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New episode with military historian Si Sheppard.The conquests of the Aztec and Inca empires might be the most shocking events in human history.Hernan Cortés and some hundreds of Conquistadors landed on a new continent they knew basically nothing about, and within 2 and a half years, conquered the 6 million strong Aztec empire.Then, a decade later, Francisco Pizarro did the same thing to an Incan Empire of some 10 million inhabitants.In both cases, the Conquistadors consistently beat native armies while being literally 100x (or even in some cases 1000x) outnumbered - and in many cases, did so without taking a single casualty.And they did this with 99% of their military forces being made up of the very natives they were trying to subjugate.We often forget how wild human history is. People talk about AI takeover as if it would be some crazy, unprecedented sci-fi outcome. But this would not be the first time an alien force whose motives the defenders barely understand use more advanced technology and diplomatic cunning to outmaneuver and then take over a much larger and long established existing order.Watch on YouTube; read the transcript.Sponsors* Jane Street's intern projects are even more ambitious than I realized. One intern spent his summer researching LLM memorization, figuring out how to quantify and reduce it. This matters because, when Jane Street tests their models on historical data, they need to know that performance reflects predictive power, not just memorized outcomes. Another intern spent his time developing a new activation checkpointing scheme: his custom version ended up outperforming PyTorch's native one. If you want to read about more 2026 intern projects or apply for Jane Street's 2027 internships, go to janestreet.com/dwarkesh* Grok Bot can tackle the tasks you've been meaning to handle but just haven't gotten around to. For example, SpaceXAI recently gave Grok Bot access to their procurement contracts, vendor spend, and usage data: it ended up identifying over $100,000 in potential savings for them. I decided to try this on my own spend, and Grok Bot found over $5,000 of savings for me, even though I run a pretty small team. Try it out yourself at x.ai/bot* Antithesis solves one of the biggest problems with traditional software testing: to test for a bug, you first have to be able to imagine it. Antithesis runs your system through thousands of parallel histories and steers your tests for you, injecting faults and generally trying to make everything as adversarial as possible. That way, your software gets tested against scenarios you'd never imagine but that could still arise in the real world. Learn more at antithesis.com/dwarkeshTimestamps(00:00:00) – Cortés's conquest of the Aztecs(00:22:39) – Pizarro's conquest of the Inca(00:26:59) – Explaining Conquistador military superiority(00:34:39) – Could the natives have beat the Conquistadors?(00:48:56) – The Aztecs and Incas did not get to learn from each other(00:56:11) – Why Spain still lost in the long run(01:07:47) – Why didn't the Aztecs/Incas adapt better to European warfare?(01:14:16) – Conquistador motivation(01:26:22) – Why Mughal India also couldn't play the Europeans off each other(01:33:42) – Diplomacy was just as important as technology This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dwarkesh.com

In this episode of French Insider, former Sheppard associate and previous host Sarah Ben-Moussa returns to the podcast to speak with host Inès Briand about her move from practicing law in the U.S. to building a legal career in France. They discuss what drew Sarah to make the leap, the practical realities of navigating the French visa process, the key differences between the U.S. and French legal systems, and how she's adapted both professionally and personally to life in Paris.   What we discuss in this episode: Sarah's path from M&A associate to an energy-focused corporate lawyer at Sheppard What led her to leave New York and pursue a legal career in France Navigating the French visa process, including the Passeport Talent route and why applying from abroad can be faster The difference between a juriste and an avocat, and how that distinction shapes career choices in France Key contrasts between U.S. and French corporate legal practice, from deal pace to work-life balance The hardest parts of relocating, including apartment hunting, adjusting to daily life and rebuilding a support system from scratch How U.S. legal training and the English language give American lawyers an edge on cross-border work Advice for other American lawyers considering a move to France or another civil law jurisdiction   About Sarah Ben-Moussa Sarah Ben-Moussa is legal counsel at one of the world's leading renewable energy companies, based in Paris. Her work centers on the development, financing and operation of wind, solar and battery storage projects across multiple jurisdictions—from structuring acquisitions and negotiating project contracts (SPAs, PPAs, EPCs, grid connection agreements) to advising on regulatory compliance, corporate structuring and lender negotiations that keep large-scale energy infrastructure deals moving toward the finish line. Before moving to France, Sarah was an associate in Sheppard's Corporate practice group and a member of the firm's Energy, Infrastructure and Project Finance team in the New York office. She was also a member of the firm's French Desk, and previously hosted the French Insider podcast herself. Before Sheppard, she spent a year and a half living and working in France, focusing on corporate transactions and commercial contracts in Europe and internationally. Sarah is also committed to pro bono work, focusing on cases involving children seeking asylum or other immigration-related relief. About Inès Briand Inès Briand is an associate in Sheppard's Corporate practice group and French Desk team in the firm's Brussels office, where her practice primarily focuses on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisition transactions (with special emphasis on operations involving French companies). She also has significant experience in general corporate matters and compliance for foreign companies settled in the United States. As a member of the firm's French Desk, Inès has advised companies and private equity funds in both the United States and Europe on mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts and general corporate matters, including the expansion of French companies in the United States.   Contact Information Sarah Ben-Moussa Inès Briand   Thank you for listening! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every week.  If you enjoyed this episode, please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and review this show on Apple Podcasts, Deezer, Amazon Music or Spotify. It helps other listeners find this show. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matter, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs.

What does the Book of Ruth really teach? Is it simply a love story, or is it asking a much bigger question: is it worth returning to the Lord when life is hard? In this episode, we were joined by Tim Sheppard to explore the first book in our series on the Megilloth, the Five Scrolls. We examined Ruth as a carefully crafted narrative that points beyond itself to God's sovereign purposes, his hidden work in ordinary circumstances, and his commitment to establishing his kingdom. Along the way they discuss Naomi's bitterness, Ruth's remarkable faithfulness, Boaz's generosity, the significance of David at the end of the book, and why "finding your Boaz" may not be the main point of Ruth after all. Questions answered in this episode - Why is the Book of Ruth so important in the storyline of the Bible? - Is Ruth really a book about romance and finding a spouse? - Why does Naomi describe herself as bitter, and is she right to do so? - How does God work through ordinary events to accomplish extraordinary purposes? - What does Ruth teach us about trusting God's promises when they seem far from fulfilment? The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project on this link: https://linktr.ee/BibleMatters  To contact us, email office@biblematters.org   

Review of the Detroit Lions Defense after the Lions week 3 victory over the New York Jets. Plus Joey Porter Jr. Trade Rumors from ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Former UK basketball star, from Financial Wealth Group Jeff Sheppard talks about 401k's and Reed Sheppard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wondered whether following God is really worth the cost when life seems to be falling apart?   In this episode, we begin our journey through the book of Ruth by exploring one of the Bible's most honest accounts of grief, loss, faith, and hope. Naomi returns from Moab convinced that God is against her, while Ruth makes the remarkable decision to leave everything behind and cast her lot in with God's people. Through their story, we discover that turning to the Lord is not a turn towards emptiness, but a turn towards hope, even when we cannot yet see how God is working for our good.   As we wrestle with suffering, disappointment, and the cost of discipleship, Ruth 1 asks a question that remains deeply relevant today: Is it really worth turning to the Lord? Questions answered in this episode: Why does the book of Ruth begin with so much tragedy and loss? What does Naomi's story teach us about suffering and God's sovereignty? Why does Ruth choose to follow Naomi and the God of Israel? What is the connection between Ruth's decision and biblical faith and repentance? How can we have hope when God seems distant or even against us? The Bible Matters Podcast is funded entirely by the generous donations of its listeners. If you would like to become a financial partner with us on this journey, you can give to the project on this link: https://linktr.ee/BibleMatters To contact us, email office@biblematters.org  

In this captivating 2nd installment of the Dorothy Kilgallen miniseries, we trace how a 1938 Broadway gossip columnist transformed herself into one of the most formidable investigative figures in Cold War America. We examine her meteoric media empire—spanning her nationally syndicated The Voice of Broadway column read by 20 million people across 146 newspapers, her daily radio show with husband Richard Kollmar, and her iconic Sunday night seat on CBS's What's My Line?. We explore her public feuds, including her bitter clash with Frank Sinatra, as well as her complex personal life inside her five-story East 68th Street Manhattan townhouse.We go behind the courtroom doors of the 1954 Dr. Sam Sheppard murder trial in Cleveland, unearthing the explosive secret that Dorothy guarded for a decade. We detail how trial judge Edward Blythin summoned her into his private chambers before a jury was even seated and declared that Sheppard was "guilty as hell"—a staggering breach of judicial neutrality. We analyze how Dorothy's sworn affidavit, delivered years later to young defense attorney F. Lee Bailey, became a cornerstone of the federal habeas corpus petition that ultimately reached the U.S. Supreme Court, setting off the legal chain reaction that overturned Sheppard's conviction and secured his eventual acquittal.Finally, we confront Dorothy's dangerous early run-ins with federal intelligence agencies and J. Edgar Hoover's FBI. We examine her 1951 reporting on Radio Free Europe subversion, where she politely but firmly refused CIA interrogation attempts to name her source, and her prophetic July 1959 column revealing that the Mafia was actively plotting to assassinate Fidel Castro—a full year before the CIA's top-secret mob plots were formally initiated. We set the stage for her 1964 arrival at the Dallas courthouse for Jack Ruby's capital murder trial, where Judge Joe B. Brown granted her an exclusive, private one-on-one interview with Ruby in his chambers, launching the relentless two-year independent investigation into the JFK assassination that would follow her to her grave. Music includes excerpts from  "Hot Swing" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ and from  "Take Off and Shoot a Zero" by Chris Zabriskie (chriszabriskie.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com Episode 3153: Lynnette Sheppard shares the three principles that turned her early years of motherhood from one daily emergency into something she could actually enjoy: refusing to be a martyr, finding meaning in the mess, and saying no often enough to protect her family's downtime. She explains how she rediscovered the interests she had quietly set aside after having children, and why the pressure to keep kids constantly enrolled left everyone in her house stressed and irritable. It is an honest look at finding fulfillment across the long journey of parenting rather than in every individual moment of it. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://declutteryourlife.co/3-secrets-joyful-motherhood/ Quotes to ponder: "I am a mother, not a martyr. Some sacrifices come with the territory, but setting aside my passions because I have children is no longer one of them." "Art supplies scattered across every flat surface in my home have become evidence of creativity and love." "I said no often, protecting our downtime like the treasure it was, which allowed me to say yes to the things that mattered most." Optimal Relationships Daily is a daily relationship advice podcast where we narrate the best articles on healthy relationships, dating, marriage, and parenting, read to you by a professional narrator so you can strengthen your closest connections a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Long before the Marvel Cinematic Universe made "drop viewers into a world already in motion" a household strategy, one wildly weird 1984 cult classic did it first — and audiences had no idea what hit them. In this episode, we dive into The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension, the pulp-comic-come-to-life that bombed in theaters, then found new life on HBO reruns and video store shelves, eventually becoming one of the most beloved cult sci-fi movies of the 1980s.We break down Peter Weller's breakout role as the impossibly cool neurosurgeon-rockstar-physicist-adventurer Buckaroo Banzai, John Lithgow's unforgettable, scenery-chewing performance as the villainous Lord John Whorfin, and the film's refusal to explain a single thing about its own mythology — a bold creative choice from director W.D. Richter that turned a box office flop into a lasting cult phenomenon.Along the way, we cover behind-the-scenes trivia (including that infamous unexplained watermelon), casting history, the film's failed sequel and abandoned TV spinoffs, its rock-bottom opening weekend against heavyweight competition like Ghostbusters and Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, and why this "so weird it works" sci-fi comedy still has such a devoted fanbase decades later.Whether you grew up catching this on late-night cable and never quite understood what was happening (no judgment — neither did we), or you're an 80s cult movie completist looking for your next deep dive, this episode is your gateway into one of the strangest and most rewatchable sci-fi comedies of the decade.Perfect for fans of: Gen X movie podcasts, 80s cult classic movies, 80s sci-fi movies, Peter Weller movies, John Lithgow movies, cult film retrospectives, retro sci-fi comedy, 1984 movies, movie trivia podcasts, and nostalgic deep-dive film shows.TakeawaysBuckaroo Banzai bombed at the box office in 1984 but found new life through HBO reruns and video rentals, becoming a beloved cult classicDirector W.D. Richter deliberately dropped viewers into the story with zero exposition, making the world feel massive and lived-inJohn Lithgow's over-the-top villain performance is one of the most memorable in 80s cult cinemaThe film's small but devoted fanbase kept it alive for decades, eventually leading to a 2021 novel continuing the storyBehind-the-scenes trivia (including a mysterious unexplained watermelon) shows the filmmakers' rebellious, anything-goes creative spiritRewatchability and nostalgia for this one hit differently than a typical 80s blockbuster — it's a favorite "have it on in the background" movie rather than a must-rewatch classic

What does the defense need to change?

Who's more at fault?

Sheppard has a plan.

Larkin update, College Football preview, Verlander predictions

Former #missamericana  & #MissTennessee #KellyeCash and her daughter #TatumSheppardFilega discuss their participation in the new #Netflix #gameshow #WonkasTheGoldenTicket#Celebrity #interview #TonyToscano #ScreenChatter #contestants #money #cashprize

The guys did the first edition of The Valenti & Rico Show survivor pool before getting back to business regarding the Holmes vs. Sheppard conversation.

Mike and Rico open the final hour with a continuation with their Holmes vs. Sheppard discussion.

The Lions defensive coordinator spoke about his unit's underperformance and what (or who)'s to blame for it.

Mike and Rico discuss who is at fault for how bad the Lions defense has looked through its first 2 games.

Mike and Rico tackled an important subject beginning in the second hour, off the heels of a 7-minute monologue from Kelvin Sheppard in his most recent press conference. They took your calls in response throughout.

The people chime in on who is most to blame for the Lions' defensive struggles.

The guys are at odds regarding Jameis Winston and put their money where their mouths are. Plus, they share some more thoughts on their Holmes/Sheppard conversation and hear from some texters.

The guys rounded out the show with some parting thoughts on the who is more to blame discussion between Brad Holmes and Kelvin Sheppard.

What went wrong on defense?

Glenn or Sheppard?

Shepp getting defensive?!

Kelvin Sheppard has a 7 minute opening statement.

Lions vs. Jets, Eat That, Goff chip on the shoulder.

Today, we walk through the most critical calendar dates on the horizon and lay out exactly what we're watching for as basketball returns to Indy. What We Cover: Media Day (Sept 28): Johnny Furphy injury status and timeline updates, Ivica Zubac's conditioning, and offseason focus areas for Jarace Walker and the squad. Training Camp Kickoff (Sept 29): The practice jersey color trick, reading Carlisle's early bench hierarchy, rotation spots for Walker and Sheppard, and the backup 5 battle. Preseason Schedule (Oct 7–16): Starter minutes, rotation dynamics, and Tyrese Haliburton's approach to preseason travel (including his Iowa homecoming). Important Contract Dates (Oct 19): Key team option deadlines for Jarace Walker and Ben Sheppard. Nov 5 Cap Threshold: Why November 5 is the magic prorated cap date for a veteran minimum signing, plus a look at potential target free agents. Tyrese Haliburton on Boardroom Talks: Reacting to Tyrese's thoughts on playoff fire, superstar respect, frugality, and his bold postseason claims Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

HEATED Detroit Lions Defensive Debate.

6:00 HOUR: Did MSU get a moral victory on Saturday? Is Kelvin Sheppard on the hot seat?

Jeff Sheppard with The Family Wealth Group describes his dream burger on this, National Burger Day! We also get the skinny on the current events affecting the economy and personal investments facing folks managing their portfolios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Detroit Lions defense has no identity and got exposed in a 41-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills, falling behind 21-0 before settling in. Detroit surrendered six touchdowns and has allowed 63 first downs in two games, a crisis that demands immediate scheme clarity and personnel adjustments before Week 3. Why did Detroit fall behind 21-0 so fast? Because the defense failed on early downs and the offense opened with consecutive three and outs, handing Buffalo all the momentum. In the first quarter alone, Buffalo posted 11 first downs to Detroit's 1, outgained the Lions 169 yards to 10, and ran 21 plays to 7 with Detroit committing two penalties. Quarterback Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills, extended plays and punished breakdowns, while coverage busts turned routine scrambles into explosive scores. Detroit's pass rush and run fits did not complement each other, leaving the unit chasing the game and forcing quarterback Jared Goff, Detroit Lions, to play uphill before the offense found rhythm. Can the Lions fire defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard now? No, an outside change in Week 3 is not realistic, so fixes must come from within. As Jeff Risdon noted, nobody worth hiring takes over a struggling defense midstream with limited practice time and a roster built for the current vision. Defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard, Detroit Lions, installed a multiple approach, but constant toggling between fronts and coverages has produced confusion instead of disguise. The defense needs one thing it can hang its hat on. Pick a core identity, tighten assignments, and empower experienced assistants to add input while Sheppard streamlines calls and roles. How did Jared Goff and the offense actually play? After a brutal start, Jared Goff was excellent and dragged the Lions back into a game that never felt close. Protection issues were central. Offensive tackle Larry Borom, Detroit Lions, struggled in his third tackle role, and offensive tackle Penei Sewell, Detroit Lions, had an uncharacteristically rough night that disrupted both the run game and timing. Edge rusher Greg Rousseau, Buffalo Bills, consistently impacted snaps, and Detroit did not meaningfully exploit the surprise absence of defensive tackle Ed Oliver, Buffalo Bills. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs, Detroit Lions, sparked with a 16 yard run and helped as a receiver, and wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, Detroit Lions, kept chains moving during the rally. Guard Tate Ratledge, Detroit Lions, earned praise for steady play. The offense finished with 31 points, but the early hole and defensive leakage erased any comeback chance. What must change before the New York Jets in Week 3? Establish a clear defensive identity and get off the field. Detroit forced only two punts in Buffalo and gave up six touchdowns, an untenable formula. Linebacker Jack Campbell, Detroit Lions, and linebacker Devin White, Detroit Lions, must clean up run fits, and personnel should be reassessed, including giving cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr., Detroit Lions, a look if he is healthy. Head coach Dan Campbell, Detroit Lions, needs immediate schematic focus on third down, early down run integrity, and bust elimination. As Jeff Risdon said, this is a game the Lions should be expected to win comfortably. If it requires a last second kick, the ceiling shrinks to middle of the pack. Week 3 is the mandate to reset and prove this team's trajectory. #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #jaredgoff #jahmyrgibbs #amon-rast.brown #peneisewell #jackcampbell #dancampbell #larryborom #tateratledge #kelvinsheppard #ennisrakestrawjr. #joshallen #gregrousseau #edoliver #buffalobills #newyorkjets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike and Rico continued their ongoing Lions-Bills discussion, assigning blame for the embarrassing loss last night. They took more of your calls throughout this hour.

The guys assign blame for the overall defensive ineptitude last night and last week against the Saints.

7:00 HOUR: Who gets the blame for the Lions defense: Holmes, Sheppard, or someone else?

Who's to blame for the defense?

Sheppard are back home in Brisvegas, but they’ve swapped the world stage for Karaoke Bar Fridays! George, Amy and Emma reveal the sibling hierarchy, why George’s meat-smoking career was VERY short-lived, and what it’s like having a new baby in the mix. Then they absolutely send it on Geronimo, with Ricki getting involved in the most important part of the song.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Sheppard of The Family Wealth Group describes to Jack and his listeners how the events of 9/11 affected he and his family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

durée : 00:58:53 - par : Nicolas Pommaret - Deux saxophonistes à l'honneur ce soir : Charles Lloyd avec “Sangam & Friends” qui rend hommage à Zakir Hussain, et Andy Sheppard avec “Salt Catchers” et son nouveau trio. - équipe : Emmanuelle Lacaze, Cindy Legrumelec Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France

The best of Petzing and Sheppard.

Steve and Jeff listened to Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard's comments about Saints QB Tyler Shough.

Kruser in for Jack Pattie talks with former UK basketball player Jeff Sheppard from The Family Wealth Group, has the skinny on UK athletics and some insight on the new season, new team and new coach for the UK football program. Jeff then dons his financial advisor hat and informs and educates listeners on the purpose of a trust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.