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Ep352 BYD LIVE

Crimes Against Nature gets weird, Winnie-the-Pooh gets a gorgeous graphic-novel adaptation, and we return to My Hero Academia for Volumes 9 and 10 — where the villains finally hit hard, the heroes level up, and supporting characters start stealing the show. RSS Feed Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) Thanks for listening to the Major Spoilers Podcast! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. REVIEWS CRIMES AGAINST NATURE #1 Writer: Eliot Rahal Artist: Mattia Monaco Publisher: Image Comics Cover Price: $3.99 Release Date: September 23, 2026 A famous Hollywood Animal Trainer, Doctor Kermit Groeden, and his only client/best friend—Amigo the Ape, the first gorilla ever nominated for an Academy Award—are framed for a crime they didn't commit. Now they're on the run. And to clear their names and save their lives, Kermit and Amigo will be forced to reveal their darkest secrets and confront each other's hidden past. Will their friendship be able to survive? A story about secrets, sins, and simians. WINNIE THE POOH: THE GRAPHIC NOVEL Writer: A.A. Milne, Adapted by Kevan Chandler, Joe Sutphin Artist: Joe Sutphin Publisher: Ten Speed Cover Price: $28.00 Release Date: October 13, 2026 Experience the idyllic magic of the Hundred Acre Wood like never before through this charming graphic novelization of A. A. Milne and E. H. Shepard's beloved classic, Winnie-the-Pooh. Adapted by Kevan Chandler and Eisner Award-winning artist Joe Sutphin, this enchanting adaptation brings all ten original Winnie-the-Pooh stories to life with soft, captivating colors and sprawling scenes that are faithful to the heartwarming spirit of Pooh and friends. Follow along for an adventurous romp through the Wood as Pooh helps Eeyore find his tail, gets stuck in a tight space after eating far too much honey, tries to catch a Heffalump with Piglet, joins Christopher Robin on an Expedition, and more. TRADE DISCUSSION MY HERO ACADEMIA VOL. 9 and 10 Writer/Artist: Kohei Korikoshi Publisher: VIZ Media It's off to summer camp for Midoriya and the U.A. students! But this is no ordinary vacation—it's high-impact training where the students are expected to develop their Quirks even further! The teachers have set up some tough challenges, but none will be as difficult and as life-changing as the threat a new group of enemies poses. What's even worse is who the villains' target is and why… The League of Villains has kidnapped Bakugo, and the resulting negative publicity has thrown U.A. into a huge uproar. With the public's trust in heroes threatened, the faculty convenes to figure out what to do. But Midoriya and the students of Class 1-A have plans of their own—an operation to rescue Bakugo that could get them thrown out of school! Join the conversation We'd love to hear your thoughts on any of this week's topics. At Major Spoilers, we strive to create original content that you find interesting and entertaining. Producing, writing, recording, editing, and researching require significant resources. We pay writers, podcast hosts, and other staff members who work tirelessly to provide you with insights into the comic book, gaming, and pop culture industries. Help us keep Major Spoilers strong. Become a Patron (and our superhero) today. If you know someone who loves comics, share this post and episode with them! Share

We've all got quirks. Tom Read Wilson realised early on that no one else was going to celebrate his differences if he didn't own them himself. In this chat with Fearne, live from the Happy Place Festival, Tom explains how he learnt to honour his eclectic personality.Fearne and Tom both have a history of extreme people pleasing, so they share what they've learnt about self-advocating and getting good at uncomfortable confrontation. Why does turning 40 seem to be when the real honesty kicks in?The I'm A Celeb jungle had a profound impact on Tom, particularly the digital detox part... he explores the huge physical and mental impact giving up his phone has had.Plus, Tom delights in finding the perfect whimsical words, and wonders that language is the key to unlocking better mental health.Tom's new children's book, Pricklepaper's Letter Magic, is out on the 24th of September.If you liked this episode of Happy Place, you might also like:Todd RoseJoe LycettRuby Wax Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep351 BYD LIVE

On this episode of The Adventures of the Pipeman, Pipeman sits down with Skyler, Jesse, and Matt from He Is Legend backstage at the Louder Than Life Festival. The conversation dives into memories of legendary metal bands, on-the-road experiences, band dynamics, upcoming tour dates, and favorite places to play. Humor, nostalgia, and the realities of touring life make for an authentic, lively, and insightful discussion.Main Topics CoveredFestival Heat and Backstage BanterThe group jokingly renames the festival to “Hotter Than Life” due to the extreme heat 00:29, with nods to legendary bands like KISS.Record Store Trivia and Metal RootsPipeman shares a story about discovering Venom at Oz Records through Brian Slagle, the founder of Metal Blade Records 01:16.Touring in the South & Florida Show AnnouncementsDiscussing upcoming shows across Florida—including Miami, Winter Park, and Panama City—while teasing the unique features of tour stops 05:24.Favorite Places to PlayThe band expresses their love for Texas crowds and touring through the Lone Star State 06:37.Touring Life and Band DynamicsCandid reflections on the evolution of He Is Legend, maintaining friendships, living close to one another, and how the band navigates time together and apart 10:34.Festival Life, Individual Time, and Favorite ActsNavigating festivals as both performers and fans, grabbing rare solo moments at big events 16:17.Upcoming Shows and Pizza RecommendationsAnnouncements of the Time Travel Tour, holiday shows, and a notable plug for Richmond's Bottoms Up Pizza 18:30.Key Discussions & StoriesVenom, Metal Blade Records, and Early Metal DiscoveryPipeman reminisces about buying metal records in the early ‘80s, the influence of record stores, and Brian Slagle launching Metal Blade by helping fans discover new music 01:25.The Realities of TouringBand members humorously debate how much (or little) they plan ahead for show dates and the fatigue that comes with relentless touring 04:51.Band Chemistry and Living in Close QuartersInsights into maintaining friendships despite close living and working quarters, adopting playful banter as a sign of camaraderie, and giving each other space post-tour 11:28.Favorite Tour StopsTexas is highlighted not only for its enthusiastic crowds but for the “rejuvenating” effect it has on band morale during long tours 07:04.Local Scenes: Florida and the Quirks of GeographyReflections on driving distances in Florida vs. Texas and local mindsets about travel 08:50.Best Pizza on TourA shout-out to Bottoms Up Pizza's 24-hour aged sourdough crust in Richmond, VA 19:30.Notable Quotes“You bought the most satanic looking thing you could find.” – Skyler 01:47“I like to wake up and be like, did we go north? Did we go south? Where are we?” – Skyler on touring mindset 04:51“Our heart's in Texas.” – Matt 06:44“If Matt's not making fun of you, he doesn't like you. So consider it a good thing.” – Matt on band dynamics 11:16“You spend every waking moment, especially in a van, you know, like we've always been in a van and trailer.” – Skyler 11:37"We're so in tune with one another. We've been doing this for so long." – Jesse 13:09"We probably go a good month without talking to each other [after a tour]." – Skyler 14:13“That pizza is bomb. It's so good. People don't talk about that pizza.” – Skyler on Bottoms Up Pizza 19:44Resources & Links MentionedHe Is Legend Social Media:Most handles: @heislegendnc18:35He Is Legend official social links (user is encouraged to search for “He Is Legend NC” for tour dates)Time Travel TourSecond leg starts October 2nd.Miami show at Churchill's on October 6th 05:27Holiday show: December 18th at Cat's Cradle in Carrboro, North Carolina 18:46Other Venues & Dates:Radio Room, Greenville, SC (tour opener) 19:15The Grog Shop, Cleveland 19:18Nikki Lopez, Philly 19:25Canal Club, Richmond + pizza next door at Bottoms Up 19:30Apple Music: for concert listings and music 05:12Bottoms Up Pizza24-hour aged sourdough crust, Richmond, VA19:37Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

On this episode of The Adventures of the Pipeman, Pipeman sits down with Skyler, Jesse, and Matt from He Is Legend backstage at the Louder Than Life Festival. The conversation dives into memories of legendary metal bands, on-the-road experiences, band dynamics, upcoming tour dates, and favorite places to play. Humor, nostalgia, and the realities of touring life make for an authentic, lively, and insightful discussion.Main Topics CoveredFestival Heat and Backstage BanterThe group jokingly renames the festival to “Hotter Than Life” due to the extreme heat 00:29, with nods to legendary bands like KISS.Record Store Trivia and Metal RootsPipeman shares a story about discovering Venom at Oz Records through Brian Slagle, the founder of Metal Blade Records 01:16.Touring in the South & Florida Show AnnouncementsDiscussing upcoming shows across Florida—including Miami, Winter Park, and Panama City—while teasing the unique features of tour stops 05:24.Favorite Places to PlayThe band expresses their love for Texas crowds and touring through the Lone Star State 06:37.Touring Life and Band DynamicsCandid reflections on the evolution of He Is Legend, maintaining friendships, living close to one another, and how the band navigates time together and apart 10:34.Festival Life, Individual Time, and Favorite ActsNavigating festivals as both performers and fans, grabbing rare solo moments at big events 16:17.Upcoming Shows and Pizza RecommendationsAnnouncements of the Time Travel Tour, holiday shows, and a notable plug for Richmond's Bottoms Up Pizza 18:30.Key Discussions & StoriesVenom, Metal Blade Records, and Early Metal DiscoveryPipeman reminisces about buying metal records in the early ‘80s, the influence of record stores, and Brian Slagle launching Metal Blade by helping fans discover new music 01:25.The Realities of TouringBand members humorously debate how much (or little) they plan ahead for show dates and the fatigue that comes with relentless touring 04:51.Band Chemistry and Living in Close QuartersInsights into maintaining friendships despite close living and working quarters, adopting playful banter as a sign of camaraderie, and giving each other space post-tour 11:28.Favorite Tour StopsTexas is highlighted not only for its enthusiastic crowds but for the “rejuvenating” effect it has on band morale during long tours 07:04.Local Scenes: Florida and the Quirks of GeographyReflections on driving distances in Florida vs. Texas and local mindsets about travel 08:50.Best Pizza on TourA shout-out to Bottoms Up Pizza's 24-hour aged sourdough crust in Richmond, VA 19:30.Notable Quotes“You bought the most satanic looking thing you could find.” – Skyler 01:47“I like to wake up and be like, did we go north? Did we go south? Where are we?” – Skyler on touring mindset 04:51“Our heart's in Texas.” – Matt 06:44“If Matt's not making fun of you, he doesn't like you. So consider it a good thing.” – Matt on band dynamics 11:16“You spend every waking moment, especially in a van, you know, like we've always been in a van and trailer.” – Skyler 11:37"We're so in tune with one another. We've been doing this for so long." – Jesse 13:09"We probably go a good month without talking to each other [after a tour]." – Skyler 14:13“That pizza is bomb. It's so good. People don't talk about that pizza.” – Skyler on Bottoms Up Pizza 19:44Resources & Links MentionedHe Is Legend Social Media:Most handles: @heislegendnc18:35He Is Legend official social links (user is encouraged to search for “He Is Legend NC” for tour dates)Time Travel TourSecond leg starts October 2nd.Miami show at Churchill's on October 6th 05:27Holiday show: December 18th at Cat's Cradle in Carrboro, North Carolina 18:46Other Venues & Dates:Radio Room, Greenville, SC (tour opener) 19:15The Grog Shop, Cleveland 19:18Nikki Lopez, Philly 19:25Canal Club, Richmond + pizza next door at Bottoms Up 19:30Apple Music: for concert listings and music 05:12Bottoms Up Pizza24-hour aged sourdough crust, Richmond, VA19:37Pipeman in the Pit is a music, festival, and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pipeman-in-the-pit--2287932/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials &  Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

Why does time seem to move faster and faster the older you get? Summers that once felt endless suddenly seem to disappear in a flash. There are some intriguing theories about why our perception of time changes — and what may actually slow it down. Your brain is constantly interpreting the world, making predictions and influencing what you think and do — usually without you realizing it. That helps explain some surprisingly common quirks of human behavior. Why do we tend to believe we have more control over events than we really do? Why are we so easily influenced by advertising even when we know exactly what advertisers are trying to accomplish? And why does your sense of time change so dramatically over the course of your life? Here to explore these and other fascinating questions about how your mind works is Art Markman, professor of psychology and marketing at the University of Texas at Austin. He is the author of Brain Briefs: Answers to the Most (and Least) Pressing Questions About Your Mind (https://amzn.to/2xcxdyJ). Art explains some of the hidden mental processes quietly shaping the way you experience the world — and why understanding them can help you better understand yourself. Your brain is doing a lot behind the scenes that you never notice. And some of what it is doing may explain behaviors and experiences you have probably wondered about for years. Art Markman's website: http://www.smartthinkingbook.com/ PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS KA'CHAVA: Ka'Chava's new Salted Caramel is the perfect balance of mouthwatering flavor and benefits. Embrace your salty side. Go to https://kachava.com and use promo code SYSK to get 15% off your first order! TREES.COM: Right now, ⁠https://Trees.com ⁠have great deals on planting essentials, up to half off on select plants. And listeners to our show get 20% OFF their purchase when using the promo code SYSK at checkout. MONARCH: Write your own money story with Monarch! Use promo code SYSK at ⁠⁠https://Monarch.com⁠⁠ to get your 1st year of Monarch Core half off at just $50 VINTED: Ready to clean out your closet and make some extra money?Download the Vinted app for free and start listing! With no seller fees, you keep every dollar you earn and for a limited time, enjoy free shipping in the US on Vinted. WAYFAIR: Ready to upgrade your home for way less? Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Wayfair.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.  QUINCE: Find your next Fall favorites at Quince! Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Quince.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! DELL: Built for those who want better. The Dell XPS, built for you! INDEED: Get a $75 Sponsored Job credit to help get your job the premium status it deserves at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Indeed.com/PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep350 BYD LIVE

Shaun and Dockers fans everywhere returned to the desk on a high following Freo's electric semi-final win over Geelong! A story about a first-home buyer landing a house despite a $60,000 higher bid all because she wrote a heartfelt letter to the seller, opened the phone lines to listeners who wrote their way into success! Later, digital producer Sam revealed his partner refuses to use plastic produce bags (leaving snow peas rolling loose in the fridge), Plus, Frank landed a spot on Nova's End of Season Footy Trip to BaliSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We all have weird quirks. What would your partner say is yours?

This show has been flagged as Explicit by the host. New hosts Welcome to our new hosts: Kristoff number9 Last Month's Shows Id Day Date Title Host 4696 Mon 2026-08-03 HPR Community News for July 2026 HPR Volunteers 4697 Tue 2026-08-04 Correcting the Dates of Files Vance 4698 Wed 2026-08-05 ID3 Tags and Vorbis Comments Whiskeyjack 4699 Thu 2026-08-06 Sunshine, Moonlight, Playnite !? operat0r 4700 Fri 2026-08-07 Robert A. Heinlein: The Juveniles Ahuka 4701 Mon 2026-08-10 Elsbeth muses with Lee on her experiences and opinions on AI Elsbeth 4702 Tue 2026-08-11 MakeACopy is an open-source document scanner app for Android Ken Fallon 4703 Wed 2026-08-12 Ebooks and Audiobooks Ahuka 4704 Thu 2026-08-13 HPR Beer Garden 17 - Double DDH IPAs Kevie 4705 Fri 2026-08-14 Free Software Is Wasted On You Teens Trollercoaster 4706 Mon 2026-08-17 Quirks and Customisations Lee 4707 Tue 2026-08-18 UNIX Curio #12 - expr Vance 4708 Wed 2026-08-19 Programmable Logic Controls - Episode 1 Whiskeyjack 4709 Thu 2026-08-20 Peertube: my two penneth Kevie 4710 Fri 2026-08-21 Civilization VI Ahuka 4711 Mon 2026-08-24 Second-Hand Phone TrumpetJohn 4712 Tue 2026-08-25 friedcamp interviews part 1: Wim van Gool Kristoff 4713 Wed 2026-08-26 July2026 Community News response, and Future Plans TheDUDE 4714 Thu 2026-08-27 HPR Beer Garden 18 - Amber Ale Kevie 4715 Fri 2026-08-28 friedcamp interviews part 2: Thomas Farstrike Kristoff 4716 Mon 2026-08-31 PocketMod TrumpetJohn Comments this month Past shows hpr3708 (2022-10-19) "Insomnia as a Hobby" by TrumpetJohn. Robert St.Preux said: "Insomnia as a hobby" (2026-08-30 00:56:59) hpr3766 (2023-01-09) "ACER Nitro 5 laptop review" by Bookewyrmm. wevaba6950 said: "A refreshing contrast between enterprise gear and low-power hardware" (2026-08-10 09:19:47) candycanearter07 said: "re: a refreshing contrast..." (2026-08-12 02:54:05) hpr4581 (2026-02-23) "Sharp Intake of Breath City (A.K.A.) How I learnt to stop worrying about the fork bomb" by not_toby. Windigo said: "Fantastic episode" (2026-08-08 16:51:00) hpr4655 (2026-06-05) "Tips for Glasses" by norrist. Archer72 said: "Glasses and age" (2026-08-06 11:41:39) hpr4676 (2026-07-06) "HPR Community News for June 2026" by HPR Volunteers. Archer72 said: "hpr4657 :: UNIX Curio #8" (2026-08-02 19:29:26) hpr4677 (2026-07-07) "UNIX Curio #10 - Checksums and Hashes" by Vance. Whiskeyjack said: "Checksums and HPR4677" (2026-07-31 00:37:40) hpr4678 (2026-07-08) "High Resolution Elapsed Time in Shell Scripts" by Whiskeyjack. Archer72 said: "Reply to Whiskeyjack and candycanearter07 " (2026-08-03 10:12:47) hpr4692 (2026-07-28) "Noise Music Tutorial 2: Using Audacity to Make Noise" by TheDUDE. Windigo said: "Audacity for noise music" (2026-08-06 16:09:59) candycanearter07 said: "re: Audacity for noise music" (2026-08-12 18:55:18) This month's shows hpr4696 (2026-08-03) "HPR Community News for July 2026" by HPR Volunteers. Archer72 said: "Amateur Radio Field Days" (2026-08-02 11:50:11) Archer72 said: "hpr4673 First contact" (2026-08-03 10:16:09) candycanearter07 said: "re: mic issues" (2026-08-03 22:21:42) Th3Dud3 said: "response to Kevin not being able to get cream ale" (2026-08-06 00:12:38) hpr4697 (2026-08-04) "Correcting the Dates of Files" by Vance. Jim DeVore said: "Useful episode!" (2026-08-04 10:53:12) Vance said: "Modifying metadata" (2026-08-07 01:44:51) Henrik Hemrin said: "Exif in digiKam" (2026-08-08 19:20:13) candycanearter07 said: "useful!" (2026-08-10 16:08:18) hpr4698 (2026-08-05) "ID3 Tags and Vorbis Comments" by Whiskeyjack. xmanmonk said: "Great episode!" (2026-08-05 15:19:01) candycanearter07 said: "quirks in hpr" (2026-08-05 15:52:18) Whiskeyjack said: "Reply to xmanmonk in HPR4698 - ID3 Tags" (2026-08-06 00:12:26) Whiskeyjack said: "Reply to candycanearter07 in HPR4698 ID3 tags" (2026-08-06 00:28:48) hpr4703 (2026-08-12) "Ebooks and Audiobooks" by Ahuka. candycanearter07 said: "useful!!" (2026-08-12 02:30:58) Archer72 said: "Audiobooks and Audible" (2026-08-12 09:06:40) Jack said: "Misleading" (2026-08-12 17:05:21) hpr4705 (2026-08-14) "Free Software Is Wasted On You Teens" by Trollercoaster. Archer72 said: "Brilliant! " (2026-08-03 14:08:08) Trollercoaster said: "One left in my six pack" (2026-08-14 07:53:38) old guy said: ":-)" (2026-08-14 09:24:15) Trollercoaster said: "old guys together" (2026-08-14 13:14:48) candycanearter07 said: "good satire again" (2026-08-14 21:42:55) Trollercoaster said: "Who's talking about satire?" (2026-08-15 07:54:33) Trollercoaster (our of character) said: "Woopsie" (2026-08-16 19:25:41) hpr4706 (2026-08-17) "Quirks and Customisations" by Lee. candycanearter07 said: "cool ep!" (2026-08-30 20:15:40) hpr4707 (2026-08-18) "UNIX Curio #12 - expr" by Vance. xmanmonk said: "Another great show" (2026-08-18 22:22:56) Whiskeyjack said: "HPR4707 Unix curio - dc" (2026-08-19 14:31:02) Vance said: "dc" (2026-08-20 04:47:32) Whiskeyjack said: "HPR4707 Unix curio - Stack Machines" (2026-08-21 16:00:48) Trollercoaster said: "Suggestion for Linux Curio" (2026-08-27 10:42:43) Whiskeyjack said: "Obscure X Window programs" (2026-08-27 16:16:15) candycanearter07 said: "re: Suggestion for Linux Curio" (2026-08-27 18:13:51) Archer72 said: "re: Suggestion for Linux Curio" (2026-08-28 10:07:31) Vance said: "Thanks for the ideas" (2026-08-28 16:39:28) Whiskeyjack said: "Reply to Vance on episode research" (2026-08-30 04:14:01) candycanearter07 said: "re: re: Suggestion for Linux Curio" (2026-08-30 12:06:31) hpr4708 (2026-08-19) "Programmable Logic Controls - Episode 1" by Whiskeyjack. Archer72 said: "Thanks you" (2026-08-08 10:49:34) Whiskeyjack said: "Reply to Archer72 on HPR4708 - PLCs Episode 1" (2026-08-08 17:11:10) Trey said: "Memories of Ladder Logic" (2026-08-19 13:01:41) Whiskeyjack said: "Reply to Trey on HPR4708 - PLCs Episode 1" (2026-08-20 02:02:44) Trey said: "Cyber in ICS" (2026-09-02 22:31:51) Whiskeyjack said: "Reply to Trey on Cyber in ICS" (2026-09-03 15:24:51) hpr4709 (2026-08-20) "Peertube: my two penneth" by Kevie. xmanmonk said: "Thanks for the episode" (2026-08-20 19:15:57) hpr4711 (2026-08-24) "Second-Hand Phone" by TrumpetJohn. candycanearter07 said: "interesting!" (2026-08-24 19:17:44) Whiskeyjack said: "HPR4711 - TCL Flip phone" (2026-08-24 22:22:11) hpr4712 (2026-08-25) "friedcamp interviews part 1: Wim van Gool" by Kristoff. Archer72 said: "Interview" (2026-08-26 23:11:49) Laindir said: "Fascinating interview!" (2026-08-26 23:18:33) hpr4716 (2026-08-31) "PocketMod" by TrumpetJohn. Kightlinger said: "I love PocketMods!" (2026-08-31 17:35:43) candycanearter07 said: "analog solutions" (2026-08-31 20:52:55) Mailing List discussions Policy decisions surrounding HPR are taken by the community as a whole. This discussion takes place on the Mailing List which is open to all HPR listeners and contributors. The discussions are open and available on the HPR server under Mailman. The threaded discussions this month can be found here: https://lists.hackerpublicradio.com/pipermail/hpr/2026-August/thread.html Events Calendar With the kind permission of LWN.net we are linking to The LWN.net Community Calendar. Quoting the site: This is the LWN.net community event calendar, where we track events of interest to people using and developing Linux and free software. Clicking on individual events will take you to the appropriate web page. Provide feedback on this episode.

Eye contact can be tricky. Too little can make you seem bored or distracted. Too much can get uncomfortable fast. So what is the right amount? This episode begins with some fascinating research on eye contact and the subtle signals you send with your eyes. http://www.spring.org.uk/2013/07/how-eye-contact-works.php Someone tells you a secret and makes you promise not to tell. You intend to keep that promise — so why can the urge to tell someone else become so strong? Secrets can weigh on us, yet revealing one can damage relationships and destroy trust. So which secrets do we keep, which do we tell and who do we tell them to? Andrew Gold is an investigative journalist, podcaster and filmmaker who has made documentaries for the BBC and HBO. He is author of The Psychology of Secrets: My Adventures with Murderers, Cults and Influencers (https://amzn.to/3MiwXoS). Listen as he explores why keeping something to yourself can be surprisingly difficult. Why is the alphabet in the order ABCDE? Why do we have uppercase and lowercase letters? What's the dot over a lowercase i and j for? And why do we capitalize I? Behind many of the oddities of English are some wonderful stories. Linguist Paul Anthony Jones joins me to explain how some of the strangest features of our language got that way. He has a popular YouTube channel devoted to language and is author of Why Is This a Question?: Everything About the Origins and Oddities of Language You Never Thought to Ask (https://amzn.to/3Z0Nrtm). Humans have long debated monogamy, but some animals seem to have it figured out. A handful form remarkably strong pair bonds that can last for years — sometimes for life. Listen as I reveal which creatures are among nature's most devoted couples. https://www.treehugger.com/animals-that-mate-for-life-4869332 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS MONARCH: Write your own money story with Monarch! Use promo code SYSK at ⁠https://Monarch.com⁠ to get your 1st year of Monarch Core half off at just $50 AQUATRU: Head to ⁠https://AquaTru.com⁠ now and get 20% off your purifier using promo code SYSK AquaTru even comes with a 30-day best-tasting water guarantee or your money back! WAYFAIR: Ready to upgrade your home for way less? Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Wayfair.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.  QUINCE: Find your next Fall favorites at Quince! Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Quince.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! DELL: Built for those who want better. The Dell XPS, built for you! SHOPIFY: It's time to turn those "what ifs" into CHA CHING with Shopify Today! Sign up for your $1 per month trail and start selling today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Shopify.com/realm⁠⁠⁠⁠ INDEED: Get a $75 Sponsored Job credit to help get your job the premium status it deserves at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Indeed.com/PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Quirks & Quarks has been taking your burning questions for 50 years. And while we thought we might have answered every question there is, our listeners proved there are always more science questions for us to tackle. Including:What does the black hole orbit?What do you sweat out in a sauna?Why are robins' eggs blue?What if we no longer had a moon?Did dinosaurs produce milk?Were there ever giant humans?

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The 94WIP Morning Show analyze recent comments from Jalen Hurts regarding his leadership style and relationship with A.J. Brown. They also highlight various auction items for the Eagles Radiothon while celebrating the Phillies' recent hot streak. Listeners call in to discuss Bryce Harper's performance and debate what topics currently split the public's opinion. 01:50 - Eagles Radiothon Auction Items 05:00 - Joe's Quirks and AMA 08:20 - How John Met Alicia 12:00 - Memorable Celebrity Encounters 19:50 - Phillies Postseason Roster Strategy 24:25 - Jalen Hurts GQ Interview 37:00 - Bryce Harper's Elite Performance 48:45 - Saquon Barkley's Radiothon Shirt 54:20 - Hurts on Leadership Style

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In this episode, we dive into the latest developments in Major League Baseball, NFL season predictions, golf's revamped playoff format, and the upcoming US Open, providing insights and analysis for sports fans. In this episode, we explore a wide range of topics from college football predictions, elite athletes' quirks, and pop culture reviews, to innovative sports tournament formats and fantasy football tools. Join us for insights, humor, and a deep dive into current trends and personal favorites.Chapters00:00 Podcast Kickoff and Baseball Playoff Push08:42 MLB Financial Scandal and Lockout Implications17:18 Anticipation for NFL Season and Pumpkin Spice Season22:23 NFL Preseason and Team Storylines24:11 NFL Offseason Storylines25:11 The Pro Bowl and NFL Win Totals26:16 PGA Championship Format Revamp42:14 Tennis News and US Open Predictions43:59 BC Football Season Predictions50:51 The Quirks of Elite Athletes52:10 The Peculiar Case of Tom Brady57:58 Quidditch and NIL01:06:03 Spider-Man: Brand New Day01:10:29 Cozy Book Corner01:12:24 Upgrade by Blake Crouch01:19:14 KFC Oreo Chicken Sandwich01:21:12 Major League Pickleball Playoffs01:23:02 League Legacy Fantasy Football App01:25:14 Episode 200 Preparation

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For our 50th anniversary celebration last October, we spoke with some of Canada's top scientists about their predictions for the future. We revisit our conversations with:Evan Fraser, director of Arrell Food Institute and professor of geography at the University of GuelphKatie Mack, Hawking Chair in Cosmology and Science Communication at the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical PhysicsLuke Stark, assistant professor in the faculty of information and media studies at Western UniversityLaura Tozer, assistant professor of environmental studies at the University of TorontoAna Luisa Trejos, professor in the department electrical and computer engineering and the school of biomedical engineering and Canada Research Chair in wearable mechatronics at Western University in London, Ont.Yvonne Bombard, professor at the University of Toronto and scientist and Canada Research Chair in Genomics Health Services and Policy

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Fresh Quirks from These Stellar Sensations Sadie Sink, Jenna Ortega, Elle Fanning, Emma Raducanu, Caitlin Clark, Meghan Markle, Azzi Fudd, Paige Bueckers, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, and Olivia Rodrigohttps://rumble.com/user/TheCultureWarshttps://x.com/NewsK365https://buymeacoffee.com/courtpresshttps://www.youtube.com/@NewsK365Email: newsk365@protonmail.com

Hidden Quirks & Secret Superpowers of Powerhouse Women featuring Sadie Sink, Jenna Ortega, Elle Fanning, Emma Raducanu, Caitlin Clark, Meghan Markle, Azzi Fudd, Paige Bueckers, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, and Olivia Rodrigohttps://rumble.com/user/TheCultureWarshttps://x.com/NewsK365https://buymeacoffee.com/courtpresshttps://www.youtube.com/@NewsK365Email: newsk365@protonmail.com

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Kankelfritz & Friends chat about weeeeeeeird car stuff along with a reminder how to be encouraged first thing when you wake up.

On this week's best of Quirks & Quarks, we revisit our annual holiday listener question show, with fascinating queries like:Why did a Canadian astronaut's eyesight change when she went to space? How is the dust inside our homes changing? Why do some professional athletes stick out their tongues when they play?Why are most fruits round, but bananas and pineapple are not? What would have happened if the dino-killing asteroid never struck Earth?We'll satisfy all these scientific curiosities and many more!

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Welcome to another episode of the Rick's Rambles Podcast, where we explore the stories, memories, music, and little moments that make life interesting! This week, we're celebrating an American icon with 10 fun facts about Smokey Bear — the beloved symbol of wildfire prevention who has been reminding generations to “Only You Can Prevent Wildfires.” Discover the history, surprises, and fascinating facts behind one of America's most recognizable characters. Then, in our mental health and encouragement segment, we're talking about the importance of embracing your quirks. Inspired by Phoebe Buffay from the classic TV show Friends, we'll look at what happens when we stop trying to fit into someone else's idea of “normal” and learn to appreciate the unique things that make us who we are. In our Story Behind the Song, we dive into “Dance With Me” by Orleans — the history of this 1970s soft rock favorite, the musicians behind it, and why this beautiful song continues to connect with listeners decades later. And of course, we wrap things up with our favorite collection of fun and quirky holidays of the week — because there's always something unusual, interesting, or worth celebrating! Whether you enjoy music history, positive mental health conversations, nostalgic stories, fun facts, or discovering something new, Rick's Rambles is your weekly place for curiosity, kindness, and a little bit of fun.

Crumbl's new cookie has host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Molly Miloscia thinking. Plus, fire season rages on, and Silverside Deli reveals some hilarious glitches in our liquor laws. Resources and references: RSVP for 801 Day on Saturday, Aug. 1! Crumbl reveals Flamin' Hot Cheetos-inspired cookie alongside Nerds & Hershey collabs [Dexerto] A popular Sugar House deli is relocating, but it needs a waiver to keep its current menu [KSL] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads.

Hearing it for the first time, Ben gets a brutally honest rundown of his quirks from wife Amanda... Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In Day 5 of our 7 Days of Dating Confidence, we're talking about the courage it takes to let people see the real you.In this episode, we explore why so many of us hide our quirks and edit ourselves while dating—and how that often keeps us from finding the connections we truly want. Through MK's story, we discuss taking emotional risks, showing your personality sooner, and trusting that the right person will appreciate the things that make you different. If you've ever worried that you're too much, too weird, or not enough, this episode is your reminder that confidence grows when you stop shrinking yourself to be chosen.-Take the Dating Archetypes quiz now: https://howtobedateable.com/Read our book: How To Be Dateable: The Essential Guide To Finding Your Person and Falling in Love: https://howtobedateable.com/Try the Dateable AI Dating Coach: Get personalized advice trained on our years of podcast episodes, courses and frameworks: https://studio.com/dateableFollow us @dateablepodcast, @juliekrafchick and @nonplatonic. Check out our website for more content. Also listen to our other podcasts The Psychology of Relationships and Exit Interview available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.WE WROTE A BOOK! HOW TO BE DATEABLE (Simon & Schuster) is available now: https://howtobedateable.com/ Have you ever had a time in your life where you genuinely didn't want a serious relationship but still wanted connection and chemistry? Download the Fling app in the app store or visit fling.me today. Want to remove distractions from your dates? Download Brick and get 10% off at https://www.getbrick.app/DATEABLEOur Sponsors:* Avocado Green Mattress: Check out their mattress and furniture sale: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/DATEABLE* Losers Part One and Two by Harley LaRoux: Go get the book wherever books are sold in print or ebook or through https://www.kensingtonbooks.com* Quince: Get free shipping and 365 day returns at https://quince.com/dateable* Ruggable: Get 10% off your first order, sitewide, with promo code DATEABLE at https://ruggable.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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We are obsessed with where everyone went to high school. We love to mispronounce street names and we refuse to call that concert venue in Maryland Heights anything other than “Riverport.” St. Louisans sure have their quirks, and the way we dine is no exception. In this episode, George and Cheryl explore the particular eccentricities of St. Louis restaurant-goers; from our insistence on easy parking to a penchant for large portions, they unpack our non-negotiables and proclivities to figure what makes our food scene so unique—and share which ones they are guilty of themselves. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available. See related stories and resources from this episode at https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/arch-eats/episode-71 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkvOXGJHENgtHtcRMnGPVFW Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0BfUm30GQXcfuYAWqwrsYs?si=432aaa0abc5646a4&nd=1&dlsi=c46d922dd1824b7b Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arch-eats/id1714524378 This episode is sponsored by Herbie’s. Clayton Restaurant Week is July 20– 26 and there’s no better time to experience Herbie’s. Enjoy a special menu featuring dishes like grilled peach burrata salad, seared sea bass, and house-made meringue nests. Reserve your table today. New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing: https://www.stlmag.com/podcasts/how-to-listen/ Have an idea for a future episode? Email podcasts@stlmag.com Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Email advertisting@stlmag.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Send us Fan MailSpacemen, today, we fulfill a manspace dream of recording in a gas station. At least, a little bit. Matt and Rob head to Milano TX to interview some employees of a small town gas station. Really, mostly to ride our bikes and hang out, but also interview gas station people. Get your drink and listen in. Keywordsgas stations, road trip, small town, culture, nostalgia, travel stories, community, roadside, adventure, local businessesKey TopicsThe culture and community of gas stationsRoad trip stories and small town lifeThe nostalgia and joy associated with gas stationsUnique encounters and stories from roadside stopsThe significance of small businesses in local communitiesSound Bites"It's just kind of fun to meet these people""It's a little bit like when Taco Bell puts out some new weird menu"Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Journey01:38 Dining in Small Towns04:29 The Dark Tower and Storytelling07:32 Gas Stations: A Unique Experience10:28 The Thrill of Road Trips13:20 Nostalgia and Gas Station Culture16:25 The Magic of Gas Stations19:32 Wrap-Up and Reflections24:48 Exploring the Gas Station Experience26:09 Interviews with Gas Station Employees27:12 The Quirks of Small Town Life29:29 Memorable Moments at the Gas StationSpread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!

No interviews. No heavy topics. Just moms sharing the funny, chaotic, and surprisingly relatable moments that come with raising autistic kids. From food battles to sensory adventures and everything in between, this episode is full of laughs, real-life parenting stories, and the reminder that you're never alone in this journey. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Quirks & Quarks has been taking your burning science questions for half a century. And while we thought we might have answered every question there is to answer over the years, our listeners proved there are always more fascinating head-scratchers for us to tackle.Like:Are comets eternal?In a sauna, what am I sweating out?Did dinosaurs produce milk?If heat rises, why is there snow on the top of mountains?What does a black hole orbit?What if we had no moon?Why are cat and dog tongues so different?Why are robin eggs so blue?Why do some animals become mega sized?How do animals deal with strong bright UV light?

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In this episode, I talk about many of the weird elements of Magic's first set.

Some of the oceans biggest, most powerful predators, like certain sharks and tuna, are “mesothermic” or warm-bodied. Running hot allows them to rapidly convert their food to energy and heat, helping them swim faster and hunt in cold waters. But that advantage may become a disadvantage in a warming climate, meaning these fish need to find new ways of cooling off, or face a new threat to their survival.PLUS:Ancient Peruvians traded parrots across deserts and mountainsFrom the archive: David, Jay and Bob, and Quirks & Quarks' origin storySea cucumber 'zombie tissue' straddles the line between life and deathDream engineering may help you solve problems in your sleep

Did the Milky Way used to be a quasar? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice explore quasars, the high energy universe, and the movie we're making of the night's sky with astrophysicist & host of PBS Space Time, Matt O'Dowd. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here:  https://startalkmedia.com/show/quasar-quirks-sky-surveys-with-matt-odowd/ Thanks to our Patrons Alex Nuche, Christian Payne, Gage Ewing, Ryan Whynot, Temirlan, 2 Lives Left, Chad Keeler, Harli Shae Smith, Brad Smith, Norm Bailey, James Peterson, Ryan Coppens, David Whittenberg, Scott Jarboe, Varun Krishnan, Eric Salinas, Mary Seman, Melissa Davis, Stephen Rockwell, Catrina, Max Wilburn, keith Koenigsberg, LEIII, Vincent Loniello, Simon Toth, DoctorWaterGod, Ruthanne Nava, Martineau Alex, Matthew, Phil, Jaden, Arik Drori, Papersneaker, Steven Peeters, Trey Durango, Julianne, Robbie James, Jason Foreman, Liam, Steven Van Vleet, Marilyn, Zakk Why, Ben Wheeldon, Erik Leazure, KONAL SHARMA, Dušan Živanović, Erik Strandberg, berklie novak-stolz, Kazi Mahin Mahfuz, Tim Van Devender, Andrew Martin, Jason F, Charles Joubert, Youcef Kazwiny, Joy Joslyn, Freeman, Jessica, Pat, Phillip Brooks, Michael Hues, Jacqueline Sinclair, Robert Marsh, Botas, Raza Naqvi (Sid), Jake Colón, Christine Bartholomew & Family, Mr Xoot, Dyonté Houston, Daryl, Rob Weiss, Caleb Holmes, Jeffrey Luce, Kellie Owczarczak, and Brandt Reppond for supporting us this week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-free and a whole week early.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.