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Hello travelers! This week join host Ric at Disneyland as he strolls down Main Street USA to the Disneyland Railroad train station where you'll enjoy the grand circle tour of the park. Then hop in line to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion Holiday seasonal overlay featuring the Nightmare Before Christmas. We are listener supported - contribute to the Dole Whip Fund via Google or Apple Pay. Thanks! Walkabout the World is now on TikTok! Come follow our visual companion to the audio podcast at Walkabout.the.world.pod on TikTok And of course, visit us on Instagram and at walkabouttheworld.com - find links to all the things - attraction episodes, Insta accounts of all the hosts, and even how to buy your own Walkabout shirt! Walkabout The World is a weekly Disney podcast, always recorded on property at Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort with the simple goal of making you feel like you are in the middle of the magic.
Team USA won another FIBA Women's World Cup, but Ric Bucher believes the tournament exposed a decision USA Basketball won't be able to avoid much longer: Is it time to stop worrying about hierarchy and start giving Caitlin Clark a bigger role?On this episode of On The Ball, Ric breaks down what Clark demonstrated while surrounded by elite talent — scoring when necessary, pushing tempo, creating shots for teammates and adapting her game to whatever Team USA needed. He also examines what the tournament revealed about Paige Bueckers, why Angel Reese and Clark may be far more compatible as teammates than their rivalry suggests, and why the shrinking gap between the U.S. and the rest of the world could soon make reputation-based rotation decisions costly.Then Ric uses a revelation about LeBron James' role in assembling the 2024 Olympic team to explain why the Michael Jordan-vs.-LeBron GOAT debate will never be resolved: their supporters aren't simply arguing over players — they're measuring greatness by fundamentally different standards.Ric also revisits the Clippers/Kawhi Leonard fallout, what some predictions about the Toronto trade misunderstood about the NBA's unwritten rules, and Pablo Torre's face-to-face question to Adam Silver about how the league vets its owners.Finally, Ric shares what he's hearing about NBA Europe, why its launch is struggling, EuroLeague's resistance to surrendering control, and one potential NBA strategy: lure several marquee EuroLeague clubs into a rival competition and let the league's financial muscle do the rest.TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Welcome to On The Ball01:28 – What's ahead: Team USA, Adam Silver and NBA Europe02:16 – Team USA's World Cup title draws record attention03:14 – Why playing the final during NFL Sunday wasn't Team USA's fault04:15 – What national-team basketball reveals about star hierarchy04:25 – Paige Bueckers vs. Caitlin Clark: what their roles revealed04:55 – What makes Clark more than a scorer05:32 – Clark adapts her game to Team USA's stars06:28 – Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese: rivals who actually fit together07:15 – What Reese gives Team USA — and what remains missing offensively07:48 – Could Clark and Reese's Team USA experience change their rivalry?08:55 – The international threat to American women's basketball09:30 – Italy nearly punctures Team USA's aura of invincibility10:29 – Why roster politics could eventually cost the U.S.10:44 – Kara Lawson's veteran starting lineup11:19 – Why Team USA looked different with Clark running the offense11:44 – Is USA Basketball underusing Caitlin Clark?12:14 – How Clark changed her game to fit Team USA13:07 – What LeBron James reportedly did to assemble the 2024 Olympic team13:50 – The fundamental difference between Jordan and LeBron15:21 – LeBron's approach: get as much help as possible16:03 – Why Jordan and LeBron supporters will never agree16:48 – “Jordan's dominance was visceral. LeBron's is analytical”17:24 – The Kawhi Leonard trade takes Ric expected to age badly18:02 – The NBA's unwritten rules and why the Clippers weren't backing out18:58 – Pablo Torre confronts Adam Silver19:31 – Should the NBA change how it vets prospective owners?20:13 – The NBA's long history of controversial ownership21:35 – Torre, journalism and “killing the messenger”22:18 – Why salary-cap circumvention can be difficult to uncover22:47 – Trouble for NBA Europe?23:14 – Why the NBA and EuroLeague are headed toward a power struggle23:28 – Could the NBA peel away Europe's biggest clubs?23:58 – In the end, it's still about the money24:03 – Closing thoughts#OnTheBall #RicBucher #CaitlinClark #AngelReese #TeamUSA #USABasketball #FIBA #WNBA #NBA #LeBronJames #MichaelJordan #KawhiLeonard #LAClippers #AdamSilver #PabloTorre #NBAEurope #EuroLeagueSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this episode of RTI: Press Pass, hosts Ryan Sylvia and Ric Butler are breaking down the Vols' big win over Georgia Tech. The guys name their MVPs of the game and discuss some of the biggest storylines coming out of the weekend, including the recent announcement of the 865 Neyland project. Ryan and Ric finish the show by sharing some thoughts and early predictions on the Kennesaw State game this weekend in Neyland Stadium. Download and subscribe TODAY!- - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage:Online: www.RockyTopInsider.comTwitter: @RockyTopInsider Instagram: @RockyTopInsiderTikTok & YouTube: @RockyTopInsider Facebook: Rocky Top InsiderApple Podcasts/Spotify/Amazon: RTI Press PassRTI Writers: @Ric_Butler, @JackFosterMedia, and @RyanTSylvia on TwitterThe RTI Low-Down (Apple/Spotify/YouTube): Bob Baskerville and Chris LowPancakes & Bacon Podcast (Apple/Spotify/YouTube): VFL Kyler Kerbyson and Reed BaconDownload the WATE6+ Smart TV App!- - -#tennessee #vols #tennesseefootball #tennesseebasketball #sec #tennesseevols
Join us and "Be Our Guest" as Sheila, Bill, Gary and Ric celebrate the music that has become such an important part of our Disney lives. Disney music has a way of finding a permanent place in our memories. Sometimes a song takes us back to a favorite movie, sometimes it brings back a special moment in the parks, and sometimes it reminds us of a person or a time in our lives that we never want to forget. No matter how old we get, hearing the right song can make us believe that "There's a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow" waiting just around the corner. On this episode, we each choose some of the Disney songs that mean the most to us and share the stories behind them. Some make us laugh, some bring back memories and others remind us that even when life gets difficult, sometimes all we can do is "The Next Right Thing." But we didn't want this to be only about our choices, so we decided to see "How Far I'll Go" and asked our friends and listeners to join the fun. They sent us their favorite Disney songs along with the reasons behind their choices, and their answers gave us plenty of time for a little "Reflection." Some songs brought back childhood memories. Others were tied to parents, children, spouses, vacations and moments that have stayed with people for years. A few reminded us that sometimes the "Bare Necessities" really are all we need, while others proved that a special song can make you feel like you have the entire "Circle of Life" playing out in just a few minutes. There were songs that made people want to shout "Hakuna Matata," songs that reminded them that "You'll Be in My Heart" can mean something very different depending on who you are thinking about, and songs that showed us just how many memories can be hidden in all the "Colors of the Wind." And somewhere in the middle of it all, Ric even manages to work in his own "Homespun Melody." Of course, Disney music isn't limited to the movies. For many of us, the music of the parks is every bit as powerful. A few notes can transport us back to standing in front of Cinderella Castle watching a nighttime spectacular and making "Wishes" that somehow still feel real years later. Even after the lights come back on and everyone starts heading for the exits, those melodies have a way of following us home to our own "Happily Ever After." And when it comes to Disney music, sometimes you don't even need words. A familiar melody can have your imagination soaring before you realize what you're hearing. Before long, you're mentally flying over mountains, oceans and landscapes and wondering why someone suddenly sprayed the smell of oranges into the room. That's when you know Disney music has really managed to make your spirit "Soarin'." After hearing everyone's stories, there was only one thing left to do. Ric added up the votes to find out which songs our friends and listeners chose most often. We thought we were heading toward a Top 3, but apparently Disney music decided that "We're All in This Together," because a tie turned our Top 3 into a Top 4. Which songs made it to the top? You'll have to listen to find out. We don't want to spoil the surprise, because sometimes it's more fun to "Dig a Little Deeper" and discover the answer for yourself. Thanks for listening to Monorail Tales! If you enjoyed this episode, don't "Let It Go" without subscribing wherever you get your podcasts, leaving us a review and sharing the show with your Disney-loving friends. Keep the magic alive between episodes! Visit MonorailTales.com, join our Monorail Tales Facebook Group and follow us on Instagram. You never know what might be waiting "Just Around the Riverbend," from the latest Disney news and show updates to plenty of Disney fun. Have a question, comment or an idea for a future episode? Don't be a "Poor Unfortunate Soul" sitting there wondering how to reach us. We'd love to hear from you! Contact Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com and tell us what's on your mind. Planning your next Disney vacation? Maybe you've been thinking "I See the Light" at the end of the vacation-planning tunnel, but you aren't quite sure how to get there. Brandi & Ric with The Curated Travel Collection would love to help you plan a magical, stress-free vacation at no additional cost to you. Whether you're dreaming of Disney, Universal, a cruise or an all-inclusive getaway, they can help you discover "A Whole New World" of vacation possibilities and be there every step of the way. Looking to add Disney Vacation Club points or purchase a DVC membership? Don't spend your time "Waiting on a Miracle." Visit our friends at DVC Shop for expert service, outstanding prices and a passion for helping Disney fans make the most of their membership. After all, when your next Disney vacation is calling, sometimes you just have to say, "Here We Go!" From all of us at Monorail Tales, thank you for being part of our Disney family. We hope that no matter where your next adventure takes you, you'll always remember that "You've Got a Friend in Me." Until next time, keep the magic alive, keep making magical memories, and "When You Wish Upon a Star," we hope some of those wishes lead you right back here for the next Monorail Tales adventure!
Steph Curry has earned virtually unlimited goodwill in Golden State. But is that goodwill about to face its toughest test?On this episode of On The Ball, Ric Bucher challenges the annual fantasy that Curry and the Warriors have one more championship run left in them. Golden State is coming off a 37-win season, made no transformative offseason addition and is relying on a 38-year-old superstar whose workload already has to be carefully managed. Yet Curry could remain among the NBA's highest-paid players for years to come.Ric explains why Curry deserves every dollar after transforming the Warriors and the NBA—but also why his salary, age and diminished supporting cast create a late-career situation unlike the ones faced by Magic Johnson, Larry Bird or Michael Jordan. Can Warriors fans simply enjoy Curry's remaining magic without expecting another championship? And if the losses pile up, will they?Ric also looks beyond the NBA storylines the national networks are likely to push, explaining why Oklahoma City and San Antonio are more compelling than LeBron James' first week in Philadelphia, why the Western Conference may be more top-heavy than wide open, and why the Eastern Conference could become the NBA's real battleground after a massive migration and consolidation of star talent.Plus: why last season's panic over tanking was overblown, and Ric closes with a personal remembrance of his former ESPN colleague Barry Melrose and the lesson he took from not reaching out before it was too late.TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Welcome to On The Ball01:16 – The NBA storylines Ric believes actually matter01:40 – Why the LeBron-in-Philadelphia hype misses the point02:55 – OKC and San Antonio: the matchup Ric really wants to see03:40 – The annual Steph Curry “one more ring” fantasy04:25 – Why the Warriors no longer look like contenders05:03 – Curry's next contract and the coming test of Warriors fans05:21 – Ric addresses his history with Golden State06:15 – How team relationships influence sports media coverage07:38 – Why access has become king in sports television07:43 – Ric's real feelings about Steph Curry and the Warriors09:02 – Why the end of the Warriors dynasty fascinates Ric09:30 – What makes Curry different from past NBA icons10:25 – Bird, Magic and Jordan: how legends exited the NBA12:11 – Why Curry's late-career situation is different13:05 – The reality of Golden State's chances in the West14:09 – Does Curry deserve to remain one of the NBA's highest paid?15:16 – Why Curry's salary could eventually create backlash16:07 – The limits of Steph's late-career magic17:03 – The dilemma: Golden State needs more Curry but must play him less17:28 – Enjoy the Steph Curry show—without expecting another trophy18:06 – Why the Eastern Conference could deliver the NBA's best drama18:59 – How deep could the East really be?19:24 – Why the NBA's tanking panic was overblown20:15 – Remembering Barry Melrose21:34 – Ric's regret—and the lesson Barry's death left behind22:41 – Final thoughts and sign-off#NBA #StephenCurry #StephCurry #Warriors #GoldenStateWarriors #LeBronJames #76ers #Thunder #Spurs #EasternConference #BarryMelrose #OnTheBall #RicBucherSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Before Woodstock became one of the most legendary festivals in music history, there was another unforgettable night that almost descended into chaos…In this episode of Beyond the Vibe, I sit down with Ric Lee, legendary drummer of Ten Years After, to hear the stories behind one of the most iconic moments of the 1960s.Ric takes us back to the days surrounding Woodstock, including the wild night before the festival that ended in a riot, what it was really like being part of the Woodstock experience, and the incredible atmosphere surrounding one of rock music's defining events.We also dive into Ten Years After, their legendary performance of I'm Going Home, life on the road, and Ric's memories of playing alongside some of the biggest names of the era.
Was macht man, wenn eine der liebsten Spielereihen ihr 30-jähriges Jubiläum feiert? Richtig: Man zeichnet über 5 Stunden einen Podcast über diese Reihe auf! Ric hat sich heute in aller Ruhe (auch wenn das Sprechtempo teils nicht darauf schließen lässt) die Gesamtheit der Crash Bandicoot Spiele angeschaut und seine Gedanken und Anekdoten dazu zum Besten gegeben. Es geht um Ängste und Faszination für Game Over Screens, alte Aufnahmen mit einem MP3-Player und viel Liebe für ein Franchise, welches mit eines der besten Maskottchen der Playstation 1 Ära hervorgebracht hat. Das von den größten Tops zu den größten Flops.►Intro & Outro von Pascal►Cast 'Em auf Spotify for Podcasters,YouTube & Instagram►Cast 'Em auf SteadyHQ unterstützen►BäckchenBrothers auf Spotify for Podcasters►Rics Projekte und Socials►Zum Community Discord Server►Rics Equipment:Shure SM7dB + Motu M4►Outdoor:Shure Beta 58A + Zoom H6 Essential►Aufnahme & Bearbeitung:Audacity, Adobe Audition CC
Hope you brought a snack, your stomach will most definitely be growling after this episode! Ric and Gina discuss Ric's top 10 favorite eats he had during his vacation at Walt Disney World. Ric's list covers everything from snacks to meals both sweet and savory! Back to the Magic is the flagship podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at www.407vacations.comGet all your Disney Parks news from the official 407 Blog at https://407vacations.com/blog
Check out an all-new episode of the RTI: Press Pass as hosts Ric Butler and Ryan Sylvia are getting you ready for Tennessee Football Week 1 action against Furman on Saturday afternoon in Knoxville. The guys start the show by discussing some of their biggest fall camp takeaways, including stat projection leaders and positions to watch this weekend. Ric and Ryan also take a quick look at the Furman Paladins before wrapping up the show with a Tennessee Football College Football Playoffs projection. All that and more, subscribe today!- - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage:Online: www.RockyTopInsider.comTwitter: @RockyTopInsider Instagram: @RockyTopInsiderTikTok & YouTube: @RockyTopInsider Facebook: Rocky Top InsiderApple Podcasts/Spotify/Amazon: RTI Press PassRTI Writers: @Ric_Butler, @JackFosterMedia, and @RyanTSylvia on TwitterThe RTI Low-Down (Apple/Spotify/YouTube): Bob Baskerville and Chris LowDownload the WATE6+ Smart TV App!- - -#tennessee #vols #tennesseefootball #tennesseebasketball #sec #tennesseevols
Why do some teams innovate, collaborate, and thrive while others struggle in silence?On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Ric talks with leadership expert, organizational consultant, and author Timothy R. Clark about The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety and why psychological safety is essential to creating high-performing teams and innovative organizations.Psychological safety creates an environment where people feel able to speak up, ask questions, contribute ideas, make mistakes, and challenge the status quo without fear of punishment or humiliation. Timothy's framework identifies four progressive stages: Inclusion Safety, Learner Safety, Contributor Safety, and Challenger Safety.During the conversation, Timothy explains how fear can quietly undermine workplace performance and how leaders can replace it with trust, accountability, collaboration, and a culture where employees feel empowered to contribute. He also discusses why psychological safety doesn't mean lowering standards—instead, it can help organizations create an environment where both candor and high performance can flourish.Whether you're a CEO, manager, entrepreneur, team leader, HR professional, or employee, this conversation offers practical insights into creating stronger workplace cultures, improving communication, encouraging innovation, and unlocking the potential of every member of a team.This Week in America with Ric Bratton features engaging conversations with authors, experts, innovators, business leaders, and thought leaders from around the world. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Ric Bratton, the program brings listeners informative, entertaining, and thought-provoking interviews covering books, business, health, personal development, history, entertainment, and the issues that matter.Discover how Timothy R. Clark's four stages of psychological safety can help leaders build trust, encourage innovation, improve employee engagement, and create stronger, higher-performing teams.KEYWORDS Timothy R. Clark, Timothy Clark, The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety, psychological safety, high-performing teams, leadership, workplace culture, organizational culture, team performance, employee engagement, inclusion safety, learner safety, contributor safety, challenger safety, innovation, workplace trust, leadership development, team building, employee communication, organizational leadership, business leadership, management, company culture, collaboration, accountability, inclusive leadership, workplace innovation, employee retention, leadership podcast, business podcast, author interview, Ric Bratton, This Week in America
Why do some teams innovate, collaborate, and thrive while others struggle in silence?On this episode of This Week in America with Ric Bratton, Ric talks with leadership expert, organizational consultant, and author Timothy R. Clark about The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety and why psychological safety is essential to creating high-performing teams and innovative organizations.Psychological safety creates an environment where people feel able to speak up, ask questions, contribute ideas, make mistakes, and challenge the status quo without fear of punishment or humiliation. Timothy's framework identifies four progressive stages: Inclusion Safety, Learner Safety, Contributor Safety, and Challenger Safety.During the conversation, Timothy explains how fear can quietly undermine workplace performance and how leaders can replace it with trust, accountability, collaboration, and a culture where employees feel empowered to contribute. He also discusses why psychological safety doesn't mean lowering standards—instead, it can help organizations create an environment where both candor and high performance can flourish.Whether you're a CEO, manager, entrepreneur, team leader, HR professional, or employee, this conversation offers practical insights into creating stronger workplace cultures, improving communication, encouraging innovation, and unlocking the potential of every member of a team.This Week in America with Ric Bratton features engaging conversations with authors, experts, innovators, business leaders, and thought leaders from around the world. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Ric Bratton, the program brings listeners informative, entertaining, and thought-provoking interviews covering books, business, health, personal development, history, entertainment, and the issues that matter.Discover how Timothy R. Clark's four stages of psychological safety can help leaders build trust, encourage innovation, improve employee engagement, and create stronger, higher-performing teams.KEYWORDS Timothy R. Clark, Timothy Clark, The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety, psychological safety, high-performing teams, leadership, workplace culture, organizational culture, team performance, employee engagement, inclusion safety, learner safety, contributor safety, challenger safety, innovation, workplace trust, leadership development, team building, employee communication, organizational leadership, business leadership, management, company culture, collaboration, accountability, inclusive leadership, workplace innovation, employee retention, leadership podcast, business podcast, author interview, Ric Bratton, This Week in America
In a world where AI can generate almost any information on demand, traditional info-product businesses are quietly collapsing and many founders don't yet realize why they feel so stuck. In this episode, returning guest Ric Thompson of TemporalRead explains why “information is free, but wisdom, judgment, and human connection are more valuable than ever” and how founders can adapt before they get left behind. Ric dives into how AI has blown up the old model of selling static courses, PDFs, and information products. Instead of competing with AI on raw knowledge (a losing game), Ric shows why the real leverage is in who you are: your unique perspective, decision-making, and ability to connect with people. They explore how books, podcasts, and content are shifting from being revenue engines to credibility and authority assets that drive done-for-you services, implementation, and deeper client relationships. A key theme of the conversation is Ric's concept of the three critical alignments every founder needs: alignment with yourself, alignment between you and your business model, and alignment with present-day reality. If your business no longer fits who you are, or ignores today's economic and technological landscape you experience friction, plateaus, and that “I'm doing everything right, but nothing's working” feeling. Ric explains why so many entrepreneurs struggle when they try to follow a mentor's blueprint that was built for a completely different personality, skill set, or era. Ric also digs into the broader forces reshaping business: relentless AI acceleration, years of inflation affecting your buyers, and a massive changing of the guard as many established experts simply opt out rather than adapt. Inside that disruption is opportunity for founders willing to rethink their role, lean into AI as a leverage tool, and intentionally design businesses that showcase their humanity instead of hiding it. They even flip the classic advice about building owner-independent companies, discussing how you can now “clone” your voice, judgment, and presence with AI so that your personal brand actually becomes a sellable asset rather than a liability. To help founders get unstuck, Ric shares his diagnostic approach clearing the “fog” around what's really capping your growth. He introduces a simple assessment at temporalread.com/gift/plank, designed to reveal the five core structural reasons an established business stops growing and which one is holding you back right now. Rather than guessing, binging more content, or endlessly chatting with AI, you can answer a focused set of questions about the business you're actually running and get clarity on your true constraint. https://youtu.be/qKYCnBNb8jo?si=OJsBAn_86L4xGoRo The episode wraps with a powerful insight inspired by Marcus Aurelius: “What stands in the way becomes the way.” Ric explains how understanding your constraints, who you're not, what doesn't work for you, where the market has shifted doesn't limit you; it points you to your real path forward. If you're a founder feeling misaligned, overwhelmed by AI, or uncertain about your next move, this conversation will help you see how to compete in an AI-driven world by becoming more yourself, not less. Quotes: “You can't beat AI at knowledge. You can only compete by doing what AI cannot do: wisdom, judgment, and human connection.” “The world is not what it was two years ago, and if your business hasn't kept up with that, you're in trouble.” "For decades we were told that to sell a business, the owner had to step out. Now, if I can throw everything about me into AI, I can go along with the business when it gets sold." Contact Details: Find the Constraint Your Strategy Keeps Missing → Apply for The Temporal Read Connect with Ric Thompson on LinkedIn for Smarter Business Strategies and Insights Follow Ric Thompson on Facebook and Stay in the Conversation
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Shagg Makino Counting Countries has been to 169 countries Hey now, I am your host, Ric Gazarian. In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Shagg Makino. Shagg is a part-time resident of Bangkok, and we have met socially several times this year. Shagg will also be joining over 200 people at the Extraordinary Travel Festival. I was in Bangkok while Shagg was also in Bangkok for this recording. Please listen in and enjoy.
Josslyn takes the job, Chase is oblivious, and Donna throws a party! Avery's prognosis is SORAS while Rocco sneaks off to visit Scout? Ric attempts maturity, Alexis confronts Willow, Ava spikes Jack's drink, and Kai prepares for trouble! All this and more on the 10th Floor! #GH #generalhospital Spoiler Alert! Beware of General Hospital Spoilers ahead! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/10thFloorGH Please support the show on Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/10thfloor Venmo @Matthew-Theall Official GH Fan Club: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialGHFC
Ric Bucher examines Enes Kanter Freedom's WNBA protest and why his real target may be the NBA — a league he believes ended his career to protect its business interests.Then, Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis' revelation that he's been discouraged from shooting mid-range jumpers launches a deeper look at how analytics have reshaped — and homogenized — NBA basketball. Plus: Caitlin Clark's evolution, Stephen A. Smith's WNBA take, Jalen Brunson's old-school brilliance and whether load management is actually making players more vulnerable.00:00 – Welcome to On The Ball01:16 – Enes Kanter Freedom, the WNBA and the controversy04:27 – Challenging the WNBA's eligibility rules07:16 – Is Kanter Freedom really supporting women?10:30 – Ric's perspective from years around women's basketball13:44 – Why Kanter Freedom's real target may be the NBA15:21 – Caitlin Clark's evolution and Stephen A. Smith's WNBA take16:35 – Matas Buzelis and the NBA's war on the mid-range18:23 – How analytics took over NBA basketball21:20 – The math behind eliminating the mid-range22:24 – What analytics fail to measure23:48 – Kenny Atkinson and analytics taken to the extreme25:40 – How distinctive NBA offensive systems disappeared26:48 – Jalen Brunson proves old-school basketball still works27:41 – Load management, injuries and unintended consequences28:14 – Why modern NBA basketball has become too formulaic28:46 – Closing thoughts#NBA #WNBA #EnesKanterFreedom #MatasBuzelis #CaitlinClark #JalenBrunson #ChicagoBulls #OnTheBall #RicBucherSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join us as Sheila, Bill and Ric take a look at what's coming to Disney+ in September! There is plenty to talk about this month, including the Disney+ premiere of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, along with its official podcast and a new LEGO Star Wars special. Disney+ also adds Spider-Man: Far From Home, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Kraven the Hunter, new episodes of Disney Jr. Ariel – The Little Mermaid, The Simpsons Season 37, and a new Halloween episode of Marvel's Spidey and the Avengers. Dancing with the Stars returns for Season 35, with live episodes on Disney+ and next-day streaming on Hulu, along with the return of the official Dancing with the Stars podcast. Sheila, Bill and Ric share some of the titles that caught their attention, what they are most looking forward to watching, and what they have been watching since the last episode. Thanks for listening to Monorail Tales! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, leave us a review, and share the show with your Disney-loving friends. Keep the magic alive between episodes! Visit MonorailTales.com, join our Monorail Tales Facebook Group, and follow us on Instagram for the latest Disney news, show updates, and plenty of Disney fun. Have a question, comment, or an idea for a future episode? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com. Planning your next Disney vacation? Brandi & Ric with The Curated Travel Collection would love to help you plan a magical, stress-free vacation at no additional cost to you. Whether you're dreaming of Disney, Universal, a cruise, or an all-inclusive getaway, they're here to help every step of the way. Looking to add Disney Vacation Club points or purchase a DVC membership? Be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for expert service, outstanding prices, and a passion for helping Disney fans make the most of their membership. From all of us at Monorail Tales, thank you for being part of our Disney family. Until next time, keep the magic alive... keep making magical memories... and we'll see you on the next Monorail Tales adventure!
A Table at the Tan-O: Conversations About the World of General Hospital
Emotions are running high in Port Charles! Alexis is yelling at Willow, and Willow is yelling at Alexis. Felicia is scolding Jack. Nina is scolding Willow, and then Jack. And Jack is scolding Nina. And Sonny is treating Ava very badly, which may lead to her behaving very badly. Plus, Elizabeth is flirting with Dante right in front of Ric! And she's wearing high heels at the hospital! What are we supposed to make of this? Also, Joss had a painfully long conversation with Hudson, and it could have been an email. On the bright side, we are looking forward to watching Lucas and Joe decorate their apartment! #mauricebenard #kellythiebaud #rogerhowarth #maurawest #steveburton #delirious #barshampoo #daydrinkingwithsethmeyers #hillstreetblues #kinshriner #nicholaschavez #afterlife #rickygervais #hallandoates #superstore #freaksandgeeks #freefallin #alanarkin #newgirl #lamornemorris #colonoscopy #takethenap #alleymills #billylibby #chickadee #fortgorgeous #robertgossett #daydrinkingwithsethmeyers #marcuscoloma #useastaplegun #riptwitch #ripepiphany #ripsonyaeddy #waywardchickadee #barshampoo #ripmiffy #lovedogs #justinebateman #brookeshields #neilgaiman #dnice #cq #deborahcox #malcolmjamalwarner #lume #godzillaminusone #ripjacklynzeman #jasonmomoa #adambelanoff #thecloser #majorcrimes #wings #murphybrown #thecosbyshow #pinkalicious #ripbillymiller #ripmatthewperry #riptylerchristopher #riplesliecharleson #ripandrebraugher #ripjohnnywactor #dutchbarnvodka #chadduell #rickygervaisrobot #colinfromaccounts #ripanthonygeary #johnoliver
#bible #biblia #Jesus #JesusChrist #godsword In this episode, Ric and Mary discuss the reasons behind our belief in God's Word. We must examine God's Word alongside our hearts and feelings to discern the truth, especially in times of conflict. When we feel offended by what Scripture teaches, we need to turn our minds toward God rather than relying on our own thoughts.
Send us Fan MailRic Holcomb Jr. comes to Playing 4 Keeps with a dating rule that is guaranteed to start a conversation: don't date baddies.Ric says some of his worst dating experiences came from the women he considered the most attractive. From constantly dealing with other men approaching his partners to jealousy, material expectations, and relationships becoming more complicated as attention increased, Ric explains why he believes dating a “10” can come with more than just good looks. DJ challenges that theory and asks whether the real issue is beauty or simply choosing the wrong type of woman. Then Ric tells the story of a date that went completely left. She told him she only went to expensive restaurants, barely held a conversation once they got there, sent her food back twice, and left Ric wondering why he had agreed to the date in the first place. His solution? Put money on the table and leave. The conversation also gets into male jealousy, dating someone with “motion,” independence, money, faith, intelligence, and what Ric says a woman needs to bring to the table if she wants to date him today. Guest: Ric Holcomb Jr. Instagram: @ricmystroholcombjrSubscribe to Playing 4 Keeps for dating stories, relationship debates, red flags, lessons learned, and conversations about what modern dating really looks like.Support the showDating is a mess, but we keep it moving. Want to be a guest on Playing 4 Keeps? Click Here to submit your application.Produced by Organized MovementsRecorded at PriviCast StudioVisit our Website playing4keepsdating.com
It's time for another Back to the Magic game day! Ric and Gina are playing a round of the classic "headbands" but with a Disney Parks twist. They're taking turns guessing the word on the card they have on their head with subjects strictly found around Walt Disney World. Back to the Magic is the flagship podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at www.407vacations.comGet all your Disney Parks news from the official 407 Blog at https://407vacations.com/blog
Tony Sciarrino is the Head of BMO Commercial Bank, U.S., where he is responsible for shaping the bank's commercial banking strategy, expanding client relationships, and overseeing the overall financial performance of the business. He leads nearly 3,000 team members dedicated to providing integrated financial solutions, including commercial lending, treasury and payment services, investment banking, real estate banking, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and capital markets support. As a member of the BMO U.S. Management Committee, Tony plays a key role in driving the bank's growth and strategic direction. With more than three decades of banking experience, Tony has built an accomplished career leading commercial banking teams and driving market expansion. Before joining BMO, he held senior leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America Merrill Lynch, where he specialized in commercial banking, client acquisition, strategic debt, treasury, and capital markets solutions. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of San Diego and completed the prestigious Harvard Business School Presidents Program for Leadership. Beyond his professional achievements, Tony is deeply involved in the business and nonprofit community. He serves on the boards of several respected organizations, including the California Chamber of Commerce, YPO Los Angeles, and the LA Sports Council, and has previously held leadership roles with the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation and the LA Chamber of Commerce. Recognized multiple times by the Los Angeles Business Journal as one of the LA500's most influential executives, Tony is widely respected for his leadership, commitment to business excellence, and dedication to strengthening the communities he serves. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County. Learn more about Ric at www.ricfranzi.com.
Is the papal chair truly occupied — or could it have been vacant for decades?It's a question that challenges some of the most fundamental assumptions about the modern Catholic Church.Our guest is author and theologian Griff Ruby, whose two-volume Sede Vacante! series takes an extensive look at Catholic doctrine, Church authority, Vatican II and the controversial theological position known as sedevacantism.Ruby examines sixteen areas of Catholic doctrine and asks whether what has happened within the Church since Vatican II can be reconciled with its traditional teachings.Raised without a religious upbringing, Ruby's own search for answers eventually led him to Christianity, Catholicism and ultimately Traditional Catholicism.So what does he believe happened to the Catholic Church? What role did Vatican II play? And what does Sede Vacante — literally, “vacant chair” — mean for Catholics today?We'll ask Griff Ruby. He joins us on This Week in America.This Week in America with Ric Bratton features conversations with authors, experts and newsmakers from across the country and around the world. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Ric Bratton, the program brings listeners informative and thought-provoking interviews covering books, health, history, current issues, personal development and more.Listen to This Week in America and discover compelling authors, fascinating books and conversations that inform, inspire and make you think.In this conversation, Ric and Griff explore challenging questions surrounding Vatican II, Lumen Gentium, papal succession, Catholic doctrine, Traditional Catholicism and the identity and authority of the modern Catholic Church.Whether listeners agree with Ruby's conclusions or reject them, Sede Vacante! raises fundamental questions about faith, tradition, authority and what it means for the Catholic Church to remain the same Church throughout history.https://mrubipetrus.comYoutube tags (inserted in the tag field) Griff Ruby, Sede Vacante, Sede Vacante Griff Ruby, sedevacantism, sedevacantist, Catholic Church, Vatican II, Second Vatican Council, Lumen Gentium, Traditional Catholicism, Catholic theology, Catholic doctrine, Catholic ecclesiology, papal succession, papacy, Pope Francis, Catholic tradition, Catholic faith, Catholic history, modern Catholic Church, traditional Catholics, religious books, Christian theology, This Week in America, Ric Bratton, author interviewKeywords: Griff Ruby, Sede Vacante, Sede Vacante Griff Ruby, sedevacantism, sedevacantist, Catholic Church, Vatican II, Second Vatican Council, Lumen Gentium, Traditional Catholicism, traditional Catholics, Catholic theology, Catholic doctrine, Catholic ecclesiology, papal succession, papacy, Catholic tradition, Catholic faith, Catholic history, Church authority, modern Catholic Church, religious books, Christian theology, Christianity, author interview, book interview, Ric Bratton, This Week in America
Lucas lands an apartment at Marina Towers, only for Lucy to show the same unit to Joe a short time later, seemingly without realizing her own listing was already leased. Willow moves back onto Quartermaine grounds, Kai finally stands up to her, Curtis says goodbye before heading to Pentonville, Sonny opens up to Anna about therapy, and more! Find us on Spotify or GeneralHospitalPodcast.com. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This week's topics: *Lucas gets the apartment and keys *Lucy shows the same unit to Joe *Willow moves into the gatehouse *Brook Lynn's guilt and hit-and-run suspect theories *Charlotte and Danny's boat trip *Josslyn, Michael, and the JJE CEO search *Kai resigns and confronts Willow *Trina, Gio, and the Simon meeting *Sonny and Anna's conversation *Anna meets Tristan Roberts *Jason and Britt reconnect, but Joss confronts them *Curtis says goodbye and heads to Pentonville *Jordan takes a job at Aurora *Lucy and Serena at the pool *Ava and Drew's art deal *Carly and Valentin's relationship *Ric's proposal plan falls apart *Lulu and Laura talk about love *Donna's barbecue invitations *Sonny visits Sidwell #SoapTok #GeneralHospital #Podcast #gh #ghupdates #generalhospitalpodcast #lucycoe #joefitzpatrick #carlyspencer #josslynjacks # #ninareeves #valentincassadine #willowcain #harrisonchase #michaelcorinthos #sonnycorinthos #charlottecassadine #dannymorgan #jasonmorgan #elizabethbaldwin #luluspencer #avajerome #lucasjones #robertscorpio #annadevane #isaiahgannon #portiarobinson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're listening to Bardtenders! In this episode of "The Mixing Glass", Ric deMontmollin discusses what it takes to bring a distillery in a small town to life, the importance of building communities, and his career in the world of hospitality. ------------Ric deMontmollin has been in the alcohol industry for over 20 year and has worked in all facets of the hospitality industry. Ric has worked as a bar back, bartender, bar manager, business owner, brewer, distiller, and political advocate. Today Ric is the VP of Production for the St. Augustine Distillery and City Gate Spirits located in St. Augustine, Florida. The St. Augustine Distillery was founded in 2013 and is located in a restored 1917 historic ice plant in St. Augustine, Florida where it is dedicated to crafting spirits with a thoughtful balance of tradition and innovation. Distilling in Florida's unique maritime climate, the team takes an intentional approach to the decisions that shape each spirit, from fermentation through maturation.Outside of work, Ric's passions are his family (Dana, Ravioli and Ziti), his 5 year-long D&D campaign, his teams - Bayern Munich and West Ham, and his close friends and music.Support the show
Sonny visits Sidwell! Molly picks a book event, Ric sees Liz and Dante in a delicate pose, while Drew tries to recruit allies! Curtis reports to jail, Isaiah and Portia reconnect, and Joss seeks a CEO! Lulu struggles and Valentin cooks! All this and more on the 10th Floor! #GH #generalhospital Spoiler Alert! Beware of General Hospital Spoilers ahead! Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/10thFloorGH Please support the show on Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/10thfloor Venmo @Matthew-Theall Official GH Fan Club: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialGHFC
This week's General Hospital recap focuses on Curtis's goodbye tour and Willow's never-occurring downfall! Also, Ric sees more of Dante than he bargained for! #generalhospital #gh #soapopera #soaps
What if the truth you were searching for made you question everything you thought you knew?Author Carol Snow joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss her gripping psychological thriller, The Girl on the Beach.Sonia and Graham Starr appear to have everything—wealth, success, a beautiful beach house, and their beloved four-year-old daughter, Roxie. But their seemingly perfect life is shattered when Roxie disappears into the Pacific Ocean.Months later, Roxie's former nanny, Colleen, returns to the Starrs' beach house carrying guilt, confusion, and unanswered questions. Then she sees something impossible: a child on the beach who looks remarkably like Roxie.Colleen never believed the little girl, who was afraid of the surf, would have entered the ocean on her own. Determined to discover what really happened, she begins searching for answers—only to find herself questioning what she sees, what she remembers, and whom she can trust.Carol Snow talks with Ric about creating a psychological thriller built around memory, perception, family secrets, guilt, trust, and deception, as well as the challenge of delivering twists without giving readers the answers too soon. The Girl on the Beach ultimately poses a haunting question: Who can we trust when we can't even trust ourselves?This Week in America with Ric Bratton is heard on more than 100 radio stations and podcast platforms worldwide, featuring conversations with authors, experts, innovators, and thought leaders from across the country and around the world.If you enjoy psychological thrillers, missing-person mysteries, domestic suspense, unreliable narrators, family secrets, and novels packed with unexpected twists, don't miss Ric Bratton's conversation with Carol Snow about The Girl on the Beach.Keywords: Carol Snow, The Girl on the Beach, Carol Snow author, psychological thriller, psychological suspense, thriller books, mystery books, missing child mystery, domestic thriller, domestic suspense, family secrets, unreliable narrator, suspense novels, beach read thriller, mystery thriller, crime fiction, Crooked Lane Books, author interview, book interview, Ric Bratton, This Week in America, TWIA podcast
What does it mean to truly answer a calling—even when doing so could cost you everything?Authors Marlena Fiol and Ed O'Connor join Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss Called…a True Story, an inspiring saga of faith, courage, sacrifice, adventure, and the extraordinary power of a life devoted to serving others.Set against the turbulent backdrop of World War II, Nazi uprisings, political unrest in Argentina and Paraguay, and the devastating impact of untreated leprosy, Called tells the remarkable true story of physician Dr. John Schmidt and nurse Clara Schmidt.John and Clara commit themselves to fighting poverty, disease, stigma, and social injustice in Paraguay. Their mission takes them into communities desperately in need of medical care and puts them in conflict with powerful forces determined to stop them.Their unconventional and groundbreaking medical practices are rejected by members of the medical establishment. Governments threaten them with imprisonment. Neighboring villagers threaten their lives. Yet John and Clara continue their mission, driven by faith, compassion, and a determination to bring dignity and hope to people society had forgotten.Spanning six decades, Called combines history, romance, medicine, faith, danger, and adventure while exploring the very human cost of choosing service over personal comfort and safety.Marlena Fiol and Ed O'Connor talk with Ric about bringing this remarkable true story to life, the real people who inspired the book, John and Clara's battle against the stigma surrounding leprosy, and the lessons their lives offer us today about courage, mercy, perseverance, and answering our own calling.At the heart of their extraordinary journey is Dr. John's favorite scripture: “Do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God.”Some people have a story. John and Clara Schmidt had a mission.This Week in America with Ric Bratton is heard on more than 100 radio stations and podcast platforms worldwide, featuring conversations with authors, experts, innovators, and thought leaders from across the country and around the world.For listeners interested in inspiring true stories, historical fiction based on real events, medical pioneers, Christian faith, humanitarian service, Paraguay, leprosy, social justice, courage, romance, and stories of people who dedicate their lives to helping others, don't miss Ric Bratton's conversation with Marlena Fiol and Ed O'Connor about Called…a True Story.Keywords: Marlena Fiol, Ed O'Connor, Called a True Story, Called book, Dr. John Schmidt, Clara Schmidt, Paraguay, Paraguay history, medical pioneers, leprosy, leprosy treatment, Mennonite nurse, physician, World War II, Argentina, inspirational true story, historical fiction, historical novel, faith, Christian faith, humanitarian service, medical mission, social justice, courage, perseverance, inspirational books, true story books, author interview, book interview, Ric Bratton, This Week in America, TWIA podcast
What if the truth you were searching for made you question everything you thought you knew?Author Carol Snow joins Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss her gripping psychological thriller, The Girl on the Beach.Sonia and Graham Starr appear to have everything—wealth, success, a beautiful beach house, and their beloved four-year-old daughter, Roxie. But their seemingly perfect life is shattered when Roxie disappears into the Pacific Ocean.Months later, Roxie's former nanny, Colleen, returns to the Starrs' beach house carrying guilt, confusion, and unanswered questions. Then she sees something impossible: a child on the beach who looks remarkably like Roxie.Colleen never believed the little girl, who was afraid of the surf, would have entered the ocean on her own. Determined to discover what really happened, she begins searching for answers—only to find herself questioning what she sees, what she remembers, and whom she can trust.Carol Snow talks with Ric about creating a psychological thriller built around memory, perception, family secrets, guilt, trust, and deception, as well as the challenge of delivering twists without giving readers the answers too soon. The Girl on the Beach ultimately poses a haunting question: Who can we trust when we can't even trust ourselves?This Week in America with Ric Bratton is heard on more than 100 radio stations and podcast platforms worldwide, featuring conversations with authors, experts, innovators, and thought leaders from across the country and around the world.If you enjoy psychological thrillers, missing-person mysteries, domestic suspense, unreliable narrators, family secrets, and novels packed with unexpected twists, don't miss Ric Bratton's conversation with Carol Snow about The Girl on the Beach.Keywords: Carol Snow, The Girl on the Beach, Carol Snow author, psychological thriller, psychological suspense, thriller books, mystery books, missing child mystery, domestic thriller, domestic suspense, family secrets, unreliable narrator, suspense novels, beach read thriller, mystery thriller, crime fiction, Crooked Lane Books, author interview, book interview, Ric Bratton, This Week in America, TWIA podcast
What does it mean to truly answer a calling—even when doing so could cost you everything?Authors Marlena Fiol and Ed O'Connor join Ric Bratton on This Week in America to discuss Called…a True Story, an inspiring saga of faith, courage, sacrifice, adventure, and the extraordinary power of a life devoted to serving others.Set against the turbulent backdrop of World War II, Nazi uprisings, political unrest in Argentina and Paraguay, and the devastating impact of untreated leprosy, Called tells the remarkable true story of physician Dr. John Schmidt and nurse Clara Schmidt.John and Clara commit themselves to fighting poverty, disease, stigma, and social injustice in Paraguay. Their mission takes them into communities desperately in need of medical care and puts them in conflict with powerful forces determined to stop them.Their unconventional and groundbreaking medical practices are rejected by members of the medical establishment. Governments threaten them with imprisonment. Neighboring villagers threaten their lives. Yet John and Clara continue their mission, driven by faith, compassion, and a determination to bring dignity and hope to people society had forgotten.Spanning six decades, Called combines history, romance, medicine, faith, danger, and adventure while exploring the very human cost of choosing service over personal comfort and safety.Marlena Fiol and Ed O'Connor talk with Ric about bringing this remarkable true story to life, the real people who inspired the book, John and Clara's battle against the stigma surrounding leprosy, and the lessons their lives offer us today about courage, mercy, perseverance, and answering our own calling.At the heart of their extraordinary journey is Dr. John's favorite scripture: “Do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God.”Some people have a story. John and Clara Schmidt had a mission.This Week in America with Ric Bratton is heard on more than 100 radio stations and podcast platforms worldwide, featuring conversations with authors, experts, innovators, and thought leaders from across the country and around the world.For listeners interested in inspiring true stories, historical fiction based on real events, medical pioneers, Christian faith, humanitarian service, Paraguay, leprosy, social justice, courage, romance, and stories of people who dedicate their lives to helping others, don't miss Ric Bratton's conversation with Marlena Fiol and Ed O'Connor about Called…a True Story.Keywords: Marlena Fiol, Ed O'Connor, Called a True Story, Called book, Dr. John Schmidt, Clara Schmidt, Paraguay, Paraguay history, medical pioneers, leprosy, leprosy treatment, Mennonite nurse, physician, World War II, Argentina, inspirational true story, historical fiction, historical novel, faith, Christian faith, humanitarian service, medical mission, social justice, courage, perseverance, inspirational books, true story books, author interview, book interview, Ric Bratton, This Week in America, TWIA podcast
On episode 380 of the PC Update, Dante is playing Uno Reverse for all the nephew's out there, turning his uncle's girlfriend into his. Curtis leaves Jordan in Michael's very capable hands. Lulu has given up on love, so why not Ric. This episode covers GH episodes from August 17th - 21st, 2026 *Music provided by Scott Holmes (song name - Electronic Vibes).
Ric Bucher opens this episode of On The Ball by addressing the backlash to his recent WNBA commentary — including criticism from former ESPN colleague Jemele Hill — and explains why he believes social-media outrage routinely turns nuanced arguments into something they were never intended to be.Then comes the bigger NBA issue: Are teams still being constructed primarily to win championships?The four-team trade sending Peyton Watson from the Denver Nuggets to the Cleveland Cavaliers is the latest example of why Ric believes instant NBA trade grades are nearly worthless. Denver didn't lose Watson because it suddenly decided he wasn't worth keeping. His new contract would've pushed the Nuggets' luxury-tax bill from roughly $68 million to more than $220 million. The real mistake, Ric argues, came years earlier, when organizational dysfunction between former coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth squandered precious seasons of Nikola Jokic's prime.Ric applies the same long-term test to the Celtics' Jaylen Brown trade, the Clippers' acquisition of Max Strus, and other moves increasingly dictated by the NBA's punitive second apron. The result? Instead of asking how Denver can put another championship roster around Jokic, fans are left discussing tax bills, cap sheets and whether Jokic eventually needs to leave.But the money isn't the only thing changing the league. Ric examines the transformation of NBA ownership from locally rooted businessmen who viewed players as employees into globally connected billionaires who may see franchise ownership as membership in an exclusive social club — with superstar players becoming prized relationships as much as prized employees. That shift, he argues, has changed the balance of power among owners, stars, agents and even the reporters who cover them.Has the modern NBA become better at creating billionaires than creating champions?00:00 — Welcome to On The Ball01:15 — Why Ric changed the show's introduction02:20 — Responding to the backlash over the WNBA episode03:13 — Jemele Hill's criticism and what Ric actually said04:49 — The question about WNBA broadcast diversity05:15 — Lynx-Valkyries and the problem with “safe” commentary07:15 — Transgender athletes and what Ric says his argument actually was09:01 — Men's scout teams, women's basketball and competitive advantage10:12 — Peyton Watson traded: why Denver's return isn't the real story11:32 — Why Ric says NBA trade grades are “worthless”12:16 — Why Denver couldn't afford Watson's $88 million deal13:00 — The real Nuggets failure: Malone, Booth and wasted Jokic years14:15 — How close Denver may have been to more championships15:08 — Why Jokic's best championship window may already have been squandered15:52 — Cleveland's tax savings and the contradiction in grading the trade16:45 — Denver's real grade: wasting two prime Jokic seasons16:59 — Jalen Brown to Philadelphia: why that trade can't be graded yet18:19 — Boston's squandered opportunities with Brown and Tatum18:41 — Clippers get Max Strus — but what's their actual plan?19:57 — Giannis, Jokic, Steph and the Clippers' possible 2027 strategy20:25 — The NBA's second apron is changing the purpose of trades21:00 — Denver's “yard sale” and why Jokic departure talk is inevitable21:51 — Jalen Brunson's sacrifice vs. what Jokic may eventually face22:43 — How a new generation of NBA owners changed the league23:37 — Are NBA teams becoming billionaire status symbols?24:07 — From employees to “wingmen”: how owners now view superstars25:03 — Steve Ballmer, Kawhi Leonard and modern owner-player relationships25:28 — How agents and NBA newsbreakers became intertwined26:36 — Why losing old-school owners like Jeanie Buss matters27:27 — What disappearing local ownership means for NBA fans27:40 — Closing thoughts#NBA #NikolaJokic #DenverNuggets #PeytonWatson #ClevelandCavaliers #BostonCeltics #JalenBrown #WNBA #JemeleHill #JeanieBuss #Lakers #NBATrades #OnTheBall #RicBucherSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
So. Much. News!!! The Walt Disney Company recently hosted their D23 Convention, AKA the biggest Disney fan event of the year! While at D23, the Walt Disney Company made a plethora of announcements pertaining to the future of Walt Disney World. This week, Ric and Gina are breaking down each and every announcement about Walt Disney World sharing their thoughts, opinions, and hope for the future! Back to the Magic is the flagship podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at www.407vacations.comGet all your Disney Parks news from the official 407 Blog at https://407vacations.com/blog
Former NBA player and Atlanta Hawks GM Landry Fields joins Ric Bucher for a special edition of On The Ball to pull back the curtain on Project B, the ambitious new global basketball league aiming to rethink how professional basketball is played, presented and consumed.Fields, now Project B's head of men's basketball, confirms that players are already signed, says recognizable names are coming to the men's side and reveals that announcements should begin rolling out soon. He explains why Project B believes it can lure elite talent with player equity, fewer games and back-to-backs, competitive compensation, greater career longevity and opportunities to build truly global brands. Fields also lays out Project B's unusual F1-style global model, integrating men and women on the same platform while taking events to cities and countries around the world. He discusses the worldwide search for talent, why the women are currently leading Project B's development, and what he learned about leadership, culture and decision-making from stops with the San Antonio Spurs, Atlanta Hawks and Overtime Elite.Fields also gets candid about his Hawks tenure and the lesson he carries forward: when you're the decision-maker, set the vision, own the vision and build toward it.And, yes, Ric also uncovers one of the more unexpected chapters of Fields' résumé: the former Knick once impersonated Nicki Minaj, Pitbull and Lionel Richie on national television. TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Landry Fields joins On The Ball 00:49 – Nicki Minaj or launching a global basketball league: which is harder? 03:00 – How Fields unexpectedly became a TV singing competitor 04:21 – Why Project B appealed to Fields 05:50 – The F1-style vision for a global basketball league 07:37 – Igor Kokoškov and Project B's player-development plan 08:17 – How Project B can recruit men against the NBA and EuroLeague 09:40 – The untapped pool of global basketball talent 11:10 – Lessons Fields took from the Spurs, Hawks and Overtime Elite 12:09 – What R.C. Buford taught Fields about leadership and culture 14:20 – Fields looks back on his tenure as Atlanta Hawks GM 15:16 – What he would do differently as an NBA decision-maker 16:33 – Where Project B will find its men's players 18:00 – What the women's side tells us about Project B's men 19:00 – Women leading the way toward an equal men's/women's platform 20:30 – Will recognizable stars sign with Project B? Fields says yes 21:00 – Equity, fewer games, compensation and Project B's recruiting pitch 22:00 – How Fields was recruited to Project B 23:00 – What his job looks like right now 23:40 – How NBA insiders are reacting to Project B 24:20 – Taking live basketball to underserved fans around the world 25:40 – Project B's YouTube partnership and global accessibility 26:20 – Why Fields calls the format “incredibly groundbreaking” 28:20 – Fields' response to Project B skeptics 29:35 – “It is happening”: players are signed and infrastructure is in place 30:00 – When Project B's first men's names will be revealed 30:35 – Why player announcements will arrive in stages 31:11 – The type of player Project B wants 32:40 – Fields and Bucher look ahead to what comes next 33:10 – Closing thoughts and future Project B coverage#ProjectB #LandryFields #NBA #GlobalBasketball #Basketball #NBANews #AtlantaHawks #Spurs #OvertimeElite #OnTheBall #RicBucherSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join us as Sheila and Ric talk with Patrick, Amber, and their daughter Lydia about their latest Walt Disney World adventure! Staying at Port Orleans Riverside, the family packed their days from rope drop to park close with plenty of rides, food, firsts, and a little unexpected Disney magic along the way. They share highlights including an incredibly close encounter with a rhinoceros on Kilimanjaro Safaris, Amber getting pixie dusted with a Mickey ice cream bar and earning her first Clean Plate Club award at 50's Prime Time Café, and Lydia conquering both Tower of Terror and Space Mountain. They also experienced Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away for the first time, finally heard every song on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and Lydia gives her thoughts on why Soarin' Across America doesn't quite live up to the version it replaced. Patrick gives us the rundown on the food and restaurants they enjoyed, while the family somehow manages to get stuck on multiple attractions without letting it spoil the fun. And after full days in the parks, Lindsey apparently still had enough energy to run another five to nine miles back at the resort! Patrick closes out the trip with a special moment on Main Street, watching the fireworks while capturing the emotions on his family's faces—a memory they'll treasure until they're all back in the parks again. And yes... that one got Sheila. ❤️ Thanks for listening to Monorail Tales! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, leave us a review, and share the show with your Disney-loving friends. Keep the magic alive between episodes! Visit MonorailTales.com, join our Monorail Tales Facebook Group, and follow us on Instagram for the latest Disney news, show updates, and plenty of Disney fun. Have a question, comment, or an idea for a future episode? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com. Planning your next Disney vacation? Brandi & Ric with The Curated Travel Collection would love to help you plan a magical, stress-free vacation at no additional cost to you. Whether you're dreaming of Disney, Universal, a cruise, or an all-inclusive getaway, they're here to help every step of the way. Looking to add Disney Vacation Club points or purchase a DVC membership? Be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for expert service, outstanding prices, and a passion for helping Disney fans make the most of their membership. From all of us at Monorail Tales, thank you for being part of our Disney family. Until next time, keep the magic alive... keep making magical memories... and we'll see you on the next Monorail Tales adventure!
Empowering Industry Podcast - A Production of Empowering Pumps & Equipment
Data center construction is moving fast, and the equipment supporting these facilities has to keep pace.In this episode of the Empowering Industry Podcast, Charli Matthews Carruth sits down with Ric Turmel, Senior Vice President for Engineered Building Solutions at Taco, to discuss how custom-engineered skid packages are helping meet the speed, scale, and efficiency demands of today's data center projects.Ric shares how Taco's Lubbock, Texas facility has grown to support increasing demand for custom skid packages and why prefabrication can help reduce installation time and the need for specialized labor in the field. They also explore workforce challenges, long-term procurement and planning, and how data centers are pushing HVAC systems toward greater energy efficiency.From coordinated system design to preparing for what comes next, Ric offers a look at how the rapid growth of data centers could influence the entire industry.Watch Building at the Speed of Data: How Custom Skids Are Transforming Data Center Construction With Ric Turmel and hear what's driving this rapidly evolving market.#DataCenters #HVAC #Engineering #Manufacturing #Infrastructure #EmpoweringIndustryEmpowering Pumps & Equipment:Empowering Pumps and Equipment is the Information & Connection hub for the Industry. We specialize in digital media marketing, and we help companies just like yours reach their desired audience across a variety of platforms. We connect, inform, and educate the pump & related equipment industries by creating valuable partnerships between manufacturers and their customers. We connect you with our community using digital advertising, social media, and custom digital publications that amplify your message as a thought leader in industry. As a digital media company, we also create and/or host webinars and virtual lunch and learns, offer technical writing, and host a podcast called the Empowering Industry Podcast.Empowering Pumps & Equipment shares useful information for industries such as water/wastewater; oil/gas; utilities; and more. Our audience includes engineers, consultants, operations and maintenance staff, OEMs, and suppliers.Empowering Pumps & Industry Conference (EPIC):The Empowering Pumps & Industry Conference is where the industry can come to connect with manufacturers, distributors, end users, associations, and students in one place. The two-day event will feature presentations from subject matter experts, roundtable discussions, exhibits, and tours. About Empowering Brands:Empowering Brands located in Tuscaloosa, AL is a versatile, digital marketing services company that works with industrial companies and specializes in social media management and marketing; strategic planning; marketing consulting; content development, and digital advertising.Working as a strategic partner and extension of our clients' marketing team; we bring fresh thinking and experience with flexible and responsive service to empower our clients and maximize their brands.In addition to our marketing services work, Empowering Brands owns the leading online community for the global pump industry, EmpoweringPumps.com. A digital-first publisher focused on thought leadership, community building, and social media advocacy for our industry partners. We help clients reach and engage with a diverse industrial audience.In addition to our marketing services work, Empowering Brands owns the leading online community for the global pump industry, EmpoweringPumps.com. A digital-first publisher focused on thought leadership, community building, and social media advocacy for our industry partners. We help clients reach and engage with a diverse industrial audience.The Empowering Brands company is leading the way to connect, inform, and educate the next generation of industry leaders.CONNECT | INFORM | EDUCATEConnect with Us:Website https://empoweringpump...Facebook  / empoweringpumps Twitter  / empoweringpumps LinkedIn  / empo. .Empowering Women in Industry https://empoweringwome...Empowering Women in Industry Youtube
Playlist: Rick James, Ben Fox & Chris Maze - Super Freak (Ben Fox & Chris Maze Remix)Boothed - Shake Your Hips (Extended Mix)Antss, Goosey - Straight Ryder (Goosey Remix)Hollaphonic, Boothed - MisbehavingMau P, Eli Brown - Like I Like It (Eli Brown Edit)No Thanks - Free Your Mind (Original Mix)Noizu - Freak (In Your Bed) (Extended Mix) (In Your Bed)Shakedown, Jus Ron - At Night (Jus Ron 'Crush' Edit)SIDEPIECE - Cry For You (2025) [Extended Mix]Alex Guesta - HaremANOTR, Azooland - Talk To You (Azooland Edit)Joshwa, Above Ground - Out Of Your Mind (ABOVE GROUND Remix)Joshwa, Aireloosh - Out Of My Mind (AIRELOOSH Remix)Cozy Kev, STVSH - OUTLAWJustin Bieber - I Feel Funny (Ric de Large Dubstep Remix)Charlie XCX, Tazu - Club Classics (Tazu Remix)Tinashe, Jukaa & Rohaan - Nasty (Jukaa & Rohaan Bootleg)Volume Unit - Hype FunkBL3SS, Lucas DiLeo - 567AM (Lucas DiLeo Flip)Boutta - VelvetDara, Mista Trick - Bangaranga (Mista Trick Remix)Hamdi - Skanka (Original Mix)Lady Gaga, Ric de Large, Subsurface - Just Dance (Subsurface x Ric de Large Remix)Princess Superstar, Hamdi, Taiki, Veng - counting (taiki remix veng edit)Evalution - FEEL THE MUSICOvermono, Cheen - SO U KNO (Cheen Remix)Dead Prez, Y!KES - Hip Hop (Y!KES FLIP)ERBES - Dance With MeTiga, HayaT, OYODASS - Mind Dimension (HayaT & OYODASS)Sammy Virji , Alex Hosking - I Guess We're Not The Same (Alex Hosking Extended Remix)The Chemical Brothers, HEADER - Do It Again (HEADER REMIX)Marie Davidson, GREVVY - Work It (GREVVY REMIX)Stromae, LUKE ALEXANDER - Alors On Danse (LUKE ALEXANDER Remix)Justice - D.A.N.C.E (Extended Mix)MPH, Æ, Control Room - Flex It (Control Room Edit)Enur, UrBoiN8 - calibria 2007 (UrBoiN8 Bootleg)Hamdi - Skanka (Original Mix)J.I.D, Taiki Nulight, Borne - Never (Taiki Nulight & Borne Refix)Skrillex, Hamdi, TAICHU & OFFAIAH , RANKZ - Push (RANKZ Flip)Young Miko, Noctiil - WASSUP (Noctiil Flip mix2)Taiki Nulight - 142 Godzilla
Playlist: Rick James, Ben Fox & Chris Maze - Super Freak (Ben Fox & Chris Maze Remix)Boothed - Shake Your Hips (Extended Mix)Antss, Goosey - Straight Ryder (Goosey Remix)Hollaphonic, Boothed - MisbehavingMau P, Eli Brown - Like I Like It (Eli Brown Edit)No Thanks - Free Your Mind (Original Mix)Noizu - Freak (In Your Bed) (Extended Mix) (In Your Bed)Shakedown, Jus Ron - At Night (Jus Ron 'Crush' Edit)SIDEPIECE - Cry For You (2025) [Extended Mix]Alex Guesta - HaremANOTR, Azooland - Talk To You (Azooland Edit)Joshwa, Above Ground - Out Of Your Mind (ABOVE GROUND Remix)Joshwa, Aireloosh - Out Of My Mind (AIRELOOSH Remix)Cozy Kev, STVSH - OUTLAWJustin Bieber - I Feel Funny (Ric de Large Dubstep Remix)Charlie XCX, Tazu - Club Classics (Tazu Remix)Tinashe, Jukaa & Rohaan - Nasty (Jukaa & Rohaan Bootleg)Volume Unit - Hype FunkBL3SS, Lucas DiLeo - 567AM (Lucas DiLeo Flip)Boutta - VelvetDara, Mista Trick - Bangaranga (Mista Trick Remix)Hamdi - Skanka (Original Mix)Lady Gaga, Ric de Large, Subsurface - Just Dance (Subsurface x Ric de Large Remix)Princess Superstar, Hamdi, Taiki, Veng - counting (taiki remix veng edit)Evalution - FEEL THE MUSICOvermono, Cheen - SO U KNO (Cheen Remix)Dead Prez, Y!KES - Hip Hop (Y!KES FLIP)ERBES - Dance With MeTiga, HayaT, OYODASS - Mind Dimension (HayaT & OYODASS)Sammy Virji , Alex Hosking - I Guess We're Not The Same (Alex Hosking Extended Remix)The Chemical Brothers, HEADER - Do It Again (HEADER REMIX)Marie Davidson, GREVVY - Work It (GREVVY REMIX)Stromae, LUKE ALEXANDER - Alors On Danse (LUKE ALEXANDER Remix)Justice - D.A.N.C.E (Extended Mix)MPH, Æ, Control Room - Flex It (Control Room Edit)Enur, UrBoiN8 - calibria 2007 (UrBoiN8 Bootleg)Hamdi - Skanka (Original Mix)J.I.D, Taiki Nulight, Borne - Never (Taiki Nulight & Borne Refix)Skrillex, Hamdi, TAICHU & OFFAIAH , RANKZ - Push (RANKZ Flip)Young Miko, Noctiil - WASSUP (Noctiil Flip mix2)Taiki Nulight - 142 Godzilla
The WNBA is generating more attention than ever, but Ric Bucher argues that the controversies dominating the conversation — Caitlin Clark, officiating, physical play, transgender athletes, player conduct and media coverage — are symptoms of a much deeper problem.The real issue? The NBA owners who collectively have a stake in the WNBA don't care enough about it to demand that it operate with the same standards, accountability and professionalism as the NBA.On this episode of On The Ball, Ric explains why the economics of the WNBA have left it as little more than a rounding error to billionaire NBA owners, and why that lack of investment shows up everywhere: inconsistent officiating, questionable player conduct, timid broadcast coverage and an absence of clear leadership.Ric also pushes back on the idea that Kelsey Mitchell is a better player than Caitlin Clark simply because selected statistics favor Mitchell, explaining why Clark's responsibilities and the defensive attention she commands make the comparison far more complicated.Then he examines why the transgender-athlete debate has become such a dominant WNBA storyline despite the extraordinarily small number of transgender athletes in elite women's basketball, and asks whether the attention being devoted to it bears any relationship to the actual threat it poses to the league.The Golden State Valkyries provide a revealing contrast. Ric looks at why Joe Lacob's organization has created a strong identity, passionate fan base and clear organizational structure without becoming consumed by off-court controversies.Finally, Ric asks why WNBA players are seemingly treated as women first and professional basketball players second, and why Project B's plan to put men and women on the same platform, with comparable treatment and accommodations, could provide a blueprint for what genuinely supporting women's basketball looks like.TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Why the WNBA conversation is missing the bigger problem01:46 – The issue Ric believes nobody is talking about03:11 – Ric's personal connection to women's basketball04:09 – Why women's basketball is fundamentally a different game05:28 – Why understanding the WNBA requires actually watching it05:51 – Kelsey Mitchell vs. Caitlin Clark: why stats don't tell the story06:53 – Why uninformed WNBA commentary hurts the league07:20 – Why the Golden State Valkyries are different08:12 – Team identity vs. individual brands08:50 – Players, public opinions and representing an organization09:40 – Free speech doesn't guarantee freedom from consequences09:50 – Why transgender athletes became a WNBA flashpoint10:33 – Examining the actual history of transgender players in the WNBA11:29 – Rational fears vs. irrational fears in sports11:46 – Why the WNBA still needs clear rules and enforcement12:28 – Visibility, social media and transgender athletes13:17 – How rare are transgender athletes in elite sports?14:24 – The dangers to female athletes Ric believes deserve more attention15:03 – The bigger WNBA problem: absentee NBA ownership15:57 – Does WNBA broadcast coverage need more diversity of opinion?16:45 – DiJonai Carrington, Sophie Cunningham and reluctant criticism17:25 – Carrington vs. Tiffany Hayes and the league's physicality problem18:35 – Why NBA and WNBA officiating standards feel different19:00 – Are WNBA stars treated as women first and athletes second?19:32 – The WNBA ownership structure and why it matters20:03 – What coaching girls taught Ric about female athletes21:02 – The non-negotiables when coaching and communicating21:34 – Could Project B show women's basketball a better model?22:09 – Closing thoughts#WNBA #CaitlinClark #KelseyMitchell #GoldenStateValkyries #IndianaFever #DiJonaiCarrington #SophieCunningham #WomensBasketball #NBA #ProjectB #OnTheBall #RicBucherSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Say cheese!! Ric and Gina are discussing some of their favorite locations around the Disney Parks to get the perfect photo with the park icons. They're telling you where to go to avoid the crowds, the photopass lines, and get the best angles of the icons. Back to the Magic is the flagship podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at www.407vacations.comGet all your Disney Parks news from the official 407 Blog at https://407vacations.com/blog
Jason Smith and Steve DeSaegher welcomed NBA Insider Ric Bucher on to the show. Ric gave incredible insight on the new schedule, the latest on Jokic possibly leaving the NBA for Greece. Bucher also questioned why the NBA doesn’t help structure the WNBA at the same level as the NBA!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join us for a cruise recap with a first-timer twist! Sheila is joined by Ric and his wife, Brandi, along with a very special first-time guest—Brandi's mom, Debbie! The group recently set sail aboard Royal Caribbean's Enchantment of the Seas from Port Tampa Bay, with stops in Cozumel, Costa Maya, and Perfect Day at CocoCay. For Debbie, it wasn't just her first time on Enchantment—it was her first cruise ever, and she's sharing what the whole experience was like through completely fresh eyes. Meanwhile, Ric and Brandi compare their experience aboard Enchantment of the Seas with previous sailings on Disney Cruise Line's Disney Fantasy and Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas. How does an older, smaller Royal Caribbean ship stack up? What surprised them? What did they love? And where did they find themselves saying, "Well… Disney does this differently"? They're talking food, entertainment, activities, ports of call, the ship itself, and all those little moments that can make—or break—a cruise vacation. From first impressions of Enchantment to adventures ashore and plenty of family fun along the way, there's a lot to talk about. Did Enchantment of the Seas live up to its name? Has Royal Caribbean gained a brand-new cruiser? And after Cozumel, Costa Maya, CocoCay, countless meals, shows, activities, and a whole lot of family time, what would everyone do differently next time? There's almost as much to unpack in this episode as there was in their luggage. So grab your SeaPass, find a chair by the pool, and join us as we set sail for another episode of Monorail Tales! Thanks for sailing along with us on this episode of Monorail Tales! If you enjoyed the voyage, be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, leave us a review, and share the show with your fellow Disney and cruising friends. Keep the adventure going between episodes! Visit MonorailTales.com, join our Monorail Tales Facebook Group, and follow us on Instagram for the latest Disney news, show updates, travel adventures, and plenty of fun. Have a question, comment, or your own cruise story to share? Maybe you have an idea for a future episode? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com. Ready to set sail on an adventure of your own? Brandi & Ric with The Curated Travel Collection would love to help you plan a stress-free vacation at no additional cost to you. Whether you're dreaming of Disney, Universal, Royal Caribbean, another cruise line, or an all-inclusive getaway, they're ready to help you find the vacation that's right for you. Looking to add Disney Vacation Club points or purchase a DVC membership? Be sure to visit our friends at DVC Shop for expert service, outstanding prices, and a passion for helping Disney fans make the most of their membership. From all of us at Monorail Tales, thanks for coming aboard! Until next time, keep the magic alive, keep making magical memories, and we'll see you on the next Monorail Tales adventure!
Join us as Luis and Ric swing into the latest chapter of Spider-Man on the big screen with a spoiler-filled discussion of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. They look back at their own history with Spider-Man and how they were first introduced to the character before talking about what, if anything, they did to prepare for the new movie. They also talk about trying to avoid spoilers leading up to seeing the film, their theater experiences and audience reactions, and their overall impressions of Brand New Day. From there, the conversation turns to the characters and performances that stood out, favorite moments and scenes, surprises along the way, and what worked—or didn't work—for each of them. Finally, Luis and Ric look at where Brand New Day leaves Spider-Man, where the story could go from here, and what they would like to see next. Then they wrap things up with a look at what they've been watching recently. Thanks for swinging by and listening to Monorail Tales! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, leave us a review, and share the show with your friendly neighborhood Disney-loving friends. Stay connected to the Monorail Tales web between episodes! Visit MonorailTales.com, join our Monorail Tales Facebook Group, and follow us on Instagram for the latest Disney news, show updates, and whatever else gets caught in our web. Have a question, comment, or an idea for a future episode? Our Spidey senses are always tingling when a new message comes in! Reach out to Sheila at sheila@monorailtales.com. Planning your next Disney vacation? Brandi & Ric with The Curated Travel Collection are ready to swing into action and help you plan a magical, stress-free vacation at no additional cost to you. Whether your next adventure takes you to Disney, Universal, aboard a cruise, or off to an all-inclusive getaway, they'll help you navigate the multiverse of vacation planning every step of the way. Looking to add Disney Vacation Club points or purchase a DVC membership? Swing over to our friends at DVC Shop for expert service, outstanding prices, and a passion for helping Disney fans make the most of their membership. With great membership comes great vacation possibilities. Or something like that. From all of us at Monorail Tales, thank you for being part of our Disney family. Until next time, keep the magic alive, keep making magical memories, and remember—with great podcasts comes great responsibility. We'll see you on the next Monorail Tales adventure!
Jalen Brunson is now an NBA champion, a Finals MVP and a New York Knicks legend — and Ric Bucher argues that the decision that helped make it possible reveals an uncomfortable truth about what most NBA players actually value.On this episode of On The Ball, Ric revisits Carmelo Anthony's admission that he wouldn't have left $113 million on the table the way Brunson did. Melo's comments aren't quite as damning as they initially appeared, but they raise a bigger question: How many NBA stars are truly willing to sacrifice money, comfort and personal interests for the singular pursuit of a championship?Brunson did. And now he has the ring to show for it.That discussion leads Ric into why championships require more than talent — and why he remains skeptical that stars such as Anthony Edwards, Ja Morant, Joel Embiid and potentially Luka Doncic have demonstrated the single-minded discipline necessary to lead a team all the way.Ric also tackles another NBA obsession: LeBron James. Looking back at the controversial 2015 Finals MVP vote, he examines why LeBron's enormous statistical production didn't translate into winning and arrives at a larger theory about his place in basketball culture: attention and excellence have become increasingly difficult for fans and media to separate.Finally, Ric explains why Warriors fans waiting for another blockbuster move may be waiting for something that isn't coming. Golden State's realistic goal is relevance, not another championship — and the idea of rebuilding around a 39-year-old Steph Curry is, in Ric's view, pure fantasy.TIMESTAMPS00:00 — Welcome to On The Ball01:23 — Carmelo Anthony, Jalen Brunson and the $113 million question02:00 — Brunson joins the exclusive club of championship-leading stars02:14 — Why Tony Parker shouldn't have won the 2007 Finals MVP03:21 — Revisiting Andre Iguodala's controversial 2015 Finals MVP04:21 — Why Steph Curry received zero Finals MVP votes05:13 — LeBron's incredible 2015 numbers vs. what actually decided the series06:32 — The LeBron James dilemma: historic statistics, but not enough to win07:46 — How Brunson unexpectedly sparked a LeBron epiphany09:15 — Why LeBron generates more attention than anyone in NBA history09:51 — Attention isn't the same thing as excellence11:13 — LeBron's real superpower beyond his basketball talent12:03 — Why Steph Curry doesn't command attention the way LeBron does13:31 — Back to Brunson — and his place among NBA legends14:17 — The real context behind Carmelo Anthony's Brunson comments15:09 — The harsh reality: winning isn't most NBA players' No. 1 priority16:27 — What Brunson actually sacrificed for the Knicks17:20 — Why winning a championship requires an almost obsessive commitment18:32 — Ric on career ambition, fatherhood and changing priorities19:13 — Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, Bill Russell and unforgettable NBA experiences20:31 — What championship teams require beyond talent, health and luck21:14 — Why personal discipline matters for championship leaders22:04 — Anthony Edwards, Ja Morant, Joel Embiid and Luka Doncic: can they lead a champion?22:41 — The question Warriors employees keep asking Ric23:15 — Who can Golden State realistically add? Nobody who changes everything23:40 — What Warriors fans should realistically expect this season24:03 — The Warriors' critical mistake after the 2022 championship25:04 — Why rebuilding around Steph Curry makes no sense anymore25:47 — Curry, LeBron and Durant are still great — but you don't build around them now26:44 — Closing thoughts#NBA #JalenBrunson #Knicks #NewYorkKnicks #LeBronJames #CarmeloAnthony #StephCurry #Warriors #GoldenStateWarriors #NBAFinals #LukaDoncic #AnthonyEdwards #JaMorant #JoelEmbiid #Basketball #OnTheBall #RicBucherSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Ric and Gina are recapping their first vacation at the most magical place on earth with their two babies! From the chaotic trip down to the magical moments on Walt Disney World property, they're sharing it all. They're discussing what they did each day in the parks, their stay at Disney's All Star Sports, and how different a trip to Disney can be with babies.Back to the Magic is the flagship podcast of 407&Beyond Vacation Co., start your Disney vacation at www.407vacations.comGet all your Disney Parks news from the official 407 Blog at https://407vacations.com/blog
In this Q2 2026 commentary, Rodrigo Gordillo and Adam Butler review the Return Stacked® ETF suite, highlighting how combining trend and carry strategies capture unique signals during supply and demand shocks. The conversation also covers merger arbitrage as an overlooked corporate bond alternative, alongside the mechanics of gold and Bitcoin stacking. Finally, the two discuss the launch of the International Stocks & Managed Futures ETF (RSIT), which quickly grew to over $60 million in assets, and the addition of new agricultural markets to the trend and carry strategies.Topics Discussed• Diversification of risk using trend and carry strategies within investment portfolios• Launch and performance of RSIT (International Developed Trend ETF) and addition of agricultural markets• Understanding and capturing carry (roll yield) in energy and futures markets• Mechanics and performance of Return Stacking ETFs including RSSB, RSSX, and RSBA• Benefits of merger arbitrage as a diversifier and corporate bond alternative• Managing behavioral challenges and providing transparency to advisors using Return Stacking• Minimizing hidden financing and funding costs when using futures overlaysThe performance data quoted above represents past performance. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor's shares, when sold or redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost, and current performance may be lower or higher than the performance quoted above.For prospectus and performance and risks visit the fund pages.RSST – https://www.returnstackedetfs.com/rsst-return-stacked-us-stocks-managed-futures/RSIT - https://www.returnstackedetfs.com/rsit-international-stocks-managed-futures/RSBT – https://www.returnstackedetfs.com/rsbt-return-stacked-bonds-managed-futures/RSSY – https://www.returnstackedetfs.com/rssy-return-stacked-us-stocks-futures-yield/RSBY – https://www.returnstackedetfs.com/rsby-return-stacked-bonds-futures-yield/RSBA – https://www.returnstackedetfs.com/rsba-return-stacked-bonds-merger-arbitrage/RSSB – https://www.returnstackedetfs.com/rssb-return-stacked-global-stocks-bonds/RSSX – https://www.returnstackedetfs.com/rssx-return-stacked-us-stocks-gold-bitcoin/BTGD – https://quantifyfunds.com/stackedbitcoingoldetf/btgd/RSSX does not invest directly in Bitcoin or Gold. Exposures to gold and bitcoin will be done via exchange traded funds and futures contracts, hence the fund does not invest directly in bitcoin or any other digital asset, and does not invest directly in gold or gold bullionInvestors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of Return Stacked® ETFs lineup before investing. This and other important information about the Return Stacked® ETF lineup is contained in their respective prospectus. For a prospectus or summary prospectus with this and other information about the Funds, please click the links above. Investments involve risk. Principal loss is possible. Unlike mutual funds, ETFs may trade at a premium or discount to their net asset value. Brokerage commissions may apply and would reduce returns.Tidal Investments, LLC (“Tidal”) serves as investment adviser to the Funds and the Funds' Subsidiary.Newfound Research LLC (“Newfound”) serves as investment sub-adviser to RSST, RSIT, RSBT, RSSY, RSBY, RSBA, RSSB, and RSSX.ReSolve Asset Management SEZC (Cayman) (“ReSolve”) serves as futures trading advisor to the Return Stacked® Bonds & Managed Futures ETF (RSBT), the Return Stacked® U.S. Stocks and Managed Futures ETF (RSST), the Return Stacked® U.S. Stocks & Futures Yield ETF (RSSY), the Return Stacked® Bonds & Futures Yield ETF (RSBY), Return Stacked® U.S. Stocks & Gold/Bitcoin ETF (RSSX), Return Stacked® International Stocks & Managed Futures (RSIT) and their respective Subsidiaries.Quantify Chaos Advisors, LLC (“Quantify”) serves as the sub-adviser to the STKd 100% Bitcoin & 100% Gold ETF (BTGD). Quantify has entered into a brand licensing agreement with Newfound and Resolve granting Quantify the right to use the “STKd” brand, a derivative of Return Stacked®. Neither the Trust nor the Adviser is a party to this agreement. In exchange for the branding rights, Quantify will pay Newfound and ReSolve a fee based on a percentage of the Fund's unitary management fee.The Return Stacked® ETFs suite is distributed by Foreside Fund Services, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. Foreside is not related to Tidal, Newfound, ReSolve or Quantify.Definitions:Duration: refers to the average life of a debt instrument and serves as a measure of that instrument's interest rate risk. Beta: how much an investment moves vs. a benchmark (like the market). Alpha: refers to returns above that of a passive market benchmark SocGen: is a common abbreviation for Société Générale S.A. Trend index: tracks returns from trend-following strategies, aiming to capture gains from sustained market price movements across assets. FTSE 100 Index: Financial Times Stock Exchange 100 Index DAX index: Deutscher Aktienindex is the benchmark stock market index of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange Nikkei 225 or Nikkei Stock Average is the leading stock market index for the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) Alpha merger Index: tracks returns from merger arbitrage strategies, aiming to capture deal-related profits independent of the broader market.A fund's NAV is the sum of all its assets less any liabilities, divided by the number of shares outstanding. The market price is the most recent price at which the fund was traded.Investments involve risk. Principal loss is possible. Unlike mutual funds, ETFs may trade at a premium or discount to their net asset value. Brokerage commissions may apply and would reduce returns. Bitcoin Investment Risk: The Fund's indirect investment in bitcoin, through futures contracts and Underlying Funds, exposes it to the unique risks of this emerging innovation. Bitcoin's price is highly volatile, and its market is influenced by the changing bitcoin network, fluctuating acceptance levels, and unpredictable usage trends. Not being a legal tender and operating outside central authority systems like banks, bitcoin faces potential government restrictions. The value of bitcoin has historically been subject to significant speculation, making trading and investing in bitcoin reliant on market sentiment rather than traditional fundamental analysis. Blockchain Technology Risk: Blockchain technology, which underpins bitcoin and other digital assets, is relatively new, and many of its applications are untested. The adoption of blockchain and the development of competing platforms or technologies could affect its usage. Cayman Subsidiary Risk: By investing in the Fund's Cayman Subsidiary, the Fund is indirectly exposed to the risks associated with the Subsidiary's investments. The futures contracts and other investments held by the Subsidiary are subject to the same economic risks that apply to similar investments if held directly by the Fund. The Subsidiary is not registered under the 1940 Act, and, unless otherwise noted in the Fund's Prospectus, is not subject to all the investor protections of the 1940 Act. Commodity Risk: Investing in physical commodities is speculative and can be extremely volatile. Commodity-Linked Derivatives Tax Risk: The tax treatment of commodity-linked derivative instruments may be adversely affected by changes in legislation, regulations, or other legally binding authority. As a registered investment company (RIC), the Fund must derive at least 90% of its gross income each taxable year from certain qualifying sources of income under the Internal Revenue Code. If, as a result of any adverse future legislation, U.S. Treasury regulations, and/or guidance issued by the Internal Revenue Service, the income of the Fund from certain commodity-linked derivatives, including income from the Fund's investments in the Subsidiary, were treated as non-qualifying income, the Fund may fail to qualify as RIC and/or be subject to federal income tax at the Fund level. The uncertainty surrounding the treatment of certain derivative instruments under the qualification tests for a RIC may limit the Fund's use of such derivative instruments. Commodity Pool Regulatory Risk: The Fund's investment exposure to futures instruments will cause it to be deemed to be a commodity pool, thereby subjecting the Fund to regulation under the Commodity Exchange Act and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission rules. Because the Fund is subject to additional laws, regulations, and enforcement policies, it may have increased compliance costs which may affect the operations and performance of the Fund. Credit Risk: Credit risk refers to the possibility that the issuer of a security will not be able to make principal and interest payments when due. Changes in an issuer's credit rating or the market's perception of an issuer's creditworthiness may also affect the value of the Fund's investment in that issuer. Derivatives Risk: Derivatives are instruments, such as futures contracts, whose value is derived from that of other assets, rates, or...
Join us for our first-ever 9th Anniversary episode! (It only took us nine years to finally have one.) Only seven weeks late. We like to think of it as an Extended Magic Hour. Show #513 (Don't worry. Ric has a spreadsheet somewhere that explains all of this. Probably.) Nine years, 638 episodes including specials and bonus episodes-and somehow they keep letting us make more. 174+ guests, and 17 cohosts. Of those 17 cohosts, 11 are still part of the Monorail Tales family today—and 8 of those 11 first appeared on the show as guests before eventually finding a permanent seat behind the microphone. Today we're taking a stroll down Main Street U.S.A. memory lane. Joining the celebration are Bill, Al, Gary, Ric, Steve, and Sheila. Steve kicks things off by sharing the origin story of Monorail Tales—how the podcast got started, who sat behind the microphones in those early days, and how the show evolved into the group of Disney-loving enablers (and sometimes troublemakers) we have today. Ric follows with a look at the numbers because, as the accountant of the group, someone had to bring spreadsheets to the anniversary party. He breaks down the show's statistics, including the different types of episodes we've produced, our incredible lineup of guests, and the many games and game shows that have entertained—and occasionally embarrassed—the hosts over the years. Sheila then reflects on the incredible variety of guests and Disney topics that have filled nearly a decade of episodes. She also offers heartfelt thanks to everyone who has helped make Monorail Tales possible—from our cohosts and guests to the hosts of our fellow Disney podcasts who have shared their time, stories, and friendship with us. The reminiscing continues as Sheila asks everyone a few questions, including what inspired them to start podcasting, their favorite types of episodes to record, their favorite Monorail Tales memories, and which Disney character they'd most like to invite onto the show. Patrick couldn't join us for the recording, but he sent in his answers ahead of time. Ric was entrusted with reading them... and may or may not have taken a few creative liberties along the way. We'll let Patrick decide whether they were improvements. To close out the show, Ric puts everyone on the spot with a few lightning rounds of "Who's Most Likely?", including: Who's most likely to strike up a conversation with a complete stranger? (According to Ric, these people are monsters.) Who's most likely to walk all the way across a Disney park... just for a snack? Who's most likely to fall asleep during a recording? (No spoilers... but there really is only one correct answer, because only one person has actually done it. Multiple times.) Whether you've been with us since Episode 1 or just climbed aboard, thank you for being part of the Monorail Tales family. Here's to nine magical years, countless laughs, and hopefully at least one more anniversary episode next year! Thanks for spending a little time with us here on Monorail Tales! If you laughed, learned something, or started mentally planning your next Disney trip before we even finished the episode... our work here is done. If you haven't already, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, leave us a review, and tell a Disney-loving friend about the show. Word of mouth is still our favorite marketing strategy—mostly because it's free. The fun doesn't stop when the microphones turn off. Visit MonorailTales.com, join our Monorail Tales Facebook Group, and follow us on Instagram for Disney news, show updates, and the occasional glimpse behind the curtain. Have a question, a comment, or an idea for a future episode? Drop Sheila a line at sheila@monorailtales.com. We actually read the emails. (Well... eventually. We're celebrating this anniversary seven weeks late, so you know how deadlines work around here.) Planning your next vacation? Brandi & Ric with The Curated Travel Collection would love to help you plan your Disney, Universal, cruise, or all-inclusive adventure. Their planning services are completely complimentary, which is a travel industry way of saying, "Seriously... it doesn't cost you anything." Thinking about Disney Vacation Club? Visit our friends at DVC Shop for expert advice, great prices, and people who can explain resale contracts far better than we can explain why Show #513 is actually our 638th+ published episode. From all of us at Monorail Tales, thank you for spending the last nine years with us. Whether you've been here since June 2019 or you accidentally clicked on this episode because your podcast app got confused, we're glad you're along for the ride. Until next time... Keep making magical memories... Be kind to each other... And remember... We'll see you on the next Monorail Tales adventure.
The NBA media has already crowned the Philadelphia 76ers after adding LeBron James and Jaylen Brown. Ric Bucher isn't buying it.In this episode of On The Ball, Ric explains why championship teams aren't assembled overnight—and why history says Philadelphia still has major questions to answer despite boasting LeBron, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. He breaks down the importance of role players, salary-cap flexibility, chemistry, and why recent champions like Oklahoma City, Boston and New York all needed years—not months—to become title winners.Ric also revisits Paul George's underrated playoff impact, explains why LeBron has never delivered a championship in his first season with a new team, gives his favorite NBA futures bets—including Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year and Most Improved Player—and discusses why legalized sports gambling is inching toward a dangerous place for the league.TIMESTAMPS0:00 – The annual NBA offseason overreaction cycle begins 1:20 – Why the Sixers are being crowned far too soon 2:55 – What recent NBA champions teach about building winners 4:20 – Why Philadelphia isn't comparable to OKC, Boston or New York 5:10 – Is Tyrese Maxey ready to lead a championship team? 6:10 – What Jaylen Brown still has to prove outside Boston 7:05 – Why LeBron doesn't solve Philadelphia's biggest problems 8:20 – The hidden value of elite championship role players 9:00 – Separating Jaylen Brown's reputation from basketball reality 11:05 – Why Paul George deserves more credit for Philly's playoff run 12:35 – The salary-cap challenge facing the Sixers 13:55 – Why history says LeBron won't win immediately in Philadelphia 14:45 – Coach of the Year betting odds: favorite vs. value 16:05 – Why the Sixers still lack championship depth 17:45 – Ric's concerns about gambling's growing influence on the NBA 18:45 – Coach of the Year sleeper pick 20:20 – Rookie of the Year predictions and betting value 22:05 – Most Improved Player long-shot pick 23:50 – Final thoughts#NBA #Philadelphia76ers #LeBronJames #JaylenBrown #JoelEmbiid #TyreseMaxey #OnTheBall #RicBucher #NBAPodcast #NBAAnalysis #BasketballSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
LeBron James may still dominate headlines, but has he lost the leverage that defined the second half of his career?In this episode of On The Ball, Ric Bucher explains why the NBA's fascination with LeBron shouldn't be mistaken for front-office demand, why Luka Dončić changed everything for the Lakers, and why Cleveland may be the only destination that truly makes basketball—and emotional—sense.Ric then turns his attention to the NBA's latest Summer League experiment: replacing multiple free throws with a single attempt worth two or three points. Is this smart innovation—or the beginning of sacrificing the integrity of the game in the pursuit of shorter broadcasts?If the league is looking for ways to modernize basketball, Ric argues it's solving the wrong problem.TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro and show preview 01:20 LeBron still dominates headlines—but not NBA leverage 02:10 Which teams actually want LeBron—and why contenders don't 03:05 LeBron's influence isn't what it used to be 04:00 ESPN, "The Decision," and how NBA coverage changed 05:05 Why the NBA won't miss LeBron the way many assume 06:10 Why Adam Silver wants LeBron's decision before releasing the schedule 07:10 TV ratings vs. championship value 08:15 Why Luka Dončić changed LeBron's future with the Lakers 09:20 The emotional reality of becoming second—or third—option 10:30 Why media attention has become part of LeBron's baggage 11:30 Why Cleveland makes more sense than any other destination 12:45 Is LeBron delaying his decision simply to control the spotlight? 13:35 The NBA's latest experiment to shorten games 14:40 The one-free-throw proposal explained 15:45 Why changing free throws threatens basketball's integrity 16:50 Better ways to shorten NBA games without changing the sport 18:00 Instant replay, timeouts and television are the real problem 19:00 Ric's alternative: shorter games instead of changing the rules 20:20 Final thoughts: Innovation is good—but not every experiment belongs in the NBA#NBA #LeBronJames #Lakers #LukaDoncic #AdamSilver #NBASummerLeague #NBARules #Basketball #NBAPodcast #OnTheBall #RicBucherSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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