL to always operate with zero margin for error," Ed noted. While Allen made mistakes—including a costly fumble before the half—he is often required to play "Superman" just to keep Buffalo in the game. When other quarterbacks like Sam Darnold or Drake May advanced this weekend, they did so despite average performances because their teams stepped up. For Allen, perfection is the requirement, and that's a heavy burden to carry.The "Buffalo Curse" and the Catch RuleThe game ended in typical Bills fashion: controversy. The James Cook play sparked a massive debate on social media. Was it a catch? Was it an interception?Despite rooting for the Bills, Darin and Ed put on their "officiating hats" and agreed that the refs actually got it right. Under the NFL's "surviving the ground" rule, Cook never established himself before the ball popped out into the defender's hands. It's a tough pill to swallow for Western New York, but a consistent application of a confusing rule.CJ Stroud's Playoff "F"Perhaps the most disappointing story was Houston. After a stellar season, CJ Stroud struggled immensely in Foxborough. While the Patriots' defense deserves credit for smelling blood in the water, Stroud looked rattled and "in his own head."Darin raised a tough question for Texans fans: Do we have the right guy? While Ed isn't ready to move on after only three years, the "playoff choker" label is starting to stick. In the NFL, you're only as good as your last game, and Stroud's last two outings were, in Ed's words, "an absolute F."Caleb Williams: The Human Highlight ReelThe weekend closed with a snowy, frigid battle between the Rams and the Bears. Despite the Rams gutting out a win, all anyone could talk about was Caleb Williams' late-game heroics.Watching a quarterback run 40 yards backward only to heave a dime into the end zone is the "Caleb Williams Experience" in a nutshell. It was incredibly lucky, slightly ridiculous, and purely athletic. While the Bears fell short, the explosive potential of their young QB was the talk of the night.The Caleb Williams Experience: Luck or Skill?The snowy battle between the Rams and the Bears left everyone talking about one man: Caleb Williams. Watching him run 40 yards backward only to heave a dime into the end zone was the highlight of the weekend."He's a physical marvel," Ed noted. While there's luck involved in those playground-style plays, it takes elite arm talent to throw a "rope" with that kind of velocity after escaping pressure. Darin even suggested Williams might be the next "Captain Comeback" in the vein of Roger Staubach. However, the "Experience" isn't all highlights—his overtime interception reminded everyone that he still struggles with pocket consistency. Despite the loss, the Bears fandom is officially alive.Championship Weekend: Big Predictions, Bigger StakesWith the field narrowed to the final four, Darin and Ed are deadlocked at 96 points each. To break the tie, they're doubling the points for Championship Sunday. Here is how they see the title games shaking...

Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes: The "Laissez-Faire" History of Football SafetyFootball is the ultimate collision sport, a game of high-speed impacts and physical prowess. But if you were to travel back to the early days of the gridiron, you might be shocked to find that for the first century of the game, the NCAA's approach to safety was almost laughable.In a recent episode of the Pigpen podcast, host Darin Hayes sat down with Timothy Brown of Football Archaeology to discuss the surprisingly slow evolution of football equipment. From the days of "gutta percha" to the highly engineered helmets of 2025, the story of how we protect players is a journey from antiquity to high-tech armor. This epsiode is based on one of Tim's recent articles titled: Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes: Football Equipment Safety Standards.The Early Days: Protecting the Opponent, Not the WearerThe first American football rules were developed in 1876, largely adapted from the laws of Rugby. Surprisingly, the earliest equipment rules weren't designed to keep the wearer safe—they were designed to protect the other guy.Rule #58 of the original handbook barred players from wearing iron or gutta percha (a rigid, tree-sap-based pseudo-plastic) on their boots. "The whole thing was that they banned certain materials to ensure the safety of the other players," Tim Brown explains.By 1900, this logic extended to "sticky or slippery substances." If a team greased their jerseys to make themselves harder to tackle, it was seen as an unfair advantage rather than a safety hazard. Even the first rules regarding cleats—which were originally just triangular leather nubs tacked onto the shoe by a cobbler—focused on preventing players from spiking their opponents.The Era of "Only Fools"One of the most startling revelations from Brown's research is how long the NCAA resisted mandating essential gear. Take shoulder pads, for example. By the mid-1920s, shoulder pads were becoming harder, utilizing fiber and sole leather. The rulemakers required these to be padded on the exterior so they wouldn't bruise an opponent, yet they didn't actually require players to wear them at all.This "laissez-faire" attitude peaked in 1970. The NCAA's "Read-Easy" version of the rulebook actually noted that while shoulder pads weren't required, "only fools" would play without them. Despite this smart-aleck commentary, the NCAA didn't officially mandate shoulder pads until 1974.A Timeline of MandatesThe shift from "recommended" to "required" happened in fits and starts, often with high schools leading the charge and the NFL trailing behind:Helmets:High schools mandated them in 1935, the NCAA in 1939, and the NFL finally in 1943.Knee Pads:Mandated by the NCAA in 1932—again, primarily to protect the head of a tackler from a hard bony knee rather than to protect the runner.Face Masks:The NFL required them in 1957, but the NCAA didn't officially make them mandatory until 1993, largely because they assumed everyone was already wearing them.Mouth Guards:These became standard in high schools in 1962 and colleges in 1972.The Helmet Revolution and Quality ControlBefore 1978, there was no universal quality standard for football helmets. You could essentially wear any "head covering" and call it a day. In 1978, the introduction of NOCSAE certification changed the landscape.This requirement for...

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The Finality of the Field: Navigating the NFL Divisional RoundThere are just eight teams left standing. As we enter the divisional round of the 2025 National Football League playoffs, the stakes have never been higher, and the margin for error has never been thinner.On the latest episode of the Pig Pen, Darin Hayes was joined by Ed Kleese to break down a wild Wild Card weekend and look ahead to the battles to come. But before diving into the X's and O's, the conversation struck a chord that every football fan—and player—knows all too well: the sudden, crushing weight of playoff finality.The "Madden" Sense of FinalityFor fans in Western Pennsylvania, this week brought a "double whammy." Not only are they nursing the lumps of a playoff exit, but they are facing the rare territory of losing a coach. It's a feeling Ed Kleese describes through the lens of a football legend."We've talked many times about Madden and Summerall," Ed noted. "As a young kid growing up, Madden was sort of my football Yoda. It's the first time I ever heard the word finality."Ed recalled how John Madden would often point out the losing sideline—the players sitting on the bench with heads in hands, looking forlorn. That empty feeling isn't just for the fans whose weekend routines suddenly vanish; it's the realization for veterans like Bobby Wagner or Zach Ertz that this might have been their "last true shot."John Madden spoke from experience; having been on the losing end of the "Immaculate Reception" game, he knew exactly how it felt to have his heart ripped out in an instant.Surviving the "Glass Slipper"As the guys moved into the game recaps, the theme of the weekend was survival. In the opening game, both the Rams and the Panthers played a contest far closer than the ten-and-a-half-point spread suggested."That was actually the most surprising thing to me of the whole weekend—how close the Rams came to being eliminated," Ed remarked. Despite a 14-0 lead, the Rams found themselves in a dogfight against a Panthers team that was far more prepared than the pundits gave them credit for.Darin observed that while the Panthers "played their tails off," the better team ultimately wise up when it mattered most. It served as a reminder of the "glass slipper" effect in the playoffs: it's fun to root for the underdog, but as Ed pointed out, "the glass slipper often doesn't fit nearly as nicely" in the following round. The Rams survived, but the scares were just beginning for the rest of the league.Postseason Grit and Divisional PredictionsAs the dust settles on a wild opening weekend of the playoffs, Darin Hayes and Ed Kleese sit down to dissect the survival of a dynasty, the fallout of a Steelers collapse, and what to expect in a high-stakes Divisional Round.The New Patriots: Gritty, Not PrettyThe Patriots' victory over the Chargers wasn't a masterclass in scoring, but it was a masterclass in situational football. Darin and Ed noted the striking similarities between this 2025 squad and the 2001 team that launched the Brady era.“They were tough and gritty and just got the job done,” Ed remarked. While Drake May didn't light up the stat sheet, his ability to manage the game and "flip the field" kept the Chargers under constant pressure. It's a slow build, reminiscent of a juggernaut in the making, even if the "evil genius" era of trading back for draft capital has evolved into something new.The Steelers' Deflating ExitWhile the Patriots are rising, the Steelers are left with difficult questions. Despite a 24-point loss to the Texans, Ed offered a shocking grade for the winning quarterback: “I would have graded C.J. Stroud as an F... and they still won by 24.”The story wasn't Stroud's five fumbles or poor accuracy; it was a total collapse of the Steelers' offensive line. Aaron Rodgers, potentially playing

