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DarrenDaily On-Demand
The Hidden Stakes Behind Every Message

DarrenDaily On-Demand

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 3:51


Most leaders work hard on what to say, yet still fail to move people. Darren Hardy reveals the overlooked factor that turns routine updates into moments that command attention and action. Once you see it, you will never present information, numbers, or decisions the same way again. ⚡RIVETING STRIKE⚡️TEAM ENROLLMENT CLOSES FRIDAY Go to RIVETINGSpeaker.com to join the Strike⚡Team. Get more personal mentoring from Darren each day. Go to DarrenDaily at http://darrendaily.com/join to learn more.

The Horse Racing Radio Network Podcast
HRRN's AmWager Weekend Stakes Preview - January 16, 2026

The Horse Racing Radio Network Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 59:52


HRRN LISTENERS GET $10 INSTANTLY WHEN SIGNING UP FOR A NEW AMWAGER ACCOUNT. SEE DETAILS AT https://link.amwager.com/hrrn HRRN's AmWager Weekend Stakes Preview. Bobby Neuman and Bob Nastanovich handicap the weekend's biggest stakes races including Duncan F. Kenner, Marie G. Krantz Memorial, Silverbulletday, Colonel E.R. Bradley, G3 Louisiana, G3 Lecomte, Ladies, Cal Cup Sprint, Turf Classic, Cal Cup Oaks, Cal Cup Derby, Sunshine Millions FM Turf Sprint, plus give you the weekend's "Best Bet"

Dance And Stuff
Episode 446: With Lower Stakes

Dance And Stuff

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 77:10


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Write Your Screenplay Podcast
5 Steps To Raise The Stakes In Your Screenplay

Write Your Screenplay Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 16:08


What if raising the stakes in your screenplay has nothing to do with explosions, danger, or bigger plot events? In this rerelease of a classic episode, Jake takes on one of the most misunderstood producer notes—raise the stakes—and reframes it from the ground up. Stakes, he explains, don't begin with what happens on screen. They begin with empathy: our connection to a character, what they want, and how hard it is for them to get it.

The Tara Show
H3: “From Street Rule to Economic Boom: Power, Policing, and the Stakes Ahead”

The Tara Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 27:17


From unrest in Minneapolis to a historic economic surge, today's episode connects dots the media won't. As President Trump signals potential use of the Insurrection Act, we examine how depolicing, street enforcement, and political hesitation have reshaped public safety—and what happens when the rule of law disappears. Then, buried beneath the chaos, a stunning turnaround: America is growing faster than China, GDP is surging at 5.5%, wages are rising faster than inflation, and productivity is hitting levels not seen since Reagan. Add in a massive geopolitical shock—China losing up to 70% of its oil supply—and the stakes couldn't be higher. We also break down the fight in Congress over Obamacare subsidies, alleged large-scale fraud, Trump's proposed overhaul to put money directly in patients' hands, and what it could mean for healthcare costs. Finally, a local flashpoint: South Carolina's measles outbreak, vaccine policy, exemptions, and a growing debate parents and lawmakers can't avoid. This is about power—who has it, who enforces it, and who pays the price.

Blinkers Off
Lecomte & Silverbulletday Stakes Picks + Pegasus World Cup Early Look | Blinkers Off 764

Blinkers Off

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 70:17


The Racing Dudes deliver picks and analysis for the Lecomte Stakes (G3) and Silverbulletday Stakes, two key Kentucky Derby and Oaks prep races at Fair Grounds. Find out which 3-year-olds took a major step forward on the trail. Plus, the guys give an early preview of the Pegasus World Cup, breaking down the top contenders, storylines, and betting angles for Gulfstream Park's $3 million showdown. Full Livestream ReplayRacingDudes.com is the destination site for all things horse racing and sports betting. Whether it be free winners, expert insider picks, up-to-the-minute trackside weather reports, or multiple podcasts and livestream videos that provide only the best content for gamblers of all skill levels, never make another wager without visiting the Racing Dudes first!Made by fans, for fans, come see why RacingDudes.com is the #1 most trusted sports betting website anywhere!PURCHASE our Pegasus World Cup Betting Bible!

BushLeagueSports
49ers vs Seahawks Divisional Round Preview: Short Rest, Big Stakes, No Excuses

BushLeagueSports

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 64:48


The San Francisco 49ers face the Seattle Seahawks for the third time this season, this time with a trip to the NFC Championship Game on the line.With Brock Purdy under center, the 49ers are 4–0 in Seattle, and this matchup looks very different than Week 18. Trent Williams is back, Ricky Pearsall could return, and San Francisco may finally have its core pieces in place after weeks of injuries and short rest.The key? Stopping the run and forcing Sam Darnold to win the game. Seattle gashed the 49ers for 180 rushing yards in their last meeting, but San Francisco's young defensive tackles have emerged, and veteran Eric Kendricks could be the difference over the middle of the field.We break down:Why this is an “eggshell game” for Sam DarnoldHow the 49ers can slow Seattle's run gameThe impact of Trent Williams' return on the offenseLife without George Kittle and who can step upWhy Brock Purdy is built for this moment in SeattleThis is a film-based, matchup-driven Divisional Round preview of one of the most familiar — and dangerous — playoff showdowns in the NFC.Purchase G.O.A.T Fuel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goatfuel.com/?rfsn=8542698.99750d3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit Sports Spyder for up to date 49ers content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sportspyder.com/nfl/san-francisco-49ers/news⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @49ers_Access⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@49ers.access 

The Next Round
TNR 1/14/26 - Hour 3 | Lane Kiffin Gets Another QB at LSU & The Stakes for the ACC in the Natty

The Next Round

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 53:44


The National Championship is set for The Indiana Hoosiers (-8.5) v. The Miami Hurricanes Monday night in Miami at 6:30 on ESPN. How can Miami Football upset Indiana Football for the title? Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin stepped down Tuesday after 19 years with the franchise. Do you think Tomlin is coaching or a TV analyst next season? Lane Kiffin gets another QB at LSU What's at stake for the ACC in the national championship game? PLUS, LT's Trash presented by Bud Light! SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - / @nextroundlive FOLLOW TNR ON RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/c-7759604 FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com #SEC #Alabama #Auburn #secfootball #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #football #sports #alabamafootball #alabamabasketball #auburnbasketball #auburnfootball #rolltide #wareagle #alabamacrimsontide #auburntigers #nfl #sportsnews #footballnews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just Wondering... With Norm Hitzges
No Guardrails: Cowboys Draft Stakes and a Sport Spinning Out | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Just Wondering... With Norm Hitzges

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 23:13


The Cowboys don't have many chances — and that's exactly the problem.In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm Hitzges breaks down the Dallas Cowboys' upcoming draft and explains why the pressure on their two first-round picks couldn't be higher. With no selections in the second or third rounds, Dallas must hit on picks 12 and 20 to begin fixing a defense that simply wasn't good enough last season. Norm walks through realistic draft scenarios, evaluates defensive targets like Sonny Styles, Caleb Downs, Harold Baines, and Jermod McCoy, and explains how quarterback movement at the top of the draft could quietly help — or hurt — the Cowboys' plans.Norm also explores trade-down possibilities at pick 20, outlining how Dallas might regain badly needed draft capital without sacrificing defensive help. The bottom line is blunt: the Cowboys cannot afford another draft miss. There's no cushion, no waiting around, and no easy fix if they get this wrong.Then the conversation turns to college football — and how the transfer portal has pushed the sport into complete chaos. Norm lays out eye-opening transfer numbers, including massive roster migrations following new coaches, and explains why the system has become unsustainable. The episode culminates with the story of Kansas State head coach Chris Kleiman, a wildly successful coach who retired early, citing the lack of guardrails, agent influence, and constant compensation demands as reasons he simply couldn't continue.It's a sobering look at two football worlds — one fighting to rebuild carefully, the other spinning faster than anyone can control. Chapters00:00:00 – Today's questions: the Cowboys draft and college football chaos00:01:29 – Why the Cowboys must fix the defense through the draft00:02:10 – The massive pressure on picks 12 and 2000:03:01 – Why missing on these picks isn't an option00:03:53 – Sonny Styles and Caleb Downs: ideal defensive targets00:04:40 – What happens if top targets are gone00:05:23 – How quarterback movement could help Dallas00:06:07 – Dante Moore's draft uncertainty00:07:02 – Cornerback options at pick 2000:07:40 – Jermod McCoy and betting on recovery00:08:18 – Defensive back depth in the mid-first round00:09:16 – Trade-down scenarios to regain draft capital00:10:08 – Why Dallas can't afford another draft mistake00:11:05 – Transition to college football's transfer chaos00:13:58 – Transfer portal numbers that don't feel real00:15:26 – Coaches bringing entire rosters with them00:16:09 – Oklahoma State and Penn State transfer explosions00:16:59 – Chris Kleiman's retirement and warning signs00:17:47 – Kleiman's coaching resume and success00:18:44 – Why the stress finally won00:20:12 – “No one's minding the store anymore”00:21:36 – Agents, money, and the future of the sport00:22:00 – Sponsors and closing thoughts Check us out: patreon.com/sunsetloungedfwInstagram: sunsetloungedfwTiktok: sunsetloungedfwX: SunsetLoungeDFWFB: Sunset Lounge DFW

DJ & PK
Hour 2: What is Trending | Cam Mellor Talking NFL Draft | Talent Evaluation Stakes Higher Than Ever

DJ & PK

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 46:57


Hour two of DJ & PK for January 13, 2026: What is Trending: Utah Jazz, NBA, NFL, CFB, Golf, Utah Mammoth Cam Mellor, Pro Football Sports Network Talent evaluation in college football and NFL

The Wes Buck Show
The Wes Buck Show | Ep. 410 | Jason Harris and Brian Lohnes!!!

The Wes Buck Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 98:19


THE WES BUCK SHOW — EPISODE 410“NEW YEAR, NEW MILLION?”IT'S 2026.WE'RE BACK.AND WE'RE ALREADY TALKIN' BIG MONEY AND BAD FAST HOT RODS.To kick off the new year, we've got a couple of absolute hammers joining us to break it all down and fire it all up.First up, NHRA's own Brian Lohnes, the voice of the sport, the man behind the mic, and the guy who's gonna help us set the tone for a huge season ahead. He's fresh off the mic from the DI Winter Series and bringing the takes, the insight, and probably a few stories from the tower.Then we've got Jason Harris, and the dude is just flat-out on one right now. He rolled into Bradenton for the first leg of the DI Winter Series and left with the win and the number one qualifier spot. That's one race down, and if he wins two more, we're talkin' about a cool million dollars headed his way. Oh, and if he qualifies number one two more times? That's a brand-new Jerry Bickel Pro Mod. Stakes don't get much higher, and Jason is already halfway to the dream.The DI Winter Series is officially underway. The countdown to a million is on. And we're kickin' it all off with the best seat in the house.New year. New season. Same badass show.LET'S FREAKIN' GO.Each week on The Wes Buck Show, Wes Buck, JT “Murder T” Hudson, and Mike Carpenter bring their unique insights and analysis to the most electrifying moments and storylines from a packed weekend of drag racing.

Law of Self Defense News/Q&A
BONUS! 2026 STAKES: First-World VICTORY or Civilization's END! #1033

Law of Self Defense News/Q&A

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 65:48


WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE! Today is the start of a WHOLE NEW YEAR, for ourselves, our families, our nation, and our AMERICAN FIRST-WORLD CULTURE—and 2026 is going to be AWESOME!Best of all, we're starting 2026 with an UTTERLY SMASHED OVERTON WINDOW on matters of migration, culture, race, and the demonstrable impossibility of first-world and third-world peoples to live in close proximity and in competition for the world's scarce resources. The cultural battlefield is now visible to all, as well as the harsh reality that there will ultimately be only ONE victorious peoples governing the globe's ostensibly first-world nations.  EITHER the third-world peoples will be expelled from first-world lands, and the proper cultural hierarchy re-established, OR civilization will be eradicated within our lifetimes. THOSE ARE THE STAKES. PREPARE ACCORDINGLY!

The Horse Racing Radio Network Podcast
HRRN's AmWager Weekend Stakes Preview - January 9, 2026

The Horse Racing Radio Network Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 59:52


HRRN LISTENERS GET $10 INSTANTLY WHEN SIGNING UP FOR A NEW AMWAGER ACCOUNT. SEE DETAILS AT https://link.amwager.com/hrrn HRRN's AmWager Weekend Stakes Preview. Bobby Neuman and Bob Nastanovich handicap the weekend's biggest stakes races including G2 San Vicente, Sunshine Classic, Sunshine FM Turf, Bob F. Wright Memorial, Nelson J. Menard Memorial, Gary P. Palmisano, Sr Memorial, Gasparilla, Wayward Lass, Likely Exchange, G3 Las Flores, and G3 Las Cienegas, plus give you the weekend's "Best Bet"

Best of 670 The Score
Makhlouf: Chris Emma walks us through the stakes of the Bears-Packers showdown (Hour 1)

Best of 670 The Score

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 42:53


Makhlouf: Chris Emma walks us through the stakes of the Bears-Packers showdown (Hour 1) full 2573 Sat, 10 Jan 2026 03:22:46 +0000 jMuDx5vuFGezBHu916ErlwoK4twpkdet sports Best of 670 The Score sports Makhlouf: Chris Emma walks us through the stakes of the Bears-Packers showdown (Hour 1) Best of the Score brings listeners the best interviews, segments, bits and highlights of the station's many shows. © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https

WISCO SPORTS SHOW with Grant Bilse
Stakes in CHI, Xs and Os, Arbitration Court | Mike Clemens

WISCO SPORTS SHOW with Grant Bilse

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 92:19


Grant highlights some players who have the most to gain on Sunday night, and describes some of the pertinent Xs and Os in the Packers Bears matchup. Giannis has spoken, and Grant lays out some of the Brewers gains and losses in their pre-arbitration contracts. Mike Clemens has the latest following Packers practice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna
279 | Rian Johnson on Writing High-Concept Stories with Deep Emotional Stakes

The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 52:36


Rian Johnson (KNIVES OUT, LOOPER, STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI) joins Meg for a deep craft conversation about balancing bold, high-concept ideas with intimate emotional storytelling. Rian breaks down how character - not plot mechanics - is the engine behind mystery, world-building, and genre, from crafting unforgettable character introductions to using theme as a dramatic misdirection tool. They also explore how emotion drives high-concept rules, how to write suspects with clarity, and why outlining is essential when juggling complex narratives. A masterclass in marrying big ideas with human stakes from one of today's most distinctive storytellers. --- Looking for more support on your writing journey? Join Meg and Lorien inside ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TSL Workshops⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠- use code HOLIDAY25 for 50% off your first month. Episode Links: "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery" on ⁠Netflix⁠ "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" on Disney+ Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TSL merch shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TSL on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Screenwriting Life is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jonathan Hurwitz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and edited by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kate Mishkin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thescreenwritinglife@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Racing Form
DRF Saturday ROTD Listening Edition | Santa Ynez Stakes @ Santa Anita | January 10, 2026

Daily Racing Form

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 9:31


This Saturday, the Race of the Day is Santa Ynez Stakes at Santa Anita. Tune in as Ashley Mailloux and Mike Beer offer their analysis.

The Storyteller’s Mission with Zena Dell Lowe
How to Raise the Stakes in Your Story (Without Gimmicks)

The Storyteller’s Mission with Zena Dell Lowe

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 14:54 Transcription Available


Free Video Tutorial for ScreenwritingWhat makes the stakes in a story truly matter?In this episode of The Storyteller's Mission, Zena Dell Lowe explains how to raise the stakes in your story without relying on gimmicks, artificial tension, or repetitive plot devices. This episode explores why high stakes are always tied to character, relationship, and consequence—and how meaningful escalation creates pressure that drives transformation.From moral weight to relational cost to progressively harder choices, this conversation reframes how writers should think about stakes at every level of storytelling. Whether you're working on a novel, screenplay, or short story, this episode provides a practical and timeless approach to making your story resonate more deeply with an audience.Watch this episode on YouTube Sign up for The Storyteller's Digest, my exclusive bi-monthly newsletter for writers and storytellers. Each edition delivers an insightful article or practical writing tip straight from me, designed to help you master your craft and tell compelling stories.The Storyteller's Mission Podcast is now on YouTube.  Subscribe to our channel and never miss a new episode or announcement.Support the Show!Contact us for anything else!Send us a textSupport the show

The Autumn Windbags: The Best Las Vegas Raiders Podcast Ever!
Raiders Reset: Pete Carroll Fired, Brady Takes Control, Maxx Crosby Decision Looms

The Autumn Windbags: The Best Las Vegas Raiders Podcast Ever!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 60:56


Raiders Reset: Pete Carroll Fired, Brady Takes Control, Maxx Crosby Decision Looms 0:00 – Intro: back after missing shows (“3x as good” promise) 1:01 – No rundown today: too much to cover 1:51 – Pete Carroll fired after Black Monday: how it got this bad 2:58 – 3–14 wasn't the story — the team never improved 4:52 – The 3 biggest reasons Carroll failed 4:59 – #1: Not playing young guys (and the O-line chaos) 5:45 – #2: Couldn't handle Raiders dysfunction — made it worse 7:29 – #3: Ignored the front office plan + nepotism (Carroll sons) 9:33 – “Win now” mindset on a roster not built to win now 10:14 – Rookie usage + “compete” hypocrisy (Rogers/Grant examples) 12:09 – No credit for rookie development when veterans regressed (Geno, O-line, etc.) 15:54 – Carroll's blind spot: only works with stacked rosters 19:23 – John Spytek's silence + presser takeaway: alignment matters 22:26 – “Brady is in charge” narrative: where did it come from? 25:07 – Was Pete a Mark Davis guy? Brady “set it and forget it” theory 27:28 – Why Spytek deserves leash: clear strategy + rookie class 28:49 – Next priority: land the right head coach (dominoes after) 29:14 – Coaching carousel + making the Raiders job attractive 34:31 – Maxx Crosby: keep vs trade (coach-driven decision) 37:08 – Interview list + candidates (Harbaugh, Flores, Kingsbury, etc.) 40:36 – Flores debate: proven fixer vs QB/relationship red flags 57:20 – Stakes: this offseason can ruin or save the next decade 59:14 – Wrap-up + live show when coach gets hired

Movie of the Year
2025 - Oscar Draft

Movie of the Year

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 64:13


The 2025 Season Begins with the Oscar DraftMovie of the Year is back with a brand-new season, and there's no better way to kick things off than with our first-ever Oscar Draft 2025. Hosted by Cassie, this episode sees panelists Ryan, Mike, Greg, and Taylor engage in a deadly serious competition to predict which films will dominate awards season.Each drafter is tasked with assembling a roster of films they believe will rack up the most Academy Award nominations—across any and all categories—once Oscar morning finally arrives. It's prediction, strategy, taste, and fortune-telling rolled into one.The Taste Buds are back, and this time they're playing for keeps.Draft Rules: How the Oscar Draft 2025 WorksTo ensure fairness—and maximize tension—the draft follows a snake format, meaning the order reverses each round.Key Rules:Drafters select movies, not individuals or categoriesAny film is eligible—first half, festival darling, delayed release mystery, whateverNo two panelists can draft the same filmFive rounds totalThe winning team is the one whose final slate earns the most nominations when the Academy announces themEvery pick is a bet—on the movies themselves, their campaigns, their distributors, their word of mouth, and even the voters' unpredictable tastes.Prediction vs Taste: Two Ways to PlayOne wrinkle that defines the episode: panelists must decide what kind of drafter they want to be.Do you swing for awards-season favorites blessed with early buzz? Or gamble on late-breaking discoveries nobody else notices yet?Some draft with spreadsheets and precedent. Others reach for films they want to see recognized. Every strategy has holes—and every smart pick someone else was eyeing can change the entire board.Stakes, Tension, and Oscar BloodsportUnlike the usual Movie of the Year chaos, this one is deadly serious. No bit is too small, no argument too granular, and no accusation too petty.Ryan, Mike, Greg, and Taylor:block each other's pickssteal films out of sheer spiteargue over festival credibilitynegotiate control of the boardand, occasionally, wonder if they've made a catastrophic mistakeWith no immediate winner declared, the true victor won't be revealed until Oscar nominations are announced. Which makes the waiting—and the trash talk—that much sweeter.Bonus Conversation: The State of the 2025 RaceBetween picks, Cassie guides the panel through the critical questions that define this year's awards landscape, including:Are we preparing for a heavyweight Best Picture category?Does streaming still have power?Are studio campaign budgets shrinking—or...

Ron Paul Liberty Report
Raising The Stakes US Seizes RUSSIA-Flagged Tanker!

Ron Paul Liberty Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 14:17


Raising The Stakes US Seizes RUSSIA-Flagged Tanker! by Ron Paul Liberty Report

Daily Racing Form
DRF Sunday ROTD Listening Edition | Grade 3 Las Cienegas Stakes @ Santa Anita | January 11, 2026

Daily Racing Form

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 16:32


The Race of the Day for Sunday is the Grade 3 Las Cienegas at Santa Anita. Check out the analysis from David Aragona and Gino Buccola.

Law of Self Defense News/Q&A
2026 STAKES: First-World VICTORY or Civilization's END! #1132

Law of Self Defense News/Q&A

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 51:42


WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE! Today is the start of a WHOLE NEW YEAR, for ourselves, our families, our nation, and our AMERICAN FIRST-WORLD CULTURE—and 2026 is going to be AWESOME!Best of all, we're starting 2026 with an UTTERLY SMASHED OVERTON WINDOW on matters of migration, culture, race, and the demonstrable impossibility of first-world and third-world peoples to live in close proximity and in competition for the world's scarce resources. The cultural battlefield is now visible to all, as well as the harsh reality that there will ultimately be only ONE victorious peoples governing the globe's ostensibly first-world nations.  EITHER the third-world peoples will be expelled from first-world lands, and the proper cultural hierarchy re-established, OR civilization will be eradicated within our lifetimes. THOSE ARE THE STAKES. PREPARE ACCORDINGLY!

The Tara Show
H3: Fraud Raids, Ghost Daycares & the Crime Crackdown Media Won't Explain

The Tara Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 33:08


Tara breaks down a sweeping federal crackdown unfolding in Minneapolis and beyond — from thousands of fraud and immigration investigators deployed, to explosive revelations about ghost daycare centers, suitcase cash operations, and decades-old investigations buried by Washington. As panic spreads among Democrat officials, Tara explains why this moment is different, how crime statistics are finally moving in the right direction, and why the media's narrative about “chaos” and “war” collapses under basic facts and long-standing law. This episode connects fraud, open borders, crime, censorship, and media deception — and shows why accountability is suddenly back on the table.

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep279: THE DESERT ONE TRAGEDY AND THE GEOPOLITICAL STAKES OF THE 1980 ELECTION Colleague Craig Unger. Author Craig Unger discusses the failed "Desert One" rescue mission on April 24, 1980, where mechanical failures and a collision resulted in

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 11:50


THE DESERT ONE TRAGEDY AND THE GEOPOLITICAL STAKES OF THE 1980 ELECTION Colleague Craig Unger. Author Craig Unger discusses the failed "Desert One" rescue mission on April 24, 1980, where mechanical failures and a collision resulted in eight American deaths, ending any immediate hope of rescuing 52 hostages held in Iran. Unger explains that while the Shah of Iran had been a US puppet installed by a 1953 CIA coup, the 1979 revolution replaced him with a hostile Islamic Republic, turning a strategic ally into an enemy. The hostage crisis became the central issue of the 1980 campaign; a successful rescue would likely have secured Carter's reelection, while failure favored Ronald Reagan. Additionally, the segment highlights the strained relationship between Carter and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, noting that despite the Camp David Accords, Israel feared an Iraqi victory over Iran would create a dangerous regional superpower. NUMBER 1

The Tara Show
Free Speech Under Fire: Elon, Trump, and the Tim Wallace Fallout

The Tara Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 7:02


Daily Racing Form
Grade 3 Robert J Frankel Stakes at Santa Anita | DRF Thursday ROTD Listening Edition

Daily Racing Form

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 13:11


This Thursday, don't miss the Race of the Day: Grade 3 Robert J. Frankel Stakes at Santa Anita. David Aragona and Mike Beer share their expert perspectives.

The Horse Racing Radio Network Podcast
HRRN's AmWager Weekend Stakes Preview - January 2, 2026

The Horse Racing Radio Network Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2026 60:00


HRRN LISTENERS GET $10 INSTANTLY WHEN SIGNING UP FOR A NEW AMWAGER ACCOUNT. SEE DETAILS AT https://link.amwager.com/hrrn HRRN's AmWager Weekend Stakes Preview. Bobby Neuman and Bob Nastanovich handicap the weekend's biggest stakes races including Ginger Brew, Mucho Macho Man, LA Futurity - Fillies, LA Futurity – C&G, Jerome, Busanda, Renaissance, Commodore OS, Smarty Jones, Santa Ynez, G3 Las Flores, Mockingbird, plus give you the weekend's "Best Bet"

The Morning Roast with Bonta, Kate & Joe
Huge Game, Huge Stakes | '49ers Plus Minus'

The Morning Roast with Bonta, Kate & Joe

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 58:55


From '49ers Plus Minus' (⁠Subscribe Here)⁠: Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the 49ers' immense game against Seattle on Saturday with the NFC's No. 1 seed at stake -- and a potential trip to Philadelphia looming if the 49ers lose. 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

Horse Racing Happy Hour
Santa Anita Saturday | Santa Ynez Stakes

Horse Racing Happy Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 44:23


The guys are back with another SoCal Saturday.They head to Santa Anita for an Oaks prep in the Santa Ynez.Make sure to check out AMWAGER! They've got a 100% deposit match up to $150 for new customers.

Horse Racing Happy Hour
Jerome & Busanda Stakes | Bob Ehalt

Horse Racing Happy Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 14:03


Bob Ehalt of BloodHorse joined Louie on Rabaut & Co.They discussed the Derby & Oaks preps at Aqueduct on Saturday.

The TK Show: A Show about sports in the Bay Area
[49ers +/-] Huge Game, Huge Stakes

The TK Show: A Show about sports in the Bay Area

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 61:40


Tim and Matt Barrows analyze the 49ers' immense game against Seattle on Saturday with the NFC's No. 1 seed at stake -- and a potential trip to Philadelphia looming if the 49ers lose. 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

The Nerd Room Podcast
Selling Doomsday: Trailer Leaks, AI, and the Multiverse Problem

The Nerd Room Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 56:28


In this episode, Tim and Ian discuss the marketing strategy for Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday, breaking down the turbulent rollout of the first 3 trailers which have been being plagued by leaks and AI. They also discuss the return of iconic characters like Steve Rogers and Thor, and the implications of the multiverse on future character arcs. They also touch on the nostalgic return of the X-Men and speculations about the future of the MCU, emphasizing the need for a streamlined narrative to engage both new and returning fans. 00:00 - Marvel's Marketing Missteps 14:20 - The Return of Steve Rogers 28:26 - The Multiverse and Its Implications 34:02 - The Stakes of Family: A Deeper Connection 38:54 - X-Men Legacy: Revisiting Iconic Characters 47:12 - The Future of the MCU: Speculations and Expectations

Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor assess the big stakes of Ravens at Steelers for coaches, QBs and franchises

Baltimore Positive

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 53:37


It feels like more than just two mediocre teams with legendary franchise pedigree battling for an AFC North title in Pittsburgh on Sunday night. Luke Jones and Nestor assess the big stakes of Ravens at Steelers for coaches, quarterbacks the offseason trajectory of the franchises given the long tenure and tumultuous seasons of John Harbaugh and Mike Tomlin. The post Luke Jones and Nestor assess the big stakes of Ravens at Steelers for coaches, QBs and franchises first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast
WWE: Drew McIntyre raises stakes with Cody Rhodes as The Usos, Carmelo Hayes win gold

Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 125:58


WWE ended 2025 with two major title changes and the stage set for an intriguing 2026 -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with The Main Event [18:10] covering Drew McIntyre's Three Stages of Hell challenge to Cody Rhodes, CM Punk and Bron Breakker going face to face and Austin Theory's introduction to The Vision. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [52:25], including The Usos and Carmelo Hayes winning championships, GUNTHER taking a step down from his peak, Finn Balor possibly rebounding into the top of the card, Becky Lynch putting over Maxxine Dupri, what to expect in Kabuki Warriors vs. IYO SKY & Rhea Ripley, plus much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

The OTP: Official Titans Podcast
The OTP | Cam Ward's Growth, Saints Lessons & Jaguars Finale Stakes

The OTP: Official Titans Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 46:36 Transcription Available


Amie Wells is joined by Rhett Bryan and Coach Dave McGinnis to break down the Titans' loss to the Saints, highlighting explosive plays, red-zone frustrations, and the impact of a depleted secondary. The crew dives deep into Cam Ward's continued growth and record-setting rookie season, the development of Tennessee's young core, and the realities of late-season attrition. Plus, a full preview of the regular-season finale in Jacksonville, where the Jaguars are playing for the AFC's top seed and the Titans look to close the year strong in a heated rivalry matchup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Baseline NBA Podcast
New Year, New Stakes: NBA Resolutions + Inside the NBA's Anti-Tanking Push w/ ESPN's Kevin Pelton

The Baseline NBA Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 53:56 Transcription Available


The new year brings new priorities across the NBA, and we kick things off by laying out our 2025 NBA New Year's Resolutions — bold calls on teams and stars at pivotal crossroads, from roster resets and superstar futures to the mindset shifts we want to see from the league's top talent.Then, ESPN NBA analyst Kevin Pelton joins the show for an in-depth breakdown of the NBA's renewed anti-tanking push in the wake of recent gambling investigations. Pelton walks us through the league's updated injury-reporting rules, the information gaps sportsbooks have exploited, and the long-term strategies the NBA is considering to curb late-season manipulation without punishing legitimate rebuilds.We also examine how the revamped lottery, transparency measures, and league governance could shape competitive balance moving forward. A timely, thoughtful conversation on NBA integrity, accountability, and the future of team-building — with insight you won't want to miss.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-baseline-nba-podcast--3677698/support.Visit: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code CLNS and get $50 in lineups.This show was sponsored in part by Raycon: Visit https://buyraycon.com/baseline for 20% off new buds!Get NBA League Pass: https://link.nba.com/LP19MG Looking to book a vacation? Our travel partner Exquiste Travel & Tours has you covered: Call 954-228-5479 or visit https://exquisitetravelandtours.com/Discover our favorite podcast gear & shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Budget-friendly collaborations welcome! https://bit.ly/19GuestFollow The Baseline on X: https://twitter.com/nbabaselineFollow The Baseline on IG: https://instagram.com/nba_baseline

Daily Racing Form
Dania Beach Stakes Preview at Gulfstream Park | DRF Thursday ROTD

Daily Racing Form

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 11:13


The Race of the Day for Thursday is the Dania Beach Stakes at Gulfstream Park. Check out the analysis from Ashley Mailloux and Mike Beer.

Daily Racing Form
DRF Sunday ROTD | Mockingbird Stakes @ Oaklawn Park

Daily Racing Form

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 11:41


This Sunday, the Race of the Day is Mockingbird Stakes at Oaklawn Park. Tune in as Gino Buccola and Mike Beer offer their analysis.

The Bill Simmons Podcast
A Crazy 49ers Win, Baltimore's Alive, Week 18 Stakes, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal

The Bill Simmons Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 111:59


The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the 49ers take down the Bears on Sunday night to recap Week 17 of the NFL season (2:35). Then, they guess the lines for Week 18 before ending with Parent Corner (01:03:09). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Learn more at https://linkedin.com/simmonsbill This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Don't settle for just any insurance when there's State Farm. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rich Eisen Show
NFL Week 17: 49ers, Patriots, Lions, Steelers-Ravens Stakes & More

The Rich Eisen Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 40:06


A weekly staple on 'The Rich Eisen Show' since 2018, 'Overreaction Monday' is now also an extended podcast with Rich and Chris Brockman debating the latest in the NFL. Today's topics: 1:05 - The 49ers should be the favorites to win the NFC 5:30 - The losing coach in Steelers vs Ravens in Week 18 won't be back in 2026 10:34 - The Patriots are the most likeable great team heading into the postseason 14:40 - The Bills have maxed out with Sean McDermott... he's coaching for his job in the playoffs 18:45 - Either Jared Goff or Dan Campbell has to go for the Lions to get over the hump in the NFC 21:45 - Tyler Shough will win OROY and the Saints over .500 next season 25:40 - Malik Willis is the next Baker Mayfield/Sam Darnold... he'll be starting for someone next season 29:45 - The Chargers are the playoff team you have the most concerns about heading into January Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OverReaction Monday
NFL Week 17: 49ers, Patriots, Lions, Steelers-Ravens Stakes & More

OverReaction Monday

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 40:06


A weekly staple on 'The Rich Eisen Show' since 2018, 'Overreaction Monday' is now also an extended podcast with Rich and Chris Brockman debating the latest in the NFL. Today's topics: 1:05 - The 49ers should be the favorites to win the NFC 5:30 - The losing coach in Steelers vs Ravens in Week 18 won't be back in 2026 10:34 - The Patriots are the most likeable great team heading into the postseason 14:40 - The Bills have maxed out with Sean McDermott... he's coaching for his job in the playoffs 18:45 - Either Jared Goff or Dan Campbell has to go for the Lions to get over the hump in the NFC 21:45 - Tyler Shough will win OROY and the Saints over .500 next season 25:40 - Malik Willis is the next Baker Mayfield/Sam Darnold... he'll be starting for someone next season 29:45 - The Chargers are the playoff team you have the most concerns about heading into January Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NorthFloridaSportsNetwork Report
NFL Playoff Paths and CFP Stakes

NorthFloridaSportsNetwork Report

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 30:41 Transcription Available


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The Horse Racing Radio Network Podcast
HRRN's AmWager Weekend Stakes Preview - December 26, 2025

The Horse Racing Radio Network Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 59:52


HRRN LISTENERS GET $10 INSTANTLY WHEN SIGNING UP FOR A NEW AMWAGER ACCOUNT. SEE DETAILS AT https://link.amwager.com/hrrn HRRN's AmWager Weekend Stakes Preview. Bobby Neuman and Bob Nastanovich handicap the weekend's biggest stakes races including Abundantia, G3 Mr. Prospector, Queens County, Woodchopper, Pago Hop, Year's End, G2 Mathis Mile, G2 Laffit Pincay, Jr., G1 La Brea, G3 San Gabriel, G1 Malibu,and  G1 American Oaks, plus give you the weekend's "Best Bet" 

Weekly Spooky
6 Scary New Year Tales of Devils, Vampires, Zombies & Paranormal Evil!

Weekly Spooky

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 162:08 Transcription Available


Ring in the new year with a New Year's Eve horror stories marathon built for maximum dread: devil bargains, vampires in the dark, zombie chaos, and a paranormal case file that turns the end of the year into a blood-soaked countdown. If you're searching for scary New Year stories, NYE horror, or a horror anthology podcast to binge, this is your midnight companion—six twisted tales that get meaner as the clock runs out.Inside this New Year's Eve compilation (in airing order):• Even the Devil Tells the Truth Sometimes — by Dan WilderA killer with a Faustian bargain stalks Times Square on New Year's Eve… but the “gift” he was promised comes with a brutal twist.• Satan's Shotgun — by Dani Wilder An undead avenger rises once a year to slaughter a monstrous “zodiac” gang—until the final confrontation reveals what this nightmare really is.• A Few Cold Ones — by David O'HanlonA rowdy Brew Year's Eve festival turns into a hostage nightmare inside a legendary hotel—where the “party” ends in blood, fire, and revenge.• Stakes n' Shoguns — by Dan WilderA late-night movie screening becomes a war zone when Dracula wakes beneath the theater… and the only “holy water” available is absolutely unhinged.• Alien Zombie Punks from Upstate New York — by Dan Wilder — Punk rock New Year's revelry detonates into alien meteors, zombies, and a strangely hilarious afterlife problem.• New Year's Evil: A Paranormal Thriller from the Case Files of Caroline Quinn — by Mike Ashkewe New Year's Eve 2012 turns apocalyptic as Caroline Quinn faces Rots, a corrupted psychic thread, and the rise of Ya-Su.Lock the doors, turn the lights down, and hit play—because on New Year's Eve, the countdown isn't to midnight. It's to whatever's waiting in the dark.

The Detroit Lions Podcast
Bish & Brown: Red-Zone Collapse, Christmas Stakes - Detroit Lions Podcast

The Detroit Lions Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 53:07


Back-to-Back Gut Punch Sets Up Christmas Stakes The Detroit Lions let a win slip in Week 16. Pittsburgh beat them 29-24. Detroit fell to 8-7 and took its first back-to-back loss since 2022. The Lions had first and goal at the 1 with seconds left and still walked off with a defeat. This was not a no-show. The Steelers looked like an AFC playoff team and strung together a suffocating, clock-chewing drive. Yet the chance was there. The miss stings. Now the NFL calendar points to Christmas Day. Vikings on Netflix. Detroit must win out. Green Bay must lose out. The Packers draw the Ravens next and finish with the Vikings. The Lions close with Minnesota and Chicago. The path exists, but it is narrow. The latest Detroit Lions Podcast lays out why the margin keeps shrinking. Third-Quarter Vanish, Red-Zone Regret The same issue keeps surfacing. The third quarter turns into a freezer. Negative yards. Empty possessions. Rhythm gone. Then a desperate rally follows and the game tightens late. That script played out again. The offense disappeared for long stretches, then reached the doorstep and failed to finish. First and goal at the 1. No points. That sequence defines the afternoon as much as any explosive play. Situational football hurt. Short-yardage execution hurt. The Lions have been one of the league's best at bouncing back after losses. Fifteen straight wins after a defeat had been the NFL's top mark. That streak and the margin for error evaporated in Pittsburgh. Run-Game Mechanics Under the Microscope The podcast dug into the run fits and assignments. Too often Detroit left the backside end unaccounted for after motion. An H-back would be aligned to help and then move away at the snap. The edge stayed naked and got knifed. Early on, Anthony Firkser aligned in the backfield to the left with Alex Highsmith outside. Motion pulled Firkser away, and Highsmith charged straight through. On other calls, guards were asked to pull across the formation and reach Highsmith. That is a tough ask against that burst and angle. There was a bright spot up front. Kingsley Accucon made his first career start and graded as the Lions' top run blocker. He showed promise. The contrast with earlier rotations that leaned on Tristan Colon at left guard and center raises timing questions. The unit needs continuity and cleaner answers on the edge. Defense Bent, Then Broke; Christmas in Minneapolis Pittsburgh's marathon march felt like ten minutes of scrimmage control. The defense gave up chunk runs late. Tackling and edge integrity sagged in the fourth quarter. Detroit never flipped the script in real time and paid for it. Next up is Minnesota on Christmas Day. Does it matter? It does if the Detroit Lions want the hunt to mean anything. Start fast. Fix the third-quarter lull. Secure the backside against the Vikings' rush looks. In the red zone, pick a hat on a hat and punch. All of it is on tape, as the Detroit Lions Podcast laid out. The job now is to make it look different in Minneapolis. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujTq6e7WSVA #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #third-quartervanish #red-zoneregret #firstandgoalatthe1 #clock-chewingdrive #runfitsandassignments #backsideendunaccounted #h-backmotion #alexhighsmith #anthonyfirkserinthebackfield #pullingguardreach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Detroit Lions Podcast
Pittsburgh Steelers in the Grey Area - Detroit Lions Podcast

The Detroit Lions Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 27:20


The Detroit Lions got outclassed by a so-so Pittsburgh Steelers roster because the plan failed before the ball was kicked. In late December, that is a coaching loss. It exposed a defense without cohesion, a depth chart stretched past its limits, and a Dan Campbell team that needs answers now. This Detroit Lions Podcast recap stares hard at why. Coaching Exposed in Steelers Loss The NFL is unforgiving when preparation lags. Pittsburgh brought a clear script and executed it. Detroit arrived with a better cast and a worse idea. The coaches were not good enough. The defense had no identity. The game plan did not fit the personnel available. That mismatch showed up on every level, from alignments to adjustments. The Steelers dictated with modest talent because they were organized. The Lions were not. That's the headline. It is also the trend. The final score felt earned, and not in a good way. Numbers over narratives point to the same truth. Too many explosive gains. Too many empty downs. Too many drives where Detroit never forced Pittsburgh off schedule. Depth, Scheme, and a Defense That Lost Its Shape Detroit's backups are not winning games in December. Injuries gutted the defense and chipped away at the offensive line again. The “next man up” idea sounds brave. It does not stop crossing routes or protect a corner stranded in man coverage he cannot play. You cannot build a man-heavy scheme and then ask reserves to survive it. Detroit tried to mix in zone. That fell apart too. The front four must cover for the back end. It did not. The starters up front are healthy, as are the three linebackers behind them. Pressure still lagged. That left a shaky secondary to hold forever. Plans that counted on additions like Josh Paschal and Levi Onwuzurike never stabilized. The result has been a defense gashed by everyone, not just top NFC offenses but a middle-tier Steelers unit as well. Worse, the same problems surfaced in other spots. Remember the 42-year-old Aaron Rodgers performance in Detroit. The Lions handed him leverage with structure. He took it. That is a scheme problem. It is also a self-scout problem that has not yet been solved. Flags, Farewells, and the Stakes for Dan Campbell Officiating cannot be the story, but it keeps grabbing the mic. The calls at the end were brutal. They did not decide the outcome. They did shape the discourse. When pool reporters and penalty explanations dominate the postgame, the NFL has a quality control issue. Detroit cannot count on cleaner Sundays. It must become call-proof. Hard choices are next. Some of the Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes originals are nearing the exit. Alex Anzalone may have played his last game at Ford Field. Others with devoted followings could join him. Sentiment meets performance here. Depth must get better. So must the plan to deploy it. This is the inflection point. The Detroit Lions have the talent to compete. They need a defense that fits who is actually available, not who was penciled in back in June. Campbell's next moves will define his tenure. Adapt now, or see December become a closed door again. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsDHgopy-aQ #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #pittsburghsteelers #coachingloss #defensewithoutcohesion #depthchart #dancampbell #explosivegains #man-heavyscheme #crossingroutes #mancoverage #frontfour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Racing Form
DRF Monday ROTD Listening Edition | Grade 2 Joe Hernandez Stakes @ Santa Anita | December 29, 2025

Daily Racing Form

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 14:46


Join us for Monday's Race of the Day: Grade 2 Joe Hernandez Stakes at Santa Anita. David Aragona and Mike Beer share their thoughts and insights.

All Of It
What's The Best Holiday Rom-Com? (Small Stakes, Big Opinions)

All Of It

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 23:23


The Rom-Com is as synonymous with Christmas as the Christmas Tree itself. For the next installment of our debate series, Small Stakes, Big Opinions, we ask the question: What is the best Holiday rom-com and why? Rebecca Alter, Vulture staff writer, gives us her list of favorite movies, and listeners share their picks.

The Rich Eisen Show
Hour 1: Rams-Seahawks Huge Stakes, plus Champ Bailey's CPF 1st Round Preview

The Rich Eisen Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 46:00


Rich previews the huge NFC West showdown between the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football and how it will impact the NFC playoff seedings, and reacts to L.A. WR Puka Nacua's controversial appearance on a livestream this week where he ripped NFL officiating and promised to do a TD celebration regarded by some as antisemitic. Pro Football Hall of Famer Champ Bailey and Rich preview the College Football Playoff's first-round games between Oregon and James Madison, and Ole Miss vs Tulane, says which CFP teams could surprise people and go on a Cinderella run, if the Denver Broncos can win the Super Bowl this season, and reveals what he learned from Hall of Fame teammates Peyton Manning, Deion Sanders and Darrell Green. Rich and the guys debate if the Rams/Seahawks winner or another team from the NFC will reach the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices