Podcasts about Straw

Jonny, and Joel talk technical changes in the latest Minecraft 26.3 snapshot, then answer listener email about slabs of hay, villager copper, the smell of blazes, and stories behind their servers.Show notes for The Spawn Chunks are here:https://thespawnchunks.com/2026/07/20/the-spawn-chunks-411-straw-slabs-and-sulfur-stories/Join The Spawn Chunks Discord community!https://Patreon.com/TheSpawnChunksThe Spawn Chunks YouTube:https://youtube.com/thespawnchunks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New Q&A: What is your favorite biome and why?One Block Challenge!THEME: Blocks underwater!Email me your idea or leave it on the Discord. Only give me one idea. Provide the name of the block and any function it has. Keep your descriptions simple and to the point. The winners will be announced in a future episode.LinksDiscord: https://discord.gg/jcTmQteGBsEmail: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠digstraightdowncast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/RebelJC_92⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/RebelJC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music: Above and Beyond, MilesRocksAlotSoulscraft: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rebeljc.itch.io/soulscraft⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Adventures in Lantern Valley - A Minecraft Story Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kw2VzPrWt5bf0UOiHuW05?si=YblJgRW_TzO_vjUj4N2t8Q⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Dale Brisby and the Rodeo Time crew are back with the ladies from the warehouse for a no-holds-barred, laugh-out-loud discussion on the hottest cowboy hot takes that could start a bar fight.   Straw or felt? When is it acceptable to wear a ball cap on horseback, to tying off vs. dallying, dogs riding in the cab, manual vs. automatic transmissions, and the eternal debate over the best truck brand — this episode is packed with unfiltered cowboy (and cowgirl) opinions.   Drop your hottest cowboy take in the comments

Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry chief executive Sally Curtain joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to talk about new data which suggested almost half of Victorian businesses are more likely to expand or invest interstate due to Victoria's proposed work from home laws.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It solves a problem nobody had and makes everything worse. And those in power demand that you use it.NeXTStep, Emacs, Desqview/X, & TRS-80 Model 100 Walls:https://lunduke.locals.com/post/8056105/trs-80-model-100-joins-the-lunduke-journal-lifetime-wall-partyGet on The Wall with a Massively Discounted Lifetime Sub:https://lunduke.substack.com/p/50-off-yearly-and-massively-discountedMore from The Lunduke Journal:https://lunduke.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lunduke.substack.com/subscribe

One of the most honest conversations we have had on Thanalysis Show, Thanasis Antetokounmpo sits down with Milwaukee's own UFC legend and two-time Straw-weight Champion, Rose "Thug Rose" Namajunas. Rose Namajunas opens up about everything, from her family coming to Milwaukee as Lithuanian refugees after the Soviet Union collapsed, growing up on the north side as the "only little white girl on the block", and how that upbringing built the toughness that made her a two-time UFC champion. Gruber Law Office's Thanalysis is also presented by Potawatomi Casino Hotel and McDonald's.  She breaks down the exact affirmations she used to beat Joanna Jedrzejczyk, "Confidence, Conditioning, Composure, Content. I'm the champion", and the moment she started saying the Lord's Prayer in Joanna's face during their final face-off. Plus she reveals her formula for winning: punch them in the face, take their back, choke them out. Rose also gets into fighting through a broken nose in the third round, having eye surgery after her last fight, moving up from strawweight to flyweight at 33 to chase a second belt, and what she feels the moment she walks out of the cage. 

The Tim Conway Jr. Show Hour 3 (7.7) Hour 2 goes big, and Flash Shelton is IN STUDIO.

Will Straw a beau avoir été professeur émérite en études sur les médias urbains à l'Université McGill jusqu'au moment de sa retraite en 2024, il entre difficilement dans une case. Ayant grandi en Ontario, il a habité dans plusieurs petites villes avant son arrivée à l'université. Dès sa jeunesse, l'urbanité le fascine, et dans ses yeux d'enfant de 12 ans, la ville d'Hamilton représente Chicago ou New York. Ce n'est toutefois qu'après des études en journalisme, en cinéma et communication, que Will entreprend un « virage urbain » en devenant professeur spécialiste des médias urbains, avec des recherches qui s'intéressent à la notion de scènes culturelles et musicales. Plus récemment, il prend part à la constitution d'un champ de recherche autour des Night studies, qui rassemble des gens de différentes disciplines (histoire de l'art, urbanisme, écologie, etc.) autour des questions relatives à la nuit.Son arrivée à Montréal remonte aux années 1980, au moment de la période New Wave et toute son effervescence dans les bars. Une énergie telle qu'il décide d'en faire le sujet de sa thèse de doctorat (plutôt que de la faire sur la théorie althussérienne de l'idéologie…). Plus précisément, sa thèse porte sur l'industrie du disque et ses réactions à l'arrivée du punk et du New Wave.L'ancrage territorial de certains groupes et l'influence du lieu sur les styles et les scènes musicales sont au cœur d'une réflexion qui se prolonge depuis. La discussion entre Will, Emile et Guillaume va ainsi d'un sujet à l'autre, toujours à l'articulation des lieux, de la culture et de la musique.À écouter pour en apprendre plus sur la scène musicale de Hamilton, Ontario, pour découvrir les films ayant marqué notre trio, pour se replonger dans le Montréal des années 1970 et 1980, et pour peut-être entendre parler, pour la première fois, de l'énigmatique Association des anglophones pour la souveraineté du Québec!

Derek Layfield, Managing Director of Durra Panel, who has championed straw-based panel technology for decades, and Michael Jones, Studio Lead – Design at AJC Architects, a registered architect with a wealth of experience specifying bio-based materials, including Durra Panel projects and recent Byera Hadley research into straw and prefabricated systems, explain why straw is the ultimate building material when it comes to acoustic and temperature insulation.This podcast was sponsored by Durra Panel.

Welcome to Episode 665 of the Veg Grower Podcast. This week Richard shares a classic mix of summer gardening jobs — fruit thinning, sweetcorn planting, slug control, greenhouse tidying — plus our Seed of the Month, a refreshing cabbage slaw recipe, and a look at July's Book of the Month. It's been warm and humid on the allotment, but thanks to straw mulch and careful watering, everything is thriving. Let's dive into what's been happening this week. Down the Allotment The allotment has been busy with seasonal tasks, starting with fruit thinning after the June drop. Richard explains why apples and pears shed fruit naturally, and why thinning further helps produce bigger, tastier fruit and prevents biennial bearing. It's a job that feels counter‑intuitive, but the long-term benefits are worth it. Gooseberries are ready, but harvesting them has become nearly impossible due to thorns and invading brambles. Richard shares his difficult decision to dig up the existing bushes and replant with thornless varieties to make the area more productive and easier to maintain. Elsewhere on the plot: Straw mulch continues to reduce watering needs Leeks are being held back until cooler, wetter weather The final batch of sweetcorn has been planted New potatoes, courgettes, rhubarb and cabbage are being harvested A surprise rat encounter added a bit of drama to the week Tune in to hear the full story and Richard's thoughts on keeping the allotment productive. Seed of the Month — Kohlrabi This month's seed is kohlrabi, a quirky root crop that looks alien but tastes fantastic — sweeter than turnips and incredibly versatile. Richard shares: How he sows it directly into the soil Why consistent moisture is essential How to thin seedlings to 20–25cm spacing Why harvesting at golf‑ball size gives the best flavour How flea beetle and slugs can be managed Ways to use kohlrabi in the kitchen, including roasting, stir‑fries and slaws And a reminder that the leaves are edible too It's a great crop for summer sowing and offers two harvests from one plant. In the Kitchen Garden The kitchen garden has been all about organisation this week. Richard tidied the area in front of the greenhouse, sorted pots, removed weeds, and potted up cabbage, swede and late brassicas. The chickens' area also had a tidy, making the whole garden feel calmer and more productive. Slug & Snail Battles Slugs and snails have been relentless this year, especially around the bean plants. Richard shares several methods he's using: Yeast traps made from wine sediment Watering in the morning Upturned pots to collect slugs overnight Feeding trapped slugs to chickens and birds It's a constant challenge, but numbers are slowly coming down. General Garden Notes Tomatoes are loving the warm weather Herbs are thriving but dry Mulch continues to help retain moisture Courgettes and other crops are producing well Marigolds are being deadheaded daily to keep flowers coming The kitchen garden is productive, colourful and full of life. Recipe of the Week Summer Cabbage & Peanut Slaw with Lime & Chili Dressing This week's recipe turns a humble summer cabbage into something exciting. Richard grates cabbage, carrot and red onion, adds fresh herbs and chili, and finishes with a zingy lime dressing and roasted peanuts. It's crunchy, refreshing, and perfect for warm weather. You can find the full recipe on the blog. Book of the Month — The Victorian Kitchen Garden by Jennifer Davies Richard reviews this classic book, which accompanies the BBC series of the same name. He explores: Victorian walled gardens Skilled head gardeners Coal‑heated greenhouses Hotbeds made from fresh manure Fruit‑tree training Soil care and mulching Season extension techniques The craftsmanship and attention to detail of Victorian growers

Welcome to The Turf Zone podcast. This episode features the article “Anyone for Tennis – Research?” written by Dr. Scott Ebdon – Emeritus Professor, University of Massachusetts – Amherst and Mike Buras – former Director of Grounds, Longwood Cricket Club, Chestnut Hill, MA For accompanying tables, graphs, photos and references see the Summer 2026 issue of New England Blade magazine available on www.theturfzone.com Tennis on Grass – USA There are 26 million tennis players in the USA, and these numbers have increased by 33% since the COVID years. Less than 1% of tennis courts are grass with most grass courts found in the Northeast region. Sports grass managers may not truly appreciate the intensity of traffic (wear) observed along grass court baselines. Previous research has shown that the intensity of traffic along court baselines is 6 times the intensity of elite soccer (Newell and Wood, 2000). The term “pace”' in tennis is the speed that tennis play (and the ball) moves and is determined largely by the vertical height of the bounce off the court. The higher the vertical bounce, the slower the play. Slower play is preferred by players. Pace on grass is notoriously fast. Grass Tennis Research – UMass Amherst In 2016 several studies were initiated at the Troll Turf Research Center (South Deerfield, MA). The two main objectives were (i) wear tolerance or carrying capacity (hours of play) along court baselines and (ii) the factors affecting tennis pace. Eight turfgrass species were compared within each of three single courts (planted as replicates). The eight species-cultivars were shown to have superior wear tolerance. The grasses were planted as pure stands. The Troll Center was open to the public for daily play from 2017 to 2024. Play averaged 125 hours during the tennis season (June 1 to September 1). Grass Court Maintenance The maintenance of grass courts at the Troll Center used a daily mowing schedule at 5/16 inches (clippings collected), rolling 4 to 6 times per week with a 2,200 lb. roller, sprayable fertilizers (spoon-feeding) on a 2 to 3-week schedule to apply 3.15 lb. N per 1,000 ft² per season, and sprayable (preventative) fungicides. Heavy rolling and daily mowing was especially important to promoting consistent (uniform) tennis ball bounce and play. Weekly measurements were scheduled after significant soil drying – irrigation was used sparingly to prevent any visible turfgrass dehydration. Tennis Ball Bounce The rules for measuring vertical ball bounce were established in 1925 (Miller, 2006) and are outlined in Table 2. Higher ball bounce (slower pace) on a tennis surface is due to greater velocity of the ball in the vertical direction. Soft grass absorbs more energy indicated by greater surface deformation – less energy is available for ball bounce in the vertical direction. Ball bounce must be uniform-consistent and representative of ball bounce across the entire court surface. Measurements of Hardness – 0.5-kg Clegg Hardness is measured with the Clegg impact soil tester and has been used on grass courts since the mid-1980s (Holmes and Bell, 1986) and used currently to predict tennis ball bounce (Ebdon et al., 2025). Surface hardness is measured as gravities (g, also referred to as “Gmax” in the literature). The energy of impact using the 0.5-kg Clegg (30 cm drop height) conforms closest to the tennis ball bounce test. The 0.5-kg Clegg and the tennis ball bounce test are highly correlated compared to heavier Clegg devices used in sport grass (2.25-kg Clegg, 45 cm drop height) or devices used in golf (USGA TruFirm, 1.95-kg, 48 cm drop height). These heavier devices are not as effective for tennis (Ebdon et al., 2025). Tennis Ball Bounce (BB) and Clegg Hardness – Courts Under Play Over the course of this 10-year study some 3,200-ball bounce impacts and hardness measurements were taken on various grass court surfaces. The results presented in Table 3 for the different surfaces are comparable because accepted (standard) methods were used. Wimbledon center court (perennial ryegrass courts) for the 2011 Championship were bouncing at 52 inches or 91% of concrete. All of the perennial ryegrass courts at the Troll Center and the Tennis HOF satisfied the minimum standard of 70% concrete. Kentucky bluegrass courts at the Troll Center were bouncing near 70% (69%) of concrete. The fine leaf fescue mixture was among the highest in BB averaging 76% of concrete. This species, however, is the least tolerant of tennis traffic, discussed below. Traditional golf species such as creeping bentgrass-Poa grass courts were bouncing below the 70 to 80% concrete standard. Tennis Ball Bounce – Uniformity Consistent BB across the tennis surface is important for uniform play. Smooth-hard concrete is the most unform and consistent surface. All other surfaces are compared to the BB consistency of smooth concrete. The concrete surface has an average hardness of 865 g compared to Wimbledon hardness of 260 g. Smooth concrete has a BB uniformity of “1.” Wimbledon BB uniformity for the 2011 Championship was measured at “2.1” – twice the variability of concrete. Player perception of BB uniformity (relative to concrete) is interpretated as “an odd bounce.” One consistent trend observed in Table 3 indicates that increasing surface hardness promotes uniform ball bounce and the chances for odd bounces decrease. Therefore, selecting species such as perennial ryegrass affording harder surfaces and higher BB (slower play) have a tendency for more consistent (uniform) play. Many bentgrass courts (or greens) and Poa annua courts that are prone to thatch are the least consistent surfaces with BB uniformity of “7” and higher relative to concrete. Court Hardness to Satisfy Standards – 70 to 80% Concrete Research at the Troll Center indicated 150 to 170 g of surface hardness is needed for tennis balls to bounce to standards – 70% (40 inches) to 80% of concrete (46 inches) (Ebdon et al., 2025). Tennis BB of 80% concrete is not easy to achieve. To that end, surface soil moisture is extremely important, discussed below. For the 2011 Wimbledon Grass Court Championship, 100% of all BB impacts were at 80% of concrete. At the Troll Center and the Tennis HOF approximately 16 to 18% of all impacts satisfied the 80% concrete standard. Following uniform drying of the Wimbledon soil, 24% of all BB impacts exceeded the minimum standard for concrete. Tennis play at Wimbledon is ideal for the Grass Court Championships because of the slow pace and consistent BB. Tennis Ball Bounce – Surface Soil Moisture Soil moisture using TDR (3-inch probes) was measured weekly during the tennis season concurrently with surface hardness and ball bounce. In tennis, the ball bounce test is a surface phenomenon. This is the main reason why the low energy impact of the light weight (0.5-kg) Clegg is more effective in predicting tennis ball bounce than heavier devices (2.25-kg Clegg or 1.95-kg TruFirm) (Ebdon et al., 2025). Similarly, longer TDR (5-inch) rods are not as effective as 3-inch probes – it is the immediate surface moisture that matters in tennis ball bounce. Soil drying will promote harder surfaces but this depends on the soil texture and the mineralogy (clay content) of the soil. Table 5 compares soil drying and surface hardness between the Troll Center and Wimbledon soils. The gains in surface hardness from 38% soil drying are very different between the Troll Center soil (silt loam, 12% clay) and Wimbledon soil (sandy clay loam, 23% clay). At the same soil moisture deficit (38% soil drying), 60% greater surface hardness is observed on Wimbledon soil (77 g increase – Wimbledon vs. 48 g increase – Troll Center). The Troll silt loam increases in hardness only 3.2 g with 1% soil drying compared to 5.5 g with 1% drying for Wimbledon soil. For most soils it is believed that soil drying is more important in providing a hard tennis surface than soil compaction by rolling. Any natural soil drying will promote higher ball bounce. Recent research indicates that soil drying to 40% soil moisture depletion causes minimal turf dehydration with fine textured soils (Bruan et al., 2022). Figure 2 presents 1122 pairs of vertical ball bounces and soil moisture (3-inch TDR) measured on Troll Center perennial ryegrass courts during a 17-week period. Prior to soil drying (week 1), tennis ball bounce was below standards (66% of concrete) while after progressive soil drying (week 17) ball bounce exceeded standards (83% concrete). Species Wear Tolerance – Carrying Capacity Grass cover after tennis play ended is presented in Table 6 along with the carrying capacity (hours of play) to wear baselines to 70% grass cover. Following 2-years of study perennial ryegrass and Kentucky bluegrass exhibited significantly better wear tolerance (≥ 65% grass cover) and greater carrying capacity (≥ 70 hrs. of play to 70% cover) compared to bentgrass and fine fescue species. Traditional golf species (bentgrass) are comparatively less tolerant of tennis traffic compared to improved cultivars of Kentucky bluegrass and perennial ryegrass – providing the cultivars are tolerant of 5/16-inch mowing heights. Of all the species-cultivars tested, the fine fescue mixture was the least tolerant of tennis traffic (24% grass cover) with the lowest carrying capacity (20 hours). Interestingly, the fine fescue mixture used in the tennis study was the same mixture used on the golf greens at the 2015 US Open (Chambers Bay, WA). This is further evidence as to the intensity of the traffic that is often underestimated in tennis. The Court Playability The highest priority should be given to planting wear tolerant grasses adapted to tennis play. Grasses with significantly lower carrying capacity will wear-down faster under the same hours of play. The loss of grass cover during the tennis season has a significant impact on tennis play (pace) and the uniformity (consistency) of ball bounce. Table 7 summarizes approximately 3000 measurements on perennial ryegrass courts at the Troll Center. Perennial ryegrass represents the most wear tolerant species with the highest capacity for surface hardness for satisfying ball bounce standards – ideal for tennis. All areas of the court satisfied ball bounce standards (≥ 70% of concrete). However, the T-area approached 80% concrete with an average surface hardness of 143 g and BB of 45-inch. Surface moisture was 4.4% drier at the T-area (less grass – more exposed soil for surface drying). It is the soil drying at the worn T-area and baselines that promotes an increase in hardness and ball bounce under tennis play – consistent with soil drying presented in Table 5. These worn areas will play different (slower) because of the increase in the vertical height of the bounce compared to the less trafficked service box. The soil-water relations presented in Table 7 are consistent with golf greens and sports grass under heavy play (McClements and Baker, 1994; Straw et al., 2017). What We've Learned Soil drying promotes harder surfaces and the uniformity of ball bounce approaches the uniformity of concrete. At week 1 before soil drying, BB uniformity relative to concrete was “3.7.” At week 17 following soil drying, BB uniformity across all three courts was “2.6” – approaching the BB uniformity of hard courts. The measured results reported here are consistent with player perceptions. As eight-time Wimbledon Grass Court Champion, Roger Federer, lamented: “This new, fresh grass, we're not quite used to it…as you go deeper in the tournament, the grass court becomes more clay-courty, hard-courty with a bit of grass on it…the ball bounces a bit higher” How fast (low bounce) or slow (high bounce) or consistent (uniform) a grass court plays is dependent on the tolerance of the species-cultivar to traffic and to the properties of the underlying soil and its plant-soil-water relationships. References Braun, R. C., Bremer, D. J., Ebdon, J. S., Fry, J. D., & Patton, A. J. (2022). Review of cool-season turfgrass water use and requirements: I. Evapotranspiration and responses to deficit irrigation. Crop Science, 62, 1661–1684. https://doi.org/10.1002/csc2.20791 Ebdon, J. S., Lu, J., and DaCosta, M. (2025). Comparison of Clegg and TruFirm surface hardness for predicting tennis ball bounce standards on grass courts under match play. Crop Science, 65, e70109. https://doi.org/10.1002/csc2.70109 Ebdon J.S., James I., DaCosta M., and Lu J. (2020). Interspecific comparisons of C3 turfgrass for tennis use: I. Wear tolerance and carrying capacity under actual match play. CropScience. 2021;61:750–762. https://doi.org/10.1002/csc2.20270 Holmes, G., and Bell, M. J. (1986). Playing surface hardness and tennis ball rebound resilience. Journal of the Sports Turf Research Institute, 62, 207–210. ITF. (2019). Approved tennis balls, classified surfaces, and recognized courts: A guide to products and test methods. International Tennis Federation. https://www.itftennis.com/media/2016/2019-itf-technical-booklet.pdf McClements, I., and S. W. Baker. (1994). The playing quality of natural turf hockey pitches. J. Sports Turf Res. Inst. 70:p. 13-28. Miller, S. (2006). Modern tennis rackets, balls, and surfaces. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 40, 401–405. https://doi.org/10.1136/ bjsm.2005.023283 Medicine, 40, 401–405. https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsm.2005.023283 Newell, A. J., and Wood, A. D. (2000). Selection of grass species, cultivars and mixtures for lawn tennis. Journal of Turfgrass Science, 76,53–65. Straw, C. M., Bowling, W. J., and Henry, G. M. (2017). Rainfall versus irrigation influences penetration resistance and surface hardness on a recreational sports field. Int. Turfgrass Soc. Res. J. 13: p. 1-5. You have been listening to The Turf Zone Podcast. Follow The Turf Zone on X, Facebook and LinkedIn for all things turfgrass, featuring podcasts, magazines, events and more. The post Anyone for Tennis – Research? appeared first on The Turf Zone.

On this week's show we have plenty of guests from Irish Seed Trade Association president Fred Lynch and Seedtech's Tim O'Donovan to Andrew Ward of Wardy's Waffle.We talk about the Straw Incorporation Measure, budget submissions, harvest preparations and much more. You can listen to the podcast here. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if readiness is a myth?Salt & Straw CEO and Co-Founder Kim Malek joins Lucy Reynolds to discuss the moment she finally stopped waiting for certainty and started building the life she actually wanted.From corporate America to entrepreneurship, motherhood, leadership, and health, Kim shares the lessons she's learned about self-trust, speaking hard truths, asking for help, and creating a life that reflects your values instead of other people's expectations.If you've ever felt stuck between what you should do and what you truly want, this conversation is for you.More about Kim: Kim Malek is the CEO and Co-Founder of Salt & Straw. Malek built the company from the ground up, from a humble ice cream cart into a fast-growing, family-run company with 25 locations in just ten years. Under Malek's leadership, Salt & Straw has become known for doing things the hard way - the right way. Salt & Straw takes an unparalleled approach to ice cream making and over the years has created a legendary culture of hospitality, for both customers and employees. Stay connected:Connect with Kim Check out The Murmuration CollectiveInterested in 1:1 Coaching with LucyConnect with us on Instagram & LinkedInSubscribe to our monthly newsletterBeyond Should is creatively supported by a team of dynamic women: Host and Founder of TMC : Lucy Reynolds Executive Producer: Lauren LoGrassoProducer: Daniela Silva  Marketing Manager: Esti MacInnes

God is Good ALL the Time

The collapse of the indictment of six people who in the fall of 2025 were protesting the Trump administration's “Operation Midway Blitz” immigration crackdown created problem after problem for the feds—and in particular for the U.S. attorney's office in Chicago.As you're about to hear, that case might've gone quite differently if not for a fateful connection between two dads who met on the fields of Oak Park Youth Baseball: One of the defendants, Oak Park Village Trustee Brian Straw, and the man who would become his lawyer, Chris Parente.In a Wednesday Journal / Chicago Public Square podcast, recorded at Oak Park's historic 19th Century Club, Straw and Parente explain how it went down, what it means for the nation … and what a movie about the case should look like.Hear them in conversation June 25, 2026—after an introduction from Journal founder Dan Haley.Listen here, or hear this and other Square podcasts on Spotify, Pandora, YouTube, Amazon's Alexa-powered speakers or Apple Podcasts.If you prefer watching to just listening, here's video of the session (link corrected), produced by John Roberts and Edward Pitts of Absolute Streaming.And you can read all about the discussion here.■ Enjoying these podcasts? Reader support makes them possible.■ And consider subscribing—free—to the daily Square email newsletter._____Photos, left to right: Meyerson, Straw, Parente.Photographer: Todd Bannor.

Pastor Alan R. Knapp discusses the topic of "“What Does Straw Have in Common with Grain?” AND “Aqedah - Part One: ‘H2020 IN OVERDRIVE' ”" in his series entitled "Short Sermons : Special Editions" This is Short Sermon (Special Editions) 3 and it focuses on the following verses: Genesis 1:26; Isaiah 7:14; Jeremiah 23:21-23, 28; John 1:18; 3:16-18; Acts 13:26; 20:32; Romans 5:15-18; 1 Corinthians 1:30, 2:2, 3:12-15, 15:49; 2 Corinthians 4:4, 13, 5:14, 19, 21, 8:9; Galatians 1:6-9; Ephesians 1:13, 4:15; Hebrews 5:7, 11:17-19; 1 Timothy 4:6; 2 Timothy 2:15; 1 John 4:9

Hello and welcome to Crofting Matters, hosted by Osla Jamwal Fraser where we discuss topics that matter in crofting.Over the next few episodes, we will be bringing you Crofting Matters from Shetland. Today we are joined by two fascinating guests! Eve Eunson who was born and raised on her family's Croft in Fair Isle and who is now a designer and maker of Fair Isle Straw-backed chairs. We're also joined by Ewen Balfour who is a crofter, quantity surveyor and also a master craftsman in Shetland basket making. We're going to hear from them about work that they are part of to preserve Shetland's endangered straw crafts and one of our ancient landraces – Shetland black oats – referred to locally as ‘aets'.If you enjoyed this episode of Crofting Matters please do subscribe to hear the next episode when we'll be joined by crofters who work in aquaculture in Shetland to discuss the connections between crofting, fisheries and aquaculture in our Island communities. If you would like to find out more about anything we discussed today, you'll find links in the show notes. This episode was produced by Kerry Hammond, and Edited by Keiron Sim, in association with the Scottish Government.Resources:Eve Eunson Heritage CraftsEwen Balfour - The Kishie Maker's Year | Woven CommunitiesSASA (Science & Advice for Scottish Agriculture) | Small Oat/Shetland Oat & Common OatThe Red List - Heritage Crafts |Shop — Lois Walpole - Kishie's and Cuddies BookContact the Shetland Straw Society : shetlandstrawsociety@gmail.comFor more information, visit www.FAS.scotTwitter: @FASScotFacebook: @FASScotNational Advice HubPhone: 0300 323 0161Email: advice@fas.scot

Hello and welcome to Crofting Matters, hosted by Osla Jamwal Fraser where we discuss topics that matter in crofting.Over the next few episodes, we will be bringing you Crofting Matters from Shetland. Today we are joined by two fascinating guests! Eve Eunson who was born and raised on her family's Croft in Fair Isle and who is now a designer and maker of Fair Isle Straw-backed chairs. We're also joined by Ewen Balfour who is a crofter, quantity surveyor and also a master craftsman in Shetland basket making. We're going to hear from them about work that they are part of to preserve Shetland's endangered straw crafts and one of our ancient landraces – Shetland black oats – referred to locally as ‘aets'.If you enjoyed this episode of Crofting Matters please do subscribe to hear the next episode when we'll be joined by crofters who work in aquaculture in Shetland to discuss the connections between crofting, fisheries and aquaculture in our Island communities. If you would like to find out more about anything we discussed today, you'll find links in the show notes. This episode was produced by Kerry Hammond, and Edited by Keiron Sim, in association with the Scottish Government.Resources:Eve Eunson Heritage CraftsEwen Balfour - The Kishie Maker's Year | Woven CommunitiesSASA (Science & Advice for Scottish Agriculture) | Small Oat/Shetland Oat & Common OatThe Red List - Heritage Crafts |Shop — Lois Walpole - Kishie's and Cuddies BookContact the Shetland Straw Society : shetlandstrawsociety@gmail.comFor more information, visit www.FAS.scotTwitter: @FASScotFacebook: @FASScotNational Advice HubPhone: 0300 323 0161Email: advice@fas.scot

Send us Fan MailBen is driving his car and got inspired to talk about gas density and how this is overlooked by many. The inspiration came from listening to an episode of The Great Dive Podcast, TGDP: https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/the-great-dive-podcast/id1224724509?i=1000771332334Hope you enjoy Also check out our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/UnifiedTeamDiving

TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ SERVES: Haley StrawTitleAmish Stories & Hidden Journeys: Finding Courage on the Backroads of Life TaglineSometimes the roads we never planned to travel become the ones that transform us most. DescriptionOn June 9th at 3 PM EST, Teatime with Miss Liz welcomes Haley Straw — author, homeschooling mother of six, and former Amish taxi driver whose unexpected journey opened the door to a world few people ever truly see. What began as a fearful decision to drive Amish families to weddings, funerals, hospitals, and emergencies became a life-changing experience rooted in faith, resilience, simplicity, and human connection. Through years spent travelling, laughter, courage, and the beauty found in ordinary moments. Her storytelling reflects the deeper truths that emerge when life pushes us beyond our comfort zones and into unexpected growth. This Teatime explores transformation, authenticity, faith, courage, community, and the unseen ways life reshapes us through everyday experiences. Opening:Welcome, remind us how deeply connected humanity truly is. Today's guest brings us into a world many people are curious about, but few truly experience firsthand. Haley Straw's journey began with uncertainty and fear, but one unexpected opportunity completely changed the direction of her life. Driving Amish families through moments of celebration, hardship, loss, and everyday life became more than a job — it became a journey of understanding, growth, and discovery of the beauty hidden in ordinary moments. Her story reminds us that courage is not always loud. Sometimes courage quietly shows up on one road, one conversation, and one choice at a time. Haley, welcome to Teatime with Miss Liz. Closing: Tonight's conversation reminds us that transformation often happens slowly and quietly. Haley Straw's journey through Amish country shows us the beauty of simplicity, the power of human connection, and the courage it takes to cross unseen boundaries in life. Sometimes we believe growth comes through grand moments, but often it's found on ordinary roads, in unexpected conversations, and in the willingness to keep moving forward even when we are afraid. As we leave today's Teatime, may we all reflect on this: What unseen journey in your own life may actually be shaping you into who you are meant to become? Haley Straw is an author, former Amish taxi driver, and homeschooling mother of six whose life was transformed through years spent driving Amish families throughout rural Missouri. Through storytelling rooted in faith, resilience, and authenticity, she shares powerful reflections on courage, community, simplicity, and the quiet transformation found in everyday life. Favourite ColourPeacock Blue: One Word That Describes HerAuthentic Her T-E-ETransformationAuthenticityFaith Three Phrases That Share Her StoryCrossing unseen boundariesCourage was learned the hard wayFinding common ground in Social MediaFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/HaleyStraw6 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/amishtaxiauthor/ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@amishtaxiauthor YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@amishtaxidriver Website:https://www.haleystraw.com/#TeatimeWithMissLiz#AmishStories#AuthenticJourneys#RealLifeTEA#MakingADifferenceOneCupAtATime

“The Puerto Rico Song” might be the song of the summer… but it's from $5B AI startup, Suno.Salt & Straw is on sale for $200M… after inventing more ice cream flavors than anyone.We have it all wrong - AI isn't taking jobs from young college grads... It's actually work from home. Plus, it's SpaceX IPO week, so we found a wild stat… What % of Elon's promises come true?$SPCX $SBUX $SPOTGrab your Tickets to the IPO Tour: Our In-Person OfferingSan Francisco 9/23: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C0064AFB5F688BDBoston 10/14: https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/tboy-the-ipo-tour-in-person-offering-8cdhupSeattle 11/4 (21+): https://www.axs.com/events/1446394/the-best-one-yet-ticketsNEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter OUR 2ND SHOW:Want more business storytelling from us? Check our weekly deepdive show, The Best Idea Yet: The untold origin story of the products you're obsessed with. Listen for free to The Best Idea Yet: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/NEW LISTENERSFill out our 2 minute survey: https://qualtricsxm88y5r986q.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dp1FDYiJgt6lHy6GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Linkedin (Nick): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/Linkedin (Jack): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ About Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, The Best One Yet is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the latest edition of Jays Talk: Field Access, Blue Jays radio play-by-play voice Ben Shulman chats with outfielder Myles Straw (1:59), starter Trey Yesavage (8:34), and reliever Tommy Nance (13:21). Afterwards, with the Pirates recently in town, Ben also speaks to former Blue Jays infielder Spencer Horwitz (29:47).   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Clutching at Straws es el cuarto álbum de estudio de la banda inglesa de rock progresivo Marillion, publicado en 1987. Es el último álbum que grabó el vocalista Fish con la banda, ya que la dejó poco después de su finalización. No fue tan comercialmente exitoso como Misplaced Childhood, aunque tuvo tres simples que llegaron al Top 40 en el Reino Unido: "Incommunicado", "Sugar Mice" and "Warm Wet Circles".Está considerado como una de las mejores obras de la banda.

In this episode of the world's wackiest news… Find out why people in China are arguing over one of their favourite foods – dumplings – yes, we're talking about the dim sum debate. Staying in Asia, we have a report on the futuristic cafés in South Korea where food and drink are only half the attraction. And how would you like a piece of Parisian history? Well, a chunk of France's Eiffel Tower is being auctioned, or sold, off. Find out which bit and for how much. And just to make you feel warm and fuzzy about the world – we have two Kindness Corner stories – one featuring some heroic school kids in the US and a runaway bus. Finally, a silly and pretty gross prank that lands a French teenager in serious trouble in Singapore – you gotta listen to the end to find out why this is THE LAST STRAW!

Today on the radio show. 1 - Smoko. Origin game 1. 5 - haircut break-in. 8 - Fisher's wildlife. 13 - Stone skimming message. 17 - Yeah, nah, just got on it aye. 21 - Blokes be named... Vol 2. 23 - Mindbenders. How many holes does a straw have? 28 - Targeted internet ads. 33 - NFR War story. 37 - Dan Hooker’s Medicinal Marijuana. 39 - Late mail. 43 - Last drinks.

Laos officials believe the 7 villagers trapped in a cave while searching for gold are still alive, as day 7 of rescue operations continue despite torrential rain in the area. This week, members of the same team that rescued the 12 members of a soccer team and their coach back in 2018 arrived to assist in the efforts. Rescuers describe the thousand foot tunnel they are trying to access as less than 2 feet wide in some areas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laos officials believe the 7 villagers trapped in a cave while searching for gold are still alive, as day 7 of rescue operations continue despite torrential rain in the area. This week, members of the same team that rescued the 12 members of a soccer team and their coach back in 2018 arrived to assist in the efforts. Rescuers describe the thousand foot tunnel they are trying to access as less than 2 feet wide in some areas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laos officials believe the 7 villagers trapped in a cave while searching for gold are still alive, as day 7 of rescue operations continue despite torrential rain in the area. This week, members of the same team that rescued the 12 members of a soccer team and their coach back in 2018 arrived to assist in the efforts. Rescuers describe the thousand foot tunnel they are trying to access as less than 2 feet wide in some areas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laos officials believe the 7 villagers trapped in a cave while searching for gold are still alive, as day 7 of rescue operations continue despite torrential rain in the area. This week, members of the same team that rescued the 12 members of a soccer team and their coach back in 2018 arrived to assist in the efforts. Rescuers describe the thousand foot tunnel they are trying to access as less than 2 feet wide in some areas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mulch is one of the highest-return investments you can make in your vegetable garden and yet most gardeners are using whatever happens to be available rather than whatever would actually work best for their situation. In this episode, we dig into the full lineup of organic mulches—straw, shredded leaves, wood chips, pine needles, grass clippings, and compost—as well as a shorter look at inorganic options like landscape fabric and black plastic. For each type, you'll learn how well it suppresses annual, perennial, and invasive weeds, how it handles moisture retention and heavy rainfall, how to apply it correctly, and what drawbacks to watch for in terms of pests, availability, and cost. The bottom line: any mulch is better than bare soil. But the right mulch for your garden depends on your weed pressure, your climate, your crops, and your situation—and by the end of this episode, you'll know exactly how to make that call. Let's dig in! Mulch Quick Reference Best for annual weed suppression: Straw, wood chips, black plastic Best for moisture retention: Wood chips, straw, compost Best for slopes and heavy rain areas: Pine needles, wood chips Best for soil building: Compost, shredded leaves Best free options: Shredded leaves, grass clippings (herbicide-free), arborist chips Best for soil warming: Black plastic Avoid in vegetable gardens long-term: Landscape fabric References: Warnall School of Forestry and Natural Resources - Black Walnut Allelopathy: Tree Chemical Warfare: openscholar.uga.edu/record/22964/files/Walnut Allelopathy 11-10.pdf Horticultural Sciences Department, University of Florida, Gainesville - Evaluation of Allelopathic Potential of Wood Chips for Weed Suppression in Horticultural Production Systems: ashs.org/hort/hort/published/rest/pdf-watermark/v1/journals/hortsci/40/3/article-p711.pdf/watermark-pdf/ University of Minnesota Extension — Mulching in the Home Garden: extension.umn.edu Penn State Extension — Mulches for the Home Landscape: extension.psu.edu NC State Extension Gardener Handbook — Mulching chapter: content.ces.ncsu.edu University of Illinois Extension — Wood Chip Mulch: Landscape Boon or Bane: extension.illinois.edu Cornell Cooperative Extension — Grass Clippings as Mulch: gardening.cornell.edu University of Tennessee Extension — Using Leaves as Mulch and Compost: extension.tennessee.edu Iowa State University Extension — Plastic Mulch in the Vegetable Garden: yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu Michigan State University Extension — Landscape Fabric: Is It Really Worth It: canr.msu.edu ChipDrop (free arborist chips): getchipdrop.com Resources: Just Grow Something: https://justgrowsomething.com Gardening Courses: https://justgrowsomething.com/courses Just Grow Something Merch and Downloads: https://justgrowsomething.com/shop Just Grow Something Gardening Friends Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18YgHveF5P/ Check out how you can become a patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/JustGrowSomething Feed my coffee habit: https://buymeacoffee.com/justgrowsomething Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/justgrowsomething Get 10% off and FREE shipping on my favorite raised planters at Planter Box Direct using code JUSTGROW10: https://planterboxdirect.com/?ref=593 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the closing of the oldest continuously operating Red Lobster, wonder how a Philly bagel show has had two explosions this year, and dive into the science of whether grapefruit prolongs a caffeine buzz. For this week's Taste Test, they try Taco Bell and Salt & Straw's Choco Taco successor, the Tacolate. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News call.Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show.Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more!Hosts: Juliet Litman and David JacobyProducer: Mike WargonMusical Elements: Devon RenaldoShop for Activia near you at www.activia.us.comFind your season at ExperienceGR.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your ears are in for a treat -- this week they'll be graced by the velveteen voice of Hrishikesh Hirway! Hrishikesh is a prolific podcaster & he hosts and produces many, including my favorite food podcast of all time, Home Cooking, co-hosted by past Your Last Meal guest, Samin Nosrat, and the excellent music podcast, Song Exploder, that was turned into a Netflix show. He's also a musician and his new album is out now!Hrishikesh tells host Rachel Belle:  How his lifelong cookie obsession began About his mom's mango pie, which has been featured in the New York Times and turned into a Salt & Straw ice cream flavor Why he started drinking coffee, for the first time, in his mid-40s Then we're joined by Jim Henson Company "puppet wrangler" Lara MacLean, who took it upon herself to start baking the cookies that Cookie Monster demolishes on Sesame Street, because she wasn't happy with the last iteration!  Become a Cascade PBS member and support public media!    Watch Rachel's Cascade PBS TV show The Nosh with Rachel Belle.  Sign up for Rachel's (free!) biweekly Cascade PBS newsletter for more food musings.  Follow along on Instagram.  Order Rachel's cookbook Open Sesame. 

Send us Fan MailWhy are chronic illness rates continuing to rise despite advancements in medicine and technology?In this episode of the Never Been Sicker podcast, Michael Rubino sits down with Dr. Phil Straw to discuss the growing disconnect between symptom management and true root-cause healing.Dr. Straw also shares how neuropathy can impact everything from balance and sleep to bladder control and overall quality of life — and why addressing the root cause matters more than masking symptoms.If you've been struggling with unexplained symptoms, chronic inflammation, fatigue, tingling, balance issues, or simply feel like something is being overlooked, this conversation is for you.Timestamps00:00 — Why America Has “Never Been Sicker”02:20 — The “Pill for Every Ill” Problem04:00 — Mold Exposure & Autoimmune Conditions06:00 — Why Band-Aid Solutions Aren't Working08:20 — The Body's Ability to Heal10:00 — How Mold Exposure Became Part of the Conversation13:00 — Anxiety, Depression & Environmental Triggers16:00 — Why Modern Healthcare Isn't Working18:30 — Energy Efficiency vs Human Health21:20 — What Neuropathy Actually Is26:00 — Why Patient Education Matters29:00 — Insurance Companies & Broken Healthcare33:00 — Why Root Cause Medicine Requires Mindset Shifts35:30 — The Biggest Root Causes Behind Chronic Illness37:00 — “Your Genes Are Not Your Destiny”39:00 — The Ozempic Conversation40:45 — Final Thoughts & Takeaways-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Maryland GOP delegates Mark Fisher and Biran Chisholm call Chinese American and Democratic state delegate Chao Wu a Chinese spy. Maryland puts Ozempic under upper payment limits for state and local entities. Montgomery County Council took emotional straw votes last week on next year's capital and operating budgets. Maryland Public Service Commission steps back from its plan to curb excessive investment in gas delivery infrastructure by utility companies. A former Montgomery County employee in the Office of Human Resources alleges discrimination and denial of disability accommodations in that office. And more. Music by Silver Spring rock musician MYSTR Treefrog.

What started with fun & games ended with tears, injury, and...a real mess.You think your family dinners are out of control? You're not alone.Support the showThank you for listening, and a very special thank you to our community of supporters!Visit us online at thiswholelifepodcast.com, and send us an email with your thoughts, questions, or ideas.Follow us on Instagram & FacebookInterested in more faith-filled mental health resources? Check out the Martin Center for IntegrationMusic: "You're Not Alone" by Marie Miller. Used with permission.

On this episode of Nailing the Apex Adam Wylde and Tim Hauraney are joined by ViaPlay's Nelson Valkenburg and TheRacer's Ed Straw to discuss 00:00 The rumours surrounding Oscar Piastri 15:04 The future of Williams 28:11 THE CANADIAN GRAND PRIX IS NEXT SUNDAY! Follow Nailing the Apex on TikTok, Instagram and Youtube! Instagram - @nailingtheapex TikTok - @nailingtheapex Youtube - @NTAPod Follow Tim Hauraney on Twitter / X: @TimHauraney Follow Adam Wylde on Twitter / X: @AdamWylde Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Follow us on Twitter (X): @sdpnsports Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries, email: info@sdpn.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is nothing like fresh food from your own garden! Mark Dwyer is back talk about growing veggies in containers adding ornamental edibles to your landscape. Then Joel Karsten is with us to help you with straw bale gardening.

On this episode of Nailing the Apex Adam Wylde and Tim Hauraney are joined by VIAPlay's Nelson Valkenburg and TheRacer's Ed Straw to discuss 00:00 Looking back at Miami 05:00 Driver sentiment on the regulations 12:35 Max Verstappen's influence and future Follow Nailing the Apex on TikTok, Instagram and Youtube! Instagram - @nailingtheapex TikTok - @nailingtheapex Youtube - @NTAPod Follow Tim Hauraney on Twitter / X: @TimHauraney Follow Adam Wylde on Twitter / X: @AdamWylde Visit https://sdpn.ca for merch and more. Follow us on Twitter (X): @sdpnsports Follow us on Instagram: @sdpnsports For general inquiries, email: info@sdpn.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ana's got the best in TV, music, books, and movies thanks to her group chat blowing up each week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Passive House Podcast, Matthew Cutler - Welsh interviews Elizabeth and Everett Norris from their newly completed Christchurch home. They describe their Port Hills site on Huntsbury Hill, bought after the 2011 Canterbury earthquakes, and discuss the area's microclimate and west–northwest-oriented design. They share challenges including long build times, working largely solo, living on site after a robbery,  and more. They detail the key lessons on early builder input, avoiding rushed window orders, daylight implications of eaves, and airtightness detailing.https://www.designmake.co.nz/people.htmlhttps://www.everhomes.co.nz/blank-1About their amazing straw bale Passive House in Christchurch: https://sustainableengineering.co.nz/casestudy/norris-strawbale-passive-house/

A French teen is in big trouble in Singapore for licking a vending machine straw and putting it back. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.

Pastor Christian continues the series on Moses' life in the Holy Ground series. Our scripture reference is Exodus 5:1-23.We hope you were blessed by this message! Visit our website for more information about Grove City Vineyard.

What type of person are you when it comes to drinking out of a cup? Do you drink straight from the cup? Or are you using a straw? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What type of person are you when it comes to drinking out of a cup? Do you drink straight from the cup? Or are you using a straw?

On this Sunday, Dr. Jay Dudley taught from 1 Peter 2:24 and showing that an intended result of Christ bearing our sin is that we die to it and live to righteousness. The word translated "die" here is a euphemism meaning "absent" or "missing." This suggests that we can increasingly die to sin-- by thinking and acting absent, missing, not available to it. The sermon explores this and three other biblically grounded pictures of spiritual practices that strengthen resolve and resistance to temptation and sin.

Amy Phillips and Emily Dorezas react strongly to the escalating Rhode Island chaos, calling out how brazen it feels for married couples to air cheating allegations on camera, especially with photos of Rulla's husband Brian and a “white paper mistress” posted online. They feel Brian comes off as a smug drink-stirrer who deflects blame while Rulla seems determined to accept any explanation to avoid another divorce. They're fascinated and confused by Liz and Gerry's seemingly permissive setup with Dino, the seawall outing, and Liz's threat to Kelsey (“you've got more to hide than I do”), speculating about tangled past hookups. They praise Kelsey for owning her unconventional lifestyle, question Alicia's fiancé and prenup situation, and enjoy the show's grounded, “real job” stakes like HR involvement, plus relatable family/housework moments.BLISSY Wake up with clearer skin, smoother hair, and cooler sleep. Use code DRAMA for an extra 30% off at blissy.com/DRAMA BORN SHOES Go to https://www.bornshoes.com/  today for a 15% discount plus free ground shipping on all full-price shoes when you use my promo code DRAMA for 15% off and free shipping available exclusively to our listeners for just a limited timeONE SKIN Get 15% off OneSkin, go to: https://www.oneskin.co/ Code: DRAMA HONEYLOVE Get 20% OFF Honeylove by going to https://www.honeylove.com/DRAMAFor more Drama, Darling, and exclusive content, subscribe to: http://Patreon.com/dramadarling (http://patreon.com/dramadarling) Follow Drama, Darling on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramadarlingshow/   Email Drama, Darling with YOUR comments, questions and drama:  DramaDarlingz@gmail.com Follow Amy Phillips on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramadarlingshow/   MERCH Drama Darling Shop https://drama-darling-shop.printify.me/

Matt Risinger sits down with Jacob Racusin of New Frameworks to unpack how straw-based construction fits into modern high-performance building. Racusin reframes “straw bale” as a panelized wall system using straw and wood fiber as insulation within airtight assemblies, emphasizing durability, moisture management, and prefabrication. The conversation moves from the history of straw construction to its evolution into factory-built panels that meet passive house–level performance. They discuss cost, scalability, and shifting from custom design-build to standardized housing solutions, positioning bio-based materials as part of a broader strategy for energy efficiency, resilience, and streamlined construction.  A big thank you to episode sponsor Huber Engineered Woods for supporting the Build Show podcast.  Learn more at: https://www.huberwood.com Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network. https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetworkhttps://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

When Eddie Ndopu was two years old, his mother was told he wouldn't likely live past five.  Now in his early thirties, Eddie is an internationally-known and Oxford-educated advocate for the rights of the disabled.  In this interview, he shares how his optimistic single mother instilled in Eddie a love of learning and encouraged him to pursue a "life of the mind."  Today, Eddie is world-renowned and was hand-selected by the UN Secretary General to be one of 17 people selected as an SDG Advocate.  Reflecting on his new memoir, Eddie describes how he wrote his book, typing with his "one good finger on an iPhone," and why he hopes this book will inspire others to be more understanding and supportive of people living with disabilities.    Chapters: 00:00 Introducing Eddie Ndopu  This chapter introduces Eddie Ndopu, author of 'Sipping Dom Perignon Through a Straw.' Diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy at two, doctors predicted he wouldn't live past five, yet he's become an internationally acclaimed humanitarian and UN advocate, defying all odds.  03:29 Aspiration Beyond Accessibility  Eddie explains his book's provocative title, 'Sipping Dom Perignon Through a Straw,' as a metaphor for aspirations often denied to people with disabilities. He shares his incredible journey of surpassing a five-year life expectancy and attributes his resilience to his mother's unwavering support and the gift of education, which opened countless opportunities.  07:49 His Mother's Unyielding Dream  Eddie reflects on his mother's resilience and optimism, particularly during an emotional encounter with President Obama. He recounts her profound understanding that systemic injustice, like apartheid, robs people of their ability to dream, a lesson that fueled her determination for Eddie to have a life of limitless possibility.  13:12 Advocacy for Inclusive Education  Eddie discusses the shocking statistic that 90% of children with disabilities never see the inside of a classroom.   17:38 The African Leadership Academy  Eddie recounts a pivotal moment when he learned about the African Leadership Academy, seeing it as a crucial opportunity despite initial rejection. His defiance and a persuasive letter ultimately secured his admission, highlighting his remarkable drive even at 16.  22:24 The Embodied Oxford Experience Eddie delves into the challenging and deeply personal experience of writing his memoir with one finger, detailing the physical and emotional toll of navigating Oxford as a profoundly disabled student.   29:50 Defying the Post-Fairytale Challenges  Eddie describes Oxford as 'the day after the fairytale,' a period of relentless challenges despite achieving a dream. He explains that his memoir is an 'anti-grit' narrative, highlighting the exhaustion of constant struggle and the unfairness of society expecting individuals to always be strong, rather than institutions meeting them halfway.  35:09 Global Humanitarian Work and Future  Eddie details his post-Oxford career, serving as the youngest board member of the UN Foundation and an SDG advocate for the UN Secretary-General. He describes his work as pushing the boundaries of representation and using storytelling to envision a world where every person lives with dignity, with aspirations to pivot into film and television to further this mission.  40:20 Disability as an Offering to Humanity  Eddie shares his extraordinary goal of becoming the first wheelchair-bound person in outer space, symbolizing possibility for all humanity. He reflects on his quote, 'imperfection is more intrinsic to us all than perfection is,' viewing disability as an offering that teaches new ways of being and ultimately leads to a profound sense of liberation and freedom when embraced. 

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