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EP 218: The PA Game Commission has dropped a huge, very controversial proposal! They are meeting today and tomorrow to discuss the possibility of moving the PA rifle season opener! There are also many other items within this proposal that we discuss. Remember, this is a proposal, nothing is final at this point. Enjoy!  IF YOU WANT TO SUPPORT THE SHOW, CHECK OUT OUR PATREON! The Whitetail Distraction Podcast is creating Podcasts and Videos | Patreon   Skre Gear is back!! You know the routine, high quality products with a lifetime warranty at an affordable cost! Use discount code WDP for 15% off!! Check their growing lineup at www.skregear.com To complement our broadhead usage - check out VPA's full lineup of products at www.vparchery.com use discount code WDP for 10% off! You have to see their project at www.50forged.com Our newest partner is Hunt Arsenal!! Platforms, saddles, packs and more! They are taking the mobile hunting space by storm! Give them a serious consideration at https://huntarsenal.com/ One of the best seed companies in the game has agreed to offer 10% off! Go check out Back Forty Seed Co. and use code DISTRACTION10. https://backfortyseedco.com If you want some badass hybrid broadheads, head over to VIP's website: https://www.viparchery.com or give Matt and Cindy Futtere a call and tell them the Whitetail Distraction Podcast boys sent you. They are truly some of the best people in the business! The Combat Veteran will cause major damage to the intended target as combat veterans are trained to do!    Like this episode? Head over to iTunes and give us a 5-star rating and leave a review. Not hearing what you like, or just simply have suggestions? Send us an email at TheWhitetailDistractionPodcast@gmail.com   Also, check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube @TheWhitetailDistractionPodcast, Twitter @TheWDPodcast and TikTok @TheWhitetailDistraction. The Distraction is Real!

This week Mayor Cherelle Parker unveiled two innovative proposals for creating housing in the city. In our Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about those plans and the court fight over the Trump administration's subpoena for a list of Jewish students and employees at the University of Pennsylvania. There's also a major snowstorm coming our way this weekend, so we give some ideas for where to go sledding. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mayor Cherelle Parker unveils plans for modular housing factory in North Philadelphia  Two years in, here's how Philly's political insiders think Cherelle Parker is doing as mayor Philadelphia building trades unions will loan $50M to help redevelop the dilapidated Brith Sholom House Who's a Jew? Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don't forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

If you live with someone, treat someone as if you are married and other requirements-- you can ask the Utah courts to recognize your relationship as a marriage without a ceremony.. This is Utah's version of "Common law marriage", According to the Utah State Courts. Senator Todd Weiler joins the show to explain what he wants to change about this marriage law.

A proposal goes live to activate the Aztec Network token generation event. J.P. Morgan launches a tokenized fund on Ethereum. Optimism's OP buyback proposal goes live. And Ben Edgington joins the Ethereum Foundation. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/867 Sponsor: Arkiv is an Ethereum-aligned data layer for Web3. Arkiv brings the familiar concept of a traditional Web2 database into the Web3 ecosystem. Find out more at Arkiv.network Content is for informational purposes only, not endorsement or investment advice. The accuracy of information is not guaranteed.

She denied his proposal but they are still together. She thinks that he is cheating since she said no. We get the final answers with War of the Roses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This morning we got an interesting call from one of our listeners who denied her now husbands proposal THREE times... its a follow up conversation from this morning's War of the Roses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tone Kapone, KeKe, and Zach Boog talk Is J.Cole Still In The Big 3?, Is Pharrell Saving Hip Hop?, The Proposal Fail, Is TIP Back?, & More!

An idea for a cruise terminal near the Skyway is drawing early resistance as environmental groups question whether the promised benefits outweigh the risks to one of Tampa Bay's most fragile coastal areas.Call: 813-755-6562Message: FloridaMatters@wusf.orgWebsite: https://www.wusf.orgSign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletterFollow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg

In this solo episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch takes listeners through his initial reaction to a proposed change to Pennsylvania's statewide firearm deer season—specifically, a proposal that would move opening day to the Saturday before Thanksgiving. What begins as a discussion about season structure quickly turns inward, as Mitchell openly shares how frustration, impatience, and strong opinions began to spill into other areas of his life. Through an unexpected moment of conviction while reading Proverbs 18, he reflects on the dangers of reacting before listening, speaking before understanding, and allowing passion to override wisdom.With a more measured and humble perspective, Mitchell then revisits the proposal itself, laying out thoughtful concerns around Thanksgiving traditions, deer camp culture, bear season impacts, rut timing, weather arguments, and student opportunity claims. Rather than ranting or assigning blame, he encourages respectful dialogue, personal responsibility, and constructive engagement with the Pennsylvania Game Commission. This episode is both a timely discussion on a hot-button hunting issue and a candid reminder that how we respond—to change, disagreement, and frustration—often matters more than the issue itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch takes listeners through his initial reaction to a proposed change to Pennsylvania's statewide firearm deer season—specifically, a proposal that would move opening day to the Saturday before Thanksgiving. What begins as a discussion about season structure quickly turns inward, as Mitchell openly shares how frustration, impatience, and strong opinions began to spill into other areas of his life. Through an unexpected moment of conviction while reading Proverbs 18, he reflects on the dangers of reacting before listening, speaking before understanding, and allowing passion to override wisdom.With a more measured and humble perspective, Mitchell then revisits the proposal itself, laying out thoughtful concerns around Thanksgiving traditions, deer camp culture, bear season impacts, rut timing, weather arguments, and student opportunity claims. Rather than ranting or assigning blame, he encourages respectful dialogue, personal responsibility, and constructive engagement with the Pennsylvania Game Commission. This episode is both a timely discussion on a hot-button hunting issue and a candid reminder that how we respond—to change, disagreement, and frustration—often matters more than the issue itself. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we examine the illogic behind TSA security rules and how performative regulation often substitutes for real safety, before turning to the economics of ticket scalping and why attempts to suppress secondary markets routinely backfire. We discuss proposals to cap credit card interest rates, including Donald Trump's suggested limit, and explore how price controls distort lending, restrict access to credit, and harm the very consumers they are meant to protect. The conversation connects these issues to broader misunderstandings about markets, incentives, and regulation, highlighting how political solutions driven by optics rather than economics tend to produce higher costs, reduced choice, and unintended consequences across everyday life. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:26 The Illogic of TSA Rules and Security Theater 03:19 What TSA Bans (and Allows) Makes No Sense 05:47 Why TSA Rules Persist Long After the Threat Is Gone 07:02 Missed Episode Fallout and “Are You Still Alive?” 09:02 Trouble Inside the Trump Administration 12:36 Foolishness of the Week: NFL Ticket Resale Crackdown 13:15 Are Season Tickets Really “Yours”? 15:29 Why Ticket Scalping Actually Adds Value 17:21 Risk, Resale, and the Free Market for Tickets 19:05 What Secondary Markets Reveal About True Prices 21:31 Trump's Proposal to Cap Credit Card Interest Rates 22:33 Does the President Even Have the Authority? 25:28 What a 10% Cap Would Do to the Credit Card Market 28:13 Credit Cards as Unsecured Loans and Risk Sharing 29:30 Why Banks Can't Lend at 10% to Everyone 31:59 Trump, Elizabeth Warren, and Left-Wing Economic Policy 33:32 Why People Feel Economic Pain Despite “Good” Data 34:45 COVID Policy, Inflation, and the Middle-Class Squeeze 37:22 Who Really Pays for Artificially Cheap Credit 38:46 Life Without Credit Cards and Financial Shock Absorbers 39:53 Saving, Self-Insurance, and Economic Reality 41:58 Government Intervention and Cascading Market Failures 42:48 Why a Credit Card Cap Would Make Things Worse 45:02 Final Thoughts and Closing Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Send us a textWith the redistricting proposal set to be talked about on 1/24 we sat down with Dan Greene (ADGA President) to talk about what the proposal is, how it will effect the membership if passed and what all is entailed.  Listen in to what has been setting the ADGA district pages ablaze as of late and find out why!ADGA's YouTube page We Have MERCH!

Gaius and Germanicus convene in winter Londinium to debate the American Emperor Trump's bold proposal to purchase Greenland from Denmark, framing this ambition not as mere resource acquisition but as a demonstration of imperial authority in the manner of ancient conquerors. Germanicus argues that NATO's opposition to the scheme reveals deep fractures within the alliance, fractures the Emperor exploits through tariffs and economic coercion to enforce obedience among vassal states. The strategic calculus centers on the "GIUK gap"—the naval chokepoint between Greenland, Iceland, and the United Kingdom—and the opening Arctic passages as polar ice recedes and Chineseambitions expand northward, circumstances they compare to World War II-era occupations designed to protect the Western Hemisphere from hostile powers. Germanicus posits that purchasing Greenland serves primarily as ritualistic display, for the Empire cannot presently risk actual war with major rivals like China or Russia, and must therefore project dominance through economic might and symbolic victories. The debaters conclude that while Denmark publicly resists, a face-saving "condominium arrangement" represents the most likely resolution, permitting the United States to maintain its status as dominant world power through the instruments of economic pressure and theatrical triumph rather than the spilling of legionary blood.1899 GREENLAND

In this episode of the Federal Help Center Podcast, Randie Ward breaks down the systems and documentation contractors must have in place before pursuing Department of Defense opportunities. She explains why PIE registration is mandatory for DOD work, how SPRS ties directly to your NIST self-assessment and CMMC requirements, and where contractors often get stuck trying to navigate these platforms. Randie also walks through what a strong capability statement should include—clear competencies, NAICS codes, differentiators, and past performance—so contracting officers can quickly understand who you are and why you belong on their short list. Key Takeaways PIE is non-negotiable for DOD work: You cannot submit proposals, invoice, or receive awards without being registered and set up properly. SPRS and NIST scores matter early: Your self-assessment score is required and directly impacts eligibility for DOD contracts. Your capability statement must do the work for you: Clear branding, competencies, NAICS codes, and past performance make it easy for agencies to find and trust you. If you want to learn more about the community and to join the webinars go to: https://federalhelpcenter.com/  Website: https://govcongiants.org/  Connect with Encore Funding: http://govcongiants.org/funding 

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Welcome to Episode 80 of 1 800 Drama where in this Reddit Stories r/ AITA and r/ 1800drama deep dive, we explore bad parenting and invasive questions as a disabled person, a very cringe baby shower where a sister interrupts her brother mid-proposal, and parents who keep too close an eye on their daughter's Life360… grab a cuppa and let's go fishing!

Braden is officially back, but this time as my fiancé.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Dinosaur Love: A Museum Proposal in Unexpected Moments Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-01-18-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Snefnuggene dalede stille ned over byen, mens Soren og Astrid trådte ind i det store Museum for Naturhistorie.En: The snowflakes drifted quietly down over the city as Soren and Astrid stepped into the large Museum of Natural History.Da: De var rejst hele vejen fra København til denne weekendtur, langt væk for at nyde tid sammen.En: They had traveled all the way from København for this weekend getaway, far away to enjoy time together.Da: Museet, med sine høje lofter og et væld af udstillinger, føltes som en portal til verdens tidligste mysterier.En: The museum, with its high ceilings and a wealth of exhibits, felt like a portal to the world's earliest mysteries.Da: Soren havde en hemmelig plan.En: Soren had a secret plan.Da: Han ville finde det perfekte øjeblik til at fri til Astrid.En: He wanted to find the perfect moment to propose to Astrid.Da: Han elskede at dele sin passion for historie og videnskab med hende, og det her museum føltes som det ideelle sted.En: He loved sharing his passion for history and science with her, and this museum felt like the ideal place.Da: Men i dag var museet fyldt med besøgende, alle ivrige efter at se de enorme dinosaurknogler og glitrende krystaller.En: But today, the museum was filled with visitors, all eager to see the enormous dinosaur bones and glittering crystals.Da: Astrid kastede henrykte blikke rundt i de forskellige udstillinger, men dybt inde mærkede hun en snert af usikkerhed.En: Astrid cast delighted glances around the various exhibits, but deep inside she felt a tinge of uncertainty.Da: Forholdet med Soren var vigtigt for hende, men hun ønskede klarhed over deres fremtid.En: Her relationship with Soren was important to her, but she desired clarity about their future.Da: Hendes sind var fyldt med spørgsmål, som truede med at fjerne hendes tilstedeværelse fra øjeblikket.En: Her mind was filled with questions, threatening to remove her presence from the moment.Da: Soren bemærkede folks summen og den konstante strøm af besøgende.En: Soren noticed the hum of people and the constant stream of visitors.Da: Det udfordrede ham, for det var næsten umuligt at finde et privat øjeblik.En: It challenged him, as it was nearly impossible to find a private moment.Da: Men tanken om at deltage i dinosaurudstillingen gav ham en idé.En: But the thought of joining the dinosaur exhibit gave him an idea.Da: Han førte Astrid hen mod den lidt roligere del af museet, hvor en majestætisk dinosaur stod.En: He led Astrid towards a slightly quieter part of the museum, where a majestic dinosaur stood.Da: De stoppede ved den store Tyrannosaurus Rex.En: They stopped by the large Tyrannosaurus Rex.Da: Astrid blev draget af dens styrke og historie.En: Astrid was drawn to its power and history.Da: Soren tog hendes hånd og trak vejret dybt.En: Soren took her hand and took a deep breath.Da: Han var lige ved at bukke ned på knæ, da en stemme over højtalerne brød den stille luft.En: He was just about to kneel when a voice over the loudspeaker broke the still air.Da: En speciel dinosaurbegivenhed blev annonceret, og mange mennesker skyndte sig hen til dem.En: A special dinosaur event was announced, and many people hurried over to them.Da: Pludselig var det rolige hjørne et mylder af forventningsfulde mennesker.En: Suddenly, the quiet corner became a flurry of expectant people.Da: Soren mødte Astrids øjne, og i det virvar af stemmer og bevægelser, samlede han sit mod.En: Soren met Astrid's eyes, and amidst the chaos of voices and movements, he gathered his courage.Da: "Astrid," begyndte han, hans stemme lys i al tumulten, "jeg elsker dig.En: "Astrid," he began, his voice bright in all the tumult, "I love you.Da: Mere end alt."En: More than anything."Da: Folk omkring dem standsede op et kort øjeblik, nogle smilende, nogle optagede af begivenheden.En: People around them paused for a brief moment, some smiling, some focused on the event.Da: "Vil du gifte dig med mig?"En: "Will you marry me?"Da: Astrids tvivl smuldrede væk, erstattet af en strålende glæde.En: Astrid's doubts crumbled away, replaced by radiant joy.Da: Hun lo, en lys og klar latter, som blandede sig med rummets lyde.En: She laughed, a light and clear laughter, blending with the sounds of the room.Da: "Ja, Soren!En: "Yes, Soren!Da: Selvfølgelig vil jeg det," svarede hun varmt.En: Of course, I will," she replied warmly.Da: Spontaniteten i øjeblikket skabte en uforglemmelig oplevelse for dem begge.En: The spontaneity of the moment created an unforgettable experience for them both.Da: Soren følte en lettelse og en dyb glæde.En: Soren felt a relief and a deep joy.Da: Han lærte at nogle af de bedste øjeblikke sker uplanlagt.En: He learned that some of the best moments happen unplanned.Da: Astrid indså, at når hun lod tvivlen flyve bort, fandt hun en dybere forbindelse og ny glæde i de små magiske øjeblikke med Soren.En: Astrid realized that when she let her doubts fly away, she found a deeper connection and new joy in the small magical moments with Soren.Da: Sammen vandrede de videre gennem museet, nu forlovet og fulde af håb for det, der venter forude.En: Together, they wandered further through the museum, now engaged and full of hope for what lies ahead.Da: Museet summede videre med liv, og deres kærlighed fandt på ny en stærk, fælles vej i dagene fremad.En: The museum buzzed on with life, and their love found anew a strong, shared path in the days to come. Vocabulary Words:drifted: daledegetaway: weekendturportal: portalmysteries: mysterierpropose: friexhibits: udstillingerglittering: glitrendecast: kastededelighted: henryktetinge: snertuncertainty: usikkerhedclarity: klarhedpresence: tilstedeværelsehum: summenconstant: konstantchallenged: udfordredemajestic: majestætiskdrawn: dragetevent: begivenhedflurry: mylderexpectant: forventningsfuldecourage: modtumult: tumultencrumble: smuldrederadiant: strålendespontaneity: spontanitetenunplanned: uplanlagtconnection: forbindelsewandered: vandredeengaged: forlovet

ELON MUSK AND THE GOLDEN DOME DEFENSE PROPOSAL Colleague Henry Sokolski. Sokolski evaluates Elon Musk's proposal to create a "Golden Dome" missile defense system for the US. While the concept involves space-based sensors, Sokolski notes concerns regarding monopoly power, the reliance on a single contractor for national security, and the undefined costs of ground-based interceptors. NUMBER 101953 captured Mig-15

DATA CENTERS STRAIN THE ELECTRICAL GRID Colleague Henry Sokolski. Henry Sokolski discusses the surging demand for electricity driven by AI data centers and the White House's proposal to auction power access. He argues that tech companies should finance their own off-grid generation, such as nuclear or gas, rather than forcing ratepayers to subsidize new transmission infrastructure. NUMBER 9February 1930

https://slasrpodcast.com/      SLASRPodcast@gmail.com  Welcome to episode 219 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast - our first episode of 2026. This week - Meghan and Paul from the Alzheimer's Association join us to highlight their kick off event for the 2026 48 Peaks Hike to Fight Alzheimers event. The kick off event is on February 7th at Spyglass Brewing in Nashua where Ty Gagne will share a live reading from the Lions of Winter and speak about how his fathers dementia diagnosis impacted his writing and family.  Plus, we are kicking off the new year with hiking reminders on safety, volunteering and spring and summer events. We will have updates on local NH outdoor related news, and some national news including a hiker killed by a mountain lion, black bear living in a crawl space in California and the homeowner is not able to remove it, Nick breaks down how the Adirondack and the Olympic range in Washington State used to be connected, plus recent hikes on Jefferson/Adams, Liberty/Flume, Moosilauke, Willey Tom, Field and Avalon and sledding down the cog. All this plus recent search and rescue news.   About This Weeks Guests 48 Peaks website Ty Gagne Event at Spyglass Brewing on Feb 7th (Scroll down for info and to register - free event) 48 Peaks Alzheimers Instagram   Topics Welcome Paul and Meghan from the 48 Peaks Alzheimer's Association Beginning of the year reminders NH is the healthiest state LED Lights are too damn bright Proposal to ban Chinese Drones Conway Scenic Railroad Drunk hiking  Olympic Snowboarder dies in an avalanche Mountain Lions and Black Bears Adirondack are really ancient mountains Slow Sleds Music Minute - Meatloaf Mountain Wanderer Beer Release party Recent Hikes Mike - Jefferson/Adams Traverse, Sledding down the Cog Railway Recent Hikes Nick - Mount Agassiz, Liberty/Flume, Moosilauke, Willey, Tom, Field, Avalon Welcome Meghan and Paul from the Alzhemier's Association - 48 Peaks kick off with Ty Gagne Recent SAR News   Show Notes Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews SLASR Merchandise SLASR LinkTree SLASR's BUYMEACOFFEE Hike safe Card Reminder  Order Hike Safe Card Mount Washington Road Race Lottery is opening up on Feb 10th Wilderness First Aid Classes - SOLO Trail Adoption AMC Trail Adopter Application Program Guidelines Trail Maintenance trips and groups to get involved NH ranked the healthiest state in the nation.  Raise your hand if LED headlights are blinding you.  Will drone ban impact SAR? But wait… The government pivots A really satisfying video of the Conway Scenic Railroad plowing tracks The Cog does the same Drunk hiker could be billed Olympic snowboarder dies is avalanche Hiker killed by Mtn. Lion on New Years day in California  Mountain lion in New York Another sighting in October Wolf in New York as well recent news California homeowner terrorized by squatting bear Stiga Racer  Mountain Wanderer Feathered Friend Release Party Two Massachusetts Men Rescued from Mount Lafayette - 12/12/25 Two Hikers Rescued on Mount Monadnock in Jaffrey - 12/19/25 Injured Hiker on Black Mountain - 1/2/26 Injured Hiker Rescued on North Pack Monadnock - 1/4/26 Sponsors, Friends  and Partners Wild Raven Endurance Coaching burgeonoutdoor.com 48 Peaks - Alzheimer's Association Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast Hiking Buddies  Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear Fieldstone Kombucha CS Instant Coffee The Mountain Wanderer 

Hour 1 for 1/16/26 Drew and Chris Temple cover the rising gold and silver prices (3:54). Topics: Fed Independence (12:39), BRICS (17:16), Crypto (19:02), should I sell silver? (22:11), and the gold standard (23:53). Then, Louis Brown discusses Trump's new healthcare proposal (31:22), Obamacare (43:33), and what employers might do (47:34). Links: https://www.nationalinvestor.com/ https://christmedicus.org/

This week on Another Pass, Sam and Case are joined by Red and Blue from Overly Sarcastic Productions to take another look at Iron Man 2. We dig into the film's place in the early MCU, its tangled ambitions, its missed opportunities, and why this sequel is more fascinating—and more frustrating—than its reputation suggests. Another Pass Full Episode Originally aired: January 16, 2026 Music by Vin Macri and Matt Brogan Podcast Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Certain Point Of View is a podcast network brining you all sorts of nerdy goodness! From Star Wars role playing, to Disney day dreaming, to video game love, we've got the show for you! Learn more on our website: https://www.certainpov.com Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/wcHHer4 PODCAST SHOWS: ▶ Another Pass - https://www.certainpov.com/another-pass-podcast Outline Introduction and Setting Context (00:00 - 01:17) Introduction to 'Another Pass' podcast focused on critically reviewing flawed but fascinating movies. Today's episode focal point: Iron Man 2 and its place in the MCU Phase One. Background on MCU Phase One Rewatch (01:17 - 04:52) Red and Blue's MCU Phase 1 rewatch journey, voice memo files evolution. Discussion on Iron Man 2 as early MCU and its general reception and reputation. Disney Acquisition and Character Edges (04:52 - 06:03) Discussion on Marvel's acquisition by Disney in 2009 and its effects on MCU's tone and character portrayals. Exploration of Justin Hammer as Marvel's first gay Disney character and the evolution of sexism depictions in MCU pre- and post-acquisition. Personal Experiences & Nostalgia (06:03 - 10:27) Case shares personal birthday tradition of watching MCU May releases. Sam shares background on favorite characters, preference for Thor, and experience with Iron Man 2 and Incredible Hulk. Phase One's Impact and Early MCU Experiences (10:27 - 21:23) Sam recounts childhood MCU viewing preferences and early impressions of Iron Man 2. Reflections on when movies were first realized to be potentially 'bad' (Last Airbender as example). Nature vs. Nurture and Character Mirrors (21:23 - 31:38) Deep dive into Tony Stark's foils: Ivan Vanko as brilliance corrupted, Justin Hammer as surface-level money-driven, Rhodey as worthy successor. Themes of legacy, performance personas, and characters as reflections of Tony Stark's facets. ️ SHIELD's Role and Clean Energy Themes (31:38 - 42:13) Discussion on SHIELD's abrupt narrative entry and Natasha Romanoff's character introduction. Iron Man's clean energy arc initially central but deprioritized post-Phase One. Tony Stark Character Study Continued (42:13 - 51:43) Tony's difficulty with vulnerability and communication, particularly in relationships with Pepper and Rhodey. His self-destructive tendencies and manipulation to protect legacy. Comparison with Captain America and Character Dynamics (51:43 - 01:01:44) Similarities and differences between Tony Stark and Steve Rogers in terms of personality, charisma, and heroism. Impact of paternal relationships on both characters. Film's Visuals and Action Choreography Appreciation (01:01:44 - 01:12:11) Praise for the visual effects and choreography, especially fight scenes involving Iron Man and War Machine. Influence of Genndy Tartakovsky's choreography on key fight scenes. Plot Fixes and Structural Critiques (01:12:11 - 01:22:37) Proposal to streamline Tony's palladium poisoning and father issues subplot for clarity and emotional impact. Suggestions to either cut or significantly expand Howard Stark's involvement for better narrative coherence. ️ Villain Dynamics and Plot Simplification Proposals (01:22:37 - 01:33:40) Pitch to kill off Ivan Vanko early to tighten story and increase stakes around spread of arc reactor tech. Hammer's role as comic relief vs. Vanko's as genuine threat. Relationship Between Hammer and Vanko (01:33:40 - 01:44:24) Exploration of Hammer as incompetent and Vanko as the motivated mastermind. Suggestions for portraying toxic partnership dynamic with comedic and dramatic potential. ‍‍ Refining Howard Stark's Role and SHIELD Integration (01:44:24 - 01:54:41) Proposal to reduce Howard Stark's screen time and make his role more subtle, focusing on inspirational content rather than explicit instructions. Advocation for earlier and smoother integration of SHIELD, especially Agent Coulson, to make narrative transitions more organic. ️ Iron Man Tech and Narrative Consequences (01:54:41 - 02:02:11) Discussion on technology leakage leading to arms race and justification for Tony's technological evolution (nanotech in later films). Observations on Iron Man's armor importance fading in MCU. Closing Remarks and Plugs (02:02:11 - 02:02:13) Appreciation for briefcase suit-up scene and early MCU practical effects. Final praise for Tony Stark's characterization as a serious fighter, contrast with later quip-heavy style.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Thursday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan covers escalating violence against ICE officers in Minneapolis, mounting legal trouble for Democratic lawmakers, high-stakes global deal-making by President Trump, and shifting power dynamics involving Iran, China, Greenland, Ukraine, Africa, and Venezuela. Another ICE Officer Attacked in Minneapolis: An ICE officer was hospitalized after being beaten with a shovel by an illegal Venezuelan migrant and accomplices during a traffic stop. The attack followed Governor Tim Walz's public calls for resistance against ICE. Riots broke out as the officer defended himself by firing a single shot. Both the officer and attacker are expected to survive. Democrats on Defense Over the Renee Good Shooting: New medical reporting confirms the ICE officer previously shot by activist Renee Good suffered internal bleeding after being struck by her vehicle. Despite video evidence and DHS confirmation, Democratic leaders remain silent. The family has hired the attorney who represented George Floyd, signaling a civil lawsuit ahead. Slotkin Investigated and FBI Moves on Media Leaks: Senator Elissa Slotkin is under criminal investigation related to the "Seditious Six" video urging troops to refuse lawful orders. Separately, the FBI raided the home of a Washington Post reporter after a Navy veteran contractor was caught leaking classified Venezuela-related intelligence. Supreme Court Skeptical of Trans-Sports Lawsuit: Justices signaled strong resistance to claims that biological males with gender dysphoria must be allowed to compete in women's sports. Attorneys failed to define what constitutes male or female under Title IX, suggesting state-level bans will likely stand. Trump Pressures Iran Through Back-Channel Diplomacy: The Pentagon evacuated some personnel from Middle East bases as Trump delayed strikes after receiving assurances that Iran would halt executions of protesters. Brazil and the UAE signaled they may curtail trade with Iran to avoid U.S.-imposed tariffs, while China remains silent. Xi Floats a Hemisphere-Level Grand Bargain: China is reportedly open to pulling back from Central and South America if the United States reduces its commitment to Taiwan. Bryan asks whether reclaiming the Western Hemisphere would be worth that trade-off. Greenland and Ukraine Become Linked Leverage Points: Trump signaled that U.S. support for Ukraine may depend on concessions from Europe over Greenland. Denmark pushed back, but Trump argued Venezuela proved America will act decisively where Europe cannot. Big Wins in Armenia, Congo, and Venezuela: The United States secured a forty-nine-year lease for a strategic trade corridor along Iran's border through Armenia, gained access to Congolese copper from a Chinese-run mine, and received its first five hundred million dollars from Venezuelan oil sales. New polling shows strong Venezuelan public support for Maduro's removal and optimism about Trump's leadership.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: January 15 2026 Wright Report, ICE officer attacked Minneapolis, Tim Walz resist ICE remarks, Renee Good internal injuries update, Elissa Slotkin investigation, classified leak Washington Post FBI, Supreme Court trans-sports Title IX, Iran executions Trump tariffs Brazil UAE, China Taiwan Central-America deal, Greenland leverage Ukraine war, Armenia trade corridor long-term lease, Congo copper Chinese-run mine, Venezuelan oil five-hundred-million dollars poll support

On this episode of Correct Opinions, we get into the great parking-spot debate, talk weird backstage moments (including getting yelled at), and unpack some classic chaos from the road.Get 40% off your entire order at http://Lolablankets.com by using code [CORRECTOPINIONS] atcheckout. Experience the world's #1 blanket with Lola Blankets.Own your health for $365 a year. That's a dollar a day. Learn more and join using my link.. Visit http://www.functionhealth.com/TREY or use gift code TREY25 for a $25 credit toward your membership.Join Thrive Market with my link http://ThriveMarket.com/CORRECTOPINIONS for 30% off your first order plus a FREE $60 gift!! Download Cash App Today: [https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/5zhgqoej] #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financialservices platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debitcards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions athttps://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Cash App Green, overdraft coverage, borrow, cashback offers and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visithttp://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.Join the patreon!http://patreon.com/treykennedyCHAPTERS:00:00:00 Intro00:07:41 The “Tebow group” call + special needs prom jokes00:08:23 I somehow become the spokesperson for anti-handicap spots00:09:53 Tesla scratch + Oklahoma State basketball trip planning00:19:56 Dakota Fanning, “I Am Sam,” and movie memory gaps00:22:29 The Oklahoma “paparazzi kid” + being on Ellen00:29:01 Jake Owen backstage story (and his social media crash-out)00:35:09 Security guard vibes + the DM about the “left behind” container00:39:02 Tour travel talk: the Sprinter van idea00:43:50 Correct Opinion: cooking with a toddler is more fun00:48:17 Proposal stories + surprise engagement strategy00:50:53 January 6th jokes (and what you can't say out loud)00:51:18 The pickleball group chat + flying to Shenzhen for paddles01:03:37 “Horse girl” energy and why it's a real archetype01:10:30 Wrap upSubscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL3ESPT9yf1T8x6L0P4d39w?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to Correct Opinions on Apple: http://bit.ly/COPodcast

Connor and Mike react to a NCAA proposal where players can potentially redshirt after 9 games instead of 4. Also, they discuss a potential compromise between the Big Ten and SEC.

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This might be where Ben's trauma of public proposals comes from… this Setting the Bar story! Source: https://metro.co.uk/2026/01/12/band-mortified-public-proposal-concert-brutally-rejected-26240089/

1/14/26 - A Pistons trade proposal, Detroit Rooting Index, Is the Seahawks playoff ticket policy fair or foul? Dating dealbreakers

Sam Quinn of CBS Sports suggests the Pistons making a big trade for Nets F Michael Porter, Jr.

6:00 HOUR: A Pistons trade proposal, Detroit Rooting Index

As we've been reporting the proposal to put the Upper Great Highway back on the ballots of San Franciscans has failed. For more, KCBS's Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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Tell Me Something Good is now its own podcast. Your daily dose of positive, uplifting news! A couple has gone viral for their proposal that’s straight out of a fairy tale. How a 26-year-old filmmaker surprised his girlfriend with their favorite movie! We also got an update on when the BobbyCast is coming to Netflix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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AHHH! Today I am sitting down with my fiance, Zak, to tell the story of our engagement! We talk about how we first met, started dating, ring shopping, and the actual day of our proposal/engagement party! We got engaged on Saturday, January 10, 2026 and the timeline of the day was...Proposal in the morningBrunch with FamilyDrive down to PhillyEngagement Party with friends & family in PhillyOur next episode will be a Q&A so follow my Instagram and watch my stories to ask any questions you want answered in next week's episode! My Tik Tok also has tons of engagement content if you want to see some BTS moments!I love you guys! AH!!!Follow Tori:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toristerling_/?hl=en Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@toridesimone_?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvREnrrKuHFePQ4W6UTcgnA Newsletter: https://xotori.beehiiv.com/ 

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In this episode of the Federal Help Center Podcast, Zach Golden pulls back the curtain on how proposal reviews actually work when using AI—and why most contractors misunderstand its role. Walking through a real proposal review using a purpose-built proposal manager, Zach explains how outlines, compliance matrices, and structured drafts prevent critical gaps that generic AI tools often miss. He breaks down the difference between raw AI models and trained proposal agents, why feeding AI winning proposals matters, and how relying on basic tools like ChatGPT alone can create a false sense of confidence. This episode is a must-listen for contractors using AI in proposals who want real compliance—not surface-level feedback. Key Takeaways AI is only as effective as what it's trained on: Generic models don't understand winning proposals unless taught with real examples. Compliance gaps kill proposals silently: Missing forms, vague past performance, and unverified requirements often end bids before pricing. Proposal tools beat raw AI: Structured proposal managers outperform standalone AI by enforcing compliance and evaluation logic. If you want to learn more about the community and to join the webinars go to: https://federalhelpcenter.com/  Website: https://govcongiants.org/  Connect with Encore Funding: http://govcongiants.org/funding 

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Braden is officially back, but this time as my fiancé.

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In this episode of the Federal Help Center Podcast, Zach Golden breaks down one of the most painful losses contractors can experience—a technical loss. Using a real $29M janitorial proposal as a case study, Zach explains how proposals fail not because of price, but because they miss small, easily overlooked requirements buried in the scope. He walks through how a single missing detail—documentation of staff training—prevented pricing from even being evaluated, despite weeks of preparation. This episode dives deep into the difference between checklist-style responses and truly tailored solutions, why janitorial and service contracts are more complex than most people realize, and how contractors can avoid repeating costly technical mistakes that never give them a chance to compete. Key Takeaways Technical losses are avoidable—but brutal: If you miss one requirement, your price may never be evaluated. Checklists don't win contracts: Simply restating the scope doesn't demonstrate understanding or execution. Details buried in the PWS matter: Documentation, tracking, and "how" you manage requirements can make or break a proposal. If you want to learn more about the community and to join the webinars go to: https://federalhelpcenter.com/  Website: https://govcongiants.org/  Connect with Encore Funding: https://www.encore-funding.com/

Conas taoi? How are ye? Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales podcast, where we tell Irish myths set to original music. In this episode, we're starting on a seven-part mini-arc of one of the great love stories of Irish mythology: The Pursuit of Diarmuid and Gráinne. We had a long conversation about how to contextualise this story within the Fianna Saga that we've been working on - that's going to be up on Patreon along with all our post-show chats and reflections! Artwork for this arc is provided by the incredible Maria Magee, fine artist and, incidentally, mother of Aron and Sorcha! You can find more of her work on instagram @mariamagee.ie Please note the content of these stories may be triggering for some listeners, please take care of yourself as you listen. This story contains mentions of manipulation, ageing, and arranged marriages. This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ Find details of our upcoming shows here: https://candlelittales.ie/performances/ You can pre-order our book Celtic Mythology now! Ireland: https://www.easons.com/celtic-mythology-sorcha-hegarty-9781507223888 US: https://bookshop.org/lists/our-books-candlelit-tales UK: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/our-books-candlelit-tales

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: WALTER CURT INTERVIEW: Independent investigative journalist details Somali fraud investigations in Ohio, including Jubba Jubba Daycare and Somali Education Resource Center profiting from government programs. MINNESOTA FRAUD HEARING: House Oversight Committee clashes over Somali community's role in welfare fraud, with Republicans highlighting statistics and Democrats pushing back on generalizations. DC TRAFFIC CAMERAS: Department of Transportation proposes banning automated traffic cameras in D.C., potentially costing millions in revenue but celebrated by drivers, amid pushback from city officials. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, January 8, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, I'm taking you all the way back to the beginning — the proposal. I'm sharing how it happened, what was going through my head, the feelings that came after, and the emotional rollercoaster of realizing… I'm actually someone's fiancée. We'll talk about what surprised me, the early expectations I had vs the reality, and what it's really like balancing normal life while stepping into wedding planning mode.Whether you're engaged, hope to be one day, or just love a good love story, this episode is meant to remind you that it's totally normal to feel both excited and overwhelmed at the same time. You can be over-the-moon and still processing a huge life transition — both can exist.

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