Podcasts about rivals

PARTISAN RIFTS AND THE CAPITAL CITY Colleague Nathaniel Philbrick. Washington selects the Potomac for the new capital to connect the West, while rivals Jefferson and Madison organize political opposition during a northern tour. The series concludes with James Monroe's eventual embrace of Washington's model and a reflection on the first president's enduring, complex legacy. NUMBER 81939 FDR AT MT. BERNON FOR THE 150TH CELEBRATION OF WASHINGTON INAUGURAL

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz reacts to the explosive Deadpool: The Merc with a Mouth character reveal trailer for Marvel Rivals. Dive into the official gameplay showcase as Wade Wilson breaks all the rules, becoming the game's first triple-role hero—versatile as Vanguard, Duelist, and Strategist in one chaotic package. Analytic Dreamz breaks down the flashy moves, devastating damage output, impenetrable shields, swift healing, fourth-wall-breaking banter, unique progression mechanics, and signature Deadpool antics like photo mode invincibility and ultimate-blocking flair. Explore how this Merc with a Mouth launches into Season 6: Night at the Museum on January 16, bringing fresh team-ups, visual chaos, and unpredictable gameplay to the free-to-play hero shooter. Whether you're a longtime Marvel Rivals player or Deadpool fan, this reaction covers the hype, abilities, and impact of his arrival.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hour 1 - We are two days away from the 49ers and Seahawks Divisional Round matchup, the guys dive into how the 49ers can get the offense going against this top flight Seahawks defense, and Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune joins the show for some Seattle perspective on the matchup SaturdaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caleb launches our new teaching series, Check Your Heart, and unpacks how God calls us to have no other gods before Him and to be those who love & follow Him wholeheartedly. 

Hour 1 - We are two days away from the 49ers and Seahawks Divisional Round matchup, the guys dive into how the 49ers can get the offense going against this top flight Seahawks defense, and Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune joins the show for some Seattle perspective on the matchup SaturdaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The high-stakes Maharashtra civic polls will be held on 15 January. 29 municipal corporations, including Mumbai (BMC), Thane, Nashik, Pune, Nagpur will go to polls. #CutTheClutter episode 1783 looks at the significance, key players & politics of these elections where alliance equations have changed- allies are competing and rivals have united. ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta also highlights India's urban governance problems and the 4 'brand destroyers' of India. Deputy Editor Manasi Phadke joins in, from Mumbai.----more----Raed.Shekhar Gupta's Writings On The Wall here: https://theprint.in/sg-writings-on-the-wall/writings-on-the-wall-navi-calcutta/543997/

Before diving back into the Chronicles with Rivals Episode 3, the guys do a what if exercise. What if...the season after The Duel 1 was either Rivals or Battle of the Exes?What are the best pairings? Who is on your wish list? Can you coax The Miz back for a sabbatical from WWE? Can Coral keep a partner past the first episode?All these are debated and more!To hear the full episode, become a Patreon for only $4/month and gain access to over 350 episodes of our podcast going back to 2018 at https://patreon.com/thechronicles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Talking Shit About Nothing, Jimmy and Richie welcome a special guest with a wild backstory — Marcus Chapman (#209) from Squid Game: The Challenge. While filming the show, Jimmy and Marcus hit it off… eventually. First impressions nearly ended in a fight, but what started as tension turned into a real friendship forged through shared misery. The guys break down how they met, their early clashes, and what it was really like living inside the Squid Game experience. Marcus talks about making it all the way to spot 65 before being eliminated in the infamous marbles game, the brutal lack of food on set, and how he managed to lose 7 pounds during his time on the show. The conversation also dives into the personal side of Marcus's life — from his dogs' TikTok and YouTube channel, to his love of barbecue, and even his surprisingly calming gardening hobby. It's a mix of chaos, laughs, and real moments as the boys reminisce about their experiences and bond over the shared insanity of Squid Game. Storytelling, roasting, and friendship — exactly what Talking Shit About Nothing does best.

Matt welcomes the recruiting expert from Rivals onto Middays with Matt. The Huskers get another commit, the grades of who is coming to Lincoln, which player reminds Tim of Caleb Williams, who are "The Dudes",

It's EPISODE 216 of the FRIENDS AND RIVALS PODCAST, your Gulden Glob winner of the Best Podcast of 2025! The Rangers lose BIG to the Bruins, the Devils lose BIG to the Islanders, the Islanders win BIG against the Devils, and the Penguins lose small. We discuss the contracts that have to go, the trades that never happened, lazy Alexei Lafreniere, retired numbers, Nick Lidstrom, Pierre Turgeon, Nikki Glazer, every Hughes brother, Artemi Panarin, Nike skates, hockey cards, the Playfair family, AI accuracy, Trading Places, ugly sweaters, (sorry I have to cut this short - character limit in the description!) all on FRIENDS AND RIVALS EPISODE 216!

NBL NOW | Everything NBLDJ Vasiljevic & Pete Hooley*Two big signings for Sydney & Adelaide*Torrey Craig comes ack to the league*John Jenkins to help Adelaide title push*Hoopsfest returns tomorrow*Adelaide take on South East Melbourne in Hoopsfest blockbusterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How will China respond to a new era of US assertiveness? Could the spectacular events of Trump's second term change President Xi Jinping's calculations about whether to flex China's muscles in Taiwan?All this week, we are teaming up with our sister podcasts to explore how power and influence around the world is shifting. We're exploring who has a sphere of influence and who finds themselves in one.Today we're joined by Mariko Oi, host of Asia Specific from the BBC World Service, and the BBC's China correspondent, Laura Bicker.Producers: Cat Farnsworth and Valerio EspositoExecutive producer: James ShieldMix: Travis EvansSenior news editor: China CollinsPhoto: China's President Xi Jinping. Maxim Shemetov/Pool/Reuters

You have more options, more information, and more voices telling you who to be than any generation in history… and yet anxiety is up, stress is up, and people are exhausted trying to hold life together. In Colossians 1:15–17, we find a better word—and it starts not with you, but with Jesus. Because when you're clear on who Jesus is, you become clear on who you are and why you're here.

Ten Commandments, freedom

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In the Best of the Bears this week, NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to preview the much-anticipated Bears-Packers showdown Saturday in the wild-card round; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes wondered if Packers head coach Matt LaFleur is coaching for his job against the Bears on Saturday; and Spiegel and Holmes stressed the need for the Bears to manage their emotions in what's sure to be an electric Soldier Field environment.

In the Best of the Bears this week, NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to preview the much-anticipated Bears-Packers showdown Saturday in the wild-card round; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes wondered if Packers head coach Matt LaFleur is coaching for his job against the Bears on Saturday; and Spiegel and Holmes stressed the need for the Bears to manage their emotions in what's sure to be an electric Soldier Field environment.

In the Best of the Bears this week, NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to preview the much-anticipated Bears-Packers showdown Saturday in the wild-card round; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes wondered if Packers head coach Matt LaFleur is coaching for his job against the Bears on Saturday; and Spiegel and Holmes stressed the need for the Bears to manage their emotions in what's sure to be an electric Soldier Field environment.

Happy New Year! The guys are back to give their NFL Playoff picks & run through each Wild Card Weekend game! They start by giving their 5 favorite NFL Playoff moments of all time before diving into their game-by-game predictions & running through the entire bracket to reveal their Super Bowl matchup .In doing so, they go over which head coaches would be on the hot seat after a loss this weekend including Mike Tomlin, Nick Sirianni & Matt LaFleur.Then, they give their thoughts on the Trae Young trade that shocked the NBA world and talk through just how his value dropped so low. Follow Najee on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Najeeadams_ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Jalaal on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JSandy45_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow The Run It Up Podcast on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@RunItUpPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow The Run It Up Podcast on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@RunItUpPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow The Run It Up Podcast on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@RunItUpPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Songs of The Week:Najee | Karri - "time again"Jalaal | Reason & KAI CA$H - "Idols & Rivals"

In a titular episode of ECP, the boys are here to bring you the full El Clasico treatment. We start with reviews of Barcelona's romp over Athletic Bilbao (8:10) and Real Madrid's close call against rivals Atletico Madrid (18:58). Then, all eyes turn toward the Supercopa Championship, as we get a bonus El Clasico with Barca and Real squaring off for a trophy (29:48). We round things off with a fun fantasy draft (48:09). Don't miss it!!

Happy Thursday, you pop culture junkies!   We're kicking off 2026 with a week that feels more like a fever dream than reality. Today, we're dissecting the total collapse of the wall between politics and pop culture. From Nicolás Maduro's arrest photos turning a grey Nike tracksuit into the first "must-have" fit of the year, to the internet's obsession with the stars of Heated Rivalry, we're covering the moments that are actually shifting the needle. Plus, we dive into the polarizing Erika Kirk memes and why the internet refuses to let them go.   Pivot podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5SYc8k8FEeJAUQTWR6xn4d?si=Z0u6eqNlQwyIEyFO4lErsA   Connor Storrie/Like a Prayer: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZThLaTEFy/   This week's newsletter: https://popculturemondays.com/2026/01/05/we-are-back-baby/    

Steiny & Guru wonder where the 49ers rank on the list of rivals for the Eagles and how this game will tell us how the 49ers validity is on the line.

It happens slowly. Then all at once. Small compromises. Quiet trade-offs. One day you wake up and realize your life, your leadership, or your organization has drifted from what it was supposed to be about. The mission that once drove everything is now just words on a wall.Peter Greer wrote the book on it — literally. In How Leaders Lose Their Way, he unpacks why drift is the default and what it takes to stay anchored. Peter is President & CEO of HOPE International and has spent years helping leaders finish well — personally and organizationally.In this conversation, we unpack:→ What personal and organizational drift actually looks like (and why it's so hard to spot)→ The difference between "resume virtues" and "eulogy virtues"→ Why Peter writes his eulogy every year — and how it recalibrates everything→ The dangers of success, speed, and isolation→ Why you need friends who love you enough to tell you the truth→ How good organizations lose their mission — and why growth can't be the ultimate goal→ Practical guardrails you can put in place this weekIf you want to finish well, this conversation will show you how to fight the current.—

It's FRIENDS AND RIVALS EPISODE 215 and I'm fancy as all hell, just look at my car! The Rangers and Devils frustrate Tom and Steve, but the Penguins and Islanders have Billy and Nick dreaming of a 1st round playoff matchup! Sure the entire East is separated by 10 points and every team is over .500 somehow, but a couple of points halfway through the season sure give some of us a lot of confidence and some a sense of hopelessness. That's right, this is an unnecessarily philosophical FRIENDS AND RIVALS EPISODE 215!

The most meaningless game of the season is in the books, and honestly? It was a blast. While the doom-and-gloom crowd melts down over a fourth-quarter loss with backups, the real story is what happened around the NFC North. The Vikings and Lions – last year's division darlings – are officially done. Season over. Mock draft season for them. Ryan breaks down why overreacting to this game is a complete waste of energy, highlights the impressive performances from Chris Brooks, Baron Sorrell, and Jacob Monk, and delivers a devastating autopsy on both the Lions and Vikings rosters. Detroit went from "best team in football" to picking 17th overall while dealing with massive roster holes and a questionable coaching staff. Minnesota? An aging roster, a broken quarterback situation with JJ McCarthy, and a defensive coordinator who's almost certainly leaving. The Packers are heading to the playoffs. Two rivals are going home. Time to get excited. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Projects: Grade NFL Players ➜ fanfocus-teamgrades.lovable.app Packers Hub ➜ packersgames.com Create NFL Draft Big Boards ➜ nfldraftgrades.com Watch Draft Prospects ➜ draftflix.com Screen Record ➜ pause-play-capture.lovable.app Global Economics Hub ➜ global-economic-insight-hub.lovable.app

The most meaningless game of the season is in the books, and honestly? It was a blast. While the doom-and-gloom crowd melts down over a fourth-quarter loss with backups, the real story is what happened around the NFC North. The Vikings and Lions – last year's division darlings – are officially done. Season over. Mock draft season for them. Ryan breaks down why overreacting to this game is a complete waste of energy, highlights the impressive performances from Chris Brooks, Baron Sorrell, and Jacob Monk, and delivers a devastating autopsy on both the Lions and Vikings rosters. Detroit went from "best team in football" to picking 17th overall while dealing with massive roster holes and a questionable coaching staff. Minnesota? An aging roster, a broken quarterback situation with JJ McCarthy, and a defensive coordinator who's almost certainly leaving. The Packers are heading to the playoffs. Two rivals are going home. Time to get excited. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Projects: Grade NFL Players ➜ fanfocus-teamgrades.lovable.app Packers Hub ➜ packersgames.com Create NFL Draft Big Boards ➜ nfldraftgrades.com Watch Draft Prospects ➜ draftflix.com Screen Record ➜ pause-play-capture.lovable.app Global Economics Hub ➜ global-economic-insight-hub.lovable.app

AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports more people are getting the flu.

Welcome back, Fanaticos! Congratulations on making it through another year with El Clasico Podcastico. In this inaugural episode of 2026, your favorite co-hosts are back to bring you the latest news, notes, and previews of what's to come for Barcelona and Real Madrid. We start with the latest news stories, then cover the final games of 2025, as Barcelona faced Villarreal (13:44) and Real Madrid ended the year against Sevilla (22:00). Then it's time for each team's new year's resolutions (31:09)! And finally, we preview the first games of the new year, with Barcelona going across town for El Derbi to take on Espanyol (46:24) and Real Madrid playing against a tough Real Betis side (51:48). 

UK news of the day: Kenny Brooks on the upset of LSU; Cutter Boley hits the portal; (12:00) Mark Pope on Alabama; Georgia's Kirby Smart blows it; (19:00) Chris Fisher of the Rivals network on UK hoops & Boley; (39:00) WKYT's Lyndsey Gough has known Boley since he was a little feller; (58:00) Lee Feinswog of 900 Square Feet on UK/SEC volleyball; (1:04:00) Shaq is a hero today and broadcaster Kevin Harlan can make anything sound exciting - even a drunk trespassing on an NFL field...

Episode Title: The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes - Book 1, Part 1Title: The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes - Volume 1Overview: Step back into the golden age of detective fiction with The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes, Volume 1 — a spellbinding podcast that brings to life the classic sleuths who once competed with Holmes for literary glory. These riveting short stories — written during the heyday of Arthur Conan Doyle and dramatized for British audiences in the 1970s — follow bold, eccentric and brilliant detectives as they unravel mysteries of every stripe. From deep-sea enigmas to bicycle-company conspiracies, glittering jewels, invisible steeds, and more, each tale immerses you in clever crimes and cunning solutions. Perfect for fans of vintage mystery and timeless logic, this anthology proves Holmes wasn't alone at the top of his game. Tune in and meet the lesser-known minds whose deductive powers challenged the legend himself!Part 1: Episodes 1–6 (Duration ≈ 2:40:54)1. Message from the Deep Sea, Part 1 — 00:26:002. Message from the Deep Sea, Part 2 — 00:22:443. Affair of the Avalanche Bicycle and Tyre Co. Ltd, Part 1 — 00:30:474. Affair of the Avalanche Bicycle and Tyre Co. Ltd, Part 2 — 00:27:325. Duchess of Wiltshire's Diamonds, Part 1 — 00:34:596. Duchess of Wiltshire's Diamonds, Part 2 — 00:18:53 Published: VariousSeries: The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes CollectionsList: The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes, Book #1Author: VariousGenre: Detective Fiction, Short Stories, Mystery, DramaEpisode: The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes - Book 1, Part 1Book: 1Volume: 1Part: 1 of 4Episodes Part: 6Length Part: 2:40:59Episodes Volume: 23Length Volume: 11:03:34Episodes Book: 23Length Book: 11:03:34Narrator: CollaborativeLanguage: EnglishRated: Guidance SuggestedEdition: Unabridged AudiobookKeywords: classic mystery, detective fiction, sherlock holmes era, rivals of sherlock holmes, golden age mystery, british mystery, crime fiction, vintage detective stories, classic crime, short story collection, classic literature, audiobooks, public domain, deduction, investigation, amateur detectives, victorian mystery, edwardian fiction, suspense, whodunitHashtags: #freeaudiobooks #audiobook #mustread #readingbooks #audiblebooks #favoritebooks #free #booklist #audible #freeaudiobook #classicmystery #detectivefiction #rivalsofsherlockholmes #goldenagemystery #britishmystery #crimefiction #vintagedetective #classicliterature #publicdomain #librivox #audiobook #whodunit #victorianfiction #edwardianfiction #suspensestoriesCredits: All LibriVox Recordings are in the Public Domain. Wikipedia (c) Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License. WOMBO Dream.

The private space economy is growing significantly and the year ahead could be a big one. The first private space station is expected to launch next spring, new commercial space flights will be offered and SpaceX is considering a public stock offering. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien reports on a space start-up in New Zealand catching some attention of its own. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

The private space economy is growing significantly and the year ahead could be a big one. The first private space station is expected to launch next spring, new commercial space flights will be offered and SpaceX is considering a public stock offering. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien reports on a space start-up in New Zealand catching some attention of its own. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Is Die Hard a Christmas Shooter Movie? Only this podcast would know!We discuss:- Call of Duty's rare public admission of failure and what the end of back-to-back sub-franchise releases actually signals.- Marathon's delay, $40 price point, and why fiscal calendars still distort launch strategy.- Why Valorant Mobile exploded in China, and why Western mobile shooters keep failing to break through.- EA hiring a VP of Shooters for mobile, and whether Battlefield or Apex can realistically return to phones.- Highguard's confused reveal, the danger of losing narrative control, and why innovation still matters.- Marvel Rivals as a ceiling, not a failure, and what the hero-shooter arms race gets wrong about retention.

Rivals breakdown the bowl game of the season so far as Warriors overcome early 21-0 deficit to beat Cal 35-31! Next, we preview this weeks Final 8 in College Football plus, week 17 saw a few thrilling games and surprises as we head to the last week of the season! What a great New Yearʻs week show!

**I definitely forgot to upload this on 12/25! Apologies!  *Some audio issues with this episode, will look into it for the future! Come with us as we dive deeper into season 2 of Deep Space 9! In this episode, we discuss these episodes: Necessary Evil, Second Sight, Sanctuary, and Rivals. Please help Trek writer David Gerrold! http://bit.ly/49pkBaO   We have an email address now! tvshowinspace@gmail.com, send us your thoughts (only if they are nice).

The LoG are live in person (with some microphone issues) to deliver a holiday dose of joyful reflection on the banner year that was 2025. New Gilded Age and Downton as well as controversial picks with Rivals and Miss Austen as well as the ever polarizing Nan and The Buccaneers crew. Thank you for your support this year! To support the LoG on Patreon visit: https://www.patreon.com/lordsofgrantham To buy LoG Merchandise visit: https://www.teepublic.com/user/lords-of-grantham-podcast Listen to “Monster in the Mirror” by Tempest Edge: https://open.spotify.com/album/49AfIwOPPsmgYfz3p4uEAn?si=6ScIXxgWSpWQ8uFnhF62Mg

Unpacking Love and Rivalry in "Heated Rivals": A Deep Dive into the Complex Characters of a Hockey RomanceIntroduction: As we step into the world of sports romance, few narratives capture the essence of love and rivalry quite like "Heated Rivals." In this podcast episode, host Sana Wynd shares her insights on the dynamics between two hockey stars navigating their careers and a secret romance. With a blend of humor and heartfelt reflection, this discussion explores the challenges of masculinity, emotional vulnerability, and the beauty of love in its many forms.Main Content: 1. Setting the Scene Sana opens with a light-hearted greeting, sharing her recent battle with the flu, which prevented her from recording on the anticipated "Manic Mondays." Despite her illness, she expresses enthusiasm for the show "Heated Rivals," based on a captivating book that tells the story of two hockey players entangled in a secret romance. This sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the characters and themes.2. The Characters Central to the narrative are Hudson Williams and Connor Story, who portray Shane and Ilya, respectively. Sana describes Shane as a mixed-race Canadian hockey star, noting the significance of his background in a predominantly white sport. She emphasizes the unique character traits of both men, highlighting Shane's dry humor and Ilya's captivating Russian accent, which adds depth to their interactions.3. Themes of Love and Honesty One of the standout themes discussed is the honesty portrayed in male relationships, particularly in the context of same-sex love. Sana articulates that straight women often appreciate boy-on-boy love due to its raw honesty. She states, "It is honesty, it is honesty in its purest, primal fashion," suggesting that the genuine connection between the characters resonates deeply with audiences.4. Navigating Masculinity Throughout the podcast, Sana reflects on the challenges men face in expressing their emotions. She praises the show for allowing its characters to display vulnerability, noting how Ilya's emotional breakdown in front of Shane is a poignant moment that defies traditional masculine norms. This exploration of emotional depth adds layers to their relationship, showcasing how love can foster personal growth and understanding.5. Cultural Commentary Sana also touches on broader societal issues, mentioning how toxic masculinity has historically hindered men's emotional expression. She relates this to her observations of men discussing relationships and emotional struggles, emphasizing the need for open dialogue and acceptance among men. By showcasing two hockey players in love, "Heated Rivals" challenges stereotypes and encourages a more compassionate view of masculinity.Conclusion: In conclusion, "Heated Rivals" transcends the typical sports romance by delving into the complexities of love, rivalry, and masculinity. Through the experiences of Shane and Ilya, viewers are offered a refreshing perspective on emotional honesty and the importance of vulnerability in relationships. The podcast episode serves as a reminder that genuine connections can flourish even in the most competitive environments, and it encourages listeners to embrace openness in their own lives.Key Takeaways: - "Heated Rivals" explores love and rivalry through the lens of two hockey players.- The show highlights the significance of emotional vulnerability and honesty in male relationships.- Cultural commentary on masculinity provides deeper insights into the characters' struggles.- The podcast encourages open dialogue about emotions among men.Tags: Heated Rivals, Hockey Romance, Male Vulnerability, Emotional Honesty, Sports Culture, LGBTQ Representation, Masculinity, Podcast Review.

Chances are, if you have seen a memorable hockey photo over the past half century, it can through the lens of Bruce Bennett.The legendary photographer and recent inductee to the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame stopped by to join Neil and Vic sharing memories, his preparation and the inside scoop on getting the perfect shot.In Three Things You Need to Pay Attention to, it's an upside-down world heading into the break, three teams put up five-goal periods on Tuesday and what's going on with the Kings at home?Also, there's been a coaching dismissal in Toronto, some ornery play between rivals, an infamous anniversary and some encouraging numbers for the show as 2025 comes to a close.IN THIS EPISODE[02:14] - Three Things You Need to Pay Attention To[17:01] - Bruce Bennett joins the show and a light-hearted response to the questions he's been asked during the course of a half century of covering hockey.[18:31] - Bennett's love of hockey and desire to become a photographer had roots close to home.[19:43] - Bennett shares thoughts on photos which capture the essence of what he looks for in a shot: The contrast in emotion.[22:22] - A typical day from set-up to break down at the arena.[25:18] - The Alexander Ovechkin goal to become the all-time NHL goal-scoring king.[26:27] - After all these years with his status, does Bennett need to call ahead to get a spot to shoot a game?[27:44] - The evolution in the development of photos and the role improved lighting has played.[30:23] -Other hockey photographers who influenced Bennett's career.[31:58] - Possible to go to a game without thinking about shooting it? Bennett shares a story from his past and how he still has angst in the present.[33:40] - The remaining bucket list is...short and to the point.[35:19] - Pointers for aspiring photographers. Vic shares a story from 1992 that proved he was not cut out for shooting live events.[37:17] - Having shot so many games - a large number in the New York area - does Bruce have a team he cheers for?[39:30] - Dovetailing off his previous answer, Neil queries whether Bennett has ever been emotionally affected by seeing a player get injured close up.[40:52] - Finally getting around to the all-time best photo.[44:38] - Wrapping up the discussion with Bruce Bennett.[47:08] - The Toronto Maple Leafs can't fire their power play unit, so you know who takes the fall.[50:15] - Rivals get into it before the break on an infamous anniversary for the Bruins.[56:31] - Personnel update.X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparoundNeil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeilVic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/NHL Wraparound Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/#NHLWraparound #NHLWraparound.com #ShortShifts #NYCentric #CelebritySeries #HallofFameEdition #StanleyCupdate #SummerCoolers #Smith'sPix #NeilSmith #VicMorren #PatrickHoffman #NHL #SummerCoolers #AnaheimDucks # #BostonBruins #BuffaloSabres #CalgaryFlames #CarolinaHurricanes #ChicagoBlackhawks #ColoradoAvalanche #ColumbusBlueJackets #DallasStars #DetroitRedWings #EdmontonOilers #FloridaPanthers #LosAngelesKings #MinnesotaWild #MontrealCanadiens #NashvillePredators #NewJerseyDevils #NewYorkIslanders #NewYorkRangers #OttawaSenators #PhiladelphiaFlyers #PittsburghPenguins #StLouisBlues #SanJoseSharks #SeattleKraken #TampaBayLightning #TorontoMapleLeafs #UtahMammoth #VancouverCanucks #VegasGoldenKnights #WashingtonCapitals #WinnipegJets #BruceBennett #DylanLarkin #BowenByram #StevenStamkos #AdrianKempe #KevinFiala #AlexLaferriere #QuintonByfield #LucRobitaille #KenHolland #JimHiller #PheonixCopley #FrederickGaudreau #GettyImages #U.S.HockeyHallofFame #BobNystrom #LorneHenning #BobDaley #MelBridgman #HenrikLundqvist #ZachParise #AlexanderOvechkin #ESPN #DenisBrodeur #MartinBrodeur #GeorgeKalinsky...

What an opposite week for the Rivals as Montyʻs Rams heartbreaking loss on Thursday and Ernieʻs Steelers exhilarating win on Sunday! Plus, we breakdown round 1 of the College Football playoffs and the full NFL slate. Plus, Monty asks, is this Josh Allenʻs last shot at a title?

How has Unai Emery masterminded Aston Villa's rise? Will United and Liverpool compete for Semenyo? And who are Africa's new superpower, how is Mo Salah viewed in his home continent and why has a major change been made to the African Cup of Nations?Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Pat Nevin join Mark Chapman to discuss and debate the big questions of the week on the Monday Night Club.Guillem Balague, author of 'The Rise of the Villans: Inside Unai Emery's Aston Villa Revolution', joins the panel to provide insight into Emery's excellent work at Villa Park.The group then consider the other side of Sunday's 2-1 victory over Manchester United, who have lost talismanic captain Bruno Fernandes to injury. How can they replace him, and might it force the Reds into a transfer battle with bitter rivals Liverpool? Arne Slot's title holders are waiting for further news on Alexander Isak, with reports suggesting their record-breaking signing has suffered a leg break.African football journalist Maher Mezahi joins us from AFCON to explain a major change to the competition, how Morocco and Senegal are competing to be the continental superpower and how Mo Salah is viewed by those in his home nation and continent after controversy at Liverpool.Plus, what is Pep Guardiola's Christmas diet for his Man City players, and how does it compare to Chris and Pat's from back in the day?Timecodes: 00:12 Villa's 10-match winning streak, with Guillem Balague (Euro Leagues) explaining how Emery turned this season around 23:10 Do United and Liverpool really need to buy to replace Bruno Fernandes and Alexander Isak? 32:50 Hearts are top of the Scottish Premiership at Christmas, so what will they do in January? 39:20 AFCON — Are Morocco the new African superpower? 45:00 AFCON — How much pressure is on Salah to succeed with Egypt, and how has the controversy with Arne Slot been viewed in Africa? 47:40 AFCON — Have FIFA driven changes to the tournament schedule, from every 2 years to every 4 years? 50:30 Pep Guardiola's 'hidden' Christmas message to Man City's playersCommentaries coming up this week: Tuesday 23rd — Arsenal v Crystal Palace — 20:00 — 5 Live Saturday 27th — Arsenal v Brighton — 15:00 — 5 Live Saturday 27th — Liverpool v Wolves — 15:00 — Sports Extra Saturday 27th — Chelsea v Aston Villa — 17:30 — 5 Live

Tobin & Leroy recap the Miami Heat's weekend where they lost on the road to the Boston Celtics on Friday and to the New York Knicks in MSG on Sunday night.

AJ Swoboda unpacks the heart of his book Rooting for Rivals, challenging Christians to hold deep convictions without losing love for the people they disagree with most. Drawing from Scripture, the story of Daniel in exile, and A.W. Tozer's idea of “gentle dogmatism,”Listen to the full episode hereSpotifyiTunes----------------------Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you've been searching for.Don't wait—get your copy today!Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text

Bob Zimmerman highlights a record-breaking year with over 300 global rocket launches, driven largely by private enterprise competition. He notes that Amazon was forced to contract SpaceX for satellite launches due to delays from rivals like Blue Origin and reports on safety concerns involving Russian launch pad negligence. 1955

Andy Villamazaro is a national writer for RIVALS and covers high school sports. He wrote about the new changes to the IHSA Football Playoffs system and how it affects area schools. He joins us to further explain the changes, the pros and cons, and how it affects recruiting. We also check the Illini Headlines, the Bears are down 2 big weapons against the Packers, and Kurtis is firing Curveballs.

Rivals of Aether and Rivals of Aether II are indie fighting games that combine fast-paced platform combat with elemental-themed characters. The game takes inspiration from Super Smash Bros. and emphasizes skillful movement, tight controls, and competitive balance, making it popular in the fighting game community. Dan Fornace is a game director and designer at Aether The post Rivals of Aether with Dan Fornace appeared first on Software Engineering Daily.

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This episode dives into the latest NFL chaos, from Philip Rivers' shocking comeback to Bears fans' hilarious denial about Caleb Williams, all while previewing the Packers' crucial clash with the Broncos. Ryan unpacks injury reports, rival jabs, and why Denver's win streak might be fool's gold. Get ready for unfiltered takes on Green Bay's path forward. Breaking down NFL headlines: Philip Rivers prepping for Colts duty, TJ Watt's lung scare, Josh Myers' extension, and Joe Burrow's cryptic frustration sparking trade buzz to teams like the Vikings. Mocking Bears fans' absurd defense of Caleb Williams amid his accuracy woes, plus weather woes that could doom Chicago against Cleveland. Jordan Love's insane "Toyota THON" stats and Packers' massive injury list, including Josh Jacobs' knee update and returning players like Jaire Alexander. In-depth Broncos preview: Bo Nix's middling play, roster strengths like Courtland Sutton and Nik Bonitto, and why metrics label Denver as overrated despite their 11-2 record. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY and visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. Hit subscribe, drop a review, and share your takes in the comments— what's your bold prediction for Packers-Broncos? Stay tuned for more Packers breakdowns coming soon. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Projects: Grade NFL Players ➜ fanfocus-teamgrades.lovable.app Packers Hub ➜ packersgames.com Create NFL Draft Big Boards ➜ nfldraftgrades.com Watch Draft Prospects ➜ draftflix.com Screen Record ➜ pause-play-capture.lovable.app Global Economics Hub ➜ global-economic-insight-hub.lovable.app

SpaceX Dominance and the Golden Dome Defense Project: Colleague Bob Zimmerman highlights SpaceX's dominance with record-breaking booster reuse and launch frequency compared to rivals, discussing the secretive "Golden Dome" defense project, defects on the Orion capsule's hatch threatening the Artemis mission, and Airbus surprisingly choosing a Chinese satellite constellation for in-flight internet.

You might know the star of Rivals for his revealing role in the hit Disney+ show, but did you know about his dramatic allium allergy?! I thought not. Alex Hassell might be best known for his portrayal of the dashing bounder, Rupert Campbell-Black in the Emmy-Award winning TV adaptation of Jilly Cooper's Rivals but his career spans the Royal Shakespeare Company, a leading role opposite Anya Taylor-Joy in The Miniaturist, HBO's His Dark Materials and co-founding the pioneering Factory Theatre Company. In this conversation, Alex reflects on the role therapy and his marriage have played in weathering early-career rejection. We talk about his struggle with self-confidence, his unlikely 'failure' to get into trouble and the rebellious streak that defined his youth - including that time he took acid at Alton Towers. Plus: having to spray tan his own private parts. This episode was recorded live at the Barbican earlier this year. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Intro 03:17 Season Two of Rivals 04:35 The Challenges of Acting 05:28 Therapy and Self-Reflection 11:17 Overcoming Self-Doubt 13:31 School Experiences and Bullying 20:13 The Factory Theater Company 23:31 Reflecting on Early Career Challenges 23:57 The Onion Allergy Struggle 28:16 Balancing Historical Accuracy and Sensitivity in 'Rivals' 29:30 The Pressure to Be Good 33:12 Family Influence and Personal Growth 40:57 The Actor's Vulnerability and Connection