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Tom Brady post-NFL career becoming cringy, Nolan Wells conspiracy theories, grandpa thrown by bison breaks his silence, Claude Lemieux's sex addiction, Pan Am Flight 256 found, Aaron Rodgers finally reunites with family, male pornstar awareness, and revisiting Adam Levine Instagram DMs. Randy Spears sparks a conversation about awesome male porn stars throughout the years. Nobody apparently lives up to Drew's favorite, Johnny Wadd. Sports Insanity: Aaron Rodgers has reunited with his family after being estranged for over 10 years... except that one crappy Bachelor brother. Brooklyn Beckham remains estranged from his family. Claude Lemieux's son says he relapsed into sex addiction, ESPN blows out Cam Newton and Ryan Clark. Tom Brady and Logan Paul will square off in the ring! An old Cubbies fan smacked an unpatriotic younger fan for not standing for the Star Spangled Banner. Adam Silver and the NBA are waiting on LeBron James. Take your time. Pan Am Flight 256 has been discovered after 74 years of nobody looking. Adam Levine is caught getting cozy with his wife despite the habit of sliding into hotties DMs. Nolan Wells Saga: Nancy Grace is falling for the cell phone conspiracies. Don Lemon wants the white kids to be SO guilty. Willie D of the Geto Boys is popping off about the case. Alcohol may have been a factor in Nolan's death. This case has been great for Al Sharpton and Ben Crump. Get ready for some autopsy madness. The Cajun Navy is probably complicit. Terrell Owens has pledged $25K to Tyler Perry and Al Sharpton's reward. RIP Norm Cash and Dennis Wilson. Oh, and RIP Charles Manson. What is Jennifer Aniston doing with Jim Curtis? US Rep. Suhas Subramanyam likes Tesla despite his party HATING Elon Musk. Amazon drones are rocking and rolling in Michigan. The City of Ferndale wants residents to know they have no control over the sky. Madrid is going crazy over Spain's World Cup victory. Tom Cruise nauseated soccer fans with his on field "Ted Talk". The ratings were pretty good. Good on Serena William's husband, Reddit founder Alexis Ohanian, for supporting Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Some turd in NYC lit a fire at a Federal Building that injured an immigrant. Whitney Cummings had a Donald Trump joke cut from the Netflix's Mark Twain Prize broadcast set. The victim of the vicious bison attack has broken his silence. Merch, yo. Check it. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley, BranDon, and Roberto).

You think life among the big shots in 19th century Washington DC was all about restraint and honor? Think again. Behind the scenes there were actually plenty of illicit affairs. We're revisiting a titillating story that involves some powerful players . . and a very young wife. At its center is the son of Francis Scott Key, who wrote the Star Spangled Banner. The affair led to a murder that was the talk of pre Civil War Washington . . and became the first case in which the defense used a plea of temporary insanity. What would it take to drive you to murder and how would you get out of it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailToday's episode is my conversation about the 1931 film Tabu: A Story of the South Seas. I'm joined by James Kreul from the Moving Image Madison newsletter and we talk about how the film's pacing suffers due to trying to blend documentary filmmaking with a loose narrative structure, the film's influence on modern films set in the same region like Moana, and the sad passing of the film's director just a week before it debuted.You can watch Tabu on Amazon Prime or YouTube or purchase a copy for yourself and be sure to check out James's newsletter.Other films mentioned in this episode include:All Quiet on the Western Front directed by Lewis MilestoneDracula directed by Tod BrowningNanook of the North directed by Robert J. FlahertyMoana directed by Robert J. Flaherty and Frances Hubbard FlahertyWhite Shadows of the South Seas directed by W.S. Van DykeJaws directed by Steven SpielbergSunrise directed by F. W. MurnauNosferatu directed by F. W. MurnauCity Girl directed by F. W. MurnauWith Byrd at the South Pole directed by Julian JohnsonBlack Pearl directed by Michał WaszyńskiThe Hurricane directed by John FordMutiny on the Bounty directed by Frank LloydThe Last Laugh directed by F. W. MurnauTrader Horn directed by W.S. Van DykeMorocco directed by Josef von SternbergCimarron directed by Wesley RugglesThe Right to Love directed by Richard WallaceSvengali directed by Archie MayoOther referenced topics:B.C. (comic)Wizard of Id (comic)Zog I of Albania"The Star Spangled Banner""The Academy and the Cameramen" from Experimental Cinemalantern digital library"Reri's Real Name is Anna" from Movie ClassicMorduant Hall in The New York TimesAndréas Giannopoulos on Senses of Cinema"Photoplayfare" by Roy W. Winton in Movie MakersInformation on the San Francisco Film Preserve's new restoration of Sunrise: A Song of Two HumansSupport the show

C-Lo's here with highlights of the All-Star Game including Patti Labelle's rendition of the "Star Spangled Banner" and some pregame hijinks around Philadelphia.

In this episode of Life Liberty Happiness, Bryan Schley and Trent Warner chat with TikTok food personality JV, who shares his experience revisiting foods he hated as a kid to see if his taste has changed.The conversation also features this week's Mount Rushmore of Chain Restaurants, discussion of the FIFA World Cup, including Spain and Argentina, and the latest from NASCAR, with a look at Ryan Blaney's win in Atlanta and predictions for the upcoming race at North Wilkesboro.They also weigh in on current events, including inflation, before Trent closes the episode by sharing the inspiring story of Francis Scott Key and the origins of "The Star-Spangled Banner."

As Americans across the nation gathered to celebrate Independence Day, nearly 10,000 people joined in honoring the values, faith, and freedoms that have shaped our country. Despite attempts to dampen the spirit of the holiday, the celebrations continued with songs of gratitude and patriotism, including America the Beautiful and God Bless America. From the faith of the Pilgrims to the enduring message of The Star-Spangled Banner rising from Fort McHenry, this episode reflects on the spiritual heritage woven into America's story.Drawing a powerful parallel between music and the Christian life, we explore how faithful parents, pastors, and believers can recognize the discordant notes of carnality and corruption in today's culture. As the Spirit of God dwells within us, we are called to stay in tune with His leading, His truth, and His purpose. Now is the time for a spiritual tune-up—aligning our hearts with God and lifting our voices in glory, praise, and worship.Join us for an inspiring message about faith, freedom, and living in harmony with the Spirit of God.The Voice in the Wilderness does not endorse any link or other material found at buzzsprout.More at https://www.thevoiceinthewilderness.org/

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Let me start with a challenge.  How much of the Star-Spangled Banner do you actually know?  Not the first line.  Not the first verse.  The whole thing.  If I handed you a microphone at a baseball game and asked you to sing it, how far would you get?  Ten seconds?  Five?  Would you just start humming confidently and hope nobody notices?Because here's the strange thing:One of the most recognizable songs in America is also one of the least-known.  Most Americans know a single verse.  But the Star-Spangled Banner actually has four.  And hidden in those forgotten verses is a story of war, survival, patriotism, controversy, and one very nervous lawyer watching a battle unfold through the darkness.  Today on The Missing Chapter, we're diving into the history of America's national anthem—How it was written during a battle, why it's so difficult to sing, and what happened to the verses that most Americans have never heard.  Happy 250th Birthday, America, and welcome to the Missing Chapter.

Welcome to Episode 428 of RadioBypass!This week, we're celebrating Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of the United States with a special all-American edition of Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard!From legendary artists who helped shape rock history to today's rising stars carrying the torch forward, this episode showcases the incredible diversity of American rock music. Whether it's timeless classics, modern hard rock, or brand-new independent releases, we're honoring the music that continues to define generations.The celebration begins with The Ides Of March performing The Star Spangled Banner, followed by Keel's patriotic anthem 4th Of July and Y&T's All American Boy. We also feature a brand new song from Dazr, proving once again that the future of American rock is alive and well.Along the way you'll hear legendary artists including Van Halen, Grand Funk Railroad, The Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Alice Cooper, KISS, and Aerosmith, while also discovering today's outstanding American rock artists Dazr, Drew Cagle & The Reputation, Red Voodoo, Gary Hoey, and Austin Mo. It's exactly what RadioBypass is all about—celebrating rock's past while helping listeners discover its future.Join us as we celebrate 250 years of America with an hour of Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard!Episode 428 PlaylistThe Ides Of March – The Star Spangled BannerKeel – 4th Of JulyY&T – All American BoyDazr – Got It AllVan Halen – Runnin' With The DevilDrew Cagle & The Reputation – South Side Of San FranciscoGrand Funk Railroad – Rock And Roll American StyleThe Allman Brothers – Whipping PostLynyrd Skynyrd – On The HuntRed Voodoo – Bring It BackGary Hoey – American MadeAlice Cooper – FreedomKISS – All American ManAerosmith – Big 10 InchAustin Mo – Rock Is My ReligionHappy Independence Day from all of us at RadioBypass! Thank you for celebrating America's rich rock and roll heritage with us. Keep supporting the artists, keep discovering new music, and keep celebrating Rock and Roll music that DESERVES to be heard!

Recognizing a tune that many of us think ought to be the national anthem, The Flood is celebrating America's 250th birthday with Woody Guthrie's most beloved song, as seen in Pamela Bowen's video below:Just nine years after President Herbert Hoover signed a 1931 congressional resolution to make “The Star Spangled Banner” the country's official anthem, Woody wrote “This Land Is Your Land.”About the SongGuthrie — having only recently landed in a fleabag boarding house in New York City after rambling and roaming, hitchhiking and hoboing across the country from California — wasn't thinking about targeting the anthem as he wrote “This Land.” However, he did have another song in his sights.Irving Berlin's “God Bless America,” recorded by Kate Smith in 1939, famously irked him — Woody thought it just didn't tell America's full story — and his 1940 composition was inspired as a protest against that tune.The reason for his ire? Well, everywhere that Woody had wandered in his long trek across the country, he heard “God Bless America” roaring from jukeboxes and radios. For him Berlin's song was too sappy, too blindly patriotic, too cut off from the hard-knock life that many Americans were facing as the Great Depression dragged into its 10th year. Guthrie wrote his song as almost a parody. “And I don't mean that in a humorous sense,” his daughter Nora Guthrie has said. “I mean that strictly in the literal sense of parody as a response to something.”Woody's original title was “God Blessed America for Me.” Nora notes, “He crossed it out later and called it ‘This Land Was Made for You and Me.' See, the parody turned into a more mature comment.”The MelodyWoody borrowed the melody, as he did for most of his songs. “He tended to write words first, and later on picked out a tune,” said Pete Seeger, Guthrie's long-time friend and rambling partner. “Woody once said, ‘When I'm writing a song and I get the words, I look around for some tune that has proved its popularity with the people.'”In this case, the melody of “This Land” is very similar to “Oh, My Loving Brother,” a Baptist hymn that The Carter Family had recorded a decade earlier as “When the World's On Fire.” That same melody also had inspired the Carters' own “Little Darlin', Pal of Mine” a couple of years before that.“Missing” VersesIn penning the lyrics to “This Land is You Land,” Guthrie, true to his original mission of protest, included several verses critical of the American economic system. Then, according to biographer Joe Klein, “he completely forgot about the song, and didn't do anything with it for another five years.”By the time Woody debuted the song on his weekly radio show in 1944 at the height of World War II, he had revised it, softening the criticism and nixing the more controversial verses about businessmen's greed and disregard for the needy.Of this and later self-editing, Woody's daughter said, “This is the early ‘50s, and [U.S. Sen. Joseph] McCarthy's out there, and it was considered dangerous in many ways to record this kind of material.”“Like most of the things, if we're talking about my dad,” Nora added, “it gets very complex here.” Noting that when The Weavers recorded the song in the mid-1950s, they also sang only the first three verses, “which, in one way, was very, very helpful to my dad, because we had no money. So thank God that they recorded something, and our family was able to get some royalties from that.”More recently, a growing number of singers have dusted off one or two of Guthrie's “lost” lyrics, as The Flood does in this rendition from a recent rehearsal, ending with: As I went walking I saw a sign there  And on the sign it said “No Trespassing.”  But on the other side it didn't say nothing,  That side was made for you and me.LegacyForty years ago a 1947 release of “This Land is Your Land” on the Asch record label was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. In 2002, it was one of 50 recordings chosen by the Library of Congress to be added to the National Recording Registry. In 2009, Pete Seeger joined rocker Bruce Springsteen to sing it from start to finish as part of President Barack Obama's inaugural celebration.In 2021, it was listed by Rolling Stone magazine among its “Top 500 Greatest Songs of All Time,” and just last year it was put at No. 11 on its list of “The 100 Best Protest Songs of All Time.”Cap'n John Guests on This PodcastMeanwhile, back to this week's podcast, we have a guest artist. As reported earlier, fiddler John Ace from Alexandria, Va., accompanied Floodster Emeritus Dave Ball to the latest Flood rehearsals to sit in. With Dave, John was on the way from Florida for gigs in Lewisburg, WV.Of Fourths PastFinally, over the years Independence Day has played an important part on many a page in The Flood's scrapbook. For instance, playing for a Huntington community party during the nation's bicentennial 50 years ago this weekend was a sweet memory in the band's first decade. Read all about it and other Fourths by clicking below:Happy Birthday, America! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 1937flood.substack.com

We're approaching the Fourth of July weekend. A time when people are reflecting on what it means to be American. And  with that reflection comes a complicated mix of emotions. Some celebrate the 4th of July, some protest it, other people are just indifferent.Whatever your feelings are, one thing is for sure: we'll be hearing a LOT of the national anthem in the coming days. Especially as the country marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  So - how do you relate to the Star Spangled Banner?Well that's a question Jeff Chang asked on his new KALW show, Notes From The Edge. His show explores the possibilities and perils of America as our country moves through increasingly uncertain times. In one episode, Jeff invited musicians to reimagine America's Anthem. In this clip, we'll hear from Julian Brave NoiseCat, the Oscar-winning director of the documentary Sugar Cane, and the author of the memoir “We Survived the Night.” 

A Note from Jacob: Portions of this podcast feature clips from films and live broadcasts. I do not own any of these clips. These clips are the property of their respective owners.  Happy Birthday, America!  To commemorate our nation's 250th birthday and the 95th anniversary of its recognition as the official National Anthem of the United States, Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar is revealing the 25 memorable covers of Francis Scott Key and John Stafford Smith's iconic tune.  What was your favorite rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner”?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support.

We are approaching the July 4th weekend, and now more than ever people are reflecting on what it means to be American with a complicated mix of emotions. Some celebrate the 4th of July, some protest it, other people are just indifferent. Whatever your feelings are, one thing is for sure: we'll be hearing A LOT of the national anthem, especially as the country marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. So, how do you relate to the Star Spangled Banner?Well that's a question Jeff Chang asked on his new KALW show, Notes From The Edge. His show explores the possibilities and perils of America / as our country moves through increasingly uncertain times. In one episode, Jeff invited musicians to reimagine America's Anthem. In this clip, we'll hear from one of them. Here's La Doña.

Savannah Georgia is famous for its stunning historic architecture and unmatched Southern vibe. Basically all of it was saved from the wrecking ball by seven women, who saw the bulldozer and decided to Do Something About It. To mark America250, a lovely story of a group of women who decided history was important. Together, they saved one of America's prettiest cities, and helped pioneer Historic Preservation in the process. Join us on location at the Davenport House Museum in Savannah, to unveil America's first monument to preservationists. ________________ Become a PATRON to help us make more episodes! What'sHerName TOURS are open for registration! Watch the Savannah Seven monument unveiling event HERE. Music in this episode: "Star Spangled Banner" and "America the Beautiful" by the US Marine Band; "Georgia on My Mind" by Hoagie Carmichael; "Weekend Croquet" by Christian Larssen (License code: H3HTM4DLOIZQW3VJ); "Length of Light" by Amulets; "Hard Hearted Hannah the Vamp of Savannah" by Paul Whiteman Orchestra; "Cest La Vie" by All Good Folks (License code: 0HEHHMLLRPM1ERFV). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Making your voice heard, and creating change, are fundamental to our democracy. But sometimes, when we see that democracy being threatened, it can make us ponder how we feel about this country as a whole.Saturday is the 4th of July. And every time it comes around, folks consider their relationship with the day. Some celebrate it, some protest it, other people are just indifferent… Whatever your feelings, one thing is for sure- we'll be hearing A LOT of the national anthem, especially as the country marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. So—how do you relate to the Star Spangled Banner?That's a question Jeff Chang asked on his new KALW show, Notes From The Edge.His show explores the possibilities and perils of America as our country moves through increasingly uncertain times. In this segment, Jeff invited musicians to reimagine America's Anthem. We bring you one of those musicians- here's Leyla McCalla 

America declares war on the most powerful empire on earth and almost immediately discovers it may have picked a fight it cannot win.  This is the story of how America's second war for independence erupted into disaster, humiliation, and legend.  Washington DC is engulfed in flames. Dolley Madison races to save a priceless portrait, while an unknown clerk rescues the nation's founding documents.  Francis Scott Key witnesses Fort McHenry through the smoke and writes the words that become “The Star-Spangled Banner.”  And in New Orleans, Andrew Jackson turns personal vengeance into a stunning battlefield victory that forges a stronger American identity and reshapes his own future. GLENN'S SPONSORS: My Patriot Supply: Save $100 on a 3-month food supply by going to PrepareWithGlenn.com Patriot Mobile: Get a free month of service! Go to patriotmobile.Com/beck or call 972-patriot, use promo code “Beck” and make the switch today! Byrna: Not every threat requires lethal force. Byrna's less-lethal launchers give you the ability to stop an aggressor from a safe distance. Save $100 on the Byrna L.E. Gen 2 launcher, while supplies last, by going to Byrna.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SHOW NOTES: World Cup attendance and revenues are disappointing. That's hardly surprising. The hype and publicity and exaggerated claims create a level of expectation that's hard to support, and the inflated prices of everything from hot dogs to hotel rooms is absurd. This kind of insistence on constantly "topping" what's come before exists with Super Bowl halftime shows, entertainment award shows (they are proliferating in number as well as production extremes), parades for any variety of causes, political rallies, and even fundraising. The more the pressure to "better" and "outdo" the past attempts as a metric of current success, the more you're prone to fall short. No one has ever sung the Star Spangled Banner better than Whitney Houston, so stop trying to create a canonical version, and just sing the song. Tom Brady wasn't trying to be better than Joe Montana or Johnny Unitas, just the best quarterback he could be.Picasso was just trying to be Picasso. They're wondering why attendance is down when a train ticket was $15 is now $150 to get to the Meadowlands in New Jersey from Penn Station in Manhattan, and it can cost as much as $175 to park at Gillette Stadium on Foxboro, MA for the World Cup (where it's $50 for Patriot game). The road to excess had a lot of potholes.

From Apple News In Conversation: The United States turns 250 years old this summer — and there’s no shortage of ways to mark the moment. One of the most revealing lenses through which to view the country’s history may be music. Anna Harwell Celenza, professor at Johns Hopkins University and author of On the Record: Music That Changed America, joined Apple News In Conversation guest host David Greene to discuss the hidden political history of American music — from why “The Star-Spangled Banner” became the national anthem to how “Strange Fruit” helped pass anti-lynching legislation — and what music still has to say about democracy now.

The United States turns 250 years old this summer — and there’s no shortage of ways to mark the moment. One of the most revealing lenses through which to view the country’s history may be music. Anna Harwell Celenza, professor at Johns Hopkins University and author of On the Record: Music That Changed America, joined Apple News In Conversation guest host David Greene to discuss the hidden political history of American music — from why “The Star-Spangled Banner” became the national anthem to how “Strange Fruit” helped pass anti-lynching legislation — and what music still has to say about democracy now.

Travel back to the War of 1812 and discover the incredible true story of the giant American flag that inspired "The Star-Spangled Banner." Learn how expert flag maker Mary Pickersgill, her daughter Caroline, and a team of helpers created one of the most famous flags in American history, and how its appearance above Fort McHenry inspired a song that would become the United States national anthem.Help Shape the Future of Auntie Jo Jo's Library!I'd love to learn more about who is listening and what you enjoy most about the show.Take our quick listener SURVEYThank you for helping me continue creating stories and educational content for children and families.

There is no shortage of books on music and politics, but Anna Harwell Celenza explores an interesting premise in her book On the Record: Music that Changed America (Norton, 2026). Each of the twelve chapters discusses a different instance when music, as Celenza writes, “sparked debates in the halls of Congress.” Arranged basically chronologically, Celenza tackles some of the most powerful and contentious issues in twentieth and twenty-first century American politics. From censorship to copyright law; from the Civil Rights Movement, to foreign policy during Apartheid, Celenza traces the extraordinary moments when music moved Congress, challenged power, and united people around shared ideals. The stories Celenza tells are just as much about music including the intertwined histories of “The Star Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing” or the making of Paul Simon's album Graceland, as they are about US legislation or American politics. She offers readers a history of America heard through the songs and compositions that changed its course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

There is no shortage of books on music and politics, but Anna Harwell Celenza explores an interesting premise in her book On the Record: Music that Changed America (Norton, 2026). Each of the twelve chapters discusses a different instance when music, as Celenza writes, “sparked debates in the halls of Congress.” Arranged basically chronologically, Celenza tackles some of the most powerful and contentious issues in twentieth and twenty-first century American politics. From censorship to copyright law; from the Civil Rights Movement, to foreign policy during Apartheid, Celenza traces the extraordinary moments when music moved Congress, challenged power, and united people around shared ideals. The stories Celenza tells are just as much about music including the intertwined histories of “The Star Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing” or the making of Paul Simon's album Graceland, as they are about US legislation or American politics. She offers readers a history of America heard through the songs and compositions that changed its course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

There is no shortage of books on music and politics, but Anna Harwell Celenza explores an interesting premise in her book On the Record: Music that Changed America (Norton, 2026). Each of the twelve chapters discusses a different instance when music, as Celenza writes, “sparked debates in the halls of Congress.” Arranged basically chronologically, Celenza tackles some of the most powerful and contentious issues in twentieth and twenty-first century American politics. From censorship to copyright law; from the Civil Rights Movement, to foreign policy during Apartheid, Celenza traces the extraordinary moments when music moved Congress, challenged power, and united people around shared ideals. The stories Celenza tells are just as much about music including the intertwined histories of “The Star Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing” or the making of Paul Simon's album Graceland, as they are about US legislation or American politics. She offers readers a history of America heard through the songs and compositions that changed its course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/music

There is no shortage of books on music and politics, but Anna Harwell Celenza explores an interesting premise in her book On the Record: Music that Changed America (Norton, 2026). Each of the twelve chapters discusses a different instance when music, as Celenza writes, “sparked debates in the halls of Congress.” Arranged basically chronologically, Celenza tackles some of the most powerful and contentious issues in twentieth and twenty-first century American politics. From censorship to copyright law; from the Civil Rights Movement, to foreign policy during Apartheid, Celenza traces the extraordinary moments when music moved Congress, challenged power, and united people around shared ideals. The stories Celenza tells are just as much about music including the intertwined histories of “The Star Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing” or the making of Paul Simon's album Graceland, as they are about US legislation or American politics. She offers readers a history of America heard through the songs and compositions that changed its course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is no shortage of books on music and politics, but Anna Harwell Celenza explores an interesting premise in her book On the Record: Music that Changed America (Norton, 2026). Each of the twelve chapters discusses a different instance when music, as Celenza writes, “sparked debates in the halls of Congress.” Arranged basically chronologically, Celenza tackles some of the most powerful and contentious issues in twentieth and twenty-first century American politics. From censorship to copyright law; from the Civil Rights Movement, to foreign policy during Apartheid, Celenza traces the extraordinary moments when music moved Congress, challenged power, and united people around shared ideals. The stories Celenza tells are just as much about music including the intertwined histories of “The Star Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing” or the making of Paul Simon's album Graceland, as they are about US legislation or American politics. She offers readers a history of America heard through the songs and compositions that changed its course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/popular-culture

There is no shortage of books on music and politics, but Anna Harwell Celenza explores an interesting premise in her book On the Record: Music that Changed America (Norton, 2026). Each of the twelve chapters discusses a different instance when music, as Celenza writes, “sparked debates in the halls of Congress.” Arranged basically chronologically, Celenza tackles some of the most powerful and contentious issues in twentieth and twenty-first century American politics. From censorship to copyright law; from the Civil Rights Movement, to foreign policy during Apartheid, Celenza traces the extraordinary moments when music moved Congress, challenged power, and united people around shared ideals. The stories Celenza tells are just as much about music including the intertwined histories of “The Star Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing” or the making of Paul Simon's album Graceland, as they are about US legislation or American politics. She offers readers a history of America heard through the songs and compositions that changed its course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/book-of-the-day

The NBA (and NHL) Finals are in the books, but we didn't know that when we recorded this episode! Instead, we got to see NBA fans acting foolish in beating up other people, and this happened both in New York and San Antonio against Spurs and Knicks fans, respectively. Why are we letting laundry dictate our behavior?Plus, it's the beginning of the World Cup! What a great time. We also dive into the sad vibes that occur after being egged, Blink-182 dropping "new" bonus tracks from 25 years ago, and very wholesome moments during performances of the World Series.Referenced in this episode:A fun Star Fox 64 channelMo Cheeks helping Natalie Gilbert sing The Star-Spangled Banner before a Blazers game

Is America back, baby? It sure feels like it. From the noise of the arena to the perfection of pitch, that Anthem was one of the best, and we're playing it here.

The Andy Riesmeyer Show Hour 3 (6.12) In the 8 p.m. hour, Andy and the crew check the latest USA vs Paraguay score in the FIFA World Cup (no spoilers!) while debating what truly makes you an Angelino — is it spotting an A-list celebrity, or is it that inevitable awkward encounter with Andy Dick or Ron Jeremy? The crew plays a lively round of Solo to Solo, where callers try to guess the artist, guitarist, and song, right after Dan + Shay nailed the Star-Spangled Banner at the big FIFA game. Andy catches up with his KTLA colleague Samantha Cortese, who survived the chaos of Hollywood to cover David Beckham getting his star on the Walk of Fame. The hour wraps with Disney Cruise Lines cracking down on over-the-top cabin decorations and limiting guests to just one bottle of wine (because apparently, we’re all Disney adults now), before circling back to the legendary “lot lizard” conversation. Pure chaotic fun as only Andy can deliver. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Virtual Reali-Tea" co-hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real are recapping season 17, episode 10 of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta." Cynthia Bailey invites a few of the ladies to Lake Bailey to get to the bottom of K.Michelle's beef with Drew Sidora. Angela Oakley recaps her argument with Shamea Morton and accuses her of driving a wedge in the group. The cast attends Drew's performance of The Star-Spangled Banner, which received mixed reviews: Porsha Williams praised her voice, while Shamea and K. Michelle mocked her rendition. Shortly after, Drew joins K. Michelle and Shamea for dinner, but K abruptly leaves when tensions begin to rise. Check out the full recap now! "Real Housewives of Atlanta" airs Sundays at 8 p.m. ET on Bravo and is available to stream the next day on Peacock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nancy’s cardiologist told her she is “big boned.” A TikToker raised over $140k for an elderly woman that works at the AMC Theater in Maryville. We have mixed feeling about the whole situation. Hot Tea: Florida Georgia Line has officially reunited! Luke Bryan says his newest song was not written with AI. A cop pointed his gun at another cop because he microwaved fish in the building’s microwave. We listened to some of the worst Star-Spangled Banner performances. Nerd News! Robots are now able to make t-shirts. A kid found a millions+ years old fossil while on a 4H field trip. Scientists made bread with yeast they found inside a mummy. Nancy accidentally walked onto a movie set. She forgot that a true crime company was filming at her farm. She was terrified by a woman in full body makeup where she looked like she had been burned all over. We talked with the woman who had an interaction with the lost Dollywood eagle yesterday! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy’s cardiologist told her she is “big boned.” A TikToker raised over $140k for an elderly woman that works at the AMC Theater in Maryville. We have mixed feeling about the whole situation. Hot Tea: Florida Georgia Line has officially reunited! Luke Bryan says his newest song was not written with AI. A cop pointed his gun at another cop because he microwaved fish in the building’s microwave. We listened to some of the worst Star-Spangled Banner performances. Nerd News! Robots are now able to make t-shirts. A kid found a millions+ years old fossil while on a 4H field trip. Scientists made bread with yeast they found inside a mummy. Nancy accidentally walked onto a movie set. She forgot that a true crime company was filming at her farm. She was terrified by a woman in full body makeup where she looked like she had been burned all over. We talked with the woman who had an interaction with the lost Dollywood eagle yesterday! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this hell of a ride interview, we finally get to sit down with Ben Gallaher to talk about everything from playing guitar to fatherhood and everything in between. He's recently been on the Kelly Clarkson Show and recently released his rendition of the Star Spangled Banner. Don't miss this conversation with Ben Gallaher.

C'est récemment, très récemment, que les institutions officielles des Etats-Unis se sont résignées à choisir leur hymne national.Cet épisode passionnant nous replonge au cœur du conflit entre les États-Unis et le Royaume-Uni au début du XIXe siècle. En août 1814, les troupes britanniques entrent dans Washington et saccagent le Capitole ainsi que la Maison du Président. Mais derrière cet épisode tragique se cache l'origine de l'hymne national américain, "The Star-Spangled Banner".Franck Ferrand nous entraîne dans les rues de la capitale américaine alors que la menace britannique se profile à l'horizon. Nous suivons les mouvements du major général Robert Ross, chargé par Londres d'anéantir cette jeune république. Ses hommes mettent le feu au Capitole et à la Maison du Président, alors que le gouvernement a fui la ville.Mais au même moment, un jeune avocat du Maryland, Francis Scott Key, se trouve pris au piège sur un navire britannique. Il assiste impuissant au bombardement du fort McHenry par la flotte anglaise. C'est là qu'il trouve l'inspiration pour écrire les paroles de ce qui deviendra l'hymne national américain, "The Star-Spangled Banner".Franck Ferrand nous plonge dans les coulisses de la genèse de ce chant patriotique, devenu l'un des plus célèbres au monde. Il revient sur les tensions entre les États-Unis et la Grande-Bretagne, qui ont conduit à cette guerre de 1812. Il nous fait également découvrir le parcours de Francis Scott Key, ce poète du dimanche qui a immortalisé l'héroïsme des soldats américains face à l'envahisseur britannique.Cet épisode captivant nous rappelle que l'histoire d'un hymne national peut être intimement liée aux soubresauts d'un pays. Un récit passionnant qui nous fait voyager à travers les pages de l'histoire américaine

What is Memorial Day, Bob from Duluth talked downtown problems, Dave noted Brad's military service, Bob from Lake Nebagamon, Ross from True North Flag & Flagpoles, agenda meeting last night, downtown rant, Star Spangled Banner, Mike from Anywhere but Duluth, and we played Taps...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raising Expectations with Pastor Joe Schofield, Stefanie and Dr Craig Thayer, Dr Paul Hall, and Ron Greer Faith, Freedom, and America's Heritage: The Star-Spangled Banner, Biblical Values, and Civic Action Guest, Denice Gary-Pandol, Faith Former United States Senatorial Candidate Friends, If you love America and believe Americans must turn to God with faith (Matthew 19:26) to become responsible, knowledgeable citizens… you must read below the words of our dear friend, former U.S. Senatorial candidate Denice Gary-Pandol! “Across America, primaries are underway. The challenge before Republicans is not merely to energize the faithful, but to awaken the millions of Americans who have stopped voting because they no longer believe their voice matters. The winning message is clear: America can still be restored — but only if ordinary citizens rise before decline becomes irreversible. America's blessings and prosperity cannot be separated from the practice of God's principles, which are found in our Judeo-Christian beliefs. Benjamin Franklin wrote: Without His concurring aid . . . we ourselves shall become a reproach and a byword down to future ages." Our Founders understood that America must embrace and honor God. As our nation approaches its 250th Anniversary, we should remember that America was forged by men and women who risked not only their lives, but everything for liberty, self-government, limited government, opportunity, and the God-given rights of free people. People follow movements that believe in their country. Americans have some good leaders who speak with moral confidence about faith, family, freedom, national strength, secure borders, economic opportunity, and the dignity of productive work — not as relics of the past, but as the foundations of the greatest republic in human history. America must remain a nation of liberty and self-government — or continue down the path of economic decline, bureaucratic control, and national weakness. The voters who stopped participating must be reminded that their vote still matters, their country is still worth fighting for, and America's best days can still lie ahead.” My best regards, Denice Gary-Pandol Former United States Senatorial Candidate 661.747.1829 Raising Expectations Through Christian Faith and National Reflection In this episode of Raising Expectations, host Joe Schofield is joined by his wife and co-host Melba, along with co-host Dr. Paul Hall. Joe opens by identifying the program as a Christian show focused on what God is doing in people's lives and in the world. He emphasizes belief in Jesus Christ, gratitude for the United States, and anticipation of America's 250th anniversary. Joe then welcomes returning guest Denice Gary-Pandol, introducing her as a popular guest prepared to discuss national events, faith, public policy, and developments affecting the country and the Middle East. Francis Scott Key and the Faith Behind the National Anthem Denice begins by discussing remarks she recently delivered at a One Nation Under God event in California's Central Valley. Her subject was The Star-Spangled Banner and the Christian faith of its writer, Francis Scott Key. She describes Key as a deeply religious man, husband, father of eleven children, lawyer, hymn lyricist, and supporter of Sunday school education. Denice emphasizes that the national anthem contains four verses, focusing especially on the fourth verse and its references to God's power, national preservation, justice, and the phrase “In God is our trust.” She presents Key's words as evidence that faith in God was central to his understanding of America's survival and freedom. Fort McHenry, the War of 1812, and Divine Protection Denice retells the circumstances surrounding Key's writing of the anthem during the War of 1812. She explains that President James Madison sent Key to help negotiate the release of American prisoners, including Dr. William Beanes, and that Key remained aboard a British vessel during the attack on Fort McHenry. She describes the British bombardment, the presence of civilians within the fort, and the survival of the American flag through the night. Denice interprets the fort's endurance, including accounts of rain extinguishing bomb fuses, as possible evidence of God's protection over the country. For her, Key's response at dawn reflected gratitude that America had endured the attack. Founding Principles, Scripture, and the Ten Commandments The conversation broadens into Denice's view of America's religious foundation. Referring to quotations she attributes to early American leaders, including John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, Samuel Adams, James Wilson, and Benjamin Franklin, she argues that the founders regarded biblical principles as essential to a moral and free society. She calls for the Ten Commandments to be restored in American schools, saying they teach children the moral foundations needed for civilized conduct. Denice also speaks at length about the Jewish people, describing them as central to biblical history and strongly supporting Israel, while criticizing antisemitism, Islamic extremism, and what she sees as failures within modern education and politics. Calling Listeners to Political Action Denice urges listeners to contact elected officials and the president's comment line about specific issues. She promotes passage of H.R. 22, which she identifies as the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, or SAVE Act, describing it as requiring proof of citizenship and photo identification for voting in federal elections. She encourages listeners to call their senators, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune, and to press California senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff to support the legislation. Denice also promotes the Unlock American Energy Jobs Act of 2026, which she says would increase American oil, gas, liquefied natural gas, and nuclear energy production and strengthen United States influence abroad. California Holidays, Prayer, and Returning the Nation to God In the final portion, Denice criticizes a California bill she identifies as AB 2017, which she says would establish two Muslim observances as state holidays. She contrasts this proposal with the absence of comparable recognition for Jewish holidays and argues that California and the nation should honor Judeo-Christian history and values. Joe and Paul affirm her broader appeal for moral clarity, civic engagement, and prayer. The episode closes with Paul praying for Denice, the nation, and the show's audience, while Joe encourages listeners to make calls, pray for leaders and families, support the program, and remember that God loves them.

Ben Gallaher stops by to the Bull Studio at Audacy houston to share new music and catch up with Nick Russo on all things life. The two talk about his rendition of the Star Spangled Banner that will be released Memorial Day Weekend, the sacrifice of being away from the family while doing your job, and his new single coming to country radio.

It's Friday, May 15th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Vietnamese Communists arrest four Christians On May 12th, Vietnamese Communist authorities arrested four clergy and lay leaders accused of sharing documentation of human rights abuses online, reports Christian Solidarity Worldwide. The group was also indicted for associating with Dr Nguyễn Đình Thắng, the president of Boat People SOS, a Vietnamese-American human rights group, who was sentenced to 11 years in prison in absentia in April on false terrorism charges for his alleged role in the 2023 Dak Lak uprising.  While two of the four were released, the others remain behind bars. Psalm 23:4 says, “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for You, [God], are with me; Your rod and staff, they comfort me.” China's Jinping warns Trump about Taiwan On May 14th, Chinese President Xi Jinping warned U.S. President Donald Trump that the two countries could clash over Taiwan if the issue was not handled properly, reports the Associated Press. The exchange at a highly anticipated summit in Beijing underscored just how far apart Trump and Jinping remain on thorny issues, including the war in Iran, trade disputes and Washington's relations with Taiwan, which is self-ruled but which China claims as part of its territory. The pair met for about two hours behind closed doors at the Great Hall of the People after an elaborate welcome ceremony featuring booming cannons, a band playing “The Star-Spangled Banner” and China's national anthem, and hundreds of school children waving flowers and American and Chinese flags. President Trump's opening remarks were optimistic. TRUMP: “President Xi, I want to thank you very much. We've had a fantastic relationship. We've gotten along. When there were difficulties, we worked it out. I would call you, and you would call me, and whenever we had a problem, people don't know, whenever we had a problem, we worked it out very quickly. “I have such respect for China, the job you've done. You're a great leader. I say it to everybody. You're a great leader. Sometimes people don't like me saying it, but I say it anyway, because it's true. I only say the truth. “And I just want to say on behalf of all of the great delegation that we have. We have the greatest businessmen. Every single one of them. We asked the top 30 in the world. Every single one of them said, ‘Yes,' and they look forward to trade and doing business. It's going to be totally reciprocal on our behalf. It's an honor to be with you. “It's an honor to be your friend. The relationship between China and the USA is going to be better than ever before.” Trump's pick for Federal Reserve Chairman confirmed President Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve won Senate confirmation on May 13th, just in time to officially take over as the leader of the central bank, reports National Public Radio. Trump is hoping Kevin Warsh can lead the Fed into much lower interest rates — but the president could be frustrated by persistent inflation. Warsh was confirmed on a 54-45 vote, mostly along party lines. Prior to the vote, Senate Majority Leader John Thune, a Republican from South Dakota, spoke from the Senate floor and shared an overview of Kevin Warsh's biography and questioned why the Democrats have objected to his nomination. THUNE: “He credits his knowledge of the real economy to growing up in upstate New York, where his dad ran a children's clothing store and manufacturing company. From Shaker High School, he went on to Stanford University and then Harvard Law School. He then started a career on Wall Street, but he shifted to public service, joining the Bush administration's economic policy team in 2002. “Four years later, President Bush nominated him to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. At age 35, Kevin Warsh was unanimously confirmed here in the Senate and became the youngest governor in the history of the Federal Reserve. Being the youngest person to take a seat in the Federal Reserve's boardroom is impressive enough, but Kevin Warsh didn't just take a seat. He was a key player during the time he was on the board. “Kevin Warsh seems to have just the profile of a Federal Reserve Chairman, yet Democrats oppose his nomination. For the first time in its history, the Banking Committee reported out a nominee for Fed chairman on a party line vote because every single Democrat opposed Mr. Warsh's nomination, and actually only one Democrat was even present for the vote. “The other 10 Democrats on the Banking Committee didn't even bother to show up for it. I wish I could say I'm surprised, but this is just how bad Trump Derangement Syndrome has gotten on the other side of the aisle. Democrats won't say so, but that's what it is.” Kevin Warsh has argued there's room to lower rates, but he also promised to use his own judgment in setting monetary policy — and not to take orders from the White House. Warsh denied charges from Democrat Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts that he would be Trump's "sock puppet." Warsh will replace Jerome Powell, who has led the Fed since 2018. Although Trump appointed Powell to the job, he has relentlessly criticized the outgoing Fed chairman for not moving more aggressively to lower borrowing costs. Powell's term as chairman ends today. In a break with tradition, Powell will remain on the Fed's governing board for a period of time after stepping down as chairman. That's unusual since Fed chairs typically leave the central bank when their term as the head is done. But Powell is determined to safeguard the institution from political pressure. He has vowed to keep a low profile and not overshadow Warsh. But Powell will continue to have a vote on the 12-member committee that sets interest rates. Missionary John Vassar commissioned as evangelist And finally, on May 15, 1850, John Vassar—often referred to as "Uncle" John—was formally commissioned as an evangelist for the American Tract Society of New York. Following a distinct conversion experience at the age of 28, Vassar left his family's prominent brewing business in Poughkeepsie, New York, to dedicate his life to soul-winning.  As an agent for the American Tract Society, he traveled extensively, selling and distributing Christian literature. Known for his intense earnestness, he was described as a "living fire" who would ask everyone he met about their relationship with Christ. He became one of the most powerful personal evangelists of the 19th century.  Isaiah 52:7 says, “How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, ‘Your God reigns!'” Later in John Vassar's career, in 1863, he was commissioned to work among soldiers during the Civil War. Upon being captured, he famously asked Confederate General Jeb Stuart, "General, do you love Jesus?" Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, May 15th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Stay connected with us at americangroundradio.com, on Facebook, and Instagram. You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for May 4, 2026. We open with a clip that demands an answer — Tennessee State Representative Justin Pearson went on national television and called President Trump a white supremacist domestic terrorist. We play the clip, we break down what those words actually mean in their legal and historical context, and we ask the question nobody on the left wants to answer — if you genuinely believe the president is a domestic terrorist, what is the logical conclusion of that belief? We connect the rhetoric directly to the pattern of political violence that has now produced multiple assassination attempts, explain why people who spend years calling someone Hitler and a terrorist cannot then claim surprise when someone acts on that logic, and make the case that this is not hyperbole anymore — it is an environment that is getting people killed. In our Top 3 Things You Need to Know, Iran broke the ceasefire — attacking an oil pipeline in the United Arab Emirates that would have allowed the UAE to bypass the Strait of Hormuz and ship oil to the world independently. The UAE called it a dangerous escalation and reserved the right to respond. CENTCOM destroyed six Iranian fast boats attacking U.S. ships in the strait. The bombing is probably coming back. Then the Supreme Court allowed abortion drugs to continue shipping across state lines for now — staying the Fifth Circuit's ruling banning cross-state mifepristone shipments until May 11th while Louisiana and other states respond to the Court's questions. And Alabama and Tennessee have called special legislative sessions to redraw their congressional maps following the Supreme Court's ruling on racial gerrymandering — which combined with Louisiana's ongoing redistricting could give Republicans five more seats this fall. Our American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson tackle a fascinating question — can you tell who is going to grow up to be a millionaire? We dig into the ADHD and autism connection to entrepreneurial success, why people with ADHD often can't focus on the mundane but will obsess on a problem with a ferocity nobody else can match, why Teri's experience interviewing millionaires for her magazine showed a consistent pattern, why the five people you spend the most time around shape your economic trajectory, and why medicating the superpower out of your kid might be the most expensive parenting mistake you'll ever make. We also cover the 68% of National Guard and Reserve forces classified as overweight — and the nearly $1 billion the military has spent on Ozempic and GLP-1 weight loss medications since 2021. We discuss whether medication is a legitimate tool for readiness or a workaround for a standard that should be enforced directly, and what it means that we are going to war with the army we have. We dig deep into Representative Rashida Tlaib's proposed Unhoused Persons Bill of Rights — a bill that would create federally protected rights for homeless Americans including the right to public spaces, freedom of movement, health care, housing, a livable wage, and education. We go through the bill section by section and explain the fundamental philosophical error at its core — that if the government has to provide it, it is not a right, it is a redistribution. Real rights come from the creator and require nothing from anyone else. The moment someone else has to labor to give you your right, you have taken their rights away. We also note that the bill proposes to end the homeless crisis by 2027 — and ask why, if that's achievable by government declaration, they need a permanent bill of rights for people who won't exist in a year. We also cover Los Angeles considering whether to allow noncitizens to vote in local elections — while simultaneously exploring ways to strip voting rights from Palisades fire victims who no longer have a physical address in the city because their house burned down. We call it what it is. We address Jimmy Kimmel's joke about Rudy Giuliani — made days before Giuliani was hospitalized in critical condition — and why jokes about people's mortality and decline aren't comedy. They're contempt wearing a punchline. For our Bright Spot, Stephen Colbert's last days on air produced one genuinely beautiful moment — Jimmy Fallon and Colbert singing the national anthem a cappella in harmony from memory on Colbert's final shows. We celebrate it — and note that if people on the left love this country enough to memorize the harmony on the Star-Spangled Banner, there is still hope. And we preview the Memorial Day concert on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol hosted by Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise — a solemn reminder that Memorial Day is not a three-day weekend. It is the day we honor those who gave the last full measure of devotion. And we close with Secretary of State Marco Rubio — who, according to social media, has now been given every job in the world by President Trump — spinning records as the DJ at a family wedding. May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the final word of the Star Spangled Banner?Play. Share. Listen, with proprietor of historic Buena Vista winery, Jean-Charles Boisset. Learn more about the Fox News Wine Club Sweepstakes HERE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's super common for a country to have a national anthem. That's an official song that is sung at special events and is supposed to bring people together. The United States of America's anthem is called The Star Spangled Banner. But it took a long time, and a lot of contests, to choose that song. Join Joy and co-host TK as they learn the history of this famously hard to sing song. Plus they tackle an all new First Things First. Guest: Billy Coleman, Associate Director of the Kinder Institute, and historian who studies early American music and politics. Click here to read a transcript of this episode. Want to support the show? Join Smarty Pass to listen to ad-free episodes or donate!

Susan Tedeschi may have been born and raised in Boston, but she's forged a deep and lasting connection to Southern culture. She grew up on blues, gospel, and soul music before eventually embarking on a career that brought all those influences together, making her one of the most exciting voices in modern rock and roll. She's also spent more than 25 years in Jacksonville, Florida, where she and her husband and musical partner, Derek Trucks, have raised a family and built something truly special together. As the Tedeschi Trucks Band, they've united Susan's talents as a singer, songwriter, and musician with Derek's supernatural abilities on slide guitar. Now, they have a new record out called Future Soul, one of their best to date. Sid and Susan talk about the album, the family dynamic that's kept their band together for 16 years, and a particularly fun gig they have on the horizon. On Saturday, May 2, Susan and Derek will perform the “Star Spangled Banner” at the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby. For more info visit: southernliving.com/biscuitsandjam Episode Art Courtesy of Southern Living/ Bradley Strickland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Friday, April 24th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Ugandan evangelist stabbed to death by Muslims Suspected Muslim extremists, posing as taxi drivers on April 9th, killed a Christian evangelist in central Uganda, Africa shortly after he preached at a Gospel event, reports Morning Star News. They beat and stabbed Alfred Kitenga at about 9:30 p.m. along the Northern Bypass in the Wakiso District, after he and his wife, Anna Grace, were returning home from preaching in Kampala, the Ugandan capital. One local church leader said, “This is a painful loss for the body of Christ.” In John 15:19, Jesus said, "If you were of the world, the world would love you as its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you." Iran says first Strait of Hormuz toll revenues banked Hamidreza Hajibabaei, the deputy speaker of Iran's parliament, claimed that Iran, not the United States, was now making demands after the first revenues for newly implemented tolls on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz were deposited into Iran's central bank, reports MSN. During a public gathering in the western city of Kuhdasht, ABC News reported that he said, "We have control over this Strait. If the United States continues on its current course, no vessels will pass through the Strait of Hormuz. We are not engaged in negotiations -- rather, we are making demands." The Strait of Hormuz, which serves as a vital waterway for trade along the Persian Gulf, is responsible for an estimated 20% of the world's oil supply traveling through. The blockade has led to soaring gas prices in the United States as the price of oil surpassed $100 per barrel multiple times. Trump orders U.S. Navy to shoot and kill any boat placing mines On Thursday, President Donald Trump ordered the U.S. military to “shoot and kill” any boat caught putting mines in the Strait of Hormuz, as his administration ramps up mine-clearing efforts in the critical waterway, reports TheHill.com. He added, “Additionally, our mine ‘sweepers' are clearing the Strait right now. I am hereby ordering that activity to continue, but at a tripled-up level!” Trump retrieves 10-year-old child from Cuba in transgender drama The Trump administration took the unusual step this week of sending a government plane to Cuba to return a 10-year-old boy from Utah who is at the center of a complicated and contentious custody fight involving the child's gender identity, reports NBC News. The boy's 42-year-old father, Mr. Ethington, who is pretending to be a woman himself, is accused of taking his son to Cuba without the permission from the biological mother, with whom he has shared custody. Federal and state authorities sought the return of the boy after a family member expressed concern that Mr. Ethington went to Havana, Cuba to get gender transition surgery for the boy. Mr. Ethington was arrested along with his 32-year-old partner, Blue, and charged in the U.S. with international parental kidnapping. The couple traveled with the boy to Canada, ostensibly for a camping trip in late March with Blue's 3-year-old child. However, the two adults deviously turned off their phones, after telling the older child's mother they'd arrived in Canada. Then, they flew from Vancouver to Mexico and then to Cuba on April 1. Navy secretary fired after feud over Trump's ‘Golden Fleet' with Pentagon leaders Secretary of the Navy John Phelan was fired on April 22nd after months of feuding with his Pentagon bosses, particularly over his handling of President Trump's “Golden Fleet” shipbuilding initiative, reports the New York Post. Tensions among Phelan, War Secretary Pete Hegseth and Deputy War Secretary Stephen Feinberg had been simmering for months. According to one GOP source, Phelan's leadership style was “incongruent” with Hegseth and Feinberg. The source said, “The administration really wanted to accelerate the shipbuilding program because of the president's agenda … and the secretary seemed incapable of accomplishing those goals, and he wasn't well-liked. When you combine incompetence with arrogance, it usually doesn't end well.” Deputy War Secretary Feinberg had been gradually diverting responsibility for the major project away from Phelan, the New York Times reported.  Hung Cao, the Naval undersecretary, is now set to replace him. Virginia voters gave 10 of 11 Congressional seats to Democrats On Tuesday, the Virginia Democrat officials successfully convinced voters to narrowly approve a constitutionally questionable redistricting push to give 10 out of the 11 U.S. congressional seats to the Democrats, a change that one judge ruled to be unconstitutional, reports ABC News. The Democrats had previously held 6 Congressional seats in Virginia. Florida's possible redistricting could help ensure more GOP seats In light of the Virginia election, the red state of Florida is now in the spotlight, reports JustTheNews. In the Sunshine State, Republican Governor Ron DeSantis is spearheading an effort to redraw their state's congressional districts before the midterm elections. That would help to ensure the Republicans could retain their majority in the House, and can fully implement President Trump's agenda. Another medical emergency uncovered at Colorado Planned Parenthood Yet another medical emergency was spotted this month at a Colorado Planned Parenthood abortion mill with a checkered history on patient safety, reports LifeSiteNews.com. Operation Rescue reported that an ambulance was spotted on April 10 arriving at the Fort Collins Planned Parenthood. The EMS radio dispatch revealed that a 19-year-old woman came in a day after her abortion complaining of chest pains. The EMS' use of the code “Charlie Medical” indicated fears that the situation was potentially life-threatening. Abortion mills across the country are regularly flagged for harming mothers through botched abortions, unsanitary tools and environments, and lack of regulatory protections such as requirements for staff to secure admitting privileges at nearby hospitals in the event of complications. The birth of the “In God We Trust” motto And finally, on April 22nd,1864, the motto "In God We Trust," which was conceived during the American Civil War, first appeared on American coinage. By a joint resolution of Congress, it was adopted as our national motto in 1956, replacing the previous one: “Out of many, one.” In 1814, Francis Scott Key wrote the Star Spangled Banner, including this seldom heard fourth verse, which references the importance of trusting God as a nation. Listen. “O thus be it ever when freemen shall stand Between their lov'd home and the war's desolation! Blest with vict'ry and peace may the Heav'n rescued land Praise the Power that hath made and preserv'd us a nation! Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just, And this be our motto - "In God is our trust," And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave” (applause and cheers) Psalm 33:12 says, "Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people He chose for His inheritance." Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, April 24th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Episode 182 Ch. 8 of Little Town on the Prairie "Fourth of July" Join us this week as we discuss "The Star Spangled Banner", "Marching through Georgia", union suits, Laura pinning her braids vs. the chapter illustrations, Fort Ticonderoga, Lawyer Visscher Barnes, Laura and Rose's politics (libertarianism), "My Country 'Tis of Thee/America", Samuel Owens, what a "cuss" is, winning $5, and mentioning Eliza Jane Wilder. 

It's 1,008 days until the legally defined end of the 47th Presidency, but the merit of upcoming elections remains suspect. In the meantime, we run a marathon show with a cliffhanger ending! Also, Pete Kegstand quotes Quentin Tarantino instead of the christian bible, and Trump knows less geography than we thought. Other Titles Considered: Weld on a Nut Double Assing Rudely Interrupted Special Show Links: The nearly party-line vote of 213-214 shows that Republicans are sticking with the president's military campaign in Iran. Every Democrat except one voted to order an end to the war. https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/house-resolution-end-trumps-war-iran-fails-one-vote-rcna332178 The Seven Democrats Who Joined Republicans in Opposing Measure to Block Arms Sales to Israel https://time.com/article/2026/04/16/the-seven-senate-democrats-who-caucused-with-republicans-to-continue-arms-sales-to-israel/ Why the Star-Spangled Banner is Played At Sporting Events https://www.history.com/articles/why-the-star-spangled-banner-is-played-at-sporting-events History of Title IX https://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/advocacy/history-of-title-ix/

*Buy a EZ "DEFECTOR" hoodieNote: "Act 2" will be a separate published audio podcast.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics:*EZ continues to dominate tournament bracket.*Nebraska loses game to Iowa by only putting 4 players on the floor during crunch time.*Lady driving during ZOOM court busted; lies to judge.*EZ reads a couple interesting emails that came in.*How a US Air Force relic fighter jet is helping open up the Straits of Hormuz*Megan's cat food drive.*'Hamilton' performer murder Star Spangled Banner.*EZ had to sing the anthem once at a hockey game. The same place where he badly shit his pants.*My Piillow scuz, Mike Lindell gets served during a LIVE interview.*O'Neill Cruz of the Pittsburgh Pirates has a very bad 1st inning.*EZ's Detroit Tigers TV dilemma.*Sicko Joseph Duggar update.*Asshole of the daySponsors:Impact Powersports, Kuiper Tree Care, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop, Shoreliners,  Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV, TC PaintballInterested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

*Buy a EZ "DEFECTOR" hoodieNote: "Act 1" was a separate published audio podcast.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics*EZ continues to dominate tournament bracket.*Nebraska loses game to Iowa by only putting 4 players on the floor during crunch time.*Lady driving during ZOOM court busted; lies to judge.*EZ reads a couple interesting emails that came in.*How a US Air Force relic fighter jet is helping open up the Straits of Hormuz*Megan's cat food drive.*'Hamilton' performer murder Star Spangled Banner.*EZ had to sing the anthem once at a hockey game. The same place where he badly shit his pants.*My Pillow scuz, Mike Lindell gets served during a LIVE interview.*O'Neill Cruz of the Pittsburgh Pirates has a very bad 1st inning.*EZ's Detroit Tigers TV dilemma.*Sicko Joseph Duggar update.*Asshole of the daySponsors:Merchant Automotive, SkyDive Grand Haven, Impact Powersports, Kuiper Tree Care, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop, Shoreliners,  Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV, TC PaintballInterested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How well does Hudson know the Star-Spangled Banner? Also, who will win the NCAA Tournament? We talk about the Oscars, try the new Dunkin Banana Menu, and lots more!

Katie is a great singer but there's one song she refuses to sing in public because it's so hard and a famous pop star agrees with her.

Some episodes of The Rizzuto Show start light and goofy… and some start with a story that makes everyone immediately uncomfortable before we pivot straight into ridiculous trivia battles. Guess which one this is.The gang kicks things off talking about the disturbing case of former Florissant police officer Julian Alcala, who was sentenced after abusing routine traffic stops to search through women's phones and steal private photos. What started as normal traffic stops turned into a massive invasion of privacy affecting multiple victims, and the crew reacts the only way a morning show can: equal parts disbelief, anger, and “how could someone possibly think they'd get away with that?” The sentencing sparks a real conversation about power, accountability, and why some people absolutely should never be trusted with a badge. It's a heavy story—but unfortunately a real one.But this is still The Rizzuto Show, which means after the serious talk, the show takes a hard left turn into chaos with Match Up With Moon. If you've never heard this segment, imagine a trivia contest where the contestants know just enough to be confidently wrong. Riz and Moon go head-to-head answering questions that spiral into debates about fossils, Prince Harry's real name, the Star-Spangled Banner, and whether “bunnies” is an acceptable scientific term for baby rabbits.Things get even messier when the questions get historical, royal, and oddly military. Somehow the gang ends up debating the world's largest air forces, royal wedding dates, and whether King Scott is secretly trying to sabotage everyone with trick questions. The logic gets questionable, the guesses get worse, and the competitive trash-talk ramps up.Of course, there are also listeners playing along live for concert tickets and show prizes, meaning the pressure is on… and the answers only get more ridiculous as the game goes on.If you like weird news, trivia disasters, sarcastic banter, and a group of grown adults arguing about things they're only 60% sure about, congratulations—you've found your people. That's exactly what this comedy podcast delivers every day.Between the bizarre news story, the brain-melting trivia showdown, and the usual sarcastic commentary from the crew, this episode is a perfect snapshot of the daily chaos that makes The Rizzuto Show one of the most unpredictable shows on the radio. Whether you're here for the laughs, the weird stories, or just to feel smarter than the hosts, this comedy podcast has you covered.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 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.