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Time for Sports Graffiti! Mason and Ireland dive into the news of Ohtani not starting on the mound tonight and also will not participate in the All-Star game. Shaq's new Dunk Contest is coming soon! The guys are joined by NBA reporter Jovan Buha! What does Buha think the next moves for the Lakers are? Another guest joins the show, Katie Woo, breaks down the latest with the Dodgers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Want to know how to avoid getting burned by shippers with terrible operations or a track record of late payments? Today, Lance Healy from FreightFacts is back with a game-changing solution: scorecarding shippers! Lance drops some knowledge on how his new venture is bringing much-needed transparency and accountability to the LTL space. We break down the massive gap between the boardroom and the dock, and why having access to a shipper's score—tracking everything from dwell times to damage claims—is priceless information you need before you even start prospecting. If you're ready to level up your operations, gain a competitive advantage, and leverage the power of standardized APIs and automation to scale your freight brokerage, don't miss our conversation!   About Lance Healy Lance is the Co-Founder and CEO of Freight Facts, the industry's first data drivenshipper scorecard relating to LTL shipping location attributes and behaviors. Prior to Freight Facts, Lance served as the VP of Innovations at Optym, that focused on developing applications for LTL Carrier line and P&D optimization. Prior to that, Lance was the Founder and President of Banyan Technology that pioneered API connections to LTL Carriers in the late 1990's. He was awarded a US patent on LTL Carrier Dynamic Pricing in 2017. Lance serves several positions on numerous industry associations including the CSCMP, Center Of Excellence chair of Technology and Awards committees, and serves as a chair of Digital LTL Council workshops defining the next evolution of efficiency through APIs.   Connect with Lance Website: https://freightfacts.io/  Email: lhealy@freightfacts.io     

Katie believes the wedding of Taylor Swift is just a smokescreen:

Today on Uncommon Sense, we're taking a deeper look at the Israel-Iran conflict, the continuing questions surrounding the Epstein files, and the assassination of Charlie Kirk. We'll discuss why these stories continue to dominate public conversation, explore the political and geopolitical questions people are asking, and examine why these events should be viewed together rather than in isolation.--https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

America Out Loud PULSE with Dr. Peter McCullough and Malcolm Out Loud – Cherry-picked data can be made to say almost anything if the window is narrow enough and the question is framed just right. The public is then handed a reassuring headline while the real safety questions are pushed aside. Bottom line: a fourth COVID-19 booster does NOT protect against cardiovascular events...

America Out Loud PULSE with Dr. Peter McCullough and Malcolm Out Loud – Cherry-picked data can be made to say almost anything if the window is narrow enough and the question is framed just right. The public is then handed a reassuring headline while the real safety questions are pushed aside. Bottom line: a fourth COVID-19 booster does NOT protect against cardiovascular events...

A large-scale immigration enforcement operation in Abbeville County has drawn national headlines and reignited debate over South Carolina's approach to illegal immigration. Tara breaks down the details surrounding the ICE raid, the state's partnership with federal authorities, and why critics argue South Carolina is still falling far short of states like Florida when it comes to immigration enforcement. The discussion explores Operation Roadrunner, recent arrests, and ongoing questions about why South Carolina has not fully adopted enforcement strategies used elsewhere, including deputizing state and local law enforcement officers to assist directly with federal immigration enforcement. Tara also examines the political implications heading into the Republican gubernatorial primary, revisiting promises made by candidates regarding illegal immigration, border security, and detention facilities. The conversation compares South Carolina's actions with those taken in Florida and asks whether voters are seeing real results or political theater. As election season intensifies, immigration remains one of the defining issues shaping South Carolina's political future. KEY TOPICS ICE enforcement operation in Abbeville County South Carolina's immigration enforcement policies Operation Roadrunner and highway interdiction efforts Comparisons between South Carolina and Florida immigration enforcement Governor's race and campaign promises Cooperation between state agencies and ICE Illegal immigration and public safety concerns Election-year political accountability FEATURED SEGMENTS The Abbeville ICE Operation Breaking down the details of the raid, arrests, and ongoing investigation. Florida vs. South Carolina A comparison of immigration enforcement strategies and results. Campaign Promises Under Scrutiny Examining what gubernatorial candidates have pledged regarding illegal immigration. Smoke Screen or Serious Enforcement? A debate over whether recent actions represent meaningful change or political optics. QUOTE OF THE DAY "They want it to look like they're doing what Florida is doing. The question is whether they're actually doing it." SEO KEYWORDS South Carolina politics, ICE raid, Abbeville County, illegal immigration, South Carolina governor race, immigration enforcement, Florida immigration policy, Tara Servatius, border security, ICE operations, South Carolina elections, Operation Roadrunner

Things get WILDLY out of hand in this one. We apologize in advance. This datatrack contains discussion of the following topics; a return of cool fight scenes, Smokescreen's true destiny (as a key mule), Alpha Trion's strange tastes, kink meme origins, knock_out_(TFP) stuck_in_wall free_use vehicon_(TFP), Starscream finally pulling out a win, Star Trek TOS fisting, and just...a whole lot of absolute filth, frankly. Noise Space | Discord | Patreon This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

What Will We Be Talking About on Tuesday? NBA Draft: Is the Cam Boozer Rising Really a Smokescreen? Is Watching the Western Conference Finals Actually Depressing?; Danhausen is Taking the Sports World By Storm! Who Would We Want to Be Cursed?

PREVIEW for Later Today: Elizabeth Peek argues that President Xi's Taiwan threats are a smokescreen for China'sfailing economy, trailing AI, and geopolitical isolation. She highlights the struggles of allies like Russia and Iran against U.S.-led pressure.1914 BAEDECKER PEKING

Friend of the show Sam joins us this week to talk about his special guy Smokescreen joining the main crew just in time for some fairly gruesome body horror courtesy of our favorite war criminal Silas! This datatrack contains discussion of the following topics; getting military recruiters out of schools, The White Joker, the Bumblebee-Hot Rod spectrum, backronyms, microaggressions galore, tips and tricks for being the new guy, fun with geography. Noise Space | Discord | Patreon This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

The Eagles may have a bigger problem than people realize — depth behind the stars. We're breaking down the roster spots suddenly under pressure, why Philly's young players HAVE to hit in 2026, and the growing questions around whether this team is built for another long run.Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Anthony reacts to the report from Todd McShay that the "word on the street" has the New York Giants passing on Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles with the 5th overall pick. Despite being the consensus fit for John Harbaugh's new defense, rumors are swirling that the Giants are pivoting toward Jeremiyah Love or Caleb Downs. We break down why this smells like a smoke screen and provide a full scouting report on Sonny Styles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Monday before the draft was filled with new draft rumors and smokescreens surrounding what will happen in the top five picks. Which rumors are true and which ones are the biggest smokescreens that will affect the Tennessee Titans? A to Z Sports Draft Simulator: https://draft-simulator.atozsports.com Follow A to Z on Google! https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=atozsports.com Driven by AutoProNashville.com For More Titans coverage follow us here: https://www.atozsports.com/nashville Podcasts: https://www.atozsports.com/podcasts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atozsportsnashville Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atozsports/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AtoZSports TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@atozsportsnashville #AtoZSports #TennesseeTitans #NFLFootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dallas Cowboys would not leak they are looking to move up, it's all mainstream media hype surrounding the most talked about franchise, so this is not new. Tonight we re-focus the fanbase at what the Cowboys intend to do with 12 and 20. #DallasCowboys #CowboysNews #CowboysDraft

On this episode of The Chris Mathis Show, Chris takes a closer look at the buzz surrounding the Tampa Bay Buccaneers potentially drafting tight end Kenyon Sadiq—and why he believes it could be a smokescreen in disguise. With Tampa Bay still in need of a true high-end pass catcher who can stretch the field, Chris breaks down what this move might really signal about the team's draft strategy and offensive priorities.

The Drive opened the show discussing what Chiefs GM Brett Veach said during his press conference yesterday, and if it is a smokescreen or not.

Todd McShay joins Stugotz today to preview the upcoming NFL Draft, sharing the latest he’s been hearing from conversations with people around the league. The Jets have the potential to win the draft, and McShay believes they could get aggressive with their second first-round pick at receiver. He also explains how teams have known about the 2024 report surrounding Rueben Bain and why he doesn’t believe it will impact his draft position. Who will ultimately be making the Giants’ pick, Joe Schoen or new head coach John Harbaugh? McShay breaks it all down in this packed episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todd McShay joins Stugotz today to preview the upcoming NFL Draft, sharing the latest he’s been hearing from conversations with people around the league. The Jets have the potential to win the draft, and McShay believes they could get aggressive with their second first-round pick at receiver. He also explains how teams have known about the 2024 report surrounding Rueben Bain and why he doesn’t believe it will impact his draft position. Who will ultimately be making the Giants’ pick, Joe Schoen or new head coach John Harbaugh? McShay breaks it all down in this packed episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are the Cincinnati Bengals telling the truth… or setting up a massive draft smokescreen?In this episode of the Cincy Sports Scene Podcast, we break down what the Bengals are saying ahead of the NFL Draft — and what they might actually be planning. Every year teams play the media game… and this year feels different.We also shift gears and put every Cincinnati team on the clock in our Buy or Sell Market: Are the Cincinnati Reds a legit playoff team… or are fans getting ahead of themselves?  Can FC Cincinnati make a real championship run?  Are the Cincinnati Bearcats trending in the right direction? Plus: 

Russell Brown and Scott Bischoff returned to the Detroit Lions Podcast after a week off and put the focus squarely on pick 17. Fifteen days out from the 2026 NFL Draft, the Lions' board and one Alabama offensive tackle dominated the run-up: Proctor. National chatter says he will not get past Detroit at 17. That includes a high-profile voice saying, "there's no way Proctor gets past the Lions." The room wrestled with whether that is smoke or a signal. Proctor at 17: Plan or Smokescreen? The Lions need clarity on value at 17. Proctor brings size and traits. He played left tackle at Alabama and could be asked to move inside. Brown graded him as a late second-round player on film. He did not love three of four games studied, pointing to Wisconsin, Georgia, and Oklahoma as uneven outings. The size is undeniable at roughly 6-foot-7 and 352, with reports he played closer to 370 last season. He can reach. He can pull. He transfers weight from his post foot to his set foot with ease. The issues show up in balance. Oversets. The game speeds him up and knocks him off course. He needs to find a comfortable playing weight. Detroit's decision at 17 might hinge on whether the front office sees a guard conversion, a future left tackle, or a developmental swing who buys time. There is also top-10 buzz for Proctor. Cleveland at six, Kansas City at nine, and Cincinnati at ten were floated as tackle-needy spots. If even one of them prefers him inside, his market shifts. If they see a long-term tackle, he may never reach 17. Arizona's Leverage Over the First Round The conversation kept circling back to Arizona at three. The Cardinals, in their view, want out. If a team jumps Tennessee at four, the ripple could blow up every mock draft. A move down to the mid-first would let Arizona collect capital and still target another tackle later. That single trade could push a run at offensive line and change Detroit's choices. If tackles come off early, the Lions may face a decision on a player they like less than the number on the board. If the run stalls, options expand. What It Means for Detroit If Proctor reaches 17, the Lions must weigh traits against tape. They can bet on a rare frame, movement skills, and coaching up balance. They can pass and pivot to another position. Or they can trade the pick. The NFL is about fit and timing. On this week's Detroit Lions Podcast, the debate was simple and sharp: if Proctor is there, is he the right kind of bet for Detroit at 17? #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #nfldraft #pick17 #danieljeremiah #alabamaoffensivetackle #proctor #lefttackle #moveinsidetoguard #balanceissues #oversetting #reachandpull #arizonaatthree #clevelandatsix #kansascityatnine #cincinnatiatten Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the week leading up to Easter, we continue our Everyday Disciple series by looking at one of the most infamous names in human history: Judas Iscariot. We often imagine Judas as a visible villain, but the reality is much more unsettling. Judas didn't look like a traitor; he was the trusted treasurer, the straight-laced disciple, and the one the others likely pointed to as a model of stability. In this message, Executive Pastor Matt Piland explores the "slow drift" of Judas. No one—not even Judas himself—starts their journey with Jesus intending to end it in betrayal. Yet, through small compromises, unchecked greed, and a heart that was "near" Jesus but not "with" Him, Judas committed the ultimate crime. Discover how to identify the signs of drifting in your own life and why the greatest sin isn't an act of failure, but a failure to repent.

Every weekday, award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic and DK Pittsburgh Sports reporter Chris Halicke deliver three ‘Double Shot' shows as a supplement to the morning ‘Daily Shot' of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates podcasts!  Video versions streaming live on YouTube starting at 3 p.m.! Eastern Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gene Decode, who served for 21 years in the US Navy on five classes of submarines, describes ongoing US and allied special forces military raids into ancient underground tunnel systems as the true purpose behind the current US Iran War. The raids are designed to liberate captured humans being trafficked for the purpose of raising huge amounts of income, and to prevent misuse of portals and exotic technologies by Deep State aligned actors in an extensive tunnel system that extends throughout Iran, and elsewhere in the Middle East, which is thousands of years old but has been repurposed by the Iranian regime and its Chinese communist allies.Decode cites USGS geological data on earthquakes occurring at depths of 10 kms as evidence of recent battles between the Earth Alliance comprising US and other nation's white hats, and the Deep State along with their negative extraterrestrial allies. He also describes positive giants from the Inner Earth as playing an important role in the liberation process. He furthermore claims that the Earth Alliance is well on the path to victory and it's only a matter of time before the defeat of the Deep State and its allies. Finally, Decode discusses similar underground liberation battles happening in the Americas.Gene Decode's website is: https://genedecode.org/Gene Decode will be a panelist at the upcoming April 18 webinar titled: The Exopolitical State of the Planet: Power Shifts, AI and ETs in 2026 https://www.crowdcast.io/c/exostateofplanet2026Join Dr. Salla on Patreon for Early Releases, Webinar Perks and More.Visit https://Patreon.com/MichaelSalla/

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From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Pro Days are in full swing with GMs and coaches flying around the country to scout the upcoming draft... Logan and Grant breakdown Adam Schefter's latest comments regarding Jeremiyah Love, the draft 'silly season', and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Pro Days are in full swing with GMs and coaches flying around the country to scout the upcoming draft... Logan and Grant breakdown Adam Schefter's latest comments regarding Jeremiyah Love, the draft 'silly season', and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

***First Segment*** Pro Days are in full swing with GMs and coaches flying around the country to scout the upcoming draft... Logan and Grant breakdown Adam Schefter's latest comments regarding Jeremiyah Love, the draft 'silly season', and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Austin Stanley and Easton Freeze break down the newest Jeremiyah Love rumors surrounding the Titans and how likely Tennessee is to draft him in April Driven by AutoProNashville.com For More Titans coverage follow us here: https://www.atozsports.com/nashville Podcasts: https://www.atozsports.com/podcasts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atozsportsnashville Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atozsports/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AtoZSports TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@atozsportsnashville #AtoZSports #TennesseeTitans #NFLFootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The final hour is packed with controversy, rumors, and classic offseason chaos. The guys react to revealing audio from Adam Fox and what it could mean for his future with the New York Rangers, plus growing tension surrounding front office decisions from Chris Drury and Mike Sullivan.

Are the Giants actually listening on Kayvon Thibodeaux at the Combine, and if so, what's the real return that makes it worth it? Shaun and Tiki break down why dumping Kayvon for a Day 3 pick feels like malpractice, why waves of pass rush matter, and what a smarter player-for-player deal could look like. Then the conversation expands into other names floating around the league: Tremaine Edmunds as a potential linebacker fix, Sam LaPorta as a dream weapon for a young QB, and why Jeremiah Love at No. 5 screams smokescreen. Plus, callers weigh in on Caleb Downs, the Giants' real needs (LB, CB, OT), and the risk of “luxury picks” when you're not good enough yet.

Rumors swirl that the Giants could target Notre Dame star Jeremiah Love with the fifth overall pick, but Shaun and Tiki aren't buying it. They break down why drafting a running back that high makes little sense for a team that already has a top rushing attack and bigger roster holes, and why the chatter feels like a classic trade-down smokescreen. Plus, callers debate whether Love could help protect Jaxson Dart, how Abdul Carter should be deployed defensively, and why building around the trenches still matters more than adding another skill player. Is Big Blue setting up a move back in the draft, or is this the start of another Saquon-style debate?

Major drama surrounding the New York Giants and the guys on the Carton Show are calling it out. Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle rip the latest NFL Draft buzz, saying there's ZERO chance the Giants take Jeremiah Love at No. 5 calling it nothing more than a SMOKESCREEN.

Super Bowl Parody Songs: This is what AI is taking away from us, now we get AI slop instead of retard slop.Pat Riot: Any time we have the opportunity to check in with the old Pat Riot songs, we have to do it.Corey's Twitter: We circle back to Corey's Twitter for all the unhinged goodness.FUCK YOU WATCH THIS!, THE BEAR1, VANESSA CARLTON!, 1000 MILES!, SKINBONE!, 100 MILES!, REMIX!, ALLEGIANCE!, PRO-ISRAEL!, WRITING ON THE WALL!, SUPER BOWL PARODY SONGS!, AI SONGS!, PARODY SONGS DYING BREED!, WHAT THEY TOOK FROM US!, SEATTLE SEAHAWKS!, NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS!, BRUNO MARS COVER!, HOT WINGS!, AI MUSIC!, SLOP!, BUFFALO CHICKEN WING!, SPICY!, CRISPY!, MINECRAFT!, SPEEDRUNS!, WHOLE DIFFERENT SUBSET!, GENERAL FOOTBALL!, TIKTOK COMEDY!, MONOLOGUE JOKES!, HOOK HAND!, SUPER BOWL REDEMPTION!, HAWKS LOCKDOWN!, TERMINATOR!, THA BEARS!, SNL!, PAT RIOT!, WHO'S GONNA START A RIOT!, AGE!, RAVAGED BY TIME!, SUPER BOWL 49!, LVL UP EXPO!, MICHAEL ROOKER!, COREY'S TWITTER!, SOCK PUPPET ACCOUNTS!, BURNER!, UNHINGED!, RADIO RODDY!, EPSTEIN!, DIDY!, TEENY BOPPER!, SMOKE SCREEN!, SHIELD!, SWEET PUSSY!, RUBBING ITSELF! You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

Play NowEpisode 394 of the Seibertron.com Twincast / Podcast kicks off with the cast's impressions after the recent reveal of the next two Primes from the Age of the Primes toy line, Liege Maximo and Nexus Prime. Additional discussion is prompted by both the Hasbro livestream of information about the toys, as well as preorder listings for the recently revealed second wave of figures for 2026. The talk then moves toward the "More than Meets the Eye" Collection's battle damaged Optimus Prime and Megatron. Blokees Wheels continue the reveal train before more listener questions roll in, which cover various topics including toys that the crew changed their mind about as time went on. Finally, a condensed "Bragging Rights" brings this episode to a close.

THE OPEN MIND - "Magic Potion" (1969) / MORGEN - "Welcome to the Void" ("MORGEN", 1969) / BEACON STREET UNION - "Blue Avenue" ("THE EYES OF THE BEACON STREET UNION", 1968) / THE GOLDEN DAWN - "Reaching Out To You" ("POWER PLANT", 1968) / THE PLASTIC CLOUD - "Epistle to Paradise" ("THE PLASTIC CLOUD", 1968) / THE FREDRIC - "Born in Fire" ("FACES AND PHASES", 1968) / SKIP BIFFERTY - "Inside The Secret" ("SKIP BIFFERTY", 1968) / JULY - "You Missed it All" ("JULY", 1968) / EAST OF EDEN - "Bathers" ("MERCATOR PROJECTED", 1969) / MANDRAKE MEMORIAL - "Smokescreen" ("MEDIUM", 1969) / IVORY - "Grey November" ("IVORY", 1968) / MUSIC EMPORIUM - "Winds Have Changed" ("MUSIC EMPORIUM", 1969) / PUSSY - "All of my Life" ("PUSSY PLAYS", 1969) / THE FALLEN ANGELS - "I'll Drive You from my Mind" ("IT'S A LONG WAY DOWN", 1968) / Escuchar audio

Play Now2025 is almost over and episode 391 of the Seibertron.com Twincast / Podcast is here to wrap it up in style. Some late-breaking news comes up first though, with upcoming Generations releases like Swerve, Animated Ratchet and Prime Smokescreen discussed first. The 2025 superlatives start up next, with topics covering what the cast thinks were the best toys of the year plus their sentimental favorites. Outstanding media and licensed products get their time before a pivot to the not so great, with both toys and everything else that was unappreciated under the microscope. The discussion whips around to positivity again with personal highlights of great acquisitions that weren't released in 2025 plus our achievements for the year. With all that wrapped, the episode concludes with a round of the recurring "Bragging Rights" segment.

Empire, Stability, and the Smokescreen of MoralityBy Renaldo C. McKenzieLet us be honest—brutally honest, the way history demands and empire resents.What is unfolding in Venezuela, and across the wider Caribbean basin, has little to do with democracy, human rights, or some sudden moral awakening in Washington. It has everything to do with power—raw, unapologetic, strategic power—and the anxiety that sets in when that power feels challenged.The United States does not intervene because a government is despotic. If that were the case, half the world's strongmen would be facing sanctions before breakfast. The United States intervenes when dominance is threatened—when a small country dares to rearrange its economic loyalties, when it flirts with alternatives, when it whispers to Beijing or Moscow instead of kneeling to Washington.This is not conjecture. This is pattern. Take Venezuela. The hostility toward the Maduro government is not rooted in humanitarian outrage. It is rooted in the fact that Venezuela has chosen to deepen relations with China and Russia—to do business outside the American orbit. That is the unforgivable sin. Everything else—drugs, dictatorship, democracy—is stage dressing.The same script plays across the Caribbean. Jamaica, like many of its neighbors, has welcomed Chinese investment: ports modernized, infrastructure built, capital flowing where Western lenders once stalled. Suddenly, “stability” becomes a concern. Suddenly, sovereignty is suspect. Funny how that works.This is not about policing the world's conscience. It is about preserving a hierarchy. History offers receipts. In Guyana, the United States once supported a government that was neither democratic nor just—one that violently suppressed dissent and oversaw the assassination of revolutionary scholar Walter Rodney. That regime, led by Forbes Burnham, was later found culpable by a commission of inquiry. Yet at the time, it enjoyed American backing. Why? Because it played ball. It served U.S. interests. Morality, apparently, is negotiable.Contrast that with today. Guyana now hosts massive U.S. oil interests, where American corporations extract vast wealth while the Guyanese people receive a fraction. That arrangement is deemed acceptable—commendable, even. But let Guyana decide tomorrow to nationalize its resources, to partner elsewhere, or to rely on itself, and watch how quickly the tone changes. Hypothetical? Hardly. We have seen this movie before.Consider Cuba—decades under embargo, not because it threatens the world, but because it refuses submission. Consider Ukraine, punished by war for seeking stability outside one imperial sphere and into another. When small nations move independently, the ground shakes.The language of “communism” is the oldest smokescreen in the book. It is wheeled out whenever convenient, retired when inconvenient. The real crime is not ideology—it is disobedience.This is the central argument of my forthcoming book, Neoliberal Globalization Reconsidered: Unfair Competition and the Death of Nations. Nations do not collapse simply because of internal failure; they are often pushed—cornered by systems designed to ensure that wealth flows upward and outward, never inward, never locally, never freely.And here lies the uncomfortable truth: empire does not require virtue. It requires compliance.Yes, America wants to remain competitive. That desire is not irrational. But competitiveness built on coercion, embargoes, and destabilization is not leadership—it is fear masquerading as strength. And fear, history tells us, is a dangerous policy advisor.The Caribbean must tread carefully. Sovereignty is costly. Independence comes with consequences. But the alternative—permanent subordination dressed up as partnership—is far more expensive in the long run.Renaldo is the Author of Neoliberalism, 2021) and Neoliberal Globalization Reconsidered, Unfair Competition and the Death of Nations", contributions by Martin Oppenheimer

Trump is a war criminal. That's the play. Drowning in Minnesota fraud and abuse allegations, criminal indictments and the walls closing in on the legality of Biden's autopen pardons, democrats trot out discredited mouthpieces to allege Trump is a war criminal. Turns out SNAP benefits were being accepted by thousands of smoke shops and liquor stores. And the sound of the day - Trump saying Joe Biden had no earthly idea what the deep state was operating with his signature right under his nose.

There has been a renewed focus on tobacco and nicotine products across Europe. Just as countries seek to speed up the process to a smoke-free future, through measures like generational smoking bans and increased regulations on packaging and advertising, there has been a sharp increase in young people using alternative nicotine products like vapes and pouches.Philip Morris International (PMI) expects to see two-thirds of its revenue come from smoke-free products by 2030 – including its product, Zyn. Dr Moira Gilchrist, chief communications officer at PMI, and Charlie Weimers MEP, a member of the Swedish Democrats, join The Spectator's Lara Brown to talk about how nicotine pouches can help the transition away from tobacco to a smoke-free future. While this podcast was sponsored by PMI, The Spectator retained full editorial control, with no subject off-limits. Is PMI's concern genuine or purely for future-proofing their business? What lessons can the UK take from Sweden, which expects to be declared the first ‘smoke-free' country? And what does the science say?This podcast is sponsored by Philip Morris International. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legal and political analyst Katie Zacharia joins Buck to break down California’s affordability crisis, Palisades recovery failures, and why state leadership is losing trust. They also hit Newsom, Epstein distractions, and the rise of social-credit-style tech. Never miss a moment from Buck by subscribing to the Buck Sexton Show Podcast on IHeart Radio, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts! Connect with Buck Sexton:Facebook – / bucksexton X – @bucksexton Instagram – @bucksexton TikTok - @BuckSexton YouTube - @BuckSexton Website – https://www.bucksexton.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With President Trump's signature, America re-opens and a new scandal emerges - one you won't hear about anywhere in the mainstream news. New documents suggest Barack Obama's CIA in 2015 - led by James Brennan - proposed working on a "possible project" on coronaviruses with Ralph Baric, who was known to collaborate with the Wuhan Institute of Virology. FURTHER, emails from January of 2020 suggest the Director of National Intelligence - James Clapper - knew the virus was the result of a "research accident." Tony Fauci received a pardon for a reason.

We're talking: See You Next Tuesday's, Creative Arts Emmy Awards 2025, aging out of concerts, the Epstein victims at the capitol building, US Open underdog stories, and answering your listener questions.  Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris  New video episodes Getting Better on YouTube every Wednesday.  Senior Producer, Chris McClure Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure Production support from Anne Currie, and Chad Hall Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn  Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of the NFL Fantasy Football Podcast, Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones react to the latest headlines across the league and debate whether it’s all hype or just a smokescreen. The crew then serves up bold predictions—like if Breece Hall could finish outside the top 15 RBs and whether Saquon Barkley might slip outside the top 10 RBs. Plus, the hosts hand out their Fantasy superlatives, including picks for rookie of the year, the biggest bust, and more on the latest episode of the NFL Fantasy Football Podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we are joined by Dr. Renée Burton, VP of Infoblox Threat Intel, who is discussing their work on VexTrio, a notorious traffic distribution system (TDS) involved in digital fraud. The VexTrio investigation uncovers a massive global ad fraud and scam operation powered by just 250 virtual machines, tying it directly to named individuals and shell companies across Europe. The research exposes VexTrio's full criminal supply chain—including fake apps, dating scams, affiliate networks, and payment processors—alongside a powerful CDN infrastructure ranked among the world's top 10k domains. It also calls on the adtech industry to take accountability for enabling and sustaining such widespread abuse. Complete our annual ⁠⁠⁠⁠audience survey⁠⁠⁠⁠ before August 31. The research can be found here: ⁠VexTrio's Origin Story : From Spam to Scam to Adtech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices