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You can read the interview I did with Intel Lady, published in the Critic, November 2025 issue, below: I am speaking to my favourite satirist, Jenny Stanton, on Zoom, and she is trying to turn off her backdrop. Otherwise known as Intel Lady, Stanton's best known parody is of former deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, speaking to the nation from a bunker, filled with cans of lager, cigarette butts, and a framed photograph of smug, woke radio presenter James O'Brien. I point out to Stanton that she has captured the perfect image of O'Brien looking an absolute plonker. “I don't think he can look any other way, can he,” she replies, laughing. I got to know Stanton after messaging her on X to thank her for providing me with endless entertainment, and have followed her rise to internet fame ever since. Stanton was born into a happy, hardworking family in Leeds in 1979. She started to become interested in acting in her final year of secondary school, having accepted that her first love, music, was not going to be the career for her. “I was obsessed with music, played the guitar, wanted to be a rock star, and then I discovered that I could act. I was a bit of a shit guitarist, and not that great a singer either. It turned out that I was a better actor than I was musician”.Studying performing arts at college, she was advised to go to drama school. “But I thought, do I want to saddle myself with debt for the rest of my life?”Taking what she calls “the scenic route”, she subscribed to The Stage and (between cleaning jobs) applied for as many auditions as possible. She was 19 when she secured her first ever paid acting role, as a street theatre performer at a major theme park. “My favourite job was a cleaner at one of the big bank call centres in Harrogate. I loved that because I didn't have to bloody talk to anybody,” she says. “I could just be in my own little world, running audition pieces through my head whilst hoovering carpets.” In 2004, Stanton auditioned for a part she was desperate to get – a drama series about the building of the Titanic. “I'd never auditioned at TV studios before, it was an overwhelming experience,” she recalls. An agonizing week later her agent called to tell her she had been offered the part. Prior to this, Stanton had been a touring theatre actor, “which means I was poor,” she laughs. In true Titanic style, the shoot was an utter disaster. Filmed that summer, on location in Liverpool, it rained so heavily that some of the trailers floated away. The director decided to move to a studio. “But on that day, there was a heatwave,” she says, “and everyone was in their full-dress corsets and layers of clothing, sweating like mad.”Months later, Stanton heard the terrible news that her scene had been cut, because it looked so unnatural. “I ended up as nothing more than an extra,” she says. “All I wanted was my name in the Radio Times, because that means you've made it. I was gutted.”She stopped acting professionally when pregnant with her son, born in 2007. Five years later, she had a daughter. Both children were subsequently diagnosed with autism, and Stanton gave up acting to care for them.However, the lure of performing eventually drew her back, and in 2021, during lockdown, she introduced Intel Lady to the world. “The name was inspired by the QAnon grifters (far-right conspiracy theorists) I was covering. They all had ‘insiders' with ‘intel'. So I created a character who used to feed them complete claptrap. I would answer the phone with “MI5 paid asset helpline, how many I help you?”Stanton soon tired of these people, “because they're insane and they're not going to change”. Looking around at what else was going on, she landed on the Johnny Depp - Amber Heard trial, so parodied that. “And then I started looking at politicians”.Her first victims were American: former US Vice-President Kamala Harris and liberal commentator Rachel Maddow – but it wasn't long before she set her sights on British politicians Nadine Dorries and Liz Truss. Then she looked to the opposite side of the bench, and Angela Rayner caught her eye. “I started covering her in 2022, and, when Labour were elected, realised she was going to play a prominent role in government. So I worked really hard to get her right”.In 2024, Stanton released a video of her perfected parody. Set in a filthy hotel room in Ibiza littered with empty champagne bottles, it featured a swimsuit-clad Rayner, asking “Why is everyone getting upset, just because I was having a dance and enjoying myself?”It was a colleague, Rik, who came up with the idea of moving Rayner into Lord Ali's apartment, with the backdrop exactly as it had been when Starmer once did a speech from there. The idea was a keeper. “She would always allude to it as her ‘mate's apartment'. “All declared, all above board.”Stanton explains how the infamous backdrop came about: “One day a crumpled-up can of Tennents [Lager] appeared behind me, slightly hidden by one of the framed photographs of James O ‘Brien. And then the next time, a full ashtray appeared and then, a clothes horse with knickers on it and bras hanging off it.”She says that some comedians think the only things it is acceptable to laugh at are Trump, Farage or Brexit, but that she doesn't have a political agenda. “Anyone is fair game,” she says. “I find humour in pretty much everything, even the most horrifying situations. I think it's quite a British thing.”In her recent Big Brother parody, one contestant gets called into the Diary Room for the crimes of misgendering, homophobia, and disability discrimination. Another character is Carol, a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) trainer for the NHS, who Stanton loves to play. “The jokes are ridiculous… because it's their world. It's their language. It's crazy to regular people.”People keep asking Stanton how she writes. She says, “It's all ad-libbed. I go into character, I press record, you're in character. It usually takes me between five and sometimes 15 attempts to get it right – or the doorbell rings”. She first became aware of her own rising popularity when Tracy-Anne Oberman started following her. Stanton was shocked, “I was checking that it was her real account”. But then a private message came, saying, “I love your No Brainer with Angela Rayner, it's bloody genius. Keep doing it”. Not long after that, she saw that “somebody called JK Rowling” had followed her on X. “I thought, let's see, they've got two followers or something, and I clicked on it, and I had to sit down because it actually is JK Rowling, she's actually following me!”When Comedy Unleashed asked her to do Rayner in a tiny Westminster pub called The Speaker, Stanton knew it would be a dream come true for her to perform there, and panicked. But then there she was, “stood on a crate on top of beer barrels”, wearing a hard hat, hi-vis, a really ugly pink dress and “the worst shoes you've ever seen” before an audience of bewildered journalists and politicians who had no idea who she was. Stanton describes that evening as the weirdest, weirdest night, but her Rayner triumphed: “I don't know why everyone's getting upset. It's not even a banter ban. I don't know why you're calling it a banter ban because it isn't that. It's about respecting people's boundaries and not saying offensive stuff, that's all.” Stanton says she's “very fond” of Marjorie and Gerald from Just Stop Oil. “I think it's hard not to love her because she's just ludicrous. And it's that cantankerous old lady vibe that people just are too frightened to argue with. And Gerald has become such a creep. He started out with a slight bladder weakness and now he's turned into a piss fetishist.”The minute Just Stop Oil popped up on the news, Stanton knew she had to cover them. “The activists are the most bonkers,” she says, and found it hilarious when she got a “barrage of abuse” from people unaware it was satire. “They told me they hoped I'd get run over and stuff. And I would just come back to them in character because it was just too good not to. I could spend hours a day just responding to them and laughing my socks off”. I ask about plans to develop new characters. “There's always room for more. I try and just keep my eye on what's going on in the news and the celebrity world. And if something catches my eye and I think they are worth the parody, then I will parody them,” she says. “If you're in power, I'm going to cover you, especially if you're ridiculous, even better.”Does she have plans for Reform and Farage? “Oh yes! When Reform get in, and I think it is more of a when, than [an] if, I will be keeping a very close eye on the ladies in the party.”With the world as crazy as it is right now, with Green Party activists shouting ‘Queers for Palestine' at its annual conference, and Emma Watson doing a reverse ferret on JK Rowling, Stanton will not be running out of material any time soon.I have one last question for her. How did she feel when she heard that Angela Rayner, one of her most famous caricatures, had resigned? “I was gutted, as I love playing her. But she will definitely be back! I have a theory that she'll do ‘I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here', in which case, I will be all over it.” So will I. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit juliebindel.substack.com/subscribe

Wat wordt deze week nieuws? Op maandag blikken we in De 7 altijd vooruit en vanochtend doen we dat met politiek journalist en columnist Rik Van Cauwelaert. 21 juli morgen: een nationaal feest en een deadline die maar half gehaald is door de regering-De Wever. Lukt de rest tegen oktober? We vragen het in deze podcast aan Rik. In het Verenigd Koninkrijk is het de eerste werkweek van de nieuwe premier Andy Burnham. Wat staat er voor hem op het spel? En welke houding neemt hij aan op de UK-EU-top woensdag Verder krijgen deze week nog bedrijfsresultaten van Big Tech en Big Car, de jaarlijkse afspraak van president Trump met zijn teergeliefde landgenoten van de pers, en nu Spanje de beker heeft gepakt op het WK Voetbal zijn alle ogen gericht op de finish in de Ronde van Frankrijk. Host: Roan Van EyckProductie: Joris VanderpoortenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

De Switch 2 is nu ruim een jaar uit, tijd om de eerste balans op te maken. Wat zijn nu de beste games om weg te spelen op je Switch 2? Rik, Domingo en Hans bespreken het voor je! Er komen pareltjes langs zoals Pokemon Pokopia, Donkey Kong Bananza, Story of Seasons en uiteraard Stardew […]

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Wat zijn de ideale games om je partner met gaming kennis te laten maken? In deze videocast bespreken Niels en Rik een rijtje van hun favoriete games. Welke game zou jij adviseren? Een aantal games komen voorbij. Denk bijvoorbeeld aan It Takes Two, maar ook Baldur’s gate 3 wordt genoemd. Er zijn verschillende manieren om […]

In dit vierde deel van de serie kunnen Rik en Jesper (Glowmovies) de beste prijs ooit winnen: een leven lang gratis frikandelbroodjes. Komisch en spannend verhaal voor 7+. Uitgegeven door Kosmos Uitgevers Sprekers: Jurjen van Loon, Ruben Brinkman

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RHLSTP #617 - Wild-Eyed Loner at the Gates of Oblivion - Rich is in salt-obsessed Droitwich at the second Rik Mayall festival and reads a bit of the never produced script of Man Down that he wrote for Rik (who would have done it better). His guest is Rik-fan, musician and comedian (usually at the same time) Mitch Benn. They chat about the remarkable cast of the Edinburgh show “The Bootleg Bootleg Beatles” and their varying fortunes, what Rik meant to the kids back in the early 80s, how Mitch was secretly the most popular comedy character in the UK for several years and getting to play Zaphod Beeblebrox alongside the original radio cast. It's a solo performance to match the great Brian Blessed, but Rich manages a couple of humorous interjections!See Mitch in Edinburgh - https://underbellyedinburgh.co.uk/event/mitch-benn-asking-elvisSee RHLSTP in Edinburgh - https://www.thestand.co.uk/fringe/2925/richard-herring-rhlstpSUPPORT THE SHOW!See details of the RHLSTP LIVE DATES Watch our TWITCH CHANNELBecome a badger and see extra content at our WEBSITE Buy DVDs and books from GO FASTER STRIPEAudio mix by Ben Evans (NTO)Thanks to Chris Evans (NTO) and Ben Walker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zettel an die Stirn, Strukki raten.Rik und Tibor spielen "Wer bin ich?" - Strukki-Edition. Jeder bekommt einen Begriff aus der Finanzbranche verpasst und muss sich mit Ja/Nein-Fragen zur Lösung durchfragen. Klingt nach Kindergeburtstag. Ist es auch. Nur mit mehr Strukkiwissen.Hör rein und rate mit. Wenn du schneller bist als Rik oder Tibor: Schreib uns, wen wir in der nächsten Runde raten sollen.Hast du heute wertvolle Infos mitgenommen, die du noch nicht wusstest oder die dich weiterbringen?Vielleicht hat sich ja auch eine neue Perspektive bei dir aufgetan.Wenn du bereit bist, deinen Status quo zu hinterfragen und aufs nächste Level zu bringen, dann sichere dir dein kostenloses Kennenlerngespräch auf: stornofabrik.deSchreib' uns auf Instagram.Wenn du mindestens einmal lachen, weinen oder fluchen musstest, hinterlasse uns bitte eine 5-Sterne-Bewertung und ein Feedback auf iTunes, abonniere diesen Podcast und teile ihn mit anderen Kollegen.Das kostet dich maximal zwei Minuten und hilft uns dabei, den Podcast weiter zu verbessern und die Inhalte noch besser zuschneiden zu können.Vielen Dank vorab für dein Engagement!Natürlich darfst du uns auch konstruktives Feedback hinterlassen oder uns auf Instagram anschreiben, wenn du dich angesprochen oder provoziert fühlst und mit uns sprechen willst.Wir suchen immer den Austausch und entwickeln uns weiter durch neue Perspektiven!

In deze laatste aflevering kijken we wat het boek ons heeft gebracht. Wat is het mooie aan de prikkelende visie van Thomas Jay Oord. Een God van niet dwingende liefde die er niets aan kan doen dat er zoveel dingen op deze kleine planeet niet goed gaan. Die samen met ons en met alles wat leeft er alles aan doet om te zorgen dat het 'goed' komt. Waar wringt het en liggen onze vragen. Van harte uitgenodigd dit laatste gesprek mee te beleven . We hopen ergens in augustus een gesprek te hebben met Rik en David, min of meer de vertegenwoordigers van dit gedachtengoed in Nederland. Zij hebben er ook voor gezorgd dat het boek in het Nederlands is uitgegeven.

Vorige maand is de Steam Controller uitgebracht. Inmiddels hebben Hans en Rik er enkele tientallen, zo niet honderden, uren ervaring mee opgedaan. Games als Elden Ring, Crimson Desert en Forza Horizon 6 werden er op gespeeld. De meest prangende vraag die in de review beantwoord gaat worden: weet de Steam controller de Xbox Elite controller […]

Kennst du deine Zahlen wirklich? Nicht so ungefähr, sondern schnell und zuverlässig? In dieser Folge bekommst du einen Einblick in einen internen Vortrag, den Rik im Rahmen der Directorship Ausbildung von Königswege vor Führungskräften gehalten hat. Thema: Controlling.Klingt erstmal trocken, ist aber einer der größten Hebel für nachhaltiges Umsatzwachstum. Rik zeigt, warum die wenigsten Führungskräfte ihre wichtigsten Kennzahlen zuverlässig zur Verfügung haben, welche drei Hebel für jeden Einzelnen den größten Unterschied machen, und warum Controlling kein kurzfristiger Dopamin-Kick ist, sondern genau die Art von Arbeit, die echte Unternehmer von guten Verkäufern unterscheidet. Mit einem ehrlichen Disclaimer vorab: Spaß macht es nicht immer. Aber es wirkt.Hast du heute wertvolle Infos mitgenommen, die du noch nicht wusstest oder die dich weiterbringen?Vielleicht hat sich ja auch eine neue Perspektive bei dir aufgetan.Wenn du bereit bist, deinen Status quo zu hinterfragen und aufs nächste Level zu bringen, dann sichere dir dein kostenloses Kennenlerngespräch auf: stornofabrik.deSchreib' uns auf Instagram.Wenn du mindestens einmal lachen, weinen oder fluchen musstest, hinterlasse uns bitte eine 5-Sterne-Bewertung und ein Feedback auf iTunes, abonniere diesen Podcast und teile ihn mit anderen Kollegen.Das kostet dich maximal zwei Minuten und hilft uns dabei, den Podcast weiter zu verbessern und die Inhalte noch besser zuschneiden zu können.Vielen Dank vorab für dein Engagement!Natürlich darfst du uns auch konstruktives Feedback hinterlassen oder uns auf Instagram anschreiben, wenn du dich angesprochen oder provoziert fühlst und mit uns sprechen willst.Wir suchen immer den Austausch und entwickeln uns weiter durch neue Perspektiven!

In the eighth episode of Season 25 of Star Wars: In a Galaxy, Eli and special guest Rik Villenueva of Jammed Transmissions discuss the eighth episode of Season 2 of Andor: A Star Wars Story, "Who Are You?".Among their discussion:– Rik's journey as a Gen X Star Wars fan. – The Ghorman Massacre arrives to the small screen, after decades of wondering.– Parallels to history, including Mexican student protests in the 1960s and the American Black Lives Matter protests of Summer 2020. – Shakiness of motivation for Cassian to even be there. – VAAAAAA-LEINE, MÈÈÈÈÈÈJE-GAH, DIBE-MO LAÏ MOUNE LAÏ LÈGE-NAAAAAAAA– How Janus Metz and Dan Gilroy ratchet up tension.– Syril Karn dies. Too bad, so sad.– The brutalities of the KX-series droids. – Behind-the-scenes insights into the design of Ghorman.– ...oh, and K-2SO exists.– Rik's love of MEEBUR GASCON!The next episode of Star Wars: In a Galaxy will release on July 10, 2026.Follow us on BlueSky, Instagram, and Threads: @InaGalaxyPod/@inagalaxypod.bsky.appFollow our spinoff trivia show on BlueSky: @inagalaxytrivia.bsky.socialFollow Rik Villanueva on BlueSky: @cadbanesbounty.bsky.socialFollow Jammed Transmissions on BlueSky: @jammedtransmissions.comFollow Broaxium on BlueSky: @broaxium.bsky.socialListen to Rik's show at ⁠www.jammedtransmissions.comFollow Eli everywhere: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/_ochifan327⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple and Spotify! It really helps!You can email us at swinagalaxy@gmail.com

Rik and Carol welcome back Ray Rivero to talk more about navigating and managing the Basecamp program

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We talk fathers daypool of milkServing C*$t volleyballStripknotHevisaurusBEES!Ranch FlightFried Pieand a trailer because Rik said soCome on in and get yourself Effin' Cultured!

Kennst du deine Zahlen wirklich? Nicht so ungefähr, sondern schnell und zuverlässig? In dieser Folge bekommst du einen Einblick in einen internen Vortrag, den Rik im Rahmen der Directorship Ausbildung von Königswege vor Führungskräften gehalten hat. Thema: Controlling.Klingt erstmal trocken, ist aber einer der größten Hebel für nachhaltiges Umsatzwachstum. Rik zeigt, warum die wenigsten Führungskräfte ihre wichtigsten Kennzahlen zuverlässig zur Verfügung haben, welche drei Hebel für jeden Einzelnen den größten Unterschied machen, und warum Controlling kein kurzfristiger Dopamin-Kick ist, sondern genau die Art von Arbeit, die echte Unternehmer von guten Verkäufern unterscheidet. Mit einem ehrlichen Disclaimer vorab: Spaß macht es nicht immer. Aber es wirkt.

Rik is een filmmaker en verhalenverteller. In dienst van de natuur zegt hij zelf, en ook in dienst van zijn eigen zelfstandige nieuwsgierigheid. Naar telkens eigenlijk weer de vraag: hoe dan? Hoe verbinden we ons weer met voedsel en natuur? Hoe leven we samen met al die andere wezens die ook natuur zijn? Hoe ontwikkelt ons landschap zich? Allemaal wezenlijke vragen die ieder hun eigen prachtige film hebben gekregen waarin die vragen in ieder geval de ruimte krijgen om eerst eens lekker te kunnen rollen. Net als in dit heerlijke gesprek over zijn persoonlijke reis en zijn films. Meer informatie over Rik en zijn films:https://rikvanderlinden.nl

We are BACK! In the seventh episode of Season 25 of Star Wars: In a Galaxy, Eli and Jacob discuss the seventh episode of Season 2 of Andor: A Star Wars Story, "Messenger".Among their discussion:– The consolidating narratives of the series, and its progression throughout the show.– The Rebel atmosphere of Yavin IV, and why it's so important.– Why does Cassian go back to Luthen (or at least his orders)?– Building tensions on Ghorman. – Does the Force Healer scene fit within ANDOR? Eli and Jacob have their own thoughts. – "They don't even bother to lie badly anymore" – Dasi Oran, 2 BBY. – What is Syril Karn thinking? – NO KALKITE ALTERNATIVES!The next episode of Star Wars: In a Galaxy will release on June 26, 2026.Follow our upcoming guest Rik Villanueva on BlueSky: @cadbanesbounty.bsky.socialListen to Rik's show at www.jammedtransmissions.comFollow us on BlueSky, Instagram, and Threads: @InaGalaxyPod/@inagalaxypod.bsky.appFollow our spinoff trivia show on BlueSky: @inagalaxytrivia.bsky.socialFollow Eli everywhere: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/_ochifan327⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple and Spotify! It really helps!You can email us at swinagalaxy@gmail.com

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Rik and Carol talk about talking within a group or public and how to use an icebreaker

Das größte USP der Telis ist gerade gestorben - und kaum jemand realisiert die Konsequenzen.In dieser Folge sprechen Rik und Tibor ueber einen der überraschendsten Moves der letzten 20 Jahre im deutschen Finanzvertrieb: Die Swiss Life AG hat die Telis AG gekauft. Damit verliert Telis das, womit sie jahrelang rekrutiert und verkauft haben - den Status als größter unabhängiger, inhabergeführter Finanzdienstleister Deutschlands. Die beiden analysieren schonungslos, was das für Berater, Führungskräfte und Kunden bedeutet, warum dieser Move für Königswege ein Geschenk ist und welche Marktbewegungen jetzt noch kommen werden.Hast du heute wertvolle Infos mitgenommen, die du noch nicht wusstest oder die dich weiterbringen?Vielleicht hat sich ja auch eine neue Perspektive bei dir aufgetan.Wenn du bereit bist, deinen Status quo zu hinterfragen und aufs nächste Level zu bringen, dann sichere dir dein kostenloses Kennenlerngespräch auf: stornofabrik.deSchreib' uns auf Instagram.Wenn du mindestens einmal lachen, weinen oder fluchen musstest, hinterlasse uns bitte eine 5-Sterne-Bewertung und ein Feedback auf iTunes, abonniere diesen Podcast und teile ihn mit anderen Kollegen.Das kostet dich maximal zwei Minuten und hilft uns dabei, den Podcast weiter zu verbessern und die Inhalte noch besser zuschneiden zu können.Vielen Dank vorab für dein Engagement!Natürlich darfst du uns auch konstruktives Feedback hinterlassen oder uns auf Instagram anschreiben, wenn du dich angesprochen oder provoziert fühlst und mit uns sprechen willst.Wir suchen immer den Austausch und entwickeln uns weiter durch neue Perspektiven!

Rik, Niels en Jeffrey lopen nog even langs de shows van afgelopen week, Nintendo, Summer Game Fest en er valt nog wat te zeggen over de State of Play en Xbox. Daarnaast is Ubisoft weer aan het strooien met ontslagen en beantwoorden we jullie vragen!

Rik, Niels en Jeffrey vinden wel wat van de Xbox showcase? Teveel Gears of War E-Day? Te weinig Fable? En kneiters van aankondigingen! Cijfers worden gestrooid en games worden beoordeeld in deze nabeschouwing van de Xbox showcase.

Het E3-seizoen is officieel begonnen! In deze aflevering bespreken Jeffrey, Hans, Jimi en Rik uitgebreid de nieuwste PlayStation State of Play, blikken we vooruit op de aankomende Xbox Showcase en duiken we in de discussie rondom Xbox-exclusives. Daarnaast hebben we het over de naderen release van de Steam Machines en Steam Frames, delen we onze […]

Tom Roberts-Finn and Seán Ferrick chat to Rik Carranza about Star Trek vs Star Wars; Rik's Cargo Bay 101; And Rik's Hot Take!Don't forget to use #AskTrekCulture for next week's questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailSam, Rik and Toni decide who the player of the season was, among awards in other categories from Barca's triumphant La Liga campaign. Feel free to share your thoughts below!Player of the seasonYoung player of the seasonMost improved playerMost disappointing playerBest and worst momentsGame of the seasonGoal of the seasonand any unpopular opinions...Support the showFor bonus content, including additional podcasts, Q&As, special collections and Discord access to join the discussion with other Barça fans, join our Patreon: patreon.com/siemprepod

Op 22 mei verschijnt Bubsy 4D. In aanloop naar release heeft Rik de game mogen spelen, de credits laten rollen en beantwoord hij de prangende vraag: was Bubsy 4D zijn zeer beperkte vrije tijd waard? De Bubsy-franchise begon in de jaren negentig als een kleurrijke platformreeks rond Bubsy, een bijdehante bobcat die moest concurreren met […]

The Round Table convenes for the first time, as Cale and Rik are joined by Yama and Mr. Jeffries to try out the hit new board game: Who Do You Think You Are? I do! Starring Cale Evans, and Jacob Brayton. Music by Josh Brayton. The Podcast From Hell is a fully improvised comedy podcast featuring creatures from the worlds of Mythology, Lore, Legends, and the minds of North Carolina's okayest improvisors

Bluegrass and folk music legend Rik Patieri joins us midweek. Rik covers a lot in an hour, with songs that include Music Man, Marfa Lights, The Wolf Song, Hills of Vermont and a clip from he and Pete Seeger playing together in a version of John Henry

Send us Fan MailSam, Rik and Toni talk about Robert Lewandowski's Camp Nou farewell in the 3-1 win over Real Betis on Sunday. The Polish striker has won three La Liga titles in four seasons with the Catalan giants. How big is his Blagurana legend?Support the showFor bonus content, including additional podcasts, Q&As, special collections and Discord access to join the discussion with other Barça fans, join our Patreon: patreon.com/siemprepod

Send us Fan MailBarcelona beat Real Madrid 2-0 at Spotify Camp Nou on Sunday to seal the LaLiga title with three games to spare. Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres got the goals in what was a seventh Clásico success (out of eight!) for Hansi Flick's Barça in the last two seasons.Sam, Rik and Toni reflect on the what another championship means for Barça, why this Clásico victory was never in doubt and the factors behind what could still be a record breaking season.SP!Support the showFor bonus content, including additional podcasts, Q&As, special collections and Discord access to join the discussion with other Barça fans, join our Patreon: patreon.com/siemprepod

Answer our 2026 Audience Census! "I want to make things big and explosive." You've just been thrown in jail, locked up inside a massive prison complex in the Netherlands. Along with 125 other prisoners, you must scheme, bribe, blackmail, commit mayhem, and find your way out. This is Prison Escape, an immersive experience structured as a cinematic escape from prison. In 2025, Prison Escape ran 280 shows with an average player count of 125 participants. Approximately 22 of those shows were available in English. Prison Escape creator Rik Stapelbroek joins us on REPOD to talk about this remarkable experience. There are many paths through to the end, including sweet talking the guards, perhaps poisoning a few, or maybe you work together with other prisoners to start a riot. Rik walks us through some of the logistics of how they create different opportunities for each type of player to succeed. Rik has designed many types of interactions, from social manipulation style puzzles, to fact gathering missions so a player can contribute to a shared escape route map. He is also expanding their offerings online so more people can experience Prison Escape. This is an absolutely bonkers game, in the best way possible. If you're a fan of larps, or large scale open world play, this episode is a must-listen.   Full Show Notes   Episode Sponsors We are immensely grateful to our sponsors this season: REA Patreon Backers, PG's Playhouse, Buzzshot, and the Reality Escape Convention. We truly appreciate your support of our mission to promote and improve the immersive gaming community.   Buzzshot Buzzshot is Escape Room Software, Powering Business Growth, Player Marketing, and improving the Customer Experience. They offer an assortment of pre and post game features including robust waiver management, branded team photos, and streamlined review management for Yelp, TripAdvisor, Google Reviews, and Morty. Buzzshot now has integration with the other REPOD sponsors: Morty and COGS. Special Offer for REPOD Listeners: REPOD listeners get an extended 21-day free trial plus 20% off your first 3 months, with no set-up fees or hidden charges. Visit buzzshot.com/repod to learn more about this exclusive offer.   Support Us On Patreon Today Love escape rooms as much as we do? At Room Escape Artist, we've been analyzing, reviewing, and exploring the world of immersive games since 2014. We help players find the best experiences, and push the industry forward with well-researched, rational, and reasonably humorous escape room and immersive gaming content and events. By becoming a Patreon supporter, you're not just backing a blog — you're fueling a mission to make the escape room and immersive gaming community stronger, more thoughtful, and more connected. Access exclusive Patreon content such as: The Bonus Aftershow The Spoilers Club Early access to escape room Tour tickets and REA articles. Your Patreon support goes toward our mission: paying our contributors, funding our infrastructure, and supporting deep research and industry advocacy.   PG's Playhouse If you love wordplay, puzzles, and trivia, this is the podcast for you! PG's Playhouse recreates a fun game night, all in a short, 30-minute format. Of course, what's game night without making new friends? We bring on different guests for the different episodes. Each episode features a puzzle packed with wordplay and trivia, a short chat with the guest, and a segment exploring an interesting topic. I hope you'll take a listen and play along with us at PG's Playhouse.   Reality Escape Convention Our convention, RECON, will be in Laval, Quebec Canada on August 16th & 17th, 2026. RECON offers a curated collection of talks and experiences exploring the business and art of escape room and immersive game creation. All are welcome at this event that is crafted around professionals and aspiring professionals.   Production Credits Hosted by David Spira & Peih-Gee Law Produced by Theresa Piazza Supported by Lisa Spira Edited by Steve Ewing Music by Ryan Elder Logo by Janine Pracht

Op 28 april 2026 is van Diablo IV de Lord of Hatred-DLC uitgebracht. Inmiddels heeft Rik de credits laten rollen van deze uitbreiding en deelt hij in een nieuwe review zijn indrukken! Binnen de franchise past Lord of Hatred als het tweede grote uitbreidingshoofdstuk na Vessel of Hatred. Waar Vessel of Hatred de nasleep van […]

Send us Fan MailSam, Rik and Toni talk about Barca's 2-1 win over Osasuna which leaves them just needing a point in the Clasico next Sunday to be proclaimed champions once more. We talk about the game a little, but it's a pretty wide spread of topics on this pod. The Madrid game, squad contributions, Rashford's future, Roony's too, Raphinha, Sam tries to stir regarding the Shark, Barca's XI 'tipo', and.... (from 41:25) Barca women reach a sixth consecutive Champions League final.Support the showFor bonus content, including additional podcasts, Q&As, special collections and Discord access to join the discussion with other Barça fans, join our Patreon: patreon.com/siemprepod

Rik is the chillest we've ever seen, almost too chill. You be the judge. Find our Patreon page HERE.Join the How 'Bout This Discord server to be part of the conversation.Spark Podcast Network.Executive Produced by Jason Geary, Karl McConnell and Rik Brown.Produced and Edited by Jason Geary.Music by THE Robbie Ellis. Check him out on Spotify here. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Send us Fan MailSam, Rik and Toni discuss the 2-0 Barca win at Getafe on Saturday which left them 11 points clear of Real Madrid. Fermín López and Marcus Rashford got the goals as Hansi Flick's side moved to the brink (or did they?) of another league triumph. Kounde, Balde, 100 points and more discussed.Support the showFor bonus content, including additional podcasts, Q&As, special collections and Discord access to join the discussion with other Barça fans, join our Patreon: patreon.com/siemprepod

The day after the Melbourne Comedy Festival ends and Rik and Jason are exhausted. It's a meandering affair with the usual segments and a heck of an weekend for Rik, proving that Melbourne is full of nice people.Find our Patreon page HERE.Join the How 'Bout This Discord server to be part of the conversation.Spark Podcast Network.Executive Produced by Jason Geary, Karl McConnell and Rik Brown.Produced and Edited by Jason Geary.Music by THE Robbie Ellis. Check him out on Spotify here. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Onze redacteur Rik heeft afgelopen weken een flinke 65 uur in Pokémon Pokopia doorgebracht. Hij claimt dat deze nieuwe game van Nintendo een kandidaat voor Game Of The Year is. Wat maakt de nieuwe Pokémon zo bijzonder? In deze special bespreekt hij met Niels zijn indrukken. Heb jij de game al gespeeld? Kom gezellig met […]

Podcast Description Episode 446 of School Owner Talk is Master Class Series Part 3, featuring Sifu Rik Kellerman of 10 Tigers Kung Fu Academy (traditional Hung Gar Kung Fu, in business for nearly 50 years, with a unique satellite presence in NYC's Chinatown). This conversation isn't a “run more ads” or “change your pricing” episode. Instead, Duane and Allie dig into the deeper stuff that actually drives retention and referrals long-term: how you communicate your brand, how your school culture proves it, and how standards create transformation. Rik breaks down what it means to be professional without becoming “commercial,” why your environment and rituals matter, and how to translate “traditional martial arts” into outcomes modern parents can understand. Then the conversation turns into a powerful reality check for school owners: today's families are overwhelmed, attention spans are shorter, and “flavor of the month” thinking is real. So what do you do? You set expectations early, you educate parents consistently, and you build systems that reinforce responsibility and attitude—without apologizing for it. Duane shares his school's practical “responsibility strikes” and “attitude strikes” structure, and the group explores the tradeoff every owner has to make: standards will repel some people, but they'll also attract and keep the right people. If you've ever struggled to explain what makes your school different (beyond the style name), or you've felt yourself lowering the bar because you're afraid families will quit, this episode will help you reset your thinking—and tighten up your message. Key Takeaways 1) Your style name isn't your brand A lot of school owners default to “We teach karate / taekwondo / jiu-jitsu.” That's not a brand. That's a category. Your brand is what families experience and believe after they've been around you for a week: What you stand for What you refuse to compromise on What kind of person you're trying to build What your school feels like the moment they walk in 2) Your environment is marketing (whether you like it or not) Rik explains that his school intentionally feels like a “temple,” not a modern gym. The altar, weapons, traditional visuals, and creed aren't decoration—they're signals. Those signals do two things: They attract families who want that depth and tradition They repel families who want something else That's not a problem. That's positioning. 3) “Traditional” needs translation for modern parents Most parents don't care about lineage the way martial artists do. They care about: Confidence Discipline Focus Respect Resilience Social skills The owner's job is to connect the dots: What you do (standards, rituals, curriculum, accountability) Why it matters (character development) What it produces (a changed kid, not just a busier kid) 4) Traditional doesn't mean outdated—packaging changed One of the most useful points in the episode: a lot of what people call “modern training” (pressure testing, sparring, progressive resistance, grappling) has existed in traditional systems for a long time. The challenge is that the public only recognizes a few labels (MMA, BJJ, kickboxing). So instead of arguing with parents about terminology, explain the outcome: “We train at multiple ranges.” “We pressure test.” “We build a well-rounded skill set.” 5) Standards are part of the product The conversation gets real about today's reality: Kids show up without uniforms or gear Families don't practice at home Parents treat martial arts like just another activity If you want transformation, you need standards. Duane shares a practical structure: A visible responsibility chart A strike system with escalating communication Clear consequences (including not testing) A separate “attitude strikes” system where strikes don't erase It's not about being harsh. It's about being clear. 6) Plant the seed early: “This is a school, not an activity” Rik's Eagle Scout analogy is a great framework: Scouts plant the “Eagle” seed from day one. Martial arts schools can do the same: “We are a black belt school.” “Black belt is a long-term journey.” “We train responsibility and character on purpose.” When families understand the destination, they're less surprised by the standards. 7) The goal isn't the belt—it's the person on the other side Rik describes black belt testing as a “character builder”—pushing students beyond what they think their limits are. That's the deeper product you're selling: Self-belief Confidence under pressure Resilience Identity change Belts are just the measuring stick. Action Steps for School Owners 1) Write your “brand translation” in parent language Create a simple 3-part statement you can use everywhere: What we do: (training approach + culture) How we do it: (standards + curriculum + coaching) What it creates: (confidence, discipline, resilience) If you can't say it in 20 seconds, it's not ready yet. 2) Audit your lobby and training floor for brand alignment Walk in like a new parent and ask: Does this place feel like what we claim? What are the first 3 things a parent sees? Are our values visible (not just spoken)? Then pick one upgrade that makes your culture obvious. 3) Build one “standard system” you can enforce consistently If you're constantly frustrated about uniforms, gear, or behavior, don't rely on reminders alone. Pick one system and make it automatic: Responsibility strikes Attitude strikes Testing eligibility requirements The key is consistency. Families can handle strict. They can't handle random. 4) Put standards into onboarding (not just correction) Don't wait until a problem happens. During onboarding, clearly explain: “This is a school.” “There's curriculum and responsibility.” “Here's what happens if your child is unprepared repeatedly.” When parents know the rules early, enforcement feels fair. 5) Teach parents what to look for (and what to ignore) Parents will chase labels (BJJ, MMA, kickboxing). Your job is to reframe: “Here's what well-rounded training actually includes.” “Here's why character development requires standards.” “Here's what progress looks like over months, not days.” Education isn't a one-time talk. It's ongoing. Additional Resources Mentioned The idea of an “elevator pitch” for your school's purpose and positioning Eagle Scout journey as an analogy for planting long-term goals early Duane's responsibility/attitude strike systems as a structure for standards and accountability The broader concept of educating parents on what martial arts is actually building (not just techniques)

Cale starts to regret his new hobby, and Rik starts questioning his life decisions when The Boys meet Tikbalong.  Starring Cale Evans, and Jacob Brayton. Music by Josh Brayton. The Podcast From Hell is a fully improvised comedy podcast featuring creatures from the worlds of Mythology, Lore, Legends, and the minds of North Carolina's okayest improvisors

Een maand geleden heeft Bungie de game Marathon uitgebracht. Inmiddels hebben we tientallen uren in de game doorgebracht. In deze videoreview delen Jelle, Michel en Rik hun indrukken en weten zij host Niels te overtuigen de game ook aan te schaffen. Voor wie het gemist heeft, eerst nog meer even wat info over de game. […]

In deze aflevering bespreken Rik, Hans, Jimi en Niels de eerste beelden van Metro 2039 en praten we over Crimson Desert, die na ruim 110 uur spelen een indrukwekkende 9.5 scoort. Daarnaast hebben we het over de staat van de game-industrie, de waarde van moderne Collectors Editions en de mogelijke komst van eigen XBNL-communityservers?

Send us Fan MailSam, Rik and Toni are here to talk about Barca's 4-1 win over Espanyol that gave them a commanding lead at the top of La Liga. Was the line-up right, considering the Champions League showdown in Madrid against Atletico on Tuesday? A spiky Shark ends his goal drought with Lamine and Rashford also on target.Support the showFor bonus content, including additional podcasts, Q&As, special collections and Discord access to join the discussion with other Barça fans, join our Patreon: patreon.com/siemprepod

Two big rock stars, one non-award-winning podcast!Maynard is up first, talking about Puscifer, the latest album Normal Isn't, the creative process, and more. He's spoken about being a self-doubter, which seems crazy, so I had to ask him if he gets stage fright. The answer might surprise you. What about seeing a show at the Sphere? Not so much, according to him. He and his band play the historic Fox Theater on April 18th, with many more tour dates. Then it's Canadian rock royalty in Rik Emmett. Unfortunately, I had technical issues, which I explain in the episode. That being said, we discussed the U.S.A. Olympic Gold hockey game, his book of poetry called Leaning Into it, and his relationship with former Triumph singer Phil X. All told, I hope Rik accepts my apologies for the technical glitches. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Anouk's Easter Quest: Unmasking the Heirloom Thief Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-04-06-22-34-01-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Het was een levendige lentedag in de middeleeuwse stad.En: It was a lively spring day in the medieval town.Nl: De markt was een kleurrijk schouwspel van verse groenten, exotische kruiden en glanzende stoffen.En: The market was a colorful spectacle of fresh vegetables, exotic spices, and shiny fabrics.Nl: Handelaars riepen hun koopwaar uit, terwijl de geur van versgebakken brood zich vermengde met de bloemengeur die de lucht vulde.En: Traders called out their wares, while the scent of freshly baked bread mixed with the floral scent that filled the air.Nl: Te midden van deze drukte stond Anouk.En: In the midst of this bustle stood Anouk.Nl: Ze was de dochter van een koopman en had een scherp oog voor detail.En: She was the daughter of a merchant and had a keen eye for detail.Nl: Vandaag was echter niet zomaar een dag.En: However, today was not just any day.Nl: Het was Pasen, en de hele stad vierde feest.En: It was Easter, and the entire town was celebrating.Nl: Toch was er iets mis.En: Yet something was amiss.Nl: Het kostbare familiestuk van Anouk's familie was verdwenen.En: The precious heirloom of Anouk's family had disappeared.Nl: Het gerucht ging snel rond.En: The rumor spread quickly.Nl: Iedereen sprak erover.En: Everyone was talking about it.Nl: Fingers wezen al snel naar Rik, Anouk's jeugdvriend.En: Fingers soon pointed to Rik, Anouk's childhood friend.Nl: Rik had de laatste tijd financiële problemen, en zijn geheimzinnige gedrag maakte hem verdacht.En: Rik had been facing financial troubles lately, and his mysterious behavior made him suspicious.Nl: Maar Anouk wilde niet geloven dat Rik dit zou doen.En: But Anouk did not want to believe that Rik would do such a thing.Nl: Vastberaden om zijn naam te zuiveren en het erfstuk terug te krijgen, besloot Anouk het zelf te onderzoeken.En: Determined to clear his name and get the heirloom back, Anouk decided to investigate herself.Nl: Ze wist dat dit haar reputatie kon schaden, maar haar vriendschap met Rik was belangrijker.En: She knew this could damage her reputation, but her friendship with Rik was more important.Nl: Ze vertrok naar de smidse van Sven.En: She headed to Sven's blacksmith shop.Nl: Sven was een eerlijke man, bekend om zijn scherpe inzicht.En: Sven was an honest man, known for his sharp insight.Nl: Anouk hoopte dat hij meer wist.En: Anouk hoped he knew more.Nl: "Sven," begon ze, "ik moet weten wat er met het erfstuk is gebeurd.En: "Sven," she began, "I need to know what happened to the heirloom.Nl: Heb jij iets verdachts gezien?"En: Have you seen anything suspicious?"Nl: Sven dacht even na.En: Sven thought for a moment.Nl: "Er was een vreemdeling die dag, iemand die ik nooit eerder had gezien.En: "There was a stranger that day, someone I had never seen before.Nl: Hij stond lang bij Rik's kraam."En: He lingered long at Rik's stall."Nl: Dat was genoeg voor Anouk.En: That was enough for Anouk.Nl: Ze bedankte Sven en rende terug naar de markt.En: She thanked Sven and ran back to the market.Nl: Ze dook door de mensenmassa en hield de vreemdeling in het oog.En: She weaved through the crowd and kept an eye on the stranger.Nl: Toen ze hem eindelijk inhaalde, confronteerde ze hem.En: When she finally caught up to him, she confronted him.Nl: "Waarom volg je mijn vriend?"En: "Why are you following my friend?"Nl: vroeg ze zonder aarzeling.En: she asked without hesitation.Nl: De vreemdeling schrok.En: The stranger was startled.Nl: Onder druk bekende hij dat hij het erfstuk had gestolen in de hoop het te verkopen.En: Under pressure, he confessed that he had stolen the heirloom in hopes of selling it.Nl: Het moment van waarheid kwam toen de stedelingen zich verzamelden.En: The moment of truth came when the townspeople gathered.Nl: Anouk presenteerde het bewijs: het erfstuk in handen van de vreemdeling.En: Anouk presented the evidence: the heirloom in the stranger's hands.Nl: De echte dief werd gevangen en Rik's naam werd gezuiverd.En: The true thief was captured, and Rik's name was cleared.Nl: De lucht vulde zich opnieuw met een vreugdevolle sfeer.En: The air filled with a joyful atmosphere once more.Nl: Het erfstuk keerde terug naar Anouk's familie, en er was weer vertrouwen in de stad.En: The heirloom returned to Anouk's family, and trust was restored in the town.Nl: Anouk voelde zich sterker, zekerder.En: Anouk felt stronger, more confident.Nl: Ze realiseerde zich dat haar instinct juist was en haar nieuwe zelfvertrouwen bezong haar roem in de gemeenschap.En: She realized her instincts were right, and her newfound confidence sang her praises in the community.Nl: Pasen eindigde met een vreugdevolle viering.En: Easter ended with a joyful celebration.Nl: Anouk, Rik en Sven lachten samen, terwijl de lentebloemen bloeiden rondom hen.En: Anouk, Rik, and Sven laughed together as the spring flowers bloomed around them. Vocabulary Words:lively: levendigemedieval: middeleeuwsespectacle: schouwspelexotic: exotischetraders: handelaarsbustle: druktemerchant: koopmankeen: scherpdisappeared: verdwenenrumor: geruchtfinancial troubles: financiële problemenmysterious: geheimzinnigesuspicious: verdachtreputation: reputatieblacksmith: smidseinsight: inzichtinvestigate: onderzoekenlinger: stond langconfessed: bekendehesitation: aarzelingevidence: bewijscaptured: gevangenheirloom: erfstuktrust: vertrouweninstincts: instinctconfidence: zelfvertrouwenjoyful: vreugdevollecelebration: vieringgathered: verzameldenprecious: kostbare

Rik confuses Bob Newhart and Phil Hartman, then The Boys are blessed with a visit from the right honorable Reverend Thadius P. Entwhistle.  Starring Cale Evans, and Jacob Brayton. Music by Josh Brayton. With thanks to CGEffex. The Podcast From Hell is a fully improvised comedy podcast featuring creatures from the worlds of Mythology, Lore, Legends, and the minds of North Carolina's okayest improvisors.

No Griff this week but Bobby, Craig, and the Rik are here to talk aboutShow weekendBday GolfArmed Unarmed murderChuck NorrisMovie NewsCreamy DewBoner Bear Honey20 new MLB Stadium Foods!Come on in, and get yourself Effin Cultured!

Rik is back ( sort of) , in the body of The Waitress!  Starring Cale Evans, and Jacob Brayton. Music by Josh Brayton. The Podcast From Hell is a fully improvised comedy podcast featuring creatures from the worlds of Mythology, Lore, Legends, and the minds of North Carolina's okayest improvisors

Rick Moore didn't set out to become a legendary pole vault coach. He was a football guy. A wrestler. A chicken farmer. A middle school coach trying to figure it out.Then one junior high track meet changed everything.From that moment forward, Rik built one of Georgia's most dominant programs: