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Host Josh Baer is joined by preeminent contemporary Saudi Arabian artist, Ahmed Mater in Doha during the inaugural edition of Art Basel Qatar to discuss everything from artistic and cultural expression in the region, Mater's return to painting, and more than one exciting new project. To the Stars with Ahmed Mater is out now on all good podcast platforms, or at thebaerfaxtpodcast.com.    This episode, recorded on February 4th 2026, is brought to you by Ursula - A Magazine of Contemporary Culture by Hauser & Wirth.  

Billions, miserliness, and a severed ear! This episode of History's Greatest Idiots (featuring The Hungry Historian) explores the extraordinary life of Jean Paul Getty, the oil tycoon who became the richest man in the world, installed a payphone in his mansion for guests, and refused to pay ransom whilst his kidnapped grandson's ear was being cut off.The Golden Child Who Disappointed Daddy:Born in 1892 to oilman George Franklin Getty, young J. Paul made his first million at age 23, then quit to party in Hollywood dating film stars including the Gish sisters, Norma Talmadge, and Gloria Swanson. He married and divorced three women within a decade. His father was appalled. When George Getty died in 1930, he left an estate worth $10 million. J. Paul inherited just $500,000. His mother received the rest. It was a pointed snub that would define Getty's entire life.The Great Depression Bargain Hunter:Determined to prove his father wrong, Getty bought up distressed oil company stocks during the Depression. He boasted to an acquaintance: "I just fleeced my mother" after persuading her to give him control of her trust fund. In 1949, he gambled $9.5 million on mineral rights to a barren Saudi Arabian desert called the Neutral Zone. Other oil companies thought he was mad. In 1953, oil was discovered. The field produced 16 million barrels yearly. By 1966, Getty was the world's wealthiest private citizen, worth $1.2 billion (approximately $70 billion in today's purchasing power).The Miser of Sutton Place:Getty settled at Sutton Place, a Tudor estate near Guildford. He filled it with priceless art, then installed a payphone in the entrance hall because he worried guests might make long-distance calls. He haggled over garden barrows. He reused string. He was married and divorced five times, had five sons, and was a terrible father. His son George Getty II died from a drug and alcohol-induced stroke. His son J. Paul Getty Jr. became a heroin addict.The Kidnapping:On 10th July 1973, 16-year-old John Paul Getty III was kidnapped in Rome by the 'Ndrangheta crime organization. They demanded $17 million. Getty refused to pay, suspecting his grandson was faking it. For months, Paul was held in a cave, blindfolded and beaten. In November 1973, kidnappers sent Paul's severed ear to an Italian newspaper with a letter: "This is Paul's first ear. If within ten days the family still believes this is a joke, then the other ear will arrive. In other words, he will arrive in little bits." Only then did Getty negotiate. He agreed to pay $2.2 million (the maximum tax-deductible amount under U.S. law). He then lent the remaining $800,000 to his son at four percent interest. Getty wrote off his portion as a tax deduction. When Paul was rescued, Getty refused to come to the phone. Paul never recovered, suffering a stroke in 1981 that left him paralyzed and nearly blind for 36 years until his death in 2011.Getty proved you could have all the money in the world and still be absolutely miserable whilst making everyone around you miserable too. He died wealthy and alone, having haggled over his grandson's ear, installed payphones for guests, and left behind a company that charges fees for photographs it doesn't own.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/HistorysGreatestIdiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/historysgreatestidiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/historysgreatestidiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Artist: Sarah Chey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fiverr.com/sarahchey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Billions, miserliness, and a severed ear! This episode of History's Greatest Idiots (featuring The Hungry Historian) explores the extraordinary life of Jean Paul Getty, the oil tycoon who became the richest man in the world, installed a payphone in his mansion for guests, and refused to pay ransom whilst his kidnapped grandson's ear was being cut off.The Golden Child Who Disappointed Daddy:Born in 1892 to oilman George Franklin Getty, young J. Paul made his first million at age 23, then quit to party in Hollywood dating film stars including the Gish sisters, Norma Talmadge, and Gloria Swanson. He married and divorced three women within a decade. His father was appalled. When George Getty died in 1930, he left an estate worth $10 million. J. Paul inherited just $500,000. His mother received the rest. It was a pointed snub that would define Getty's entire life.The Great Depression Bargain Hunter:Determined to prove his father wrong, Getty bought up distressed oil company stocks during the Depression. He boasted to an acquaintance: "I just fleeced my mother" after persuading her to give him control of her trust fund. In 1949, he gambled $9.5 million on mineral rights to a barren Saudi Arabian desert called the Neutral Zone. Other oil companies thought he was mad. In 1953, oil was discovered. The field produced 16 million barrels yearly. By 1966, Getty was the world's wealthiest private citizen, worth $1.2 billion (approximately $70 billion in today's purchasing power).The Miser of Sutton Place:Getty settled at Sutton Place, a Tudor estate near Guildford. He filled it with priceless art, then installed a payphone in the entrance hall because he worried guests might make long-distance calls. He haggled over garden barrows. He reused string. He was married and divorced five times, had five sons, and was a terrible father. His son George Getty II died from a drug and alcohol-induced stroke. His son J. Paul Getty Jr. became a heroin addict.The Kidnapping:On 10th July 1973, 16-year-old John Paul Getty III was kidnapped in Rome by the 'Ndrangheta crime organization. They demanded $17 million. Getty refused to pay, suspecting his grandson was faking it. For months, Paul was held in a cave, blindfolded and beaten. In November 1973, kidnappers sent Paul's severed ear to an Italian newspaper with a letter: "This is Paul's first ear. If within ten days the family still believes this is a joke, then the other ear will arrive. In other words, he will arrive in little bits." Only then did Getty negotiate. He agreed to pay $2.2 million (the maximum tax-deductible amount under U.S. law). He then lent the remaining $800,000 to his son at four percent interest. Getty wrote off his portion as a tax deduction. When Paul was rescued, Getty refused to come to the phone. Paul never recovered, suffering a stroke in 1981 that left him paralyzed and nearly blind for 36 years until his death in 2011.Getty proved you could have all the money in the world and still be absolutely miserable whilst making everyone around you miserable too. He died wealthy and alone, having haggled over his grandson's ear, installed payphones for guests, and left behind a company that charges fees for photographs it doesn't own.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/HistorysGreatestIdiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/historysgreatestidiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/historysgreatestidiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Artist: Sarah Chey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fiverr.com/sarahchey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Hour 3 of A&G features... Jesse Jackson & German requirements Saudi Arabian flag football & Apple AI Marco Rubio in Munich & AOC gets stumped Hillary Clinton & Petr Macinka See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of A&G features... Jesse Jackson & German requirements Saudi Arabian flag football & Apple AI Marco Rubio in Munich & AOC gets stumped Hillary Clinton & Petr Macinka See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wandering through a museum, you can get a glimpse of what life in ancient societies looked like. But what did it smell like? And is it even possible to get a whiff of, say, a freshly embalmed mummy, or a 5,000-year-old Saudi Arabian incense burner? That's exactly what some chemists and olfactory designers are trying to do.Producer Kathleen Davis talks with archeo-chemist Barbara Huber and perfumer Carole Calvez about how they scientifically recreated the scent of ancient Egyptian mummies and brought that smell to museums on special cards.Guests:Dr. Barbara Huber is an archeo-chemist at the University of Tübingen in Germany.Carole Calvez is a perfumer and olfactory designer and a cofounder of  Iris & Morphée in Paris, France. Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com.  Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

Still just a two-ball this week where Eddie reflects - in a surprisingly positive way - about his MC in the Qatar Masters and he and Andrew both wax lyrical about the golfing talents of Patrick Reed who, having defected from the Saudi Arabian collective, simply romps around the rest of the Middle-East. With Eddie travelling all day on Monday it was a Sunday recording of the pod, so it's left to Andrew and Mabel (sorry Richard) to chat about Chris Gøtterup's latest win, in Phoenix. There is also mention for the biggest prize of the week going to one of the youngest players - Elvis Smylie won the LIV opener in Riyadh in front of a crowd approximately the same size as the audience annoying Eddie in a Doha cinema.Visit: www.petermillar.co.ukPing WebFit at www.ping.comEmail (all views welcome): tcf@thechippingforecast.co.ukInstagram: @chippingforecast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with Terry Lynch, CEO of Power Metallic MinesOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/power-metallic-tsxvpnpn-aggressive-drilling-and-land-expansion-fuel-growth-potential-7925Recording date: 29th January 2026Power Metallic (TSXV: PNPN) is advancing one of the world's rarest deposit types—an orthomagmatic polymetallic discovery at its NISK project in Quebec. CEO Terry Lynch recently outlined the company's significant 2025 achievements and ambitious 2026 plans, positioning the explorer for a transition toward mine development.The company's most significant 2025 milestone was a metallurgical study delivering exceptional 95% recovery rates across its metal suite, substantially exceeding the 80% modeled. Specific recoveries include copper at 98.9%, palladium at 93.9%, platinum at 96.8%, gold at 85%, and silver at 88.9%. These results address a primary concern in polymetallic projects and, combined with near-surface mineralisation, position NISK as a low-capital, high-margin opportunity with estimated internal rates of return approaching 100%.Power Metallic also successfully consolidated its land position, acquiring seven of eight priority targets around the discovery. Orthomagmatic deposits are exceptionally rare—only 20 discovered globally—with 19 of 20 developing into multi-mine districts. The company now controls a land package six times larger than at the discovery stage, providing district-scale development potential.The company raised $50 million in 2025 and currently holds approximately $33 million cash, fully funding its aggressive 2026 program without near-term financing needs. Plans include 100,000 meters of drilling using five rigs expanding to seven, testing four transformative exploration targets beyond the known Lion zone. The "Elephant" target, emerging from borehole electromagnetic surveys, theoretically measures five times Lion's size and represents the largest anomaly the technical team has encountered.Beyond Quebec, Power Metallic is diversifying its portfolio through a Chilean Metals spinout (TSXV listing expected within weeks) consolidating copper-gold assets near the Candelaria mine, plus three large-scale Saudi Arabian concessions offering significantly lower exploration costs and unprecedented government incentives including 75% project financing at 1% interest rates.With commodity prices strengthening across its metal portfolio and multiple near-term catalysts including drill results and a preliminary economic assessment targeted for Q4 2026 or Q1 2027, Power Metallic is positioning for significant rerating as markets recognize the development potential of this rare discovery.View Power Metallic's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/power-metallicSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Fresh from a top 5.....0 place in Dubai, Eddie has to first of all explain his broken wedge and grazed knuckles, but then he and Andrew pick over a result that still shows plenty of encouragement for the year ahead. Meanwhile they run out of things to say in admiration for Scottie Scheffler after he returns to golf and gets straight back to winning ways. They run out of things to say in general if we're honest, but there is consideration for Eddie starting a TGL golf team and an acknowledgement that Laurie Canter will not be signed up by a Saudi Arabian darts league.Brought to you by: www.petermillar.co.ukAnd: www.ping.comEmail: tcf@thechippingforecast.co.ukInstagram: @chippingforecastWatch Eddie's final round in Dubai: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFGWbbDYpwI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[@ 4 min] Alright, this week…we go Inside the Huddle with Christopher Sokoloski! The American Heldentenor had a breakout year in 2025, coming to international attention singing Captain Vere in the Story of Billy Budd at Aix-en-Provence, followed by an unscheduled role debut as Parsifal at Flanders Opera. Listen for the exact moment when Oliver falls in love…I promise you can hear Oliver's heart break wide open, and its strange because we know he doesn't even like Wagner operas. [@ 34 min] Then, tenor Zachary Wilder takes a Free Throw on being an American in the elite realm of historical performance practice in France! The baroque specialist has a brand new album that weaves together Klezmer, musical theater, jazz, opera, and art song called 'Brooklyn Suite.' [@ 48 min] And to complete our tenor three-pointer, Anthony Leon returns to take a Free Throw on singing Mozart! León makes his Lyric Opera of Chicago debut in 'Cosi fan tutte' next month. [@ 59 min] Plus, in the ‘Two Minute Drill'…was there any way to know that the Saudi Arabian government can't be trusted? If you're Peter Gelb, the answer to that question is apparently, “no…” GET YOUR VOICE HEARD Stream new episodes every Saturday at 10 AM CT on amplisoundsradio.com operaboxscore.com facebook.com/obschi1 operaboxscore.bsky.social

China has registered its lowest number of births since records began. European governments weigh up options to bring down the high cost of their state pensions? Saudi Arabian banks borrow at record pace. Plus, Chinese EV carmakers have their eyes on the UK.Mentioned in this podcast:China registers lowest number of births since records beganChina's GDP grows 5% in 2025 as exports offset weak domestic outlookCan Europe still afford its generous state pensions?Josh Gabert Doyon: https://www.ft.com/josh-gabert-doyonNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Josh Gabert Doyon, and produced by Clare Williamson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Manuela Saragosa. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KEFI Gold and Copper PLC (AIM:KEFI, OTC:KFFLF) executive chairman Harry Anagnostaras-Adams talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company's transformation into a multi-asset gold and copper developer and the strategic significance of recent milestones. Anagnostaras-Adams explained how the company has fundamentally changed over the past month, detailed in a recent RNS outlining its progress. He explained that KEFI now has funding in place to develop the Tulu Kapi project in Ethiopia with minimal reliance on shareholders, marking a pivotal step in its evolution. He said the company has transitioned from being an aspiring developer in a frontier market to an active developer supported by aligned stakeholders, including contractors, local communities and government. “The company is a different company today than it was a month ago,” Anagnostaras-Adams noted, highlighting why KEFI felt it was important to clearly communicate the scale of the change. A central theme of the discussion was KEFI's move away from single-asset risk. Anagnostaras-Adams explained that the company is positioning itself to have three producing mines, creating diversification and reducing exposure for shareholders. He described this as moving from “a one-legged stool… to be a three-legged stool,” adding that this shift “changes the nature of KEFI risk” for investors. On KEFI's Saudi Arabian assets, Harry Anagnostaras-Adams noted the development is being advanced through a joint venture structure that allows the company to benefit from progress without distracting its Ethiopian operating team. Anagnostaras-Adams stressed that KEFI remains focused on delivering Tulu Kapi while leveraging experienced partners abroad. Finally, he outlined how the company's rapid growth could support a move to London's main market in the coming years, reflecting its ambition to match scale with broader market access. For more interviews and insights like this, visit Proactive's YouTube channel, give the video a like, subscribe, and enable notifications so you never miss future updates. #KEFIGold #GoldMining #MiningStocks #AIMStocks #GoldProduction #MiningInvestment #EthiopiaMining #SaudiArabiaMining #ResourceStocks #SmallCapMining #MiningCEO #GoldMarket

Imagine a building as tall as the Empire State Building, that stretches for more than 100km through the Saudi Arabian desert. Inside are nine million people – with robot maids and a giant fake moon – living in self-sufficient pods where everything they need is a five-minute walk away.It's part of NEOM, a futuristic megacity complex, which the Saudi government has already started building. And if you believe the PR, it'll be a car-free, carbon-free, utopian existence – the most equitable and sustainable society in human history. But will it happen? And what is the financial (and human) cost? For our first ShortHand back in 2026, we're looking at the most ambitious and controversial building project ever: The Line.--Patreon - Ad-free & Bonus EpisodesYouTube - Full-length Video EpisodesTikTok / InstagramSources and more available on redhandedpodcast.com

Follow the boys over on Patreon for 300+ bonus hours of goofs! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheModernApes Welcome to another intriguing episode of the Modern Apes Podcast with your hosts Tristan Bowling and Daniel Bridge-Gadd! In this episode, the boys dive deep into the world of luxury items, exploring everything from the controversial concept of mail order brides to the exciting opening of a new Six Flags in Saudi Arabia and what it means for the region's tourism and entertainment industry. But that's not all! Tristan and Daniel also share their personal experiences from their breaks and discuss what listeners can look forward to in 2026. Plus, brace yourselves for more fascinating luxury goods and trends that are shaping modern society! Join the conversation for a lively discussion filled with humor, insights, and plenty of thought-provoking moments. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments! Keywords: Luxury Items, Mail Order Brides, Six Flags Saudi Arabia, Modern Life, Lifestyle Podcast, Entertainment, Tourism, 2026 Trends, Humor, Personal Stories, Male Perspectives, Cultural Commentary, Podcasting, Modern Trends, Globalization, Luxury Goods #ModernApes #LuxuryItems #MailOrderBrides #SixFlagsSaudiArabia #Podcast #2026Preview #TristanBowling #DanielBridgeGadd #CulturalCommentary #LifestyleTrends #EntertainmentNews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 Dakar Rally preview show covers the upcoming rally's logistics, stages, and competitors. The rally features a 14-day, 8,000 km event with new marathon stages and a 900 km mega stage. Key competitors include Ricky Brabeck, Skyler Howes, and Daniel Sanders. The show discusses the challenges of the Saudi Arabian terrain and the rally's evolving rules, such as digital road books and mandatory airbags.

Journalist Jacob Silverman joins co-hosts Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan to talk about his new book, Gilded Rage: Elon Musk and the Radicalization of Silicon Valley. He discusses the rightward shift in ideology among leading tech giants and their companies, partially attributing the change to an interest in doing business with governments, including the U.S. and Israel. He speaks about the influence of Saudi Arabian wealth on the U.S. tech industry and how Saudi Arabia uses access to cutting-edge technology to remain in power and conduct mass surveillance on its people. Silverman addresses the calculated way today's tech leaders have taken control of the idea economy as they increasingly interfere with what information the public sees, such as Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter (now X). He gives examples of imagined and attempted tech-utopias, discussing communities such as California Forever and Próspera and their impacts. Silverman also discusses the alliance between the tech right and discontented moderate Democrats in San Francisco, explaining their involvement in recall politics and the transactional nature of tech politics. He reads an excerpt from Gilded Rage. To hear the full episode, subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app (include the forward slashes when searching). You can also listen by streaming from the player below. Check out video versions of our interviews on the Fiction/Non/Fiction Instagram account, the Fiction/Non/Fiction YouTube Channel, and our show website: https://www.fnfpodcast.net/ This podcast is produced by V.V. Ganeshananthan, Whitney Terrell, Emma Baxley, Elleanora Meman, Hope Wampler, and Brianna Wilson.  Jacob Silverman Gilded Rage: Elon Musk and the Radicalization of Silicon Valley “How Shaun Maguire Became Silicon Valley's Most MAGA Firebrand,” Business Insider Easy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud Terms of Service: Social Media and the Price of Constant Connection Others: California Forever The Diversity Myth by Peter Thiel & David Sacks ‘Go home': Honduran islanders fight against crypto colonialists| The Guardian  Elon Musk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Journalist Jacob Silverman joins co-hosts Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan to talk about his new book, Gilded Rage: Elon Musk and the Radicalization of Silicon Valley. He discusses the rightward shift in ideology among leading tech giants and their companies, partially attributing the change to an interest in doing business with governments, including the U.S. and Israel. He speaks about the influence of Saudi Arabian wealth on the U.S. tech industry and how Saudi Arabia uses access to cutting-edge technology to remain in power and conduct mass surveillance on its people. Silverman addresses the calculated way today's tech leaders have taken control of the idea economy as they increasingly interfere with what information the public sees, such as Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter (now X). He gives examples of imagined and attempted tech-utopias, discussing communities such as California Forever and Próspera and their impacts. Silverman also discusses the alliance between the tech right and discontented moderate Democrats in San Francisco, explaining their involvement in recall politics and the transactional nature of tech politics. He reads an excerpt from Gilded Rage. To hear the full episode, subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app (include the forward slashes when searching). You can also listen by streaming from the player below. Check out video versions of our interviews on the Fiction/Non/Fiction Instagram account, the Fiction/Non/Fiction YouTube Channel, and our show website: https://www.fnfpodcast.net/ This podcast is produced by V.V. Ganeshananthan, Whitney Terrell, Emma Baxley, Elleanora Meman, Hope Wampler, and Brianna Wilson.  Jacob Silverman Gilded Rage: Elon Musk and the Radicalization of Silicon Valley “How Shaun Maguire Became Silicon Valley's Most MAGA Firebrand,” Business Insider Easy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud Terms of Service: Social Media and the Price of Constant Connection Others: California Forever The Diversity Myth by Peter Thiel & David Sacks ‘Go home': Honduran islanders fight against crypto colonialists| The Guardian  Elon Musk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After meeting with Saudi Arabian dictator Mohammed Bin Salman in the White House, it's clear Trump can be bought by anyone. Steve Schmidt reacts to this meeting and highlights the corruption in Trump's regime and beyond. Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeStore: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scotland have secured their place in the football World Cup for the first time in 28 years.In the US, politicians have voted to approve a bill forcing the release of files relating to child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.And we explain why President Trump's hosting of the Saudi Arabian crown prince is controversial.Plus, could the UK defend itself in an attack? A new report suggests not.Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes.

Hour 1 of the Wednesday morning show, on Pres. Trump's warm meeting with a supportive Saudi Arabian leader. Allies, yes. But can we really trust any ally? Looking out for America, first, and the biggest stories for 11-19-25

If care is not taken, only 50,000 Nigerians may be allowed to perform Hajj in 2026.The Saudi Arabian government has reportedly decided to reduce Nigeria's quota from about 95,000 to 66,910  a significant cut that has sent shockwaves through the country's Muslim community.For decades, Nigeria has ranked among the nations with the highest number of pilgrims to the Holy Land. But in recent years, the numbers have been dropping and with each new Hajj season, the chances of securing a slot seem to get slimmer.From exchange rate instability to late remittances by state pilgrims' boards, under-utilised allocations, and new Saudi health and security standards the list of challenges continues to grow.But beyond the figures and official explanations, there are deeper questions:What exactly is behind this steady decline?How is it affecting those who have saved for years to fulfil this sacred duty?And what does it mean for tour operators, state officials, and the spiritual life of Muslims in Nigeria?

In this week's episode, we revisit one of our early podcasts with Josh Ralston (A lecturer in Christian-Muslim relations at Edinburgh University) to discuss Saudi Arabia's involvement in the game of golf. What is their goal, and what does it mean for the game?Follow us on socials:On Instagram: @officialtop100On Twitter: @top100golf

Mikey and Ty are back with some bad news… our new sponsor Stiiizy 40s is forcing us to bring on a new cohost. I know what you're thinking, don't we already have a half a dozen? Yes, we thought that too, but it's out of our hands. We go over our options, prepare for the upcoming Saudi Arabian comedy festival, using Spotify Messenger and much much more!

Episode 213 - Oct. 26th, 2025 - Prop Bets & Time Running Out - Violations Counter - Walt - 49, Intence - 2, Ceddy - 23 - Cereal Debate  - Life is Lifing with the GUYS  - APOL1 Gene  - Illegal Gambling Crackdown by The Feds  - Video Game Culture  - Riyadh Comedy Festival Comedians Recap  - A U.S. Governor wins $1.4M playing BlackJack  - 21 Year Old Keon King Charged for the murder of 23 Year Old Kada Scott  - Former OSU Official son spared from Prison after Sexual Assault case, The Jesse Mack Butler Story (Crystal Waters, Ok)  - Oklahoma High School returns championship after a Mishap in the Championship game  - Wise Guy Segment - Some stories have to go to the GRAVE. @thej.c.cartershow interviews A WOMEN'S INSANE PAST  - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZogU29sy6A Slept with a Homeless Man  - Audible: Former SNAP Benefiter is CRITICIZING people for getting SNAP BENEFITS & our RECAP  - RnBLandNYC - RnBLandNYC Tickets

Air Date 10/15/2025 It's said that money can't buy a variety of things like peace, happiness, loyalty, and, relevant for today; integrity and trust. But in a world in which impressions (a very multilayered word, in this case) can be bought and sold on the open market and an audience's loyalty to influencers, entertainers, and athletes can be leveraged in an attempt to transfer the credibility from the talented to the tyrannical... you better believe places like Saudi Arabia and Israel are going to try. Be part of the show! Leave us a message or text at 202-999-3991, message us on Signal at the handle bestoftheleft.01, or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Full Show Notes Check out our new show, SOLVED! on YouTube! BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Use our links to shop Bookshop.org and Libro.fm for a non-evil book and audiobook purchasing experience! Join our Discord community! KEY POINTS KP 1: How We Stopped Caring About "Selling Out" - Current Affairs - Air Date 8-18-25 KP 2: Comedians Hold NOTHING Back While RIPPING Fellow Comics to Shreds - TYT Sports - Air Date 10-1-25 KP 3: A New Form of Capitalism: The Influencer Culture | Al Jazeera Untangles - Al Jazeera English - Air Date 8-21-25 KP 4: Why I Became a Crypto Shill - Adam Conover - Air Date 5-23-25 KP 5: The Secret Role Of Influencers In Global Propaganda - Taylor Lorenz's Power User - Air Date 9-24-25 KP 6: US and Saudi Arabia Sign 'biggest Arms Deal in History' - DW News - Air Date 5-13-25 (00:48:45) NOTE FROM THE EDITOR Explaining that influencers are just infomercial hosts DEEPER DIVES (00:55:11) SECTION A: SELL OUTS & SHILLS A1: Comedy's "Free Speech" Warriors - Side Burns - Air Date 10-5-25 A2: He Just Keeps Making It Worse - American Redact - Air Date 10-7-25 A3: Dave Chappelle Is Doing Saudi Arabia's Propaganda For Them | Eb Knows Pod #259 - Eb&Flow - Air Date 10-6-25 A4: When Movie Stars Become Brands - Patrick (H) Willems - Air Date 11-24-23 (01:35:50) SECTION B: INFLUENCERS B1: These YouTubers Do PROPAGANDA for the Saudi Government - The Kavernacle - Air Date 10-7-25 B2: Israel and US Pay Influencers Thousands to Boost Image - TRT World - Air Date 10-7-25 B3: MAGA TikTokers Are Being Paid by Israel to Make the WORST Propaganda Youll Ever See - The Humanist Report - Air Date 10-2-25 (01:58:52) SECTION C: SAUDI ARABIA BUYING SOFT & HARD POWER C1: Why Manchester Citys Scandal Is Really About Power - Search Party - Air Date 2-11-25 C2: How the Saudis Ended up with so Many American Weapons - Vox - Air Date 12-14-18 C3: How Saudi Arabia Bought Trump - And What They Want - More Perfect Union - Air Date 1-22-25 C4: Why Saudi Arabia Wants All the Sports - Search Party - Air Date 10-23-24 SHOW IMAGE CREDITS Description: Composite image of a microphone in a spotlight against a red curtain with burlap sacks overflowing with money at the base with the Israeli and Saudi Arabian flags on them. Credit: Internal composite design. Multiple images from Pixabay | Pixabay License   Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Listen Anywhere! BestOfTheLeft.com/Listen Listen Anywhere! Follow BotL: Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | X Like at Facebook.com/BestOfTheLeft Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com

The gang talks about selling out and hiring fuckable personal chefs after a Saudi Arabian company buys EA. We also chat about Doug Bowser stepping down at Nintendo and being replaced by DEH-VAWN, our top 5 metroidvanias, HADES MOTHERFUCKING TWO, and Silent Hill F. We also hear Greg's final thoughts on Hollow Knight and Aaron's final thoughts on Shinobi.

Saudi Arabia has been a hot topic in the footy world the last several years. Big name signings. Premier League team ownership. World Cup 2034 hosting. But what is the football scene in Saudi Arabia actually like? In this episode, Colin sits down with Lee Galvin of Matchstay, who traveled to Jeddah and Riyadh to experience the Saudi Pro League for himself. From the myths and misconceptions to the world-class players, matchday vibes, and the impact of a no-alcohol culture, Lee shares how it compares to Europe—and why more fans might want to see it for themselves. Foot(y)notes: Saudi Arabia's World Cup 2034 promotional website: https://saudi2034.com.sa/ Get a more Saudi perspective on the Saudi Pro League with the recent Netflix series: https://www.netflix.com/title/81783473 …or just watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ivIYBD4tfQ Despite no alcohol, Saudi fans can still get rowdy and aggressive—Saudi style! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4K0z23ppOkE More info on the Saudi university program Lee mentioned: https://www.universityworldnews.com/post.php?story=20151208190817896    04:37 | The inspiration (and price) for a trip to Saudi 07:48 | Saudi geography and Pro League teams 11:01 | Saudi stadiums and matchday atmosphere 16:06 | The alcohol myth busted 19:11 | Getting to the game and navigating around Saudi Arabian cities 25:57 | The hardest thing to deal with as a Westerner 32:35 | Out of grounds options in Saudi Arabia 38:42 | How to get tickets tothe Saudi Pro League 41:50 | Lee's other international footy travels

HEADLINE: Implications for Delhi of the Pakistan-Saudi Arabian Handshake GUEST NAME: Sadanand DhumeSUMMARY: John Batchelor speaks with Sadanand Dhume about Pakistan-Saudi Arabian relations. This development concerns Delhi, which has maintained close ties with Saudi Arabia through trade and counterterrorism cooperation. As Pakistan remains an adversary, any strengthening of Riyadh-Islamabad relations is viewed with suspicion and concern in New Delhi. 1865 ISLAMABAD

Hello everyone, welcome to another episode of WASD & BEYOND!This week, Nick and Evan discuss EA selling to the highest bidder, the Saudi Arabian government... tune in.Thank you, Final Boss, for sponsoring the show. Please check out Final Boss on all social media platforms and their website! Wear the best merch in gaming. Wear FINAL BOSS.If you enjoyed the episode, please consider following us, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts, and rating us on Spotify!If you're looking for a place to be yourself and make new friends, why not join the Spawn Camp Discord?Art by Noah of NMDesignPlease consider supporting all our talented friends!Links Below!SCREAMBOXhttps://www.screambox.com/offers/sb38NOAH | NMDESIGN https://linktr.ee/official_nmdesignDISCORDhttps://discord.gg/tSsXeXvrWASD & BEYOND Podcasthttps://linktr.ee/WasdbeyondFINAL BOSS https://www.finalbosscult.co.uk/ https://twitter.com/finalbosscultDOC LONGY https://www.instagram.com/doc.longy/ https://www.locdongy.com/

PREVIEW HEADLINE: Implications for Delhi of the Pakistan-Saudi Arabian Handshake GUEST NAME: Sadanand Dhume 50 WORD SUMMARY: John Bachelor speaks with Sadanand Dhume about Pakistan-Saudi Arabian relations. This development concerns Delhi, which has maintained close ties with Saudi Arabia through trade and counterterrorism cooperation. As Pakistan remains an adversary, any strengthening of Riyadh-Islamabad relations is viewed with suspicion and concern in New Delhi.

PREVIEW HEADLINE: Implications for Delhi of the Pakistan-Saudi Arabian Handshake GUEST NAME: Sadanand Dhume 50 WORD SUMMARY: John Bachelor speaks with Sadanand Dhume about Pakistan-Saudi Arabian relations. This development concerns Delhi, which has maintained close ties with Saudi Arabia through trade and counterterrorism cooperation. As Pakistan remains an adversary, any strengthening of Riyadh-Islamabad relations is viewed with suspicion and concern in New Delhi. 1922 MUMBAI

Matt and Bob are powered by Chuy and callers deliver them their favorite songs from fake bands. The guys talk about Bob's respect and they tackle the tough topic of comedians in Saudi Arabia with the help of Dr. Hotdog himself, Sawyer Stull.Support the show: https://www.klbjfm.com/mattandbobfm/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're not aware or caught up on the news of what the Saudi Arabian government is doing expanding so quickly and aggressively into the games and entertainment space, here's a full comprehensive breakdown of why Saudi Arabia is aggressively pushing its way into gaming and why the country's public investment fund was used to buyout Electronic Arts;

Choreographer and dancer Akram Khan took inspiration from the Nabataean tribes of the Saudi Arabian desert for his latest creation "Thikra: Night of Remembering", as he delves into regional traditions with Saudi artist Manal Al Dowayan. He tells us why staging an all-women production in the kingdom came naturally, despite taboos surrounding public performances and why his work has always been informed by a female gaze. We also discuss his life-changing collaboration with the late director Peter Brook and his upcoming projects as Khan tours his last production with the dance company he founded 25 years ago.

We have a jam-packed episode filled with industry news this week, among them being the fact that we are completely inundated with new game releases. Your hosts get philosophical (and a bit political!) as we cover this new phenomenon and try to map out what this means for the future of video games as a medium. We also cover all the Nintendo and gaming news such as Doug Bowser stepping down as the president of Nintendo of America, updates for Mario Kart World, GBA Nintendo Classics, and Drag x Drive, the huge right-wing and Saudi Arabian buyout of EA and much more. As always, we close with the games we've been playing. Listen to Super Switch Headz on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you enjoy podcasts. 0:00:00 Introduction 0:15:04 News and Rumors 1:05:27 Too Many Games! 1:37:26 Games We're Playing 1:51:11 Special Announcement Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWbF4gb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/switchheadz Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SuperSwitchHeadz/ Website: https://www.switchheadz.com/ Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SwitchHeadzClips

This week Ryan rants about Saudi Arabian money, the cruelty of sports as a hobby and why we lie to ourselves as a a people. Subscribe! E-Mail:RyanWoodspod@gmail.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Nu1XWTHMOjA9--Eb3Ry-ATwitter: https://twitter.com/Ryan_WoodssInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanwoodss/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IntoTheWoodspod/

A news workout blooper, a church attack in Michigan, Amy Kaufeldt saves a sport, a hurricane heads for the East Coast, a man admits to murder on live TV, a woman tries to stop ICE and drives into a lake, Theo Vonn crashes out during Netflix special, comedians and Saudi Arabian deals and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A news workout blooper, a church attack in Michigan, Amy Kaufeldt saves a sport, a hurricane heads for the East Coast, a man admits to murder on live TV, a woman tries to stop ICE and drives into a lake, Theo Vonn crashes out during Netflix special, comedians and Saudi Arabian deals and so much more!

Send us a textReal Housewives of Salt Lake City exclusive behind the scenes tea for S6 ep 1 and Ep 2 bombshells, the revelations expose Lisa Barlow's shocking financial scandal involving nearly $1 million in unpaid loans from multiple companies, including business partner Bart Carlson who funded her failed ventures while allegedly keeping secrets from husband John Barlow. I do a deep dive so you can understand what is really going on here. The explosive Season 6 behind-the-scenes tea reveals Whitney Rose's multi-level marketing company collapse tied to corrupt Soul People scheme, Mary Cosby's ongoing family crisis with son Robert Jr.'s drug addiction that has been going on alot longer then people think and recent domestic violence charges, plus Heather Gay's emotional breakdown about single motherhood exhaustion. But the real scandal drops when Lisa Barlow confronts new housewife Bronwyn Newport in an epic charity event showdown. Meanwhile, I deliver a shocking deep-dive into newly declassified 9-11 documents revealing alleged CIA cover-ups, Saudi Arabian intelligence connections to hijackers including Omar al-Bayoumi's suspicious activities, and explosive FBI whistleblower testimony from ex-agent Mark Rossini about how the government may have accidentally enabled terrorists Nawaf Al-Hazmi and Khalid Al-Mihdhar through a botched recruitment operation that cost 2,977 American lives. All centered around the ongoing lawsuit filed by the victims of 9/11 against the Saudi Arabian Government!Full Episode is here https://www.patreon.com/DishingDramaWithDanaWilkeyReal Housewives of Salt Lake City & 9-11 Investigation Time Codes(0:44) EXPLOSIVE double bombshell: Real Housewives Season 6 scandals + 9-11 government cover-up exposed!(5:19) SHOCKING secret producer reveal - Lisa Barlow contract renegotiation.(8:51) Lisa Barlow's 5 active lawsuits for secretly taking men's money behind husband's back.... 6 loans the Barlows have not paid!(16:26) MILLION-DOLLAR loan scandal - Lisa's jaw-dropping unpaid debt to multiple men exposed!(29:54) Whitney Rose MLM CORRUPTION bombshell - Soul People scheme collapse with doctored studies!(35:16) Mary Cosby's son DOMESTIC VIOLENCE arrest - Robert Jr.'s shocking September 2024 charges and drug use track record! the Church.(42:01) EPIC charity event SHOWDOWN - Bronwyn Newport vs Lisa: "At least I don't have five lawsuits!"(46:09) Ex-FBI agent Mark Rossini EXPLOSIVE testimony on massive 9-11 cover-up and Lawsuit taken by the 9/11 victims against Saudi Arabia.(57:08) CIA BLOCKS FBI warning about terrorists Nawaf Al-Hazmi and Khalid Al-Mihdhar!(1:01:19) Richard CSupport the showDana is on Cameo!Follow Dana: @Wilkey_Dana$25,000 Song - Apple Music$25,000 Song - SpotifyTo support the show and listen to full episodes, become a member on PatreonTo learn more about sponsorships, email DDDWpodcast@gmail.comDana's YouTube Channel

0:00 - Next year, there will be a flag football tournament in Saudi Arabia. Sean Payton will be one of the head coaches, and Tom Brady is coming out of retirement to play in it. Remember when everyone was destroying LIV Golf for taking oil blood money or whatever? Well well well. How the turn tables...12:51 - Greenlaw is still on the injury report...should we start to get worried about him? Or is this to be expected, considering his injury?30:46 - Frank Seravalli says the Avs have gone full circle. They're in the same situation with Marty Necas as they were with Mikko Rantanen last year. Turns out, Moser didn't like that take. Surprise surprise. 

Mut has had a good first week (1:30). Mintzy went on ESPN during Wake Up Barstool and Dave says he needs to now run all media appearances by him (2:45). Dave talks Pizza Fest, meeting Bosco's family and Dante The Don dropping out of DJing (6:00). Brady is getting paid $75,000,000 to play in a Saudi Arabian flag football league (12:00). Dave calls Mr.Beast a weird dude (18:30). Clips of Dave on last week's show were taken out of context, the Defiant L's account apologized but won't come on the show (20:00). Dave and Turtleboy went back and forth over the firing of a Texas Tech Viceroy (23:45). Dave fired the GM of the Barstool Philly bar (29:30). Kirk is on an episode of Dateline Friday night about the murder of Sandra Birchmore (34:15). The USGA gave clarity to Big Cat's golf shot on the Writer Cup (35:00). Robert Redford passed away (39:45). The Critical Thinking Club (40:30). Ken Rosenthal looked like an asshole (43:45).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/unnamedshow

The debate is heating up: Who truly has the top tier title in Tekken 8? We dive into the brewing conflict between legends Arslan Ash and Holy Knee over the game's best character. Plus, we're not stopping there—we'll analyze the rising stars in other games, from Izumi's dominance in Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes and Lucy's surprising power in Guilty Gear Strive, to Ken's reign in City of the Wolves and the potential for Sagat's return in Street Fighter 6.In esports news, we've got the inside scoop on the confusing launch of the Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls online beta, where seemingly no one got keys! We'll also get you ready for the upcoming 2XKO open beta starting September 9th.And the beef isn't just about characters! We'll cover the hilarious and unexpected Tekken 8 rivalry brewing between musician T-Pain and top player NEYO.In major industry-shaking news, we break down the shocking acquisition of the Evolution Championship Series (Evo) by the Saudi Arabian esports company Qiddiya and gather the community's immediate reaction.Finally, we give a shoutout to a successful regional as we wrap up Cream City Convergence 2025.It's a packed episode you won't want to miss! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for all your FGC news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The debate is heating up: Who truly has the top tier title in Tekken 8? We dive into the brewing conflict between legends Arslan Ash and Holy Knee over the game's best character. Plus, we're not stopping there—we'll analyze the rising stars in other games, from Izumi's dominance in Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes and Lucy's surprising power in Guilty Gear Strive, to Ken's reign in City of the Wolves and the potential for Sagat's return in Street Fighter 6.In esports news, we've got the inside scoop on the confusing launch of the Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls online beta, where seemingly no one got keys! We'll also get you ready for the upcoming 2XKO open beta starting September 9th.And the beef isn't just about characters! We'll cover the hilarious and unexpected Tekken 8 rivalry brewing between musician T-Pain and top player NEYO.In major industry-shaking news, we break down the shocking acquisition of the Evolution Championship Series (Evo) by the Saudi Arabian esports company Qiddiya and gather the community's immediate reaction. Finally, we give a shoutout to a successful regional as we wrap up Cream City Convergence 2025.It's a packed episode you won't want to miss! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for all your FGC news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Four Horsemen, the crew dives into some of the most controversial esports stories. The show kicks off with an in-depth investigation into the Saudi-backed Esports World Cup “Superfan” program, revealing allegations of staged crowds, favoritism toward Falcons Esports, and censorship of fan signs and chants.  From there, the discussion shifts to the Fighting Game Community (FGC) and the bombshell news that Evo – the FGC's flagship event – is now owned by a Saudi Arabian mega-city project, raising questions about competitive integrity, cultural values, and sportswashing. Central to this debate is SonicFox, one of the most famous and outspoken figures in the FGC, whose decision to continue competing at Evo sparks heated debate about activism, collaboration, and the realities of esports under authoritarian influence.  The second half of the show focuses on Dota 2's unprecedented drama, as Gaimin Gladiators withdraw from The International (TI) despite holding a direct invite. The hosts examine the contractual disputes between the players and the organization, the legal standoff that cost them esports' most prestigious tournament slot, and the long-term impact on both the players' legacies and the org's relationship with Valve. Packed with insider knowledge, unfiltered opinions, and hard-hitting esports news, this episode is a must-watch for anyone invested in the future of FGC, Evo, SonicFox, and the shifting landscape of competitive gaming.  Last Free Nation's new collaboration t-shirt with Into the AM is out now! Equip yourself with this high-quality shirt (featuring a familiar insignia) now! While you're there, you can also shop the Into the AM Labor Day Sale! Items are up to 50% sitewide until the 7th of September. This is in addition to the 10% off you always get by using our link: https://intotheam.com/LFN-tee2  Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/horsemen TODAY to get 20% off sitewide!  Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code HORSEMEN at shopmando.com!  Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HORSEMEN and use code HORSEMEN and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! 

Nottingham Forest drew 0-0 Saudi Arabian side Al Qadsiah in their final pre-season friendly at the City Ground to make it five goalless draws out of seven friendlies. We'll discuss the game in full as well as the latest transfer news. Ben Jacobs and Alex Crook of talkSport say Forest are keen on Ipswich left-back Leif Davis while The Sun have claimed the Reds are keen to sign Ademola Lookman from Atalanta despite his desire to join Inter Milan. Finally there have been some interesting social media rumours that James McAtee will sign from Manchester City soon. Matt Davies is joined by Chief in Chicago, Paul Morley and potentially Mark Sutherns. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Paul is here to react to the breaking news that Darwin Nunez is set to leave Liverpool after 3 seasons to join Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mountains, meridians, rivers, and borders--these are some of the features that divide the world on our maps and in our minds. But geography is far less set in stone than we might believe, and, as Maxim Samson's Earth Shapers contends, in our relatively short time on this planet, humans have become experts at fundamentally reshaping our surroundings. From the Qhapaq Ñan, the Inca's "great road," and Mozambique's colonial railways to a Saudi Arabian smart city, and from Korea's sacred Baekdu-daegan mountain range and the Great Green Wall in Africa to the streets of Chicago, Samson explores how we mold the world around us. And how, as we etch our needs onto the natural landscape, we alter the course of history. These fascinating stories of connectivity show that in our desire to make geographical connections, humans have broken through boundaries of all kinds, conquered treacherous terrain, and carved up landscapes. We crave linkages, and though we do not always pay attention to the in-between, these pathways--these ways of "earth shaping," in Samson's words--are key to understanding our relationship with the planet we call home. An immense work of cultural geography touching on ecology, sociology, history, and politics, Earth Shapers argues that, far from being constrained by geography, we are instead its creators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network