Bonus EpisodeWe share stories, setlists, and tributes to honor Bob Weir, who passed away on January 10, 2026, and explore moments that made the music feel like home. Loss meets gratitude as we reckon with legacy, improvisation, and greatness.• remembering Bob Weir and his influence• post‑Jerry eras• favorite Weir vocals• social media tributes from Trey Anastasio, Mickey Hart, John Mayer• Johnny Hickman on opening for the Dead and Cracker's "Loser" cover• Grateful Dead's final tour memories and artifacts• Dead & Company's final tour and setlist variety• Wolf Brothers at the Capitol Theater, long-form jams• the Sphere experience and immersive stagingWe close on a Philadelphia rooftop just after sunrise: The Clash's Joe Strummer asking Bob about Pigpen until the manager comes to collect him. Punk meets jam, curiosity meets memory, and the line between scenes dissolves. That's the Weir effect—bridges where you didn't expect them, songs that hold more than one world at once. If this moved you, share it with a friend, subscribe for new episodes, and leave a review so others can find the music too. What's the first Weir song you'll play tonight?Learn Something New orRemember Something OldPlease like and follow the Music in My Shoes Facebook and Instagram pagesReach out to us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.comSend us a one-way message. We can't answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!

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Wild Card Weekend: Picks, Predictions, and The Final TallyDarin and Ed closed out the regular season with a dramatic Week 18 and are now diving into their picks for the six matchups of Super Wild Card Weekend! But first let's look at the teams not in the playoffs...NFL Reverse Power Rankings: Who Will Bounce Back by 2026?The NFL playoffs are finally here! Wild Card Weekend is set, and while the excitement builds for the teams competing, our hosts Darin Hayes and Ed Kleese took one final look back at the regular season to assess the teams that didn't make the cut.In a spirited segment on the Pig Pen, Ed unveiled his Reverse Power Rankings—a prediction of the 18 non-playoff teams ranked by their likelihood of making the postseason by 2026.Here's a breakdown of the teams most likely to bounce back... and the ones that might be grounded for a while.Ed's Methodology: The 2026 Confidence ScoreEd's rankings are not about the next five years; they are solely focused on the immediate future: How confident are we that this team can be in the playoffs by the 2026 season? (Note: Ed used 2026, which in the context of the transcript meant "next year" or "in two years").The Bottom Rung: Gaining AltitudeStarting at the bottom, the future looks bleakest for a few franchises:#18 New York Jets:Darin noted this Jet has been "grounded for a while." Ed sees a mess on the field, especially given the coaching issues, making them the least likely to turn things around quickly.#17 Arizona Cardinals & #16 Tennessee Titans:Both teams face massive organizational turnover (coaching and likely quarterback changes), tough divisions, and a lack of strong roster depth.The Middle Ground: The Land of Perpetual MediocrityThis group is filled with teams that could just as easily be 6-11 as 9-8:#15 Cleveland Browns:Despite a strong defense, their offensive uncertainty (due to the Deshaun Watson contract situation) keeps them firmly in the middle. Ed summed it up: "They're the Browns."#14 Tampa Bay Buccaneers:This window feels like it's closing. Ed noted that after an early MVP conversation, Baker Mayfield settled back into his "average" cycle, and the overall roster talent isn't inspiring.#12 Las Vegas Raiders:Surprisingly high on Ed's list, he cited the addition of the first overall draft pick and the "ultimate winner" presence of the Tom Brady connection. Darin immediately disagreed, arguing they should be much lower, believing one player won't fix the underlying issues.#11 Atlanta Falcons:The definition of "No Man's Land." The firing of Raheem Morris was shocking, especially since they were close to winning the division. However, Ed defended the move, citing poor clock management and a tendency to lose close games.The Up Arrow: Genuine Hope for 2026These teams have the foundational pieces—whether it's a coach, a quarterback, or cap space—to compete immediately.#10 New Orleans Saints:They finished the year strong, and with a first-year coach and a defense that improved, the foundation is set for a rise.#9 Indianapolis Colts:Their season ended disappointingly, and the question marks surrounding Daniel Jones' Achilles injury dampen their outlook, forcing them to find another starting quarterback (likely Anthony Richardson or

