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We've reached the end of the year, and with 2026 coming into view, now is the perfect time to review the best of the best from 2025. In this week's episode, co-hosts Bruce Miller and Terry Lipshetz share their favorite movies and television shows from the year. Not only will their picks help you get ready for the Golden Globes and Oscars, but there are plenty of unique choices to help you enjoy the offbeat along the way. About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is the retired editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY

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On today's episode: US drivers are seeing lower gas prices this holiday season. NORAD continues decades-long tradition of tracking Santa's trip around the world. A century of sound historic bells mark 100th Christmas in NYC. Bethlehem is ready for Christmas Eve. Turkey shoot a holiday tradition, with no ruffled feathers. Most US adults aren't making year-end charitable contributions, new AP-NORC poll finds. Giant lazy Susans bring people together at Mississippi restaurant. A look at aging baby boomers in the United States. US and Ukraine reach consensus on key issues, but territorial disputes remain unresolved. '60 Minutes' segment on El Salvador prison accidentally airs online. Supreme Court keeps Trump’s National Guard deployment blocked in the Chicago area, for now. Trump critic George Conway takes steps to run for New York City congressional seat. Former Nebraska US Sen. Ben Sasse reveals advanced pancreatic cancer diagnosis. Medicaid paid more than $207 million for dead people. A new law could help fix that. Pope disappointed over approval of assisted suicide legislation in his home state of Illinois. FBI says Lyft driver terrorized by escaped Georgia inmates before she was rescued in Florida. Colorado man extradited from UK to New York to face Ponzi scheme allegations. Explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home traps people inside, authorities say. Boys at her school shared AI-generated, nude images of her. After a fight, she was the one expelled. S&P 500 closes at another record, beating the high it set earlier this month. US economy expands at a surprisingly strong 4.3% annual rate in the third quarter. Consumer confidence slides in December to lowest level since US tariffs rolled out in April. A top star defects from golf's most controversial league; a legendary Japanese golfer dies; a rout in an NHL Original Six rivalry; former teammates battle in a key NBA clash; the league’s defending champs suffer a third loss in five games and NFL Pro Bowl rosters are announced. Ravens, Broncos, 49ers and Seahawks lead the way with 6 players selected to Pro Bowl. Here's a look at the premier sports matchups on Christmas Day. Missouri linebacker Damon Wilson II accuses Georgia of illegal punishment in transfer portal lawsuit. Pro-Russian hackers claim cyberattack on French postal service. Search teams probe wreckage after Libyan army chief and 7 others are killed in Turkey plane crash. Libya's military chief and 4 others are killed in a plane crash after takeoff from Turkey Tuesday. Greta Thunberg arrested in London while supporting hunger-striking pro-Palestinian activists. Israeli settlers spray Palestinian children with teargas in latest West Bank attack. Ex-aide says Netanyahu tasked him with making a plan to evade responsibility for Oct. 7 attack. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Rob Reiner's tragic death marks the end of a remarkable career that brought us beloved films from "This is Spinal Tap" to "Stand by Me" to "The Princess Bride" to "A Few Good Men," just to name a few. And of course, beyond filmmaking, Reiner will be remembered for his most iconic comedic role as Mike Stivic (or Meathead as father-in-law Archie Bunker called him) on "All in the Family." On this episode, co-hosts Bruce Miller and Terry Lipshetz discuss Reiner's legacy, including his most memorable films and appearances. Then, Miller shares an interview he had with Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, stars of the new film "Song Sung Blue," which could be this year's go-to movie during the holiday season. And to wrap up, the hosts discuss some of their favorite Christmas movies of all time. About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is the retired editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY

On today's episode: Brown University police chief placed on leave after fatal shooting, feds launch investigation. Hundreds mourn Brown University sophomore Ella Cook, killed in campus shooting. At least 5 killed after Mexican Navy plane on medical mission crashes in Texas. Schumer urges Senate to take legal action over Justice Department’s staggered Epstein files release. Powerball jackpot soars to $1.7 billion after another night with no big winner. Kansas City Chiefs announce they will leave Arrowhead and relocate across the Kansas-Missouri border. US strikes another alleged drug-smuggling boat in eastern Pacific. Trump warns Maduro against playing 'tough' as US escalates pressure campaign on Venezuela. Trump announces plans for new Navy 'battleship'. 21 Democratic-led states sue White House over consumer protection bureau funding. Coast Guard is pursuing another tanker helping Venezuela skirt sanctions, US official says. Trump administration pauses 5 offshore wind projects on the East Coast. Singer-songwriter Chris Rea, known for 'Driving Home for Christmas,' dies at 74. Cloudy future for bourbon has Jim Beam closing Kentucky distillery for a year. Boys at her school shared AI-generated, nude images of her. After a fight, she was the one expelled. Search is on for 3 inmates, including a murder suspect, who escaped from a Georgia jail. US stocks rise at the start of a holiday-shortened week. A quarterback’s career day leads his team to a fifth straight win on Monday Night Football, a notable NFL franchise will cross state lines for a new stadium, a star wideout is suspended for a fan altercation, an NBA rookie sets a 3-point record and the latest AP Top 25 poll in men’s college hoops. It's been 50 years since a lawyer's decision unlocked free agency in MLB and changed sports forever. Major Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine kills at least 3 people and cuts power. The killing of a general in Moscow follows a series of assassinations Russia blames on Ukraine. Bondi Beach shooting suspect conducted firearms training with his father, Australian police say. Turkish agents capture an IS member on the Afghan-Pakistan border. Cyberattack disrupts France's postal service and banking during Christmas rush. Pope offers gentle critique of Vatican culture in Christmas greeting reminiscent of past. Denmark insists on respect for territorial integrity after Trump appoints envoy to Greenland. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Top Trump administration official defends partial release of Epstein files as Democrats cry foul. Nicki Minaj surprises conservatives with praise for Trump, Vance at Arizona event. Russian general killed by bomb under his car in Moscow. Coast Guard is pursuing another tanker helping Venezuela skirt sanctions, US official says. This holiday season could set a record for travel according to AAA. Trump removes nearly 30 career diplomats from ambassadorial positions. Russia says talks on US peace plan for Ukraine 'are proceeding constructively'. Hegseth announces operation to 'eliminate' Islamic State fighters in Syria after deaths of Americans. Trump announces lower drug price deals with 9 pharmaceutical companies. 09 Justice Department begins releasing long-awaited files tied to Epstein sex trafficking investigation. Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.6 billion, among largest lottery prizes ever in U.S.. Brown attack suspect died the two days before his body was found, autopsy finds. Stocks rise on Wall Street as AI stocks turn higher again. NTSB unclear who was at controls in jet crash that killed ex-NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and 6 others. Anthony Joshua knocks out Jake Paul in 6th round to win heavyweight fight. A former No. 1 pick shines to help snap the NFL’s longest winning streak, a second-year QB guides his team into to the playoffs, a multi-time MVP exits with an injury, results from the College Football Playoff’s opening weekend, a 302-point NBA game, an NHL franchise record is set and an international baseball star signs in Chicago. Los Angeles Angels settles lawsuit with family of pitcher Tyler Skaggs over fatal overdose. Thousands cheer as the sun rises on winter solstice at Stonehenge. Multiple gunmen open fire at a South African pub, killing 9 and wounding 10. Élysée Palace silver steward arrested for stealing thousands of euros' worth of silverware. Israel's Cabinet approves 19 new Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank. Russian strike on Odesa kills 8 as US hosts a Kremlin envoy for talks on peace plan. Pope Leo summons world's cardinals for a key assembly to help him govern the church. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

John Granger Attempts to Convince Nick (and You!) That The Hallmarked Man will be Considered the Best of the Series.We review our take-away impressions from our initial reading of The Hallmarked Man. Although we enjoyed it, especially John's incredible prediction of Robin's ectopic pregnancy, neither of us came away thinking this was the finest book in the series. For Nick, this was a surprise, as enthusiastic J. K. Rowling fan that he is other than Career of Evil every book he has read has been his favourite. Using an innovative analysis of the character pairs surrounding both Cormoran and Robin, John argues that we can't really appreciate the artistry of book number eight until we consider its place in the series. Join John and Nick as they review the mysteries that remain to be resolved and how The Hallmarked Man sets readers up for shocking reveals in Strike 9 and 10!Why Troubled Blood is the Best Strike Novel:* The Pillar Post Collection of Troubled Blood Posts at HogwartsProfessor by John Granger, Elizabeth Baird-Hardy, Louise Freeman, Beatrice Groves, and Nick JefferyTroubled Blood and Faerie Queene: The Kanreki ConversationBut What If We Judge Strike Novels by a Different Standard than Shed Artifice? What About Setting Up the ‘Biggest Twist' in Detective Fiction History?* If Rowling is to be judged by the ‘shock' of the reveals in Strike 10, then The Hallmarked Man, the most disappointing book in the series even to many Serious Strikers, will almost certainly be remembered as the book that set up the finale with the greatest technical misdirection while playing fair.* The ending must be a shock, one that readers do not see coming, BUT* The author must provide the necessary clues and pointers repeatedly and emphatically lest the reader feel cheated at the point of revelation.* If the Big Mysteries of the series are to be solved with the necessary shock per both Russian Formalist and Perennialist understanding, then the answers to be revealed in the final two Strike novels, Books Two and Three of the finale trilogy, should be embedded in The Hallmarked Man.* Rowling on Playing Fair with Readers:The writer says that she wanted to extend the shelf of detective fiction without breaking it. “Part of the appeal and fascination of the genre is that it has clear rules. I'm intrigued by those rules and I like playing with them. Your detective should always lay out the information fairly for the reader, but he will always be ahead of the game. In terms of creating a character, I think Cormoran Strike conforms to certain universal rules but he is very much of this time.* On the Virtue of ‘Penetration' in Austen, Dickens, and Rowling* Rowling on the Big Twist' in Austen's Emma:“I have never set up a surprise ending in a Harry Potter book without knowing I can never, and will never, do it anywhere near as well as Austen did in Emma.”What are the Key Mysteries of the Strike series?Nancarrow FamilyWhy did Leda and Ted leave home in Cornwall as they did?Why did Ted and Joan not “save” Strike and Lucy?Was Leda murdered or did she commit suicide?If she was murdered, who dunit?If she commited suicide, why did she do it?What happened to Switch Whittaker?Cormoran StrikeIs Jonny Rokeby his biological father?What SIB case was he investigating when he was blown up?Was he the father of Charlotte's lost baby? If not, then who was?Why has he been so unstable in his relations with women post Charlotte Campbell?Charlotte CampbellWhy did her mother hate her so much?What was her relationship with her three step-fathers? Especially Dino LongcasterWho was the father of her lost child?Was the child intentionally aborted or was it a miscarriage?What was written in her “suicide note”?Was Charlotte murdered or did she commit suicide?If she was murdered, who done it?If she committed suicide, why did she do it?What happened to the billionaire lover?What clues do we get in Hallmarked Man that would answer these questions?- Strike 8 - Greatest Hits of Strikes 1-7: compilation, concentration of perumbration in series as whole* Decima/Lion - incest* Rupert's biological father not his father of record (Dino)* Sacha Legard a liar with secrets* Ryan Murphy working a plan off-stage - Charlotte's long gameStrike about ‘Pairings' in Lethal WhiteStrike continued to pore over the list of names as though he might suddenly see something emerging out of his dense, spiky handwriting, the way unfocused eyes may spot the 3D image hidden in a series of brightly colored dots. All that occurred to him, however, was the fact that there was an unusual number of pairs connected to Chiswell's death: couples—Geraint and Della, Jimmy and Flick; pairs of full siblings—Izzy and Fizzy, Jimmy and Billy; the duo of blackmailing collaborators—Jimmy and Geraint; and the subsets of each blackmailer and his deputy—Flick and Aamir. There was even the quasi-parental pairing of Della and Aamir. This left two people who formed a pair in being isolated within the otherwise close-knit family: the widowed Kinvara and Raphael, the unsatisfactory, outsider son.Strike tapped his pen unconsciously against the notebook, thinking. Pairs. The whole business had begun with a pair of crimes: Chiswell's blackmail and Billy's allegation of infanticide. He had been trying to find the connection between them from the start, unable to believe that they could be entirely separate cases, even if on the face of it their only link was in the blood tie between the Knight brothers.Part Two, Chapter 52Key Relationship Pairings in Cormoran Strike:Who Killed Leda Strike?To Rowling-Galbraith's credit, credible arguments in dedicated posts have been made that every person in the list below was the one who murdered Leda Strike. Who do you think did it?* Jonny Rokeby and the Harringay Crime Syndicate (Heroin Dark Lord 2.0),* Ted Nancarrow (Uncle Ted Did It),* Dave Polworth,* Leda Strike (!),* Lucy Fantoni (Lucy and Joan Did It and here),* Sir Randolph Whittaker,* Nick Herbert,* Peter Gillespie, and* Charlotte Campbell-RossScripted Ten Questions:1. So, Nick, back when we first read Hallmarked Man we said that there were four things we knew for sure would be said about Strike 8 in the future. Do you remember what they were?2. And, John, you've been thinking about the ‘Set-Up' idea and how future Rowling Readers will think of Hallmarked Man, even that they will think of it as the best Strike novel. I thought that was Troubled Blood by consensus. What's made you change your mind?3. So, Nick, yes, Troubled Blood I suspect will be ranked as the best of series, even best book written by Rowling ever, but, if looked at as the book that served the most critical place in setting up the finale, I think Hallmarked Man has to be considered better in that crucial way than Strike 5, better than any Strike novel. Can you think of another Strike mystery that reviews specific plot points and raises new aspects of characters and relationships the way Strike 8 does?4. Are you giving Hallmarked Man a specific function with respect to the last three books than any of the others? If so, John, what is that exactly and what evidence do we have that in Rowling's comments about reader-writer obligations and writer ambitions?5. Nick, I think Hallmarked Man sets us up to answer the Key mysteries that remain, that the first seven books left for the final three to answer. I'm going to organize those unresolved questions into three groups and challenge you to think of the ones I'm missing, especially if I'm missing a category.6. If I understand the intention of your listing these remaining questions, John, your saying that the restatement of specific plot points and characters from the first seven Strike novels in Hallmarked Man points to the possible, even probable answers to those questions. What specifically are the hallmarks in this respect of Hallmarked Man?7. If you take those four points, Nick, and revisit the mysteries lists in three categories, do you see how Rowling hits a fairness point with respect to clueing readers into what will no doubt be shocking answers to them if they're not looking for the set-ups?8. That's fun, Nick, but there's another way at reaching the same conclusions, namely, charting the key relationships of Strike and Ellacott to the key family, friends, and foes in their lives and how they run in pairs or parallel couplets (cue PPoint slides).9. Can we review incest and violence against or trafficking of young women in the Strike series? Are those the underpinning of the majority of the mysteries that remain in the books?10. Many Serious Strikers and Gonzo Galbraithians hated Striuke 8 because Hallmarked Man failed to meet expectations. In conclusion, do you think, Nick, that this argument that the most recent Strike-Ellacott adventure is the best because of how it sets us up for the wild finish to come will be persuasive -- or just annoying?On Imagination as Transpersonal Faculty and Non-Liturgical Sacred ArtThe Neo-Iconoclasm of Film (and Other Screened Adaptations): Justin requested within his question for an expansion of my allusion to story adaptations into screened media as a “neo-iconoclasm.” I can do that here briefly in two parts. First, by urging you to read my review of the first Hunger Games movie adaptation, ‘Gamesmakers Hijack Story: Capitol Wins Again,' in which I discussed at post's end how ‘Watching Movies is a a Near Sure Means to Being Hijacked by Movie Makers.' In that, I explain via an excerpt from Jerry Mander's Four Arguments for the Elimination of Television, the soul corrosive effects of screened images.Second, here is a brief introduction to the substance of the book I am working on.Rowling is a woman of profound contradictions. On the one hand, like all of us she is the walking incarnation of her Freudian family romance per Paglia, the ideas and blindspots of the age in which we live, with the peculiar individual prejudices and preferences and politics of her upbringing, education, and life experiences, especially the experiences we can call crises and consequent core beliefs, aversions, and desires. Rowling acknowledges all this, and, due to her CBT exercises and one assumes further talking therapy, she is more conscious of the elephant she is riding and pretending to steer than most of her readers.She points to this both in asides she make in her tweets and public comments but also in her descriptive metaphor of how she writes. The ‘Lake' of that metaphor, the alocal place within her from her story ideas and inspiration spring, is her “muse,” the word for superconscious rather than subconscious ideas that she used in her 2007 de la Cruz interview. She consciously recognizes that, despite her deliberate reflection on her PTSD, daddy drama, and idiosyncratic likes and dislikes, she still has unresolved issues that her non-conscious mind presents to her as story conflict for imaginative resolution.Her Lake is her persona well, the depths of her individual identity and a mask she wears.The Shed, in contrast, is the metaphorical place where Rowling takes the “stuff” given her by the creature in her Lake, the blobs of molten glass inspiration, to work it into proper story. The tools in this Shed are unusual, to say the least, and are the great markers of what makes Rowling unique among contemporary writers and a departure from, close to a contradiction of the artist you would expect to be born of her life experiences, formative crises, and education.Out of a cauldron potion made from listening to the Smiths, Siouxie and the Banshees, and The Clash, reading and loving Val McDermid, Roddy Doyle, and Jessica Mitford, and surviving a lower middle class upbringing with an emotionally barren homelife and Comprehensive education on the England-Wales border, you'd expect a Voldemort figure at Goblet of Fire's climax to rise rather than a writer who weaves archetypally rich myths of the soul's journey to perfection in the spirit with alchemical coloring and sequences, ornate chiastic structures, and a bevy of symbols visible only to the eye of the Heart.To understand Rowling, as she all but says in her Lake and Shed metaphor, one has to know her life story and experiences to “get” from where her inspiration bubbles up and, as important, you need a strong grasp of the traditionalist worldview and place of literature in it to appreciate the power of the tools she uses, especially how she uses them in combination.The biggest part of that is understanding the Perennialist definition of “Sacred Art.” I touched on this in a post about Rowling's beloved Christmas story, ‘Dante, Sacred Art, and The Christmas Pig.'Rowling has been publicly modest about the aims of her work, allowing that it would be nice to think that readers will be more empathetic after reading her imaginative fiction. Dante was anything but modest or secretive in sharing his self-understanding in the letter he wrote to Cangrande about The Divine Comedy: “The purpose of the whole work is to remove those living in this life from the state of wretchedness and to lead them to the state of blessedness.” His aim, point blank, was to create a work of sacred art, a category of writing and experience that largely exists outside our understanding as profane postmoderns, but, given Rowling's esoteric artistry and clear debts to Dante, deserves serious consideration as what she is writing as well.Sacred art, in brief, is representational work — painting, statuary, liturgical vessels and instruments, and the folk art of theocentric cultures in which even cutlery and furniture are means to reflection and transcendence of the world — that employ revealed forms and symbols to bring the noetic faculty or heart into contact with the supra-sensible realities each depicts. It is not synonymous with religious art; most of the art today that has a religious subject is naturalist and sentimental rather than noetic and iconographic, which is to say, contemporary artists imitate the creation of God as perceived by human senses rather than the operation of God in creation or, worse, create abstractions of their own internally or infernally generated ideas.Story as sacred art, in black to white contrast, is edifying literature and drama in which the soul's journey to spiritual perfection is portrayed for the reader or the audience's participation within for transformation from wretchedness to blessedness, as Dante said. As with the plastic arts, these stories employ traditional symbols of the revealed traditions in conformity with their understanding of cosmology, soteriology, and spiritual anthropology. The myths and folklore of the world's various traditions, ancient Greek drama, the epic poetry of Greece, Rome, and Medieval Europe, the parables of Christ, the plays of Shakespeare's later period, and the English high fantasy tradition from Coleridge to the Inklings speak this same symbolic language and relay the psychomachia experience of the human victory over death.Dante is a sacred artist of this type. As difficult as it may be to understand Rowling as a writer akin to Dante, Shakespeare, Homer, Virgil, Aeschylus, Spenser, Lewis, and Tolkien, her deployment of traditional symbolism and the success she enjoys almost uniquely in engaging and edifying readers of all ages, beliefs, and circumstances suggests this is the best way of understanding her work. Christmas Pig is the most obviously sacred art piece that Rowling has created to date. It is the marriage of Dantean depths and the Estecean lightness of Lewis Carroll's Alice books, about which more later.[For an introduction to reading poems, plays, and stories as sacred art, that is, allegorical depictions of the soul's journey to spiritual perfection that are rich in traditional symbolism, Ray Livingston's The Traditional Theory of Literature is the only book length text in print. Kenneth Oldmeadow's ‘Symbolism and Sacred Art' in his Traditionalism: Religion in the light of the Perennial Philosophy(102-113), ‘Traditional Art' in The Essential Seyyed Hossein Nasr(203-214), and ‘The Christian and Oriental, or True Philosophy of Art' in The Essential Ananda K. Coomaraswamy(123-152) explain in depth the distinctions between sacred and religious, natural, and humanist art. Martin Lings' The Sacred Art of Shakespeare: To Take Upon Us the Mystery of Things and Jennifer Doane Upton's two books on The Divine Comedy, Dark Way to Paradise and The Ordeal of Mercy are the best examples I know of reading specific works of literature as sacred art rather than as ‘stories with symbolic meaning' read through a profane and analytic lens.]‘Profane Art' from this view is “art for art's sake,” an expression of individual genius and subjective meaning that is more or less powerful. The Perennialist concern with art is less about gauging an artist's success in expressing his or her perception or its audience's response than with its conformity to traditional rules and its utility, both in the sense of practical everyday use and in being a means by which to be more human. Insofar as a work of art is good with respect to this conformity and edifying utility, it is “sacred art;” so much as it fails, it is “profane.” The best of modern art, even that with religious subject matter or superficially beautiful and in that respect edifying, is from this view necessarily profane.Sacred art differs from modern and postmodern conceptions of art most specifically, though, in what it is representing. Sacred art is not representing the natural world as the senses perceive it or abstractions of what the individual and subjective mind “sees,” but is an imitation of the Divine art of creation. The artist “therefore imitates nature not in its external forms but in its manner of operation as asserted so categorically by St. Thomas Aquinas [who] insists that the artist must not imitate nature but must be accomplished in ‘imitating nature in her manner of operation'” (Nasr 2007, 206, cf. “Art is the imitation of Nature in her manner of operation: Art is the principle of manufacture” (Summa Theologia Q. 117, a. I). Schuon described naturalist art which imitates God's creation in nature by faithful depiction of it, consequently, as “clearly luciferian.” “Man must imitate the creative act, not the thing created,” Aquinas' “manner of operation” rather than God's operation manifested in created things in order to produce ‘creations'which are not would-be duplications of those of God, but rather a reflection of them according to a real analogy, revealing the transcendental aspect of things; and this revelation is the only sufficient reason of art, apart from any practical uses such and such objects may serve. There is here a metaphysical inversion of relation [the inverse analogy connecting the principial and manifested orders in consequence of which the highest realities are manifested in their remotest reflections[1]]: for God, His creature is a reflection or an ‘exteriorized' aspect of Himself; for the artist, on the contrary, the work is a reflection of an inner reality of which he himself is only an outward aspect; God creates His own image, while man, so to speak, fashions his own essence, at least symbolically. On the principial plane, the inner manifests the outer, but on the manifested plane, the outer fashions the inner (Schuon 1953, 81, 96).The traditional artist, then, in imitation of God's “exteriorizing” His interior Logos in the manifested space-time plane, that is, nature, instead of depicting imitations of nature in his craft, submits to creating within the revealed forms of his craft, which forms qua intellections correspond to his inner essence or logos.[2] The work produced in imitation of God's “manner of operation” then resembles the symbolic or iconographic quality of everything existent in being a transparency whose allegorical and anagogical content within its traditional forms is relatively easy to access and a consequent support and edifying shock-reminder to man on his spiritual journey. The spiritual function of art is that “it exteriorizes truths and beauties in view of our interiorization… or simply, so that the human soul might, through given phenomena, make contact with the heavenly archetypes, and thereby with its own archetype” (Schuon 1995a, 45-46).Rowling in her novels, crafted with tools all taken from the chest of a traditional Sacred Artist, is writing non-liturgical Sacred Art. Films and all the story experiences derived of adaptations of imaginative literature to screened images, are by necessity Profane Art, which is to say per the meaning of “profane,” outside the temple or not edifying spiritually. Film making is the depiction of how human beings encounter the time-space world through the senses, not an imitation of how God creates and a depiction of the spiritual aspect of the world, a liminal point of entry to its spiritual dimension. Whence my describing it as a “neo-iconoclasm.”The original iconoclasts or “icon bashers” were believers who treasured sacred art but did not believe it could use images of what is divine without necessarily being blasphemous; after the incarnation of God as Man, this was no longer true, but traditional Christian iconography is anything but naturalistic. It could not be without becoming subjective and profane rather than being a means to spiritual growth and encounters. Western religious art from the Renaissance and Reformation forward, however, embraces profane imitation of the sense perceived world, which is to say naturalistic and as such the antithesis of sacred art. Film making, on religious and non-religious subjects, is the apogee of this profane art which is a denial of any and all of the parameters of Sacred art per Aquinas, traditional civilizations, and the Perennialists.It is a neo-iconoclasm and a much more pervasive and successful destruction of the traditional world-view, so much so that to even point out the profanity inherent to film making is to insure dismissal as some kind of “fundamentalist,” “Puritan,” or “religious fanatic.”Screened images, then, are a type of iconoclasm, albeit the inverse and much more subtle kind than the relatively traditional and theocentric denial of sacred images (the iconoclasm still prevalent in certain Reform Church cults, Judaism, and Islam). This neo-iconoclasm of moving pictures depicts everything in realistic, life-like images, everything, that is, except the sacred which cannot be depicted as we see and experience things. This exclusion of the sacred turns upside down the anti-naturalistic depictions of sacred persons and events in iconography and sacred art. The effect of this flood of natural pictures akin to what we see with our eyes is to compel the flooded mind to accept time and space created nature as the ‘most real,' even ‘the only real.' The sacred, by never being depicted in conformity with accepted supernatural forms, is effectively denied.Few of us spend much time in live drama theaters today. Everyone watches screened images on cineplex screens, home computers, and smart phones. And we are all, consequently, iconoclasts and de facto agnostics, I'm afraid, to greater and lesser degrees because of this immersion and repetitive learning from the predominant art of our secular culture and its implicit atheism.Contrast that with the imaginative experience of a novel that is not pornographic or primarily a vehicle of perversion and violence. We are obliged to generate images of the story in the transpersonal faculty within each of us called the imagination, one I think that is very much akin to conscience or the biblical ‘heart.' This is in essence an edifying exercise, unlike viewing photographic images on screens. That the novel appears at the dawn of the Modern Age and the beginning of the end of Western corporate spirituality, I think is no accident but a providential advent. Moving pictures, the de facto regime artistry of the materialist civilization in which we live, are the counter-blow to the novel's spiritual oxygen.That's the best I can manage tonight to offer something to Justin in response to more about the “neo-iconoclasm” of film This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/subscribe

Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: What Americans think about giving cash as holiday gifts, according to a new AP-NORC poll. US tariffs are having an uneven effect on holiday prices and purchases. A nightly tradition brings light and hope to children at Michigan hospital. Young conservative women find a home in Turning Point with Charlie Kirk's widow at the helm. DOJ vowed to punish those who disrupt Trump's immigration crackdown. Dozens of cases have crumbled. Along the Texas Coast, a new sanctuary aims to protect the endangered and rare whooping crane. More loons are filling Maine's lakes with their ghost-like calls. Rubio fields questions on Russia-Ukraine, Gaza and Venezuela at wide-ranging news conference. Justice Department will not release all its Jeffrey Epstein files Friday,, which is the deadline set in law. The Kennedy Center has started work on adding Donald Trump’s name to the building. Jury finds Judge Hannah Dugan guilty of obstruction for helping an immigrant evade federal agents. Dry needling is common around the NFL, and players aren't worried despite Watt's collapsed lung. How sewage can be used to heat and cool buildings. New York City is getting its first 3 Las Vegas-style casinos. Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use. Gaza amputees struggle to rebuild lives as the enclave faces shortages of prosthetic limbs. Millions are pledged to a Syrian Australian man who stopped a gunman and became a national hero. Louvre reopens fully after staff vote to suspend strike. Syria welcomes the permanent repeal of sweeping US sanctions. On this week's AP Religion Roundup, a Hanukkah message from the late Rob Reiner and New York has a new Catholic archbishop. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

What stories do the 2026 Golden Globe nominations tell? "Wicked: For Good" couldn't get a nomination for best motion picture-musical or comedy. Timothée Chalamet might be an Oscar favorite for his performance in "Marty Supreme." Rose Byrne could be someone to watch for best actress thanks to a strong effort in "If I Had Leg's I'd Kick You." Jeremy Allen White probably won't win a pair of best actor awards, but he did score nominations for his film portrayal of Bruce Springsteen as well as his series "The Bear." Regardless of what happens, we did get a bit of a sneak preview into what might get love when Oscar nominations come on Jan. 22. We also discuss season 2 of "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" on Disney+. Bruce Miller has multiple interviews with the stars, including Walker Scobell (Percy Jackson), Dior Goodjohn (Clarisse La Rue), Charlie Bushnell (Luke Castellan), Daniel Diemer (Tyson), Leah Sava Jeffries (Annabeth Chase) and Aryan Simhadri (Grover Underwood). About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is the retired editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY

On today's episode: Man suspected in Brown University shooting and MIT professor’s killing is found dead, officials say. Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and family among 7 killed in North Carolina plane crash. US military says 2 strikes on alleged drug boats kill 5 in eastern Pacific. Romanian court sentences US rapper Wiz Khalifa to 9 months for drug possession. Trump administration moves to cut off transgender care for children. Trump signs executive order that could reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug. Trump's handpicked board votes to rename Washington performing arts center the Trump-Kennedy Center. Kremlin envoy set to visit Miami for talks on US peace plan for Ukraine. Trump administration moves to cut off transgender care for children. President Trump's announcement of 'warrior dividends' for U.S. troops not being quite what he described. House Democrats release more photos from Epstein's estate. In recorded message, Rob Reiner urges resiliency for Holocaust survivors at Hanukkah event. The Lumbee Tribe's federal recognition is assured with a final push by Trump. Pope names fellow Chicagoan, Bishop Ronald Hicks, as new archbishop of New York. Arizona jury sentences man to death in string of killings in metro Phoenix during 2017. Tennessee governor pardons country star Jelly Roll, who has sought redemption from criminal past. Prosecutor says 14 Minnesota programs are targeted for fraud and the state is swamped with crime. Brian Walshe is sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his wife, whose body was never found. Wall Street rises after an encouraging inflation update, as Micron helps AI stocks stop their slide. U.S. consumer prices decelerated unexpectedly in November, rising 2.7% from a year earlier. Average US long-term mortgage rate edges lower, remaining near its low for the year. A wild finish secures a playoff spot on Thursday Night Football, a wide receiver gets a new contract, a clutch basket seals a win in an NBA playoff rematch, Milwaukee’s hoops star downplays trade talks and a former NASCAR star dies in a plane crash. Betting interest wanes as 1st round of College Football Playoff lacks excitement. Rams WR Puka Nacua apologizes for antisemitic gesture, adds more controversy after career game. WNBA players union authorizes negotiators to call a strike if needed during CBA talks. Timberwolves formalize a reunion with Kevin Garnett, with a plan to finally retire his No. 21 jersey. Putin tells his annual news conference that the Kremlin's military goals will be achieved in Ukraine. EU leaders agree on 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine after a plan to use Russian assets unravels. Israel launches intense airstrikes in Lebanon as deadline looms to disarm Hezbollah. India signs deal with Oman as it tries to counter US tariffs by accelerating free trade agreements. Mourners grieve 10-year-old slain in Bondi mass shooting as Australia's leader pledges new hate laws. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Trump gives a partisan prime-time address insisting the economy is stronger than many voters feel. Trump demands Venezuela pay for seized US oil assets after calling for 'blockade.' US government admits role in causing helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington. The Powerball jackpot is growing to an estimated $1.5 billion for Saturday night’s drawing . World Cup winner to get $50M from richer prize pool, half of Chelsea's payday at Club World Cup. US announces massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than $10 billion. FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino says he plans to resign next month as bureau's No 2 official. Minneapolis police chief criticizes ICE tactics after clash with protesters. Jack Smith tells lawmakers his team developed 'proof beyond a reasonable doubt' against Trump. FCC leader says agency is no longer independent as he’s grilled by Democrats over Kimmel controversy. Senate passes $901 billion defense bill that pushes Hegseth for boat strike video. Trump's White House adds partisan plaques to newly installed 'Presidential Hall of Fame'. 4 Republicans defy Speaker Johnson to force House vote on extending ACA subsidies. Jeffery Carroll named interim DC police chief as federal law enforcement surge continues. Rob Reiner’s son Nick appears in court on 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents. Judge says he's hopeful hearing on Luigi Mangione trial evidence will end this week. California threatens Tesla with 30-day suspension of sales license for deceptive self-driving claims. New York governor says she has reached a deal to legalize medically assisted suicide. Search goes on for suspect in fatal shooting of MIT professor who was fatally shot at his home. More drops for AI stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in nearly a month. The Oscars will move to YouTube in 2029, leaving longtime home of ABC. Warner Bros asks investors to reject takeover bid by Paramount Skydance. A triple-double lifts Chicago over Cleveland and Memphis tops Minnesota on the hardwood, an NBA coach is fined, the defending Stanley Cup champs win for the sixth time in seven games, a marquee franchise considers a move, and Washington hires a young GM in baseball. Ohio University fires coach Brian Smith over 'serious professional misconduct'. Dolphins benching Tua Tagovailoa for rookie Quinn Ewers, AP source says. Belgium demands ironclad guarantees of protection as EU leaders weigh a massive loan for Ukraine. Modest but steady economic growth lets Europe get by without an interest rate cut. Putin warns that Russia will seek to extend its gains in Ukraine if peace talks fail. Louvre workers vote to extend a strike as the museum partially reopens. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Accused gunman in Bondi Beach shooting charged with 15 counts of murder. Warner Bros asks investors to reject takeover bid from Paramount Skydance. Oil prices jump as Trump orders a blockade of oil tankers to Venezuela. An MIT professor was fatally shot at his home and police launched a homicide investigation. Members of a secretive California religious group have been charged with murder in 2 deaths. US Capitol unveils statue of teen civil rights icon Barbara Rose Johns, taking Robert E. Lee's spot. Trump orders blockade of 'sanctioned oil tankers' into Venezuela, ramping up pressure on Maduro. Susie Wiles, White House chief of staff, criticizes Bondi and opines on Trump in Vanity Fair. Trump expands travel ban, adding 5 more countries and imposing new limits on others. Hegseth says he won't publicly release video of boat that killed survivors in the Caribbean. Wisconsin judge rules Trump aides must face trial in 2020 fake elector scheme. Zelenskyy says peace proposals to end the war in Ukraine could be presented to Russia within days. Prosecutors will charge Rob Reiner’s son Nick with 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents. A doctor who helped sell ketamine to actor Matthew Perry gets less than a year of home confinement. Investigators release video timeline of the Brown campus shooting suspect's movements. Police fan out to Providence schools to calm worries with the Brown University shooter still loose. A driver is found dead in a submerged car near Seattle after a week of heavy rain and flooding. Customs officer at JFK airport fires his gun during a freeway fight. American man dies after fall in the Slovenian Alps. Wall Street slips as oil prices keep dropping. The US gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October; unemployment rate at 4.6%. New York wins its first NBA Cup, the league offers an expansion update, a historic win for Duke’s coach in college basketball, a familiar winner of the AP’s top college football coaching honor, a Heisman finalist is turning pro, a veteran NFL QB faces a potential benching and a boxing star retires unbeaten. Indiana's Curt Cignetti becomes the first back-to-back winner of AP coach of the year. FIFA slashes price of some World Cup tickets to $60 after global fan backlash. USC and Brown cancel men's basketball game after mass shooting on RI campus. South African immigration authorities raid a US refugee processing center. Driver who rammed through crowd at Liverpool soccer parade sentenced to over 21 years. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Australian police say Bondi Beach mass shooting was inspired by Islamic State group. Hunter Biden disbarred in Connecticut following complaints about his gun and tax convictions. Son Nick arrested after Rob Reiner and his wife found dead in Los Angeles home, AP source says. US military says strikes on 3 boats in the eastern Pacific Ocean kill 8 people. Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, accusing it of defamation over editing of president's Jan. 6 speech. Trump administration says White House ballroom construction is a matter of national security. Britain’s MI6 spy chief says Putin is dragging out peace talks and wants to subjugate Ukraine. US officials say Washington has agreed to give Ukraine security guarantees in peace talks. Church Nativity scenes add zip ties, gas masks and ICE to protest immigration raids. Russia indicates it's open to Ukraine joining EU as part of peace deal to end war, US officials say. Trump levels political attack on Rob Reiner in inflammatory post after his killing. FDA OKs libido-boosting pill for women who have gone through menopause. US Army names 2 Iowa Guard members killed in attack in Syria. Purse pirates UPS ripped off seasonal workers with unfair pay practices, lawsuit alleges. Crews use sandbags to shore up breach in levee near Seattle after failure prompts flood warning. Federal authorities arrest 4 suspected extremists in New Year's Eve bombing plot in California. Search for the Brown University shooter resumes as questions swirl about campus security. Brian Walshe found guilty of murdering his wife, who disappeared nearly 3 years ago. US stocks drift ahead of Tuesday's jobs report. Pittsburgh handles Miami on Monday Night Football, a young star quarterback is done for the year, a newly re-signed veteran QB gets another start, the AP All-America team is announced, a longtime football coach dies, an early NBA MVP candidate shines again, a budding NHL star is injured, a skiing icon delays retirement and PGA Tour and WTA player honors. Scottie Scheffler joins Tiger Woods by winning PGA Tour player of the year for 4th straight year. Big Ten puts 10 on AP All-America first team, led by 4 from Ohio State and Hoosier star Mendoza. Spain fines Airbnb $75 million for unlicensed tourist rentals. EU targets Russia's shadow fleet with new sanctions. Australia PM reinforces stance against antisemitism, proposes tougher gun laws after mass shooting. Louvre Museum workers strike over conditions, closing world's top museum. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Rob Reiner and his wife found dead in Los Angeles home. Authorities say they will release person of interest detained in Brown University shooting. A visiting NFL team lodged nearby the Brown University shooting before Sunday’s game at New England. Landslide win for Kast gives Chile its most right-wing president in decades. Crowd gathers at site of deadly shooting at Bondi beach to pay respect to victims. Attacker who killed US troops in Syria was a recent recruit to security forces, official says. Affable comedy acting legend Dick Van Dyke turns 100 years old. King Charles III says his cancer treatment is being reduced as he promotes benefits of screening. Washington flooding forces an entire city to temporarily evacuate as rivers top historic highs. Tumbling tech stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in 3 weeks. A three-time Super Bowl MVP and a two-time All-Pro suffers ACL tears, Denver and Los Angeles clinch NFL playoff berths and an eight-time Pro Bowl QB returns, Indiana’s star quarterback wins college football’s top honor and an American skiing star misses the podium in Switzerland. A visiting NFL team lodged nearby the Brown University shooting before Sunday’s game at New England. Former Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai convicted in landmark national security trial. Zelenskyy offers to drop NATO bid for security guarantees but rejects US push to cede territory. Nobel laureate Ales Bialiatski tells AP of Belarus prison ordeal in first interview after release. Hamas confirms the death of a top commander in Gaza after Israeli strike. Pope criticizes prison overcrowding during special Mass for inmates, guards and families. Myanmar military claims armed opposition groups used hospital hit by airstrike as base. Fighting rages on Thai-Cambodian border despite Trump's ceasefire claim. UK police won't probe claim former prince asked bodyguard to investigate Virginia Giuffre. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: Winter virus season so far is not too bad, but doctors worry about suffering to come. How a rare drug made from scientists' blood saves babies from botulism. Oreo is bringing zero-sugar cookies to the US. The painting that introduced 'Star Wars' to the world fetches $3.9M at auction. Vermont rescue team sees surge in calls as social media lures skiers into danger. Trump sued by preservationists seeking architecture review over White House ballroom project. Admiral hands over leadership of command overseeing the Trump administration's boat strikes. Federal judge issues order to prohibit immigration officials from detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Jury begins deliberating in murder trial of Brian Walshe, whose wife disappeared 2 years ago. A 6.7 magnitude earthquake causes small tsunami waves off northeastern Japan. 16,000 fossil footprints in central Bolivia reveal dinosaur behavior. Sherrone Moore charged with stalking, home invasion after being fired as Michigan football coach. Steelers LB TJ Watt has surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung, older brother J.J. Watt says. Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy says Baltimore has moved past controversial loss to Steelers. On this week's AP Religion Roundup, a settlement for hundreds of clergy abuse victims and a youth are lining up for an Atlanta church. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Zelenskyy says US-led peace talks wrestling with Russian demands for Ukrainian territory. US national park gift shops ordered to purge merchandise promoting DEI. Hundreds are quarantined in South Carolina as measles spreads in 2 US outbreaks. Gas explosion in San Francisco Bay Area damages homes, 6 taken to hospitals. Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6.22% after four straight weekly declines. Noem links the seizure of an oil tanker off Venezuela to US antidrug efforts. Trump signs executive order to block state AI regulations. Kilmar Abrego Garcia freed from federal immigration detention, his attorney's office says. Indiana Republicans block Trump’s redistricting push in a rare break with the president. Senators seek to change bill that allows military to operate just like before the DC plane crash. Senate rejects extension of health care subsidies as costs are set to rise for millions of Americans. Trump's handling of the economy is at its lowest point in AP-NORC polling. The man accused of killing Charlie Kirk appears in court for 1st time as a judge weighs media access. Venezuelan Nobel laureate credits Trump for pressuring Maduro with ‘decisive’ actions. Washington state faces historic floods that have washed away homes and stranded families. The US stock market hits record highs, even as worries about an AI bubble continue. Atlanta rallies to beat reeling Tampa Bay on Thursday Night Football, an Indiana star is named the AP’s top college football player, Lane Kiffin’s return to Ole Miss is set, a big night for a three-time NBA MVP, a top five men’s hoops team avoids an upset and a two-time Stanley Cup winner notches his second career four-goal game. FIFA accused of 'monumental betrayal' over latest World Cup ticket prices. NASCAR settles federal antitrust case, gives all its teams the permanent charters they wanted. Steelers LB TJ Watt hospitalized after experiencing discomfort in his lungs. EU set to lock up Russia's frozen assets so Hungary and Slovakia can't veto their use for Ukraine. Winter storm rips through Gaza, exposing failure to deliver enough aid to territory. Iceland becomes 5th country to boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participation. Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia intensify with airstrikes and artillery attacks. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Zelenskyy will hold urgent talks with 30 countries as Trump pushes for swift peace deal with Russia. Trump says the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela. Parent of student charged in shooting that killed teen at Kentucky State University. Federal Reserve cuts key rate but signals higher bar for future reductions. Judge orders Trump to end California National Guard troop deployment in Los Angeles. Justice Department can unseal records from Epstein's 2019 sex trafficking case, judge says. Blend of unusual weather conditions brings trillions of gallons in persistent rain to the Northwest. Bronx man charged in shooting of Jets player Kris Boyd appears in court. US stocks rise after the Fed cuts rates and hopes build for more. Former 'Real Housewives' star moved from prison to community program for remainder of her sentence. Diana Ross will headline 'Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve' lineup. Sophie Kinsella, author of the millions-selling ‘Shopaholic’ novels, dies at 55. The defending NBA champs match the league’s best start, another Western Conference contender advances in the NBA Cup, a Big Ten football coach is jailed hours after his firing, a five-time All-Star slugger departs New York in baseball’s free agency and an acquitted hockey player signs a tryout deal. QB Philip Rivers eager to get back in the game with the Colts after coming out of retirement. A'ja Wilson wins AP Female Athlete of the Year following historic 4th WNBA MVP. Egypt and Iran complain about planned World Cup 'Pride' match in Seattle. After months in hiding, Venezuelan opposition leader Machado reappears as a Nobel laureate. Machado's daughter accepts Nobel Peace Prize in Venezuelan opposition leader's absence. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Studios love to hold movies back until the end of the year to sneak into awards conversations. "Song Sung Blue" with Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, along with "Marty Supreme" starring Timothée Chalamet and Gwyneth Paltrow, are among the films trying to catch the attention of critics. Another film that hits a similar chord is "Sentimental Value," the latest film from Joachim Trier starring Renate Reinsve, Elle Fanning and Stellan Skarsgård. In this episode, co-host Bruce Miller catches up with Trier about the film and his overall style that allows his films to "say enough, but not too much." We also talk about the first batch of episodes of "Stranger Things," which released the first half of its season in time for the Thanksgiving break. Co-host Terry Lipshetz watched the episodes with his family and shares his thoughts about the final run. About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is the retired editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY

On today's episode: Hegseth tells congressional leaders he is weighing release of boat strike video. Shooting at Kentucky State University leaves 1 dead, 1 hurt and a suspect in custody, officials say. Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years. Son arrested after Grammy-nominated singer Jubilant Sykes is stabbed to death at California home. Trump speaks on Americans’ economic worries and blames Democrats at Pennsylvania rally. Pope criticizes US bid to 'break part' US-Europe alliance, insists on Europe role in Ukraine peace. ICE arrests of Afghans are on the rise in the wake of National Guard attack, immigration lawyers say. Justice Department can unseal Ghislaine Maxwell sex trafficking case records, judge says. Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public vote. Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near courthouses, hospitals or colleges. Turkish student who criticized Israel can resume research at Tufts after visa revoked, judge rules. Florida to execute man convicted in 1989 home invasion killing. US stocks hold in place in the countdown to the Federal Reserve’s meeting on Wednesday. New York stays hot and Orlando prevails to reach NBA Cup semis, a clash between the last two national champs in men’s college hoops, Tampa Bay puts on a show on the ice in Montreal, a pair of top free agents sign in baseball and an ex-star QB comes out of retirement. Shohei Ohtani is the AP's Male Athlete of the Year for record-tying 4th time. It's Messi. Repeat, Messi. The Inter Miami star is MLS' first back-to-back MVP winner. Social media ban for children under 16 starts in Australia. Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado will miss Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Zelenskyy refuses to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Judge orders the release of an immigrant with ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt. Indiana Senate committee advance redistricting legislation backed by Trump toward final floor vote. ICE arrests of Afghans are on the rise in the wake of National Guard attack, immigration lawyers say. Zelenskyy refuses to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support. Court settlement approved for New Orleans Archdiocese to pay hundreds of clergy abuse victims. Trump says survivors of scrutinized US strike were trying to right boat before 2nd missile was fired. The Supreme Court seems likely to back Trump's power to fire independent agency board members. Trump is proposing a $12B farm aid package to soften blow of his tariffs, White House official says. Zelenskyy holds talks in London with European allies on US peace plan and security. ICEBlock app maker sues Trump administration over its pressure on Apple to remove app. 'One Battle After Another' leads Golden Globe nominations, while 'Wicked For Good' falters. Paramount goes hostile in bid for Warner Bros., challenging a $72 billion bid by Netflix. Court clerk who helped with Alex Murdaugh's trial pleads guilty to showing sealed exhibits. Wall Street pulls back from its record heights. A long Chargers field goal and a star’s five-turnover night doom the Eagles on Monday Night Football, a season-ending injury is confirmed for an NFL quarterback, a surprise tryout for a retired QB, the Heisman finalists are announced, an NBA star pleads not guilty to gambling charges and AP Top 25 college hoops poll updates. A person of interest is in custody in connection with the shooting of New York Jets' Kris Boyd. Chinese premier cites damage from US tariffs, as China's surplus surpasses $1 trillion. Cambodia vows fierce fight against Thailand in escalating border conflict. Powerful wave kills 4 and leaves 1 missing at a popular seawater pool in Spain's Tenerife. Magnitude 7.5 quake in northern Japan injures 23 people and triggers a tsunami. Louvre workers announce strike over work conditions and security after $102M heist. Magnitude 7.6 quake triggers a tsunami on Japan's northern coast. Zelenskyy holds talks in London with European allies on US peace plan and security. As tensions flare on Israel-Lebanon border, war-torn communities struggle to rebuild. As tensions flare on Israel-Lebanon border, war-torn communities struggle to rebuild. 100 schoolchildren abducted in Nigeria are released; more still being held. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Send us a textJulie Raskin, representing Congenital Hyperinsulinism International (CHI), advocates for universal newborn glucose screening following her son's brain injury from undiagnosed hyperinsulinism in 1996. Registry data reveals 28% of affected infants lack traditional risk factors (abnormal birth weight), and even high-risk babies are often discharged inappropriately. CHI's "Glucose is a Vital Sign" campaign promotes screening protocols currently under research, examining glucose plus ketone monitoring during initial days to identify affected infants without over-medicalizing healthy newborns. The organization maintains eight centers of excellence globally and provides international treatment guidelines at congenitalhi.org. Over 30 genes cause this diagnosable, treatable condition requiring immediate intervention to prevent preventable brain damage from prolonged hypoglycemia. Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Actress Sheila Dara Aisha shared her experience playing the character Sore in the film 'Sore: Wife from the Future' which won her the Citra Award for Best Female Lead at the 2025 Indonesian Film Festival. - Aktris Sheila Dara Aisha berbagi pengalaman memerankan karakter Sore dalam film 'Sore: Istri Dari Masa Depan' yang membawanya meraih Piala Citra sebagai Pemeran Utama Wanita Terbaik di Festival Film Indonesia 2025.

On today's episode: Netanyahu says Israel and Hamas will enter ceasefire's second phase soon. Qatari leader says the Gaza ceasefire is at a critical moment. Judges deal setback to Justice Department effort to seek new indictment against Comey. UN aid coordination agency cuts appeal for 2026 to $33B after lowest annual support in a decade. The Supreme Court weighs Trump's bid to fire independent agency board members. China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion as its exports surge while imports lag behind. The Social Security Administration plans to cut field office visits by 50%. What it means for you. Trump's security strategy slams European allies and asserts US power in the Western Hemisphere. Shops empty in a Hispanic neighborhood as immigration crackdown comes to Louisiana. Suspect in DC pipe bomb case said to have confessed in interviews with investigators, AP sources say. Florida congressional Republicans tell Trump to keep oil drilling off state's coasts. Bullet-pocked marker memorializing 1918 lynching goes on display in Atlanta. Young adults are waiting in line to worship at this fast-growing Atlanta church. California officials warn against foraging wild mushrooms after deadly poisoning outbreak. Released 911 calls reveal desperate pleas and tragic outcomes during Texas Hill Country flood. Wall Street rises to the edge of its all-time high. Summer Olympians begin torch relay for Milan Cortina Winter Games on 2-month countdown. A late pick seals a win for Green Bay, a battle of top quarterbacks in Baltimore, a star QB suffers a likely season-ending injury, Indiana tops the College Football Playoff’s 12-team bracket, a clutch shot from the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, a playoff victory in golf and a former infielder is headed to Cooperstown. Indiana grabs top seed in College Football Playoff. Alabama and Miami make it, Notre Dame left out. Jeff Kent elected to baseball Hall of Fame, which again keeps doors shut for Bonds and Clemens. Ex-SEC commissioner Roy Kramer, whose vision paved the way for college football playoffs, dies at 96. The United States has its opponent for the opening match of next year’s World Cup hosted in North America. A UN team in Lebanon examines options for border area with Israel after peacekeepers leave. Thailand launches airstrikes along border with Cambodia as tensions reignite. A fire at a popular nightclub in India's Goa state kills 25. Benin's interior minister says a coup announced earlier has been foiled. Nobel laureates arrive for a week of events and awards in Stockholm and Oslo. Man arrested after pepper spray attack in London's Heathrow Airport parking garage. Mass shooting at a South African bar leaves 11 dead, including 3 children. Philippines says China fired flares toward its patrol plane in the disputed South China Sea. Russia unleashes massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine as diplomatic talks continue. Sudanese paramilitary drone attack kills 50, including 33 children in Kordofan, doctor group says. On this week's AP Religion Roundup, Pope Leo wraps up his first trip abroad, speaking to the people of Lebanon, and turning his focus to global peace efforts. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

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Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: In Colorado town built on coal, some families are moving on, even as Trump tries to boost industry. Mass killings in 2025 hit lowest level since 2006. Another line of attack White House sets up a hall of shame for news outlets. Scientists capture the crackling sounds of what they believe is lightning on Mars. Telescope in Chile captures stunning new picture of a cosmic butterfly. A brown pelican 'feeding frenzy' is an encouraging sign for the often-struggling large seabirds. Zohran Mamdani and the Louvre make the list of most mispronounced words of 2025. The Supreme Court will decide whether Trump's birthright citizenship order violates the Constitution. US vaccine advisers vote to end advice that all US babies get hepatitis B vaccine at birth. FIFA gives President Donald Trump a peace prize in a departure from its traditional focus on sport. Grand jury transcripts from abandoned Epstein investigation in Florida ordered released. Fed's preferred inflation gauge stayed elevated in September as spending weakened. Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. studio and streaming business for $72 billion. Cloudflare says service restored after outage that brought down sites including Zoom and LinkedIn. Harnessing the power of AI to help revolutionize Olympic-level figure skating. Derrick Henry expects a physical battle against rival Steelers in matchup for first place. A crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty is expected to sell for more than $26 million. Asia’s deadly floods are no fluke. They’re a climate warning. Long-lost Rubens painting depicting crucifixion sells for $2.7M. French first lady Brigitte Macron visits an old friend in China A giant panda called Yuan Meng. Trinidad and Tobago's steelpan is back in business as a new generation embraces its sound. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

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On today's episode: Federal panel is expected to vote today on a new recommendation on hepatitis B vaccines for newborns. Man accused of planting pipe bombs before Jan. 6 Capitol attack is charged with explosives offenses. Air passengers in India are dealing with delays after IndiGo, the nation's largest carrier, failed to comply with new pilot restrictions. US prioritizes visas for fans traveling for the World Cup, Olympics and other events. US military conducts strike on another suspected drug boat as probe into the first strike begins. Affordable Care Act premiums are set to spike. A new poll shows enrollees are already struggling. Admiral tells lawmakers there was no 'kill them all' order in attack that killed drug boat survivors. Hearing in Luigi Mangione's state murder case sheds new light on his arrest. Wall Street inches closer to its all-time high. US filings for jobless benefits fall to 191,000, lowest since September of 2022. A three-TD performance helps Detroit snap Dallas’ three-game win streak, an 18-year streak ends for the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, a last-second shot leads Philly past Golden State, an NBA team faces a hefty fine for resting a star player and a strong return for the world’s top golfer. NFL mandates playing surfaces for all stadiums meet new standards by 2028 to enhance player safety. An NCAA-backed effort to reshape college sport regulations has hit a wall in Congress. Ralph Lauren unveils Team USA's Olympic uniforms. Ship in Bab el-Mandeb Strait attacked by suspected pirates, officials say. Putin and Modi to discuss Russia-India trade and defense ties amid US pressure. Asia flood death toll surpasses 1,500 as calls grow to fight deforestation. Putin says there are points he can't agree to in the US proposal to end Russia's war in Ukraine. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: A federal vaccine advisory committee is expected to discuss whether newborns should still get the hepatitis B vaccine — the first shot found to prevent cancer. Lawmakers will hear from Navy admiral who ordered attack that killed boat strike survivors. Pentagon knew boat attack left survivors but still launched a follow-on strike, AP sources say. Trump pardons Texas Democratic Rep. Cuellar in bribery and conspiracy case. Decades-old palm trees in Rio de Janeiro flower for the first — and only — time. Air Force pilot safely ejects before F-16 fighter jet crashes in California desert. Federal agents launch immigration crackdown in New Orleans. Pentagon watchdog finds Hegseth’s use of Signal posed risk to US personnel, AP sources say. Grand Canyon cancels overnight stays at South Rim lodges because of water-line breaks. D-Day veteran Charles Shay, who saved lives on Omaha Beach, dies at 101 in France. UPS put profits over safety before plane crash that killed 14, lawyer alleges. Wall Street pulls near its all-time high. Steve Cropper, guitarist and member of Stax Records' Booker T and the M.G.'s, has died at age 84. Doctor who sold ketamine to 'Friends' star Matthew Perry gets 2 12 years in prison. Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here and Bad Bunny has dethroned Taylor Swift as most-streamed artist. Milwaukee rallies past Detroit despite losing an NBA MVP to injury, a 50-point game powers Denver past Indiana, the NHL’s all-time goal leader adds two more as Capitals’ win streak grows, a young star quarterback remains in limbo, an All-Pro pass catcher is extended, and two Patriots' greats are Hall of Fame finalists. Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft selected as finalists for 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class. The World Cup draw is usually a spectacle. This time, FIFA hopes bigger is better. ID of Thai agricultural worker's remains leaves 1 final hostage in Gaza as Israeli strikes kill 5 in Gaza. Massive power outage hits Cuba's western region after transmission line fails. Former EU foreign policy chief arrested in latest scandal to hit the bloc. Rescue teams racing after last week's flooding in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Marine robotics firm will resume deep-sea search for MH370 plane that vanished a decade ago. A 1-year-old was among 159 killed in Hong Kong apartment fires. 30 others remain missing. Australia to enforce social media age limit of 16 next week with fines up to $33 million. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Éamon Little has directed a documentary called Born That Way, which focuses on the life and work of Patrick Lydon. Patrick Lydon was born in Massachusetts to an Irish family, before returning to Ireland during the early 1970s and, with his wife Gladys, setting up the innovative Camphill Community. Born That Way will begin a run at the Arc in Ennis, from this Friday, the 5th of December. For more on this, Éamon joined Alan Morrissey on Thursday's Morning Focus.

Tubi is the latest streaming service to find its niche in original programming. After the success of "Sidelined: The QB and Me" in 2024, director Justin Wu was back at it with "Sidelined 2: Intercepted." Is a "Sidelined 3" in the works? Could there be an extended universe for this romantic comedy series aimed at older teens and young adults that stars TikTok influencer Noah Beck? (And for the Gen X crowd, the movie also stars James Van Der Beek of "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" fame.) Bruce Miller has interviews with Wu and stars Roan Curtis, Charlie Gillespie and Drew Ray Tanner.  Miller and co-host Terry Lipshetz also talk "Wicked," Broadway shows in New York, "The Beast in Me" and more! About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is the retired editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY

On today's episode: Federal authorities plan operation in Minnesota focusing on Somali immigrants, AP source says. Hamas preparing to hand over more remains as Israel plans to allow Palestinians to exit Gaza. Iran's currency falls to a new low as nuclear sanctions squeeze its ailing economy. Pope Leo ends first foreign trip with silent prayer at Beirut blast site, Mass at port. Trump administration halts immigration applications for migrants from 19 travel-ban nations. Trump-backed Republican Matt Van Epps wins US House special election in Tennessee. Chances dwindling for renewal of health care subsidies, risking premium spikes for millions. Arizona attorney general sues Chinese online retailer Temu over data theft claims. Doodling, drowsiness and a conspicuous misspelling highlight Trump's last Cabinet meeting of 2025. Hegseth cites 'fog of war' in defending follow-on strike in scrutinized attack on alleged drug boat. Putin accuses Europeans of sabotaging peace efforts on Ukraine and meets US delegation. Supreme Court likely to rule in favor of abortion opponents in challenge to state investigation. Former Honduras President Hernández freed after Trump pardon. Man charged in National Guard shooting pleads not guilty during court appearance from hospital bed. Wall Street holds steadier as bond yields and bitcoin stabilize. An SEC team is on the rise in the latest College Football Playoff rankings, an NBA All-Star goes off in an East semifinals rematch, a last-minute win for a top five team in college basketball, an NHL player returns after an acquittal and updates on the futures of two sports icons. Serena Williams says she is not coming back to tennis. Tiger Woods dealing with uncertain times with his golf, the Ryder Cup and reshaping the PGA Tour. White House, Olympic leaders lend support to SCORE Act to regulate college sports. Australia to enforce social media age limit of 16 next week with fines up to $33 million. Macron arrives in China for talks with Xi on trade ties and Russia's war in Ukraine. Europeans accuse Putin of faking interest in peace after talks with US envoys. Settler outposts spread among West Bank villages and fuel fear of more attacks. Israel says it receives 'findings' handed over by Palestinian militants in Gaza. More than 1,300 dead from floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand as rescue efforts intensify. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Northeast prepares for first major snowstorm of season. USA Gymnastics and Olympic sports watchdog failed to stop coach's sexual abuse, lawsuits allege. Luigi Mangione was back in court as he faces charges for allegedly killing United Healthcare's CEO last year. US air travelers without REAL IDs will be charged a $45 fee. What is Giving Tuesday? How to donate on the annual day of charitable giving. Shoppers scoured for deals online on Cyber Monday and delivered strong sales for retailers. Doctor says Trump had preventative screening MRI on heart, abdomen with 'perfectly normal' results. White House says admiral ordered follow-on strike on alleged drug boat, insists attack was lawful. Zelenskyy says US peace plan 'looks better' with revisions but work continues. UK and US agree zero-tariff deal on pharmaceuticals. Former Trump lawyer Alina Habba is disqualified as top New Jersey prosecutor, US appeals court rules. Federal review finds 44% of US trucking schools don't comply with government rules. US stocks fall to their first loss in 6 days as bitcoin tumbles. New England’s win streak reaches double digits, a two-time All-Pro defensive back avoids a major injury, the SEC’s longest-tenured coach is fired and a Big Ten school makes a coaching hire, a big scoring night for a six-time NBA All-Star, AP Top 25 college hoops poll updates and an All-Star reliever signs in baseball. Alexey Toropchenko is the latest NHL player to be sidelined by a bizarre off-ice injury. Gangs launch large-scale attack in Haiti's central region as hundreds flee gunfire and burning homes. Pope Leo XIV begins historic visit to Lebanon with call for peace, hope. Hong Kong stifles dissent as some netting on burned buildings found not to meet fire code. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Lung cancer is the most prevalent cancer in the Rochester and Finger Lakes region. That's according to experts at the University of Rochester Medical Center. They say screening has been underutilized due to the stigma of the disease. This hour, we discuss their efforts to change that. They also explain what they call a "soup to nuts" approach to addressing the disease, which includes prevention and screening, early diagnosis, and advanced treatment options. Our guests: Racquel Stephen, health, equity and community reporter and producer for WXXI News Charles Kamen, Ph.D., M.P.H., associate director of community outreach and engagement at Wilmot Cancer Institute at the University of Rochester Medical Center M. Patricia Rivera, M.D., C. Jane Davis & C. Robert Davis Distinguished Professor in Pulmonary Medicine and chief of the Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Division at University of Rochester Medical Center Joyce Lucas, patient ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

On today's episode: US and Ukrainian negotiators meet as Trump seeks to broker an end to the war. Lawmakers voice support for congressional reviews of Trump's military strikes on boats. Trump issues White House invitation to families of the two National Guard members who were shot. Hondurans vote to elect new president in a close race under shadow of Trump’s surprise intervention. LSU lures Lane Kiffin away from virtual playoff lock Ole Miss. Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty. Shoppers spend billions on Black Friday to snag holiday deals, despite wider economic uncertainty. US retailers watch Black Friday traffic for a hoped-for holiday halo effect. A Border Patrol-led immigration crackdown is coming to southeast Louisiana. Here's what to know. US halts all asylum decisions after shooting of National Guard members. Northwestern to pay $75 million in deal with Trump administration to restore federal funding. Trump vows to 'permanently pause' migration from poor nations in anti-immigrant social media screed. Dominican Republic grants US access to restricted areas for its deadly fight against drugs. Trump says he's barring South Africa from participating in next year's G20 summit near Miami. Immigrant with family ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is detained by ICE. British playwright Tom Stoppard, who won Academy Award for 'Shakespeare In Love,' has died at 88. Fuzzy Zoeller, two-time major champion haunted by racist joke about Tiger Woods, dies at 74. As parts of the Great Lakes region dig out from a weekend storm, some parts of the Northeast are preparing for their first significant snowstorm this season. Airlines work to fix software glitch on A320 aircraft and some flights are disrupted. Canada's prime minister and Alberta's premier sign pipeline deal that could reverse oil tanker ban. Fleet of UPS planes grounded after deadly crash expected to miss peak delivery season. Police search for shooter after 4 are killed and 11 wounded in shooting in Stockton, California. 4 dead and 10 wounded in shooting at banquet hall in Stockton, California. A 6.0-magnitude earthquake rocks the Anchorage area of Alaska, largest since 2021. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off in Manhattan. Josh Allen’s record TD helps Buffalo top Pittsburgh, Denver becomes the NFL’s second 10-win team and the L.A. Rams’ win streak ends, a top college football coach leaves one SEC team for another, Texas A&M slips in the rankings after its first loss and a former NBA MVP returns from injury. After Luka Doncic called special court 'dangerous,' Lakers playing NBA Cup game on normal court. Iran boycotting World Cup draw citing visa restrictions for soccer officials. LSU confirms Kelly was fired 'without cause' and is owed his full $54 million buyout. Bangladesh's ex-leader Hasina and niece, British lawmaker Tulip Siddiq, found guilty of corruption. Pope Leo XIV calls on Lebanese leaders to be true peacemakers as he seeks to bring message of hope. Pope Leo XIV prays at Armenian cathedral in Istanbul as Turkey and Armenia attempt reconciliation. Netanyahu submits request for a pardon during his ongoing corruption trial. Palestinian death toll has surpassed 70,000 since the Israel-Hamas war began, Gaza ministry says. German far-right party sets up its new youth wing as thousands protest. Death toll from floods and mudslides in Sri Lanka rises to 132, with 176 people still missing. Authorities probe corruption and negligence in Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades. Two tankers catch fire in the Black Sea after being struck, Turkish authorities report. Zelenskyy's chief of staff resigns as Ukraine corruption investigations widen. On this week's AP Religion Roundup, a former Popemobile is converted to deliver health care, and high hopes are set for Pope Leo’s trip to Lebanon and Turkey. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Crossing guards face life-threatening dangers on the job. Behind the AP investigation into crossing guard safety, death. At The Gentle Barn, turkeys are for snuggling, not stuffing at Thanksgiving. It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!. National Parks to raise fees for millions of international tourists to popular US parks. Paramount set to distribute 'Rush Hour 4' after Trump's reported request. New prosecutor won't pursue charges against Trump and others in Georgia election interference case. Average US long-term mortgage rate falls to 6.23%, ending a three-week climb. Fewer Americans sought unemployment benefits last week as job cuts stay low. College basketball player in Oklahoma dies after being injured during game. Under a cloud, the Olympic flame begins its journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. Drugs sneaked into Ohio prison soaked into the pages of 'Hillbilly Elegy'. They relied on marijuana to get through the day. But then days felt impossible without it. The late Pope Francis’ popemobile unveiled in the West Bank. Thai woman found alive in coffin after being brought in for cremation. South Korea's largest satellite launched on Nuri rocket in ambitious space mission. Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appear on state television saying they have seized power in the country. Indonesia investigates radioactive contamination in some exports to US and Europe.Israeli military says the Red Cross has received another set of remains from Gaza militants. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty discusses a lung cancer study that was conducted by Northwestern Medicine and who should be screened.

On today's episode: The shutdown is over. Flights have resumed. Thanksgiving travelers might wonder What now. Stores keep prices down in a tough year for turkeys. Other Thanksgiving foods may cost more. Sweet potato or pumpkin The Thanksgiving pie debate. Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony. Some families are 'adopting' turkeys for Thanksgiving instead of eating them. Report: US envoy coached Putin aide on how Russian leader should pitch Trump on Ukraine peace plan Israel has handed over 15 more Palestinian bodies, hospital officials in Gaza say Taiwan puts $40 billion toward building a defense dome and buying US weapons06a Federal agency boosts size of most single-family loans the government can guarantee to $832,750. FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged US troops to defy illegal orders. US push for Russia-Ukraine peace deal gains momentum as attacks on Kyiv kill 7. Rights groups slam Trump administration for ending Myanmar deportation protection as civil war rages. X's new feature raises questions about the foreign origins of some popular US political accounts. 4 more arrested in $102M Louvre jewel heist, Paris prosecutor says. DC Mayor Bowser announces she won't seek fourth term, as Trump's federal intervention continues. Football coach who went missing before undefeated team's playoff game is wanted on criminal charges. Prosecutors will retry man in death of Etan Patz, whose 1979 disappearance spotlighted missing kids. Slender Man attacker won't fight extradition to Wisconsin after fleeing group home. Torn roofs and smashed windows among damage to over 100 homes in a tornado near Houston. Stocks climb on hopes for lower interest rates as Dow rallies 660 points. Consumer confidence slides as Americans grow wary of high costs and sluggish job gains. US retail sales rose slightly in September, adding to months of big gains. An Elite Eight rematch ends in an upset in college basketball; a long losing streak is snapped in the NBA; the latest CFP rankings and a coaching hire in college football; an NFL player is suspended for a punch and an MLB star pitcher is traded. Drew Brees, Philip Rivers, Larry Fitzgerald lead Pro Football Hall of Fame modern era semifinalists. Former NBA champ Rick Fox announces plans to run in Bahamian general election. Cristiano Ronaldo set to avoid ban at World Cup after FIFA red-card verdict offers probation. Fire rages through bamboo scaffolding at Hong Kong high-rise residential complex, killing 4. Landslides and flash floods on Indonesia’s Sumatra island leave at least 17 dead and 6 missing. 'Everything is soaked' Winter rains in Gaza bring new misery for Palestinians. Israeli military says the Red Cross has received another set of remains from Gaza militants. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

One of the most anticipated sequels of the year is here with "Wicked: For Good," and the film did not disappoint, earning an opening weekend of $150,000,000 at the box office. Co-host Bruce Miller had the opportunity to see the film before its wide release and shared his thoughts with co-host Terry Lipshetz, who also added his thoughts on "Predator: Badlands," one of the biggest films since the summer film season ended. About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is the retired editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY

If you're looking for something to watch, whether on TV or in the theater, the options are quickly increasing. Legendary documentarian Ken Burns is back with his latest series for PBS: "The American Revolution." One of the biggest movies of the fall season is about to open, with "Wicked: For Good" dropping this weekend. That follows another legacy film release with the remake of "The Running Man" starring Glen Powell. Jason Clarke, one of the most notable supporting character actors of recent years, gets a chance to shine in Hulu's "Murdaugh: Death in the Family." Hear from Clarke, who spoke with co-host Bruce Miller. We also discuss the upcoming final season of "Stranger Things." Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY uce Miller, the now-retired editor of the Sioux City Journal, returns. First order of business: Catching up with co-host and Bruce Springsteen superfan Terry Lipshetz. The pair discuss the new biopic "Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere," which has gotten mixed reviews from critics but generally favorable reviews from fans.  We discuss the movie, how it compares to recent biopics and whether it has any shot at Oscar nominations or wins this upcoming awards season. We also compare how the movie stacks up to other recent biopics, such as "A Complete Unknown," "Elvis" and "Bohemian Rhapsody." About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is the retired editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY

We do apoligize for our brief interuption, but Streamed & Screened is back! After a brief hiatus due to a medical emergency, Br We do apologize for our brief interruption, but Streamed & Screened is back! After a brief hiatus due to a medical emergency, Bruce Miller, the now-retired editor of the Sioux City Journal, returns. First order of business: Catching up with co-host and Bruce Springsteen superfan Terry Lipshetz. The pair discuss the new biopic "Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere," which has gotten mixed reviews from critics but generally favorable reviews from fans.  We discuss the movie, how it stacks up to recent biopics and whether it has any shot at any Oscar nominations or wins this upcoming awards season. We also compare how the movie stacks up to other recent biopics, such as "A Complete Unknown," "Elvis" and "Bohemian Rhapsody." About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is the retired editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY uce Miller, the now-retired editor of the Sioux City Journal, returns. First order of business: Catching up with co-host and Bruce Springsteen superfan Terry Lipshetz. The pair discuss the new biopic "Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere," which has gotten mixed reviews from critics but generally favorable reviews from fans.  We discuss the movie, how it stacks up to recent biopics and whether it has any shot at any Oscar nominations or wins this upcoming awards season. We also compare how the movie stacks up to other recent biopics, such as "A Complete Unknown," "Elvis" and "Bohemian Rhapsody." About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is the retired editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY

Tyler lays out why he still self-performs—from demo and drainage to framing and trim—and where he draws the line with subs, risk, and bandwidth. We get into scaling by margin instead of volume, keeping quality tight when you're the one on the tools, and how to make a good living without taking the belt off. Show Notes:  00:00 Keep the belt on and make a living 02:01 Screened porch demo grading and concrete sub 05:16 Framing plan and roof timing 09:43 One job at a time and scale by margin 15:51 Frame to finish pride and profit 20:31 Back to craft and flying the self performer flag Video Version:  https://youtu.be/4n6Kb0WACPA   Partners:  Andersen Windows Buildertrend Harnish Workwear  Use code H1025 and get 10% off their H-label gear   The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media

A lecturer at the Department of Medical Diagnostics at KNUST, Laud Anthony Basing, has sounded the alarm over the rising number of young women unknowingly living with sexually transmitted infections (STIs), following a recent study that screened more than 3,000 students

Reporter, Cian McCormack gets a sneak preview of ‘Revisiting the Banshee', the latest project from folklorists Aileen Lambert and Michael Fortune, 21 years after they first recorded similar schoolchildren's tales of superstitions and ghost stories in Moyross and King's Island.

Ep. 291, Recorded 9/24/2025. Ra-aaaaap-ture. Coaching carousel. 12 ounces of tears. Construction at Danny's. Look kids, Big Ben. He's kissing her on the strikes. Souvenir? Razor Thin. Choose your poison. Screened out. Naperville tours. Croc-hunter's Kid. Decisions were made. Dewayne visits Staples.

"The Studio" crushed the competition in comedies. "The Pitt" played spoiler to "Severance" in dramas. "Adolescence," as expected, took the top prizes in limited series. But there were plenty of surprises along the way as well as Nate Bargatze's efforts as host. We break down the highs and lows of this year's Primetime Emmy Awards. Also: "Dancing with the Stars" is back and the new Netflix documentary "aka Charlie Sheen" takes a look at the life of the actor. Note: The show discusses potential Emmy hosts, including Jimmy Kimmel. This podcast was recorded prior to ABC's suspension and subsequent reinstatement of him.  About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is now the editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY

Long time supporter Kent has picked the 1965 experimental film Empire for this week!. True to form in the year of the stitch-up, Kent has chosen a film that's as unconventional and divisive as it gets. Directed by Andy Warhol, Empire exemplifies the avant-garde spirit of mid-1960s New York, pushing the boundaries of traditional cinema with radical minimalism, extreme duration, and an obsessive focus on observation as art.The production of Empire was as audacious as the film's concept. Warhol employed a static 8-hour continuous shot of the Empire State Building, with no camera movement or dialogue, letting the mere passage of time become the centerpiece. Shot at Warhol's Factory studio, the production encouraged collaboration among artists and performers, embracing monotony and stillness as creative tools. Though challenging for conventional audiences, Empire has secured its place as a landmark in experimental filmmaking and continues to influence artists interested in perception, endurance, and the art of cinematic patience.If you enjoy the show, we have a Patreon, so become a supporter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.Referral links also help out the show if you were going to sign up:⁠⁠NordVPN⁠⁠⁠⁠NordPass⁠⁠Trailer Guy Plot SummaryImagine… eight hours.A single frame.A building.From the legendary Andy Warhol comes the film that redefines patience, perception, and what it means to watch a movie. Empire — the Empire State Building like you've never stared at it before, daring you to survive the longest cinematic gaze in history. Will you sit… or will time sit on you?Empire — it's not just a film, it's a test.Fun FactsOriginally shot in 6.5 hours – The film was filmed over approximately 6 hours and 36 minutes, from 8:06 p.m. to 2:42 a.m. on July 25–26, 1964.Extended to 8 hours in projection – By projecting the film at 16 frames per second instead of the standard 24 fps, Warhol extended the runtime to roughly 8 hours.Andy Warhol's experimental movie – Empire is a landmark in avant-garde cinema, cementing Warhol's reputation as a pioneer in minimalist filmmaking.Filmed at The Factory – Production took place at Warhol's famous New York studio, a hub for artists, musicians, and performers.No camera movement – The camera remains completely static for the entire duration, emphasizing stillness and observation.No dialogue or actors – The film features no spoken lines, with the Empire State Building itself as the “star” of the work.Endurance viewing experience – Original screenings required audiences to sit for the full 8 hours, turning watching into a performance art experience.Influence on experimental cinema – Empire inspired future filmmakers and artists interested in minimalist cinema and long-duration art films.Screened in galleries and museums – Rather than conventional cinemas, Empire is often exhibited in art institutions, highlighting its status as both visual art and film.Historical record of 1960s New York – The film captures the Empire State Building and surrounding skyline before major renovations, preserving a piece of mid-1960s Manhattan.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevhsstrikesback@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

David Rysdahl has been busy the past few years, but you might not have noticed if you weren't paying attention.  That's not to say his roles have been forgettable — quite the opposite. Rather, Rysdahl has had impactful roles in ensemble casts, whether as chemist Donald Hornig in the blockbuster "Oppenheimer," the loving but passive husband Wayne Lyon in season 5 of "Fargo," or the uneasy scientist Arthur Sylvia in "Alien: Earth." This latest role reunites him with Noah Hawley, the creator and showrunner of both "Fargo" and "Alien: Earth." In this episode, hear from Rysdahl during an interview with co-host Bruce Miller. About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is now the editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY

There are plenty of familiar contenders for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards (Sept. 14, 8 p.m. EDT, CBS), but a bunch of newcomers could take top prizes. "Severance," "The Bear," "The White Lotus" and "Hacks" all have been nominated in the past and look to pick up awards. Could "Adolescence" be this year's "Baby Reindeer" in the limited series category? Will "The Studio" or "The Pitt" pick up trophies? Can Harrison Ford finally win a top prize? In this episode, co-host Bruce Miller share who he thinks will win big. About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is now the editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY