Podcast appearances and mentions of Rich Johnson

We ask because it's been a while since we've seen evidence of the late, great gourmand in Sin City. But our long shutout streak is over! Sarah Thompson, executive chef of Casa Playa at Wynn Las Vegas, won for Best Chef: Southwest. Gemini was there, and talked to Thompson. She also cored a conversation fellow Best Chef nonminee Brian Howard of Sparrow + Wolf. Rich Johnson checks in from Seatle, where the grip of World Cup Fever is tightening. This show is dropping just a few  hours before the US takes on Australia. And Rich sets the sad scene outside the stadium, where unlicensed hot dog stands have set up -- often just feet away from a legit vendor. Al left us a Happy Hour Report recorded before flying to Italy.  And Rich and Gem scrape up a few interesting foodie events that are coming soon. 

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Today on America in the MorningPushback Against The Iran Deal Grows It's not a complete deal, just a memorandum of understanding to end the war between the US and Iran, but it has been approved by President Trump and will be signed on Friday, and the criticism from both sides is already piling up.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Trump Stops Clayton Confirmation Hearing A confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton, President Trump's nominee to be the next director of national intelligence, was abruptly postponed Wednesday after Trump said he was cancelling it over political disagreements with Democrats and told Clayton not to show up.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the president tied any hearing for Clayton to Congress passing a voter ID bill.   Serial Killer Jailed For Life Wednesday was sentencing day for the Gilgo Beach Serial Killer.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports in New York the judge did not mince words when he ordered Rex Heuermann to spend the rest of his life behind bars.   Pastor Suspends Congressional Campaign A Congressional candidate in Oklahoma who had the backing of the president and founded the group Pastors for Trump is withdrawing from his runoff election amid controversy over an alleged text-messaging scandal.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Georgia Election Set The stage is set in Georgia after two Republican election runoffs gave the GOP their candidates to take on Democrats for Governor and the US Senate in November.  Donna Warder reports.   New York's Parade More than 10,000 police officers and over a million people will line the Canyon of Heroes in New York City this morning for a ticker-tape parade to honor the New York Knicks, who won the NBA Championship by defeating the San Antonio Spurs.   Texas & Louisiana Prep For Storms The first tropical cyclone of the hurricane season is churning in the Gulf of America and is targeting the Texas and Louisiana coast.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports both states are making preparations for a storm with flooding rains expected to make landfall tomorrow.   Fed On Interest Rates The first meeting of the Federal Reserve with Kevin Warsh at the helm unanimously voted to leave current interest rates unchanged, but did signal that changes to the benchmark interest rate could be coming under the new chairman.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the Federal Reserve's move did not sit well with President Trump, who was asked about rates not being lowered while leaving the G7 Summit.   Mangione's Defense Attorneys for the man accused of killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson plan to present an affirmative psychiatric defense at his state trial.  Sue Aller reports that Luigi Mangione alleges he was suffering an "extreme emotional disturbance" at the time of the murder.   Texas Plane Crash Police in Texas are saying it's nothing short of a miracle that more people didn't die following a deadly plane crash on a southern Texas highway.  Correspondent Mike Hempen has the latest. Alligator Alcatraz Closed The federal government has emptied the Everglades immigrant detention center known as Alligator Alcatraz.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports that money and the weather were the key factors for the closure. No Redistricting For Georgia Republicans in Georgia have decided to end any thoughts of congressional redistricting in defiance of President Trump.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningPrimary Winners & Losers A Trump-backed candidate for governor lost to a billionaire in the Georgia runoff election, and there were some other surprises on Primary Day.  John Stolnis has details.   Trump Defends US-Iran Deal At the G-7 Summit in France, President Trump touted the deal he struck with Iran to end the fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the deal may come with a price.  Israel's leadership is not accepting the terms involving Lebanon, and some senators on both sides of the aisle are wondering aloud if the deal can work.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Serial Killer To Face Sentencing The man dubbed the Gilgo Beach serial killer is set to be sentenced today in a New York court.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   Latest On B52 Plane Crash The Air Force confirmed that 8 crewmembers died when their B-52 bomber crashed after taking off from a California military base.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on what authorities know so far as they have started their investigation.   DeWine On The Death Penalty There was a surprise announcement out of Ohio where Republican Governor Mike DeWine says his state should abolish the death penalty.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Judge Blocks Parts Of Idaho Transgender Law An Idaho judge has temporarily blocked part of the state's new transgender bathroom law.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the ruling means transgender people in the Gem State won't face criminal charges for using public restrooms that match the gender they identify with.   Attack On UFC 250 Stopped The FBI and other law enforcement agencies were able to disrupt an alleged plot targeting this past weekend's UFC Freedom 250 event on the South Lawn of the White House.  Ed Donahue reports five arrests have been made and another two dozen others have been identified in connection with a planned attack that would have used explosive-laden drones and other weapons at the event attended by President Trump and his family.   Algae In The Pool Just days after the multi-million dollar repair, repainting and refilling of the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall in front of the Lincoln Memorial, a problem that has plagued the water for decades is back: algae.  More from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Flooding Concerns A slow-moving weather system near South Texas and parts of Louisiana has the potential to strengthen into a tropical storm before moving inland later this week.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports flooding could be widespread and damaging to both states.   Minnesota Arrests Federal prosecutors announced they are charging 15 people they claim are connected to Antifa and impeded agents during Minnesota's immigration crackdown.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.  Delaware Hospital Shooting A suspect is in custody following a double shooting on Tuesday afternoon that left one person dead inside Wilmington Hospital in Delaware.  Police in Philadelphia took a 23-year-old man into custody and is facing extradition back to Delaware to face charges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to All Saints Church Worcester! In this podcast, we invite you to join us for a heartfelt worship gathering that celebrates our faith and community. 

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Today on America in the MorningRaul Castro Indicted It's been wanted for decades, and been in the works for weeks, and now it's happened.  Federal prosecutors have indicted the former president of Cuba for murder but getting him into an American courtroom will be an issue.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Police Officers Sue Over Trump Fund Two police officers who were injured during the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot are suing to block any payouts from a new Justice Department fund established in a settlement of a tax case involving President Trump.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that one of the officers, Harry Dunn, spoke to CNN saying that the fund in effect would reward people who attacked police officers and nearly stopped the peaceful transfer of power.   President Wants Parliamentarian Fired President Trump is calling for the Senate Parliamentarian to be replaced over White House ballroom security funding.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports it's a move that the GOP Senate Majority Leader John Thune called “concerning.”   New Mexico House Of Horrors It was a house of horrors in New Mexico where police found three people dead, and at least 18 first responders were overcome by an unknown toxic substance when they answered a call for a suspected drug overdose.  The details from correspondent Lisa Dwyer.  Arizona Execution An inmate on Arizona's Death Row has been executed for the brutal killing a man in 2002 by dousing him with gasoline and setting him on fire.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   No Easy A Just because you're smart and going to Harvard doesn't mean you deserve an “A” grade.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on an Ivy League school changing its grading standards.   Reaction To Castro Indictment Federal prosecutors have charged the brother of Fidel Castro with ordering the shoot down of civilian planes in 1996 that led to the deaths of three Americans.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the U.S. has indicted former Cuban leader Raul Castro, and wants him in the US to face charges.   Election Trump Factor If this week's primary elections proved anything, it would be that an endorsement by President Trump still has value in politics.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   California Wildfires The peak fire season in California usually begins in June.  Already there are several wildfires burning in Southern California, causing some evacuations and health issues from smoke, and another has ravaged an island off the California coast.  Jim Roope reports from Los Angeles.   Cost Of War Questions are being raised after a Congressional report showed that 42 American aircraft were either lost or damaged so far in the Iran war, which has now raised the estimate of the cost for the wartime operations to over $29 billion dollars. Finally   A reality TV star is running for mayor of Los Angeles as an independent, and he just received a high-level GOP endorsement.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr takes a look at the campaign of Spencer Pratt.   On his very first “The Late Show” in 2015, Stephen Colbert ripped into then-candidate Donald Trump while gorging on Oreo cookies over a political boycott of the company.  Eleven years later, it's the end of the line for Stephen Colbert's late night TV show where comedy and politics collided.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to All Saints Church Worcester! In this podcast, we invite you to join us for a heartfelt worship gathering that celebrates our faith and community. 

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Rich Johnson has you Hook, Line and Sinker with the best Long Island fishing information. Find out where to catch the big ones. From amateur anglers, to pros, to family fishing outings, Rich has all the information you'll need to know.

Today on America in the MorningTrump Arrives In China President Trump is in China today meeting with the country's leader Xi Jinping.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest on the Trump-China Summit.   Richins Learns Her Fate The Utah mother who wrote a children's book on how to deal with grief and was found guilty of killing her husband with a lethal dose of fentanyl faced a judge and learned her fate Wednesday afternoon.  Steve Futterman has the story - Audio courtesy of Court TV.  Murdaugh Murder Conviction Overturned There was surprise in South Carolina after that state's top court on Wednesday unanimously undid the murder convictions against Alex Murdaugh, the lawyer a jury had found guilty of murdering his wife and one of his sons in a trial that captivated the country.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports that despite the conviction being overturned, Murdaugh will still have to remain behind bars.   California Medicaid Money On Hold Vice President JD Vance said that California's Medicaid money will be impacted as a part of the new government crackdown on fraud.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Survivors Rescued Eleven citizens of the Bahamas are lucky to be alive after the plane they were in suffered an engine failure and crashed into the Atlantic Ocean about 80 miles off the coast of Florida.  More States Plan Redistricting The Supreme Court ruling that called Louisiana's Congressional map unconstitutional racial gerrymandering is leading more Republican-led states to attempt to re-draw their maps, including in Alabama, Tennessee, and South Carolina - But one lawmaker wants to outlaw the practice for everyone.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Producer Prices Spike Wall Street said the report on producer prices spiking by 6 percent was blamed on soaring higher oil and grocery prices due to the war with Iran.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the political reaction to the latest inflation report, with House Speaker Mike Johnson, speaking on Fox News Fox and Friends, saying the economy was in great shape prior to the hostilities in the Middle East and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.   Nebraska Primary Results The primary election results in Nebraska are in, and all eyes are on an independent candidate as we move toward the midterms.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Senate OK's Warsh Kevin Warsh has crossed an important hurdle as the Senate has confirmed the man who will replace Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chairman.  Lisa Dwyer reports. House Passes New E-15 Bill House lawmakers passed a bill that would allow year-round sales of increased ethanol-blend fuel after years of debate on the issue sparked partisan fights and divided Republicans.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningWhite House Correspondents Dinner Shooting A gunman is in custody after another apparent thwarted assassination attempt of President Donald Trump, this time at the White House Correspondents Dinner in the heart of the Nation's Capital.  The President and all attendees were uninjured. John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   No Iran-US Weekend Meeting It was a frantic weekend in the effort to find a ceasefire deal with Iran – with no actual negotiations between the US and Tehran.  However, Iran's foreign minister will be in Russia today to meet with Vladimir Putin, and in the meantime, the Strait of Hormuz is still closed to shipping.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Indiana Mass Shooting Indiana University was the scene of the latest mass shooting in America, where it is believed two gunman opened fire following a fight between two women, leaving five students injured.   Warsh Block Removed The sole Republican senator who was standing in the way of President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve says he's ready to vote “yes.”  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on what changed the senator's mind.   Texas Tornado A powerful EF-2 tornado has been confirmed to have struck the town of Runaway Bay in Texas, northwest of Fort Worth, according to the National Weather Service.    Georgia Wildfires Worsen The out-of-control Georgia wildfires that destroyed more than 120 homes continue to threaten residents and property.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports there are now 15 new wildfires burning across the Peach State, including one that has exceeded 31 square miles in size.   Latest On The WH Correspondents Dinner Shooting President Trump was unharmed after a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents Dinner over the weekend.  The suspect, identified as Cole Allen of California, allegedly sent his family a manifesto they turned over to authorities that the president described as “Anti-Christian.”  Correspondent Mike Hempen reports on the initial moments of the attack, and what authorities know so far.   Inside The Ballroom There was chaos inside the Hilton Hotel in Washington where the White House Correspondent's Dinner was held as police and Secret Service officers swarmed the gunman.  Associated Press correspondent Aamer Madhani was attending the dinner and described what he saw.   What We Know About The Alleged Shooter There are concerns in Washington that there was not enough security in place for the White House Correspondents Dinner, despite a who's-who guest list which included both President Trump and Vice President Vance, the First Lady, several high-ranking members of the Cabinet, and the biggest media names that cover the White House and Congress.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on what we know about the suspected gunman who traveled by train from California to the Nation's Capital and booked a room at the Washington Hilton where the event was being held, and who was believed to be targeting top officials including the President.   Arrest In Missing Students Case The battered body of one of the two missing University of South Florida doctoral students has been found, and police in Tampa have made an arrest in the case.  Sue Aller reports that the suspect faced a judge for his initial court appearance Sunday, but the second student still remains missing. Florida Redistricting Plans Plans for the state of Florida to redistrict prior to the November midterm elections will be getting underway starting tomorrow in Tallahassee with a plan that could net the GOP as many as five seats in a state that already has a large Republican Congressional majority. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningOut-Of-Control Georgia-Florida Wildfires Severe drought conditions in the Southeast has become the fuel for out-of-control wildfires that are burning thousands of acres with no end in sight and forcing residents to flee.  91 counties in Georgia under a state of emergency order, and homes have been destroyed in Georgia and Florida.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports that one woman, talking to CBS News, said that she took her kids to school in the morning, and when she picked them up after school, she broke the news to them that everything they owned was burned to the ground.   Latest On Middle East Ceasefires President Trump is touting a three-week extension of the cease fire between Israel and Lebanon and asks for patience with the war with Iran where no talks are scheduled as saber rattling continues from both sides about the Strait of Hormuz.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Baton Rouge Mall Shooting.  One person was killed and five others were injured in a shooting at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge on Thursday afternoon.    Mass Shooting Thwarted A former police officer from North Carolina was arrested in Florida, charged with allegedly planning a mass shooting at a New Orleans music festival.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the suspect, found with at least 200 rounds of ammunition, was also wanted by Louisiana authorities on an outstanding warrant.   Drug Reclassification In an historic shift, the Trump administration announced it is reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug.  With what that means, here's correspondent Lisa Dwyer.   Latest On US-Iran President Trump announced from the White House that the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon would be extended by three weeks, but Iran is claiming Israel is violating the truce by attacking Hezbollah positions in Southern Lebanon.  There are still no meetings set for the US and Iran as that ceasefire continues, but correspondent Jon Gambrell reports that the president has ordered the U.S. military to "shoot and kill" Iranian small boats choking the Strait of Hormuz.   Senate's Homeland Security Funding The Senate has taken the first step in a new plan to fund the Department of Homeland Security.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.   California Governor's Debate The candidates to become the next California governor took the debate stage this week.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on the candidates to replace Governor Gavin Newsom.   Special Forces Soldier Arrested A U.S. Special Forces soldier involved in the military operation that captured former Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro was arrested on Thursday after allegedly betting on Maduro's removal from office before news of the raid was made public.  Shareholders OK Merger Stockholders gave their overwhelming approval to the Warner Bros.-Paramount merger.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports the deal is not yet done, as there may be regulatory hurdles ahead.   Finally   It's not just Uncle Sam that wants you, so do our neighbors to the north.  Millions of Americans are pursuing Canadian citizenship after a law that took effect in Canada made the process significantly easier for people with Canadian ancestry to claim both sides of the border as home.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningJudge Rules Against Virginia Redistricting Less than 24 hours after Virginia's redistricting plan was approved by Old Dominion State voters, a Virginia judge ruled the referendum unconstitutional, blocking the state from certifying the results, a move that Virginia's attorney general vows to immediately appeal.  President Trump is claiming the redistricting election, which could give Democrats four more House seats in the midterm election was rigged.  Correspondent Gary Fields has the details of how the vote passed.   West Virginia Chemical Leak Kills Two Two employees are dead and dozens of others were taken to the hospital after a chemical reaction at a plant Wednesday in the town of Nitro, West Virginia.  Joan Jones tells us this happened as crews were cleaning up a site to prepare for its shutdown, and some of those overcome were first responders helping the injured.   Navy Secretary Stands Down A surprise at the Pentagon as the Navy Secretary is leaving his role effective immediately.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that there was simmering tensions between the departing Navy Secretary and Pete Hegseth.   Nunes Leaves Truth Social There was also a leadership shuffle at the Trump media company.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports the CEO of Truth Social is departing.   Cigarette Smoking Could End In UK “Smoke ‘em if you got ‘em,” before the law says you can't.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports that a no cigarette smoking policy is about to become law in the U.K.   Latest On US-Iran Elements of Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps attacked three vessels and seized two container ships in the Strait of Hormuz that were attempting to leave the Persian Gulf, a move that sent oil prices higher but did not sway the United States which is continuing the blockade of Iran's ports.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the first full day of an extended cease fire with Iran.   Georgia-Florida Wildfires Wildfires in the Southeast are growing in size as the potential for danger persists in Florida and Georgia.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports 91 Georgia counties have been impacted so far, with heavy smoke drifting into Atlanta and Savannah.   RFK, Jr. On The Hot Seat On Capitol Hill, it was another contentious day for Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Junior, as he finished a marathon of testimony before several House and Senate committees. The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.   ICE Officer Arrested An immigration officer is under arrest, charged with assault after an investigation into a protest outside a Colorado ICE facility.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports. Senate's All-Nighter Last night, the Senate held a test of their own, after the GOP started what's known as a “vote-a-rama,” an all-night session of floor votes and amendments in an effort to guide the GOP's push to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol for the remainder of President Trump's term.  Finally   Hulk Hogan was larger than life, but the wrestling and TV star dealt with demons, including massive use of fentanyl.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningCeasefire Talks In Question President Trump announced that the ceasefire in place between the US and Iran ends Wednesday evening and it's highly unlikely he would extend it unless a deal is struck, however it's still unclear if there will even be a meeting in Pakistan today after the US fired on and seized an Iranian ship in the Gulf of Oman.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the President's mixed messages on the next U.S. steps, as shipping remains halted in the Strait of Hormuz.   Louisiana Mass Shooting Leaves 8 Kids Dead More is being learned about the 31-year-old father who opened fire on his family, killing seven of his own children along with a young cousin in his Shreveport, Louisiana home.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports that the shooter, a US Army veteran, was facing a divorce from his wife, and possessed a gun despite having a previous firearms conviction.   Cabinet Member Steps Down President Trump's Labor Secretary is the third Cabinet member to announce they are leaving their post.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the departure of Lori Chavez DeRemer came amid controversy.    Disagreement Turns Into Mass Shooting A meeting in a North Carolina park between teens who wanted to have a fight turned into a mass shooting leaving two teenagers dead and five others shot, four of those were girls.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   SCOTUS Religious Rights Case The Supreme Court on Monday took up its latest case asserting religious rights claims, agreeing to hear arguments that Colorado should exempt Catholic entities from a nondiscrimination provision in its state-funded preschool program.  Correspondent Sue Aller has details of a case that involves religious freedom and LGBTQ rights.   Patel Sues Atlantic FBI Director Kash Patel sued the Atlantic and staff writer Sarah Fitzpatrick in federal court, alleging that the magazine ran what he described as a “sweeping, malicious, and defamatory hit piece” against him on Friday with the intention of marring his reputation.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that Patel. Virginia's Map Vote Voters in Virginia are heading to the polls today to decide whether lawmakers should be allowed to temporarily redraw the state's congressional map ahead of the midterm elections.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports critics of the proposal are calling it the worst gerrymandering in America, while proponents blame altering the Texas maps to favor the GOP as the sole reason for the change.   Latest On California Governor's Race Less than a week after the frontrunner, Congressman Eric Swalwell dropped out of the California Governor's race, and resigned from Congress, another Democrat candidate is calling it quits.  The story from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Deadly Pennsylvania House Explosion Authorities believe a propane leak may have led to a devastating explosion and fire in Pennsylvania that took the lives of a mother and her six children.  Lisa Dwyer reports that the fire was so hot it melted various items across the street Farm Bill In The House House Republican leaders are working within their party to boost support for the farm bill ahead of next week's planned vote on the package.  Tech News A giant in the tech world is stepping aside.  Tim Cook is out as Apple CEO. Chuck Palm has this story today in his new segment, the New Old Tech Guy.    Finally   A popular singer is facing the possibility of life in prison after being arrested – charged with the gruesome slaying of a 14-year-old girl found cut in pieces in the trunk of his car.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on murder charges against singer “David” and what prosecutors believe was the motive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningUS-Iran Ceasefire President Trump and Iran have agreed on a two-week cease fire agreement that will see the U.S. ending their air assault on Iran and re-open the Strait of Hormuz to traffic once again, but questions over the agreement remain.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   World Reacts To Trump Statements & Ceasefire In less than 48 hours we went from President Trump's Easter Sunday message threatening massive Iranian destruction to Iran and the US accepting an outline for a ceasefire.  There was concern around the world that condemned the president's threats against Iran, with comments against the United States prior to the US and Iran stepping back from the brink.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani has that part of the story.   Georgia / Wisconsin Special Elections There were two elections on Tuesday, one to fill the vacant congressional seat of Marjorie Taylor Green and the other to fill an opening on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.    Texas Raises Book Questions The Texas State Board of Education is considering controversial changes to public school curriculum, including a proposal that could add Biblical texts to required reading lists for students from kindergarten through high school.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.   Reporter Freed The Iran-backed terror group that kidnapped American journalist Shelly Kittleson in Baghdad has freed her as a part of a prisoner swap.    Another Day Of Artemis II History More history was made and stunning views captured aboard the Artemis II spacecraft.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports astronauts also made a special space-to-space phone call.   Latest On Iran War  A ceasefire brokered by Pakistan is holding and came into effect less than 2 hours before President Trump's self-imposed deadline to Iran. Steve Futterman reports. Talk Of 25th Amendment Following profane and stern social media posts by President Trump amid war, the list of politicians and other key figures in politics who are calling for the 25th Amendment to be invoked is growing.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Vance In Budapest Vice President JD Vance was in Budapest, Hungary where he took a special phone call from President Trump as they staged a big show of support for the reelection bid of Hungary's autocratic leader Viktor Orban.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   ICE Shooting In California Local and federal officials are saying very little about Tuesday morning's shooting of an alleged gang member by ICE agents in California.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.  Baggage Prices Rising Another casualty of higher fuel prices – the American traveler.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the rising cost of bringing baggage to the airport. Finally   Hard to believe it's been 50 years since the characters Jill Munroe, Sabrina Duncan, and Kelly Garrett became part of television history as the three crime-fighting women working for a private detective agency.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd reunite for 'Charlie's Angels' 50th anniversary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningAttorney General Pam Bondi Fired The second White House cabinet member in 30 days has been removed, as President Trump announced that he fired Attorney General Pam Bondi on Thursday.  There are questions being raised as to why Trump showed one of his strongest loyalists the door, as well as who will replace her, and who in the cabinet could be next.  The details from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Oil Prices Soar Oil prices dramatically rose following Wednesday night's presidential address from the White House.  U.S. oil futures Thursday notched their biggest daily gain since climbing back from the COVID crash six years ago to close out a holiday-shortened week at $111.54 a barrel.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that high gas prices appear to be becoming the new normal likely into the summer.   Army Chief of Staff Leaving The Pentagon is confirming the departure of the Army Chief of Staff amid war with Iran.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the move was initiated by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.   Tina Peters Sentence Overturned A Colorado court has thrown out the 9 year prison sentence of Tina Peters on First Amendment grounds.  Sue Aller reports the legal challenge for the former Mesa County, Colorado clerk continues as she will next be resentenced.   Drone Sales Questioned A drone maker that is backed by Donald Trump, Junior and Eric Trump is negotiating to sell their product to Gulf countries that have been attacked by Iran, products needed to defend against a nation in a war led by President Trump.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   Trump's New Tariff President Trump announced that a new 100% tariff could hit some pharmaceutical drugs this year.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Latest On Iran War The United Nations Security Council is preparing to vote today on a proposal from Bahrain that would authorize countries to use all defensive means necessary to secure the Strait of Hormuz.  Meanwhile, the world continues to react to the ongoing conflict in Iran, less than 48 hours after President Trump pledged the conflict would end soon.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Second Russian Tanker Cuba-Bound Saying they will stand by the people of Cuba, Russia announced it will send a second oil tanker to Havana with crude oil, putting it on a collision course with the Trump administration's blockade of the island.  Correspondent Charles deLedesma reports.   No Money For Day Care & Medicare President Trump told a crowd gathered at the White House for a private Easter party that it's not possible for the federal government to expand child care programs - along with Medicare and Medicaid - arguing that the states should take care of those programs and let the federal government focus on military spending.  Joan Jones has the story.   Mosque Leader Detained The president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee, Wisconsin's largest mosque, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in what mosque leaders and national Muslim advocacy groups are calling a politically motivated arrest.  Pope Leo's Message Pope Leo took aim at political and people's abuses of power presiding over the mass prior to Good Friday at the Vatican.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   Tech News Elon Musk may soon have the title of the world's first trillionaire, thanks to SpaceX.  Chuck Palm has this story today in his new segment, the New Old Tech Guy.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningIran Rejects Trump Peace Deal Iran is rejecting a reported US 15-point peace plan and releasing its own counterproposal.  This comes as Iran is preparing for the possibility of American boots on the ground, and the US sending more soldiers to the Middle East - and we may now know about that ‘gift' from Iran that President Trump mentioned this week.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Senate Impasse On Homeland Security  With Congress about to head out of town for a two-week recess, the shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security has reached 40 days, with record long security lines at many US airports.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington. SCOTUS On The Internet On a day when a New Mexico court and a jury in Los Angeles both judged cases against Facebook parent company Meta, the Supreme Court gave a win for internet providers.  The details from correspondent Lisa Dwyer.   Gregory Discusses Florida Victory Emily Gregory, the Florida Democrat who won a special election for a state legislature seat in the district home to President Trump is speaking out for the first time since her surprise win on Tuesday night.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.    New Cases Against Letitia James There could be new legal troubles for New York's attorney general.  A Trump administration official has made new criminal referrals against Letitia James to federal prosecutors in Miami and Chicago for two cases of possible homeowner's insurance fraud.    FLOTUS & The Robot First Lady Melania Trump hosted an A-I-powered humanoid robot at the White House yesterday as part of a children's technology summit.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Trump & Iran Iran has responded to President Trump's 15-point ceasefire plan, completely rejecting the White House proposal, as their foreign minister claimed on Iranian State television that he's unaware as to who President Trump is even negotiating with.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the Trump administration is putting Iran on notice that the worst is yet to come from America's military, as more US troops are heading to the region.   Senate's TSA Impasse Talks in the Senate hit an impasse over Homeland Security funding, meaning TSA agents will continue to go without a paycheck, and already long lines at airport security checkpoints could get even longer.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports at some airports as TSA workers struggle to make ends meet, they're resorting to selling their own blood, as Senate leadership points the finger of blame at the other.   Meta's Social Media Cases A Los Angeles jury reached a verdict Wednesday in a high profile social media addiction trial.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the California case comes a day after a New Mexico court found fined Facebook's parent company Meta $375 million dollars in a landmark child exploitation and user safety case.   Readying For $4 Gas Anytime you drive past a filling station you see it – the price of gas nationally is a penny away from averaging $4 dollars-a-gallon – up a dollar a gallon in just 30 days.  Triple-A says that 12 states now have gas averaging above $4-10 Finally   In a tearful and first interview since Nancy Guthrie went missing, NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie says someone needs to help investigators locate her missing mother.  Ed Donahue has more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningNTSB Discusses NYC Plane Crash The National Transportation Safety Board held a news conference at New York City's LaGuardia Airport, the site of the Air Canada crash that left the pilot and co-pilot dead after the passenger jet struck a fire truck on the runway.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on the investigation, and what they have learned so far as to how the deadly collision happened.   No Deal Yet For TSA Pay As the partial government shutdown that's left TSA agents unpaid continues, the lines appear to be getting longer at some airport security checkpoints, this despite the presence of ICE agents at some of those airports.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Trump's Mail-In Ballot In President Trump's Palm Beach district, Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election to take a Florida State House seat in a district that a Republican won by 19 points in 2024.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that the president admits he voted by mail in this election, even as he rips the practice as 'cheating.'   Refinery Fire Under Control There's some good news in the Lone Star State after residents of a Texas city were urged to shelter in place following an explosion and fire at Valero oil refinery.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani has details.   Patel Investigation Wider Than Known New information unveiled on Capitol Hill Tuesday shows a more extensive Federal investigation into current FBI Director Kash Patel before he was tapped for the job.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Trump & Iran The Trump administration claims it has offered a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran, sent through intermediaries from Pakistan, which comes as Iranian leadership is denying any negotiations are taking place.  While President Trump says the war in Iran is over, the Pentagon says thousands more American troops are being sent to the region.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Historic Hot March A huge heat dome spreading across the United States from Minnesota and Missouri over to California is baking the western half of the nation, and setting temperature records along the way including east of the Mississippi River.  Seth Borenstein reports.   New DHS Secretary Less than 24 hours after the US Senate voted its approval, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin took the oath of office Tuesday.  Minnesota Sues DOJ & DHS The state of Minnesota has filed an unprecedented lawsuit against the Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security alleging a lack of cooperation over shootings in Minneapolis.  Jennifer King reports. Debate Canceled Over Color Diversity, or a lack of it, is the reason the University of Southern California canceled its Tuesday gubernatorial debate.   Finally   Two major companies are placing new bans on insider trading as senators move to curb prediction markets.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump-Japan Meeting Over Iran This week marked the third week we have been at war with Iran, and concerns have been raised over the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz which has led to gas prices rising, asks by President Trump of world leaders who have all said no, including the Prime Minister of Japan, to help the US get the vital waterway open, and attacks by Iran on Gulf oil and gas facilities.  John Stolnis has details from Washington.    More War Money Needed After spending $11 billion dollars in the initial first few days of the war in the Middle East, the Pentagon is seeking an extra $200 billion in Iran war funding.  As Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, the Pentagon says this is to replenish armaments, but the call to add more supplemental spending is getting a frosty reception on Capitol Hill, where Republican Senator James Lankford and Democrat Senator Tammy Duckworth told CNN that the Pentagon will not receive a blank check.  TSA Lines Get Longer As the stalemate over the Homeland Security Department budget continues, more TSA agents are calling out and others are getting help from their neighbors.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Latest On Missing Student In Spain A tragic ending to the story of an American college student who was reported missing earlier this week in Spain.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the 20-year-old was visiting friends for spring break and planned to return to the United States this weekend when he went missing.   Latest House Epstein Hearing Lawmakers deposed one of Jeffrey Epstein's associates as part of the House investigation into late-sex offender's dealings.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Netanyahu News Conference With internet rumors swirling that he was dead and replaced in Israel's government, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a press conference hailing the US and Israeli action against Iran, and vowing to do whatever it takes to stop both the Iranian regime and Hezbollah operating in Lebanon.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that Netanyahu emphatically stated his nation did not coerce or drag the US into the conflict.   Targeting Oil & Gas Middle Eastern energy producing nations have been rattled by Iran's attack on oil and liquefied natural gas fields in nations including Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.  Correspondent Jon Gambrell reports Gulf nations are fearing Iran targeting energy infrastructure could hurt them for years if attacks worsen.   Removing The Chavez Name Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on Thursday signed a proclamation renaming the city's Cesar Chavez Day holiday as “Farmworker's Day,” which comes after news of sex assault allegations against the late labor leader.  Student Loans New Home The Trump administration is making a move to push student loan coverage out of the overview of the Department of Education.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports. Sports – Robert Workman   NCAA Tournament & more.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTop Intelligence Official Resigns Over Iran War One of the Trump administration's top intelligence officials announced Tuesday he was stepping down over his opposition to the U.S. war with Iran.  John Stolnis has more on the President's reaction from Washington.  Senate Debates SAVE Act The US Senate has begun to debate a law to require proof of US citizenship when not only registering to vote, but when going to the polls - and that debate could stretch days, and no guarantees it will survive a House or Senate vote.  The details from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Bondi Ordered To Testify Five Republicans on the House Oversight Committee forced a vote and issued a subpoena for Attorney General Pam Bondi to answer new questions about the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and files.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   It Was A Meteor The National Weather Service is explaining a "loud boom" heard in Northeast Ohio on Tuesday.   US Plans For Cuba The United States told Cuba that for meaningful negotiations to continue, their current president must step down.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the negotiations and ongoing power problems in Cuba.   Amazon Overnight Federal Express can get your letter to its destination overnight, but with a price.  Now Amazon is taking a page from their mantra, when it absolutely, positively has to be there overnight.  Lisa Dwyer reports on a new delivery program by the e-Commerce giant.    Trump Talks NATO & Kent Resigns President Trump was rebuffed by NATO and a number of European nations, along with Japan and Australia, for not heeding his call to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, and the president lashed out on Tuesday saying both the US does not need NATO, and that he will not forget those nations who declined to help try to keep the vital waterway open.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that the White House is also criticizing a top counterterrorism official who posted an online resignation over the Iran war.   Guilty Of Murdering Her Husband A Utah woman is visibly shaken as the jury renders their verdict in a case involving the poisoning death of her husband.  Correspondent Bob Brown reports the jury was barely out three hours before saying the children's book writer was guilty – audio courtesy KUTV Salt Lake City.   Spring Break Shootings  Police are out in force in Daytona Beach, Florida and other Florida Spring break towns after several shootings and gun arrests were made.  Correspondent Steve Futterman reports. Roberts On Rhetoric The Supreme Court's Chief Justice has a warning to politicians that the criticism of judges in America is going too far.  The story from correspondent Ed Donahue. Georgia Shooting One person is dead after a shooting at a Georgia Veterans Administration clinic.  The details from correspondent Jennifer King.  Finally  The Chicago River was dyed green, fountains in Savannah, Georgia spewed green water, the ingredients for Irish stew were traditionally tossed in New Orleans, and parades marched through cities from Boston to San Francisco.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on the largest parade in the nation as America celebrated St. Patrick's Day.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningTrump Finds No Help For Strait Of Hormuz Plans In a Monday press conference, President Trump discussed the war with Iran, but also vented frustration with a number of America's allies over their reluctance to aid the US military in getting ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz and getting Middle East oil to its destinations.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports President Trump is urging other nations to help, but many European and Asian countries are rejecting his pleas.   Severe Weather & TSA Trouble The combination of Monday's severe weather in the Upper Midwest and the East Coast, combined with those tasked with providing security at the nation's airports still not getting paid due to the partial government shutdown is putting pressure on lawmakers to act.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports there were over 4,000 canceled flights in the US on Monday, and people waited as long as 4 hours to get through security checkpoints due to a lack of staffing.   Cuban Power Outage President Trump is again considering action against Cuba as the country suffers economic hardships and island-wide power outages.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   SCOTUS To Hear Immigration Case The Supreme Court says it will hear another Trump administration immigration case, this one involving migrants from nations in the Caribbean and the Middle East.  Correspondent Ed Donahue has details.   Striking Slaughterhouse Workers About 3,800 workers for the world's largest meatpacking company began striking Monday in Colorado, and if they don't get a new contract soon, already costly beef could become even more expensive for U.S.   Trump-Kennedy Center To Close President Trump announced it last month, and now it's official.  The Trump-Kennedy Center will close for a massive two-year renovation project inside and out.  More from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Historic Nebraska Wildfire It's being called the worst wildfire in the history of the state of Nebraska.  More than 700-thousand acres of rangeland are burning in the Cornhusker state, and cattle farmers say it's leading to big losses that could stretch over the next few years.  Correspondent Joan Jones has the story.   EU Saying No To Trump President Trump's pleas to the European Union and other nations to help the United States work to keep the vital Strait of Hormuz open to shipping as Iran targets vessels and oil facilities in the region seems to be falling on deaf ears.  Correspondent Karen Chammas reports on E-U foreign ministers weighing up a decision of what to do to keep the Strait of Hormuz open in order to stop an energy crisis. Richins Guilty Kouri Richins, the Utah woman accused of fatally poisoning her husband with fentanyl, and then self-published a children's book on grieving following his death, has been found guilty of murder following a weeks-long trial.  Finally   There were some surprising snubs, at least one missing winning actor, and a number of controversial moments at Sunday night's Oscar's.  The details from entertainment reporter Kevin Carr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningOil Prices Skyrocket As War Intensifies The Trump Administration maintains that the United States and Israel are winning war with Iran, but is leaving the door open to sending in ground forces to secure nuclear materials as Israel and the US continues to attack Iran's capabilities to wage war and develop nuclear weapons.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Russia In The Background There are serious questions being raised as to reports that Russia has gotten involved in the war with Iran, helping the Iranian government with logistics about US positions in the region, and providing Iran with information to help Tehran strike the US military.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports in an interview with the UK's Sky News, Russian Ambassador to the UK Andrey Kelin confirmed his nation is backing Iran, a situation that the Trump administration is not at this time concerned about.   Gracie Mansion Explosive Device The FBI is launching a terrorism investigation after a homemade explosive device ignited outside the home of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on protests and counter-protests that ended in a number of arrests.   Incident At US Embassy In Norway There are terrorism concerns abroad after an explosion outside of the US Embassy in Oslo, Norway caused damage but no injuries.  The details from correspondent Mike Hempen.   Prank Leads To Teacher's Death There was tragedy in Georgia when a prank gone wrong left a teacher dead.  It happened in Gainesville, Georgia, when teenagers as a prank were throwing rolls of toilet paper in a tree in the front yard of Jason Hughes, a 40-year-old teacher at North Hall High School.    Latest In The Middle East In the Middle East, acrid smoke filled the air in Tehran after the Israeli Air Force destroyed a fuel depot, setting it ablaze, as both the US and Israel began targeting Iranian infrastructure.  The US military confirmed a seventh service member has died from injuries they sustained during an Iranian attack at a facility in Saudi Arabia.  Iran dominated the Sunday TV news programs, as supporters and opponents predicted glory and doom, which came as Iran's leaders reportedly chose a new Supreme Leader.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.   US-UK Trouble President Trump had choice words for the prime minister of Great Britain, saying we don't need people that join wars after we've already won since the UK had originally refused the US request to use British bases to attack Iran.  Correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports.   Trump's Next Target While word out of Florida is that President Trump could announce an economic deal with Cuba in the coming days, the president is predicting that the government of the island nation just 90 miles from Key West could fall in weeks as a lack of fuel and energy is decimating the Communist nation.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports President Trump says Cuba is the next country in the U.S. crosshairs.   Gas Prices Soaring Your eyes will not be deceiving you when you gas up today.  The price of a barrel of West Texas Crude oil was up 20 percent and surpassed $110 dollars overnight.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

✪WordPress ✪The eleventh episode of our DC SECRET FILES podcast — the show that dares to tackle DC Comics' greatest creations in encyclopedic form! Each episode, Frank will be joined by a special guest, in this case, Comics Enabler & Victim Billy Hynes, to cover characters and concepts from across DC's history. Our discussion of the given property will be married to a piece of original art commissioned by DC to spotlight the same. This time around, we chat about 1995's Team One: WildC.A.T.s #1-2, by James Robinson, Rich Johnson, & Mark Farmer; and Team One: Stormwatch #1-2, by Steven T. Seagle, Tom Raney, & Hilary Barta, as well as a host of other talents. Plus we cover YOUR feedback!D.E.O. Report [0:00:56]Jacob Marlowe (WildC.A.T.s Adventures) art by Kirk Jarvinen & Jason Moore [0:09:21]Mr. Majestic (WildC.A.T.s '94 Cards) art by Tom Raney [0:16:46]Cover Story #1s [0:32:49]Lucy Blaize (WildC.A.T.s '94 Cards) art by Tom Raney [0:37:48]John Colt (WildC.A.T.s '94 Cards) art by Tom Raney [0:46:42]Cover Story #2s [0:52:35]Marc Slayton (WildStorm Gallery Cards) art by Joe Phillips [0:56:15]Mason (WildC.A.T.s '94 Cards) art by Rich Johnson [1:02:03]Think Tank (WildStorm Gallery Cards) art by Jerry Ordway [1:11:23]“Team One: WildC.A.T.s” by Robinson, Johnson, Farmer & Co. [1:17:33]Slaughterhouse Smith (WildStorm Gallery Cards) art by John Van Fleet [1:35:58]Isaiah King (WildStorm Gallery Cards) art by Terese Nielsen [1:44:19]“Team One: Stormwatch” by Seagle, Raney, Barta & Co. [1:51:30]Regiment (WildC.A.T.s '94 Cards) art by Tom Raney [2:11:08]Team One (Wildstorm Universe Sourcebook) art by Alan Davis & Mark Farmer [2:16:46]Confidential Communiqués [2:32:53]Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on our website: Rolled Spine Podcasts Images from this episode on TumblrE-MAIL: rolledspinepodcasts@gmail.comTweet us @rolledspine or skeet host Diabolu Frank on BlueSky#DCSFPDC Secret Files theme song by Luke Daab

Today on America in the MorningWar Powers Act Vote Fails Democrats in the Senate were thwarted in their attempt to bring a Congressional war powers vote to the floor that would have moved them one step closer to giving Congress authority to authorize military action against Iran.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.   Hegseth Discusses Iran War Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth spoke to the media and said ramped up U.S. air defenses cannot stop every Iranian aerial attack, while asserting that the United States cannot be stopped in its pursuit of putting an end to Iranian pursuits of having a nuclear weapon and threatening other nations.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   House Wants Bondi Back Lawmakers in the House of Representatives are calling in Attorney General Pam Bondi to answer more questions about the Epstein files.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Trouble For Gonzalez A U-S Congressman from Texas is headed into a runoff election amid scandal and calls from his own party to resign.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.   SCOTUS On Immigration The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Federal appeals courts must defer to immigration judges when reviewing asylum decisions, bolstering the executive branch's authority in immigration cases and handing the Trump administration a win as it pushes an aggressive deportation agenda.    Cellphones For Pets For some parents, it's tough enough to decide at what age your kids will be given a smartphone.  Now, correspondent Julie Walker reports that the next call you get could instead be coming from your pets.  Latest In The Middle East The Defense Department released the names of two more soldiers killed in an Iranian attack in Kuwait on Sunday.  The State Department said it arranged a charter flight that has picked up American citizens in the Middle East and is on its way back to the United States.   Iran Leadership In Iran, the 59-year-old son of the late-Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has emerged as the leading choice to succeed his father and lead Iran.  However, as correspondent Jon Gambrell reports, if selected, he is considered someone with strong links to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps, and even more hardline than the late-Supreme Leader.   Primary Recap There were a few surprises in Tuesday's primary elections in North Carolina, Arkansas, and Texas.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has a recap.   Sex Abuse Coverup An explosive report finds that hundreds of children were sexually abused by Catholic priests in Rhode Island, covering over 7 decades.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports the sprawling investigation also found failures by the Providence Diocese in responding to abuse allegations. Walz On The Hot Seat Minnesota's Governor went toe-to-toe with Republicans on the House Oversight Committee in a Wednesday hearing over charges of massive fraud in government programs.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Finally   It was clearly an unusual day for the hosts of The View.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr says viewers were audibly protesting a discussion about immigration enforcement when their conservative host called the Democrats “the party of masks.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

William Petersen joins me to talk To Live And Die In LA, William Friedkin, Robby Müller, Darlanne Fluegel, Willem Dafoe, Manhunter, Michael Mann, Chicago theatre, 12 Angry Men, Dennis Farina, James Caan, nearly working with Oliver Stone, Richard Chamberlain, Hamlet, working with George C. Scott, what brought him to acting and much much more.The Craig & Friends Movie Club for To Live And Die In LA. The full show features chats with Billy Petersen, Bob Yeoman, Wang Chung, Linda Bass & Gala Avary (and more that I can't reveal at the moment) will be out later this year. Portions of this chat will be included, along with material we taped that's exclusive to the larger show.If you haven't heard the Manhunter Movie Club (with Gala Avary & Rich Johnson) or watched it on YouTube...don't depreive yourself. Get into it, sport.Head over to The Craig & Friends Patreon and get set for raw To Live And Die In LA interviews and other exclusive material. New programming to be announced shortly. Up right now is the Q&A I moderated at Wang Chung's concert for To Live And Die In LA's 40th Anniversary, taped in December at the Belasco Theater in LA.

Welcome to All Saints Church Worcester! In this podcast, we invite you to join us for a heartfelt worship gathering that celebrates our faith and community. 

Today on America in the MorningState Of The Union Day After The day after President Trump's State of the Union, administration officials and Republican allies hit the cable news networks to stump for the President's policies while Democrat lawmakers took to the airwaves to slam Trump's speech.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Cuba Fires On US Craft   A serious escalation between the United States and Cuba, as the Cuban military shot four people dead in a speedboat just off Cuba's coast, an incident that the Cuban government claims were armed Cubans living in America attempting to infiltrate the island on a mission of terrorism.  America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has details.   LA's School Chief Raided Federal agents in Los Angeles armed with a warrant raided the home and office of the head of the nation's second largest school district.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports a home in Miami was also searched linked to this case.   Snowball Trouble There's new trouble for the mayor of New York City.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports Zohran Mamdani's relationship with the NYPD starts to get icy after officers were pelted in a snowball fight, and suspects now are being sought.   Contentious Hearing A contentious at times confirmation hearing was held Wednesday for President Trump's Surgeon General nominee.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Ukraine Talks Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his negotiators will meet with Trump envoys today, in the hopes that Russia will eventually join them for peace talks.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this meeting is now 5 years and 2 days after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.   US-Iran Meeting U.S. and Iranian negotiators have returned to Geneva for their third round of indirect talks over Iran's nuclear program.  The meetings come as President Trump has upgraded his rhetoric towards Tehran, and the Islamic Republic has been pushing back.  More from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Agents Fired At least 10 FBI employees who worked on former Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into President Trump's retention of classified records after he left the White House in 2021 were fired on Wednesday.  Finally   Phil Collins, Shakira, and Billy Idol are some of this year's nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the list of all of the nominees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningState Of The Union Standing before a joint session of Congress, President Trump touted what he sees as the accomplishments of the first year of his second term and offered heavy criticism at Democrats in what became the longest State of the Union speech in history.  John Stolnis has the recap from Washington.   Democrat State Of The Union Response   Outside the Capitol, Democrats held what they billed as the People's Rally, blaming President Trump for a number of issues, and after the State of the Union, Virginia Governor Abagail Spanberger gave the Democrat response.  Bob Brown has that part of the story.   Reward Upped In Guthrie Disappearance The reward for information on the whereabouts of Nancy Guthrie has been increased.  Ed Donahue reports the plea by NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie comes as her mother has now been missing for nearly a month.   Washington Stabbing Spree A shocking scene in a small residential neighborhood - Five people, including a suspect, are dead in a mass stabbing in the Pacific Northwest.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson in Seattle.   DOJ Sues UCLA The Department of Justice is suing University of California system over allegations that its L-A campus turned a blind eye to workplace antisemitism.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   State Of The Union Recap In the longest State of the Union speech in history, President Trump touted his accomplishments and also sparred with Democrats.  John Stolnis has the recap from Washington.   GOP Calling For Gonzalez Resignation Republican House leadership is responding to calls for a Texas Congressman to step down following an alleged affair that ended in tragedy.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Deputies Killed During Traffic Stop Two Missouri sheriff's deputies were killed early Tuesday morning while conducting a traffic stop.  The incident triggered a manhunt that ended with the death of the suspect.  Correspondent Joan Jones tells us two other deputies were wounded in the firefight.   Consumer Confidence A small rebound in US consumer confidence in February comes after a plunge a month earlier.  Lisa Dwyer has details. New Developments In Kirk Case In a Utah courtroom, there were new legal developments in the case surrounding the Charlie Kirk shooting.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Finally   A rift is forming between the New York City mayor and the police department in the nation's largest city after nearly a dozen officers were injured during a snowball fight.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports the officers were responding to what was a planned event in a park, but a video has now surfaced of the snowball throwers taunting police as they pelted the officers, and the police union is demanding arrests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Today on America in the Morning Police Match A Glove In Guthrie Case The FBI now confirms that DNA found inside the glove discovered near Nancy Guthrie's home belongs to a man, and appears to match the gloves seen being worn by the masked person in doorbell video the night the 84-year-old vanished from her Tucson, Arizona home.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on where the investigation stands into the disappearance of the mother of NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie.   Munich Back-And-Forth   Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US wants to re-vitalize its friendship with Europe, but in the same speech, he criticized several bedrock European values -and European and some American political leaders are pushing back.  More from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Massie Slams Bondi A Republican congressman leading the House investigation into the Epstein files says he's lost confidence in U-S Attorney General Pam Bondi.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Board Of Peace Plans President Donald Trump's new Board of Peace is pledging $5 billion dollars toward rebuilding Gaza.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports there are still questions as to when Phase 2 of the ceasefire deal will be fully implemented, and exactly how the Board of Peace money will be spent.   Storms On Two Coasts Wicked winter weather on both coasts is expected to impact California and New York this morning.    Stanford Hung Jury A jury fails to reach a verdict in the trial of Stanford protesters.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports the jury could not decide whether 13 students who were arrested during anti-Israel protests caused the hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage to the campus.   Partial Government Shutdown A partial government shutdown continues into another week after lawmakers failed to come to terms on a spending bill.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Homan Talks Drawdown The drawdown of immigration agents is underway in Minneapolis.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports President Trump's border czar says a 'small' security force will remain in Minnesota, while the Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says the damage from having ICE agents in his city doesn't justify the results.   Olympic Pressure The talk of the Olympics has turned to what many are calling the meltdown on the ice of the American who was destined to win gold.  Steve Futterman reports on the latest from the Winter Games in Milan.   US-Iran Talks Iranian State Media reported that the nation's foreign minister will attend the indirect talks between the Islamic Republic and the United States, which comes as CNBC is reporting that potential energy, mining, and aircraft deals will be on the table as both sides discuss a nuclear deal.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on new U.S. action geared toward Iran, with a second aircraft carrier task force heading to the region. US Intercepts Another Oil Tanker The Department of War said Sunday that American forces intercepted a vessel in the Indo-Pacific after it attempted to evade a quarantine order issued by the Trump administration.   NJ Man Guilty A New Jersey man has been found guilty in a bizarre murder plot targeting his own brother and his family.  The details from correspondent Jennifer King.   Finally   Who ever thought back in December of 1989 that an animated cartoon debuting about the Simpson family in the fictional town of Springfield would still be going strong today, and more seasons are still to come.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the latest on a history-making episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the MorningBreak In The Guthrie Disappearance Authorities detained a man for questioning Tuesday night in the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.  America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has the latest on the investigation.   Facing Another Government Shutdown With the deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security set for Thursday, Congress is under pressure to reach a compromise on reforms for ICE's immigration enforcement.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   ICE Head On The Hot Seat There was a heated House hearing on Capitol Hill where ICE's chief defended his officers amid outrage over their actions in Minnesota.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this included several instances where the committee chairman nearly lost control of the hearing.   Latest On Georgia Election Records Seized New details are emerging of ballot checks in Georgia.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports the investigation that led to an FBI search warrant began with a referral from a Trump 2020 campaign lawyer when they lost a number of lawsuits challenging the election.  Collins For Reelection A long-time Republican Senator announced she is running for re-election.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Monks Make It To DC A group of Monks have finally reached the Nation's Capital after walking nearly 23 hundred miles on a quest for peace.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.    Congress Pressing On The Epstein Files Congress continues to press the Trump Administration to the Epstein files. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Latest On Michigan-Canada Bridge There are two routes between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario: a tunnel under the Detroit River and the Ambassador Bridge.  A third crossing is just weeks from opening - or maybe not, according to President Trump.  The details from correspondent Rich Johnson.    Canada School Shooting Tragedy north of the border where a shooting at a school in Canada's British Columbia left eight dead including a female whom police believe to be the shooter, while two more people were found dead at a nearby home.  Mejia Declared Winner The shocking upset of the candidate expected to win a primary that included over a dozen contestants vying for the Congressional seat once held by Mikie Sherrill in New Jersey is complete.  Lisa Dwyer reports that a challenger to a progressive New Jersey Democrat has conceded.   Finally   There was a lot of controversy surrounding the NFL halftime show featuring Bad Bunny, but now questions about lip syncing are being raised about Kid Rock in the alternative show.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has reaction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Today on America in the MorningGovernment Shutdown Vote Today President Trump is urging the U-S House of Representatives to pass a funding package to end the partial government shutdown, but there's still no guarantees that a scheduled vote for today will get over the finish line with questions being raised by both Democrats and some Republicans.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports a potential holdup surrounds money for Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.   Bodycams For ICE Good police policy or just smart politics - Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's new order for federal agents in Minnesota has drawn both positive and negative reactions.  That, and more developments in Minneapolis from correspondent Rich Johnson.  Clintons Agree To Testify Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to appear for in-person depositions in Washington, DC, in the congressional Jeffrey Epstein probe.   America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has details.   Latest On Guthrie Disappearance Arizona authorities are continuing their search for NBC 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's missing 84-year-old mother.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that police are now investigating her disappearance as a kidnapping.   Virginia Trial Ends A sensation trial in Virginia ended with guilty verdicts for a man accused of killing his wife and having an affair with their au pair.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   DHS & Government Shutdown A big reason we started the month with a government shutdown was due to the situation in Minneapolis, as Democrats and some Republicans were demanding reforms to ICE and federal officers, specifically in how they conduct themselves.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on a big shift for Homeland Security officers, who will now wear body cameras, a point that House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, speaking on Fox News, said needed to be done.   Texas Election Aftermath There's fallout in the Lone Star State as Democrats are hopeful that the tide is turning among Texans who historically vote Republican. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports a Democrat will head to Washington, narrowing even further the razor-thin House GOP majority, and the Texas State Senate will get a Democrat in a district that President Trump won by double-digits just 14 months ago.   Still Digging Out Winter weather has devastated parts of the South, including snow in Tampa, snow and ice in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and blizzard conditions that wreaked havoc in North Carolina, and the cleanup could take a long time.  Correspondent Joan Jones in Nashville, Tennessee with the latest there, where many people are still without power, heat, and internet from a winter storm over one week ago.   Trump Wants Nationalized Voting President Donald Trump said Monday that Republican lawmakers should nationalize voting.  US & Iran To Meet There's saber-rattling coming out of Iran after the Ayatollah said any action by the United States against the Islamic Republic would lead to what he called a regional war.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports this comes despite the Trump administration announcing that the US and Iran would hold nuclear talks on Friday.   Hazing Death Three college students in Arizona, all members of a fraternity, are under arrest after what police are describing as a hazing death of an 18-year-old.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Finally  There was more politics than usual in the annual Grammy Awards, which caught the ire of President Trump who threatened a lawsuit against the music show's host.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Today on America in the MorningMinnesota's ICE Lawsuit The state of Minnesota and its two biggest cities are suing the federal government over the deployment of thousands of ICE and Border Patrol agents.  However, as correspondent Rich Johnson reports, the lawsuit comes as the White House is sending one thousand more agents.    NYC Nurses On Strike The average hospital in the United States employs just over 60 nurses, but in New York City, 15,000 union RN's are walking the picket lines outside the largest hospitals in the nation's largest city.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on one of the biggest-ever nurses strikes – and among those walking with the strikers, the new mayor of New York City.   Kelly Sues Hegseth Democrat Senator Mark Kelly is taking his fight to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to court, fighting a legal battle against attempts to punish him for his video warning about illegal orders.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Mississippi Synagogue Suspect's Confession We're learning more about the man who allegedly set fire to a historic Mississippi synagogue.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on what the 19-year-old told the FBI after his father turned him in.   Canada's China Trade Connection President Trump announced that he is imposing 25 percent tariffs on any nation that have trade with Iran, due to the unrest in the Islamic Republic.  This will impact nations including China, and despite calls by President Trump to keep China away from Greenland and North America, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is in the People's Republic this week to promote trade and improve ties, a move that would distance Canada from the US – and potentially increase Canada's tariffs.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Historic Stamp Float like a butterfly and send it through the mail - A legendary boxer is being honored with a long-awaited stamp.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports.   Trump's Iran-Related Tariffs President Trump is weighing military options as protests continue in Iran against the Islamic government over rising prices and a crashing currency.  As the death toll continues to rise, Trump announced an order, saying any nation doing business with Iran will be hit with a 25% tariff on all trade, a move he called “final and conclusive,” and will impact Brazil, Turkey, and China, among others.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports that Trump claims Iran wants to negotiate.   Pushback Against Trump Greenland Plans Despite President Trump's plans to take over Greenland in one way or the other, Denmark, NATO, a number of European Union nations, Greenland's government, and a bipartisan group in Congress are all pushing back on the idea.  America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has the latest.   Trump Considers Obamacare Veto With the clock ticking toward a possible end-of-the-month government shutdown, President Trump is chiming-in about what he could do if the US Senate follows the House and passes an extension on Obamacare subsidies.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Fed Subpoena Reaction From the business world to Capitol Hill, there's reaction to a call from the Department of Justice to investigate the leader of the Federal Reserve.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.  Peltola For Senate With only small Republican majorities in both sides of Congress, a former Democrat congresswoman from Alaska announced she's going to make a run for the Senate from the 49th State, which could put what was considered a safe GOP seat in play.  Sue Aller reports.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Abel Ferrara's 1984 NYC sleaze gem FEAR CITY gets the Movie Club treatment, with a side order of TEQUILA & BONETT - a show that just might change everyone's life. The brilliant and charming film essayist, cinema professor & connoisseur Rich Johnson returns to join me in celebrating all things Abel Ferrara, the charisma of Jack Scalia, magic of Melanie Griffith, triumph of Tom Beringer and brilliance of Billy Dee Williams in a film about a stripper agency whose clients are being hunted by a serial killer. In short, a wholesome romp that somehow hasn't yet popped up on the Hallmark Channel.Watch the film for free on Amazon or get the recent deluxe reissue on 101 featuring Rich's definitive essay AND both cuts of the filmDive into Rich's amazing archive of brilliant Companion Pieces, video essays, interviews and more Craig & Friends PatreonSubscribe to the Craig & Friends YouTube

Today on America in the MorningLatest On US Attack On Venezuela More details are being learned and the world continues to talk about the United States' military operation to capture Nicholas Maduro and bring him to the U.S. to face drug charges, and what will happen next in Venezuela.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Worldwide Reaction To Maduro Arrest Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro's first court appearance is scheduled for today in New York City, and while he and his wife may have spent a couple of nights quietly held in a Brooklyn jail, it is anything BUT quiet back in Venezuela and most of South America.  More on that from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Maduro's Court Appearance Today There is a legal debate growing as to the arrest by the United States of Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on the legal questions prosecutors may face in relation to immunity for foreign leaders.   Uvalde Court Case Begins What happened during the first critical minutes inside Uvalde's Robb Elementary School will be in focus as the first criminal trial over the delayed law enforcement response to the deadly 2022 school shooting is scheduled to start today in a Texas courtroom.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   Denmark Demands Trump Leave Greenland Alone The prime minister of Denmark is demanding that President Trump and his administration stop making threats about taking over Greenland.   Judge Resigns Embattled Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan who was convicted of obstruction last month for helping an immigrant evade federal officers, has sent her resignation letter to the state's governor.    Reaction To US Capture Of Maduro Nations around the world and both here in the United States and in Venezuela there's reaction to the U.S. military attack that captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on that reaction, including from President Trump who says that for new, the US will be in charge of running Venezuela.   Airlines Impacted By Venezuelan Assault Airline flights on Saturday were canceled from Puerto Rico to Aruba and at island airports throughout the Caribbean as the United States closed off airspace for use solely by US military aircraft.    Protests For & Against Maduro After being captured, Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro and his wife were brought to New York where they were transferred to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, and they will both be in a Federal courtroom at 12 noon local time today. Correspondent Julie Walker has that part of the story.   Iranian Protests Escalate The United States is keeping a watchful eye on events in Iran, where widespread protests sparked by economic outrage have spread and led to the Iranian military trying to quell the protesters, a move that President Trump says could bring a US military response against the Iranian government.  Remembering A Delaware State Trooper Thousands of Delaware residents lined up for more than a mile over the weekend to pay tribute to State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook, who was shot and killed while working overtime at a state Division of Motor Vehicles office two days before Christmas.   Finally   There was tragedy in Arizona after a helicopter crashed in the Grand Canyon.    Police in Columbus, Ohio seem to be no closer to figuring out who killed a dentist and his wife last week.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It took a minute but I finally managed to read one of these "live" to my own family for the holidays. This is such an evocative story that I wanted to add a little art to the mix. I really want to put together a slow but detailed "animated gif" that goes through the cycles of the print as described in the tale - and maybe I'll get around to that at some point.But for now here is some really nice artwork that captures the ideas of the tale in gothic majesty. This piece is by Catherine Gogerty. (link to her work)In 1986, the BBC ran a series featuring Robert Powell reading ghost stories. The episode featuring The Mezzotint included creepy illustrations such as this:I've been unable to track that series down, but the illustration is quite chilling. Artist Richard Svensson produced this remarkable and evocative work - which is available in his self-published collection of M. R. James inspired images. Some previews from that set look really great over at DeviantArt.Finally - UK artist Rich Johnson has a lovely set of James inspired images that generally aspire to haunt without beating you over the head with explicitness.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.Some product links may be affiliated with Amazon revenue sharing.

Richard Gillis is joined by Damian Browarnik from WSC Sports, the content and data platform working with over 650 clients including the NBA, NFL and La Liga, and Rich Johnson, sports marketing strategist and cofounder of  End Product, formerly of Man Utd, New Balance and Social Chain. The conversation explores how algorithms now dictate sports content discovery, why millennials remain the commercial core while Gen Z follows athletes over teams, and what winning looks like in an era of content overload. From Ronaldo's YouTube subscriber paradox to Ilona Maher's accidental growth hack for women's rugby, they examine who's thriving and who's drowning in the attention economy.Throughout the episode we refer to WSC Sports 2025-26 Generational Fan Study. You can download the full report here.Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 400 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.

Andrew Morgan sits in for Gemini Stevens, and producer Rich Johnson connects from Seattle. At the center of the show this week: a nice long interview with Hell's Kitchen contestant Ellie Parker, as well as interviews with Chefs Jose Andres, Wolfgang Puck, Masaharu Morimoto, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Michael Mina, Michael Voltaggio, Bryan Voltaggio and Dave Beran at F1's Fountain Club. Also: former French Laundry chef Tyler Vorce talks about his new off-Strip popup. We're dropping the episode early this week, so you can enjoy it as you prepare your holiday dinner, or drive to Grandma's house. Please enjoy.