In 2017, I interviewed Matty Matheson, the John Belushi of the culinary world. Heavily tattooed, irreverent and profoundly talented. Matty rose to fame with his hugely popular VICE TV show, Dead Set on Life. We talked about his recovery from addiction and a heart attack at age 29. Matty has since made a remarkable recovery and now balances a full career that includes a brand new 9,500-square-foot restaurant inside of Hamilton's TD Coliseum, acting and serving as executive producer in multiple television productions, authoring cookbooks, and performing in his punk band, Pig Pen. His ambition and zest for life are truly a wonder! Listen to my interview with Matty Matheson here: https://www.marionkane.com/podcast/chef-matty-matheson-addiction/I also recommend you watch this heartwarming video of Matty on a kosher food tour of Montreal, accompanied by local legend Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, aka "The Hipster Rabbi."  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95mkZCWiLmo #mattymatheson #montreal #kosherfood #rabbiyisroelbernath #thehipsterrabbi #vicetv #deadsetonlife #celebritychef #marionkane #foodsleuth

Week 18 Showdown: A Season of Parity, Ending in a Deadlock!Darin Hayes welcomed listeners back to the "Pig Pen" at Pigskin Dispatch, the official portal for football history, to set the stage for the final week of the National Football League season. Joined by co-host Ed Kleese, the episode focused on the tradition of their weekly "big bowl predictions" and a look back at a truly bizarre NFL season. After a quick check-in on the weather (Darin is facing a blizzard in the Great Lakes; Ed is enjoying an overcast but warm location), the hosts dove into the meat of Week 17's results.The State of the League: Flawed Teams and ExcitementEd opened the discussion on Week 17 by calling the entire 2024 NFL season "weird." He argued that while fans claim they want parity, this year features too many "flawed" teams that could potentially win the Super Bowl—perhaps 10 to 12 teams—which feels "off" compared to dominant dynasties of past eras (like the 70s Steelers, Dolphins, and Raiders).Darin countered, arguing that the unpredictability creates "spice," keeps more fan bases engaged, and confuses oddsmakers. Both hosts agreed that teams like the Eagles appear "fraudulent" this year, but the open field makes every playoff game matter.Week 17 Results: The Parity Extends to the Pig Pen!After 17 weeks of predictions, Darin and Ed have arrived at a spectacular and unexpected dead heat, ensuring that Week 18 will serve as the ultimate tiebreaker.Darin Hayes6 Points78 PointsSuccessfully pegged the Seahawks victory over the Panthers (2 pts) and correctly predicted the low-scoring nature of the Eagles/Bills game (2 pts). He also gained points for the Texans and 49ers wins.Ed Kleese5 Points78 PointsAlso secured a win on the Seahawks game (2 pts) and earned 2 points for correctly picking the Browns win over the Steelers. Ed acknowledged he was wrong about the Rams rolling the Falcons and his "Christmas sweep" prediction.The Score: Darin 78, Ed 78. The hosts are perfectly tied entering the final week!Week 18 Predictions: Tiebreaker TimeWith everything on the line, the hosts offered their picks for the critical games in Week 18, setting up a head-to-head battle to claim bragging rights for the regular season.Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cleveland BrownsThis matchup features two teams out of the playoff hunt, but both analysts agreed the game holds significant individual narratives.The Storylines:Myles Garrett's Record Chase:Browns defensive end Myles Garrett is seeking one final sack to potentially break the single-season record currently held by T.J. Watt and Michael Strahan. Darin believes the Browns will be actively playing to help Garrett achieve this milestone.Joe Burrow's Future:Darin brought up media speculation that Joe Burrow may be growing dissatisfied with the Bengals organization, adding a layer of uncertainty to his performance in a seemingly meaningless game. Ed, however, strongly dismissed this, arguing that Burrow is under contract and elite quarterbacks rarely get traded.The Prediction:Darin's Pick:Bengals Win(with a caveat that Myles Garrett gets his record sack).Ed's Stance:Agrees Garrett likely gets the record, but doesn't see Burrow leaving Cincinnati.Houston Texans vs. Indianapolis ColtsThis game, while not guaranteeing a division title for the Texans, allows them to finish their strong regular season with momentum.The Storylines:Texans...

Featuring new music from drumming soulster Alwyn; a fresh drop from the soundscape world of Eulipion Corps; British keys master John Taylor with Marc Johnson and Joey Baron; from the mind of Wayne Horvitz, Pigpen; guitar wizard Jim Campilongo; a live solo performance from Erik Deutsch; and the greatest musical export in the history of France, Air.

The Platform Mix 587 features Jus Ron from Detroit. He's been killing it putting out originals and remixes all year that you can find on his SoundCloud, Spotify or Apple Music and kicks this show off with an upcoming release, Pushin On. He loaded up over half the mix up with his own originals, remixes and edits and a few of his favorites from other artists too. Be sure to follow Jus Ron on his socials to see all his upcoming gigs. Subscribe to my Patreon to see full track lists from the mixes, take a look at my top tracks of the week and get a look into what I'm playing out in my sets. Now turn those speakers up and let's get into it with Jus Ron's latest right here, on The Platform. Jus Ron: https://www.instagram.com/jus__ron/ Podcast: www.youtube.com/@theplatformmix Patreon: www.patreon.com/djdexmke Artwork by Michael Byers-Dent: www.instagram.com/byersdent/

The Deadcast's overstuffed season finale unpacks Blues For Allah's oft-misunderstood title track, the unlikely story of its album art, & the remarkable coalition that manifested the Dead's September 1975 Golden Gate Park show, officially the New Age Bio-Centennial Unity Fair.Guests: David Lemieux, Ron Rakow, Al Teller, Ned Lagin, Steve Brown, Bill McCarthy, Larry Weissman, Gary Lambert, Ed Perlstein, Joan Miller, Geoff Gould, Dan Hanklein, Raymond Foye, Nicholas Meriwether, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Keith EatonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Deadcast explores Bobby Weir's guitar étude, “Sage and Spirit,” speaking with one of the song's namesakes, Sage Scully, before taking an extended trip to legendary Dead show at the Great American Music Hall in August 1975, where the song received its only full live performance.Guests: David Lemieux, Donna Jean Godchaux MacKay, Sage Scully, Ron Rakow, Al Teller, Steve Brown, Roger Lewis, Lee Brenkman, Steve Schuster, Gary Lambert, Deb Trist, Ed Perlstein, Danno Henklein, Joan Miller, Steve Silberman, Michael Parrish, Keith Eaton, Shaugn O'Donnell, Benny LanderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Happy Halloween!! In honor of the fact that this week's Deadpod falls on Halloween, I decided to go back and find an appropriate show that the band played on this date... I think this one from 1969 is certainly worthy of a listen.. The show starts out with a truly nasty recording of Casey Jones - I left it in for the sake of completeness, but I hope you will stick with it as the recording greatly improves after that. There is a fair bit of hiss throughout but nevertheless this is a wonderful artifact of the young Grateful Dead.. The Cryptical>Drums>OtherOne>Cryptical has a wild drum segment that is great fun, and the China>Rider has a very nice transition jam between them. The second set highlights include a Pigpen taking over at the end here, with the last three songs showcasing his blues delivery. 'Easy Wind' was still relatively new - this is the 7th time played, and the tape ends with a massive 30+minute Lovelight ;) Grateful Dead 10/31/69 San Jose State University San Jose, CA One: Casey Jones Yellow Dog Story Dire Wolf It Hurts Me Too Cryptical Envelopment> Drums> The Other One> Cryptical Envelopment> 2 China Cat Sunflower> Jam> I Know You Rider Two: High Time Sittin' On Top Of The World Next Time You See Me> Easy Wind Turn On Your Lovelight COMMENTS Casey Jones cuts in just after the first notes of the tune. Lovelight cuts off during the final flourishes. DeadBase IX lists a Mama Tried after I Know You Rider. You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod103125.mp3 Have a safe and fun Halloween !!!

We explore how the dreamy delicacy of Crazy Fingers came about at a time of great tumult in Grateful Dead history, with visits from new record company boss Al Teller of United Artists and Seastones composer Ned Lagin, plus a stop at Winterland for the Bob Fried Memorial Boogie.Guests: David Lemieux, Al Teller, Ron Rakow, Ned Lagin, Gary Lambert, Michael Parrish, Danno Henklein, Ed Perlstein, Geoff Gould, Jay Kerley, Blair Jackson, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Christopher Coffman, Nicholas MeriwetherSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bobby Weir & John Perry Barlow's classic “The Music Never Stopped” came into being when the music was briefly in danger of stopping, the song transforming from live jam to final form as the Dead struggled to solve the financial difficulties that came with a retirement from the road.Guests: David Lemieux, Ron Rakow, Steven Schuster, Steve Silberman, Sean Howe, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Christopher Coffman, Graeme Boone, Eric Lindquist, Benny LanderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Here's some old-fashioned, good ol' Grateful Dead for you..  This week from September 18, 1970 at the Fillmore East in New York City.. we have a partial soundboard tape that has somehow survived these years to bring  us back to what it was like to hear the boys in that magical space.  The first two songs, Truckin' and Black Peter, are from the acoustic set - with Pigpen on piano on Truckin' and David Nelson mandolin on Black Peter...  The end of the electric set which we have here is blessed with a rare 'Operator' and two really well jammed out numbers - Dancin' in the Streets and Good Lovin'.  This is a beautiful recording .. soak it up.  Grateful Dead Fillmore East New York, NY 1970-09-18 - Friday Acoustic Set 01. Truckin' 02. Black Peter End of Electric Set 03. Me & My Uncle 04. Operator 05. Dancin' In The Streets 06. St. Stephen > 07. Not Fade Away > 08. Good Lovin' 09. And We Bid You Goodnight You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod092625.mp3 'Everybody form a big long line and dance around now.....'   

The Deadcast unpacks the two-part extra-heady “King Solomon's Marbles”/'Stronger Than Dirt or Milkin' the Turkey,” using the instrumental to get into the Dead's 1975 dalliances with holography, as well as Phil Lesh's other unfinished pieces from Blues For Allah.Guests: David Lemieux, Ned Lagin, Ron Rakow, Eugene Dolgoff, Michael Parrish, Ed Perlstein, Keith Eaton, Nicholas G. Meriwether, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick JenkinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Deadcast examines how Franklin's Tower bucked every trend on Blues For Allah to become one of the Dead's all-time classics, including a tape of its studio creation, a look into the multi-tracks, & a rare line-by-line breakdown by lyricist Robert Hunter himself.Guests: David Lemieux, Geoff Gould, Jürgen Fauth, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Will Backstrom, Max Ritchie, Hannah GrabbensteinSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Deadcast uses Blues For Allah's complicated instrumental Slipknot! to explore the musical and creative ambiguity the Grateful Dead pursued in early 1975, when there both was and wasn't a Grateful Dead, & their public reemergence at Bill Graham's S.N.A.C.K. benefit that March.Guests: David Lemieux, Ned Lagin, Ron Rakow, Steve Brown, Gary Lambert, Joan Miller, Jay Kerley, Chadwick Jenkins, Shaugn O'Donnell, Melvin BackstromSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.