Podcasts about skyscrapers

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I caught up with @joe_century_da_melanin_god (on instagram) at the Harlem Skyscraper Cycling Classic just before his Men's Cat 4/5 race. He's a co-founder of the legendary Century Plus Crews, a Brooklyn based cycling club known for their century plus rides and strong presence in the NYC bike scene. We talked about how the crew got started, the pace they push, the distances they cover, and more. Tap in!

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While our host enjoys some well-earned R&R, we're cracking open the Six Figure Trucker vault to revisit one of our most powerful conversations. We've got part two of our conversation with Peter Rizzo. As you heard last week, Peter is one of our top drivers and one that excels in logistics. In part two, we dive into Peter's incredible backstory. Before he was a fixture in a Big Rig, our guest today spent most of his days in the Big Apple. As a kid growing up playing basketball on the streets of Long Island, 6 foot 8 inch Peter Rizzo was often called a “Skyscraper.” He went on to play hoops in college before returning to the City as a police officer in the land of skyscrapers. But, within his first few months on the job, two of those towers came down. But, when the unthinkable occurred, Peter Rizzo joined his comrades and jumped straight into the fire to do what he could to rescue lives and restore a city. We thank him for his service, and we're honored to revisit this conversation today as he shares some of his memories of that time on the force with the NYPD. Don't miss this conversation with one of our nation's finest on this episode of the #SixFigureTrucker The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com.

Send Us an Email to Chat!This week we conclude Erotic 90's month with Anna Nicole Smith's 1996 masterpiece Skyscraper!! And talk about Ma 2!!You can watch Skyscapper on YouTube !!Follow us on Instagram:@Gaspatchojones@Homewreckingwhore@The_Miseducation_of_DandG_Pod@QualityHoegramming@MullhollanddazeCheck Out Our Website

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Secret Race to Save a New York Skyscraper From Collapse". In 1978, New York City came close to destruction... this is the story behind the Citigroup Center.This episode is sponsored by AMD. Try AMD Ryzen™ ThreadRipper™ here

India is a country with a population of over 1.3 billion people, and a land area of about 3.3 million square kilometers. It is also a country that has very few skyscrapers, compared to other major cities in the world. Why is that? In this video, we will explore the reasons why India resists building skyscrapers, and how it affects its urban development and culture. You will be surprised by what you will find out. #brightside #brightsideglobal TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 The first of its kind 02:05 Why India doesn't build many skyscrapers 07:18 A place in India where cars roll up a hill 15:47 $20,000 train ride in India This video is made for entertainment purposes. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, safety and reliability. Any action you take upon the information in this video is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any damages or losses. It is the viewer's responsibility to use judgement, care and precaution if you plan to replicate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Pearson presents a collection of the week's Witness History interviews from the BBC World Service. The expert guest is Dr Mirjam Brusius, a research fellow in colonial and global history at the German Historical Institute.First, we hear about Martín Chambi - Peru's pioneering documentary photographer.Then Amaize Ojeikere talks about his father, JD 'Okhai' Ojeikere, who created an iconic collection revealing the elaborate ways African women styled their hair.Plus, the story of Magnum Photos – the picture agency started up by World War Two photographers.And, Vivian Maier, the nanny who - since her death - has been hailed as one of the best street photographers of the 20th century.Finally, the mystery behind Lunch Atop a Skyscraper – the famous photograph showing 11 ironworkers eating lunch nearly 70 storeys high.Contributors:Roberto Chambi – grandson of photographer Martín Chambi Dr Mirjam Brusius - research fellow in colonial and global history at the German Historical Institute Amaize Ojeikere – son of photographer JD 'Okhai' Ojeikere Christine Roussel – Rockefeller Center archivist Jinx Rodger - widow of George Rodger, one of the founders of Magnum Photos Inge Bondi - Magnum Photos employee(Photo: Two books of photographs in the exhibition 'Martin Chambi and his contemporaries'. Credit: Getty Images)

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Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Shanghai Heist: Unveiling Secrets in a Skyscraper Gallery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-05-23-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在上海繁华的街头，一座现代化的摩天大楼矗立着。En: In the bustling streets of Shanghai, a modern skyscraper stands tall.Zh: 它是玻璃和钢铁的奇迹，楼内是简约而又豪华的设计。En: It is a marvel of glass and steel, with an interior design that is both minimalist and luxurious.Zh: 春天的阳光透过巨大的窗户洒在地板上，显得明亮而温暖。En: The spring sunshine pours through the enormous windows, making the floor appear bright and warm.Zh: 今天，这里有一个很特别的展览。En: Today, there is a very special exhibition here.Zh: 连是这个展览的策展人，她一向以细致和责任感著称。En: Lian is the curator of this exhibition, known for her meticulousness and sense of responsibility.Zh: 然而，今天早上，她的世界坍塌了。En: However, this morning, her world collapsed.Zh: 一个价值连城的艺术品不翼而飞！En: A priceless artwork vanished into thin air!Zh: 展览很快要开始，连必须快速找回失踪的艺术品，否则她的名誉和事业都会受到影响。En: The exhibition is about to start, and Lian must quickly retrieve the missing artwork, or her reputation and career will be affected.Zh: 在展览筹备期间，连注意到一个叫乔的人。En: During the exhibition preparations, Lian noticed a man named Qiao.Zh: 他是个很有魅力的艺术品商人，但他的动机始终让人不安。En: He is a very charming art dealer, but his motivations always seemed unsettling.Zh: 而明是一个好奇的记者，擅长发掘秘密。En: Meanwhile, Ming is a curious journalist, skilled at uncovering secrets.Zh: 在这个危急时刻，连决定和明合作，虽然她对记者一向持有怀疑态度。En: In this critical moment, Lian decides to cooperate with Ming, even though she has always held a skeptical attitude towards journalists.Zh: 两人在摩天大楼里的展厅到处寻找线索。En: The two search for clues throughout the exhibition hall in the skyscraper.Zh: 经过一番讨论和分析，他俩发现一处可疑的地方，隐约通向一个秘密的通道。En: After some discussion and analysis, they discover a suspicious area that vaguely leads to a secret passage.Zh: 在通道的尽头，他们发现一个隐藏的储藏室，里面就是消失的艺术品。En: At the end of the passage, they find a hidden storage room, where the missing artwork is.Zh: 储藏室里站着的人让连大吃一惊。En: The person standing in the storage room surprises Lian greatly.Zh: 乔微笑着，显然没有料到被发现。En: Qiao is smiling, clearly not expecting to be discovered.Zh: 原来，他计划用这件失踪的艺术品为一个竞争展览制造轰动。En: It turns out he planned to use the missing artwork to create a sensation for a rival exhibition.Zh: 在最后一刻，连勇敢地拿回了艺术品，赶在展览开始前安然无恙地归还。En: In the last moment, Lian bravely retrieves the artwork and returns it safe and sound before the exhibition begins.Zh: 通过这次经历，连学会了更加谨慎，也意识到了艺术界的复杂和欺骗。En: Through this experience, Lian learned to be more cautious and became aware of the complexity and deceit in the art world.Zh: 展览如期举行，光彩夺目。En: The exhibition was held as scheduled, and it was dazzling.Zh: 连站在展厅中央，心里明白，她不仅保护了自己的事业，还看清了周围人的真实面孔。En: Lian stood in the center of the exhibition hall, with the understanding that she not only protected her career but also perceived the true faces of those around her.Zh: 她知道，在信任和怀疑之间，需要找到新的平衡。En: She realized that between trust and skepticism, a new balance needed to be found. Vocabulary Words:bustling: 繁华的skyscraper: 摩天大楼marvel: 奇迹minimalist: 简约luxurious: 豪华enormous: 巨大的curator: 策展人meticulousness: 细致vanished: 不翼而飞retrieve: 找回career: 事业charming: 有魅力unsettling: 不安suspicious: 可疑的passage: 通道hidden: 隐藏的storage: 储藏室sensation: 轰动retrieves: 拿回deceit: 欺骗dazzling: 光彩夺目perceived: 看清skeptical: 怀疑exhibition: 展览collapsed: 坍塌rival: 竞争journalist: 记者motivation: 动机aware: 意识到balance: 平衡

Jer and Devon are back with a packed episode of Daily Detroit. Where we'ver been: Let's kick things off with a glowing review of a special Club sandwich at Rocco's Italian Deli; plus talk about Detroit's hot new Aperol Spritz bar. Then we get into the impact of Mercedes-Benz relocating corporate jobs and the broader shift in Michigan's auto industry. Finally, we shine a light on the basically abandoned AT&T building in downtown Detroit and brainstorm ways to transform it (and that entire strip of Cass) into what could be a great urban residential neighborhood. Daily Detroit shares what to know and where to go in Detroit every day. Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942  Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/  

You may have heard the urban legend that a penny dropped from the top of a skyscraper can kill a person or crack the sidewalk. But is this really true? In this video, we will explain why a coin falling from a skyscraper is not as dangerous as you think, using physics and math. #brightside #brightsideglobal TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 Penny falling from a skyscraper 08:01 What if planets were cubes 16:30 What if the Moon broke in half This video is made for entertainment purposes. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, safety and reliability. Any action you take upon the information in this video is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any damages or losses. It is the viewer's responsibility to use judgement, care and precaution if you plan to replicate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Electrical Trades Union (ETU) is facing backlash for campaigning against the construction of new skyscrapers in Sydney’s CBD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1932, a photo was taken showing 11 New York ironworkers casually eating their lunch while sitting on a steel beam at the top of a skyscraper. No safety harnesses, no helmets. Their legs dangle freely over the death-defying drop.'Lunch Atop a Skyscraper' is now one of the most famous pictures in the world but it's an image surrounded in mystery. For years, the identity of its photographer and the 11 men have been unknown.Christine Roussel, archivist at the Rockefeller Center, tells Vicky Farncombe about her mission to uncover the photo's secrets.Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from football in Brazil, the history of the ‘Indian Titanic' and the invention of air fryers, to Public Enemy's Fight The Power, subway art and the political crisis in Georgia. We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: visionary architect Antoni Gaudi and the design of the Sagrada Familia; Michael Jordan and his bespoke Nike trainers; Princess Diana at the Taj Mahal; and Görel Hanser, manager of legendary Swedish pop band Abba on the influence they've had on the music industry. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the time an Iraqi journalist hurled his shoes at the President of the United States in protest of America's occupation of Iraq; the creation of the Hollywood commercial that changed advertising forever; and the ascent of the first Aboriginal MP.(Photo: Lunch Atop a Skyscraper. Credit: Getty Images)

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On Economics Explored, host Gene Tunny and guest Dr. Mark Thornton discuss the "Skyscraper Curse," the uncanny correlation between constructing the world's tallest buildings and subsequent global economic crises. Mark explains why these architectural achievements often precede financial downturns. With the resurrection of Saudi Arabia's Jeddah Tower project—destined to become the world's tallest building—set for completion around 2027, could another global economic crisis be imminent?Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that connects skyscrapers, economics, and predictions for our financial future.Additional Resources"The Skyscraper Curse and Austrian Economics with Mark Thornton" (Economics Explored Podcast with Gene Tunney): Mises.org/MI_120_AThe Skyscraper Curse: And How Austrian Economists Predicted Every Major Economic Crisis of the Last Century by Mark Thornton: Mises.org/CurseAn Essay on Economic Theory by Richard Cantillon (edited by Mark Thornton): Mises.org/MI_120_BBe sure to follow Minor Issues at Mises.org/MinorIssues

Two Denver skyscrapers just sold for a jaw-dropping 96% discount from their 2019 values. That's right—buildings once worth $200 million went for a mere $3.2 million, less than many single-family homes! This episode exposes how tech-heavy cities like Denver, San Francisco, and Seattle are watching their commercial real estate markets collapse as remote work hollows out downtown cores and homeless encampments drive away remaining businesses. Is this the inevitable result of pandemic policies, or just the first domino in a nationwide commercial real estate crisis? Watch as we break down how Democrat-run tech hubs are facing the consequences of years of mismanagement while developers scramble to convert empty office buildings into residential units. Subscribe and share to help expose the financial disaster your local officials would rather keep hidden!

As our centennial series continues, Michael Kimmelman, architecture critic for The New York Times and the author of The Intimate City: Walking New York (Penguin Press, 2022), talks about the major changes to the NYC skyline across the past century.

Grassroots organizers celebrated a rare victory against a high-profile development project in Sarasota Tuesday. Johannes Werner reports.Next: A Suncoast Searchlight investigation describes the high cost of challenging development in the courts. Derek Gilliam brings us that story.Then: An empty seat on the Venice city council was filled Tuesday. WSLR News' Ramon Lopez reports.Next: A Democratic senator from Connecticut and the nation's youngest U.S. representative came to Sarasota. More than 1,000 flocked to their town hall, and WSLR News reporter Tamara Solum tried to find out why, and whether this experience may turn into movement.

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Did you know that medieval Bologna, Italy, was once packed with towering skyscrapers? Back in the 12th and 13th centuries, the city had nearly 100 tall, narrow towers built by wealthy families as both status symbols and defensive structures. These towers dominated the skyline, with the tallest reaching over 300 feet high! Today, only about 20 towers remain, with the iconic Asinelli and Garisenda towers standing as symbols of Bologna's rich history. And it's far from being the only place from the past with amazing secrets that will boil your brain even today. Let's dive into a journey through time - are you ready? CreditsAnimation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music from TheSoul Sound: https://thesoul-sound.com/ Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD34jRLrMrJux4VxV Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brightside Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brightside.official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.official?lang=en Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This video is made for entertainment purposes. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, safety and reliability. Any action you take upon the information in this video is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any damages or losses. It is the viewer's responsibility to use judgement, care and precaution if you plan to replicate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Sundilla Radio Hour for the week of 04/21/2025 featuring: Tift Merritt "Keep You Happy" Another Country (2007 Concord) 5:05 Mark Erelli "A Little Kindnes" Live in Rockport: Mark Erelli + His String Quintet (2025 Mark Erelli) 3:46 Julia Cannon "Yellow Lines" How Many (2023 Julia Cannon) 4:12 Tim Grimm "Barbed Wire Boys" Bones of Trees (2025 Tim Grimm) 3:42 Terra Spencer "Twenty Years In" Sunset (2024 Terra Spencer) 4:16 Austin MacRae "Better Devil" Better Devil (2019 Austin MacRae) 4:29 Mike Kinnebrew "Where the Big Waves Are" One Way to Find out (Live at Eddie's Attic) (2020 Mike Kinnebrew) 4:21 Kim Beggs "Ain't It Hard, Ain't It Hard" Beneath Your Skin (2024 Kim Beggs) 3:09 Adelaide Heldman "Rivers, Skyscrapers, and Stones" Adelaide Heldman (2024 Addle Paddle) 3:24 Moors & McCumber "Everything" Live From Blue Rock (2021 M & M) 2:46 Crys Matthews "The Good Stuff" Reclamation (2025 Crys Matthews) 4:11 Dave Carter & Tracy Grammer "Gentle Arms of Eden" Drum Hat Buddha (2014 Signature Sounds) 3:03 Hannah Wyatt "Albatross" Hummingbird (2023 Hannah Wyatt) 3:18

Special US Envoy Steve Witkoff is meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as part of the White House's latest effort to end the war in Ukraine. We'll tell you which US goods China seems to have quietly rolled back its retaliatory tariffs on. A highly controversial US cardinal will help close Pope Francis' coffin. President Donald Trump says he'll have an interview with the reporter at the center of that infamous Signal group chat. Plus, a second chance for the world's tallest abandoned skyscraper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un presided over a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week for another new 10,000-home skyscraper street in Pyongyang, coinciding with the April 15 “Day of the Sun” holiday celebrating the birth of state founder Kim Il Sung. NK News Correspondent Joon Ha Park joins the podcast to discuss the significance of the project, as well as the U.N.'s aviation body's dismissal of a North Korean complaint about an alleged South Korean drone intrusion last year. He also talks about the number of North Korean refugees that arrived in South Korea in the first quarter of 2025. About the podcast: The North Korea News Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Jacco Zwetsloot exclusively for NK News, covering all things DPRK — from news to extended interviews with leading experts and analysts in the field, along with insight from our very own journalists.

This lecture is entitled Saint Among the Skyscrapers: The American Afterlife of Mother Frances Xavier Cabrini. It was presented by Kathleen Sprows Cummings of the University of Notre Dame on June 10, 2021, at the University Club of Chicago.

Join Tharan Suvarna as he takes you on a deep dive into the rich—and sometimes spicy—history of Jackson, Michigan. From feuding pioneers to booming railroads and skyscraper disasters, this episode reveals the untold stories behind one of Michigan's most intriguing cities. You won't want to miss this wild ride through time!

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The unusual-looking Price Tower, a 1-of-1 from starchitect Frank Lloyd Wright, has been the pride of Bartlesville, Oklahoma for more than 60 years. But the challenge of maintaining the skyscraper as a historic piece of art has made it difficult for the building's owners to keep it open.

In this engaging episode of the Learn Polish Podcast, hosts Roy and Marta delve into the vocabulary and cultural nuances of different types of Polish houses. Starting with the basics, they discuss the meaning of 'dom' and 'blok', and move on to explore the various forms of residential buildings, such as 'wieżowiec' and 'drapacz chmur'. Listeners will gain insights into the linguistic and cultural aspects of housing in Poland, including the differences between blocks of flats, skyscrapers, and more traditional homes like 'bliźniak' and 'dom szeregowy'. The episode also covers important related vocabulary, ensuring that learners not only understand the words but also their practical usage in everyday Polish conversation. Perfect for Polish language enthusiasts and anyone interested in Polish culture, this episode is sure to enrich your understanding of how homes and living spaces are discussed in Poland.   --------- All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠  ___________________

Send us a textToday's episode is my conversation about the 1928 films Street Angel and Skyscraper. My friend Beth Lisogorsky from Beth's TV & Film Recommendations joins me to discuss the films and we talk about some of the visual touches in Street Angel, how vertigo inducing some of the images in Skyscraper are, and a wonderful relationship between to two leads in Skyscraper. Check out the previous episode where Beth and I first covered Street Angel. You can watch Street Angel and Skyscraper YouTube and be sure to check out Beth's newsletter.Other films mentioned in this episode include:Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans directed by F. W. MurnauFour Devils directed by F. W. MurnauMurnau's 4 Devils: Traces of a Lost Film directed by Janet Bergstrom"The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat Station" directed by the Lumiere BrothersSpeedy directed by Ted Wilde and Clyde BruckmanAn Affair to Remember directed by Leo McCareyLove Story directed by Arthur HillerLove Affair directed by Leo McCareyGood Will Hunting directed by Gus Van SantOther referenced topics:The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand"At the Intersection of Love & Technology" by Beth LisogorskyVariety review of SkyscraperPhotoplay Magazine review of SkyscraperLetterboxd review of Skyscraper by @ChristofCritique from silentsaregolden.com

Today we'll be talking about the Thai governments response to the devastating earthquake that struck the country, both disconcerting and uplifting tales of peoples' reaction to the disaster, and a little later the wider effect and response from ASEAN partners in the region.

What happens when politically underdeveloped abolitionists team up with ladder-climbing non-profit directors and big money philanthropy? Nothing good, that's what! Jamie and Sam are joined by Zhandarka Kurti and Jarrod Shanahan to discuss their new book “Skyscraper Jails: The Abolitionist Fight Against Jail Expansion in New York City” and the heartbreaking, cautionary tale about how a fight to shut down Rikers Island prison was taken over, watered-down, and channeled into a movement to built four of the tallest prisons in the world. Why does the prison industry develop in response to the failures of capitalism? How was the movement to shut down one prison turned into a movement to open a network of skyscraper jail facilities? Will Rikers Island ever close? Was “Defund the Police” actually just a betrayal of the George Floyd Rebellion? How can our movements win? All this and more on this week's special episode. Buy the book here: https://www.haymarketbooks.org/books/2454-skyscraper-jails 00:00:00 Introductions and banter 00:03:13 Jarrod & Zhara's experience in college Criminology Depts 00:09:10 J & Z's collaborative writing process and staying accountable to the movement 00:16:59 “Skyscraper Jails” overview - nonprofitication 00:26:11 How did the U.S. “prison industrial complex” develop in response to failures of capitalism? 00:34:26 How did “Close Rikers” morph into advocating for four new NYC jails? 00:48:00 No such thing as a “better” jail 00:53:21 Spicy takes on Defund the Police movement SIGN UP NOW at https://patreon.com/partygirls to get all of our bonus content, Discord access, and a shout out on the pod! Join our YouTube channel as a member to get access to bonus videos (the same one's you'd find on Patreon!): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0T-lzkTsMt1tBSvp958UGQ/join Follow us on ALL the Socials: Instagram: @party.girls.pod YouTube: @partygirlspod TikTok: @party.girls.pod Twitter: @partygirlspod BlueSky: @partygirls.bsky.social Leave us a nice review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you feel so inclined: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/party-girls/id1577239978 https://open.spotify.com/show/71ESqg33NRlEPmDxjbg4rO Executive Producer: Andrew Callaway Producers: Charlotte Albrecht, Jon B., Ryan M.

On today's all-local daily podcast with Jer and Norris: New Area Code: 679 is getting added to the City of Detroit and nearby suburbs in Wayne County due to the exhaustion of numbers in the 313 code.  Ren Cen Tower Auction Price: Turns out neither of us had the coin for the $9 million price tag on the 21-story tower off to the side of the Renaissance Center. More: https://www.crainsdetroit.com/real-estate/renaissance-center-600-tower-lands-92m-high-bid-auction Wayne State Housing: Jer discusses an article in the Free Press that highlights that very few of the Wayne State students live on campus. Norris and Jer discuss that having a large student population in midtown would vitalize that area of the city and further contribute to the culture in the city. More: https://www.freep.com/story/news/education/2025/03/18/wayne-state-students-commute-for-a-mix-of-campus-city-life/82310609007/ America's Best Pizza Cities: According to one list, Detroit is not number one. Rochester, New York is at the top of a recent list. Detroit should be higher, emphasizing the city's unique square pizza and the fact that several national chains originated in the area.  Soccer: Detroit City FC is having a good season and the United Soccer League (USL) is considering a promotion and relegation system. DCFC is looking to raise $10 million. USL approved a promotion and relegation system. It needs approval from US Soccer (the Federation). Jer and Norris discuss how all of this could improve and give opportunities to the City of Detroit. Jer notes the Brownfield credits have been approved. Schedule Change Announcement: The Daily Detroit show will be switching from a 5 day per week format to 4 days per week format. To make the show better, but also give a measure of balance back to the production crew. There is a survey on http://wwww.DailyDetroit.com/survey and there is also content on Patreon (our Off The Record, Off The Rails podcast and a Discord community). http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Back in July 1984, Guitar Player magazine featured Eddie Van Halen on the cover. Since staff editor Jas Obrecht had already interviewed Eddie multiple times, the team asked him to create a crash course in Eddie's playing style. Eddie agreed, and music editor Jim Ferguson was sent to LA for the “My Tips for Beginners” section. For more advanced players, Eruption—Van Halen's legendary guitar-and-drums instrumental from 1978—was the obvious choice. But who could accurately transcribe such a groundbreaking piece? The answer: a young Steve Vai, fresh off recording his Flex-Able solo album. At just 23, Vai was a Berklee College of Music graduate and a member of Frank Zappa's band. His meticulous handwritten transcription of Eruption—complete with detailed performance notes—was nothing short of a work of art. Fast-forward 40 years: In January 2025, Jas posted a podcast interview with Vai from his Skyscraper era with David Lee Roth. The response was overwhelming, so we knew fans would love to see this historic transcription. Steve graciously gave his permission, joking that he might question its accuracy today after so many years and notes played! This original 1984 transcription is now archived in the University of North Carolina's Southern Folklife Collection, thanks to the efforts of Shaw Lentz and the SFC team. Now, we're bringing it to you in high-resolution detail!

The Slamfest Soundcheck is the debate of a variety of music-related topics outside of the traditional Slamfest Podcast-themed episodes.Episode 14 -  Related artist output debate – DLR-related output vs. Sammy Hagar-related output between 1981 and 1994.  Brad "comingles" and "cross-pollinates" for the first time on the Slamfest family of podcasts...he welcomes Slamfest crew member Craig and one of the hosts from the Podder than Hell Podcast, Steve, to debate this topic.   DLR-related output in play - Fair Warning, Diver Down, 1984, Crazy from the Heat EP, Eat 'Em and Smile, Skyscraper, A Little Ain't Enough and Your Filthy Little Mouth.  Sammy Hagar-related output in play - Standing Hampton, Three Lock Box, H.S.A.S., VOA, 5150, I Never Said Goodbye, OU812 and For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge.Music in this episode by:Tenacious DAerosmithVisit the Slamfest Podcast online at: https://slamfest-podcast.simplecast.comRequest to join the Slamfest Podcast private Facebook page here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/slamfestpodcastE-mail us at : slamfestpodcast@gmail.com

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Mystery Unveiled: Secrets Behind the Glass Skyscraper Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-03-07-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 冬天快结束了，整个城市都在准备元宵节的庆祝活动。En: Winter was nearing its end, and the entire city was preparing for the Yuanxiao Festival celebrations.Zh: 但在城市中心的高楼大厦里，还有一个未解的谜团。En: But in the skyscraper at the city center, there was an unresolved mystery.Zh: 连是一名建筑师，她工作在这座高楼里。En: Lian was an architect working in this skyscraper.Zh: 高楼外面是玻璃和钢铁，反射着城市的繁忙和阴沉的天空。En: The exterior was glass and steel, reflecting the city's hustle and the gloomy sky.Zh: 连总是注意到每一个细节。En: Lian always paid attention to every detail.Zh: 有一天，她发现大楼的平面图上出现了一个从未见过的房间。En: One day, she discovered a room on the building's floor plans that she had never seen before.Zh: 她对此感到无比好奇。En: Her curiosity was piqued.Zh: 杰是一名记者。En: Jie was a journalist.Zh: 他最近正在调查关于这栋大楼的一个可疑事件。En: Recently, he had been investigating a suspicious incident regarding this building.Zh: 有传言说大楼的拥有者在秘密进行某种交易。En: Rumor had it that the building's owner was engaging in some secret dealings.Zh: 杰认为，这个房间就是解决谜团的关键。En: Jie believed that this room was the key to solving the mystery.Zh: 梅则是大楼的保安。En: Mei was the building's security guard.Zh: 她对每一层楼、每一个角落都很熟悉。En: She was familiar with every floor and every corner.Zh: 多年来，她一直尽心尽责。En: Over the years, she had been diligent and responsible.Zh: 然而，关于这个神秘房间的传闻让她也有些怀疑。En: However, the rumors about this mysterious room made her a bit skeptical as well.Zh: 连、杰和梅决定联手探查这个房间的目的。En: Lian, Jie, and Mei decided to team up to investigate the purpose of this room.Zh: 他们假装是在调查一个安全问题，从而能堂而皇之地进行调查。En: They pretended to be investigating a security issue, allowing them to conduct their inquiry openly.Zh: 梅用她对大楼的了解带领大家找到房间的入口，而杰则用他的记者身份通过了大楼严密的安检。En: Mei, using her knowledge of the building, led them to the room's entrance, while Jie used his journalist credentials to pass the building's tight security.Zh: 当房间的门悄然打开时，他们发现里面正在进行一些见不得人的交易。En: When the door to the room quietly opened, they discovered some unsavory transactions taking place inside.Zh: 原来，这个房间是大楼的拥有者们用于进行隐秘协议的地方。En: It turned out that this room was where the building's owners conducted their secret agreements.Zh: 通过杰的报道，这个秘密被曝光，给大楼的管理带来了巨大的冲击和变化。En: Through Jie's report, the secret was exposed, bringing significant impact and change to the building's management.Zh: 事情真相大白，所有人都对自己的选择作出了反思。En: The truth came to light, and everyone reflected on their choices.Zh: 对于连来说，这次经历不仅让她更加坚定地追求真相，也让她意识到，即使面对强大的利益集团，也不可以放弃自己的信念。En: For Lian, this experience not only strengthened her resolve to pursue the truth but also made her realize that even when faced with powerful interest groups, she should not forsake her beliefs.Zh: 随着元宵节的灯笼在夜空中渐渐点亮，城市的喧嚣声此起彼伏。En: As lanterns for the Yuanxiao Festival gradually lit up the night sky, the noise of the city rose and fell.Zh: 在大楼的顶层，连、杰和梅站在一起，看着城市的灯火。En: On the top floor of the building, Lian, Jie, and Mei stood together, gazing at the city's lights.Zh: 他们知道，这只是一个开始。En: They knew this was just the beginning.Zh: 新的篇章正在展开。En: A new chapter was unfolding. Vocabulary Words:nearing: 快unresolved: 未解architect: 建筑师skyscraper: 高楼大厦exterior: 外面steel: 钢铁reflecting: 反射hustle: 繁忙gloomy: 阴沉curiosity: 好奇piqued: 感到journalist: 记者incident: 事件suspicious: 可疑rumor: 传言dealings: 交易key: 关键security: 保安diligent: 尽心尽责responsible: 负责inquiry: 调查credentials: 身份unsavory: 见不得人的transactions: 交易agreements: 协议exposed: 曝光significant: 巨大的impact: 冲击beliefs: 信念lanterns: 灯笼

Episode 26: Skyscrapers, World Currencies & Kids' Favorite SnacksIn this episode, we're reaching new heights—literally and figuratively! First, we explore the engineering marvels behind the world's tallest skyscrapers and some of the most famous ones. Then, we take a global tour of currencies, uncovering fascinating facts about money from different countries. Finally, we bring it back home with a fun look at kids' favorite snacks—what makes them so irresistible and are your favorites includes? Tune in for a mix of architecture, economics, and childhood nostalgia! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For more than a century, window cleaning for skyscrapers has been a dangerous, labor-intensive job. Skyline Robotics is changing that.In this episode of Building Better, Ross Blum, President and COO of Skyline Robotics, discusses how their flagship robotic system, Ozmo, is transforming facade maintenance through automation. Ozmo cleans windows three times faster than traditional methods, reduces risk for human workers, and creates new opportunities in the industry.The conversation explores the challenges of implementing robotics in an established industry, how trust is built with stakeholders, and the role of human labor in automation. Ross also shares insights into privacy concerns, cost drivers, and the technical complexities of working with outdoor robotics.About Building Better:Building Better with Brandon Bartneck focuses on the people, products, and companies creating a better tomorrow, often in the transportation and manufacturing sectors. Previously called the Future of Mobility podcast, the show features real, human conversations exploring what leaders and innovators are doing, why and how they're doing it, and what we can learn from their experiences. Topics include manufacturing, production, assembly, autonomous driving, electric vehicles, hydrogen and fuel cells, leadership, and more.About Skyline Robotics:Skyline Robotics is a deep tech robotics and automation company bringing robotics to facade maintenance. Its flagship product, Ozmo, is the world's first high-rise window cleaning robot, offering a safer, faster, and more effective alternative to human window washers. With artificial intelligence, computer vision, and machine learning, Ozmo is disrupting the $40B window cleaning industry. While Ozmo automates the physical task, human operators remain an integral part of the process, overseeing operations and ensuring efficiency.Key Takeaways: Skyline Robotics is revolutionizing window cleaning through automation. The company's mission is to own the facade, extending beyond just cleaning. Automation presents major opportunities in outdoor environments. Trust-building is critical for successful implementation of robotics. Privacy concerns must be addressed when using data collection technologies. The cost of window cleaning is influenced by labor, weather, and regulations. Human labor still plays a role in the automation process. Transparency and humility are key in building client relationships. Technical challenges include adapting to various building designs and conditions. Data analysis can enhance building maintenance and efficiency.Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Skyline Robotics 05:52 The Importance of Facade Maintenance 08:47 Cost Drivers in Window Cleaning 11:34 Automation and Labor Dynamics 14:58 Privacy Concerns and Data Management 17:49 Facade Management Opportunities 20:44 Technical Challenges in Robotic Cleaning 23:41 Building Trust in Automation 26:48 The Journey of Innovation 29:54 Conclusion and Key Takeaways 46:17 The Complexity of Window Cleaning Automation 48:40 Building Trust in Automation IndustriesAbout the Guest:Ross Blum is the President and COO of Skyline Robotics, leading operations across Israel and the USA. With a background in business operations and strategy, Ross previously served as COO of Quidd and CAO of pingmd, leading both companies through successful acquisitions. He holds a J.D. from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, an M.S. from Georgetown University in Sports Management, and a B.S. in Business Management from Babson College.Links & Resources: Learn more about Skyline Robotics: Skyline Robotics LinkedIn Connect with Ross Blum: Ross Blum LinkedIn Show Notes: brandonbartneck.com/buildingbetter/rossblumConnect with Building Better:Follow the podcast for more inspiring conversations: Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts

“You are fighting to stay alive. You are fully in the present moment. You don't have time to think about being afraid. You are focused on what you are doing. You struggle to pass another window. You don't have time to think about your problems. The only thing you are concerned about deep down in the back of your mind is that you need to stay alive, and for that, you need to remain calm and focused.”How can we overcome our fears? How can we challenge ourselves, pushing our physical boundaries to achieve the impossible?Alain Robert is a renowned rock climber and urban climber. Known as "the French Spider-Man” or "the Human Spider," Robert is famous for his free solo climbing, scaling skyscrapers using no climbing equipment except for a small bag of chalk and a pair of climbing shoes. Some of his most notable ascents include the Burj Khalifa, the Eiffel Tower, and the Sydney Opera House, and over 200 of the world's tallest skyscrapers. He is also a motivational speaker and the author of The Spider-man: Free and Unattached, and With Bare Hands: The True Story of Alain Robert, the Real-life Spiderman.www.instagram.com/alainrobertofficial/?hl=frwww.creativeprocess.infowww.oneplanetpodcast.orgInstagram @creativeprocesspodcastImage courtesy of alainrobert.com

“You are fighting to stay alive. You are fully in the present moment. You don't have time to think about being afraid. You are focused on what you are doing. You struggle to pass another window. You don't have time to think about your problems. The only thing you are concerned about deep down in the back of your mind is that you need to stay alive, and for that, you need to remain calm and focused.”How can we overcome our fears? How can we challenge ourselves, pushing our physical boundaries to achieve the impossible?Alain Robert is a renowned rock climber and urban climber. Known as "the French Spider-Man” or "the Human Spider," Robert is famous for his free solo climbing, scaling skyscrapers using no climbing equipment except for a small bag of chalk and a pair of climbing shoes. Some of his most notable ascents include the Burj Khalifa, the Eiffel Tower, and the Sydney Opera House, and over 200 of the world's tallest skyscrapers. He is also a motivational speaker and the author of The Spider-man: Free and Unattached, and With Bare Hands: The True Story of Alain Robert, the Real-life Spiderman.www.instagram.com/alainrobertofficial/?hl=frwww.creativeprocess.infowww.oneplanetpodcast.orgInstagram @creativeprocesspodcastImage courtesy of alainrobert.com

“You are fighting to stay alive. You are fully in the present moment. You don't have time to think about being afraid. You are focused on what you are doing. You struggle to pass another window. You don't have time to think about your problems. The only thing you are concerned about deep down in the back of your mind is that you need to stay alive, and for that, you need to remain calm and focused.”How can we overcome our fears? How can we challenge ourselves, pushing our physical boundaries to achieve the impossible?Alain Robert is a renowned rock climber and urban climber. Known as "the French Spider-Man” or "the Human Spider," Robert is famous for his free solo climbing, scaling skyscrapers using no climbing equipment except for a small bag of chalk and a pair of climbing shoes. Some of his most notable ascents include the Burj Khalifa, the Eiffel Tower, and the Sydney Opera House, and over 200 of the world's tallest skyscrapers. He is also a motivational speaker and the author of The Spider-man: Free and Unattached, and With Bare Hands: The True Story of Alain Robert, the Real-life Spiderman.www.instagram.com/alainrobertofficial/?hl=frwww.creativeprocess.infowww.oneplanetpodcast.orgInstagram @creativeprocesspodcastImage courtesy of alainrobert.com

“You are fighting to stay alive. You are fully in the present moment. You don't have time to think about being afraid. You are focused on what you are doing. You struggle to pass another window. You don't have time to think about your problems. The only thing you are concerned about deep down in the back of your mind is that you need to stay alive, and for that, you need to remain calm and focused.”How can we overcome our fears? How can we challenge ourselves, pushing our physical boundaries to achieve the impossible?Alain Robert is a renowned rock climber and urban climber. Known as "the French Spider-Man” or "the Human Spider," Robert is famous for his free solo climbing, scaling skyscrapers using no climbing equipment except for a small bag of chalk and a pair of climbing shoes. Some of his most notable ascents include the Burj Khalifa, the Eiffel Tower, and the Sydney Opera House, and over 200 of the world's tallest skyscrapers. He is also a motivational speaker and the author of The Spider-man: Free and Unattached, and With Bare Hands: The True Story of Alain Robert, the Real-life Spiderman.www.instagram.com/alainrobertofficial/?hl=frwww.creativeprocess.infowww.oneplanetpodcast.orgInstagram @creativeprocesspodcastImage courtesy of alainrobert.com

Episode 290 Mice have been found saving the lives of their cagemates by performing a resuscitation technique similar to CPR. After opening the mouth of an unconscious mouse, the “attending mouse” yanks up its tongue to clear the airways and dislodges anything that's stuck. This remarkable discovery shows that empathy and consolation behaviour is more widespread in mammals than we thought, and hints at a mouse theory of mind. Tiny, lab-grown bits of human brain are being combined to create something that resembles a more complete organ. This “multi-region brain organoid” contains 80 per cent of the cell types found in a 40-day-old fetal brain. The team behind it aims to study conditions like autism and schizophrenia - with some suggesting they could one day be used in artificial intelligence. But this all throws up major ethical issues…at what point do these brains start feeling pain, or gain consciousness? From wooden skyscrapers to wooden batteries, wood is being used in many innovative and surprising ways. Cross-laminated timber and densified wood are proving to be durable, sustainable alternatives to a range of other materials. And now a team has gone one step further, by creating a wood-based hair conditioner. But will this pitch black, funny smelling alternative catch on? Chapters: (00:29) Mice performing CPR (10:58) Lab-grown human brains (17:10) Making skyscrapers, cars and hair conditioner from wood Hosted by Rowan Hooper and Penny Sarchet, with guests Michael Le Page and Madeleine Cuff. To read more about these stories, visit https://www.newscientist.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on I Don't Get It, it's a classic ramble! Ashley, Lauren, and Naz dive into tracking menstrual cycles, weird cravings, and synced periods before spiraling into conspiracy theories involving the military and telepathic autistic children, and Naz shares a personal story about a truly wild case of synchronicity. Plus, ever wondered about the economics of skyscraper window washing? No? Well, we're covering that too. Lastly, we're asking you to call in and share your own too-weird-to-believe stories of synchronicity! ‪(609) 365-1885‬!Leave Us a Voicemail and tell us what you don't get! Call 609 - 365-1885‬Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comSend us a message on our Instagram at @idontgetitpodcast or join us over in our private Facebook group!Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order. Go to hero.co and use code IDGI at checkout.Get started at FACTORMEALS.com/getit50off and use code getit50off to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.