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Join the Music Tectonics team for the June Seismic Activity with special guest Andrew Kahn, Managing Partner of Yamaha Music Innovation Fund. Hear Andrews best practices for pitching him (or not) at a conference, and what he feels is the most important aspect of any pitch deck. Hint: It's not a great power point. We also hear queries specific to founders in attendance. Among them are questions about funding AI startups, is it possible to compete with Ticketmaster, and what about this innovative new musical instrument? Really great insight from the heart of the funding world.    The News! The most important chart in music right now?   Getting AI companies to agree to licensing deals with copyright owners is “not doable” and “China's not doing it”, rambles Trump   Live Music News: GigSalad, Lightroom, new boards @ MVT, LIVE   The Death of the Middle-Class Musician   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

In this week's episode of Totally 80's and 90's Recall, Dave and Rob dive deep into the flannel-wrapped world of one of the most iconic bands of the ‘90s—Pearl Jam. From the explosive arrival of Ten in 1991 to their fierce stance against the mainstream and Ticketmaster, Pearl Jam helped shape the grunge movement while carving their own path through the decade's chaotic music scene. We're talking raw emotion, blistering guitar riffs, and a frontman in Eddie Vedder whose voice became the battle cry for a generation disillusioned with polished pop and hair metal. Their blend of punk, classic rock, and introspective lyrics created an authentic sound that resonated with millions. Dave and Rob break down the band's cultural footprint, including their role in the Seattle sound explosion and their refusal to play the fame game. Of course, we couldn't talk about Pearl Jam without giving our Essential Top 10 Pearl Jam Songs of the ‘90s—the ones that defined the decade, made us crank up the volume, and still hit just as hard today. Whether you're a longtime fan or just jumping into their discography, this episode is a tribute to one of the most important bands of the era. Plug in, turn it up, and let's relive the sound that rocked the ‘90s. Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/iq8iShjXOLb   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/id1662282694    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/11dk5TUoLUk4euD1Te1EYG?si=b37496eb6e784408    Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1960c8f9-158d-43ac-89a6-d868ea1fe077/totally-80s-and-90s-recall    YouTube Podcasts: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH9lGakNgCDZUkkHMUu88uXYMJu_33Rab&si=xo0EEVJRSwS68mWZ   Playlists:   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4RszQAGXiJH5ayptrZYLQ0?si=BNBSxH9tTra9VfHl4QPzbg    Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/pearl-jam/pl.u-d2b08G2FBE1Xv0?ls   Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/user-playlists/10de9efd100641629d6cb56d7d475dc5sune?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_CZFlgcSaOU5qEOxZopfDV7kEA   Contact Us: Website: https://totally80s90srecall.podbean.com/  Email: 80s90srecall@gmail.com LinkTree:https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall 

The news of the day, politically, is that surcharges are gone, as the Government's just banned them. You know what I'm talking about here, right? They're the little extra amount that you get pinged when you turn up at the dairy and you use your credit card, or you use your paywave - it's gone from May next year. The big sell behind this is basically that it's to help you with the cost of living crisis. Now, I hate to do this because I know you're thinking, "Oh, yay." And I'm totally gonna rain on that parade for you. Don't get excited, this is gonna fix nothing. You are still gonna end up paying that cost somehow, probably just through the cost of the bottle of milk that you're buying. Or your haircut, or your sushi or whatever it is - it's gonna be built into the price because the business still has the cost. Nothing is changing there. They've still got to pay that merchant fee. Now, a merchant fee is a very complicated set of charges which the business gets lumped with. And most businesses actually have no bloody idea what makes up that merchant fee. There's a fee from the credit card companies, there's a fee for moving money from the banks, there's the EFTPOS providers - the whole thing gets lumped into the merchant fee and that has not gone away. What's only gone away is the business's ability to be able to recover the cost of some of that through the surcharge. And by the way, the cost of that thing is actually quite big. I've read about one business - just one shop - that pays about $14,000 in a year just for that, just for the merchant fee, to be able to do business electronically. Now, what's going to happen if you go to that shop is, because that guy can't now pass it on to you with a 2 percent, 0.7 percent, 1 percent surcharge or whatever, he's simply going to add it to the cost of his product so that across the year, he makes that $14,000 back. Also, another reason why you shouldn't get excited about it is that this ban does not include anything that you buy online. So you're buying your Air New Zealand tickets? You're still gonna be paying that little $6 handling fee. You're buying some tickets for a concert from Ticketmaster? You're still paying that handling fee. Maybe you want to head along to Banksy? Yep, you're still gonna be paying yourself a nice little $8 handling fee. And the problem with that is that these are some of the most egregious examples, I would have thought, of surcharges just bearing no resemblance to reality - but they still slip through this. So instead of actually sorting out the backroom problems and the real gnarly issues - what has been charged by the banks and the EFTPOS companies and the credit card companies and really excessive surcharges - the Government's just taken the easy option and brought in a ban on the little stuff you buy from the dairy. Good headline. Unfortunately, though, just a charade. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The news of the day, politically, is that surcharges are gone, as the Government's just banned them. You know what I'm talking about here, right? They're the little extra amount that you get pinged when you turn up at the dairy and you use your credit card, or you use your paywave - it's gone from May next year. The big sell behind this is basically that it's to help you with the cost of living crisis. Now, I hate to do this because I know you're thinking, "Oh, yay." And I'm totally gonna rain on that parade for you. Don't get excited, this is gonna fix nothing. You are still gonna end up paying that cost somehow, probably just through the cost of the bottle of milk that you're buying. Or your haircut, or your sushi or whatever it is - it's gonna be built into the price because the business still has the cost. Nothing is changing there. They've still got to pay that merchant fee. Now, a merchant fee is a very complicated set of charges which the business gets lumped with. And most businesses actually have no bloody idea what makes up that merchant fee. There's a fee from the credit card companies, there's a fee for moving money from the banks, there's the EFTPOS providers - the whole thing gets lumped into the merchant fee and that has not gone away. What's only gone away is the business's ability to be able to recover the cost of some of that through the surcharge. And by the way, the cost of that thing is actually quite big. I've read about one business - just one shop - that pays about $14,000 in a year just for that, just for the merchant fee, to be able to do business electronically. Now, what's going to happen if you go to that shop is, because that guy can't now pass it on to you with a 2 percent, 0.7 percent, 1 percent surcharge or whatever, he's simply going to add it to the cost of his product so that across the year, he makes that $14,000 back. Also, another reason why you shouldn't get excited about it is that this ban does not include anything that you buy online. So you're buying your Air New Zealand tickets? You're still gonna be paying that little $6 handling fee. You're buying some tickets for a concert from Ticketmaster? You're still paying that handling fee. Maybe you want to head along to Banksy? Yep, you're still gonna be paying yourself a nice little $8 handling fee. And the problem with that is that these are some of the most egregious examples, I would have thought, of surcharges just bearing no resemblance to reality - but they still slip through this. So instead of actually sorting out the backroom problems and the real gnarly issues - what has been charged by the banks and the EFTPOS companies and the credit card companies and really excessive surcharges - the Government's just taken the easy option and brought in a ban on the little stuff you buy from the dairy. Good headline. Unfortunately, though, just a charade. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textEpisode #14 // Season 2025When Delia joined as the newest Bryght Babe, she wasn't just stepping into a new role she was stepping into the heart of the hustle. Sharing a room with the boss? Let's just say: hello, upgrade with a view. But what she really got was an all-access pass to the chaos, the creativity, and the crazy hours that fuel Team Bryght.From sunrise setup to late-night strategy sessions, this episode pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to show up, shine bright, and keep the dream alive. Everyone sees the glow but few understand the grind.Tune in as Luba and Delia get real about life on the road, building something bigger than themselves, and why being a Bryght Babe is equal parts beauty, brains, and behind-the-scenes badassery.Support the show-----Our intro and outro music is made by Ashley from Lullaby The Fear Podcast. Listen to Lullaby here: https://lullabythefearpodcast.com/Special offer on Chippendale tickets! Use code BRYGHT25 for 25% off tickets to The Chippendales on Ticketmaster.Use code BRYGHT25 to get 25% OFF your tickets now!Sign up for Emails: https://promotions.lpage.co/campaigns/2789115See our trade show schedule: https://bryghtenup.com/pages/eventsFree online webinars: https://bryghtenup.com/pages/webinarStart Your Own Podcast for FREE With Buzzsprout Using Our Link and Get $20!! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=739373Follow us on social media @betweenbothcheekspodcastEmail us at podcast@bryghtenup.com

This past week Paul's Pre-Sale for the 2025 Fall North American Tour was announced and on Tuesday diehard fans like us all tried with a myriad of mixed results! Ticketmaster and their "Dynamic Pricing" was a hot bed issue. For this special episode we invited members of the 2Legs Family to join us and share their experiences. Thank You to MVP, Joan, Beatley Tone, Boyan, James, Jeremy and Ted for sharing your ticketing saga! We also pointed out the fact that several content creators incorrectly are blaming Paul for 3rd party exorbitant pricing. Are you all in got the GOT BACK North American Tour? We are! Let us know!

What happens when one company dominates every aspect of an industry—from venues and ticketing to artist access and local politics? In this in-depth interview, The Capitol Forum's Teddy Downey speaks with Tommy Dorfman, former promoter and now CEO of Juice Entertainment, about his extraordinary 15-year legal battle against Live Nation and Ticketmaster.Dorfman alleges that Live Nation used anti-competitive tactics—backed by its control of Ticketmaster—to force him out of the industry, block access to artists, and coerce state-run venues. His claims include:Closed-door threats and pressure to enter a forced partnershipA nationwide pattern of leveraging rebates to inflate ticket pricesControl over municipal venues, artist touring, and even event securityAs the U.S. Department of Justice pursues its own case against Live Nation, Dorfman makes a broader argument: that monopolistic control in the live events industry suppresses competition, stifles independent promoters, and ultimately harms artists and consumers alike.A story of market power, legal resilience, and the changing economics of live music.

Shakira BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.This week has been all about Shakira dominating headlines with both her professional achievements and her enduring influence as a global icon. The most prominent news is her announcement as a headliner for the 2025 Global Citizen Festival, set to electrify Central Park's Great Lawn on September 27. As covered by NY1, Shakira will share the stage with The Weeknd, and the event is expected to draw massive crowds while focusing on impactful activism, like expanding electricity access in Africa, educational opportunities for thousands of children, and protecting the Amazon. Hugh Jackman returns as host, and more performers are to be announced. The buzz across outlets like Vinyl Me Please and MusicTalkers underscores the festival's significance in both music and philanthropic circles, adding another star turn to Shakira's legacy of blending entertainment with advocacy.On the career milestones front, Shakira continues her reign as a record-breaker. According to The Business Standard, she recently shattered 14 Guinness World Records with her Bizarrap-produced song Music Sessions Vol. 53, including accolades for the most-viewed Latin track on YouTube in 24 hours and the fastest to reach 100 million views. If that wasn't enough, Jimmy Kimmel Live surprised her live on air with her many Guinness certificates. With 17 records to her name now, Shakira holds strong as the Queen of Latin Music.She's also midway through her globe-spanning Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, which saw a recent date reschedule at Houston's Toyota Center as efficiently communicated by Ticketmaster, reflecting both her professional reliability and enormous fan anticipation for the biggest tour of 2025. Social media and fan reaction to the tour, including praise for ticketing transparency and the live show experience, further affirm her power as a crowd-puller.On the personal side, Shakira remains candid about the hardships she's faced since her high-profile split from Gerard Piqué, admitting to Live From E! that “life hasn't always been kind” but crediting recent challenges for her personal growth and resilience—a sentiment picked up widely in gossip and entertainment reports. Her acceptance speech after winning Best Latin Pop Album at the 67th Grammy Awards echoed her advocacy, dedicating her award to immigrants and hardworking women worldwide. Amid all this, Shakira's social channels brim with promotional teases for her tour and the upcoming Central Park festival while fans celebrate her world records and Grammy win. There are, at present, no credible or verified reports of major business ventures or speculative developments; all eyes remain fixed on her official appearances and public milestones. As summer unfolds, Shakira stands not just at the top of charts, but at the center of culture, activism, and conversation.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

In this episode of the Growth Now Movement, I sit down with Michael Dodsworth, the founder and CEO of Fanfare, to unpack his inspiring and deeply personal journey from the high-paced world of tech giants to the unpredictable, purpose-driven path of entrepreneurship. Before starting Fanfare, Michael worked as an engineer at some of the most recognizable companies on the planet—including Salesforce and Ticketmaster. But despite the corporate wins and impressive resume, something was missing. In our conversation, he opens up about the internal tension and the calling that pushed him to leave the comfort of big tech to chase a deeper mission. We talk about how his passion for live events and community inspired him to create Fanfare—an innovative platform that helps creators, artists, and brands manage high-demand product drops, from concert tickets to exclusive merch, without the chaos and disappointment we've come to expect in the current system. Michael gets real about: The emotional rollercoaster of launching a startup How he went from being a behind-the-scenes engineer to a front-facing founder The importance of clear communication, even when you're building in silence What it takes to go from corporate stability to entrepreneurial risk Why solving real problems for real people has been his North Star How Fanfare is empowering creators, entrepreneurs, and fans to connect more authentically Whether you're a tech lover, a startup dreamer, or a creator looking to scale—this episode delivers powerful insight into what it truly takes to build something meaningful, one step (and sometimes one mistake) at a time. What You'll Learn: How Michael transitioned from working at Salesforce to launching his own venture The difference between working in a corporation vs. building your own startup The story behind Fanfare and its mission to reinvent product drop culture How to communicate your vision clearly—even if you're not a natural storyteller Why community building is a secret weapon for modern entrepreneurs Lessons from managing high-stakes tech challenges and turning them into simple, scalable solutions Tips for founders, creators, and innovators looking to make a difference in noisy market

'The Bear' has Dave wondering about the true cost of being so busy all the time. Has corporate exploitation robbed us of our free time? Dave talks business sense, Ticketmaster monopoly, the scam of streaming services, Turnstile, and draws parallels between the decline of comic books and vinyl records.  https://www.westcoastdavengers.com/direct-edition-podcast

Jerry spoke to John from Listowel, who had desperate trouble trying to get tickets for Bob Dylan’s concert in the Gleneagle Arena, Killarney in November.

Adam talks about depression (natch), Ticketmaster, his vertigo/concert experiences, and then shares a bit of TMI when it comes to his health.

Post Malone BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Post Malone has made major waves over the past few days, with developments that highlight his expanding influence in both music and business. Just last night in Salt Lake City, he made a surprise appearance at Sierra Ferrell's show, joining her for a live duet of their song Never Love You Again—a ballad from his Grammy-nominated country album F-1 Trillion. Not content to just sing, he also returned with a drum in hand to jam with the band on Ferrell's Fox Hunt, offering the crowd an intimate, candid Posty moment that's already become a trending topic among fans and the music press thanks to video clips circulating online, according to JamBase.On the business side, his most ambitious project yet landed in the headlines: Posty's, a 26,000-square-foot multi-level music venue and bar, officially opened on Broadway in Nashville. WBN News Nashville details how the space, complete with six bars, three live stages, a VIP lounge, rooftop patio, and even a vintage truck suspended above the main bar, merges classic honky‑tonk energy with Malone's modern rock-country flair. He described it as a place “where everyone can come together and kick some ass,” cementing his newfound status in both the city's country royalty and its business elite. Hillbilly Live and Hudson Valley Country report it's already a hotspot, with fans sharing their experiences on social media, from rooftop selfies to spotting Posty memorabilia and even rumors of Malone himself mixing drinks behind the bar on occasion.Meanwhile, he's still very much a touring juggernaut. The “BIG ASS Stadium Tour” has stopped in cities across North America, featuring not just crowd-pleasing stadium rock but moments of genuine fan interaction. According to Ticketmaster, plenty of these concerts sell out within hours, and attendees describe Malone's stage presence as “nothing short of epic.” And it was just announced that he'll headline the 2026 Gulf Coast Jam alongside Chris Stapleton, Keith Urban, and Riley Green, news that's drawing heavily on his crossover appeal as “one of the biggest artists in music, period,” to quote Gulf Coast Jam's executive producer, as reported by Eagle Country 97.5.In business, his ongoing partnership with Raising Cane's continues to make marketing headlines, notably the hot pink, tattooed Midvale location and limited-edition merch pop-ups—an example of celebrity branding lauded by Utah Business as authentic and fan-driven, with real input from Malone.On social media, TikTok videos show Post Malone posing for post-show selfies, with fan-shot clips from his recent gigs often going viral—underscoring both his accessibility and outsize celebrity in the digital age.Headlines this week encapsulate the moment: “Post Malone Pops Up With Sierra Ferrell in Salt Lake City,” “Post Malone's Bar on Broadway Is Now Open For Business in Nashville…And It's Pretty Awesome,” and “Post Malone to Headline 2026 Gulf Coast Jam.” Each story proves the same thing—whether it's an arena, a packed bar, a brand collaboration, or country radio, Post Malone is everywhere music wants to be right now.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

This is the story about a cat who stared into a universe of possibilities, but found the abyss staring back. Sometimes, we shouldn't get what we want. Special guest David Pratt joins us to share his cat-astrophic tale of moving apartments, in the feline fantasia we're serving as: Samurai Regrets His Freedom WHAT IS THE SLICE? "The Slice" is a new single serving storytelling format where each episode is a new anecdote, and life itself is the adventure. Hosted by Jason Howard Heat, new episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Subscribe and stick around if you love a good story, because we're serving up real life tall tales three times a week. DAVID PRATT David on Blue Sky Meet Cute PLUG OF THE DAY Come see Virginia Championship Wrestling live and in person at the Liberty Lottery in Portsmouth, VA at the Portsmouth Pavilion on Sat 7/19 @ 7:30pm.  Tickets available online at Ticketmaster.com and also at the Portsmouth Pavilion box office! SUPPORT COLLECTED POSSIBILITIES Leave a Tip for the Birthday Boy! VenMo - JasonHowardHeat Cash App - $JasonHowardHeat Follow Collected Possibilities on Social Media Instagram  Facebook Email us at collectedpossibilities@gmail.com

A few weeks ago, a strange man tried to attack me outside a movie theater. This is that story. Flavored with fear, today we're serving: Mess With the Bull WHAT IS THE SLICE? "The Slice" is a new single serving storytelling format where each episode is a new anecdote, and life itself is the adventure. Hosted by Jason Howard Heat, new episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Subscribe and stick around if you love a good story, because we're serving up real life tall tales three times a week. PLUG Come see Virginia Championship Wrestling live and in person at the Liberty Lottery in Portsmouth, VA at the Portsmouth Pavilion on Sat 7/19 @ 7:30pm.  Tickets available online at Ticketmaster.com and also at the Portsmouth Pavilion box office! SUPPORT COLLECTED POSSIBILITIES Leave a Tip for the Birthday Boy! VenMo - JasonHowardHeat Cash App - $JasonHowardHeat Follow Collected Possibilities on Social Media Instagram  Facebook Email us at collectedpossibilities@gmail.com

This is the story of how a desperate search for the perfect dinner turned into a deeply unsettling evening inside a sketchy restaurant kitchen. We're starting the week off with the classic combination of Italian food and tears. Today we're serving: Cries From the Kitchen WHAT IS THE SLICE? "The Slice" is a new single serving storytelling format where each episode is a new anecdote, and life itself is the adventure. Hosted by Jason Howard Heat, new episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Subscribe and stick around if you love a good story, because we're serving up real life tall tales three times a week. PLUG Come see Virginia Championship Wrestling live and in person at the Liberty Lottery in Portsmouth, VA at the Portsmouth Pavilion on Sat 7/19 @ 7:30pm.  Tickets available online at Ticketmaster.com and also at the Portsmouth Pavilion box office! SUPPORT COLLECTED POSSIBILITIES Leave a Tip for the Birthday Boy! VenMo - JasonHowardHeat Cash App - $JasonHowardHeat Follow Collected Possibilities on Social Media Instagram  Facebook Email us at collectedpossibilities@gmail.com

Send us a textEpisode #13 // Season 2025Who is our boss? The Bryght Babes want answers—and today, they're getting the real story. In this raw and unfiltered episode, Bryght CEO Luba Sasowski gets personal about the plot twist that changed everything: becoming single. From engagement rings to red flags, she opens up about walking away from what looked like “perfect” on paper to reclaim her power, her peace, and her glow. 

Christoph Gerber, Gründer von Talon.One, nimmt dich mit auf den Weg von Lieferando zu einem führenden Enterprise-SaaS-Unternehmen. Mit mehr als 100 Millionen Euro Funding und Kunden wie H&M, Adidas und Ticketmaster teilt Christoph, wie sich seine Sicht auf Unternehmertum verändert hat und warum Work-Life-Balance heute wichtiger ist als "Work Hard, Play Hard". Was du lernst: Von der Idee zum Enterprise-Produkt: Wie Talon.One in 6-9 Monaten das erste MVP entwickelte Warum sie sich gegen Use-Case-basierte Entwicklung entschieden Die Bedeutung von unopinionated Software-Entwicklung Führung & Teamaufbau: Warum Christoph keine direkten Reports mehr hat Die Bedeutung von erfahrenen Mitarbeitern vs. Juniors Wie man eine nachhaltige Unternehmenskultur aufbaut Fundraising & Investoren: Wie Talon.One ohne klassisches Board arbeitet Die Unterschiede zwischen deutschen und US-Investoren Warum faire Terms für alle Beteiligten wichtig sind Work-Life-Balance: Warum 8 Stunden fokussierte Arbeit besser sind als 12 Stunden Präsenz Die Bedeutung von Familie und Freizeit Wie man ein erfolgreiches Unternehmen ohne Burnout aufbaut Deutscher Markt vs. International: Die Herausforderungen beim Software-Verkauf in Deutschland Warum US-Kunden schneller Enterprise-Software adoptieren Die Chancen für europäische SaaS-Unternehmen ALLES ZU UNICORN BAKERY: https://zez.am/unicornbakery  Mehr zum Gast: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophgerber/  Website: https://www.talon.one/  Join our Founder Tactics Newsletter: 2x die Woche bekommst du die Taktiken der besten Gründer der Welt direkt ins Postfach: https://www.tactics.unicornbakery.de/  Kapitel: (00:00:00) Was würde Christoph heute anders machen, wenn er nochmal gründen würde? (00:13:11) Das richtige Level an Seniorität für einen erfolgreichen Aufbau (00:17:14) Worauf achtet Christoph in Interviews? (00:19:23) Das Founding-Team von Talon.one & das erste MVP (00:26:04) Wie hat Talon.one den idealen Kunden identifiziert? (00:31:47) Wie du effizient Probleme löst (00:43:58) Vom "first working product" bis heute: Die Entwicklung von Talon.one (00:52:45) Warum hat Talon.one doch nochmal finanziert statt auf profitabel zu drehen? (00:59:12) Wann sind Terms "gut genug"? (01:09:33) Sieht sich Talon.one als Marktführer? (01:16:23) Christophs Einschätzung zur KI-Bubble: AI-Wrapper & Defensibility (01:27:43) Christophs Blick auf die deutsche Startup-Szene im Vergleich zu Europa/USA (01:36:12) Christophs persönlicher Blick auf die Arbeit - Lieferando vs. heute (01:42:52) Wie abhängig ist das Unternehmen noch von der Person Christoph Gerber?

Hugo, Santos y Javi se reúnen para abordar la actualidad de la franquicia que pasa por abordar el proceso y sistema de entradas para el partido que los Miami Dolphins van a jugar en Madrid en Noviembre, Ademas analizan los últimos movimientos de la franquicia : la salida de Ramsey y Jonnu y la llegada de Waller y el retorno de Minkah

John Oliver BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.John Oliver remains at the center of sharp-tongued satire and headline-making stunts this week. His most buzzed-about moment came from a high-profile interview circuit following his audacious million-dollar offer to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to resign, a story that's setting media abuzz and likely to linger in the public consciousness for some time, according to a recent appearance detailed on YouTube. In the same interview, Oliver also dived into the meticulous planning behind that offer, giving viewers a glimpse into the mix of sincerity and mischief that defines his approach. Other memorable tidbits from those interviews include being booed at a Sesame Street gala and donning a full pirate costume at a party—a detail that generated laughs on social media and was apparently a point of contention with his wife. He also reminisced about his parents seeing him on Late Night, underscoring the human side of his relentless public persona.Professionally, Oliver continues to co-headline a popular live residency with Seth Meyers at New York's Beacon Theatre, with shows running monthly through the end of 2025—dates on July 27, September 21, October 26, November 23, and December 14 are all confirmed. According to both MSG.com and Ticketmaster, this residency is proving a hot ticket and positions Oliver as a marquee draw in contemporary comedy, keeping him firmly in the live performance spotlight.Meanwhile, on HBO, his flagship show Last Week Tonight with John Oliver keeps on rolling, with its July 7 episode delivering the usual blend of deep dives and headline commentary. Recent episodes, as noted by outlets like IMDb and JustWatch, continue to feature Oliver's signature in-depth analysis and witty critique, tackling everything from politics to global oddities. These episodes regularly stir up discussion on social media, and although specifics on viral moments from this week are unconfirmed, there is routine online buzz following each broadcast.There are no credible reports of major business ventures or new endorsements in the past few days, nor has Oliver been associated with any controversies beyond his usual satirical targets. The only speculative chatter surrounds whether his Clarence Thomas resignation stunt could have broader legal or political repercussions, but as of now, that remains in the realm of pundit speculation.As always, John Oliver's blend of incisive commentary, headline-grabbing antics, and endearing personal quirks keeps him firmly on the radar, with each appearance and broadcast offering fresh fodder for fans and commentators alike.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

In this episode, Matt sits down with outspoken music industry advocate Randy Nichols for an unfiltered deep dive into the broken ticketing system—and the growing movement to fix it. From viral LinkedIn posts to behind-the-scenes talks with the DOJ, Randy shares his personal journey, his work with NITO, and what it will really take to make ticketing fair for fans and artists alike.Topics covered:How Ticketmaster rose to power—and what's keeping it thereWhy “all-in pricing” is finally gaining tractionThe dark side of scalping, lobbying, and legislationMistakes artists and platforms keep makingWhat true fan-first pricing could look likeIf you've ever asked why ticket fees are so high or how artists can reclaim control, this is the episode for you.(00:00:38) - Randy's Shit Talking on LinkedIn Randy talks about his active presence on LinkedIn and the professional discourse he engages in.(00:02:04) - NITO and Industry Activism Randy's involvement with NITO and his advocacy work around important music industry issues.(00:12:57) - Ticket Scalping Concerns Randy's view on the importance of protecting artists and fans from ticket scalping practices.(00:15:40) - Historical Context of Ticketmaster The historical struggle with Ticketmaster and the impact of prominent artists like Taylor Swift.(00:23:01) - Complexities of the Ticketing Ecosystem Deep dive into the nuanced landscape of ticket scalping and corporate practices.(00:33:04) - DOJ Meetings and Legislative Efforts Randy describes meetings with the DOJ and the legislative complexities in the ticketing industry.(00:44:37) - DOJ vs. Trump Executive Order Clarification of the DOJ's dual investigations and the separation from the Trump administration initiatives.(00:50:01) - Political Polarization in Advocacy Randy's stance on working with any administration if it benefits the fans and the industry.(00:57:51) - Democratic Party's Missteps Discussion on historical misalignments of the Democratic Party in relation to ticketing issues.(1:29:44) - Timely Update Because this episode was originally recorded a month ago, we've included a fresh update added just before release. It covers key developments, including how the industry is responding to the first month of mandatory all-in pricing.Please share this with anyone that might be interested in the topics, links below to subscribe and stay in the loop with the podcast and Prism:Subscribe ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Prism⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@prismfm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Follow us on LinkedIn (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Meet the Podcast Host/CEO of Prism -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Ford⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Opening Music -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Banana Bread - Layton.rx⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Prism engineer!)

Send us a textEpisode #12 // Season 2025This week's episode is sizzling straight from our hometown, with a special appearance from our iconic partners: the Chippendales. But it's not just glitter and grind we're back in the same training room where it all began, delivering the message loud and clear: protect your peace, block the toxic, and watch your business rise.Joining us is special guest and Bryght Babe Martha, a fierce Vegas local who shares how saying yes to Bryght gave her the confidence to expand into a 8 -room salon. Her glow-up is proof that when you choose alignment over chaos, your business (and your life) transforms.Let's recap the show, spill some tea, and remind you that peace is the new power move.Support the show-----Our intro and outro music is made by Ashley from Lullaby The Fear Podcast. Listen to Lullaby here: https://lullabythefearpodcast.com/Special offer on Chippendale tickets! Use code BRYGHT25 for 25% off tickets to The Chippendales on Ticketmaster.Use code BRYGHT25 to get 25% OFF your tickets now!Sign up for Emails: https://promotions.lpage.co/campaigns/2789115See our trade show schedule: https://bryghtenup.com/pages/eventsFree online webinars: https://bryghtenup.com/pages/webinarStart Your Own Podcast for FREE With Buzzsprout Using Our Link and Get $20!! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=739373Follow us on social media @betweenbothcheekspodcastEmail us at podcast@bryghtenup.com

It's Friday so we're breaking down the biggest news in H-Town. Host Raheel Ramzanali is joined by Faith Bugenhagen, trending news reporter at Chron.com, and Maggie Gordon, senior storytelling editor at Straight Arrow News, to talk about the next steps in the THC ban after Governor Abbott vetoed Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick's bill, the rise in deaths at Harris County Jail, why your recycling isn't getting picked up, and more!  Stories we talked about on today's show:  Dan Patrick blasts Abbott over surprise THC veto: He 'wants to legalize' it. Three Harris County Jail inmates die within 48-hour span, marking 10 in-custody deaths in 2025 Harris County's New District Attorney Has Big Plans Houston residents frustrated as recycling pickup delays stretch over month Video of man jumping from the second floor of the Galleria  Man hospitalized after jumping from second story of Galleria onto ice rink while evading police Volunteer at the Houston Food Bank  What are you willing to pay for Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' concert? Ticketmaster prices rise to $8k for a front row seat Why We Honor DJ Screw Day On June 27 Screwfest 2025 Learn more about Straight Arrow News  Learn more about the sponsors of this June 27th episode: Visit Navasota Jones Dairy Farm Downtown Houston+ A.D. Players Theater Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Robert Daemmrich Photography Inc/Corbis via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready to take control of your retirement? Start your Retirement TEAM Action Plan at ARHQ.com or call 419-794-3030 to speak with a retirement planning specialist today! What do Ticketmaster fees and your retirement account have in common? More than you think. In this episode of America’s Retirement Headquarters, Nolan Baker breaks down the hidden costs that could be quietly draining your retirement savings. From 401(k)s to annuities, we explore how even a 1% fee difference can cost you tens of thousands over time. Learn how to uncover these fees, compare them to industry benchmarks, and make smarter decisions to stretch your retirement dollars further—no matter where you live. About America's Retirement Headquarters: We are dedicated to helping retirees achieve the retirement they deserve. From crafting personalized retirement income strategies to providing one location for your entire retirement solutions, our goal is to guide you every step of the way. Let us help you navigate the complexities of retirement so that you can enjoy financial confidence and peace of mind. Visit Us: 1700 Woodlands Drive, Maumee, OH 43537 Call Us: 419-794-3030 Learn More: ARHQ.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that the dust has settled on Taylor Swift's music rights saga, what's next? We unpacked the financial impact of all the transactions on key players like Scooter Braun, Scott Borchetta, Shamrock Capital, and Swift herself. While all of those parties made a lot more money, we took a deeper look into the potential losers over the years. And lastly, we tackle an important question: how will history remember this? Join me and Tati Cirisano as we break it all down. 00:47 Scooter Braun's Legacy 03:34 Taylor Swift Fans 07:12 Artists Reclaiming Their Music Rights 11:42 Superstar Leverage 24:25 Ticketmaster and the Eras Tour This episode is presented by State Farm, the home for your small business needs. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. Listen in for our Chartmetric Stat of the Week. Trapital summit

Andrea inser att hon måste förändra sitt sätt att leva innan hon får barn. Mathilda har följt trenden "Propaganda I'm not falling for" på TikTok och tar med sig den in i poddstudion. Tjejerna släpper ÄNNU en livepodd på Nya Cirkus i höst!! Lördagen den 8 november 20.30 kör vi ännu en show och biljetterna släpps på tisdag 24 juni klockan 10.00 på Ticketmaster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sabrina Carpenter has divided the internet this week with the artwork for her new album, Man's Best Friend - but is it radical or regressive? Elsewhere, despite a famously rocky relationship with the Catholic Church and three ex-communications, it turns out that Madonna is related to the new Pope. Plus, Ticketmaster are in trouble again, Nick's found a way to make DJ'ing easier and remembering the genius of Sly Stone and Brian Wilson.Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you're over 16 WhatsApp 079700 82700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk

Lina Khan has inspired an unusually bipartisan coalition of allies — and antagonists. As chair of the Federal Trade Commission, she became known as the most hated regulator on Wall Street. As too principled for Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Too bold for Ticketmaster and the NCAA. But Khan isn't done taking on the corporate class — or finding strange bedfellows like Steve Bannon and Michael Jordan. Can her alleged "hipster anti-trust" movement inspire a "standing army" for the people? And could she be our next Supreme Court justice? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lina Khan has inspired an unusually bipartisan coalition of allies — and antagonists. As chair of the Federal Trade Commission, she became known as the most hated regulator on Wall Street. As too principled for Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Too bold for Ticketmaster and the NCAA. But Khan isn't done taking on the corporate class — or finding strange bedfellows like Steve Bannon and Michael Jordan. Can her alleged "hipster anti-trust" movement inspire a "standing army" for the people? And could she be our next Supreme Court justice? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nan entèvyou sa a, Gaëlle Bien-Aimé pale ak tout kè l sou nouvo spektak li “Kèskonfè?”, yon Stand Up ki charye ri, refleksyon, ak verite sou sa k ap pase an Ayiti. Li pale de sante mantal, madanm Apollon, politik, diaspora, epi kijan li rive fè moun ri ak reyalite ki pi lou yo.

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When you sell tickets on Ticketmaster the seller generally pays a service fee for using the resale platform. Why?

#Podcast #InteligenciaArtificial #AmazonRobotsVIDEO DE MUSK Y TRUMP: https://www.instagram.com/p/DKme7WkNMIj/The Washington Post reveló cuál es la mejor inteligencia artificial, Amazon ya prueba robots repartidores, y Ticketmaster ahora te deja ver tus asientos en 3D. También llegó Photoshop a Android, revivimos el Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 y hablamos del quiebre entre Elon Musk y Donald Trump. Además, ¿deberías dejar de compartir tu ubicación todo el tiempo?

Dylan Wanagiel is no stranger to wrestling events. As the current Vice President of Sports Properties and Special Events for the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, Wanagiel is again bringing a major wrestling event to the tri-state area.Previously, Wanagiel was one of the driving forces into bringing the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships to Madison Square Garden in New York City, the venue Wanagiel worked at prior to moving back across to the New Jersey side.Final X is also pairing again with the Beat The Streets benefit (btsny.org) as USA Wrestling will wrestle both men's and women's freestyle to determine the world teams.Fans can watch live on Flowrestling or if they're in the region, can pick up tickets via Ticketmaster. Action begins at 12:30 p.m. with true-third matches on Saturday, June 14.Join the conversation with Dylan and host Jason Bryant inside “The Rock” as we prepare for Saturday. Want an ad-free version of the show AND the best in wrestling news from around the world? Sign up for the Daily Wrestling Newsletter presented by Resilite on Substack at https://www.mattalkonline.com/newsLinks to FollowJoin the Discord: https://www.mattalkonline.com/discordDaily Wrestling Newsletter: https://www.mattalkonline.com/newsContribute: https://www.mattalkonline.com/contributePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattalkonline The Short Time Time Wrestling Podcast is proudly supported by Compound Sportswear: https://www.mattalkonline.com/compound Quick Subscribe: https://www.Podfollow.com/shorttime Short Time Wrestling Podcast: Episode 787 –Recorded June 12, 2025.

Dylan Wanagiel is no stranger to wrestling events. As the current Vice President of Sports Properties and Special Events for the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, Wanagiel is again bringing a major wrestling event to the tri-state area. Previously, Wanagiel was one of the driving forces into bringing the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships to Madison Square Garden in New York City, the venue Wanagiel worked at prior to moving back across to the New Jersey side.  Final X is also pairing again with the Beat The Streets benefit (btsny.org) as USA Wrestling will wrestle both men's and women's freestyle to determine the world teams.  Fans can watch live on Flowrestling or if they're in the region, can pick up tickets via Ticketmaster. Action begins at 12:30 p.m. with true-third matches on Saturday, June 14.  Join the conversation with Dylan and host Jason Bryant inside “The Rock” as we prepare for Saturday.  https://youtu.be/liYIkPpQXMU Want an ad-free version of the show AND the best in wrestling news from around the world? Sign up for the Daily Wrestling Newsletter presented by Resilite on Substack at https://www.mattalkonline.com/news Links to Follow Join the Discord: https://www.mattalkonline.com/discord  Daily Wrestling Newsletter: https://www.mattalkonline.com/news Contribute: https://www.mattalkonline.com/contribute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattalkonline The Short Time Time Wrestling Podcast is proudly supported by Compound Sportswear: https://www.mattalkonline.com/compound Quick Subscribe: https://www.Podfollow.com/shorttime Short Time Wrestling Podcast: Episode 787 –Recorded June 12, 2025.

Send us a textEpisode #10 // Season 2025Buckle up because this episode is a wild ride. The Bryght team spills the behind-the-scenes tea on life on the road: from Luba literally driving through a tornado en route to judge a butthole competition (yes, you read that right), to the anal bleach seminar in Dallas that drew lines so long they nearly shut down the convention center. We dive into meaningful moments too, like speaking at Mount Sinai Hospital in Miami about strength, courage, and self-acceptance and Luba's national TV debut in Honduras that had the whole country glowing.There's never a dull moment when you're living the Bryght life.✨ Get your tickets for our bootcamp in Vegas HERE Support the show-----Our intro and outro music is made by Ashley from Lullaby The Fear Podcast. Listen to Lullaby here: https://lullabythefearpodcast.com/Special offer on Chippendale tickets! Use code BRYGHT25 for 25% off tickets to The Chippendales on Ticketmaster.Use code BRYGHT25 to get 25% OFF your tickets now!Sign up for Emails: https://promotions.lpage.co/campaigns/2789115See our trade show schedule: https://bryghtenup.com/pages/eventsFree online webinars: https://bryghtenup.com/pages/webinarStart Your Own Podcast for FREE With Buzzsprout Using Our Link and Get $20!! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=739373Follow us on social media @betweenbothcheekspodcastEmail us at podcast@bryghtenup.com

Ahmed Nimale, Founder of KYD Labs, is working to disrupt the live events industry with a venue-first approach to ticketing. Having worked at Fan Exchange, Vivid Seats and Ticketmaster, Ahmed brings deep industry knowledge to solving the core problem: venues and artists lack data about their customers while spending heavily on marketing with poor returns. In this episode, Ahmed explains how KYD's platform increases venue revenue by 30-40% through automated marketing and better conversion rates.This episode is brought to you in partnership with LEDNhttps://www.ledn.io/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why are concert tickets so expensive and who is really profiting? As New York lawmakers weigh a bill that would let artists block ticket resales, we take a closer look at how this plays out between musicians, fans, and powerful resale platforms like StubHub. We break down what the proposed policy could mean for the live music economy, and why some say it could hand even more power to Ticketmaster. We also hear from musicians and venue owners who've seen the impact of scalping firsthand. What's the real cost of a ticket when it's resold for five times its face value? And what alternatives exist to make live events more affordable and fair? Guest host Gino Fanelli addresses those questions with our panelists: Jimmy Vielkind, state government and politics reporter for WNYC Dan Armbruster, lead singer and founding member of Joywave Zack Mikida, owner/operator of Anthology

Gareth Johnson from Overclockers UK joins Will Laurenson to talk about launching graphics cards, fighting scalpers, and building for long-term growth in the gaming industry. They cover Gareth's shift from customer to digital leader, the dynamics behind huge product drops, and why open banking is a game-changer. Gareth explains how Overclockers UK has evolved from high-spec PC builds to a broader market offering, and how their B2B expansion is meeting demand from industries like Formula One. From site crashes to Discord communities, this episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at one of the UK's most iconic gaming retailers.

NFL London Ticket Prices: Are Fans Being Priced Out?

Episode Summary:In this episode, Jonathan Boyar welcomes Chris Halpin, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Financial Officer of IAC—a holding company known for its savvy capital allocation and track record of building internet leaders like Expedia, Match Group, and Ticketmaster. Chris brings a unique perspective shaped by senior roles at the NFL and Providence Equity before joining IAC. He and Jonathan explore how IAC is navigating today's market, why the stock is significantly undervalued, and how the company is positioning key holdings like Dotdash Meredith, Turo, and Care.com for long-term success. Whether you're an investor, media strategist, or just someone fascinated by the business of the internet, this episode offers a front-row seat to how IAC is building value in unconventional and often overlooked digital businesses. Topics Discussed Chris's unique journey from private equity to the NFL to IAC The transformation of Dotdash Meredith The business case behind IAC's OpenAI partnership How IAC is thinking about Turo's valuation, growth trajectory, and timing around a potential IPO Margin structure and monetization strategy in digital media IAC's approach to valuation, capital allocation, and market mispricing “Sacred cows” and how IAC avoids them Lessons from working with media rights at the NFL Why Chris thinks IAC is trading at a dramatic discount to fair value To learn more visit:www.boyarvaluegroup.comhttps://boyarresearch.substack.com/or follow us on X @boyarvalue    Biography:Christopher Halpin is Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of IAC. Mr. Halpin leads corporate finance, accounting, M&A, investor relations, and administration functions while also overseeing the day-to-day function and execution of IAC's businesses. Prior to his appointment at IAC, Mr. Halpin spent nearly a decade in leadership roles at the National Football League (NFL), most recently serving as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer. In this role Mr. Halpin oversaw strategic planning and data and analytics, as well as key growth areas, including managing the NFL's international business and leading its legalized sports betting strategy. Other past leadership roles at the NFL include Senior Vice President, Consumer Products & Licensing, and Vice President of Media Strategy & Business Development. Before joining the NFL in June 2013, Mr. Halpin was a Partner and Managing Director at Providence Equity Partners. During his 13 years at Providence, Mr. Halpin worked across the firm's investment activities in the Media & Entertainment, Wireless/Satellite and Business Services sectors, and also opened and served as Co-Head of the firm's Hong Kong office. Mr. Halpin started his career in the Merchant Banking Division of Goldman Sachs & Co. Mr. Halpin is a graduate of Princeton University with an A.B. in Economics (Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude), and is a board member of Turo, the Children's Scholarship Fund, the Ladies ProfesUnlocking Investment Opportunities Since 1975 At the Boyar Value Group, we've dedicated nearly five decades to the pursuit of value on behalf of our clients. Founded in 1975, our firm has earned a reputation as a trusted source for uncovering undervalued opportunities in the stock market. To find out more about the Boyar Value Group, please visit www.boyarvaluegroup.com

Step inside the ring with WWE United States Champion Jacob Fatu, the Samoan Werewolf, as he joins us on the show to discuss the fallout from Backlash, including JC Mateo's shocking debut and how it affects The Bloodline's future. Jacob opens up about his emotional journey from watching The Usos during tough times to now standing alongside them as a prominent force in WWE. Plus, he shares what it felt like to win the U.S. Championship at WrestleMania 41 and defends his spot as the top dog on SmackDown. And don't miss the laughs as Jacob reveals who's really the wildest member of the Anoa'i family off camera—some stories might just blow your mind!

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Dead Parrot Salted Lime Light Lager from Florida Avenue Brewing Company.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (18:43): Kathleen shares news that Queen Cher celebrated her 79th birthday, Dolly Parton is releasing a line of Southern inspired frozen meals, Snoop Dogg & Martha Stewart won an Emmy for their 2024 Olympic coverage, Stevie Nicks turns 77 years old, and Jelly Roll has vowed to pledge $20M to build a dog shelter in Tennessee.    TASTING MENU (5:03): Kathleen tastes Simply Doritos White Cheddar Nacho chips, Chocolate Covered Pretzel Oreos, and Albanese Gourmet Gummy Bears.    UPDATES (37:21): Kathleen shares updates on Belichick's girlfriend being kicked out of a Nantucket party, Meghan Markle inks a reduced deal with Netflix,    HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (43:01) : Kathleen reveals the discovery of the secret of what happened to America's “lost colony” of Roanoke.   FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (45:45) : Kathleen shares articles discussing Brits who scaled Everest using anesthetic gas, Bigfoot is spotted in a Michigan swamp, the “Bubblehead family” is a St. Louis urban legend, Buc-ee's has broken ground in Arizona, Pop-Tarts is releasing 6 new summer products, the US Treasury will stop producing new pennies at the end of the year, the Canadian province of Alberta is looking to secede from the country, 17 members of a cartel kingpin's family were escorted into the US by the current administration, Taco Bell is entering Ireland, and Ticketmaster implements up-front ticket pricing.    STUPID TOURIST OF THE WEEK (50:07): A Florida man is gored by a Yellowstone bison, and a Russian tourist dies while leaning out of a train to take a selfie.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (27:58): Kathleen recommends watching “Earnhardt” on Prime Video, “Untold: The Fall of Favre” on Netflix, “Sirens” on Netflix, and “Jamestown” on Prime.    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:13:43): Kathleen reads about how teddy bears got their name. 

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We spend the whole program with Nadav Wieman, a former IDF sniper and now executive director of Breaking the Silence, an organization of Israeli veterans who expose the reality of life in the Occupied Territories and work to end the occupation. He and Ralph discuss Nadav's experience in the IDF and his work trying to turn the tide of sentiment in Israel against the ongoing genocide.Nadav Weiman is the executive director of Breaking the Silence, an organization of Israeli veterans who expose the reality of life in the Occupied Territories and work to end the occupation. Mr. Weiman served in a sniper's team in the special forces of the Nahal brigade and attained the rank of staff sergeant. He also worked as a history and literature teacher and was the legal guardian at a home for underprivileged teens in Tel Aviv.Now the soldiers that gave us testimonies told us that they came to the commander and said, "Okay, this is too much." And the commander said, "Listen, we lost too many dogs in the dog unit, so we're using Palestinians as human shields."Nadav Wieman former IDF sniper and Executive Director of Breaking the SilenceWhen the first soldier came to us in December 2023 and told us about using Palestinians as human shields, I thought it was an isolated event. But then another soldier came and another soldier and another soldier, and then we understood. It's a new protocol. It's called the Mosquito Protocol. “Mosquito,” is a code name on the radio saying, take a Palestinian man and put him in an IDF uniform, and in some cases a GoPro camera on his chest. And then soldiers were ordered to send them into tunnels to sweep the tunnels or into homes to sweep the homes.Nadav WiemanYou have another protocol called “Wasp”. The Wasp Protocol is Palestinians sweeping tunnels, but this time our Palestinians working with the IDF were brought from the West Bank. And they were told that they will get something from us, a permit or something like that.Nadav WiemanNews 5/16/251. Trump has abruptly ended the American war on the Houthi militia in Yemen, saying in a press conference, “You know, we hit them very hard. They had a great capacity to withstand punishment…You can say there's a lot of bravery there…It was amazing what they took. But we honor their commitment and their word,” per Prem Thakker. Behind the scenes, a New York Times report exposes the jaw-dropping waste that precipitated the U.S. backing down from this campaign. Some highlights include that the Houthis almost shot down an F-35 fighter jet – which run about $100 million apiece – that this campaign used so many precision munitions that Pentagon contingency planners grew “increasingly concerned about overall stocks,” and U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM)'s reported metric of success was “bombs dropped,” evoking the failed campaigns in Vietnam, per the Stimson Center's Emma Ashburn. All in all, this campaign cost $1 billion over the course of just 30 days.2. In more stunning news of Pentagon profligacy, CNN reported on May 6th that a SECOND F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jet fell off the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier into the Red Sea following the first lost jet by just over a week. Each of these planes bear a price tag of over $60 million, according to the Navy, just in case you were wondering where your tax dollars are going now that Trump and Musk have slashed the budget of anything resembling a social program.3. In more foreign policy news, Edan Alexander, the last remaining U.S. citizen hostage in Gaza, has been released. Alexander was born and raised in New Jersey, then moved to Israel to serve in the IDF after graduating high school in 2022. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu was quoted saying “[Alexander's release] was achieved thanks to our military pressure and the political pressure exerted by President Trump. This is a winning combination.” Meanwhile Trump posted on Truth Social “Edan Alexander, American hostage thought dead, to be released by Hamas. Great news!” Despite this heraldry however, MSN reports Alexander “rebuffed” a personal meeting with Netanyahu. Counter Currents adds “In a video released by Hamas…last November, Alexander harshly criticized Netanyahu…[accusing] the Israeli leader of abandoning the…[hostages]…and urged Trump…to secure his release.” In this video, Alexander told Netanyahu, “You neglected us…We die a thousand times every day, and no one feels our pain.”4. In a similar vein, the Jerusalem Post reports, “The Trump administration's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, criticized Israel in a meeting with hostage families…[saying] ‘We want to bring the hostages home, but Israel is not willing to end the war.'” Witkoff added “Israel is prolonging [the war] despite the fact that we don't see where else we can go and that an agreement must be reached.” Further, the New Arab reports “The Trump administration has…dropped its longstanding demand for Hamas to disarm as a precondition for a Gaza ceasefire.” This willingness to call a spade a spade regarding Israel's intractable opposition to peace, or even a lasting ceasefire – coupled with a seemingly genuine willingness to realistically approach peace talks – has been a marked point of departure compared to the Biden administration, which “Never Pressured Israel for Ceasefire,” according to Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter, as reported in Drop Site News.5. Turning to some positive consumer protection news, “Ticketmaster will now show how much you'll pay for tickets — fees included — before checkout,” the Verge reports. This “All In Prices” initiative is an effort by the company to comply with the Federal Trade Commission's ban on junk fees. The FTC cracked down on Ticketmaster following the 2022 Taylor Swift Eras Tour “ticketing catastrophe.” In addition to the FTC, the Department of Justice sued Ticketmaster and its parent company, Live Nation in 2024, accusing them of “driving up prices as a result of their alleged monopoly,” while the House passed the TICKET Act in 2024, a law that would “force ticket sellers to show full prices upfront.” The Senate is considering that bill now.6. Meanwhile, Igloo has voluntarily widened a recall of their coolers, related to “possible amputation and crushing hazards,” per ABC. The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a recall notice for a little over a million Igloo 90 Qt. Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers back in February, on the basis that “the tow handle can pinch consumers' fingertips against the cooler,” risking “fingertip amputation.” ABC reports this recall now includes “130,000 additional coolers, as well as approximately 20,000 in Canada and 5,900 in Mexico.” According to the CPSC, “since the recall was initiated in February, Igloo has received 78 reports of injuries involving the recalled coolers, including 26 reports of bone fractures, fingertip amputations or lacerations.”7. The first American Pope, Leo XIV, addressed the College of Cardinals on Sunday, in part explaining his decision to take that particular name. According to Business Insider, AI played a major role. The Pope told the college, “I chose to take the name Leo XIV…mainly because Pope Leo XIII in his historic Encyclical 'Rerum Novarum' addressed the social question in the context of the first great industrial revolution…In our own day, the Church offers to everyone the treasury of her social teaching in response to another industrial revolution and to developments in the field of artificial intelligence that pose new challenges for the defence of human dignity, justice, and labor.” In a January 2024 message, Pope Francis said “At this time in history, which risks becoming rich in technology and poor in humanity, our reflections must begin with the human heart.”8. Turning to domestic politics, 25-year-old Democratic National Committee Vice Chair David Hogg is fighting an uphill battle to remain in his post. The activist and survivor of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas school shooting has been a target of the party hierarchs since he refused to disassociate himself from the mission of the organization he cofounded – Leaders We Deserve – which seeks to primary “asleep-at-the-wheel” Democrats. On May 10th, POLITICO reported that Hogg sought a compromise with the party, vowing that he would erect a “internal firewall,” barring him from “accessing any internal DNC information about congressional and state legislative races as long as he was supporting challengers.” The DNC flatly refused. Instead, it would seem they are trying to oust Hogg by voiding his election, claiming it violated “fairness and gender diversity,” rules, per Semafor. On May 13th, the DNC's Credentials Committee voted to nullify the results of the February election, the Hill reports. According to POLITICO, the full DNC could “opt to hold a virtual vote ahead of the meeting later this summer. Otherwise it will take the issue up during its August meeting.”9. In Newark, New Jersey, Mayor Ras Baraka was “arrested and detained by masked federal immigration police Friday when he joined three Democratic congressmembers set to tour a newly reopened 1,000-bed [ICE] jail run by GEO Group,” Democracy Now! reports. This is the latest installment in the power struggle between federal agents and local officials over immigration, an escalation from the arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan in April. Dugan herself was indicted this week for supposedly “obstructing or impeding a proceeding,” per Wisconsin Public Radio. Alina Habba, U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, tweeted, “The Mayor of Newark…committed trespass…He has willingly chosen to disregard the law…He has been taken into custody.” She added in all caps, “NO ONE IS ABOVE THE LAW.” Chilling words.10. Finally, we pay tribute to Uruguayan revolutionary, anti-dictatorship rebel and former president José “Pepe” Mujica, who passed away this week following a protracted battle with esophageal cancer. Mujica was celebrated throughout the world during his tenure as president for his humble lifestyle; He was called ‘the world's poorest president' famously driving a beat-up old VW bug and donating the bulk of his salary. In 2013, he delivered a bombshell speech at the United Nations in wherein he decried capitalism and the environmental destruction it has wrought. Pulitzer Prize-winning author and historian Greg Grandin eulogized Mujica, writing “He was a member of the insurgent, armed Tupamarus, and served 14 years in prison, much of it in solitary, subject to extreme torture techniques taught by US advisors… Upon his release, he helped build the Frente Amplio into one of the most successful left coalitions. He radiated humility and humanity but he knew that power was meant to be taken and used, and behind his smile was steel. He was 89.”This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

On this special edition of 'The Will Cain Show,' Will sits down for an unfiltered, wide-ranging conversation with music icon and cultural lightning rod Kid Rock just hours before 'Kid Rock's Rock N Rodeo' show tonight. They cover everything from Kid Rock's lifelong friendship and late-night calls to President Donald Trump to why he believes the media is “public enemy number one” and how conservatism has become the new rebellion. Will and Kid Rock also dive into Kid Rock's mission to overhaul the ticketing industry, why authenticity still matters in a world addicted to fake, and much more. Watch 'Kid Rock's Rock N Rodeo' LIVE tonight at 8pm Eastern - Exclusively on FOXNation.com [and if you miss it, you can always catch it on demand]  Tell Will what you thought about this podcast by emailing WillCainShow@fox.com Subscribe to The Will Cain Show on YouTube here: Watch The Will Cain Show! Follow Will on Twitter: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Wrestling Soup Podcast, the hosts tackle a wide array of topics, beginning with discussions about serious health issues among wrestlers. They then delve into professional wrestling controversies, including Hulk Hogan addressing his haters and Ricochet's contentious social media activity. The podcast also explores the high ticket prices for WWE events, including SmackDown in Dublin and WrestleMania in New Orleans. Additionally, they touch upon broader themes like corporate greed, with a particular focus on Netflix and Apple's recent business practices. Personal updates about SmackDown's Andrew's car accident and Don Tony's sick father round off the episode, making it a blend of industry news, personal anecdotes, and deep discussions.00:36 Jim Ross's Cancer Battle03:45 Wrestling Soup Introduction06:05 Sky Blue's Injury details19:10 WWE Ticket Pricing Controversy30:33 Netflix and WWE Partnership35:21 The Rise and Fall of WWE Storylines36:58 WWE's Pricing Strategy and Fan Impact55:46 Hulk Hogan's Controversial Legacy01:05:32 Ricochet's Social Media Drama01:13:24 Closing Remarks and Community UpdatesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Bitch Sesh Listeners,If you bought tickets to see our tour show in either DALLAS, AUSTIN, DENVER and LOS ANGELES we are devastated to announce we have had to cancel those shows. YOU WILL BE FULLY AND AUTOMATICALLY REFUNDED.(see details from Ticketmaster below)Unfortunately, Danielle had a very important family matter come up that she must attend to. We sincerely, sincerely apologize to you all as this is not what we forsaw or wanted to happen and we feel terribly. We were so excited to come to so many cities on our spring tour and have been prepping and practicing our songs, videos, dances and boots on the ground mics for months now. We were so looking forward to spending a few hours in the loving arms of our garbage friends in those cities. We are eternally grateful and honored that you bought tickets, and again, we feel so badly to have to disappoint you. Luckily, our SAN FRANCISCO AND SEATTLE SHOWS ARE STILL ON. We are looking forward to seeing those of you who bought tickets there.We will also will be doing an online two year anniversary show for everyone in Garbage World on May 14th at 5:30PST/8:30EST. More details to come.Thank you for your understanding. We love you all,Casey and DanielleFrom TicketmasterThe good news is that no action is required to obtain a refund. It will be processed to the original method of payment used at time of purchase, as soon as funds are received from the Event Organizer. It should appear on your account within 14-21 days.Please Note: If the tickets were transferred to you, the refund will go to the fan who originally purchased the tickets from Ticketmaster.Please see our Purchase Policy for more information.-Ticketmaster Fan Support

EP#728: Bryan & Krissy take an entire episode to break down the current craziness in live entertainment ticketing. From availability to prices, venue hogging to scalping, starving artists to shuttering festivals, there is plenty of blame to go around! So the two people LEAST qualified to discuss the matter....discuss the matter. Watch EP #728 on YouTube! Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  @thecommercialbreak Youtube: youtube.com/thecommercialbreak TikTok: @tcbpodcast Website: www.tcbpodcast.com CREDITS: Hosts: Bryan Green & Krissy Hoadley Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits Written, Voiced and Produced by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices