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More fees, smaller seats, big problems! That's what passengers have to look forward to with Southwest Airlines' new policies. SWA has been going viral for all the wrong reasons, as passengers realize their beloved brand has done a huge switch-up.  But why would an airline with such a good reputation throw away everything people loved about it? For the profit, of course!  And it seems that they're not happy just taking more of your money... they're coming for your dignity as well. Buckle up, because this one is a doozy.    BUCKLE UP BABES LINKS Patreon Page Tiktok: Buckle Up Babes Tiktok Youtube: Regan Reacts Youtube Page

Southwest Airline's new extra seat policy started at the end of January and people are MAD! The policy states that if you need extra room, that you might have to buy the seat next to you in addition to yours. Do you think this is wrong?

Hollywood's Headlines, includes Luka Dončić reportedly dealing with a messy breakup and custody battle after ending his engagement, while a bizarre incident unfolds on a Southwest Airlines flight out of Miami that ends with a passenger fighting an officer and getting arrested. The guys also touch on a recall involving oysters that have caused health concerns, before circling back to the sports world and the historic 83-point explosion from Bam Adebayo in the Miami Heat win over the Washington Wizards. Plus, the debate continues about Wilt Chamberlain's legendary 100-point game and whether it really happened the way it's remembered.

The Seattle Civil Rights Director on leave amid slew of HR complaints. Women gathered in Seattle and Tacoma for International Women’s Day, but they still can’t define what a woman is. Guest: Discovery Institute Fellow Marsha Michaelis sounds the alarm on a new bill in Washington State that would ram through permanent supportive housing against the wishes of a community. // Big Local: A national rent study revealed the most and least expensive WA cities. The Redmond-based Nintendo is suing the federal government over tariffs. A felon with no legs was arrested after a lengthy Pierce County pursuit. Largest drug seizure in Eastern Washington history nets 164 pounds of fentanyl and $2M cash. // You Pick the Topic: A SWAT team boarded a Southwest Airlines flight over a bomb scare.

After my recent pepper spray video unexpectedly hit 5–6 million views, we break down what actually happens to your eyes when exposed to pepper spray, what to do immediately, whether baby shampoo is your new best friend, and why milk absolutely does not belong anywhere near your corneas. We also talk contact lenses (don't wear them into situations where pepper spray is possible), corneal abrasions, how permanent scarring can happen, and why irrigation is the universal ophthalmology answer to almost everything. Then we pivot into Southwest Airlines abandoning open seating and why apparently no one knows how to behave on planes anymore. Assigned seats, overhead bin warfare, and whether sitting in the back of the plane is actually safer. And finally, we workshop a potentially revolutionary idea: what if after-visit summaries had jokes in them? Could AI make medical paperwork funny enough to actually read? Or are we just asking for dad-joke malpractice? Takeaways: Irrigation Is Everything: When it comes to pepper spray exposure, rinse early, rinse often, and please stop rubbing your eyes. Milk Is Not an Eye Treatment: Even if it helps spicy food, it does not belong in your corneas. Contacts Make Things Worse: Remove them after irrigation, not during peak panic. Public Behavior Is Changing: Whether it's protests or plane boarding, social norms feel… fragile. Boring Medicine Might Need Humor: If patients don't read after-visit summaries, maybe the problem isn't the summary, maybe it's the delivery. — To Get Tickets to Wife & Death: You can visit Glaucomflecken.com/live  We want to hear YOUR stories (and medical puns)! Shoot us an email and say hi! knockknockhi@human-content.com Can't get enough of us? Shucks. You can support the show on Patreon for early episode access, exclusive bonus shows, livestream hangouts, and much more! –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://www.patreon.com/glaucomflecken⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Also, be sure to check out the newsletter: https://glaucomflecken.com/glauc-to-me/ If you are interested in buying a book from one of our guests, check them all out here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/dr.glaucomflecken If you want more information on models I use: Anatomy Warehouse provides for the best, crafting custom anatomical products, medical simulation kits and presentation models that create a lasting educational impact.  For more information go to Anatomy Warehouse DOT com. Link: https://anatomywarehouse.com/?aff=14 Plus for 15% off use code: Glaucomflecken15 -- A friendly reminder from the G's and Tarsus: If you want to learn more about Demodex Blepharitis, making an appointment with your eye doctor for an eyelid exam can help you know for sure. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.EyelidCheck.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information. Go to Cozy Earth now for a Buy One Get One Free Pajama Offer from 1/25-2/8! Yes, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠cozyearth.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ they are doing a BOGO pajama promo. Just use my Code: KNOCKKNOCKBOGO Produced by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Human Content⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Bulture podcast:BREAKING: Saks Fifth Avenue to close Tysons Galleria store after 38 years.IPIC Theaters files for bankruptcy; Pike and Rose location could close. The location is expected to close by April 28, 2026, if a buyer is not found.One day just put Future music on Shuffle and pay attention to how many B side songs you know word for word!50 Cent fires back at TI in new “Power Origins theme song Ft Leon Thomas “No One Told Us”.That 50 Cent and Max B collab is trash.King Harris is now reportedly selling cannabis with 50 Cent's late mother, Sabrina Jackson, on the cover—‘Ms. Jack Pack'—and telling fans where to buy it.Papoose jumped over 50 Cent's “Many Men” beat to release a freestyle dissing him.  50 Cent responded via his Instagram profile.Prayers up! Monaleo cancels upcoming shows after losing part of her reproductive system in emergency surgery.Ari Fletcher goes off on Akademiks and puts $350K toward defamation suit against DJ Akademiks after he says she's known for being involved with multiple men! Ari vows to bankrupt him.Grammy winning Rapper Killer Mike told TMZ that poor kids should stop fighting America's wars and that Rich kids should be the only ones sent to go fight.Former Marine Sgt. Brian McGuinness stood up in Congress to say that Americans don't want to fight a war with Iran for Israel before being removed by Capitol Police.PlaqueBoyMax was left stunned and a little spooked after Chinese drill rapper FOUR4444 told him that King Von taught her how to rap in a dream.Treach and Pepa's daughter was knocked out in her boxing match just now against a trained two-time Olympic gold medalist fighter.Lil Baby's baby mama, Jayda Wayda, explains how men used to approach her inappropriately because most of her friends were 304s.Southwest Airlines is considering no longer cleaning coach seats between flights. Customers who want a guaranteed clean seat may have to upgrade to premium.People are complaining about with the Breakfast Club being on Netflix and not YouTube. How important is community when it comes to what you like for entertainment?The nationwide average of gas prices is up $.42 cents from a month ago according to AAA.The Raiders agreed to trade five-time Pro-Bowl DE Maxx Crosby to the Ravens in exchange for 2026 and 2027 first-round picks.Jayda Cheaves posted a YouTube video sharing that she is on a social media fast during Lent season to strengthen her relationship with the Lord and be more present.Bernice Burgos shares progress update after recent refinement cosmetic surgeryBia posted a picture from Gayle King's interview in response to Megan Thee Stallion laughing at a diss song aimed at her.Slutty Vegan founder Pinky Cole channels Soulja Boy, explains different types of bankruptcy in rap.Patriots to release Stefon Diggs, New England saves more than $16 million against cap by parting ways with WR!Woman goes off, saying she gets really upset if a man she deems unattractive tries to talk to her—she calls it offensive because of her good looks-WNBA All-Star Arike Ogunbowale was arrested Thursday at Club E11EVEN in Miami while celebrating her team's Unrivaled championship.-Nicki Minaj's sister pulls up to Cardi B's tour rapping her songs word for word-Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion backstage at Cardi's SOLD OUT Houston show.Kyle Pitts reveals that only seven of former NFL player Rondale Moore's teammates showed up to his funeral after he died.NBA Star Draymond Green defends Atlanta Hawks ‘Magic City Monday' and says adult entertainment Is actually an art.11-year-old boy shoots, k*lls mother's boyfriend during altercation according to Philadelphia police.

Goodbye Dallas, hello Emerald City. Southwest Airlines is once again offering nonstop flights from Love Field Airport, where it is the dominant carrier, to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. In other news, as early as last May, AT&T's exit from downtown Dallas appeared likely as CEO John Stankey questioned the “effective/sustained governance” of Dallas; in a year of firsts for Cooper Flagg, growing frustration led to another for Mavs rookie; and Hi, D-FW!  Come visit us at our pop-up newsroom event at Shops at RedBird today from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pull up a chair to chat with reporters, editors and visual journalists to discuss story ideas or receive a free headshot.  We'll be set up from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 10 through 12 at The DEC Network, 3560 W. Camp Wisdom Road, Suite 200. We're here to connect and listen. See y'all there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Terror threats across the country are on the rise amid the new conflict with Iran. An IED nearly detonated in NYC at a protest over Operation Epic Fury. The Kansas City Airport was evacuated, investigated and later cleared over a terror threat. A Southwest Airlines flight was diverted over a bomb threat. DHS is still not funded, which is worth noting. Ali Khamenei's son has officially been named the new Supreme Leader of Iran. Trump says he will not sign any bills until the Save America Act is passed. An illegal alien has been charged with voting in FIVE Presidential Elections in Pennsylvania.    Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN!    www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com www.SLNT.com/SHAWN

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Welcome back to PolTicks! This week we're diving into the bizarre world of fast food CEO taste tests, Texas Democrats shooting themselves in the foot, and why AI might convince you that wars aren't real (spoiler: they probably are). We break down James Talarico's catastrophic Senate run in Texas, complete with his greatest hits from Twitter's archive – because apparently nobody told him the internet is forever. From Fauci action figures to trans abortion rights, this guy checked every wacko progressive box and somehow thought he'd win in Texas. Spoiler alert: he won't. Plus, we explore the McDonald's CEO vs. Burger King CEO burger battle (authenticity matters, folks), the AI information apocalypse, and whether Southwest Airlines just committed corporate suicide. Brian also shares his hernia surgery recovery tips courtesy of Claude AI, because why consult a real doctor when you have ChatGPT? CHAPTERS: • 0:00 - Intro & Horn Section Appreciation • 1:50 - CEO Burger Wars: Who's Actually Human? • 9:18 - AI vs. Human Intelligence: The Warm & Fuzzy Test • 18:30 - James Talarico: Texas Democrats' Gift to Republicans • 22:30 - The Internet Is Forever (And Democrats Keep Forgetting) • 27:44 - Iran War Updates: What's Real, What's AI? • 34:00 - Aliens, Obama, and Government Manipulation • 41:00 - The Bubba Effect: Why Trump Opened the Door • 44:00 - Brandon Herrera's Texas Win & Tony Gonzalez Drama LINKS:

En 1990, Saddam Hussein invadió Kuwait y el petróleo duplicó su precio en semanas. Mientras el resto de aerolíneas estadounidenses se desangraba financieramente, un pequeño equipo de cuatro personas en las oficinas de Southwest Airlines en Dallas estaba haciendo algo que casi nadie en la industria entendía: comprar opciones sobre combustible. Contratos financieros que les permitían pagar el queroseno a un precio fijado de antemano, como quien congela la hipoteca justo antes de que suban los tipos. Esa decisión, tomada con más intuición que sofisticación, se convirtió en la mayor ventaja competitiva secreta de la aviación comercial. Durante las tres décadas siguientes, Southwest ahorró más de 3.500 millones de dólares en combustible. Hubo trimestres en los que la diferencia entre dar beneficios y dar pérdidas fue, literalmente, esa cobertura. Mientras sus rivales suplicaban que los rescataran, Southwest compraba aviones. En marzo de 2025, Southwest anunció que abandonaba el programa. Lo consideró caro y poco fiable. Cerró la póliza de seguros más rentable de su historia. Once meses después, Estados Unidos e Israel atacaron Irán. El petróleo se disparó más de un veinte por ciento en cinco días. El estrecho de Ormuz se cerró al tráfico. Y las aerolíneas se enfrentan a un estrangulamiento en el coste del queroseno que no se veía desde los huracanes Katrina y Rita. Solo que esta vez, Southwest ya no tiene escudo. Hay una lección enorme en esta historia. No es sobre petróleo, ni sobre aerolíneas, ni siquiera sobre coberturas financieras. Es sobre algo mucho más profundo: lo que ocurre cuando decides que el seguro ya no merece la pena justo antes de que el incendio llame a tu puerta. Y sobre cómo la misma lógica de abandonar lo que funciona porque "llevamos tiempo sin necesitarlo se está repitiéndo ahora mismo en rincones del mercado que nadie está mirando. De eso va el episodio de esta semana de Actualidad Semanal +D. De quién tenía el seguro puesto y quién lo dejó caducar. De los refugios más inesperados de la bolsa. Y de por qué esta semana puede haber cambiado la forma en que el mercado decide qué merece financiarse y qué no.

Welcome back to PolTicks! This week we're diving into the bizarre world of fast food CEO taste tests, Texas Democrats shooting themselves in the foot, and why AI might convince you that wars aren't real (spoiler: they probably are). We break down James Talarico's catastrophic Senate run in Texas, complete with his greatest hits from Twitter's archive – because apparently nobody told him the internet is forever. From Fauci action figures to trans abortion rights, this guy checked every wacko progressive box and somehow thought he'd win in Texas. Spoiler alert: he won't. Plus, we explore the McDonald's CEO vs. Burger King CEO burger battle (authenticity matters, folks), the AI information apocalypse, and whether Southwest Airlines just committed corporate suicide. Brian also shares his hernia surgery recovery tips courtesy of Claude AI, because why consult a real doctor when you have ChatGPT? CHAPTERS: • 0:00 - Intro & Horn Section Appreciation • 1:50 - CEO Burger Wars: Who's Actually Human? • 9:18 - AI vs. Human Intelligence: The Warm & Fuzzy Test • 18:30 - James Talarico: Texas Democrats' Gift to Republicans • 22:30 - The Internet Is Forever (And Democrats Keep Forgetting) • 27:44 - Iran War Updates: What's Real, What's AI? • 34:00 - Aliens, Obama, and Government Manipulation • 41:00 - The Bubba Effect: Why Trump Opened the Door • 44:00 - Brandon Herrera's Texas Win & Tony Gonzalez Drama LINKS:

0:00-1:00 – Show Open1:00-10:00 – Cookie Day and Dave tried new sugar-free Oreos10:00-13:00 – Middle name pride day13:00-16:00 – Why Gen Z isn't taking part in bar culture as much16:00-30:00 – AT-home happy hours are becoming more popular30:00-35:00 – Marketplace meetup turned into hit-and-run35:00-39:00 – Update on the guy who was attacked after PS5 Marketplace meet-up39:00-42:00 – SW Airlines testing cabin cleaner fees42:00-48:00 – United Airlines may ban you for watching things on your phone without headphones48:00-51:00 – Amber scared Dave this morning51:00-54:00 – Guy riding electric scooter on freeway54:00-58:00 – TGIFridays waitress helped kid who was having a meltdown at restaurant58:00-1:04:00 – University basketball team assistant coach accused of being a pimp1:04:00-1:08:00 – Snow storm trapped people at Alaska basketball gym1:08:00-1:18:00 – Britney Spears DUI update1:18:00-1:22:00 – Savannah Guthrie will return to Today Show1:22:00-1:24:00 – Kansas salt mine1:24:00-1:27:00 – Married couple from The Amazing Race suing for making them look horrible1:27:00-1:31:00 – Afro Man says lawsuit violates his freedom1:31:00-1:39:00 – Guy breaks into old couple's home and old lady threatens him with gun named ‘Sweet Jane'1:39:00-1:46:00 – Jail kitchen worker busted having sex with inmates1:46:00-1:49:00 – Guy admits to creepily touching women's hair on Metro trains1:49:00-1:58:00 – Teacher filmed himself peeing in classroom1:58:00 – 2:04:00 – Another rub and tug called Jenny Spa busted2:04:00-2:11:00 – Digital billboard rejected guy's ad that featured him shirtless2:11:00-2:15:00 – Camels booted from beauty contest for using injectables2:15:00-2:19:00 – Man shoved 2 kids off bikes at concert2:19:00-2:25:00 – Ask Dave & Chuck: Fiancée flipped out because he opened her mail2:25:00-2:31:00 – Ask Dave & Chuck: friend wants to take him to Scotland2:31:00-2:35:00 – Ask Dave & Chuck: friend can't keep a lady because he's a jerk2:35:00-2:45:00 – Ask Dave & Chuck: Should he dump his GF for telling him to leave his job?2:45:00-2:48:00 – Guy's TikTok videos helped bust him for reckless motorcycle driving2:48:00-2:52:00 – Bunk bed collapse caught on camera2:52:00-2:55:00 – Another kid gets stuck in same claw game as another kid recently2:55:00-2:56:00 – Daylight Saving Time2:56:00-3:00:00 – Woman used Find My iPhone to save husband from avalanche3:00:00-3:02:00 – Wendy's hiring Chief Tasting Officer3:02:00-3:05:00 – Girl Scouts selling cookies outside of weed dispensaries3:05:00-End – Canadian guy arrested after stealing flamingo from Flamingo hotel in Las VegasSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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A golf blooper, gas prices are rising, Southwest Airlines made a disgusting changes, celebrities begging for money, the Pawn Stars controversy, the Utah Murder Mystery update, the shocking thing Shawn saw on the street, This Week in Florida, Moses goes off on Twitch, Secret Shows gifts continue and so much more!

A golf blooper, gas prices are rising, Southwest Airlines made a disgusting changes, celebrities begging for money, the Pawn Stars controversy, the Utah Murder Mystery update, the shocking thing Shawn saw on the street, This Week in Florida, Moses goes off on Twitch, Secret Shows gifts continue and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fred wants to know what's something you started binging on tv and you have no idea why. An asteroid will not hit the moon after some concerns. Apple Music will add an AI transparency tag for AI musicians. Southwest says they might only clean the premium seats in between flights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Atlanta Hawks being mediocre, a medical journal admitting 138 of its case reports were entirely made up, Girl Scouts Day, Girl Scouts in New Jersey in hot water over setting up a cookie stand outside of a cannabis shop, fall leaf colors, A&W joining the burger wars, Infomaniacs weekend plans, Southwest Airlines cleaning, American Airlines finding bullets on a plane — plus more news. Plus, joining us in the studio today, City of College Station Director of Public Works Emily Fisher visits with WTAW's Scott DeLucia to talk about sporting facilities, TxDOT, city drainage, SeeClickFix, and more. 

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Rafe is back from Trailer Trash Tammy's cruise and apparently spent the week testing the limits of international waters, roulette tables, and common sense. This comedy podcast episode kicks off with cruise shenanigans that include “messing with the locals” (nicely), a leather hat vendor lighting merchandise on fire to prove authenticity, and a surprise invitation to join the Blackfoot Nation — yes, seriously.From there, it spirals the way only we can spiral.There's a full breakdown of cruise jail being so packed they had to put a guy on house arrest. We try (unsuccessfully) to figure out how many people the brig actually holds, whether stand-up sets for inmates at sea are allowed, and how you even explain to your family that you got locked up on a themed cruise.Then comes the roulette meltdown. Rafe turns a complimentary $50 casino chip into $1,600 in about ten minutes, gathers a crowd chanting “LET IT RIDE,” achieves what can only be described as temporary Golden God status… and then gives it all back in one spin. It's the kind of confidence you only get when you're damp from jumping in the pool fully clothed and think you've cracked probability itself. It's also the kind of chaos that makes this comedy podcast what it is.We also get into spring break travel insanity (171 million people flying?!), Southwest Airlines losing its identity, and Meta smart glasses possibly recording your life for strangers in another hemisphere to review. Technology is amazing. Also horrifying. Mostly both.And because life likes tonal whiplash, we cover a serious and disturbing local story that reminds everyone to stay alert and look out for each other. It's real talk mixed with sarcastic humor, which is basically our brand at this point.If you like your comedy podcast with cruise fights in moomoos, casino delusion, pop culture commentary, travel tips, weird news, and a little St. Louis edge, you're in the right place.Welcome back to the chaos.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Flash Cat Imperial IPA from Creature Comforts Brewing Company in Athens, GA. She reviews her weekend in Huntsville, AL and Atlanta, eating breakfast at an iconic Waffle House and hanging out with Weather Channel pals backstage.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   TASTING MENU (3:42): Kathleen samples Paul Thomas Chocolate, Chinook Seedery Jalapeno Ranch Sunflower Seeds, and Cheetos Baked Not Fried Crunchy Cheese Snacks.    COURT NEWS (22:00): Kathleen shares news about Martha Stewart's new ambassadorship with Kohler and Dolly pledges to be at the opening day of Dollywood's 2026 season.   HOLLYBOBBY (28:36): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.    UPDATES (42:50) : Kathleen shares updates on the new Louve Director, Southwest Airlines bans seat switching, the first sporting event to be held at The Sphere is announced, Sarah Ferguson has been spotted in a wellness retreat,    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (17:58): Kathleen shares articles on Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, the cartel names El Mencho's replacement, a Waymo robotaxi blocks EMS responding to a mass shooting, inside the villa where El Mencho spent his final days, Metallica announces a Vegas Sphere residency, a tour guide is arrested for drawing on a 4,000 year old pyramid, a martini is found in an elementary student's lunchbox, the worst drivers by state are listed,Uber Air is launching in the Emirates, and the Fairmont in Dubai combats unfair tourist reviews after they are hit by missiles.   HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:03:59): Kathleen reads about a confirmed jaguarundi sighting in Texas.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (1:25:04): Kathleen recommends watching “Love Story” on FX, and “Death By Lightening” on Netflix.    SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:29:09): Kathleen reads about Julian of Norwich.   FEEL GOOD STORY (1:22:21): Kathleen shares a story about Indiana and Michigan allowing people to pay parking tickets by donating cat and dog food to local shelters. 

Aviation Expert Jay Ratliff says flight activity has resumed on a limited basis, Jay also discusses Southwest Airlines response to the latest complaints regarding their new boarding policy

In this episode of Wonderland on Points, we're sharing our honest review of Grand Decameron Los Cabos in Cabo San Lucas — an all-inclusive stay booked with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts points. And we literally CANNOT believe how amazing it was for the cost!We break down how to use Wyndham points (transferred from CapitalOne) for an all-inclusive in Cabo, what flying Southwest Airlines was like with the new seating, and whether this resort is truly a budget-friendly option for family travel. From dining reviews and grocery store hacks to snorkeling excursions and spontaneous flight changes, we're covering what worked, what didn't, and how to stretch your points and miles further in Mexico.If you're planning a Cabo family vacation, considering a Wyndham all-inclusive, or looking for smart travel tips to save money, this episode is for you.Episode Sponsors:Y! Wonder NewsletterComfrt.com 15% OFFMentioned in this Episode:Alejandro the Cabo Concierge - Whatsapp: +52 867 104 4384Cabo Escapes Snorkeling TourViator Horseback Riding ExcursionFind Us On Online:Mary Ellen | JoFacebook GroupWonderland On Points BlogAffiliate Links:Seats.AeroBEST PRICE on CardPointers subscription!Comfrt.com 15% OFFRakuten- Mary Ellen (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS)Rakuten- Joanna (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS)Chase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

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On today's Good Morning Hospitality, A Skift Podcast, Michael Goldin, Brandreth Canaley, Jamie Lane and Wil Slickers revisit Vrbo's weather refund product now officially rolling out after earlier tests, and they unpack Airbnb's airport-pickup experiment, a sign of the company pushing into broader travel services beyond stays. They also look at why analysts say the industry needs a new way to read OTA results as traditional metrics fail to capture how distribution, search, and AI are reshaping performance. The conversation then turns to unrest in Mexico, where violence following the killing of a cartel leader has led major airlines — including American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Air Canada — to cancel or suspend flights to high-traffic leisure hubs like Puerto Vallarta, forcing waivers, rebookings, and travel flexibility as cancellations pile up. The episode wraps with a broader look at how product innovation, shifting performance metrics, and sudden geopolitical shocks are making travel planning and forecasting more complex for operators and consumers alike Connect with Airline Weekly LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/airline-weekly/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/Airline_Weekly/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/airlineweekly/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/skiftnews/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WhatsApp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAL375LikgIXmNPYQ0L/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SkiftNews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and never miss an update from the airline and travel industries.

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Waymo is now ridable in Dallas. The robotaxi rideshare service launched to certain riders in Dallas. The company says certain riders who have already downloaded the app will be invited to start taking rides today. In other news, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines resumed flights to parts of Mexico on Tuesday, following two days of cancellations in connection with civil unrest sparked by the killing of a powerful cartel leader in Mexico; the Texas attorney general sued Aid Access over mail-order abortion pills, his office announced Tuesday. The suit is the second to be announced in the past month targeting an organization for allegedly mailing abortion medication into Texas; and Texas Health Resources is planning to build a hospital in McKinney, with the medical campus slated to open in 2028. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A five-year-old boy named William in Colorado spotted a mistake in a Southwest Airlines training manual. And it earned him a tour of their headquarters. STORY: https://www.fox8live.com/video/2026/02/24/boy-5-spots-discrepancy-southwest-airlines-training-manual-earns-tour-headquarters/

Happy Hump Day, yo! We got you over the hump this morning with freebies from GameDay Men's Health on Workforce Wednesday. You can sign up every week on our app or website! In the news this morning, a recap of last night's State of the Union Address, an update on the search for Nancy Guthrie, sad news for actor & comedian Martin Short and his family as his adopted daughter apparently took her own life, Christina Applegate reveals that she is now almost bed-ridden because of her battle with MS, and multiple NYPD officers were hit with snowballs yesterday. In sports, the Bucks beat the Heat last night, the Badgers take on Oregon later tonight, the Miz knocks an apple off a teammate's head with a 104mph heater(or did he?), Connor Hellebuyck will receive the Medal of Freedom from President Trump, and Jack and Quinn Hughes respond to the backlash from President Trump's phone call to the Gold-medal winning men's team. We talked about what's on TV and Brian reviewed the movie "Primate". A very unique kitten is going viral and looking for it's forever home…and congrats to this kid from Colorado who got a very in-depth tour of the Southwest Airline headquarters in Dallas. Elsewhere in sports, the Lions are playing in Germany next season, the NFL is possibly expanding replay, Kirk Cousins is going to be looking for a new team when the NFL year begins, and the UFL is making some very interesting changes to the kicking game this upcoming season. How often do you replace your underwear? Apparently, you're supposed to completely replace your skivvies every six months. Who knew? A couple of new diets are trending - something called "Boy Kibble"…and "Plastic Wrap Eating". And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about the inventor of the Squatty Potty, a burglar in Atlanta that got captured in an air vent, a woman who almost died after getting a dog-lick infection, a grandpa with a unique license plate gets it revoked by the DMV, a wild video of a criminal suspect hiding in a trash can, and a Canadian strip club that's opening up next to a children's dance studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode Description On this episode of the MTM Travel the travel show we discuss the recent events in Mexico, how they've been sensationalized and what travelers need to consider before canceling or planning a trip. We also discuss: pure Michigan, Sapphire's free Whoop, how Southwest got duped, an insane hotel coffee maker hack and Mark's big return to MTM. 0:00 Welcome to MTM Travel 1:28 Mark's big return to MTM & Patreon enhancements! 6:09 Mexico cartel woes - Should you cancel trips? 12:53 INSANE hotel coffee maker hack 17:05 Whoop free with Sapphire + Shawn's experience 21:25 Elliott pulls out of Southwest after driving massive changes 22:27 Starlink coming to Southwest Airlines 25:25 Cadillac House Curio Hilton - Pure Michigan? Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.  You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, or via RSS. Don't see your favorite podcast platform? Please let us know!

Unlocking Post-Click Success: How to Convert Clicks into Customers with Shamir Duverseau Are you pouring budget into digital ads, getting plenty of clicks—but not enough conversions? You're not alone. Most marketers focus on getting the click, but the real opportunity comes after. In this episode of the Business of Story, Park Howell sits down with Shamir Duverseau—founder of Smart Panda Labs and former marketing leader at Disney, Marriott, Southwest Airlines, and NBC Universal—to reveal why the post-click experience is the most overlooked (and profitable) part of your marketing funnel. Shamir shares his journey from running campaigns for iconic brands to building a framework that helps businesses turn website visitors into loyal customers. You'll learn: The psychology behind why prospects vanish after the click How to align marketing, IT, and product teams for seamless digital journeys Simple tweaks that can dramatically increase your conversions Proven strategies for building trust and removing friction on your site How to use research and feedback to continually improve your results Whether you're a startup founder or an enterprise marketer, you'll discover actionable steps to transform your website into a conversion engine and get more from the traffic you already have.

The concept of the "20-mile march," a principle that prioritizes relentless consistency over the common trap of erratic intensity, comes under McKay's scrutiny this week. He demonstrates how this disciplined approach allows individuals and organizations to outperform their peers by focusing on steady progress regardless of external conditions.Drawing on historic Antarctic expeditions and Jim Collins's research, McKay highlights how a fixed daily quota provides the durability needed to survive the "long middle" where most people quit. He examines the creative habits of Jerry Seinfeld and John Grisham, illustrating how a commitment to "not breaking the chain" transforms volume into the appearance of inevitable talent. By analyzing the restraint of Warren Buffett and Southwest Airlines, he explains why setting an upper bound on growth is just as vital as meeting a minimum target. Ultimately, the 20-mile march reduces emotional load and builds a quiet form of confidence by turning discipline into a core identity.Main Themes:Consistency as the primary driver of 10x successThe "Don't Break the Chain" philosophy for professional masterySurviving the "long middle" through predictable rhythmsWhy restraint and upper bounds ensure long-term durabilityTurning discipline from a chore into a core identityReducing emotional load through the 20-mile marchThe Grisham Method: The power of a single daily pageWhy getting back down is more important than reaching the summitConsistency over intensity in volatile marketsBuilding trust in oneself through reliable actionTop 10 Quotes:"The disciplined team survived; the reactive team did not.""Moving to action despite circumstances makes all the difference.""What looks like talent from the outside often turns out to be volume filtered through discipline.""The 'don't break the chain' approach did not make Seinfeld funny; it made him inevitable.""The march carried him through the long middle, the place where most people quit.""Restraint matters as much as effort.""You stop seeing discipline as effort and start seeing it as who you are.""Getting to the top is optional; getting down is mandatory.""The 20-mile march is not about ambition; it is about durability."Show Links:Open Your Eyes with McKay Christensen

North Texas' hometown carriers Southwest Airlines and American Airlines canceled flights to parts of Mexico Sunday after the country's army killed the leader of a powerful cartel during an operation to capture him. In other news, Oncor submitted an application last week to build a more than 200-mile-long 765-kilovolt transmission line from Somervell County to Howard County. Company and state officials have said the project is an important piece of improving Texas' power grid, but certain segments of the proposed routes near a state park have caused local frustration; the Trinity River Audubon Center has a new leader; and the hero of the US men's hockey team who scored the winning goal in overtime to beat Canada 2-1 has ties to North Texas. Ellen Weinberg-Hughes grew up in Dallas, forming part of the legendary 1984 Dallas Sting Soccer Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bank drops Trump accounts..."Three Things You Need to Know"...legal question for Brooks...weather across northeastern US...Southwest Airlines now with assigned seatingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen in as James Pozzi, Sean Broderick and Dan Williams discuss disk durability concerns around the CFM International Leap at Southwest Airlines and the knock-on effects for the strong CFM56 overhaul market over the next few years.

Bob Thomas is joined by McGhee Tyson Airport's Caitlin Darris to talk about the impending arrival of Southwest Airlines, if the winter weather slowed down the construction taking place at McGhee Tyson, & more! #PhilShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 160 of the Award Travel 101 podcast, Angie Sparks welcomes Claudia Corral and Adrian Pagan from ExpertFlyer to discuss the evolution of one of the original tools in the award travel space. Angie reflects on how, before modern award search engines existed, travelers had to manually check airline sites or rely on ExpertFlyer alerts—often needing to understand complex fare classes to make it work. Now under Red Ventures, the platform has been modernized with a new mobile experience, improved alerts, and upgraded technology aimed at making the tool both more powerful for frequent flyers and more approachable for newcomers.The episode also covers current travel news and community highlights. Elevated offers on Southwest Airlines personal credit cards include up to 40,000 Rapid Rewards points plus a Companion Pass valid through February 2027, while Marriott Bonvoy launched a promotion awarding 2,500 bonus points per stay and bonus Elite Night Credits for stays at unique brands through May 10, 2026 (registration required). In the group discussion, members debated their top “keeper” credit cards, with The Platinum Card from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Preferred frequently mentioned.Claudia and Adrian clarify that ExpertFlyer isn't a points-search engine, but rather a comprehensive flight intelligence platform. It provides real-time seat maps, detailed fare class availability, upgrade space (notably valuable for American Airlines systemwide upgrades), flight schedules, fare rules, and tools like minimum connection times and visa information. Designed for frequent travelers, agents, and families alike, the platform encourages users to master one feature at a time, search flights segment by segment, and set strategic alerts. Looking ahead, the team is focused on improving award and upgrade searches—especially for American Airlines—enhancing seat maps, and refining alerts. A new AI-powered flight status insight feature also translates airline jargon into plain English to help travelers better understand delays or cancellations and potentially support compensation claims.Expert Flyer is offering a promo code so that AwardTravel101 listeners get 30% off an ExpertFlyer Premium Yearly account, the insider tool elite travelers use to fly smarter.Choose Premium Yearly account and use promo code ATPodcast30 at checkout. Eligible until 3/31/2026Episode Links:Southwest CC Welcome offersWhere to Find Us The Award Travel 101 Facebook Community. To book time with our team, check out Award Travel 1-on-1. You can also email us at 101@award.travel Buy your Award Travel 101 Merch here Reserve tickets to our Spring 2026 Meetup in Phoenix now. award.travel/phx2026 Our partner CardPointers helps us get the most from our cards. Signup today at https://cardpointers.com/at101 for a 30% discount on annual and lifetime subscriptions! Lastly, we appreciate your support of the AT101 Podcast/Community when you signup for your next card! Technical note: Some user experience difficulty streaming the podcast while connected to a VPN. If you have difficulty, disconnect from your VPN.

It's Friday, which means it's time for an oven-fresh episode of the Between 2 Brands #podcast with your host, Bill Petrie. To start ep. 58, Bill steps on his soapbox during the opening shot to discuss the negative brand impact of the cumulative changes rolled out by Southwest Airlines in the past few years. After he gets that off his chest, he's joined by Taylor Borst from American Solutions for Business where they have a winding conversation covering many topics including her industry journey, the changes she's seen in her decade in branded merch, how distributors can get the most out of events, and managing travel while having a young family. It's a fun and engaging conversation that we really think you'll enjoy. HUGE thanks to our pals over at SHEPENCO for sponsoring this fine broadcast. For 90 years – and four generations of family ownership – they have defined stability by caring about the success of their distributor partners. Head over to shepenco.com to start your next project today!

The boys are bring plenty of Sense, and just enough Nonsense to another rambunctious edition. We dive into pond hockey, Southwest Airline changes, skiing tales, ninja hostory, unicorns, and more. Plus the always demanded fact check and other smiles. Salut!!

This week, Brian learns about Amanda Bynes, Dusty questions Helen Keller, and Aaron defends Southwest Airlines. Then the guys get Olympic fever by learning about the history of the event, obscure Olympic rules, Hillbilly Olympics and debate what everyday event they would be good at if they were creating their own Olympics.Factor Meals: Factormeals.com/nate50offHead to Factormeals.com/nate50off and use code nate50off to get 50% off and free breakfast for a year. Eat like a pro this month. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Betterhelp.com/NATE Sign up and get 10% off at Betterhelp/com/NATE. Rocket Money- Rocketmoney.com/nateLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster.  Join at RocketMoney.com/NATE today!Ultra Pouches: takeultra.comDon't sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code NATELAND at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad

This episode of The Rizzuto Show is what happens when airline etiquette, panic disorders, frozen ponds, dirty airport bathrooms, and relationship ultimatums all get shoved into one chaotic blender.We kick things off with a full-blown airplane armrest showdown — because apparently the middle seat is still the Hunger Games of air travel. Then things escalate when the crew dives into a lawsuit against Southwest Airlines involving a stranded passenger and a debate that somehow turns into a mental health, personal responsibility, and assigned seating spiral.From there? It gets worse. (In the best way.)Would you yell at teenagers walking on melting ice? Would you report an Uber driver with a kid riding shotgun? Would you wash your hands after touching what Lern lovingly described as “a KFC Famous Bowl situation”? These are the hard-hitting questions only a daily comedy show like this one dares to ask.And then… the real drama hits.A listener is forced to choose between his lifelong best friend's bachelor party and his girlfriend's reception invite to a wedding he doesn't even care about. The crew debates loyalty, RSVPs, testosterone levels, scorekeeping in relationships, and whether Riz would absolutely ruin a wedding out of spite.(It's yes. The answer is yes.)This episode of the daily comedy show swings from hilarious to heated to “someone check Riz's T levels” in record time. It's everything you expect from The Rizz Show — sarcastic humor, weird news, relatable life chaos, and the kind of arguments that somehow end with someone threatening to give a speech at a wedding just to make a point.If you like your comedy podcast unfiltered, slightly unhinged, and rooted in real-life situations that spiral fast — this daily comedy show delivers.Welcome to the chaos. We live here now.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Global leaders and influential power brokers gathered at the Munich Security Conference over the weekend. Reuters reports on how Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s speech struck a tone of unity. Early voting is underway in the race to win the House seat previously held by Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene. Politico’s Alec Hernandez joins to discuss the crowded field. Under an executive order from President Trump, federal agencies are deploying AI as a way to operate more efficiently. Ian Duncan of the Washington Post details how some departments are using the technology and the concerns it is raising. Plus, Southwest Airlines is getting some pushback for recent policy changes, and how cheating accusations in curling at the Winter Olympics unfolded. Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

The Secret to Post-Click Psychology: Turn Eyeballs Into Loyal Buyers Smartpandalabs.com About the Guest(s): Shamir Duverseau is the Managing Director at Smart Panda Labs, a technical marketing agency. With over 15 years in marketing and leadership roles, Shamir has worked with major brands like Southwest Airlines, The Walt Disney Company, and NBC Universal. Previously the Senior Director in digital strategy and services for Marriott International’s Vacation Club Division, Shamir co-founded Smart Panda Labs to harness his expertise in both marketing and technical spheres, aiming to improve the post-click experience for consumers. Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of The Chris Voss Show, Chris welcomes digital marketing expert Shamir Duverseau to discuss the intricacies of technical marketing and the importance of the post-click experience. As the managing director of Smart Panda Labs, Shamir delves into how his company helps B2C enterprises optimize user experience on websites to convert traffic into loyal customers. The conversation spans topics from post-click psychology to technological marketing adaptations, highlighting the necessity of understanding customer behavior and simplifying complex shopping experiences online. The duo explore the vast potential that lies in improving the ‘post-click experience’, underscoring how businesses can unlock conversion opportunities by making their digital customer interactions seamless and intuitive. In discussing the common pitfalls in digital marketing strategies and MarTech stacks, Shamir explains how Smart Panda Labs assesses and addresses gaps in client operations to create robust sales experiences and strategy roadmaps. With insights into optimizing advertising spend and improving ROI through savvy digital experiences, Shamir shares practical advice while drawing from his vast experience in working with significant industry players. Key Takeaways: Post-Click Psychology: Engaging customers effectively after they click on an ad is crucial to converting them into buyers, primarily by minimizing friction and simplifying interactions. Importance of Seamless User Experience: Simplifying the complexities of online shopping can lead to better conversions and repeated business. Leveraging MarTech Stacks: Many companies underutilize their marketing technologies, running at just 20% of their capacity, leaving room for significant improvements. Tailored Strategy Roadmaps: Building a customized roadmap helps companies maximize their digital potential by outlining clear paths and methodologies for enhanced customer experience. Focus on Customer Satisfaction: Excellent customer service and experience can significantly impact repeat business, as seen with brands employing thoughtful, personalized touchpoints. Notable Quotes: “The internet brings an interesting mix of the creativity of marketing, the technical aspects of IT, and the product aspects of what you’re selling.” “If something has to be complicated, let’s not make the things that don’t have to be complicated, complicated.” “On the corporate side, I found that marketing people tend to be very creative, which is great. But they also tend to shy away from anything that’s technical.” “If you’ve got, if you spent the money to get someone to the site, it only makes sense to spend money where people are spending the majority of their time.” “When those two things collided. So was born Smart Panda Labs.”

INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Little Wing Pilsner from Horse Thief Hollow Brewing Co. in Chicago. She reviews her weekend in Chicago and announces that her new cooking series “Kat's Kitchen” is available on her YouTube channel.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   TASTING MENU (2:12): Kathleen samples jerky from Chicago's Paulina Market, Russell Stover Dubai Chocolate, and Wally's Jalapeno Mustard.    COURT NEWS (9:14): Kathleen shares news involving Cher's Lifetime Achievement Grammy award, Post Malone pays tribute to Ozzy Ozborne, and Jelly Roll wins Contemporary Country Album of the Year at the Grammy's.    UPDATES (26:43) : Kathleen shares updates on Meghan Markle's jam jars overtaking Netflix HQ, Sundance moves from Park City to Boulder CO, a Waymo crashes into parked cars in LA, and the new US TikTok deal has an impact on users.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (42:27): Kathleen shares articles on vacant Canadian malls being converted into senior housing, NFL quarterback Sam Darnold's grandfather was Dick Hammer (the original Marlboro Man), Southwest Airlines' first week of assigned seating is a disaster, Bill Belichick is snubbed as a 1st ballot Hall of Famer, a coyote swims to Alcatraz, and elephant tosses a tourist in Thailand, the New York Yankees have signed 13-year-old Albert Mejias, Missouri's “Elvis Judge” resigns, and Netflix's founder is opening Utah's most exclusive private ski resort.   HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (40:04): Kathleen reads about a rare marten being captured on a trail cam, and Egypt's lost “Golden City” resurfaces after 3,400 years.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (25:25): Kathleen recommends watching the Waste Management Open PGA tournament, and “Victoria” on Netflix.    SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:09:45): Kathleen reads about St. Christopher, patron saint of bachelors, transportation, traveling, storms, epilepsy, gardeners, holy death, and toothaches.    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:01:28): Kathleen shares a story about President Lincoln's cats. 

Steve Hayes is joined by Emily Oster to discuss the latest federal vaccine and dietary guidelines before welcoming Kevin Williamson and Michael Warren to discuss the Epstein files, Don Lemon's arrest, and Southwest Airlines' new seat assignments. The Agenda:–Oster: Let's Be Honest About Public Health Guidance–Everyone loves listening to journalists–Ethics of journalism and Don Lemon–Why it's always the economy, stupid–Market forces vs. government solutions–The impact of COVID–The Epstein documents dump–Southwest Airlines: changes to seat assignments Show Notes:–The Simple Case for Arresting Don Lemon The Dispatch Podcast is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including access to all of our articles, members-only newsletters, and bonus podcast episodes—click here. If you'd like to remove all ads from your podcast experience, consider becoming a premium Dispatch member by clicking here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Jason is joined by two people who have grown in this space together and are now building life side by side in the business and personally,  Giannina Gibelli and Blake Horstmann!You know Giannina from Netflix's Love is Blind and Blake from The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise, but what's really exciting is the chapter they're in right now. They are parents, got engaged, planning a wedding and recently started co-hosting different and together, which means they're not just sharing a life, but sharing ideas, goals, and building something as a team. Blake and Giannina open up about what getting engaged looked like after becoming pregnant, how Blake chose the ring (and the conversation around diamonds vs. lab-grown), and how their spending habits have evolved over the years. Giannina shares how motherhood has reshaped her content and brand partnerships, including behind-the-scenes insight into some of their biggest deals, the noise that comes with the mom-content space, and how they protect their peace—and their child. They also dive into the financial realities of having a baby, talking money in therapy, Blake's loyalty to Southwest Airlines, the time, energy, and investment poured into their home, and why the nightclub industry is currently struggling. From navigating the “love tax” when booking wedding vendors to refusing to compromise on what they truly want (with a little girl math sprinkled in), they reflect on what the future holds in entertainment—and the advice they'd give their younger selves.Blake and Giannina reveal all this and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss!Host: Jason TartickCo-Host: David ArduinAudio: John GurneyGuest: Giannina Gibelli & Blake Horstmann Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast! Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast Youtube: Trading SecretsFacebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial Trading Secrets Steals & Deals!Square:With Square, you get all the tools to run your business, with none of the contracts or complexity. And why wait? Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/tradingsecrets!Rula:Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/tradingsecrets Momentous:By this point in the year, routines are real - not aspirational. And when it comes to supplements you're taking every day, trust really matters. But choosing the right supplements can be confusing, especially in a low-regulation space, which means a lot of products cut corners, skip testing, or don't fully disclose what's inside. Head to livemomentous.com, and use promo code TRADINGSECRETS for up to 35% off your first orderFunction:Own your health, and start with your heart. Function gives you access to 160+ lab tests each year, including advanced markers for heart health, inflammation, stress, hormones, and toxins for $365 a year. That's a dollar a day. Learn more and join using my link. Visit www.functionhealth.com/TRADINGSECRETS and use gift code TRADINGSECRETS25 for a $25 credit toward your membership.