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Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey unpack a whirlwind week of Disney and Universal discoveries, from a chaotic Lorcana release to a little-known Walt Disney World store hidden inside an Orlando parking garage. Lauren shares highlights from her latest theme park merchandise haul, including deeply discounted Universal gear and retro-inspired Contemporary Resort merchandise. Then Jim digs into the surprisingly smelly construction history connecting Seven Seas Lagoon, EPCOT, Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, and Walt Disney World's original hotels. NEWS • A limited-edition Disney Lorcana release creates massive crowds at Disney Springs and forces the cancellation of a London event. • Jim and Lauren consider whether artificial scarcity and reseller demand are helping fuel Lorcana's popularity. • Lauren discovers an official Walt Disney World merchandise and ticket location hidden inside an International Drive parking garage. • Universal Orlando's Brown Derby shop offers select current merchandise at discounts of up to 70 percent. • The Contemporary Resort leans into vintage Disney style with monorail merchandise, classic photography, and deep-cut references. FEATURE • The excavation of Seven Seas Lagoon required moving millions of cubic yards of ancient organic material. • EPCOT guests encountered an unforgettable odor when construction crews disturbed old World Showcase Lagoon debris during development of Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort. • Jim explains how Walt Disney World's original hotels were designed to extend the storytelling beyond the Magic Kingdom. • Early resort concepts included Persian, Thai, Dutch, Cape Cod, and South Seas destinations positioned around Bay Lake. HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter and Instagram: @JimHillMedia - jimhillmedia.com • Lauren Hersey - X/Twitter: @laurenhersey2 - Instagram: @lauren_hersey_ FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR Save up to 12 percent on Disney and Universal theme park tickets through UnlockedMagic.com, powered by the trusted team behind the DVC Rental Store. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In the headlines today, a bus overturns in Surin injuring 57 passengers including students, then in Bangkok Police raid a secret club hidden behind a gaming shop front, in Hong Kong, two Thailand origin travelers were arrested with 21 kgs of cannabis in their luggage, in some tragic news, a house fire claims the lives of an elderly couple and 73 cats in their care, also, termiste destroy more than one million baht stored in a safe, and finally a Thai-foreign couple has been accused of leaving a nearly 200,000 baht wedding bill unpaid.

Musicians recount the strange and unexpected story behind the making of your favorite albums. Al Green worked the touring circuit for years before developing his signature intimate vocal style and becoming a soul superstar. Then came the hot grits incident. Tom and Rob welcome a special guest to discuss restrained production, a crack rhythm section, and the gospel / soul crossover potential. Join the comment thread NOW available on our free Patreon to continue the conversation about this episode and get early access to the weekly show 100% ad free, plus 60+ bonus shows like Song Battle and Guilty Pleasureshttps://www.patreon.com/1001AlbumComplaintsJoin our Mailing List here: https://linktr.ee/1001albumcomplaintsEmail us your complaints (or questions / comments) at 1001AlbumComplaints@gmail.comListen to our episode companion playlist (compilation of the songs we referenced on this episode) here:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7cMhATkF9Wl28a3EIlI4In?si=2279a5a350dd4564Listen to Let's Stay Together here:https://open.spotify.com/album/58eMx3QrTkiRmGGbSz2XL0?si=gl7SAJGNTMyqMAe1M6UeGwAnd our international playlists continue to grow:Thai, German, Sweden 1, 2, & 3, Italian, Australian, Belgium 1 & 2Intro music: When the Walls Fell by The Beverly CrushersOutro music: After the Afterlife by MEGAFollow our Spotify Playlist of music produced directly by us. Listen and complain at homeFollow us on instagram @thechopunlimited AND @1001AlbumComplaintsWe have 1001 Merch! Support us by buying some.US Merch StoreNext week's album: Cat Stevens - Tea for the TillermanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Book Spoiler free review Please do not leave comments with book spoilers, we will do a separate episode reviewing the Air Novel.In this episode of the podcast, we're reviewing Episodes 6 through 8 of The Air, the third installment of the 4 Elements mega series starring Sarocha Chankimha and Rebecca Patricia Armstrong as Lom and Princess Blew. These episodes deliver everything we wanted from a FreenBecky romance: heartfelt confessions, impossible choices, family drama, political intrigue, and one of the sweetest reunions in the 4 Elements series.If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This episode along with all our other episodes are now available on YouTube: Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠As always, please feel free to reach out to us on all the things. We love hearing from you!Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@biggayenergypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter(X)      ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠biggayenergypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok      ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Biggayenergypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tumblr      ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠biggayenergypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#TheAir #4Elements #FreenBecky

A 17-year-old disappeared in Thailand after meeting an Australian man. Less than a day later her body was found inside a suitcase abandoned near railway tracks. In this episode Tim and Xanthe examine the evidence authorities allege they have against Australian man Simon Peter Carman, and how they say they tracked him through an extensive network of CCTV. Carman denies intentionally killing the teenager - Thanchanok Donhomla - claiming he acted in self-defence, and could face the death penalty if convicted under Thai law. You can read the Sydney Morning Herald article about Thanchanok Donhomla and her family, mentioned in this episode HERE Watch the full video episode on Youtube at Crime Central Australia HERE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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กลุ่มแม่ชาวไทยในนครเมลเบิร์นแบ่งปันประสบการณ์การเลี้ยงลูกในต่างแดน โดยระบุว่า แม้ออสเตรเลียจะมีระบบสาธารณสุขและบริการสำหรับครอบครัวที่ช่วยดูแลแม่และเด็กได้เป็นอย่างดี แต่การมีเครือข่ายทางสังคมของผู้คนที่มีภาษาและวัฒนธรรมเดียวกันยังมีบทบาทสำคัญในการแลกเปลี่ยนประสบการณ์และสนับสนุนกันในชีวิตประจำวัน

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports relatives and friends of Thai fire victims collect bodies in Bangkok as the death toll climbs to 32.

In the headlines today, a hotel blaze in Chiang Mai sees guests fleeing for safety, then, a random Thai man presenting himself as a government official spreads misleading information about the deadly nightclub fire in Bangkok, also, a karaoke venue has returned 150,000 baht after a billing dispute in what appears to be an increasingly common scam, in visa news Thailand is reinstating 30-day visa-free stays for Indian visitors, and a little later the Prime Minister shares the stage with the Nene Royal after she represents the country on America's Got Talent.

Stuart Ward grew up on a council estate in Exeter, England, obsessed with pirate radio, chart positions, and — oddly — record labels. That obsession, plus a teenage belief that Sweden had cracked the code on a fairer society, eventually carried him across the North Sea, first as a chartered accountant, then as one of Swedish television and radio's most recognisable voices for decades.Stuart hosted Night Flight Scandinavia and Top Gear Nordic (a name he lifted straight from John Peel's old BBC show, nothing to do with cars), interviewed everyone from Paul McCartney to Barry Humphries to Pelé, ran the Polar Music Prize — often called the Nobel Prize of music — and, in between all of it, tried and failed to build a political career in the UK Labour Party before finding his footing instead in Swedish politics. He also spent over a decade at the Swedish Embassy in Bangkok and lived in Thailand for eighteen years.In this episode, Stuart and host Bob Wells talk about chasing a dream with zero self-confidence, what changes when you go from radio to television, the etiquette of never looking starstruck, and why curiosity — not talent — might be the real secret behind a rich life.In This Episode You'll LearnHow a working-class boy from Exeter who could name every record label on the UK charts ended up in the Swedish music businessWhy Stuart moved to Sweden as a chartered accountant in 1973 — and why he stayedThe real story behind the name "Top Gear Nordic" (hint: it's a John Peel tribute, not a car show)What it was like trading a UK parliamentary candidacy for a life with the man he loved, at a time when that wasn't something you talked about openlyThe unglamorous technical side of early live TV versus the freewheeling looseness of radioWhy one veteran cameraman told Stuart he had a rare gift for getting people to open up on cameraStuart's interviews with Paul McCartney (who ended up interviewing him), Barry Humphries/Dame Edna, John Cleese, Pelé, and Björn BorgThe Swedish concept of Jantelagen — a kind of built-in social suspicion of standing out — and how it echoes attitudes Stuart encountered growing up in EnglandHow Stuart came to run the Polar Music Prize, founded by ABBA's co-creator Stig Anderson to bridge classical music's snobbery and popular music's lack of respectWhy the King of Sweden presents the Polar Music Prize the same way he presents the Nobel Prizes — and the historical reason the Nobel Peace Prize alone is awarded in Oslo, not StockholmThe office politics and "dinosaurs" Stuart contended with while running a prestigious international prizeLife after presenting: over a decade working at the Swedish Embassy in Bangkok, eighteen years living in Thailand, and returning to Sweden to restart his political career with the Social DemocratsWhy door-to-door canvassing at 77 has led to some surprising language moments — including conversations in fluent Thai that stopped Swedish neighbours in their tracksStuart's take on what actually produces a zest for life: curiosity, self-belief, and refusing to assume the world only exists in whatever room you happen to be standing inResources;The Polar Music Prize Royal Swedish Academy of MusicYouTube: Stuart Ward Top GearQuestion or comment? Send us a text message.www.undercurrentstories.com

In this episode of This Week in Barbecue, Rasheed Philips and James Welch cover a wild mix of barbecue news, culture, business, and food-world questions. The show starts with National Mac and Cheese Day and National Nude Day before Rasheed recaps cooking live fire at Windy City Smokeout in Chicago, including jerk chicken, bourbon jerk lamb chops, outside skirt steak with jerk chimichurri, and a memorable meal with Blake at Monteverde.The episode closes with a deeper conversation on authenticity in barbecue. Is culturally driven barbecue really a “third wave,” or is this the Sazón Era? Rasheed and James discuss Egyptian, Thai, Chinese, Dominican, Puerto Rican, Jamaican, Czech, German, and Southern influences, and why the barbecue platter may be one of the most culturally diverse dishes in America.

Ed interviews K. Khemthong Tonsakulrungruang, a constitutional lawyer and professor from Chulalongkorn University whose work bridges law and Buddhism. After Ed shares his own background as an American lawyer, the two men begin by discussing the modern relevance of Buddhist teachings. K. Khemthong explains that Buddhist mindfulness practices are more important than ever for combating the overwhelming distractions of smartphones and social media. They touch upon how both traditional and secular meditation retreats are increasingly popular for people seeking mental clarity in a chaotic world. Next, Ed brings up Khemthong's academic focus, prompting a fascinating story about a former student who researched local political movements. The guest recounts how Thai protest leaders have historically invoked Buddhist concepts to justify anti-democratic actions. He explains that this political ideology emphasizes the purity of a leader's intentions rather than the strict legality of their actions, meaning that acting with a benevolent mind can supposedly excuse technically illegal political moves. Finally, the conversation shifts to the intersection of religion and constitutional law in Thailand. They discuss how various iterations of the Thai constitution have handled the country's religious identity. K. Khemthong notes that while the government guarantees freedom of religion, it also holds a special duty to promote Buddhism. The interview concludes with an agreement that the state maintains a delicate, pragmatic balance to honor the nation's primary faith without marginalizing minority religions.  

What if your favorite massage style says more about your nervous system than your muscles?In this episode of Room to Evolve, Jessica Goulding sits down with Austin-based licensed massage therapist Danielle Evans to explore Polyvagal Manual Therapy, the subtle language of the nervous system, and why healing begins with invitation rather than force.Danielle shares how the body holds the stories of our lives, from our earliest experiences onward, and invites us to consider the skin as the outermost part of the brain. Together, Jessica and Danielle consider what it means to remember our intrinsic well-being, why the nervous system responds to a whisper, and how a state of hypervigilance can leave us less connected to the wisdom of our own bodies.Their conversation weaves together neuroscience, embodied wisdom, compassion, and the surprising power of gentleness.In This EpisodeThe difference between sympathetic activation, rest and repair, and social connectionSensitivity as a spectrumHow the nervous system communicates more than we realizeWhat it means to "remember intrinsic well-being"Why permission, not pressure, creates the conditions for healingWhy Danielle believes the only healer is the selfHow understanding the nervous system can deepen compassion for ourselves and othersWhy the body responds to very gentle pressureDanielle's threshold of grief and lossAbout DanielleDanielle Evans, LMT, believes healing is invitational. Since graduating from the Lauterstein-Conway School of Massage in 2012, she has provided therapeutic bodywork informed by an interwoven lineage of teachers, mentors, and modalities.Drawing from Polyvagal Manual Therapy, craniosacral therapy, shiatsu, Thai bodywork, Swedish massage, sports massage, and neuromuscular therapy, Danielle meets each client with an approach tailored to their unique needs. In recent years, her work has become increasingly focused on nervous system function and the body's remarkable capacity for resilience.Rather than using force or heavy pressure, Danielle creates space for the body to unravel from the inside and remember its intrinsic well-being.Learn MoreWebsite: https://balancing-bodywork.square.site/Instagram: @sistermoonshadowIf you're in the Austin area, Danielle is offering 20% off your first session when you mention this episode.Stay ConnectedVisit Room to Evolve for weekly reflections, contemplative practices, podcast episodes, and upcoming retreats:https://roomtoevolve.comSubscribe to receive new essays, guided practices, and resources for living with greater presence, curiosity, and intention.

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire, Thai authorities say Antiques Roadshow expert Theo Burrell dies aged 39 Major incident declared in Wales as wildfires burn across UK Walthamstow Residents evacuated after east London fire Wimbledon semi finalist Arthur Fery invites Prince George and Princess Charlotte to play tennis Two men die after trying to save children at Seaton Carew beach Thousands will have died in UKs unprecedented May and June heatwaves Nothing to suggest Ann Widdecombe killing was politically motivated, police say Andrew Flintoffs Top Gear crash passenger sues BBC Studios Dog rescued from Ben Nevis suspected to have eaten discarded cannabis

This week I'm sitting down with Anthony from @AnthonyvsWorld, a fifty-two-year-old former Air Force flight engineer who traded a half-million-dollar house and a Corvette for one suitcase and a one-way ticket to Thailand. Two years later, he's built a following of over thirty-seven thousand. An early run of videos pulled in twenty-five million views in his first month alone without moving his follower count much at all, then months later one solo video, this one with 1.5 million views, sent his followers from six thousand to thirty thousand in about a week. Along the way, he also survived a fake HIV accusation, threats from an ex's new boyfriend, and started handing cash tips to strangers just to film their reaction. Fair warning, this one is raw. Everything Anthony shares here is his own personal experience and opinion, not a statement from this channel about Thailand as a whole.In This EpisodeHow one solo video with 1.5 million views sent Anthony's followers from six thousand to thirty thousand in about a week, after an earlier run of videos had already pulled in twenty-five million views without moving his follower count at all.The real financial picture behind expat life in Thailand: VA disability, selling a house back in Texas, and why he stopped chasing brand dealsA defamation situation that cost him close to fifty thousand baht, and what Thai law actually says about posting video of someone without their consentFake accounts, a false HIV accusation, and threats from an ex-girlfriend's new boyfriendThe story behind his "100 versus 1000 baht" giveback series and why he started giving cash to strangers on camera. Three broken apartment leases before finally settling downFavorite Thai dishes, tipping culture, and the most overrated and underrated things about living in ThailandChapters0:00 Catching up after a late night in Bangkok0:49 Chiang Mai versus Bangkok, Pattaya, and Phuket3:06 From Texas real estate to one suitcase in Thailand6:57 The video that kicked off his viral run9:36 Why Bangkok feels like home, and the food scene13:08 Dating in Pattaya and the price of a relationship16:35 A fake HIV account and threats from an ex's new boyfriend24:09 Three broken leases and settling down in Chiang Mai27:24 How Anthony actually affords life in Thailand32:37 Inside the viral "Why I Love Thailand" video34:19 Getting sued, consent, and Thailand's filming laws41:07 The origin of the 100 versus 1000 baht giveaway series47:29 Tipping culture in Thailand explained50:19 Learning Thai and real time translation earbuds54:22 Thailand's most overrated and underrated things58:56 A new restaurant venture and the DTV visa1:00:48 Life on two wheels1:04:11 Closing thoughts and where to find AnthonyAnthony (Anthony vs World)Instagram:   / anthonyvsworld  YouTube:    / @anthonyvsworld  Facebook:   / anthonyvsworld  TikTok:   / anthonyvsworld  Thanks for listening, and welcome to the new direction for this channel. More episodes like this coming soon.

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Two men die after trying to save children at Seaton Carew beach At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire, Thai authorities say Nothing to suggest Ann Widdecombe killing was politically motivated, police say Major incident declared in Wales as wildfires burn across UK Antiques Roadshow expert Theo Burrell dies aged 39 Walthamstow Residents evacuated after east London fire Thousands will have died in UKs unprecedented May and June heatwaves Andrew Flintoffs Top Gear crash passenger sues BBC Studios Dog rescued from Ben Nevis suspected to have eaten discarded cannabis Wimbledon semi finalist Arthur Fery invites Prince George and Princess Charlotte to play tennis

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Two men die after trying to save children at Seaton Carew beach Andrew Flintoffs Top Gear crash passenger sues BBC Studios Wimbledon semi finalist Arthur Fery invites Prince George and Princess Charlotte to play tennis At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire, Thai authorities say Nothing to suggest Ann Widdecombe killing was politically motivated, police say Dog rescued from Ben Nevis suspected to have eaten discarded cannabis Antiques Roadshow expert Theo Burrell dies aged 39 Walthamstow Residents evacuated after east London fire Major incident declared in Wales as wildfires burn across UK Thousands will have died in UKs unprecedented May and June heatwaves

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Thai officials are investigating an explosive fire which tore through a bar in the capital Bangkok, killing at least 27 people. Dozens more were injured, many critically. Eyewitnesses say the fire started near the stage and spread across the ceiling, filling the room with smoke. Also: the US and Iran carry out more tit-for-tat attacks, amid conflicting claims over whether the Strait of Hormuz is open or not; an investigation into the Chinese man accused of being Mexico's "Fentanyl King"; the US Republican senator Lindsey Graham - who turned from being a critic of Donald Trump to one of his key allies - dies suddenly at the age of 71; we hear from the grandaughter of the last woman to be executed in Britain as she is granted a conditional pardon; and a T.rex fossil could become the most expensive ever.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.ukPhoto: A woman near the scene of the fire at a Bangkok bar. Credit: REUTERS/Chalinee Thirasupa TPXA

Episode Summary This Best Of installment is a glorious grab bag of old-school DV filth, featuring a Thai prostitute speed-reading her menu, a hospital that promises to de-drunk you in ten days, Rain Florence offering foreskin restoration counseling for cash, and multiple people getting obliterated by trains because apparently railroad tracks remain irresistible to the […] The post All Juiced Up On Thai Hookers first appeared on Distorted View Daily.

At least 28 people are dead after a bar in the Thai capital was gutted by fast-moving flames.We'll hear the latest from Bangkok about the situation, as dozens remain missing and 25 people are said to be critically injured.Also in the programme: We'll go inside the world of the Chinese man known as the "Fentanyl King"; and we have a tribute to the actor Sam Neill from his friend, the former New Zealand prime minister, Helen Clark, after his sudden death.(Photo shows Thai firefighters and rescue workers working at the scene of a fire at a bar in Bangkok, Thailand on 13 July 2026. Credit: Rungroj Yongrit/EPA)

What if the best leaders are not the ones with the biggest ideas? In this episode, John Dues argues that the leaders who make the greatest impact are the ones who create the fastest learning cycles. John and Andrew Stotz explore why small tests often outperform large initiatives, how PDSA builds real organizational knowledge, and why improvement is a learning process, not an implementation process. If your organization is launching new initiatives, this conversation offers a different question to ask: What's the smallest test we can run to learn whether this idea actually works? TRANSCRIPT 0:00:02.3 Andrew Stotz: My name is Andrew Stotz and I'll be your host as we dive deeper into the teachings of Dr. W. Edwards Deming. Today I'm continuing my discussion with John Dues, who is part of the new generation of educators striving to apply Dr. Deming's principles to unleash student joy in learning. The topic for today is the Fastest Way to Learn What Works. I love that title, John. Take it away.   0:00:30.0 John Dues: Hey Andrew, it's good to be back. Yeah, I was thinking about talking about leadership today, and I was thinking about who are the leaders that we tend to admire? I think the typical person would say these leaders with big, bold ideas. In my world, a superintendent launches this district-wide initiative, or maybe it's a principal has this sweeping school improvement plan that they've put in place. In your world, maybe some CEO unveils this new strategic direction. We think about these leaders, if they're described, they're visionary, decisive, courageous. But I think, as I've done this study, I've become increasingly convinced that we're paying attention to the wrong leaders in a lot of cases...   0:01:31.6 Andrew Stotz: So the right leaders are the ones that have their pen over their right ear.   0:01:36.9 John Dues: Always. That's the mark. That is the mark...   0:01:39.6 Andrew Stotz: I think I see that on you.   0:01:43.9 John Dues: I'm definitely not describing me. I'm just an observer, observer of the world. But I think these leaders make these big promises, but I'm increasingly convinced that the leaders who we should be paying more attention to are the ones that create these fast learning cycles. So in a typical place, a company or something, a school, they're faced with a problem. These leaders don't immediately ask, "How do we scale this? How do we scale this idea?" I think they're turning to a different question, and that's, "What's the smallest test we can run to learn whether this idea actually works?" It's a very different, very different question. And I think it's tough because this is a question that's not gonna make headlines, but I think it's one of the more important questions that a leader can ask...   0:02:49.9 Andrew Stotz: Isn't a great leader supposed to be doing the big things? You're talking about the smallest.   0:02:52.8 John Dues: The big things, right, the large initiatives, that's what gets attention. But I think the larger the initiative, the problem is the longer it takes to learn whether that thing, that idea, is helping or hurting or maybe having no effect at all. And I think what happens is, and what I've seen in schools repeatedly, I'm sure it's probably the same in the private sector, is oftentimes by the time the evidence actually arrives, if it ever does, so much time, money, and goodwill has been spent that it almost doesn't matter whether the idea itself was successful. All this cost was sunk into training people, all these new expectations have been established, and then we almost become more invested in proving the initiative was the right decision. And then once that happens, it's almost impossible to go about learning if it's actually having the effect that we intended to. And I think a lot of this has to do with many improvement efforts that I see. They start with a solution. They're sort of starting with not a clear definition of the problem, but this idea that they think is gonna have an impact, whatever that is. It could be a new curriculum in a school, an attendance campaign because attendance has been a big thing lately, some type of new evaluation process that they're gonna use with teachers or workers, whatever. But the point is that the assumption is that the solution's known at the beginning and that success really just depends on implementation. But I think the problem I see is that no one stops and thinks, "What if this solution actually doesn't work in our system?" We copy these ideas, we've seen this thing, whatever it is, work somewhere else, and we almost don't even consider whether the context matters. And it's maybe the most important thing to consider.   0:05:11.7 Andrew Stotz: I think about Deming, Dr. Deming, saying, "How would they know?"   0:05:16.0 John Dues: How would they know? Yeah. And I think, again, so much gets sunk into the initiative, all that training, all the money, all the resources, whatever. At a certain point, the organization is so invested that they almost sort of solidify into defending the idea rather than trying to learn whether it's actually working. That tipping point, I think, can happen pretty quickly, especially if it's a large, organization-wide initiative.   0:05:50.5 Andrew Stotz: Yeah, and I can imagine a new person coming... A superstar coming in from another place where they implemented something that really worked, and now they're going, "Let's do it in our..." and that may or may not have the same impact in that new location that that person's responsible for.   0:06:09.6 John Dues: Yeah. And I think almost immediately the conversation then shifts from learning whether the idea is working to confirming what everyone hopes will happen. I think that might be the most dangerous moment in an organization. And so the purpose that I'm talking about, testing on a small scale, is not actually to verify the idea. The purpose is to learn whether the idea survives contact with reality. A good scientist, for example, their first step when they have a hypothesis is try to falsify it. And I feel like if it was ever taught to education or business leaders, that idea has been completely lost to history. And maybe even in some respects in the science world too, that falsification principle is sort of... That's the first step when you're testing an idea. That is not what I've experienced as an educator. I don't know if you've had that same experience in the business world.   0:07:21.9 Andrew Stotz: Yep, yep. I'm just thinking about that quote about no plan survives first contact with the enemy. I know von Clausewitz said it. There was another guy that said it, I think, before him, but it's just so, so true.   0:07:41.2 John Dues: Yeah. And I think this other way of thinking that I'm talking about is so counter to how most organizations operate. Once that solution is selected, whatever it is, the focus completely shifts to implementation and adoption. But the thing is, improvement, at its most fundamental level, it's a learning process. It's not an implementation process. And so... So often we're asking, how do we roll this thing out? I think a good leader, what they're gonna ask, is how can we learn more about this idea as quickly as possible? Right? This other way of thinking, this small testing, it reduces risk, generates feedback, reveals obstacles that you're blind to initially. But most importantly, it creates knowledge, like real working knowledge in your system, in the context where this idea is eventually... When it does roll out system-wide, where it's gonna have to work. And the thing is, is if it works at that small level, you can expand it. If it fails, you can cut your losses when not much has been lost in the way of time, resources, that type of thing. But either way, the organization is gonna learn from that small test...   0:09:09.2 Andrew Stotz: I found it, by the way.   0:09:10.6 John Dues: Oh, go ahead.   0:09:11.9 Andrew Stotz: Helmuth von Moltke the Elder, a Prussian field marshal and military strategist. The closest translation was, "No plan of operations extends with certainty beyond the first encounter with the enemy's main strength." Or summarized as, "No plan survives first contact with the enemy." So it wasn't Mike Tyson who said it first when he said, "Everybody has a plan until you get punched in the face."   0:09:45.3 John Dues: Yeah, right, same idea. I think the Prussians had quite a bit of revolutionary ideas coming out of their military prowess. I think the organizational structure maybe came even from Prussian military hierarchies and stuff like that.   0:09:54.0 Andrew Stotz: Definitely.   0:10:02.8 John Dues: Yeah, but I think, going back to my original sort of statement about which leaders get branded as outstanding or great or leaders to pay attention to, is those large initiatives attract attention, right? And we tend to celebrate those leaders with bold visions or these big plans, sweeping announcements. They're decisive and courageous because when you make those pronouncements, it appears as if they know exactly where the organization could go next or should go next. I think the problem here is that confidence can so easily be mistaken for knowledge. And often, especially in the world that I live in, not just schools but urban schools, the average superintendent is only in their seat for three or so years. Some a little more, some, a lot, a lot less. And so by the time you find out whether the thing worked or didn't, the person's gone. They're on to the next thing, and no one remembers what exactly they promised to do when they got here three years ago...   0:11:18.7 Andrew Stotz: He was really good. "I liked him. He was nice. I thought he had some good ideas."   0:11:21.5 John Dues: Right, right.   0:11:24.4 Andrew Stotz: "Who's our new boss now?"   0:11:27.4 John Dues: Yeah. And so they get this recognition for these big announcements, and it's before any evidence exists that this thing works, right? And so meanwhile, there's these other leaders who I think deserve more attention, are frequently doing something that's much less visible. And what they're doing is building a system that learns.   0:11:40.2 Andrew Stotz: Mm.   0:11:53.1 John Dues: And so instead of asking people to just trust their ideas, they're really thinking about ways to design tests of those ideas. So they're not really trying to prove themselves right like this first camp of leaders is. What they're trying to do is discover where they might be wrong. And that's just not as flashy. It just doesn't garner the same type of attention as that first type of leader. But I think if we really want to improve organizations, schools in my case, or businesses in your case, the thing is, if you're really gonna improve, it depends on actual knowledge, not just enthusiasm, not just charisma. When I think about a promising idea, that's not the same thing as a good idea. And a good idea, even a good idea, is not the same thing as an idea that works in your system, right? And so what we're trying to do is learn, learn, test, not confirm, learn what actually happens when we put something to the test in our system.   0:13:04.7 Andrew Stotz: It makes me think about what I mentioned to you before we turned on the recording, which is that I've been starting to do PDSAs with my accounting and inventory team. Every month I go and sit down with them after they've closed the books, and I've designed a simple format for them. And the way I've explained it to them is that imagine that you want to lose weight, and you think, okay, there's three things I read on the internet: get good quality sleep, eat less carbohydrates, and walk every day. If we do all three of those things, we're probably gonna lose weight. And as an individual, that may be good enough. But if we do them separately, we'll actually acquire knowledge as to which one has the biggest impact. Now, it gets even more difficult because if you do them consecutively, it's harder to make an impact as you start to lose weight. But the point is, is that... And the reason why it's important is because we need to think about how we as an organization are acquiring knowledge. And so I've got a golden three-ring binder, and each of the PDSAs we put in there, and then we're starting to collect them. Once a month, our impact that we're expecting from that PDSA may take six months to occur, but we're revisiting and discussing and deciding, do we continue with this or do we improve it? And we just have two things that we're focusing on, the accounts receivable and also reducing the amount of inventory that we have in the business. And those two things, the beauty of doing PDSA with accounting is that it's a repetitive cycle. Marketing's not a repetitive cycle. Sales, not necessarily a repetitive production, but accounting is the same thing over and over again. So what a great opportunity to improve.   0:15:10.8 John Dues: Yeah, and that's really interesting because a lot of times financial or accounting functions in businesses sort of get left out of the improvement equation. And that's a big mistake, I think, because especially if those people are sort of left to their own devices and the sole focus is on the bottom line, right? And so you could cut cost in an area and actually cause the business, obviously, great harm if you don't have the full picture in mind. So I think that's a great...   0:15:44.0 Andrew Stotz: And that's a whole another area of misusing finance. But the point that I'm thinking about as I'm going through this, because I was thinking about where is the best place to really start strong implementation of PDSA, and my conclusion is accounting. Because accounting is not even like finance saying, "Oh, we need to hit this target" or something. They're just cranking through a process over and over again. And I told my accounting team, I said, because it's a pretty big team of people in both accounting and inventory, I said, "We're gonna work on this for 12 months until we've got the format, the structure, everybody understands it, we have it all translated into Thai from English so it's very clear." I said, "And then you guys are gonna then teach the rest of the organization how do we do PDSA."   0:16:34.0 John Dues: The accountants are, huh?   0:16:36.1 Andrew Stotz: Which is pretty exciting.   0:16:38.4 John Dues: What's... How are they receiving it?   0:16:40.8 Andrew Stotz: It's confusing. It's hard. They're thinking about things and writing stuff down. The first few ones, they realize they didn't really make it that clear, so it's a struggle. And I can say for myself, being an expert in this area, that bringing it to them in a simple way, not easy. And it's also easy to abandon. And I suspect that many employees would think, "Okay, this is the next initiative," versus something that I'm just gonna, every single month, review, work with them on, and keep improving. And then we want to build that competency to understand what works. Because if we can test things one at a time, they also can see how you really got to narrow it down.   0:17:30.8 John Dues: Yeah, that's a great application of continual improvement where you're learning by doing. There's no better way. It's gonna feel clumsy at the start, the first few cycles that you go through. But I think once people see it's not a test, it's not an evaluation especially, it truly is a learning process that can have a big impact on whatever the problems in your area are. That's what I've found. After people go through this a few times, and you make the predictions, and people think they're gonna get judged on their predictions, or the predictions are gonna be wrong, especially at the start, I've continually had to tell people, "No, you're not failing. Yes, your prediction may have been off quite a bit, but that's in the first cycle." We do this a few times, and you're gonna get your sort of understanding of reality and that gap is gonna get closer and closer as you run those cycles.   0:18:28.5 Andrew Stotz: Yeah, and I've been teaching more and more on corporate strategy, and I've identified what I call 11 Ways to Win, how great companies win. And so I've kind of tried to narrow it down to what I think are the core ways that companies win. And one of them is know-how. And Toyota is a good example.   0:18:40.2 John Dues: Yeah.   0:18:52.0 Andrew Stotz: And part of the question for know-how is, does this company have a method of acquiring knowledge? Because know-how can't just be, "We got a couple really smart guys," because when they leave, that competitive advantage is gone.   0:19:00.4 John Dues: Yeah.   0:19:08.8 Andrew Stotz: And that's where the process of how do we acquire knowledge, this idea of narrowing it down as you're talking about, yeah, exciting.   0:19:19.8 John Dues: Yeah, that is exciting. And the PDSA is a great, I think, technique to use to introduce people to continual improvement methods. Because I think after you've gone through it a few times, it becomes pretty intuitive pretty quickly. And it basically combines all the elements that Deming taught into a single sort of learning process. You get the psychology in there, the systems thinking is in there, understanding variation, obviously the theory of knowledge, the PDSA is core to that. So you get all four components right there with the PDSA.   0:19:55.1 Andrew Stotz: Well, shall we wrap this up? What do you want to leave people with?   0:20:13.3 John Dues: Yeah, I think one thing I was gonna say right before the wrap-up was one of the areas that we're trying to do this actually in is actually strategic planning, which is a broad area of an organization that's sort of comprehensive. But we've, I think, tried to incorporate that same sort of PDSA thinking into our strategic planning process. Because schools, like any organization, they're dynamic and the conditions are unpredictable, especially over an extended period of time. And so what we're thinking through is how do you have sort of this combination of a long-term constancy of purpose, because you have to have that, what's our long-term purpose, our long-term aim? But then how do we also continually adapt? And we've tried to build both of those things into our strategic plan. So I think that's sort of a unique approach, a unique way of thinking, even down to the fact that the strategic plan document itself, what we used to do is the culmination would be this color spiral-bound document that looked really, really nice when the consultant would hand it off to you at the end of the process. Now we're doing this all internally, and the strategic plan is in a Google Doc, and it is literally continually updated as we learn through the various tests that we're running over the three-year period. So it's more like a management system than a static document. So even a thing like a strategic plan, which of course there are components that we have locked in for the three-year period, these are some long-term priorities, but there are some annual and quarterly things that we're updating all the time based on what's actually happening on the ground and what the data is telling us. So you kind of have to sort of do a hybrid of both those things in certain areas of your organization, I think. And I think the most important thing is that we're creating a system that's capable of generating knowledge that we're learning over time, all while focused on a sort of clear long-term aim. I think that's kind of the key thing. So...   0:22:15.2 Andrew Stotz: Excellent. I don't think I can add anything to that. So on behalf of everyone at the Deming Institute, I want to thank you again for this discussion. And for listeners, remember to go to deming.org and jump into DemingNEXT to continue your journey. You can find John's book, Win-Win: W. Edwards Deming, the System of Profound Knowledge, and the Science of Improving Schools, on Amazon.com. This is your host, Andrew Stotz, and I'll leave you with one of my favorite quotes from Dr. Deming, and that is that "people are entitled to joy in work."

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In this 150th episode, I speak with Rachel Uda Murdock, who is the creator behind the viral social media platform called “RachelLDSStorytime.” I wanted to chat with her about the unexpected insights she has gained while sharing the global history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in bite-sized, three-minute segments that uncover powerful and often unknown, faith-building accounts of members of the Church from every corner of the earth. Rachel turned a personal spiritual prompting into a thriving, multi-platform ministry that brings hidden global histories to light.We explore the deep spiritual resonance behind the global church, the vital role that storytelling plays in simplifying complex gospel doctrines, and the inspiring accounts of ordinary Latter-day Saints whose unwavering faith produced extraordinary miracles.Some highlights from this episode include: Celebrating 150 Episodes: Reflections on the journey of For All The Saints so far. From broadcasting out of the historic Downham countryside for episode 100 to exploring a shared kinship with Rachel over the profound impact of global storytelling.The Global Breakthrough of LDS Storytime: Rachel shares the organic, faith-led origin of her platform, detailing how she felt called to counter online negativity by shifting the digital focus away from localized cultural tropes and toward the inspiring reality of a truly international church.The Miraculous Foundations of the Church in Ghana: A deep dive into the inspiring story of Joseph William Billy Johnson, who spent 14 years gathered with ten unbaptized congregations in Ghana prior to the 1978 “all worthy male” priesthood revelation, anchored only by a single copy of the Book of Mormon and profound personal visions.Betrayal and Faith in 19th-Century Hawaii: The gripping historical account of the Hawaiian Latter-day Saints on the island of Lanai who were defrauded by the enigmatic Walter Murray Gibson, providing a powerful modern lesson on maintaining a testimony of the gospel even when church leaders fail.The Heavenly Translation of the Thai Princess: Revisiting the remarkable experiences of Srilaksana Suntarahut, the royal Thai translator who overcame severe spiritual opposition and witnessed miraculous manifestations while translating the Book of Mormon into her native tongue.A Milestone Invitation:  To celebrate the 150th episode, a special challenge for listeners to actively push back against digital noise by using the "town square" of social media to speak out, verbalize gratitude, and share personal moments where they have witnessed God's hand in their life and how it has blessed them.You can find Rachel's work and connect with LDS Storytime at the following links:Facebook, Instagram, TikTok & YouTube: @RachelLDSStorytimeFollow For All The Saints on social media for updates and inspiring content:www.instagram.com/forallthesaintspodhttps://www.facebook.com/forallthesaintspod/For All The Saints episodes are released every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVDUQg_qZIU&list=UULFFf7vzrJ2LNWmp1Kl-c6K9Qhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3j64txm9qbGVVZOM48P4HS?si=bb31d048e05141f2https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/for-all-the-saints/id1703815271If you have feedback or any suggestions for topics or guests, connect with Ben & Sean via hello@forallthesaints.org or DM on InstagramConversations to Refresh Your Faith.

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Mindfulness Based Resilience Training! August 23rd—November 8th, 2026I am delighted to welcome you all into our 12 week deep dive, cultivating mindfulness, kindness, and self compassion with the intention of nourishing our Window of Tolerance.The program is designed with a unique and profound blend of meditation practice and neuroscience, ancient wisdom and modern somatic techniques. Participants can expect to come away with a set of skills to help navigate life with ease and grace. I have been studying and practicing various forms of meditation and mindfulness for over four decades. I am formally trained in Theravada and Mahayana traditions and I am deeply passionate about bringing a secular voice to these teachings.In addition to my contemplation training, I am also a certified clinical trauma professional, with an emphasis on Somatic Psychology.This program will be offered in two sections. All programs are offered over zoom and will be recorded for those who cannot make the live sessions.Section A caters to Europe, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and will be offered from 3pm-5pm Sundays Thai time. (10am Europe)Section B caters to the Americas and Asia and will be offered from 7pm-9pm Sundays, Thai time. (8-10am East Coast) We move from reactivity to responsiveness!

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Well Seasoned Library Podcast:Season 17, Episode 8,Guests: Gail Rosenblum and Kait Ziemer-DavisBook: SEA SALT EATERY: Recipes to Enjoy Year-RoundBio: Located mist-distance from Minnehaha Falls, South Minneapolis fish stand Sea Salt has been a beloved summer gathering spot for more than twenty years. A feast of recipes from panko walleye to grilled catfish, Thai tuna, crabcakes, BBQ shrimp, and more, Sea Salt Eatery: Recipes to Enjoy Year-Round opens the kitchen doors to regulars—and the curious few who haven't been—with stories from employees past and present that capture the fun and flavor of the iconic restaurant.ABOUT THE AUTHORSGail Rosenblum, a retired editor and columnist for the Minnesota Star Tribune, is author of A Hundred Lives Since Then: Essays on Motherhood, Marriage, Mortality, and More.Kait Ziemer-Davis has made her career in restaurants, beginning at Café Teresa in South Dakota and moving on to stints at Chatterbox, Modist, St. Paul's award-winning Joan's in the Park, and, since 2010, Sea Salt Eatery.Sea Salt Restaurant: https://www.seasaltmpls.com/Instagram: @seasalteatery

Greg and Ed explore the small, unexpected joys of being an expat living in Thailand. Ed begins the main discussion by sharing his amusement over miscommunications regarding his job. Despite teaching university-level political science, Thai people frequently assume he is a basic English teacher, an error he enjoys correcting. Next, Greg discusses how he enjoys getting opted out of annoying situations due to his nationality. He notes that being a foreigner often grants him a free pass from sitting through tedious formal rituals or dealing with telemarketers who assume he does not speak Thai. Ed then brings up the relief of geographical distance from his home country, explaining that living overseas allows him to avoid participating in stressful family drama back in America. Greg relates to this, adding that it lets him prioritize his immediate family.  Continuing the conversation, Greg brings up his appreciation for the language barrier, which acts as a natural shield allowing him to completely tune out noisy local advertisements and background chatter. Next, Ed notes that he gets a surprising amount of unearned respect and admiration from locals simply for being an American citizen. Finally, Greg concludes the topic by admitting he loves taking advantage of low fashion expectations for foreigners, happily running errands in comfortable, unkempt clothing without feeling self-conscious about his appearance. Thanks, skeezeballs!

Send us Fan MailNuttha Goutier built Sabai Thai Spa from less than $1,000, a clear vision, and a deep belief that wellness should feel like belonging, not a transaction. In this conversation, she shares how Thai hospitality, community care, disciplined systems, and a staff first culture helped turn one spa into a growing franchise brand with ambitious expansion plans across Canada and beyond.Show NotesNuttha's story is a powerful reminder that the strongest brands are not built only through capital, polish, or speed, but through a clear point of view, a repeatable customer experience, and the courage to protect the culture that made the business work in the first place.How Nuttha translated the warmth of Thai village life into a spa experience designed around all five senses, genuine hospitality, and emotional connection.Why Sabai Thai Spa grew through grassroots marketing, word of mouth, community trust, and a customer journey that made people feel deeply cared for.How systems, training, and operational discipline allowed Nuttha to step out of the day to day business and prepare the brand for franchise growth.Why she believes staff come before customers, and how caring for the team creates the kind of service culture customers can feel immediately.Guest Contact & ConnectNuttha Goutier is the founder of Sabai Thai Spa, a Thai inspired wellness franchise built around hospitality, care, and community.Website: https://sabaithai.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nutthagoutier/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutthagoutier/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573378331497Join the proveHER community and read the companion blogcast for more conversations with women building companies, leading boldly, and redefining what success can look like.---Subscribe and ReviewIf you loved this episode, drop us a review, share it with a badass woman in your life, and subscribe to Badass Women in Business wherever you get your podcasts.Stay badass. Stay bold. Build it your way.Keep up with more content from Aggie and Cristy here:Facebook: Empowered Women Leaders  Instagram: @badass_women_in_businessLinkedIn: ProveHer - Badass Women in BusinessWebsite: Badasswomeninbusinesspodcast.comAthena: athenaac.com

In the news today, Australian murder suspect Simon Carman could see compensations potentially reduce his sentencing, then, another high profile murder case has developed in Pattaya with the arrest of a 20-year-old British woman, in Chon Buri, heavy rain bursts a wall causing recycling waste to flood a housing estate, in a case of spiteful love, a Thai woman reports her Indian boyfriend over a nearly four-year visa overstay, and later in some feel good news we'll discuss Thailand's plans at developing a new green energy economy as well as a very rare whale shark sighting in Koh Tao.

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From breakthrough startups to category-defining innovations, the 2026 Summer Fancy Food Show gave the Taste Radio team plenty to talk about. The hosts recap their favorite discoveries from the annual event, highlighting standout brands, globally inspired flavors, premium non-alcoholic beverages, inventive snacks and convenient pantry staples. They also discuss the themes that emerged across the show floor and why this year's event reflected a growing emphasis on quality, creativity and accessible innovation. Show notes: 0:20: Good Show, SFA. Spicy, Convenient, Premium. Get A Kloo. AgRootCulture. – The hosts describe the 2026 Summer Fancy Food Show as one of the most energetic and optimistic editions of the event in recent years and credit organizer Specialty Food Association for embracing emerging brands through startup-focused programming and showcasing several emerging brands that reflect broader industry trends. Ray and Melissa highlight brands that made global flavors more accessible to mainstream consumers, including Indian, Ethiopian, Thai and other international influences across hot sauces, snacks, frozen foods and pantry staples. The hosts also point to continued innovation in convenience, highlighting products such as instant pasta sauces, dried soup and stew mixes, guacamole seasoning packets and premium shelf-stable offerings that combine ease of preparation with high-quality ingredients. The conversation also explores growth in premium non-alcoholic beverages, coffee and tea, with several brands elevating the category through sophisticated flavors, concentrates and upscale packaging. Other notable trends include better-for-you snacks, functional candy, protein-rich dairy products, globally inspired popcorn and chips, and sustainable products rooted in agricultural heritage.  Brands in this episode: Garam Goddess, Nine Pin Cider, Better Bovine, Malai, Chen's, Red Fox Spices, Growie Foods, Yaza Foods, Keya's Snacks, Nomad Snacks, Pastacraft, Guac Shop, NOMMii, Finger Foods Farm, Kloo, Yum Brew, Fortune Coffee, Nomaro, Brica, The Still Bar, Bittermilk,  TofuGo, Cotto, Figa, Atelka, Wandersnacks, Chuh Matcha, Halfday, Awesome Tea

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On the heels of a recent episode where Greg and Ed opined on the nuances of the tricky Bangkok property market, this time they have a real, er… real estate pro on to get into things from her POV - Tracy Leelalamlert from Aspire Real Estate.  Greg begins by discussing with Tracy whether buying a condo in the city is a good investment. Tracy explains that it depends on the buyer's purpose, noting that rental properties typically yield around four percent annually. Next, Ed brings up the issue of transparency in the Thai property market. Tracy confirms that unlike Western countries, Thailand lacks public records of actual sale prices, meaning buyers must do their own research or hire valuation companies to find accurate market values. The conversation then shifts to the massive oversupply of empty condos. Greg wonders why prices do not decrease to meet demand. Tracy points out that wealthy Thai owners often feel no financial pressure to sell, preferring to pass properties down to their children rather than lower the asking price. She also mentions that wealthy foreign buyers sometimes buy units simply to safely park their money outside their home countries, an isue certainly not unique to Thailand. Later, Ed asks if a foreigner should rent or buy a place. Tracy strongly recommends renting for the flexibility it offers, reserving buying for those making a long-term commitment.  Greg and Ed wrap up the episode by reflecting on the interview, agreeing that Tracy handled their tough questions well and understands the complicated local market about as well as anyone can - and that's saying a lot!  

The U.S. Supreme Court hands President Donald Trump the power to fire independent regulators but draws a line at the Federal Reserve. In South Africa, fears mount that planned anti-immigrant marches could turn violent. Police say an Australian man has made a partial confession to causing the death of a 17-year-old Thai girl. NATO warships drill off the U.S. East Coast as Trump threatens to pull back from Europe. And Paraguay knocks four-time champions Germany out of the World Cup on penalties.   Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mitchell Suchner, director of Arkpad, joins John Odermatt from his floating resort in the Philippines to discuss how seasteading is moving from theory to operational reality. Arkpad has deployed 14 floating Airbnb units, five large fish cages, and a working resort off the coast of Davao City — all built for under $50,000 per unit using fiberglass and stainless steel. Mitchell explains the two core structure types (the Glamp House and the oil-rig-inspired Ark Pad), the engineering challenges of open-sea conditions, and how international flagging laws create a surprisingly libertarian legal framework for life at sea. The conversation covers who seasteading is realistically for today, how the path to a stateless floating city mirrors historical frontier movements, and Arkpad's roadmap to reach international waters within five years. Chapters 0:00 – Intro: Why states lose power 12 nautical miles out 0:49 – Welcome & episode overview 1:27 – Sponsor: Jason Gonyea's Good to Go 90-Day Workout 2:30 – Meet Mitchell Suchner & Arkpad 5:38 – What Arkpad has built: resort, fish farm & floating houses 11:41 – Engineering: Glamp House vs. Ark Pad, storm resistance & lifespans 22:27 – Mitchell's origin story: COVID lockdowns & the Thai navy attack 26:10 – Who is seasteading for? Cost & accessibility breakdown 38:31 – Arkpad's 2, 5 & 10-year vision + the seasteading flag 41:22 – How to visit, invest & get involved Links Mentioned Arkpad / Reef Resort: reefresort.co Samal Reef Resort on Facebook (for bookings) Seasteading Institute: seasteading.org Show Sponsor: Jason Gagne's Good2GoBody 90-day beginner fitness program - ⁠⁠https://good2go.podia.com/?coupon=LIONSJOHN⁠⁠ Schedule a 15 minute Gut Health Audit with John: ⁠https://calendar.app.google/B9fcGdSFjC5caTVu5⁠ SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment.  Support us on Patreon: ⁠https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty⁠ Support us on Locals: ⁠https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/⁠ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices