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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the rise and fall of Ildemaro Vargas, the Mets’ and Cubs’ David Peterson swap, Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s refusal to wear a cup, the Giants’ response to Pride Night fallout, and the owners’ CBA strategy. Then (56:41) Ben brings back John Brebbia to discuss the Rockies reliever’s return to the majors, how he’s handling the journeyman phase of his career, when to opt out of a contract, Colorado’s player-dev improvements, Triple-A attitudes, how the minors have changed, the greatest major league luxury, dugout pitch-calling, challenging, his entrance song, how he and other players are following the labor talks, and more. Audio intro: Jimmy Kramer, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial: The Spaghettis, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Benny and a Million Shetland Ponies, “Effectively Wild Theme (Pedantic)” Link to Lennon song Link to MLFAD Link to “Train Daddy” article Link to “Railroad Daddy” article Link to Brebbia’s first appearance Link to Vargas hot streak Link to Vargas cold strea Link to Voros’s Law Link to gambler’s fallacy Link to Vargas collision Link to Flowers for Algernon adaptations Link to Charly Link to TV movie Link to Awakenings Link to “Snakes alive” slogan Link to Nora Morse wiki Link to FG post on the Cubs Link to MLBTR on Peterson Link to Gary Cohen quote Link to Mets’ six errors Link to Chisholm clip Link to Chisholm story Link to Mariners testicle injury thread Link to Haniger story Link to risk compensation wiki Link to catcher helmets interview Link to lollipop story Link to Davitt interview Link to Posey clip Link to SF Chronicle on the Giants Link to The Athletic on the Giants Link to KNBR interview story Link to Devers apology story Link to Vitello’s The Town reference Link to Manfred letter Link to The Athletic on MLB’s proposals Link to MLBTR on MLB’s proposals Link to Play Sun Smart initiative Link to Rockies team attitude story Link to Senzatela pitch mix Link to Bull Durham scene Link to Collins quote Link to dugout pitch-calling story Link to dugout pitch-calling story 2 Link to Ben on dugout pitch-calling Link to Wham! song Link to story about Brebbia’s song Link to Zoolander scene Link to Meyer quote Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

This week on the Sports Leader, the conversation turned to the Giants' bullpen woes, which have been a major storyline all season. The team's inability to close out games in the ninth inning has been a consistent issue. Susan Slusser, a veteran journalist from the San Francisco Chronicle, joined the show to discuss the team's struggles and the impact of recent controversies on the organization. The Giants have been plagued by a lack of a true closer, and it's not just a matter of one or two bad outings. The team's bullpen has been a weakness all season, and it's hard to see them making a deep playoff run without a reliable ninth-inning arm. Susan Slusser weighed in on the team's decision-making and the potential long-term effects on free agent signings. She also discussed the recent Pride Night controversy and how it may impact the team's ability to attract top talent. The conversation also touched on the impressive performance of Victor Bericoto, a Venezuelan rookie who has been making waves with his impressive hitting despite the tragic circumstances surrounding his family. Susan shared her thoughts on how the team can balance playing time for Bericoto with other key players like Casey Schmitt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants' bullpen woes continue to plague the team, and the latest loss to the Athletics has left fans frustrated. This week, the team's struggles in the ninth inning have been a major talking point, with the bullpen's inability to close out games a major concern. Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle joins the show to discuss the team's issues and what the future may hold. In this episode, Susan shares her thoughts on the team's bullpen and the recent controversy surrounding Larry Bear's appearance on camera. She also weighs in on the Devers situation and how the team handled it. Additionally, she discusses the impact of the team's actions on the players and the potential long-term effects on attracting free agents. The conversation also touches on the remarkable performance of Victor Bericoto and the challenges the team faces in getting him more playing time. The Giants' struggles extend beyond the bullpen, with the team's offense and pitching also coming under scrutiny. The hosts discuss the team's decision to sign Harrison Bader and the potential impact on the outfield. They also delve into the Warriors' recent draft and the rumors surrounding Jalen Brown's potential trade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants' bullpen woes continue to plague the team, and the latest loss to the Athletics has left fans frustrated. This week, the team's struggles in the ninth inning have been a major talking point, with the bullpen's inability to close out games a major concern. Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle joins the show to discuss the team's issues and what the future may hold. In this episode, Susan shares her thoughts on the team's bullpen and the recent controversy surrounding Larry Bear's appearance on camera. She also weighs in on the Devers situation and how the team handled it. Additionally, she discusses the impact of the team's actions on the players and the potential long-term effects on attracting free agents. The conversation also touches on the remarkable performance of Victor Bericoto and the challenges the team faces in getting him more playing time. The Giants' struggles extend beyond the bullpen, with the team's offense and pitching also coming under scrutiny. The hosts discuss the team's decision to sign Harrison Bader and the potential impact on the outfield. They also delve into the Warriors' recent draft and the rumors surrounding Jalen Brown's potential trade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Sports Leader, the conversation turned to the Giants' bullpen woes, which have been a major storyline all season. The team's inability to close out games in the ninth inning has been a consistent issue. Susan Slusser, a veteran journalist from the San Francisco Chronicle, joined the show to discuss the team's struggles and the impact of recent controversies on the organization. The Giants have been plagued by a lack of a true closer, and it's not just a matter of one or two bad outings. The team's bullpen has been a weakness all season, and it's hard to see them making a deep playoff run without a reliable ninth-inning arm. Susan Slusser weighed in on the team's decision-making and the potential long-term effects on free agent signings. She also discussed the recent Pride Night controversy and how it may impact the team's ability to attract top talent. The conversation also touched on the impressive performance of Victor Bericoto, a Venezuelan rookie who has been making waves with his impressive hitting despite the tragic circumstances surrounding his family. Susan shared her thoughts on how the team can balance playing time for Bericoto with other key players like Casey Schmitt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Giants' leadership is under scrutiny, Dieter and Todd welcome Susan Slusser of The San Francisco Chronicle to attempt to ascertain what is happening with the organization. We discuss the team's communication issues, and what it means for the future of the franchise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Hour 2 we discuss the latest developments in the NBA and MLB. They're joined by Susan Slusser from the San Francisco Chronicle to discuss the current state of the Giants and the team's leadership. But first, we chat NBA draft and who could bring a much-needed boost to the Golden State Warriors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in for Part II of one the favorite hi fi conversations that has taken place on the podcast: Analog Wars, with Ken Kessler & Michael Fremer! Don't miss the second half of these audio gurus conversation with Jay Jay.Ken is a Hi-Fi expert journalist, who joined Hi-Fi News & Record Review in 1983, to which he still contributes. He also writes a column for the website Soundstage UK, is the author of "Quad: The Closest Approach", "McIntosh … For The Love Of Music", and co-author of "Sound Bites" and "KEF: Innovators In Sound." Michael Fremer is the editor of analogPlanet.com, and senior contributing editor at Stereophile magazine. He's also contributed to The New York Times, The San Francisco Chronicle, Consumer Digest, and The Bergen Record (New Jersey) among other publications and periodicals.Produced & edited by Matthew Mallinger

In Hour 2 we discuss the latest developments in the NBA and MLB. They're joined by Susan Slusser from the San Francisco Chronicle to discuss the current state of the Giants and the team's leadership. But first, we chat NBA draft and who could bring a much-needed boost to the Golden State Warriors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the late nineteenth century, amusement parks have been providing countless hours of enjoyment for people all around the world. Often driven by the latest technology and advances in mechanical engineering, the thrill rides at parks like Disney Land, Great America, and other independent parks offer a controlled environment to experience terror and excitement. While these rides, and the parks in general, are very safe and held to strict safety standards, there are times when the unthinkable happens—a cable snaps, a safety harness breaks—and the once safe ride becomes a nightmare for passengers. Far more often than not, tragic amusement park accidents are the result of human foolishness or, far less often, operator error. But other times, they are a bizarre fluke; a one in a million mechanical problem no one saw coming. Either way, the results can be shocking, horrifying, and even deadly. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Get Tickets for Alaina's Book Tour for THE BUTCHER LEGACY! Get Tickets to our MORBID LIVE show at Radio City Music Hall with Special Guest Jonathan Van Ness! References Akst, Daniel. 1982. "Short circuit found in fatal amusement ride." The Record (Hackensack, NJ), August 5: 3. Anaheim Bulletin. 1973. "D'land visitor drowning victim." Anaheim Bulletin, June 23: 1. Associated Press. 1980. "Roller coaster death probed." Free Lance (Hollister, CA), April 3: 10. —. 1998. "Disney visitor had no chance, surgeon says." Sacramento Bee, December 28: 4. Brown, Lee. 1964. "2 youths tell story of fatal 'bobsled' ride." The Independent (Long Beach, CA), May 22: 17. Daily News. 1983. "A ride to the courthouse." Daily News (New York, NY), July 3: 32. Daily Record. 1982. "Electrical shock killed man on Action Park ride." Daily Record (Morristown, NJ), August 1: 2. Fisher, Joseph. 1980. "Man who fell from alpine slide dies after several days in coma." Daily Record (Morristown, NJ), Juky 17: 1. Futia, Michael, and John Mintz. 1982. "Death doesn't cut lines for thrill rides." The Record (Hackensack, NJ), August 2: 13. Gaura, Maria. 1998. "Coaster victim's death witnessed by family." San Francisco Chronicle, September 11: 13. Gaura, Maria, and Manny Fernandez. 1998. "Victim's kin mull suit against Great America." San Francisco Chronicle, Seoptember 9: 1. Haefele, Marc. 1980. "Dangers cited by slide employees." Daily Record (Morristown, NJ), August 14: 19. Hatfield, Larry. 1980. "Roller coaster crash caused by 'phantom'." San Francisco Examiner, May 1980: 3. Hoover, Ken, and Sabin Russell. 1999. "Fall from ride kills boy at Great America." San Francisco Chronicle, August 23: 1. Kiely, Eugene. 1987. "Prosecutor: Action Park drowning accidental." The Record (Hackensack NJ), July 21: 28. Los Angeles Times. 1964. "Boy criticallt hurt on ride at Disneyland." Los Angeles Times, May 17: 3. —. 1966. "He tried to join his friends." Los Angeles Times, June 19: 3. —. 1964. "Inquest ruled out in fatal Disneyland fall." Los Angeles Times, May 27: 35. Lyman, Julie, Kevin Fagan, and Bill Workman. 1999. "Questions linger in amusement park death." San Francisco Chronicle , November 6: 1. Mulvihill, Andy. 2020. "Remembering Action Park, New Jersey's Deranged Theme Park, "Where You're the Center of the Accident"." Esquire, July 2. Press-Telegram. 1964. "Boy badly hurt in tumble from Disney bobsled." Press-Telegram (Long Beach, CA), May 16: 13. —. 1966. "Monorail victim crashing party?" Press-Telegram (Long Beach, CA), June 19: 4. —. 1964. "Bobsled rider's death probed." Press-Telegram, May 20: 39. Reckard, Scott, and Tracy Weber. 1998. "Autopsy sheds light on Disneyland fatality." Los Angeles Times, December 31: 31. Soiffer, Bill. 1980. "Brakes suspected in coaster tragedy." San Francisco Chronicle, March 31: 3. Stolztfus, Duane. 1984. "Water slide blamed for son's death." Daily Record (Morristown, NJ), August 28: 11. Webber, Tracy. 1999. "Fatal accident at Disneyland in '98 still haunts family." Los Angeles Times, December 13: 110. Yi, Daniel, and Robert Ourlian. 1998. "Man dies 2 days after being injured at Disneyland." Los Angeles Times, December 27: 76. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve Kroner, former sportswriter for the SF Chronicle stops by to talk Giants baseball with Bill Laskey on Sportsphone KNBR as the team looks ahead to the Miami Marlins See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 3 -- SF Chronicle's Susan Slusser on the what's next for the Giants as we get close to the Trade Deadline, Draymond reportedly opting into his deal, Dear Derek segment, Where is Maxx Crosby headed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants' offseason moves are making waves, and this episode of the Murph and Markus Show is a must-listen for any baseball fan. With the team's willingness to listen to trade offers on several key players, including Chapman, Devers, and Arraez, the possibilities are endless. But what does it mean for the team's future, and how will it impact their ability to spend on free agents? Our guest, Susan Slusser from the San Francisco Chronicle, breaks down the latest news and shares her expert insights on the Giants' strategy. This episode is packed with analysis and discussion on the Giants' current situation, including their starting pitching depth and the potential impact of trading key players. Susan shares her thoughts on the team's decision-making process and how it may affect their ability to compete in the future. From the World Cup to the Giants' roster, this episode covers it all. Susan's expertise shines as she discusses the Giants' contracts and how they may be handcuffing the team from spending on free agents. She also weighs in on the team's starting pitching depth and the potential for young players to step up. With the Giants' season coming to a close, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for insight into the team's future. Don't miss this in-depth conversation with Susan Slusser from the San Francisco Chronicle as she shares her expert analysis on the Giants' current situation. Join us as we dive into the world of baseball and explore the possibilities for the team's future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants' offseason moves are making waves, and this episode of the Murph and Markus Show is a must-listen for any baseball fan. With the team's willingness to listen to trade offers on several key players, including Chapman, Devers, and Arraez, the possibilities are endless. But what does it mean for the team's future, and how will it impact their ability to spend on free agents? Our guest, Susan Slusser from the San Francisco Chronicle, breaks down the latest news and shares her expert insights on the Giants' strategy. This episode is packed with analysis and discussion on the Giants' current situation, including their starting pitching depth and the potential impact of trading key players. Susan shares her thoughts on the team's decision-making process and how it may affect their ability to compete in the future. From the World Cup to the Giants' roster, this episode covers it all. Susan's expertise shines as she discusses the Giants' contracts and how they may be handcuffing the team from spending on free agents. She also weighs in on the team's starting pitching depth and the potential for young players to step up. With the Giants' season coming to a close, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for insight into the team's future. Don't miss this in-depth conversation with Susan Slusser from the San Francisco Chronicle as she shares her expert analysis on the Giants' current situation. Join us as we dive into the world of baseball and explore the possibilities for the team's future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 3 -- SF Chronicle's Susan Slusser on the what's next for the Giants as we get close to the Trade Deadline, Draymond reportedly opting into his deal, Dear Derek segment, Where is Maxx Crosby headed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about baseball’s time to shine after the NBA/NHL seasons and a structural difference between basketball and baseball, Jacob Misiorowski achieving escape velocity and entering the deGrom Zone (and a change he’s made that may matter more than his increased speed), the impending posting of red-hot Teruaki Sato, the losers and losers of the Rafael Devers deal one year later, what the trade deadline will look like in this topsy-turvy season, and (42:55) what MLB should do to avoid a repeat of the Giants’ Pride Night debacle, plus (1:25:45) closing banter about games starting/ending too early for night owls. Audio intro: The Gagnés, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Daniel Leckie, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to 82-0 Link to 162-0 Link to Jimmy John’s wiki Link to Misiorowski game Link to Misiorowski fun fact Link to The Miz max speed by game Link to The Miz zone rate by game Link to Skubal game-ending pitch Link to Skubal comeback Link to “Just Dropped In” Link to The Miz on Pokémon 1 Link to The Miz on Pokémon 2 Link to Charmander wiki Link to Charizard wiki Link to Mega Charizard X wiki Link to Ground type Pokémon wiki Link to Ben on the Brewers’ clutchness Link to FG playoff odds Link to FG post on the White Sox Link to Passan’s deadline preview Link to FG post on Ramírez injury Link to The Athletic on the Devers trade Link to Rosenthal on the Giants’ deadline Link to MLBTR on Sato Link to SFGate on the Giants Link to McCovey Chronicles on the Giants Link to Katie on the Giants Link to Grant on the Giants Link to Outsports on the Giants Link to SF Chronicle on the Giants Link to SF Chronicle on the Giants 2 Link to Webb quote Link to Bates story Link to info on Dodgers caps Link to Outsports on Dodgers caps Link to Dodgers’ Burke/Bean memorial Link to 2022 Rays story Link to NHL Pride story 1 Link to NHL Pride story 2 Link to NHL Pride story 3 Link to Outsports on Strider Link to Outsports on MLB warning Link to The Athletic on MLB warning Link to uniform rules Link to Outsports on Affeldt Link to Picard scene Link to SBJ on start times Link to year-over-year attendance Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

With the trade deadline looming, the Giants are looking to shake things up; Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle weighs the possibilities of trading away some of their top players but is against trading Logan Webb as SF continues to struggle. How active will the team be remains to be seen, but Susan suggests the team should be willing to listen for offersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a time of change in higher education. Jeff and Michael look back on what they learned over the course of this ninth season of Future U in a one-on-one discussion. They recap key moments and share their favorite episodes. And one theme keeps emerging: “it's all about institutional mission.” Chapters 0:00 - Intro 1:08 - Many of Today's Challenges Were Predicted 10 Years Ago 3:51 - Why Mission Is Key 4:56 - A ‘Ghost Town Campus' 12:35 - Big Deficits at Colleges 13:47 - The Fire Sale on MBAs 17:05 - How to Restore Trust in Higher Ed 19:17 - The Many Software Vulnerabilities for Colleges 24:29 - How to Design the AI University 26:52 - Jeff's Favorite Episode of Season 9 30:58 - Michael's Favorite Episode of Season 9 33:11 - Thanks to the Podcast Team Relevant Links: “Season 9 Annual Listener Survey” - Help us prepare for next season “2026: The seismic shifts for transforming the future of higher education,” by Jeff Selingo, in The Chronicle of Higher Education “Sonoma State University is in crisis. Can a new president save it,” in The San Francisco Chronicle. “What happens when students let an economist pick their college?,” in Marketplace.  “Harvard's FAS Is Running a $365 Million Structural Deficit. The Problems Started Well Before Trump,” in The Harvard Crimson. “There is a Fire Sale on MBAs,” in The Wall Street Journal. “Report of the Committee on Trust in Higher Education,” by Yale University. “Designing the AI University,” by Jeff Selingo. “Leading Faculty in an AI Era,” by Jeff Selingo. "The Lie at the Center of Higher Education," by Melik Peter Khoury. Connect with Michael Horn: Sign Up for the The Future of Education Newsletter Website LinkedIn X (Twitter) Threads   Connect with Jeff Selingo: Dream School: Finding the College That's Right for You Sign Up for the Next Newsletter Website X (Twitter) Threads LinkedIn Connect with Future U: Twitter YouTube Threads Instagram Facebook LinkedIn   Submit a question and if we answer it on air we'll send you Future U. swag! Sign up for Future U. emails to get special updates and behind-the-scenes content.

Join us this week as we revisit a previous favorite of Jay Jay's conversations on hi-fi audio; If there are two individuals who know the world of Hi-Fi audio, it's Ken Kessler & Michael Fremer. Ken is a Hi-Fi expert journalist, who joined Hi-Fi News & Record Review in 1983, to which he still contributes. He also writes a column for the website Soundstage UK, is the author of "Quad: The Closest Approach", "McIntosh … For The Love Of Music", and co-author of "Sound Bites" and "KEF: Innovators In Sound." Michael Fremer is the editor of analogPlanet.com, and senior contributing editor at Stereophile magazine. He's also contributed to The New York Times, The San Francisco Chronicle, Consumer Digest, and The Bergen Record (New Jersey) among other publications and periodicals. These two audio experts are long-time friends of Jay Jay's, & their conversation was so extensive that we had to split it into two parts. This is "Analog Wars: Part I" with Ken Kessler & Michael Fremer.Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger

With the trade deadline looming, the Giants are looking to shake things up; Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle weighs the possibilities of trading away some of their top players but is against trading Logan Webb as SF continues to struggle. How active will the team be remains to be seen, but Susan suggests the team should be willing to listen for offersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Muni is the backdrop for so much of our lives, but few of us have documented its familiar presence over years of personal change as vividly as photojournalist Jessica Christian. Trains and buses doubled as transportation and a training ground for Jessica as she developed her eye for "photography that makes you feel something"—first as a student, then a budding photographer, and later as a San Francisco Chronicle photojournalist. Jessica joined us at our Wayfinding Show in 2025 to share the stories behind some of her favorite photographs she's made on Muni and how it helped her find her way as a photographer. You can follow along with the photos in Jessica's story at munidiaries.com/2026/06/15/muni-through-jessica-christians-lens/.

SF Chronicle reporter, Steve Kroner joins Big Bill Laskey to break down Bryce Eldridge abosolutely crushing the ball right now, the Giants team as a whole being utterly frustrating, & the pitching faltering in another spot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SF Chronicle's Peter Hartlaub joins the show to preview what to watch in the summer of 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SF Chronicle's Peter Hartlaub joins the show to preview what to watch in the summer of 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: Noah Furtado from the SF Chronicle joins to break down Brandon Aiyuk's situation. Then, Tobi quizzes Darris on World Cup Terms

Noah Furtado from the San Francisco Chronicle details why Brandon Aiyuk just needs to show up.

JD and Silver discuss the Giants' impressive comeback win and the emergence of young star Bryce Eldridge. They're joined by Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle, who shares her insights on the team's recent performance and the impact of Eldridge's impressive play. We touch on the team's pitching struggles and the bullpen disarray while exploring the idea of trading players like Logan Web and Robbie Ray to bring in new talent and set the team up for future success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle discusses the impressive performance of Bryce Eldridge, who's been on a tear since his call-up in May. The show dives into the impact of Eldridge's hot streak on the team's offense and the potential implications for the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle discusses the impressive performance of Bryce Eldridge, who's been on a tear since his call-up in May. The show dives into the impact of Eldridge's hot streak on the team's offense and the potential implications for the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JD and Silver discuss the Giants' impressive comeback win and the emergence of young star Bryce Eldridge. They're joined by Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle, who shares her insights on the team's recent performance and the impact of Eldridge's impressive play. We touch on the team's pitching struggles and the bullpen disarray while exploring the idea of trading players like Logan Web and Robbie Ray to bring in new talent and set the team up for future success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Francisco Chronicle freelance reporter Steve Kroner joins Extra Innings with Bill Laskey after the Giants' extra inning win over the Cubs to talk about the team rebounding from a bad series in Colorado to finish the road trip 5-5, and what lies ahead as the Giants return home to take on the Nationals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle ranks among the most expensive World Cup cities for Airbnbs according to a new study. The San Francisco Chronicle has a remarkably stupid column about gay panic at the World Cup. Will Spencer Pratt advance in tonight’s LA mayor primary? // Guest: State Rep. and GOP Chair Jim Walsh responds to Governor Bob Ferguson ducking his challenge to debtate. // Just 3% of Portlanders call their downtown beautiful in brutal new survey.

For more than 40 years, outdoor enthusiasts have turned to Tom Stienstra for guidance on the best waterfalls, unforgettable campsites, and hidden wild places. A longtime outdoors writer and editor for the San Francisco Chronicle and KCBS-FM, Stienstra is also the bestselling author of essential guidebooks like Moon's California Camping and 52 Weekend Adventures in Northern California. His adventures have taken him deep into the wilderness—hiking, camping, boating, canoeing, kayaking, flying, trekking, hunting, and exploring some of the most remote corners of the West. As longtime Sunset magazine travel editor Peter Fish put it, “Tom Stienstra is the Yoda of the outdoors. He literally has been everywhere and knows everything.” In his new book Heaven Delayed: One Man's Survival of 16 Near-Death Encounters, Stienstra reflects on a lifetime of close calls: surviving a hatchet attack to the back of his head, being charged by a wild cow, and multiple near-drownings—including one rescue by his brother in an icy lake and another by his best friend in a flooding river. Then came cancer and six brain surgeries. All are brought to life in his new book, one compact volume of heartfelt writing from a man who has lived enough adventure for several lifetimes. Come hear Stienstra discuss his new memoir, his extraordinary life outdoors, and his tips for summer adventures in the Bay Area and beyond. Stienstra photo courtesy the speaker; the image on the book cover was created by artist John Blanchard of the San Francisco Chronicle—it shows the author in two phases, before and after treatment for cancer. Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June is Caribbean Heritage Month. And The Bay Area is home to a vibrant Caribbean American community, including thousands of Haitians. Crosscurrents host, Hana Baba wanted to visit one Haitian American that's been in the culinary news over the last few years - his restaurant was named one of the tastiest restaurants in the Bay Area by the SF Chronicle, among other accolades. He's Chef Frantz Felix - the owner of Oakland's first Haitian restaurant, T'Chaka.

Jason sits down with Guy Benson to discuss a ridiculous San Francisco Chronicle story about how some establishments are offering safe spaces for LGBTQ people during the FIFA World Cup.

In this episode, we feature an event with Colm Tóibín in conversation with Garth Risk Hallberg, held at the Montclair Literary Festival for the launch of Toibin's latest book, The News from Dublin.Colm Tóibín is the author of eleven novels, including Long Island, an Oprah's Book Club Pick; The Magician, winner of the Rathbones Folio Prize; The Master, winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize; Brooklyn, winner of the Costa Book Award; and Nora Webster, winner of the Hawthornden Prize, as well as three story collections and several books of criticism. He is the Irene and Sidney B. Silverman Professor of the Humanities at Columbia University and was named the 2022–2024 Laureate for Irish Fiction by the Arts Council of Ireland. In 2021, he was awarded the David Cohen Prize for Literature.Garth Risk Hallberg's first novel, City on Fire, was a New York Times and international bestseller and was selected as one of the best books of 2015 by The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, The Wall Street Journal, NPR, and Vogue. It was the basis for the Apple TV+ series of the same name. His second novel, The Second Coming, about a troubled teen whose father is a recovering addict, was released in 2024 and is in paperback now. He is also the author of the novella A Field Guide to the North American Family. In 2017, Granta named him one of the Best of Young American Novelists. His work has been translated into seventeen languages.Resources:Seamus Heaney 1995 Nobel Prize Speech ( Poetry in Conflict quote)Thomas Mann's Brother Hitler EssayBooks:A full list of the books and authors mentioned in this episode is available here.Register for Upcoming Events.The Watchung Booksellers Podcast is produced by Kathryn Counsell and Marni Jessup and is recorded at Watchung Booksellers in Montclair, NJ. The show is edited by Kathryn Counsell.Original music is composed and performed by Violet Mujica. Research and show notes by Caroline Shurtleff.Thanks to all the staff at Watchung Booksellers and The Kids' Room!If you liked our episode please like, follow, and share!Stay in touch!Email: wbpodcast@watchungbooksellers.comSocial: @watchungbooksellersSign up for our newsletter to get the latest on our shows, events, and book recommendations!

The team's disappointing season has left fans frustrated, from the pitching woes to the lack of leadership on the field, the audience reacts. Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle joins to discuss the possibility of moving players ahead of the deadline as losses mount.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle delves into the mounting woes facing the Giants, from lack of starting pitching depth, a crumbling bullpen, and inconsistent offense. Susan talks what a trade of Luis Arraez could return to SF as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SF Chronicle's Bruce Jenkins and Marty look thru the Windows of Baseball on the Giants losing streak and the struggle to find any kind of rhythm on offenseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SF Chronicle's Bruce Jenkins and Marty look thru the Windows of Baseball on the Giants losing streak and the struggle to find any kind of rhythm on offenseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

References: - Manual Doctrina del evangelio, religión 430-431, p. 24: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/bc/content/shared/content/spanish/pdf/language-materials/32501_spa.pdf  - Manual Principios del evangelio: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-principles/chapter-6-the-fall-of-adam-and-eve?lang=spa  - The Mormon Puzzle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdNKXt_ig8I (min. 37:12) - Página del manual de noche de hogar (1972): https://mrm.org/1972-family-home-evening-journal  - Los mormones no tendran su propio planeta: https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/frequently-asked-questions - Entrevistas con Hinckley: 1. San Francisco Chronicle: https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/SUNDAY-INTERVIEW-Musings-of-the-Main-Mormon-2846138.php, 2. Revista Time: https://content.time.com/time/subscriber/article/0,33009,986794-7,00.html - Principios del evangelio: Bendiciones de la exaltación: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-principles/chapter-47-exaltation?lang=spa 

SF Chronicle 49ers Reporter Eric Branch joins the show to discuss Isaac Guerendo's injury and what that means for rookie Kaelon Black's role with the team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 -- Copes and D-Pop live from the Greek Fest in San Jose. The guys discuss the Giants decision to reassign Hector Borg to a different role in the organization, and Ron Wotus becoming the interim Third Base Coach. The guys also discuss 49ers OTAs with the SF Chronicle's Eric Branch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 -- Copes and D-Pop live from the Greek Fest in San Jose. The guys discuss the Giants decision to reassign Hector Borg to a different role in the organization, and Ron Wotus becoming the interim Third Base Coach. The guys also discuss 49ers OTAs with the SF Chronicle's Eric Branch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sportswriter for the San Francisco Chronicle and former President of the Baseball Writers' Association Susan Slusser stop by to talk some Giants baseball with the guys. Susan breaks down what the Giants need to fix up in order to get back to playing winning baseball as they look to bounce back against the Rockies in Colorado this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sportswriter for the San Francisco Chronicle and former President of the Baseball Writers' Association Susan Slusser stop by to talk some Giants baseball with the guys. Susan breaks down what the Giants need to fix up in order to get back to playing winning baseball as they look to bounce back against the Rockies in Colorado this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the trade deadline upcoming, the San Francisco's front office is under pressure to make tough decisions about their roster. Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle discusses the team's prospects and what they need to do to avoid becoming sellers and why trading expiring contracts will be paramount if the team continues to falter. for their future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Joshua Barbeau proposed to his girlfriend, Jessica Courtney Periera, she was already in the ICU. 10 years later, Joshua was still grieving her death. That's when he came across Project December. With just a short writing sample and a prompt, the program enabled him to make a chat bot of Jessica. Since then, the market for so-called “grief bots” has exploded. Millions of people are using AI to “talk” to the dead. The phenomenon has left cyberpsychologist Elaine Kasket asking the question: what happens when we rely on for-profit AI companies to help us manage something as deeply human as grief? And where's the line between comfort and self-destruction?This episode features Joshua Barbeau, and Elaine Kasket, with research from Jason Fagone's article “The Jessica Simulation”, written for the San Francisco Chronicle in 2021.

Steve Kroner of the San Francisco Chronicle joins SportsPhone KNBR with Bill Laskey to talk about the shirtless fans generating excitement during the Giants' loss to the White Sox, Giants' pitchers lacking quality pitches in high stakes at bats, and how management can address the shortcomings of the roster as the season continues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Tell Me Everything, guest host Michael Shure dives opens with a somber discussion about a tragic mass shooting at an Islamic center near San Diego, which left three dead and has raised serious concerns about hate crimes in America. Michael is joined by Amar Campa Najjar, a congressional candidate who shares his personal connection to the community and the impact of such violence on local residents. The conversation then shifts to the political landscape, as Michael explores the implications of a recent settlement involving the Trump administration and the IRS, which has raised eyebrows and sparked outrage among many. David Cay Johnston provides expert analysis on the potential consequences of this slush fund for Trump allies. Next, Patrick McEnroe joins the discussion to shed light on the state of college tennis and the challenges it faces, emphasizing the need for a balance between international talent and opportunities for American athletes. And finally, the focus turns to the California gubernatorial race, with Joe Garofoli from the San Francisco Chronicle discussing the unexpected dynamics at play, including the rise of billionaire Tom Steyer and the challenges faced by other candidates like Katie Porter and Antonio Villaraigosa. The complex interplay of endorsements and voter sentiment is examined, shedding light on the unique political climate of California.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.