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Mike Marcangelo and Rayshawn Buchanan return on Kayfabe Critics with a heavyweight episode that opens with a clear-eyed, layered discussion of Hulk Hogan's passing and legacy, then pivots into a full preview of WWE SummerSlam 2025, the first ever two-night Premium Live Event from MetLife Stadium, with predictions, booking analysis, celebrity involvement breakdowns, and cross-era context.What's covered in this episode:Hulk Hogan's death and legacyThe hosts wrestle with how to separate Terry Bollea the person from Hulk Hogan the cultural icon, examining his role in transforming pro wrestling into mainstream entertainment, the contradictions in his public and private life, and why his death marks a pivotal moment in sports entertainment history. The episode incorporates the most recent reporting on his sudden passing on July 24, 2025, the confirmed cause being a heart attack amid underlying health struggles, and the global reaction from fans, peers, and family. WWE's new documentary series and kayfabe evolutionMike and Rayshawn dig into the reception and implications of WWE: Unreal on Netflix, the behind-the-scenes docuseries that launched July 29, 2025, exposing creative processes, hidden tensions, star development, and the ongoing debate between traditional kayfabe preservation and full transparency. They unpack fan backlash, talent reactions, notable revelations about story shaping, and what this means for future storytelling in WWE. SummerSlam 2025 comprehensive breakdownThe heart of the episode is a match-by-match analysis and prediction slate for SummerSlam 2025 across both nights, including:Cody Rhodes vs John Cena street fight for the undisputed WWE title, double turn possibilities, legacy finishes, and speculation on final opponents and special guest refereesCM Punk vs Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship, with a speculative Seth Rollins Money in the Bank cash-in finish that would reshape momentum heading into WrestleManiaRoman Reigns & Jey Uso vs Bron Breaker & Bronson Reed and the tension between established dynasties and breakthrough new starsJade Cargill vs Tiffany Stratton, risk/reward storytelling and whether Stratton can carry big momentsCelebrity crossover matches including Jelly Roll teaming with Randy Orton against Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul, examining credibility, preparation, and why modern celebrity integrations (excluding outliers) have evolved into substantive contributions rather than distractionsKarrion Kross's momentum and mid-card title opportunity thesis, Sami Zayn's positioning, and the utility of authentic promos in building investmentWomen's tag dynamics with Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss, and the broader women's title scene, including Rhea Ripley, Theo Sky, Naomi and how previous classic rivalries inform the current storytelling.
Feeling overwhelmed, restless, or emotionally drained? In this episode of The ER Podcast, we explore the life-changing power of deep, meaningful rest—and how it's the antidote to burnout, chronic stress, and emotional fatigue.
Michael Ryan started his career working in the TV industry for Sir Lew Grade's UK company, ITC. In 1978 he formed J&M Entertainment with a colleague, a distribution sales agent for independent films. As J&M grew, it developed its business model to also take responsibility for financing new films & providing production finance.In 1980 Ryan and J&M were founder members of the American Film Marketing Association (AFMA) – later to be renamed Independent Film & Television Alliance (IFTA) – which was formed to provide an annual film market based in Los Angeles. Michael served two terms as Chairman of IFTA (2004-2008) and another three terms from 2015-2021.In 2000, Ryan partnered with Guy Collins. Between them they have financed, sold and produced over 200 films, including The Wild Geese, The English Patient, The General, Whats Eating Gilbert Grape, The Osterman Weekend, the Highlander series, Planet 51 and more recently, at GFM Films with Fred Hedman, Toei Animations Harlock, Absolutely Anything starring Simon Pegg and Simon West-directed action thriller Stratton starring Dominic Cooper. On July 15, 2022, GFM's Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank, an independently financed and produced animated feature is based on Mel Brooks iconic Blazing Saddles that launched as a project by GFM Films at AFM in 2014, was released across 4,500 U.S. screens by Paramount.Please enjoy my conversation with Michael Ryan.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bulletproof-screenwriting-podcast--2881148/support.
This week on the Wrestling Mayhem Show, Sorg and Rizz are joined by special guest Referee George Ross, aka Big Match Bubby, for an action-packed and off-the-rails episode full of wrestling insights, travel horror stories, deathmatch madness, and plenty of mayhem. They break down the latest from TNA Slammiversary, the crossover storyline potential with WWE NXT, and what a two-night SummerSlam means for wrestling fans. George dives deep into what it's like officiating at independent shows, JCW vs. GCW chaos, and deathmatch culture—including wild teddy bears, 50 panes of glass, and exploding barbed wire setups. Plus, the gang reminisces about old Rise Wrestling moments, mysterious family ties with Ray Lyn, and who might be Braylon's dad… all while being harassed by a supportive lizard puppet. ⸻
This week on the Wrestling Mayhem Show, Sorg and Rizz are joined by special guest Referee George Ross, aka Big Match Bubby, for an action-packed and off-the-rails episode full of wrestling insights, travel horror stories, deathmatch madness, and plenty of mayhem. They break down the latest from TNA Slammiversary, the crossover storyline potential with WWE NXT, and what a two-night SummerSlam means for wrestling fans. George dives deep into what it's like officiating at independent shows, JCW vs. GCW chaos, and deathmatch culture—including wild teddy bears, 50 panes of glass, and exploding barbed wire setups. Plus, the gang reminisces about old Rise Wrestling moments, mysterious family ties with Ray Lyn, and who might be Braylon's dad… all while being harassed by a supportive lizard puppet. ⸻
This week on the Wrestling Mayhem Show, Sorg and Rizz are joined by special guest Referee George Ross, aka Big Match Bubby, for an action-packed and off-the-rails episode full of wrestling insights, travel horror stories, deathmatch madness, and plenty of mayhem. They break down the latest from TNA Slammiversary, the crossover storyline potential with WWE NXT, and what a two-night SummerSlam means for wrestling fans. George dives deep into what it's like officiating at independent shows, JCW vs. GCW chaos, and deathmatch culture—including wild teddy bears, 50 panes of glass, and exploding barbed wire setups. Plus, the gang reminisces about old Rise Wrestling moments, mysterious family ties with Ray Lyn, and who might be Braylon's dad… all while being harassed by a supportive lizard puppet. ⸻
Are you feeling stuck, uninspired, or constantly chasing motivation? It might be because you've gotten too comfortable.In this powerful episode of The Emotional Resilience Podcast, we explore how comfort can quietly kill your drive—and why embracing challenge is the secret to building long-term happiness, confidence, and self-respect.You'll discover:Why comfort leads to boredom, anxiety, and emotional burnoutHow doing hard things rewires your brain for fulfillment and purposeThe connection between discipline, mental resilience, and lasting happiness3 practical steps to break out of the comfort zone and take your life backWhether you're a high-achieving professional, a growth-minded entrepreneur, or someone trying to rediscover your spark—this episode gives you the mindset tools and motivation to stop playing small and start showing up for the life you were made for.
Hello Everyone !We sat down with Jeff Tredo, a Director of Bryant & Stratton College of WNY. We talked about Jeff's background and how Jeff is a part of Bryant & College. We thanked Bryant & Stratton College for sponsoring this episode and we got some breaking news from Jeff about what is coming to Bryant & Stratton College. We talked about the class sizes and what Bryant & College has to offer from in-person to online and more. Find out why Bryant & Stratton College is built differently and discover your inner Bobcat. Bryant & Stratton College website: https://www.bryantstratton.edu/Podcast: https://chasingstoriespodcast.com/Podcast Support:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chasingstoriespodcast/support Destiny's Website: https://destinysmagicalcreations.com/Destiny's Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Destiny-Constantin/e/B08QW84ZHN?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1619256834&sr=8-1Remember to follow us on social media!X @_chasingstoriesDestiny's X @WriterDestiny Destiny's Instagram @WriterDestiny94Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chasingstories2 As always, thank you for taking the time to listen to our podcast. Thank you for listening! Everyone has a story to chase; it's apart of our life's journey. Paid Sponsor Episode!
In our post-PPV "Wrestling Night in America" format, PWTorch's Brandon LeClair, Kelly Wells, and Kurt Cadet discuss in-depth the WWE Evolution event with live callers, in-person perspective, and chat interactions. They discuss the full card, including Iyo Sky vs. Rhea Ripley in the main event, featuring a successful Money in the Bank cash-in, plus Becky Lynch vs. Lyra Valkyria vs. Bayley and the hopes for all three going forward, improvements seen in Raquel Rodriguez and Lash Legend, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
Struggling to stay calm under pressure? Wish you could stop overreacting or letting your emotions run the show? In this powerful episode of The Emotional Resilience Podcast, Tyler Joe Stratton shares a transformative approach to emotional control without shutting down, faking positivity, or suppressing what you feel.You'll learn:✔️ Why emotional control isn't suppression — it's self-leadership✔️ How to use the “4-Second Shift” to pause before reacting✔️ What your emotions are trying to teach you✔️ How to build a practical emotional resilience toolkit✔️ Why emotional mastery determines the quality of your life, relationships, and leadershipWhether you're a high-achiever, heart-led leader, or healing from emotional overwhelm — this episode gives you the tools to respond with wisdom, not impulse.
This week on Two Dudes With Attitudes, we're breaking down the FULL match card for WWE Evolution 2025—the all-women's Premium Live Event that's set to shake up the entire division! We give our bold predictions for every match, including:IYO SKY vs. Rhea Ripley for the WWE Women's World ChampionshipTiffany Stratton vs. Trish Stratus in a generational title showdownJacy Jayne defends the NXT Women's Title against Jordynne GraceJade Cargill vs. Naomi in a No Holds Barred warFatal 4-Way for the WWE Women's Tag TitlesBecky Lynch vs. Lyra Valkyria vs. Bayley for the Intercontinental TitleAnd the Evolution Battle Royal with a title shot at Clash in Paris on the line!
In this week's episode, NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan speaks with Illinois Lieutenant Governor and U.S. Senate Candidate Juliana Stratton. They discuss how the Pritzker-Stratton administration has improved healthcare and unemployment, and how they've built a balanced budget that will help carry Illinois into a brighter future. Stratton talks about Trump's irresponsible budget bill and the differences between the chaos of Washington and a well-governed state like Illinois. Stratton also shares why improving healthcare is personal for her as well as why she chose to run for public office, the story of Governor JB Pritzker asking her to be his running mate, and what running marathons has taught her about politics. Tune in to learn how you can “take a stand and be counted.” IN THIS EPISODE: • [00:00] Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton differentiates between Washington's approach to Trump's budget and healthcare and what she and her team are doing in Illinois. • [06:37] Improving Illinois' budget: How she meets her goals even with limited funds. • [10:59] Why Illinoisans are most concerned with having representatives who fight for them. • [14:15] Understanding what drew Lieutenant Governor Stratton to run for public office. • [17:47] Her experience of being picked as Governor JB Pritzker's running mate. • [21:14] Why she's running for U.S. Senate and what she hopes to bring. • [26:20] The lessons she's learned as a marathon runner and how she uses them in politics. • [28:48] An important story about her dad illustrating what keeps her motivated.
The DOGGZZONE welcomes back Bryan Stratton to the podcast! Gimme an F#, four on the floor, moderate rock! 1...2...3...4... (verse) ROCKSTAR ferret! He's the best at a fight! ROCKSTAR ferret! Got his smokes and a light! ROCKSTAR ferret! He's a weird place to start! ROCKSTAR ferret! Gonna tongue fuck your heart! (pre) It's how gracefully you die that's important! (chorus) ROCKSTAR FERRET! ROCKSTAR FERRET! ROCKSTAR FERRET, YEAH! ---------------------------------------------------------- Buy Robert Brockway's new book... OR ELSE. Hardcover: https://www.amazon.com/Will-Kill-Your-Imaginary-Friend/dp/B0DKB68X6F NON-Amazon: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/i-will-kill-your-imaginary-friend-for-200-robert-brockway/1146656963
Power-Wrestling Podcast präsentiert: Endlich wieder SMACKDOWN! WWE SmackDown vom 4. Juli 2025 aus Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Darin: Drew McIntyre hat genug von Cody Rhodes und Randy Orton! Tiffany Stratton entscheidet sich für eine Legende! Jacob Fatu pinnt den US-Champion … und wird zerstört! Charlotte und Alexa arbeiten zusammen! Die Wyatt Sicks setzen ein Zeichen! No-Holds-Barred-Match angekündigt! Alles Ergebnisse und Entwicklungen hier im großen Bericht: https://www.power-wrestling.de/wwe-smackdown/wwe-smackdown-4725-mcintyre-ist-zuruck-unerwartete-gegnerin-fur-stratton-fatu-pinnt-den-us-champ Die aktuelle Berichterstattung rund um WWE und AEW findest du bei uns unter: https://www.power-wrestling.de HOL DIR JETZT DEINEN PATREON-FREIMONAT! Alle Podcasts zuerst, viele exklusive Bonus-Folgen, alles werbefrei, über 2.000 Ausgaben im großen Archiv. Jetzt anmelden und einen Monat kostenlos hören: https://www.patreon.com/powerwrestling/redeem/3F028 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Are you carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? Struggling to let go of what you can't control? In this powerful episode, Tyler Joe Stratton guides you through five transformational practices to master the art of detachment — so you can finally breathe easier, reclaim your peace, and stop carrying what was never yours to hold.Through relatable stories, practical tools, and heartfelt wisdom, Tyler will show you how to:✨ Hold space for others without absorbing their problems✨ Break free from the stories that weigh you down✨ Release the exhausting need for control✨ Set compassionate boundaries that protect your heart✨ Reinvest in your own life so you feel fulfilled and strong againIf you're tired of feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in everyone else's chaos, this episode is your permission slip to let go — and live lighter.Hit play, and discover how to detach without disconnecting from what truly matters.
In this week's one-on-one sitdown, Edgar and Mr. Bludd go full throttle on the latest wrestling buzz! Buckle up as they dive into the Tiffany Stratton controversy—yes, again—and unpack the fan reaction and fallout. From listener questions to fantasy booking, the duo serves up a sizzling roundup of must-see summer matchups we're all dying to witness.
Coming up we are going to have a Special guest in studio to talk about college life. Podcast: https://chasingstoriespodcast.com/Podcast Support:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chasingstoriespodcast/support Destiny's Website: https://destinysmagicalcreations.com/Destiny's Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Destiny-Constantin/e/B08QW84ZHN?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1619256834&sr=8-1Remember to follow us on social media!X @_chasingstoriesDestiny's X @WriterDestiny Destiny's Instagram @WriterDestiny94Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chasingstories2 As always, thank you for taking the time to listen to our podcast. Thank you for listening! Everyone has a story to chase; it's apart of our life's journey.
Citadel's Ken Griffin breaks Sotheby's record with bids for two Civil War-era documents. Crain's Laura Turbay discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: An audit reveals Chicago blew through a key budget reserve in 2024, Gov. Pritzker selects former deputy governor Christian Mitchell for running mate as Lt. Gov. Stratton raises $1M in U.S. Senate bid, Shore Capital targets food and beverage deals with $450 million fund and a Chicago investor buys Tribune Tower retail space.
In this episode, Evan & Greg dive into the Vanguard Oil Guard system with Bob Pomeroy. Bob is the Senior Product Manager at Briggs & Stratton. Learn more about Vanguard Oil Guard here: https://www.vanguardpower.com/na/en_us/innovation/oil-guard.html SHOW NOTESTap Here for Turf Nerds Merch!Look! We Have A Website!Don't forget to check out Green Frog Web Design and tell them the Turf Nerds sent you. Or Greg will scalp your lawn!Use promo code TURFNERDS for 50% off Equip Expo 2025 registration!Shoot us an email! TurfNerdsPodcast@proton.meInstagramFacebookTikTokSubscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/edlawncare?sub_confirmation=1#LawnCare #LawnMaintenance #Mowing #MowingGrass #LawnCareBusiness #Toro #ToroMultiforce #CubCadet #BibleStudy #Bible #Christian #Business #Entrepreneurship #Comedy #2024 #Marketing #Advertising #TipsAndTricks #Tips #Success #Yakta #YaktaMowers #YaktaOutdoor #Spring #SpringRush #FYP #Mower #NewMower #UsedMower #RouteDensity #EquipExpo #EquipExpo2024 #Echo #Stihl #RedMax #Shindaiwa #StringTrimmer #WeedWhip #GreenFrogWebDesign #WebDesign #EzraMcCarthy #Aerator #Aeration #ZAerate #Bobcat #BobcatMowers #Husqvarna #HusqvarnaGroup #HYGREENTOOL #GOMOW #ThunderLightingSupply #ChristmasLights #Christmas #Trump #DonaldTrump #PresidentTrump #ElectionDay #EZDumper #DumpInsert #StempkyNursery #Mulch #MulchInstallation #TurfNerds #Newsmax #NewsmaxTV #CarlHigbie
Goodfellas meets Savages meets Catch Me If You Can in this true tale of high-stakes smuggling from pot's outlaw years. Richard Stratton was the unlikeliest of kingpins. A clean-cut Wellesley boy who entered outlaw culture on a trip to Mexico, he saw his search for a joint morph into a thrill-filled dope run, smuggling two kilos across the border in his car door. He became a member of the Hippie Mafia, traveling the world to keep America high, living the underground life while embracing the hippie credo, rejecting hard drugs in favor of marijuana and hashish. With cameos by Whitey Bulger and Norman Mailer, Smuggler's Blues tells Stratton's adventure while centering on his last years as he travels from New York to Lebanon's Bekaa Valley to source and smuggle high-grade hash in the midst of civil war, from the Caribbean to the backwoods of Maine, and from the Chelsea Hotel to the Plaza as his fortunes rise and fall. All the while he is being pursued by his nemesis, a philosophical DEA agent who respects him for his good business practices. A true-crime story that sounds like fiction, Smuggler's Blues is a psychedelic road trip through international drug smuggling, the hippie underground, and the war on weed. As Big Marijuana emerges, it brings to vivid life an important chapter in pot's cultural history.https://amzn.to/3TMQu4xBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.
If life feels like it's stuck on repeat—same stress, same relationships, same burnout—it's time for a reset.In this eye-opening episode of The Emotional Resilience Podcast, we explore the real reason why patterns in your life keep showing up and how to finally break free. You'll learn how the Law of Cause and Effect silently shapes your results and what you can do to shift your internal world so your outer life starts to change.
Want to steal my Objection Handling Cheat Sheet? Click here. Want to connect with Stratton?? Follow/DM on Instagram @optimalsalesmindsetToday we bring back a favorite guest, Stratton Nielsen @optimalsalesmindset. Stratton was featured a couple months ago on episode 73 where we talked about how to feel your best while selling. In that episode we talked about his experience doing door to door sales and after 4 years getting hit with severe anxiety and feeling controlled by his emotions. He taught us how to change our perspective with our mind and not view it as the one in control... but understanding that there is a deeper true self that ultimately is in control. Today we piggyback on this discussion. We do a little refresher on this mindset and go more into the mechanics of how to use this new perspective to help you perform better. Stratton gives you step by step practices you can use to help you maximize your control over your emotions and thoughts. This episode is dedicated to all levels of experience. If you have moments of frustration or wanting to quit... we talk exactly how to view these feelings, and making sure the decision you make is completely aligned with your WHY for doing this job. Hope you enjoy.
On this week's episode, host Bree Mills is joined by besties Melissa Stratton and Vanna Bardot! Hot off of filming a spicy scene, Melissa & Vanna sit down to debrief their tips on being a girls' girl, making porn for women, and how to “f*ck her like a man”. It's Mormons VS Miami in this week's episode as the duo talk all things reckoning person & persona, getting outed by your browser history, why vanilla sex is UNDERRATED, and SO MUCH MORE!Melissa Stratton: https://www.instagram.com/melissastratton/Vanna Bardot: https://www.instagram.com/vannabardot/Bree Mills: https://www.instagram.com/thebreemills/ The ADULT TIME Podcast: https://linktr.ee/TheADULTTIMEPodcast ABOUT ADULT TIME:Adult Time is a digital subscription platform for a new era of adult entertainment. We are a brand built by people who believe in a future where mature audiences can safely, securely, and proudly have a place in their lineup for premium adult content. In addition to our addictive programming, Adult Time is dedicated to creating a personalized content experience for all our viewers with 400+ channels, 60,000 episodes, and VR and interactive toy integration.
What separates those who crumble under pressure from those who rise stronger? One word: resilience.In this powerful episode of The Emotional Resilience Podcast, we break down what it really takes to build mental toughness that lasts. You'll learn the six key domains of resilience—like vision, tenacity, and composure—and discover science-backed methods to strengthen your mindset every single day.Inside the episode, you'll explore:✅ The Goggins 40% Rule to break through mental barriers✅ How to use Cognitive Reframing to change negative thought patterns✅ The ancient Stoic practice of Premeditatio Malorum✅ Kelly McGonigal's “Challenge Response” to reframe stress✅ The Stockdale Paradox: balancing brutal honesty with unshakable hope✅ And the simple but powerful 5x5 Rule to protect your emotional energyThis isn't just about bouncing back—it's about rising with clarity, confidence, and calm. If you're ready to stop reacting and start leading your life with purpose, this episode is your starting point.
Ever feel like you were made for more—but something inside keeps stopping you? You're not alone. In this empowering episode of The Emotional Resilience Podcast, we dive into the root of self-doubt and how it silently sabotages your goals, confidence, and momentum.You'll learn:Why self-doubt isn't a personality trait—it's a patternThe neuroscience behind why your brain resists changeHow to build confidence through action (not overthinking)Three proven tools to help you rewire fear and step into your potentialIf you're tired of stalling, second-guessing, or shrinking your dreams, this episode will give you the mindset and motivation to finally move forward.
Is your relationship strained by miscommunication, conflict, or growing resentment? Whether it's with a partner, friend, coworker, or family member, emotional repair is possible. In this episode of The Emotional Resilience Podcast, I walk you through powerful strategies to restore connection, rebuild trust, and deepen intimacy without falling into the traps of contempt, defensiveness, or blame. You'll learn how to apologize sincerely, communicate with compassion, and lead with appreciation—even after things have gotten tense. Tune in to learn how to heal the bonds that matter most.Order a copy of my best selling book: The Big Three https://amzn.to/4kluqcS
From The Heart, Inspiring Stories told by Inspiring WomenIn this From the Heart episode, Katie sits down with Nikki Stratton, a fun grandma, to explore how nutrition and genetics can transform women's mental health—especially during the mental health wellness Month of May. Nikki shares her journey of helping women decode their genetic makeup, manage hormonal changes, and find real solutions for depression and anxiety. Tune in for actionable tips, inspiring stories, and resources you can share with your network.#MentalHealthMatters #WomenSupportingWomen #NutritionForWellbeing #GeneticHealth #GutBrainConnection #AnxietySupport #EmpowerYourselfConnect with and follow Nikki here: https://www.facebook.com/nikki.stratton.12?mibextid=LQQJ4dLearn more about the methylation test that Nikki mentions here: https://shorturl.at/VOTFEMention MOMNATION for a 10% coupon for the methylation test. Follow MOMnation and connect with all of our podcasts here: https://direct.me/momnationusaConnect with Katie at: www.katiehallelambert.comBrought to you by Team EvoAZ at eXp Realty. Music and Lyrics by Susan Goyette.Have a topic you want us to cover? Comment below to share your idea!This episode is prerecorded.
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Oh hello De-Influencers!! Happy Thursday and happy 101st episode of De-Influenced! Quite on brand for us, we did in fact forget to celebrate our 100th episode!! So we're doing it today instead. In honor of 101 episodes with the best audience ever, we are doing a Q&A for y'all. We're answering questions about our marriage, influencing, parenting and more! Plus, we're of course going to talk about the AI elephant in the room, the plush AI toys Jordan bought Stella and Stratton that some of y'all are NOT happy about. We scored some great deals with a few of our favorite brands for our listeners: Cotton is The Fabric of Our Lives and make sure you're checking tags to ensure it's the fabric of your life too. Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.com Huggies Little Snugglers, now with blowout protection in every direction* *Sizes 1-2. Huggies. Huggies.com. Looking for a formula and want to try Bobbie? Bobbie has an exclusive offer just for De-Influenced listeners. First, visit www.hibobbie.com to find the recipe that fits your journey. Then, apply promo code DANI to get an additional 10% off on your first purchase. Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/DEINFLUENCED. Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/DANIAUSTIN. This deal is not available on their regular website. The Nanit baby monitor is changing parenthood for the better! It's the one baby item we can't live without. And of course, we have a special offer just for our listeners! Get TWENTY PERCENT off your first order with code BABY20. That's B-A-B-Y-20 at Nanit.com NOW! N-A-N-I-T.com. Nanit. Parenthood looks different here. Make sure you're subscribed to our official channel on YouTube, @deinfluencedpodcast, and follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your De-Influenced fix! Stay connected with us on Instagram and TikTok @deinfluencedpodcast, and as always thank you for being a part of this journey. We'll see you next time! we love y'all!! D+J
Jeremy and George are working to bring something special to you. In the meantime, we recommend revisiting one of our first and most significant interviews. Jay Stratton has been a pivotal figure in the creation and direction of three government UFO programs: AAWSAP, AATIP, and the UAP Task Force. Stratton personally conducted the first investigation of the 'TIC TAC' UFO incident, and he led the effort to rebrand UFO cases as UAP. Jay Stratton's very first on-camera interview regarding his UAP work was with WEAPONIZED. GOT A TIP? Reach out to us at WeaponizedPodcast@Proton.me ••• Watch Corbell's six-part UFO docuseries titled UFO REVOLUTION on TUBI here : https://tubitv.com/series/300002259/tmz-presents-ufo-revolution/season-2 Watch Knapp's six-part UFO docuseries titled INVESTIGATION ALIEN on NETFLIX here : https://netflix.com/title/81674441 ••• For breaking news, follow Corbell & Knapp on all social media. Extras and bonuses from the episode can be found at WeaponizedPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today in the interrogation chair, it's one of my favorite American Ninja Warriors, author of the Lance Bear Wolf series, Steve Stratton. Hear about Steve's path to publishing, his wild Steve McQueen lifestyle, what his last trip to the French Laundry was like, and what we're each cooking the next I'm at his place in Colorado. Welcome, to The Dossier Podcast! stevenstrattonusa.com | thewritersdossier.com
Jonny and Heather lead off with recognition of the Agender Day of Visibility (Monday, May 19). They then turn to issues of local concern in Southern Illinois, including recent deadly tornadoes, current summer Pride plans, Governor Pritzker's visit, and Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton's endorsement by 50 Illinois LGBTQ leaders in her bid for the US Senate. In the back half of the show they discuss the Trump administration's attempts to distract public attention with outrage over "86 49" alleged threats. Instead of giving that drama queen response much attention, they focus on what the Trump administraion probably doesn't want us talking about this week--there is SO much!!!!
Send us a textWe have all been watching the unprecedented attacks on trans healthcare for youth and adults by anti-trans extremists from the local to the federal levels. The trans legislation tracker reports an alarming 857 anti-trans bills under consideration in 2025 alone. Many of us, our kids, and our families find ourselves caught in the eye of this storm. Today In the Den, Sara sits down with special guest Alexis Stratton of The Campaign for Southern Equality to discuss the book that Stratton co-authored called Trans Kids, Our Kids: Stories and Resources from the Frontlines of the Movement for Transgender Youth. They explore the importance of supporting and loving and affirming the trans community, and they talk about what we can do to help. Special Guest: Alexis StrattonAlexis Stratton has an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of South Carolina, and their stories and essays have appeared in Hayden's Ferry Review, Matador Review, and Oyez Review, among other publications. In 2024, they co authored Trans Kids, Our Kids: Stories and Resources from the Frontlines of the Movement for Transgender Youth with Adam Polaski and Jasmine Beach-Ferrara (Ig Publishing), and in 2025, their book of travel essays, Eating Turtle, was published with Small Harbor Publishing. Alexis has also written for the Rebel Girls book series and podcast and provides grant writing support to several LGBTQ+ nonprofits. Before transitioning to writing full-time, Alexis educated organizations in South Carolina on LGBTQ+ rights, violence prevention, and serving marginalized populations. They live in Richmond, VA.Links from the Show:Kin*dom Camp Community: https://kindomcommunity.org/home Kin*dom Campfire Chats: https://kindomcommunity.org/podcastFind Trans Kids, Our Kids in the Mama Dragons Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/p/books/trans-kids-our-kids-stories-and-resources-from-the-frontlines-of-the-movement-for-transgender-youth-jasmine-beach-ferrara/21195291?ean=9781632461674&next=t&aid=108866&listref=parenting-an-lgbtq-child&next=t Trans Youth Emergency Project: https://southernequality.org/tyep/ QMed Website: https://queermed.com/ Join Mama Dragons today: www.mamadragons.org In the Den is made possible by generous donors like you. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today at www.mamadragons.orgSupport the showConnect with Mama Dragons:WebsiteInstagramFacebookDonate to this podcast
Patrick discusses Danny Sheehan's bombshell comments about Jay Stratton that if true, change everything.
In this episode of The Emotional Resilience Podcast, we dive into 7 daily habits that create long-term transformation in your mindset, your productivity, your relationships, and your energy. These aren't just good ideas—they're strategic tools backed by behavioral psychology, performance coaching, and real-world application.SUFFER LESS & THRIVE MORE!JOIN THE COMMUNITY: Unlock the tools, resources, and training you need to master emotional resilience, build confidence, and elevate your leadership in life, relationships, and business. Transform your mindset, break through your limits, and create a life filled with purpose, growth, and fulfillment. Join today and start thriving!Want to turn your life around? It won't happen overnight—but with the right habits, everything can change.
U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about new Pope Leo XIV being from Chicago, if she believes this pope was picked as a pushback to the new administration, the challenges of Democrats not having a majority in Congress, if she has any relationship with President Trump, the […]
U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about new Pope Leo XIV being from Chicago, if she believes this pope was picked as a pushback to the new administration, the challenges of Democrats not having a majority in Congress, if she has any relationship with President Trump, the […]
The following political analysis is from Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC) Senior Political Analyst Jim Ellis. BIPAC is an independent, bipartisan organization. It is provided solely as a membership benefit to the organization's 200-plus member companies and trade associations. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily represent those of any particular member or organization.
A pyromaniac haunts Points of Origin.John Leonard Orr, a serial arsonist who was also a fire investigator, shambles through Will Stratton's excellent new album as a wayward grim reaper. But fire itself does not haunt Points of Origin. How could it when it's the blazing heart of the album? From the former conman forecasting his propane-fueled death to the eon-spanning “Red Crossed Star,” which charts thousands of years of crimes and flames carving California, fire is all matter and all that matters. Stratton's story telling slots between the dirtbag ponderings of Warron Zevon and Hannah Frances' rot filled meditations. His characters are lively, flawed, always running from themselves and the flames that threaten to take everything they hold dear. Song by song Stratton's remarkable knack for crafting empathy grows deeper and deeper, ensuring we must see ourselves in these flailing and failing coots, and the fears that hold them.Points Of Origin by Will Stratton
Dave Simon and "Genesis" Johnny North dissect the shocking WWE shake-up! We break down major talent releases like Shayna Baszler and Dakota Kai, and dive into a loaded SmackDown featuring Roman Reigns, Bianca Belair, and Aleister Black's return. Get our instant reactions, in-depth analysis, and hear your live comments!On this episode: WWE Releases: Why were Dakota Kai and Shayna Baszler released? Could AEW be their next move? Is Braun Strowman heading to Impact Wrestling? SmackDown Results: Reigns' surprise challenger, the battle for dominance between Belair, Jax, and Stratton, Aleister Black's show-stealing return, and Nathan Frazier's injury. AEW Dynamite: Previewing Samoa Joe vs. Moxley in a cage match, Mercedes Moné's impact, and Hangman vs. Ospreay in the Owen Hart Cup. WWE Raw Recap: The alliance of Rollins, Heyman, and Breakker, and Sami Zayn's dilemma. Looking Ahead: WWE Backlash (Cena vs. Orton, Gunther vs. McAfee, Becky vs. Lyra) and AEW All or Nothing.Join the conversation LIVE every Friday at 10 PM Eastern on YouTube! Subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss Wrestling Uncensored, part of the Ringside Report Network!Watch/Listen: Catch the replay on YouTube and listen to the audio podcast on Spotify and all major platforms.Visit our website for more uncensored combat sports content, including news and commentary.Grab exclusive merch at merch.ringsidereport.net and support our work by becoming a YouTube Channel Member or supporting us directly at https://membership.ringsidereport.net.Follow us: Twitter | InstagramDon't miss our live broadcasts: Thursdays @ 8 PM ET: Ringside Report MMA Fridays @ 10 PM ET: Wrestling Uncensored Live Post-Shows for WWE and AEW PPVs UFC Watch-AlongsJoin the ultimate pro wrestling conversation!
Mayor Johnson visits Springfield, neighbors protest a proposed luxury hotel near the Obama Center, Sen. Duckworth backs Lt. Gov. Stratton for Senate seat. Reset goes behind the headlines of those stories and much more in our Weekly News Recap. This week's panel features Axios Chicago reporter Carrie Shepherd, Chicago Tribune criminal justice reporter Sam Charles and WBEZ statehouse reporter Alex Degman. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.
Stratton is a Mental Health therapist and Mindset Coach with five years of experience helping salespeople feel better so they can sell better. Prior to becoming a Coach, Stratton sold pest control for four years. He combines his personal experience in door-to-door with his passion for spirituality and psychology to help salespeople have greater success, but more importantly, a new level of confidence and well-beingIn this engaging conversation, Rick Martinez and Stratton W. Nielsen explore the profound impact of mindset on personal growth, particularly in the context of door-to-door sales. They discuss the emotional phases individuals experience, the importance of self-awareness, and the role of therapy and coaching in overcoming challenges. The dialogue emphasizes the necessity of building a supportive community, learning from mistakes, and facing fears head-on. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to view sales as a vehicle for personal development and healing, advocating for practical steps to cultivate a positive mindset and emotional resilience.
Want to steal my Objection Handling Cheat Sheet? Click here. Today's episode is dedicated to the sales rep who is struggling with mindset. In our episode, we get to hear from Stratton Nielsen. Stratton is a mindset coach for sales reps and specializes in helping door to door sales reps achieve optimal mindset and job satisfaction. He has been in the D2D sales space for 9 years and shares his story of knocking, dealing with anxiety, and learning how not be controlled by it. If you knock doors, it is a guarantee you will struggle at some point with intense frustration and anxiety. Having the right understanding of how to overcome these emotions will help you in becoming the best sales rep you can be. D2D sales can be brutal, but it's through that brutality you will learn to find your true self. If you want to connect with Stratton check out his website: optimalsalesmindset.comHope you enjoy. Connect with Tyler Evertsen: Instagram | tryd2dsales.com
A great home inspection can make or break the sale — and today, we're giving you the inside scoop on how to pass with flying colors! Join us with our special guest Paul Stratton of Stratton Inspections as they break down what inspectors are really looking for and what sellers can do to prepare. We'll walk you through the essential checklist, the most common inspection pitfalls, and simple, affordable fixes you can make before the inspector shows up. Whether you're selling in Maricopa County, Pinal County, or anywhere across Arizona, this episode of the State 48 Homeowner Podcast will help you avoid costly surprises and make your home inspection a success.
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Matt Maher, aka Imp, revisits the WWE week that was.This week talking Friday Night SmackDown and Monday Night RAW back in America in style... with one of the most atrocious promo segments ever and one of the biggest duds of a celebrity guest commentator in history!- SmackDown: Charlotte Flair & Tiffany Stratton promo (2:23)- RAW: Jey Uso's & Gunther (20:34)The NEW Social Suplex Newsletter: https://www.socialsuplex.com/frontpage/Chopped Tees official Imp Merchandise: https://chopped-tees.com/en-uk/collections/social-suplex-network/imps-wwe-adventure2024 FOH Draft = https://payhip.com/b/0dVQpFollow us on Bluesky: @socialsuplex.bsky.social, @thedamnimplicat.bsky.socialFollow us on Twitter: @SocialSuplexFollow us on Instagram: @SocialSuplexLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialSuplex/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/QUaJfaCVisit our website for news, columns, and podcasts: https://socialsuplex.com/Join the Social Suplex community Facebook Group: The Wrestling (Squared) CircleSupport the Social Podcast Network by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/social-suplex-podcast-network/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
David and Brian have a special mailbag episode for you. They answer questions regarding the following: Jey Uso's quest to the World Heavyweight Championship (3:50) Jon Moxley retaining his AEW World Championship (11:59) Speedball Mike Bailey's big showing at AEW Dynasty (24:43) Paul Heyman's role in the CM Punk-Roman Reigns-Seth Rollins triple threat match (49:03) Who could be Randy Orton's opponent at WrestleMania? (65:32) Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stratton get personal (85:29) Heading out to WrestleMania this year? So are we! Come kick off the weekend by joining the 'Ringer Wrestling' crew for a meet-up. We'll be at Tom's Watch Bar at the New York-New York Hotel & Casino on April 19th, beginning at 1:00 p.m. PT. Grab a drink, come chat, and snap some selfies with us. Be sure to check out our videos on BlueSky, TikTok, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and to support independent ski journalism, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.WhoTyler Fairbank, General Manager of Jiminy Peak, Massachusetts and CEO of Fairbank GroupRecorded onFebruary 10, 2025 and March 7, 2025About Fairbank GroupFrom their website:The Fairbank Group is driven to build things to last – not only our businesses but the relationships and partnerships that stand behind them. Since 2008, we have been expanding our eclectic portfolio of businesses. This portfolio includes three resorts—Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort, Cranmore Mountain Resort, and Bromley Mountain Ski Resort—and real estate development at all three resorts, in addition to a renewable energy development company, EOS Ventures, and a technology company, Snowgun Technology.About Jiminy PeakClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: Fairbank Group, which also owns Cranmore and operates Bromley (see breakdowns below)Located in: Hancock, MassachusettsYear founded: 1948Pass affiliations:* Ikon Pass: 2 days, with blackouts* Uphill New EnglandClosest neighboring ski areas: Bousquet (:27), Catamount (:49), Butternut (:51), Otis Ridge (:54), Berkshire East (:58), Willard (1:02)Base elevation: 1,230 feetSummit elevation: 2,380 feetVertical drop: 1,150 feetSkiable acres: 167.4Average annual snowfall: 100 inchesTrail count: 42Lift count: 9 (1 six-pack, 2 fixed-grip quads, 3 triples, 1 double, 2 carpets – view Lift Blog's inventory of Jiminy Peak's lift fleet)About CranmoreClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: The Fairbank GroupLocated in: North Conway, New HampshireYear founded: 1937Pass affiliations: * Ikon Pass: 2 days, with blackouts* Uphill New EnglandClosest neighboring ski areas: Attitash (:16), Black Mountain (:18), King Pine (:28), Wildcat (:28), Pleasant Mountain (:33), Bretton Woods (:42)Base elevation: 800 feetSummit elevation: 2,000 feetVertical drop: 1,200 feetSkiable Acres: 170 Average annual snowfall: 80 inchesTrail count: 56 (15 most difficult, 25 intermediate, 16 easier)Lift count: 7 (1 high-speed quad, 1 fixed-grip quad, 2 triples, 1 double, 2 carpets – view Lift Blog's inventory of Cranmore's lift fleet)About BromleyClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: The estate of Joseph O'DonnellOperated by: The Fairbank GroupPass affiliations: Uphill New EnglandLocated in: Peru, VermontClosest neighboring ski areas: Magic Mountain (14 minutes), Stratton (19 minutes)Base elevation: 1,950 feetSummit elevation: 3,284 feetVertical drop: 1,334 feetSkiable Acres: 300Average annual snowfall: 145 inchesTrail count: 47 (31% black, 37% intermediate, 32% beginner)Lift count: 9 (1 high-speed quad, 1 fixed-grip quad, 4 doubles, 1 T-bar, 2 carpets - view Lift Blog's of inventory of Bromley's lift fleet)Why I interviewed himI don't particularly enjoy riding six-passenger chairlifts. Too many people, up to five of whom are not me. Lacking a competent queue-management squad, chairs rise in loads of twos and threes above swarming lift mazes. If you're skiing the West, lowering the bar is practically an act of war. It's all so tedious. Given the option – Hunter, Winter Park, Camelback – I'll hop the parallel two-seater just to avoid the drama.I don't like six-packs, but I sure am impressed by them. Sixers are the chairlift equivalent of a two-story Escalade, or a house with its own private Taco Bell, or a 14-lane expressway. Like damn there's some cash floating around this joint.Sixers are common these days: America is home to 107 of them. But that wasn't always so. Thirty-two of these lifts came online in just the past three years. Boyne Mountain, Michigan built the first American six-pack in 1992, and for three years, it was the only such lift in the nation (and don't think they didn't spend every second reminding us of it). The next sixer rose at Stratton, in 1995, but 18 of the next 19 were built in the West. In 2000, Jiminy Peak demolished a Riblet double and dropped the Berkshire Express in its place.For 26 years, Jiminy Peak has owned the only sixer in the State of Massachusetts (Wachusett will build the second this summer). Even as they multiply, the six-pack remains a potent small-mountain status symbol: Vail owns 31 or them, Alterra 30. Only 10 independents spin one. Sixers are expensive to build, expensive to maintain, difficult to manage. To build such a machine is to declare: we are different, we can handle this, this belongs here and so does your money.Sixty years ago, Jiminy Peak was a rump among a hundred poking out of the Berkshires. It would have been impossible to tell, in 1965, which among these many would succeed. Plenty of good ski areas failed since. Jiminy is among the last mountains standing, a survival-of-the-fittest tale punctuated, at the turn of the century, by the erecting of a super lift that was impossible to look away from. That neighboring Brodie, taller and equal-ish in size to Jiminy, shuttered permanently two years later, after a 62-year run as a New England staple, was probably not a coincidence (yes, I'm aware that the Fairbanks themselves bought and closed Brodie). Jiminy had planted its 2,800-skier-per-hour flag on the block, and everyone noticed and no one could compete.The Berkshire Express is not the only reason Jiminy Peak thrives in a 21st century New England ski scene defined by big companies, big passes, and big crowds. But it's the best single emblem of a keep-moving philosophy that, over many decades, transformed a rust-bucket ski area into a glimmering ski resort. That meant snowmaking before snowmaking was cool, building places to stay on the mountain in a region of day-drivers, propping a wind turbine on the ridge to offset dependence on the energy grid.Non-ski media are determined to describe America's lift-served skiing evolution in terms of climate change, pointing to the shrinking number of ski areas since the era when any farmer with a backyard haystack and a spare tractor engine could run skiers uphill for a nickel. But this is a lazy narrative (America offers a lot more skiing now than it did 30 years ago). Most American ski areas – perhaps none – have failed explicitly because of climate change. At least not yet. Most failed because running a ski area is hard and most people are bad at it. Jiminy, once surrounded by competitors, now stands alone. Why? That's what the world needs to understand.What we talked aboutThe impact of Cranmore's new Fairbank Lodge; analyzing Jiminy's village-building past to consider Cranmore's future; Bromley post-Joe O'Donnell (RIP); Joe's legacy – “just an incredible person, great guy”; taking the long view; growing up at Jiminy Peak in the wild 1970s; Brian Fairbank's legacy building Jiminy Peak – with him, “anything is possible”; how Tyler ended up leading the company when he at one time had “no intention of coming back into the ski business”; growing Fairbank Group around Jiminy; surviving and recovering from a stroke – “I had this thing growing in me my entire life that I didn't realize”; carrying on the family legacy; why Jiminy and Cranmore joined the Ikon Pass as two-day partners, and whether either mountain could join as full partners; why Bromley didn't join Ikon; the importance of New York City to Jiminy Peak and Boston to Cranmore; why the ski areas won't be direct-to-lift with Ikon right away; are the Fairbank resorts for sale?; would Fairbank buy more?; the competitive advantage of on-mountain lodging; potential Jiminy lift upgrades; why the Berkshire Express sixer doesn't need an upgrade of the sort that Cranmore and Bromley's high-speed quads received; why Jiminy runs a fixed-grip triple parallel to its high-speed six; where the mountain's next high-speed lift could run; and Jiminy Peak expansion potential.What I got wrong* I said that I didn't know which year Jiminy Peak installed their wind turbine – it was 2007. Berkshire East built its machine in 2010 and activated it in 2011.* When we recorded the Ikon addendum, Cranmore and Jiminy Peak had not yet offered any sort of Ikon Pass discount to their passholders, but Tyler promised details were coming. Passholders can now find offers for a discounted ($229) three-day Ikon Session pass on either ski area's website.Why now was a good time for this interviewFor all the Fairbanks' vision in growing Jiminy from tumbleweed into redwood, sprinting ahead on snowmaking and chairlifts and energy, the company has been slow to acknowledge the largest shift in the consumer-to-resort pipeline this century: the shift to multi-mountain passes. Even their own three mountains share just one day each for sister resort passholders.That's not the same thing as saying they've been wrong to sit and wait. But it's interesting. Why has this company that's been so far ahead for so long been so reluctant to take part in what looks to be a permanent re-ordering of the industry? And why have they continued to succeed in spite of this no-thanks posture?Or so my thinking went when Tyler and I scheduled this podcast a couple of months ago. Then Jiminy, along with sister resort Cranmore, joined the Ikon Pass. Yes, just as a two-day partner in what Alterra is labeling a “bonus” tier, and only on the full Ikon Pass, and with blackout dates. But let's be clear about this: Jiminy Peak and Cranmore joined the Ikon Pass.Unfortunately (or perhaps fortunately), for me and my Pangea-paced editing process, we'd recorded the bulk of this conversation several weeks before the Ikon announcement. So we recorded a post-Ikon addendum, which explains the mid-podcast wardrobe change.It will be fascinating to observe, over the next decade, how the remaining holdouts manage themselves in the Epkon-atronic world that is not going away. Will big indies such as Jackson Hole and Alta eventually eject the pass masses as a sort of high-class differentiator? Will large regional standouts like Whitefish and Bretton Woods and Baker and Wolf Creek continue to stand alone in a churning sea of joiners? Or will some economic cataclysm force a re-ordering of the companies piloting these warships, splintering them into woodchips and resetting us back to some version of 1995, where just about every ski area was its own ski area doing battle against every other ski area?I have guesses, but no answers, and no power to do anything, really, other than to watch and ask questions of the Jiminy Peaks of the world as they decide where they fit, and how, and when, into this bizarre and rapidly changing lift-served skiing world that we're all gliding through.Why you should ski Jiminy PeakThere are several versions of each ski area. The trailmap version, cartoonish and exaggerated, designed to be evocative as well as practical, a guide to reality that must bend it to help us understand it. There's the Google Maps version, which straightens out the trailmap but ditches the order and context – it is often difficult to tell, from satellite view, which end of the hill is the top or the bottom, where the lifts run, whether you can walk to the lifts from the parking lot or need to shuttlebus it. There is the oral version, the one you hear from fellow chairlift riders at other resorts, describing their home mountain or an epic day or a secret trail, a vibe or a custom, the thing that makes the place a thing.But the only version of a ski area that matters, in the end, is the lived one. And no amount of research or speculation or YouTube-Insta vibing can equal that. Each mountain is what each mountain is. Determining why they are that way and how that came to be is about 80 percent of why I started this newsletter. And the best mountains, I've found, after skiing hundreds of them, are the ones that surprise you.On paper, Jiminy Peak does not look that interesting: a broad ridge, flat across, a bunch of parallel lifts and runs, a lot of too-wide-and-straight-down. But this is not how it skis. Break left off the sixer and it's go-forever, line after line dropping steeply off a ridge. Down there, somewhere, the Widow White's lift, a doorway to a mini ski area all its own, shooting off, like Supreme at Alta, into a twisting little realm with the long flat runout. Go right off the six-pack and skiers find something else, a ski area from a different time, a trunk trail wrapping gently above a maze of twisting, tangled snow-streets, dozens of potential routes unfolding, gentle but interesting, long enough to inspire a sense of quest and journey.This is not the mountain for everyone. I wish Jiminy had more glades, that they would spin more lifts more often as an alternative to Six-Pack City. But we have Berkshire East for cowboy skiing. Jiminy, an Albany backyarder that considers itself worthy of a $1,051 adult season pass, is aiming for something more buffed and burnished than a typical high-volume city bump. Jiminy doesn't want to be Mountain Creek, NYC's hedonistic free-for-all, or Wachusett, Boston's high-volume, low-cost burner. It's aiming for a little more resort, a little more country club, a little more it-costs-what-it-costs sorry-not-sorry attitude (with a side of swarming kids).Podcast NotesOn other Fairbank Group podcastsOn Joe O'DonnellA 2005 Harvard Business School profile of O'Donnell, who passed away on Jan. 7, 2024 at age 79, gives a nice overview of his character and career:When Joe O'Donnell talks, people listen. Last spring, one magazine ranked him the most powerful person in Boston-head of a privately held, billion-dollar company he built practically from scratch; friend and advisor to politicians of both parties, from Boston's Democratic Mayor Tom Menino to the Bay State's Republican Governor Mitt Romney (MBA '74); member of Harvard's Board of Overseers; and benefactor to many good causes. Not bad for a "cop's kid" who grew up nearby in the blue-collar city of Everett.Read the rest…On Joe O'Donnell “probably owning more ski areas than anyone alive”I wasn't aware of the extent of Joe O'Donnell's deep legacy of ski area ownership, but New England Ski History documents his stints as at least part owner of Magic Mountain VT, Timber Ridge (now defunct, next-door to and still skiable from Magic), Jiminy, Mt. Tom (defunct), and Brodie (also lost). He also served Sugar Mountain, North Carolina as a vendor for years.On stroke survivalKnow how to BE FAST by spending five second staring at this:More, from the CDC.On Jiminy joining the Ikon PassI covered this extensively here:The Storm explores the world of lift-served skiing year-round. Join us. Get full access to The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast at www.stormskiing.com/subscribe
Kate (@MissKatefabe) and Alex (@_AlexisCardoza) discuss tonight's episode of Smackdown, April 4, 2025 including:-WWE US Championship #1 Contenders Last Man Standing Match: Jacob Fatu vs. Braun Strowman-WWE Tag Team Championships #1 Contenders Match: Motor City Machine Guns vs. DIY-Naomi vs. B-Fab-Rey Fenix debuts-Seth Rollins, CM Punk, and Roman Reigns appear Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to http://nordvpn.com/fightful to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + a Bonus Gift! It's completely risk free with Nord's 30 day money-back guarantee! ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fightful Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!All of the odds we speak about on Fightful come from our official partner, BetOnline! Check them out at http://BetOnline.AG for the fastest payouts and earliest lines on sports, wrestling and more!Our Sponsors:* Check out Cigars International and use my code FIGHTFUL for a great deal: https://www.cigarsinternational.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/FIGHTFULSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fightful-pro-wrestling-and-mma-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy