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Hank discusses the latest news about the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, including PIF's offer to invest $1.5 billion in the PGA Tour Enterprises company. Hank believes that the PGA Tour is feeling confident after rejecting the offer, but thinks LIV Golf will continue to operate as a worldwide tour. Hank also talks about the potential for LIV Golf to reload with new players and become a more global entity.

Welcome to another episode of the Media Boat Podcast. We start with Billy Joel cancelling several stadium concerts after undergoing surgery. Next, Niantic is being sold to Scopely, which is owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. Later, casting news on the upcoming Harry Potter series, Daniel Radcliffe in a new NBC comedy, and Jeff Daniels joins Harrison Ford on Shrinking. We wrap it all up with Spinal Tap 2 hitting theaters this year. We also have thoughts on Lady Gaga and Paradise. All this and more on this weeks episode of the Media Boat Podcast.

Catherine, David and Matt are back to discuss the best of the action so far in Indian Wells. Part one - ATP Results. Matt Futterman checks in from on site at Indian Wells to set the scene and we get some insight from Paul Haarhuis on the marvel that is Botic van de Zandschulp after his victory over Novak Djokovic. We also chat about what that defeat might mean for Djokovic, the iconic return of Lance Davis, the court surface dividing opinion, yet another defeat for Alexander Zverev, a nice win for Jack Draper over Joao Fonseca, and the fun run of Yosuke Watanuki. Part two (from 36mins) - WTA Results. We talk about how Iga Swiatek is barely dropping games, the bottom half Last 16 is stacked with great matches, Coco Gauff is winning ugly again, Naomi Osaka playing ‘the worst match of her life', and a clash between the two best backhands in the world. Part three (from 49m14s) - News. The WTA announces a new maternity fund, but at what cost as its paid for by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund? And we pay tribute to Australian great Fred Stolle who died last week at the age of 86. Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts, including Tennis Re-Lived episodes, Grand Slam Review Shows, and monthly Live Shows on YouTube. Friends also get access to The Barge, Hannah's Column, and an ad-free listening experience to all episodes of The Tennis Podcast. Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, predictions, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our YouTube channel.Check out our Shop - We have recently launched a range of caps! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Description:In this weekend edition of the Smashi Business Show, Abdul Majid Awan breaks down three major business stories. We dive into the fallout between PwC and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, the race to build a record-breaking 2km megatall tower in Riyadh, and Qatar Airways' decision to slow its rapid expansion after one final big aircraft order.Stay tuned for the latest insights and don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media.Newsletter: https://aug.us/4fZIDusWhatsApp: https://aug.us/40FdYLUInstagram: https://aug.us/4ihltzQSmashi Business Show (Mon-Friday): https://aug.us/3BTU2MY

Hank Haney discusses the latest developments in golf, including the PGA Tour's potential merger with the Public Investment Fund and LIV Golf. He expresses his opinion that the game of golf is not in a good place due to the lack of a dominant player and the watered-down broadcasts.

Matt Adams reacts to the news that PGA Tour Enterprises & Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is right on the verge of finally making a deal that would end the "feud" between PGA Tour and LIV Golf. We also preview the Genesis Invitational, which was moved to Torrey Pines after the fires in California.

Tesla, and its CEO Elon Musk, are the big names in electric vehicles, but a lot of competitors are nipping at their heels, including one led by a former top Tesla engineer. Peter Rawlinson is the CEO of Lucid, a billion-dollar auto startup he says has better technology than its rivals. The company recently completed a $1.75 billion stock offering, and has backing from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. Now, as major automakers such as Volkswagen, General Motors and Ford pull back on their EV ambitions, find out why Rawlinson says Lucid's all-in on luxury vehicles with a high price tag and, eventually, smaller batteries. Plus, why he says he won't be building a $20,000 EV any time soon. He speaks to WSJ's Tim Higgins and Christopher Mims in episode one of our interview series Bold Names. Let us know what you think of the show. Email us at BoldNames@wsj.com Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter.  Further Reading The Withering Dream of a Cheap American Electric Car Elon Musk Plays a Familiar Song: Robot Cars Are Coming  Ultralong-Range Electric Cars Are Arriving. Say Goodbye to Charging Stops.  Used EVs Sell for Bargain Prices Now, Putting Owners and Dealers in a Bind  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday, February 6th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Gunmen shot and killed pastor during Sunday church service Gunmen, affiliated with a cult group targeting Christian communities, shot and killed a 54-year-old pastor in Nigeria, Africa on January 19th. Pastor Yomi Adetula was at a Sunday morning service when he died. A local leader told International Christian Concern, “Adetula was a man of God who dedicated himself to serving the community. We face challenges from groups that oppose spiritual efforts, and we must advocate for greater awareness and collective action to protect the rights of Christians to worship freely.” Nigeria is ranked seventh on the Open Doors' World Watch List of nations where it is most dangerous to be a Christian.  Psalm 116:15 says, “Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints.” Kyrgyzstan further restricts religious liberty A law went into effect this month in Kyrgyzstan that further restricts religious freedom in the central Asian country.  The new religion law bans unregistered churches as well as sharing one's faith in public. A Protestant leader told the human rights group Forum 18, “The new law does not make anything better or easier for us to practice our faith, but makes it more difficult. I have stopped believing in any improvements in the laws or in the attitude of the government towards us Christians.” Argentina withdraws from World Health Organization Argentina announced yesterday it is pulling out of the World Health Organization. Through a spokesman, President Javier Milei said, “We Argentinians will not allow an international organization to intervene in our sovereignty, much less in our health.” The move follows U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to leave the World Health Organization last month. Both countries accused the organization of mishandling health issues like the COVID-19 pandemic.  Pam Bondi confirmed as U.S. Attorney General The U.S. Senate confirmed Pam Bondi as the next U.S. Attorney General. Trump's pick passed with a vote of 54-46 along party lines. Only Democrat Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania voted with the Republicans.  Bondi previously served as Florida's Attorney General. During her confirmation hearings, Bondi called out the Biden administration for targeting Catholics, concerned parents, and pro-lifers. BONDI: “Going after parents at a school board meeting has got to stop. For practicing your religion, sending informants into Catholic churches must stop!” Trump's Executive Order: “Keeping Men out of Women's Sports” President Donald Trump signed an executive order yesterday entitled, “Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports.” As the title suggests, the order protects women from having to compete against men, pretending to be women, in sports at schools and colleges. The order coincided with National Girls and Women in Sports Day. U.S. Republican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina said, “This executive order restores fairness, upholds Title IX's original intent, and defends the rights of female athletes who have worked their whole lives to compete at the highest levels.” Trump created a government-run sovereign wealth fund On Monday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to create a government-run sovereign wealth fund. The U.S. would join other countries around the world with such an investment vehicle owned by the government.  Prominent examples include Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, the China Investment Corporation, and Norway's Government Pension Fund. Trump suggested a U.S. sovereign wealth fund could be used to buy the social media platform TikTok. CeCe Winans wins two Grammys And finally, CeCe Winans, a Christian singer, received two more Grammy awards over the weekend. She won “Best Gospel Album” and “Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song,” bringing her number of Grammys to 17. Winans is known for her song “Goodness of God.” “And all my life You have been so, so good With every breath that I am able Oh, I will sing of the goodness of God "I love Your voice You have led me through the fire In darkest night You are close like no other I've known You as a Father I've known You as a Friend And I have lived in the goodness of God, yeah “ 'Cause all my life You have been faithful, oh yes You have And all my life You have been so, so good With every breath that I am able Oh, I will sing of the goodness of God” Winans said, “Winning a Grammy is always an incredible honor, but to be recognized for music that uplifts and inspires makes it even more special. I'm beyond grateful to God, my team, and the amazing supporters who continue to believe in the music and the message.” Colossians 3:16 says, “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, February 6th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Hello and welcome to The Everything is Black and White Podcast. Andrew Musgrove is joined by Reach PLC FootbalL Finance Expert, Dave Powell, to discuss all things Newcastle United. While the last few windows - including this current one - have been a bit quiet, Dave shares his insight into the numbers and why he thinks the summer could be very exciting for Newcastle United. There's praise for NUFC's owners for being careful with the spend with the intention of avoiding any penalties but also then being allowed to spend in the summer of 2025. You'll not want to miss this! Here's your NORD VPN LINK: https://nordvpn.com/toon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The marriage between Saudi Arabia and the United States is on the rocks, to say the very least. The Petrodollar arrangement is an integral part of keeping the US Dollar relevant internationally as it set the rules for conducting oil trade in only America's currency, but those days may be coming to an end sooner than most people anticipated. As the Saudis look to diversify away from only being known as the world's gas station, they are using their sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund, to finance Vision 2030 which seeks to transform the Kingdom into the heart of the Arab and Islamic world and a global investment powerhouse. Will the Saudis be able to untangle themselves from their half-century relationship with the Americans in order to jump into bed with the Chinese, or will Mohammed bin Salman pivot to his vision for 2030 where the United States has a diminished role? The Octopus of Global Control Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3xu0rMm Website: www.Macroaggressions.io Sponsors: Chemical Free Body: https://www.chemicalfreebody.com Promo Code: MACRO C60 Purple Power: https://c60purplepower.com/ Promo Code: MACRO Wise Wolf Gold & Silver: www.Macroaggressions.gold LegalShield: www.DontGetPushedAround.com EMP Shield: www.EMPShield.com Promo Code: MACRO Christian Yordanov's Health Transformation Program: www.LiveLongerFormula.com Privacy Academy: https://privacyacademy.com/step/privacy-action-plan-checkout-2/?ref=5620 Brain Supreme: www.BrainSupreme.co Promo Code: MACRO Above Phone: http://abovephone.com/?above=macro Promo Code: MACRO Katie the Nurse's Book: “Soiled Linens & Loved Ones” https://t.ly/kW7um Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/macroaggressionspodcast

Hank discusses the latest news on the PGA Tour and LIV talks. He believes that the Public Investment Fund is talking to the DP World Tour about a potential partnership, which could be beneficial for both parties. The European Tour has been hurt by the departure of several top players who joined LIV, but their return may help boost the tour's popularity.

From the BBC World Service: More than 1,900 people in the UK are taking legal action against the manufacturer of Johnson's baby powder, claiming repeated use caused their cancers. Saudi Arabia’s multi-billion dollar Public Investment Fund — which is behind big projects in real estate, soccer and golf — is under fire for being used to bankroll vanity projects linked to human rights abuses. And a Russian software company has invited a seven-year-old coding prodigy to join its management team, when he’s old enough to take up paid employment.

From the BBC World Service: More than 1,900 people in the UK are taking legal action against the manufacturer of Johnson's baby powder, claiming repeated use caused their cancers. Saudi Arabia’s multi-billion dollar Public Investment Fund — which is behind big projects in real estate, soccer and golf — is under fire for being used to bankroll vanity projects linked to human rights abuses. And a Russian software company has invited a seven-year-old coding prodigy to join its management team, when he’s old enough to take up paid employment.

Tesla, and its CEO Elon Musk, are the big names in electric vehicles, but a lot of competitors are nipping at their heels, including one led by a former top Tesla engineer. Peter Rawlinson is the CEO of Lucid, a billion-dollar auto startup he says has better technology than its rivals. The company recently completed a $1.75 billion stock offering, and has backing from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. Now, as major automakers such as Volkswagen, General Motors and Ford pull back on their EV ambitions, find out why Rawlinson says Lucid's all-in on luxury vehicles with a high price tag and, eventually, smaller batteries. Plus, why he says he won't be building a $20,000 EV any time soon. He speaks to WSJ's Tim Higgins and Christopher Mims in episode one of our interview series Bold Names.   Further Reading Why Elon Musk's Robotaxi Dreams Are Premature  Elon Musk Plays a Familiar Song: Robot Cars Are Coming  Ultralong-Range Electric Cars Are Arriving. Say Goodbye to Charging Stops.  Used EVs Sell for Bargain Prices Now, Putting Owners and Dealers in a Bind  Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members.  We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with audience members.  You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.comYour Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash ShravahStories covered on this session include -Germany has officially abolished the requirement for domestic hotel guests to fill in a registration form after lobbying from VDR - The German Business Travel Association.Maria Weber reports about the increases the French government is proposing on air departure taxes, in some cases by as much as +433%.Serko Ltd. is acquiring GetThere from Sabre Corporation.SAP Concur now offers Ryanair content via the latest Concur Travel platform.Chauffeur service provider Blacklane secures €60m in investments from TASARU Mobility Investments, which is owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.British Airways will be terminating some TMC's selected private channel agreements by the end of the year, resulting in some corporate buyers then being subject to their Distribution Technology Charge.Till Streichert, CFO at Lufthansa Group releases their quarterly results and talks more about the turnaround project for Lufthansa.Traveltek Ltd. is acquired by Juniper Group.Good Travel Management (GTM) and CT Travel Group Ltd (CTTG) have joined forces to establish a new £85m turnover travel group. Extra StoriesYou can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on Apple Podcast, Spotify, iHeart, Pandora, Alexa or your favorite podcast player.This podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

Hello and welcome to The Everything is Black and White Podcast. Andrew Musgrove is back with a quick fire episode. Our host brings you the latest news regarding St James' Park including the verdict from the leader of Newcastle City Council. There's also a look at the deal between Atletico Madrid and Riyadh Air - a company owned by the PIF - and what it might mean for United in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vår mesta bästa gäst, författaren Sara Bergmark Elfgren, är tillbaka i podden! Vi pratar om hennes nya spänningsroman Ö, operan Herr Arnes Penningar och udda skräck! Ständigt aktuella författaren Sara Bergmark Elfgren är tillbaka som gäst! Vi pratar med henne om Selma Lagerlöf-operan Herr Arnes Penningar på Folkoperan i Stockholm, som hon skrivit libretto till, och om hennes nya spänningsroman Ö. Sara har givetvis också många udda skräcktips! Vidare blir det ett sedvanligt nyhetssvep. Vi diskuterar bland annat att det ryktas om att Saudiarabiens statliga investeringsfond Public Investment Fund ska köpa mer andelar i Nintendo, att Tencent eventuellt köper ut investerare i Ubisoft för att göra bolaget privatägt, att Red Dead Redemption från 2010 äntligen kommer till PC, att en undersökning visar att majoriteten av gamers föredrar singleplayerspel, att det inte blir en andra säsong av Netflix Kaos, att Mats Strandbergs roman Färjan blir tv-serie på SVT, att det kommer en tredje En prinsessas dagbok-film och att Oscarvinnaren Daniel Day-Lewis gör comeback på vita duken. Det blir en lite annorlunda Koreakoll denna vecka då Tove tipsar om en matlagningsgameshow på Netflix: Culinary Class Wars. Tove har ytterligare ett udda tips med BBC-radioteatern The Lovecraft Investigations: The Case of Charles Dexter Ward. Niklas har å sin sida sett actionkomedin Marmalade med Joe Keery från Stranger Things. Tack & Förlåt, Puss Hej!

On this episode of Market Mondays, we dive into key market developments and global economic shifts:- **The Dow's Record Highs & Struggles**: We analyze the factors behind the Dow's recent record highs and its subsequent struggle. What should investors expect next as market conditions fluctuate?- **Crude Oil Prices Surge**: U.S. crude oil prices jumped 3% after Libya's production halt and the Israel-Hezbollah attacks. How are these geopolitical events impacting the energy market, and what could be the long-term effects?- **Today's Most Active Stocks**: We take a closer look at Boeing, Nvidia, PDD, Super Micro, XPeng, and SolarEdge, and discuss which stocks analysts believe have the potential to move higher.- **Wingstop's Rapid Growth**: Wingstop is outpacing its fast-food competitors. What innovations and strategies are driving its success, and can it maintain this momentum?- **Fed Rate Cut Concerns**: Fed Chair Jerome Powell raised concerns about the timing of potential rate cuts. What are the implications if the Fed waits too long, and how could it impact the economy?- **Nvidia's Earnings & Market Hedge**: With Nvidia's earnings approaching, Bank of America is offering a market hedge. What risks are associated with Nvidia's upcoming earnings, and how might this hedge strategy play out?- **Lessons from InvestFest**: We share the biggest lessons learned from InvestFest and how individual investors can apply these insights to improve their strategies.- **Canada's Tariff on Chinese EVs**: Canada has imposed a 100% tariff on imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles, following the U.S.'s lead. What are the implications for the auto industry and international trade?- **Chipotle's Stock Decline**: After a recent decline in Chipotle's stock, we explore whether it has fallen enough to present a buying opportunity. What should investors consider before jumping in?- **Public Investment Fund's Strategy**: The Public Investment Fund (PIF) has invested heavily in companies like Lucid and Uber. We explore the driving forces behind this investment strategy and what PIF sees in the future of these companies.#MarketMondays #Investing #StockMarket #DowJones #CrudeOil #EnergyMarket #Nvidia #Wingstop #FederalReserve #InterestRates #InvestFest #CanadaTariffs #ElectricVehicles #Chipotle #PublicInvestmentFund #Lucid #Uber #GlobalEconomySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marketmondays/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

-We mentioned the other day that Trevor Reilly resigned from Colorado---a quality control assistant who was in charge of special teams. Per Sports Illustrated yesterday, a big part of the reason why is that he went to Saudi Arabia to meet with the Public Investment Fund—the same group financing LIV Golf-Imagine if you heard that Matt Davison and company from 1890 were involved with the Saudis!Show sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This show is presented by Wendy's!   You've had Wendy's Nuggs dipped in sauce. But have you had them covered in sauce?Wendy's New Saucy Nuggs take the Crispy and Spicy Nuggs you love and turn them up to 11.Choose between flavors like Buffalo. Honey BBQ. Garlic Parm. Or, if you're a real heat seeker,try Spicy Ghost Pepper, only on Wendy's signature Spicy Nuggs. We dare you. We're one day away from actual football, and the news is flying like crazy. Miami (Ohio) coach Chuck Martin accused Alabama of illegally recruiting Redhawks kicker, saying the Crimson Tide “stole” Graham Nicholson in the spring transfer portal window. Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz explained why he's suspended for the Hawkeyes' season opener against Illinois State. A former Colorado assistant detailed how he went to Saudi Arabia to seek money from the nation's Public Investment Fund — the entity that funds the LIV Tour in golf — to seek NIL donations. It didn't work, and the assistant resigned earlier this month. Later, Senior Bowl executive director Jim Nagy joins Andy to discuss the sheer depth of talent in college football this season. Because of the COVID year and NIL, more players have stayed in school longer. That has created a surplus of NFL-quality players. Nagy turns his scout's eye on: Penn State QB Drew Allar Georgia WR Dillon Bell Florida State DT Darrell Jackson Jr. And more… Want to watch the show instead? Join us on YouTube, LIVE, M-F, at 8 am et! https://youtube.com/live/dHbcaIqFivsHost: Andy StaplesGuest: Jim NagyProducer: River Bailey

China's flagship fund to buy up unsold housing is off to a limp start, and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is to prioritise domestic spending. Plus, a growing number of Americans are suffering from tip fatigue. Mentioned in this podcast:China's landmark property rescue plan limps off the starting line The US tipping system is teeteringSaudi wealth fund brings era of easy money to an endThe FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Monica Lopez. Topher Forhecz is the FT's executive producer. The FT's global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode #20 (!) of The TWENTY30 Podcast, hosts Hanaa and Lucien catch up on all the feedback they've gotten over the past week, which included a flood of positive comments on Fatima Batook's episode (#19). Then the hosts get to Lucien's DEEPDIVE segment, which is an overview and analysis of all of the stadiums that Saudi Arabia is building now as the Kingdom rolls up its sleeves and begins preparation for both The 2027 AFC Asian Cup (the 19th edition of the AFC Asian Cup) and, of course, the FIFA World Cup in 2034. The DEEPDIVE was prompted by the announcement of the Kingdom's newest planned stadium at New Murabba, which is inspired by the native acacia tree in Saudi Arabia and is truly a unique and amazing design for the capital city's new district, owned by the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia.  Lucien makes the point that, these days, stadiums must offer much more than just a venue for sports, as that business model has proven to be weaker to more expensive stadium builds that offer revenue-generating opportunities for events when teams aren't playing. The hosts then get to the news. In the News this week: •The groundbreaking strategic cooperation between Riyadh Air and Delta Airlines, highlighting the potential benefits for travelers and the aviation sector. •The U.S.-Saudi framework agreement for space collaboration •Goldman Sachs' forecast on peak oil demand and its implications for Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 •The burgeoning movie theater industry in Saudi Arabia, with a focus on IMAX's expansion and the evolving cinema culture *** Subscribe for free wherever you get your podcasts:   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0uuKNWrgbQPMBIx3XY6YGU   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-twenty30/id1742574206   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetwenty30   Get episodes and exclusive content delivered to your email inbox free: https://twenty30.beehiiv.com/   You can also email the show's hosts with their first names ("Lucien" @TheTWENTY30.com) or ("Hanaa" @thetwenty30.com) or email "Hosts" @ TheTwenty30.com.   The TWENTY30 Podcast is a production of The TWENTY30 Media Group, LLC.    ***   About The TWENTY30 Podcast New futuristic cities built from scratch. Giga-projects. Major sports investments. Trillions in spending. An economy and society changing so quickly even locals sometimes can't believe their eyes. Saudi Arabia is on a mission to change itself from a conservative society with an oil-dominated economy to a modern and open society with a diversified economy - and to become a global tourism destination. Such a transformation has never before been attempted, and the stakes for the Middle East - and the world - are high. The TWENTY30 is a new media network and podcast that explores the seemingly endless dimensions of the social and economic transformations in Saudi Arabia, which few living outside the Kingdom can truly grasp. From the creator and co-host of The 966 Podcast comes a new platform that tackles the news, issues, challenges, and opportunities in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East region as it continues forward in a full-throttle effort to remake itself while the world watches. Featuring exclusive interviews, frank conversations, and in-depth topic exploration, The TWENTY30 is the first bi-weekly English program of its kind dedicated to uncovering and highlighting the road ahead for Saudi Arabia and the region and why it matters.   ©The TWENTY30. All rights reserved. 

As prize money gaps between men and women begin to close in many sports, in golf, the pay disparity is still very large. Nelly Korda, winner of five consecutive tournaments, earned less than Scottie Scheffler, who won four. And although current and former players like Korda and Mel Reid have made strides in the game, there's a significant difference in the prize money they receive.A lot of the disparity has been linked to the level of investment in the game. The men's game has seen major cash injections, such as the $2 billion from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund into LIV Golf. Sam Fenwick explores what could boost investment in the women's game and asks current player Mel Reid and former player, Nancy Lopez, how the game can attract more funding and TV time.(Picture: A montage of Nelly Korda and Scottie Scheffler, swinging their golf clubs, against a background of a green. Credit: PA/USA Today Sports/BBC)Presented and produced by Sam Fenwick

Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, is gearing up to build the world's largest supercomputer in Memphis, Tennessee. This ambitious project, set to transform a former Electrolux facility, promises to be the biggest investment in the city's history. With potential tax incentives on the table, xAI aims to have the supercomputer operational by next fall, powering its AI chatbot, Grok. The announcement follows a successful $6 billion funding round, drawing top investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. Local officials, including Memphis Mayor Paul Young, are enthusiastic, highlighting the city's readiness for such a transformative initiative. Pending approvals, this project is poised to put Memphis at the forefront of AI technology, potentially rivaling existing supercomputing giants like Oak Ridge's Frontier.

In this episode of “All Roads Lead to Saudi” we explore the remarkable journey of Ali Abdelaziz, from his roots in Cairo to becoming the biggest manager in the UFC, representing stars like Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makachev, Kamaru Usman and Henry Cejudo. As a co-founder of the Professional Fighters League (PFL), Abdelaziz discusses its growth, underscored by an investment of $100m from the Public Investment Fund. Ali shares his insights on raising a religious family, the dominance of Muslim fighters in MMA, and his relationships with legends like Mike Tyson and Dana White. He also discusses the potential mega-fight between Islam Makachev and Conor McGregor, the rise of Middle Eastern champions, and the cultural impact of Saudi leadership on youth and sports.  Follow us on:X : https://twitter.com/MicsPodInstagram : https://www.instagram.com/micspodFacebook : https://www.facebook.com/MicspodofficLinkedInn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/micspodTikTok : https://vm.tiktok.com/Micspodoffic

The show opens with The TWENTY30 co-hosts, Hanaa and Lucien, catching up and discussing the recently-concluded Eid holiday and traditions around it in Saudi Arabia, including a surprising one surrounding cash gifts that stirs Hanaa's memories of being a child in Saudi Arabia and piques Lucien's interest.    Then the hosts jump into the show's DEEPDIVE segment, highlighting a top storyline or topic that people are talking about. Lucien and Hanaa will use the DEEPDIVE segment each episode to allow for an exploration and discussion of the topic, sharing thoughts and research to paint a fuller picture for listeners and viewers. This week the hosts discuss a recent report in the New York Times discussing Saudi Arabia's ambitions for AI, including for the Kingdom to become one of the largest AI investors in the world through a newly reported $40 billion through the Kingdom's Public Investment Fund, which reportedly has discussed a potential partnership with Andreessen Horowitz, one of Silicon Valley's top venture capital firms. The move would potentially thrust Saudi Arabia into a leading position globally in AI but also comes with risks.    After that discussion, The TWENTY30 welcomes onto its MAINSTAGE segment Ghada AlMuhanna, a Saudi media and visual anthropologist and cultural and media advisor who many will recognize through her work on social media through popular accounts discussing Saudi history and historical photographs and images. Ghada joins Hanaa from The TWENTY30 to introduce her monthly segment on Saudi Arabia's history and culture, which will be called The 1727, and why she focuses on visual history of the Arabian peninsula.    The hosts round out the episode first with a discussion of some of the latest NEWS on Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region and lastly with Hanaa teaching Lucien an Arabic word for the day.    Like The TWENTY30? In just a few seconds, you can really help the show's creators out. Please subscribe to the podcast, and if you can spare a minute, leave a review. Thank you!   You can also email the show's hosts with their first names @TheTWENTY30.com or email Hosts |at| TheTwenty30.com.   The TWENTY30 Podcast is a production of The TWENTY30 Media Group, LLC.    ©The TWENTY30. All rights reserved. 

Former ‘SportsCenter' anchors Trey Wingo and Kevin Frazier recently launched a new show that asks the big ‘what if' questions from sports history. Billed as a ‘leap into the multiverse,' their podcast ‘Alternate Routes' is the latest example of talent leaping from legacy media brands into the great unknown of the always-on, streaming future. Wingo and Frazier join the show to tell us why now was the right time to make the move. Plus, through its Public Investment Fund, Saudi Arabia has presented a $2 billion proposal to unite the ATP and WTA. We asked women's world No. 5 player Jessica Pegula whether this is a good idea.

FOLLOW UP: LUCID RAISES $1B FROM SAUDI ARABIATHe luxury EV maker, Lucid, has received a further $1 billion in investment, from the Saudi Arabian sovereign fund, Public Investment Fund. They also increased the number of vehicles they expect to produce in 2024 compared to 2023, still only 9,000 cars though. If you wish to learn more, click this link to a Reuters article. FOLLOW UP: CANOO BUYS UP ARRIVAL EQUIPMENTThe bones of Arrival are being picked over as the administration team try to recoup as much money as possible by selling the assets off. Canoo has swooped in and bought a lot of equipment at bargain prices. Click this electrive article link to read more. JLR NAME THREE BRAND DIRECTORSJLR has named three new directors to head up the brands in the UK. Alan Nicholson takes the helm of Range Rover. Leonie Raistrick will be in charge of Defender and Discovery. Whilst Santino Pietrosanti will be brand director of Jaguar. Don't forget to click this link, from AMOnline, to see even the directors are having to follow the dress code. FCA QUESTIONS INSURANCE WRITE-OFF VALUATIONSThe Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has expressed its concern that insurers are not correctly valuing vehicles that have been written off or stolen. Taking from customers both top and bottom, nice. They has stated they will take steps and do have powers to do so if the industry doesn't sort itself out. Click this AMOnline article link to read more. For the article explaining the issue with Gap Insurance, click this AMOnline link here. CAMPAIGN TO REGULATE THE CAR RETAIL INDUSTRY Due to a “volume” of complaints, mainly around second hand car dealers and repair operations, the calls on the Government to regulate the car retail industry are getting louder. Recommendation includes a certification process, with minimum industry standards met. To read more, click this AMOnline article link here. RESEARCH INTO BARRIERS TO EV TAKE UPResearch, on behalf of Transport for the North, has been published with a list of factors that are putting people off making the switch to electric vehicles. This is not a hit piece or anti-EV, but a list of real concerns from real people. A very interesting read. If you wish to learn more, click this TransportXtra article link here. CONSULTATION OVER HYDROGEN FARM AND PLANT MACHINERYThe Department for Transport has opened a consultation on permitting hydrogen farm and plant machinery on the roads. To learn more, including the link to the consultation, click this Fleet News article link...

Bloomberg's Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow break down the European Union's latest investigation into whether Apple, Google and Meta are in compliance with the new Digital Markets Act. Plus Lucid Motors  getting a $1 billion cash injection from its biggest investor, an affiliate of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, providing the troubled electric carmaker with a needed lifeline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rublev's default from Dubai generated tons of discourse this week, and we devote quite a bit of time to it: the facts, the question of proportionality (of both Rublev's actions and the umpire's decision), and why player reactions aren't the final word. We also recap the end of the lead-up to Indian Wells, with several players showing off the best tennis of their lives. Plus, Murray's retirement talk; the ATP's partnership with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund; and the suspension of a low-ranked player for cannabis and how WADA decides to ban a substance. 2:15 Quick results recap: de Minaur, Boulter, Yuan, Humbert, Baez  8:30 The Rublev Default 13:10 The Act of (non)Contrition 25:35 Proportionality, in a few senses 34:45 Andy Murray talks about the end 38:40 #TheNetflixSlam: it was a bit tacky and very American, but overall a huge win for the sport 46:00 ATP partners with PIF 50:55 A 2-year suspension for weed? Also an opportunity for some nerdy anti-doping discussion

In this episode, Scott Verplank talks with his former North Texas junior golf rival Brandel Chamblee, now one of professional golf's most recognizable broadcasters.Chamblee, a Golf Channel analyst, shares his views on among other topics, the impact of LIV golf, the Public Investment Fund and its association with Saudi Arabia.Episode highlights:17:18: Chamblee: “We're risking alienating the lifelong fan of the game.”19:17: Chamblee: “It's more about a blind greediness with no respect for what came before them and no obvious sense of debt to future generations.”21:00: Chamblee on whether the Public Investment Fund and its association with Saudi Arabia or the PGA Tour are more responsible for golf's divisions.23:00 Where Chamblee's dissent with the Public Investment Fund stems from.24:59: The “Faustian pact” LIV golfers have made Producer: Jacquelyn MusgroveCreative Director: Michael LaneSocial media: Bobby HowardDirector of Content: Mike Sherman

Peter Angelos has agreed to sell the Baltimore Orioles after owning them for 31 years. The new ownership group is led by private equity executive and Baltimore native David Rubenstein. It includes Hall of Famers Cal Ripken Jr. and Grant Hill, as well as former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg, and prompts questions on how this will alter team operations and whether it will lead to the sale of the Washington Nationals. Sam Dingman, co-host of the Orioles podcast The Rumor, joins the show to discuss what this means for the team and their fans. Plus, the PGA Tour has secured a $1.5 billion investment that could rise to $3 billion as it continues to negotiate with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. The deal bolsters the future of the leading golf organization as it works to determine the future of the sport.

In years' past, The AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am signified to many that Golf Season is back… but now with all of the Drama surrounding the PGA, LIV and various investment groups, it feels a little different this year so Richard Zokol comes on the show to talk about it.  Bob John and Richard react to The Strategic Sports Group's $3 billion investment to partner with the PGA Tour  and wonder what that means for the agreement with the DP World Tour and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund to create PGA Tour Enterprises. 

On the show today, Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds have parked a whole lot of money in Silicon Valley. Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, for one, spent more than $31 billion on 49 venture deals, up 33% in 2023. Why does the tech industry find it so hard to break up with Middle East money? Plus, Netflix changes up its business model — again. We look at why the streaming giant sees even more ads in its future. But first, job cuts continue across the tech landscape. Even TikTok, with its $225 billion valuation and 150 million active users in the U.S. alone, is letting people go. Marketplace’s Lily Jamali is joined by Natasha Mascarenhas, reporter at The Information, for her take on these stories.

On the show today, Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds have parked a whole lot of money in Silicon Valley. Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, for one, spent more than $31 billion on 49 venture deals, up 33% in 2023. Why does the tech industry find it so hard to break up with Middle East money? Plus, Netflix changes up its business model — again. We look at why the streaming giant sees even more ads in its future. But first, job cuts continue across the tech landscape. Even TikTok, with its $225 billion valuation and 150 million active users in the U.S. alone, is letting people go. Marketplace’s Lily Jamali is joined by Natasha Mascarenhas, reporter at The Information, for her take on these stories.

In our first Groundsmen Conversation of 2024 we are joined by Danny Townsend, the recently appointed CEO of SRJ Sports Investments - the sport and tech fund powered by the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia. A fascinating chat where Danny shares the focus and ambition of the fund to grow participation and interest in sport in the region and internationally and how the sporting landscape in Saudi Arabia is now shaping. Brought to you be Web3 Sport Ventures.

This episode tackles one of the hottest topics in golf today: if, after an infusion of funding from private equity and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, the PGA Tour were to create a global schedule of elite events, what should this "world tour" look like? Andy, Joseph, and Garrett each give their proposals. First, though, they participate in a new opening segment, "In and Out," in which they discuss, among other things, Justin Thomas's reemergence, Scottie Scheffler's putting, and the proper pronunciation of "amateur."

A deadline between the PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund came and went with no deal, but the two sides continue to talk. Meanwhile, the PGA Tour appears to be nearing a deal with a separate group of sports team owners to provide additional funds and a backup should negotiations with the PIF fall apart. Plus, the Professional Women's Hockey League launched, Jim Harbaugh may have one foot out the door, and we dive into the world of stadium concerts and the complications and benefits they present to teams.

Tiger Woods and golf are synonymous. Tiger was the face of the PGA Tour for decades, taking the tour to unparalleled heights. But now, the future of professional golf is in question, as the controversial LIV Golf – backed by the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia – has shaken the sport to its core.  As this new era of golf begins, Woods leads the charge to protect the tour in which his legend was born, while helping to reimagine the game he loves. Today, ESPN's resident Tiger Woods expert Michael Collins joins the show to break down what Tiger's future in golf looks like, and why the sport might need him now more than ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join hosts Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. KLUTCH Sports Group founder and CEO Rich Paul joins to talk about his new memoir, "Lucky Me", his special relationship with Lebron James and the biggest issues facing today's athletes. Bloomberg US sports business reporter Randall Williams also joins the conversation. Vince Gennaro, associate dean and clinical associate professor at the NYU Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport breaks down the impact of two-way baseball star Shohei Ohtani's record deal.  Plus, Bloomberg News senior reporter Gillian Tan reports on a Fenway Sports Group-led consortium entering final talks to be a US co-investors in the entity being formed by the PGA Tour, Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and the DP World Tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Iggy going to take over the coaching job in Springfield. Colleges struggling. We play audio from Fred Couples talking about players going over to LIV. Is it LIV's innovative format or is it money? The boys break it down. Public Investment Fund. Frozen pizza segue out of nowhere. Sports washing discussion. Would Iggy take foreign money? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is Iggy going to take over the coaching job in Springfield. Colleges struggling. We play audio from Fred Couples talking about players going over to LIV. Is it LIV's innovative format or is it money? The boys break it down. Public Investment Fund. Frozen pizza segue out of nowhere. Sports washing discussion. Would Iggy take foreign money? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Negotiations between the PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund are heating up following the departure of Jon Rahm for LIV Golf and the approaching Dec. 31 deadline to strike a deal. Front Office Sports senior reporter AJ Perez shares what he's hearing from his sources regarding the negotiations. We also check in on Netflix' latest live sports event and lessons learned from the NBA's in-season tournament. Plus, Serie A's U.S. managing director Andy Mitchell discusses the top-flight Italian soccer league's plans to grow in the U.S. with the World Cup and other major international soccer tournaments arriving Stateside in the next few years.

We haven't talked Golf in a while which means we haven't talked to our friends Ian Leggatt & Richard Zokol in a while either. John and Dave Hodge catch up with our resident golfers on todays show as we discuss the return of Tiger Woods, the start of another year of the PGA Tour and  the Dec. 31 deadline to finalize an agreement along with the Public Investment Fund and the DP World Tour.

Mark Chapman is joined by Saudi journalist Ahmed Al-Omran and The Athletic's Adam Crafton to explore the incredible transfer strategy undertaken by the Saudi Arabian Pro-League and the influence of the Kingdom's Public Investment Fund. We'll hear from Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters and Pep Guardiola before finding out why ex-Wigan midfielder Max Power moved there. Finally the environmental concerns of the expansion are explored as well as what the future of the sport looks like, with Saudi Arabia as a big player. TIMECODES: 10:18 – Structure of the Pro-League 18:16 – Transfers 29:10 – Pep Guardiola and Richard Masters 35:55 – Max Power and his move to Saudi 44:20 – Greenwashing

The marriage between Saudi Arabia and the United States is on the rocks, to say the very least. The Petrodollar arrangement is an integral part of keeping the US Dollar relevant internationally as it set the rules for conducting oil trade in only America's currency, but those days may be coming to an end sooner than most people anticipated. As the Saudis look to diversify away from only being known as the world's gas station, they are using their sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund, to finance Vision 2030 which seeks to transform the Kingdom into the heart of the Arab and Islamic world and a global investment powerhouse. Will the Saudis be able to untangle themselves from their half-century relationship with the Americans in order to jump into bed with the Chinese, or will Mohammed bin Salman pivot to his vision for 2030 where the United States has a diminished role? Sponsors: Emergency Preparedness Food: www.preparewithmacroaggressions.com Chemical Free Body: https://www.chemicalfreebody.com and use promo code: MACRO C60 Purple Power: https://c60purplepower.com/ Promo Code: MACRO Wise Wolf Gold & Silver: www.Macroaggressions.gold True Hemp Science: https://truehempscience.com/ Haelan: https://haelan951.com/pages/macro Solar Power Lifestyle: https://solarpowerlifestyle.com/ Promo Code: MACRO LegalShield: www.DontGetPushedAround.com EMP Shield: www.EMPShield.com Promo Code: MACRO Coin Bit App: https://coinbitsapp.com/?ref=0SPP0gjuI68PjGU89wUv Macroaggressions Merch Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/macroaggressions?ref_id=22530 LinkTree: linktr.ee/macroaggressions Books: HYPOCRAZY: https://amzn.to/3VsPDp8 Controlled Demolition on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3ufZdzx The Octopus Of Global Control: Amazon: https://amzn.to/3VDWQ5c Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/39vdKeQ Online Connection: Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/Macroaggressions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macroaggressions_podcast/ Discord Link:  https://discord.gg/4mGzmcFexg Website: www.theoctopusofglobalcontrol.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/theoctopusofglobalcontrol Twitter: www.twitter.com/macroaggressio3 Twitter Handle: @macroaggressio3 YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCn3

Some weeks are more hectic than others. On Tuesday, the PGA Tour announced that it intended to partner with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, the financial backer of LIV Golf, to create a new for-profit entity. If this agreement becomes a reality, the war between the Tour and LIV will come to an end, with the sides merging interests. This episode of The Fried Egg Podcast attempts to make sense of the whole mess. First, Andy runs through the basics of what happened and gives some initial takes. Then former PGA Tour player (and member of the player advisory council and policy board) Joe Ogilvie joins Andy (11:50) to discuss his thoughts on the deal, how the coming months and years might unfold, and where the Tour went wrong in the past. Later, Andy brings on Fried Egg contributor Joseph LaMagna (1:09:20) to talk about the future of LIV and how the dynamics between players might play out.

Bomani Jones and Slate's Joel Anderson discuss the ramifications of the agreement between the PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (4:02), whether or not Phil Mickelson's reputation will always be damaged (18:44), and Joel's new podcast about Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas (26:35).  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a special bonus episode of GOLF's Subpar, Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz react to the PGA Tour's announcement that they are merging with the Public Investment Fund and LIV Golf.  -- Thanks to Ralph Lauren, the Official Outfitter of the United States Ryder Cup team and of GOLF's Subpar.  The RLX Golf collection is available in select Ralph Lauren stores, exclusive private clubs, and resorts, and online at RalphLauren.com. https://www.ralphlauren.com/brands-golf?&utm_source=OtherPartners&utm_medium=GolfSubparPodcastRLSponsorship_GolfSubpar_PodcastPlacement_2023_GolfSubparPodcastRLSponsorship -- As Colt Knost and The Sleezyman have frequently told you, there is not a better speaker in the game than the Rokform speaker.   Go to Rokform.com and enter code SUBPAR for 25% off. -- Thanks as always to our official sponsor FanDuel.   If you've been thinking about joining FanDuel, there's no better time to get in on the action. The app is so easy to use. They're always giving you great odds. And when you win, you can get paid INSTANTLY! So step up to the tee and take a swing at betting the PGA TOUR. Go to FanDuel.com/Subpar and sign up to get a NO SWEAT FIRST BET up to TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS!  

A Newsmax producer reaches out and wants Kirk to write out a pitch as to why he should be a guest on the network (00:30:00). Tony Massarotti still thinks Kirk's number is Linda Pizzuti Henry (00:20:00). Rumors circulate that the WWE has been sold to Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (00:24:00). Jemele Hill makes a good point that the media is ignoring the Dana White situation (00:27:00). Bonjour Sports is still going and covering the hot issues of the day (00:43:00), calls & much more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/kminshow