Podcasts about Tony Soprano

Brief thoughts about returning to open mic-Recaps of last week's TNA Smackdown, AEW Collision, this week's Raw AEW Dynamite and NXT-going into my mind state going back to comedy after a month hiatus, and not knowing if it will be the same post melt down-not writing my irrational thoughts down for several days-Forest fires in Canada and how the air quality looked so yellow it gave me a Tony Soprano level trigger of one of my most infamous 2011 dreams-comments about me going aggressive over women cogs in media when Ive literally risked my life going at top level men in the game so limited identity politics won't work on me especially if pick me's in media are auditioning to be Mar A Lago bimbos online political fandom mad at me for calling propagandists that normalized Platner-How todays personalities want to be Howard Stern but all they are is Ralph Cirella-Alt media personalities are uncharismatic-every cog in the game being initiated-every delegation adding to the divide-how I want to be a spirit-country vs country aesthetic-glorified thots-AIPAC funding both sides of discourse-grifting off genocide-glad Im not sought after-Taking advantage of ppl spying journal entries-embracing irrational thoughts-not needing to please ppl to have a social life if it reminds of the past-regretting going back on IG-suspecting everyone lies-blind fandom-Howard and Vince similarities-not knowing half of the staffers released by Stern Show-Me doing more consistent broadcasting than Howard-being black balled-being punished by the hive mind-how being into women gives them the upper hand-Hollywood always being conservative and funding the internet discourse-looking at all the angles of potential scenarios-regressive behavior-Trolls-Dreams-Jay Z Concert discourse-the beef in hip hop and where it is going-Chuck Schumer farting- Ebro Rosenberg-Music from last week-DSOTR TNA Episode 3-power slap-Conor McGregor-wrestling conspiracies-CM Punk discourse Mia Yim/Keith Lee-Meltzer Mercedes-Lindsey Graham dead-Is Mitch McConnell alive-Streamers not main character ready and won't take accountability-ICE-the fake libs deny Bill Clinton is a creep-the fake libs and left uplifted Hunter Biden only for him to hang out w Nick Fuentes Gimmicked elections-Boosie Trump-dumbing down Joe Rogan-Iran war-fake martyr politicians-gender affirming care-Israel aid-Fetterman against democrats

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Grab your alumni gear, because Episode 271 of Beer, Blues, and BS is officially in session! We're kicking things off with a massive shout-out to our listeners tuning in all the way from Hong Kong, alongside a proud roll call for fellow Fighting Sioux alumni. This week, a major pop culture news drop takes center stage as the crew reacts to breaking headlines from the BBC regarding the future of Doctor Who—including a canceled Christmas special and a surprising shift in production. This immediate dive down the entertainment rabbit hole sparks an incredibly passionate debate about the overall decline of massive franchises like Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and the newly axed Stargate reboot. The guys break down why the modern "10-episode streaming season" is failing character development, contrasting it with the gold standard of 90s television. Over on the beverage counter, the "What's on Tap" segment delivers a relentless gauntlet of hits and misses. Mark Kidder mixes up a cherry-free Old Fashioned dedicated to his grandfather, while Tony Soprano drops in late (thanks, Windows updates!) to review a hard seltzer that tastes exactly like old-school green plastic-tube popsicles. Meanwhile, LCL Geek and Howard Blues team up to test a highly anticipated hop water from Montana that, unfortunately, leaves them feeling like they're drinking watery IPA backwash. Inside this Episode: Franchise Fatigue: Why Hollywood keeps alienating long-term fans by "chasing new audiences" instead of telling good stories. The 1940s World Cup Twist: Howard tracks the chaotic, final-minute heartbreak of the USA vs. Paraguay soccer match. AI Thumbnail Fails: Howard shares a hilarious nightmare creation from Google Gemini after attempting to sharpen a blurry photo of Doc. On Tap this Episode: Mark Kidder: An artisanal Old Fashioned featuring Batch 27 Bourbon and local syrup. Tony Soprano: Happy Dad Hard Seltzers (Lemon-Lime and Watermelon). Rudeboy Kyle: A crisp German Pilsner out of Iowa and a Mexican-style Lime Lager. Doc: Old Keg Premium Butterscotch Beer & Hawaiian Soda Co. Passion Orange Guava. Big D: A Belgian-style ale paired with NBA Finals leftovers & a canned Blue Hawaiian cocktail. LCL Geek & Howard Blues: Kettle House Hop Water    Recorded: 6.12.26 0:00 – Intro 3:09 – What's on Tap? 24:05 – Viral Video & Henri Mancini 29:08 – Dad Jokes of the Week 31:08 – AI Doc 36:02 – What's on Tap? Round 2 45:41 – Doctor Who News & Reaction 55:11 – Hollywood Rehash Rantings 1:21:16 – Cheap Plugs   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 1:48   #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #IPA #CraftBeer #BeerBluesBS #DoctorWho #Stargate #StarTrek #ChrisFarley #HopWater #OldFashioned #PopCultureDebate #FightingSioux #PodcastLife #Starwars #IndianaJones

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Whether we like it or not, our children are our ultimate "mini-mes"—catching our habits, our words, and our faith in the quiet, unfiltered moments of everyday life. In Part 3 of the Faith & Family series, we are tearing down the legalistic checklists and diving into the raw, beautiful, and sometimes exhausting reality of parenting.From a childhood memory of getting lost off a school bus to an unexpected insight from Tony Soprano, this episode unpacks a foundational shift every parent needs to make: We are stewards, not owners, of our children.If you've ever felt completely unqualified, overwhelmed, or terrified of repeating the mistakes of your past, this conversation is for you. We explore how to navigate the high-wire act of discipline, grace, and freedom, and why setting healthy boundaries today builds a resilient foundation for your child's future. You don't have to be a perfect parent to be a faithful one. Tune in to discover how to lead your family with clarity, intention, and a grace that outlasts the mess.Key Scripture Covered:Genesis 33:5, Genesis 48:9, Isaiah 8:18 (Children as a gift)Luke 12:48 (The weight of stewardship)Ephesians 6:1-4 & Deuteronomy 6:6-7 (Structure and continuous instruction)1 Corinthians 11:1 & Titus 2:6-7 (The power of modeling)—To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com  Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

The witness protection program is about changing a person after they become a witness. Jesus asks us to change in order to become witnesses.Life lived is life learned. Every experience has facts, concepts and applications.  These arestories from the eclectic life of Lonnie Jones, Licensed ProfessionalCounselor, Minister, SWAT Team Chaplain, Outdoor Enthusiast, Quixotic Jedi andholder of an honorary doctorate from the University of Adversity.  To Support this podcast projectplease send gifts via Venmo @Lonnie-Jones-19 or use Cash App$Lonniejones3006.    Please follow us and share. Want lonnie to speak at yourevent?  Contact:  lonjones@bellsouth.net Check out YouTube for thelive eye view while the episode was being recorded.  Also look for archived lessons, Skits, and videosshowing/explaining some of the rope stuff we talk about.  YouTube.com/@LonnieJones Visit www.lonniejones.org  to find links tooriginal art, swag, 550guys and the following books:"Cognitive SpiritualDevelopment: A Christ Centered Approach to Spiritual Self Esteem";"Grappling With Life. Controlling Your Inside Space";"Pedagogue" The Youth Ministry Book by Lonnie Jones; "If I Werea Mouse" a children's story written and illustrated by Lonnie Jones;"The Selfish Rill, a story about a decision" A fantasy parableby Lonnie Jones.   T-shirts, stickers, prints and other art at www.teespring.com/stores/lonnie-jones-art https://lonnie-jones-art.creator-spring.com/listing/buy-podcast-swag?products=46  #www.worldchristian.org#tkminc2001@twlakes.net #www.hcu.edu #hpcitizensfoundation.orgFaulkner.edu/kgst  graduateenrollment@faulkner.edu    

En este capítulo de su podcast favorito de la serie del momento, Los Soprano, Diego y Valeria comentan dos tremendos capítulos: Por una parte está la incursión de Christopher en Hollywood con "D-Girl" (S02E07) y por otra el error que comete Tony Soprano en "Full Leather Jacket" (S02E08), un capítulo que tiene consecuencias tan nefastas que dan ganas de ver el 09 al tiro, cosa que no haremos porque debemos respetar la grabación de podcast. Recuerden seguir nuestro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bada.bingers/ Y recuerden también que pueden suscribirse y tener estos episodios antes en www.patreon.com/hermeselsabio

Eric D'Alessandro joins the pod to poke fun at Italians, boomers, streamers, and AI. Eric discusses parenting today, why younger generations are not aging like older generations, and how the fuck were Tony Soprano and George Costanza in their 30s during The Sopranos and Seinfeld? Eric also breaks down why serious comics and streamers have caused the line between performance vs real life to be blurred. If you say something is a joke, but you actually believe it, is it really comedy!? 

“Se vuoi capire come ragiona Trump devi guardarti I Soprano, ma nessuno penserebbe che Soprano con la sua ditta di smaltimento rifiuti fosse un business model per un grande imprenditore" (Cit. Professor Vittorio Emanuele Parsi, Docente di Relazioni Internazionali all'Università Cattolica di Milano e Accademico dei Lincei.)La frase del Professore è in linea con il lavoro che da due anni faccio con AmericanA, comprendere gli Stati Uniti attraverso l'analisi psicologica dei personaggi delle serie tv americane: il loro prodotti di soft power ad oggi di maggior successo.In questa puntata discutiamo perciò insieme di analogie e differenze, sia sul piano psicologico sia politico, tra Donald Trump e I Soprano.La puntata è disponibile anche in video su Spotify e YouTube.Partecipa ad Inside: ⁠⁠https://substack.com/@eliistamericana⁠⁠Tutto il mio mondo qui: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/eliist⁠⁠I libri citati in puntata:- Contro gli Imperi, Parsi.- Titanic. Il naufragio dell'ordine liberale, Parsi- Donald Trump, David Cay Johnston- Paura, Bob Woodward- Sempre troppo e mai abbastanza, Mary Trump- Contro l'oligarchia, Sanders- Buio americano, Del Pero LICENZA SIAE NUMERO: 202600000049

"You would probably prefer to take money from Tony Soprano." Jeremy Horowitz has spent a decade in the Shopify ecosystem, scaled brands at Gorgias, and now runs a PE fund that's reviewed nearly 500 deals. He acquired a WhatsApp marketing app called Coco AI and he's still hunting for his next Shopify brand in the $10-100M range. We get into what actually makes a business sellable (and what kills a deal instantly), how earnouts and seller notes really work, why DTC as we knew it is dead, and his scorching take on why Shopify Capital loans are worse than credit card debt at 40% effective interest. SPONSORS Swym - Wishlists, Back in Stock alerts, & more getswym.com/kurt Zipify - Build high-converting sales funnels zipify.com/KURT LINKS Jeremy Horowitz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyhorowitz1/ Coco AI (WhatsApp Marketing for Shopify): https://my-coco.ai/ WORK WITH KURT Apply for Shopify Help ethercycle.com/apply See Our Results ethercycle.com/work Free Newsletter kurtelster.com The Unofficial Shopify Podcast is hosted by Kurt Elster and explores the stories behind successful Shopify stores. Get actionable insights, practical strategies, and proven tactics from entrepreneurs who've built thriving ecommerce businesses.

Subscribe to Throwing Fits on Patreon. Apologies about this week's audio. Sadly we lost one of the tracks so reverting to the camera audio was our only option. We know this is less than ideal. Our interview with Matt McCormick is a piece of art. Matt—a bi-coastal multimedia artist—swung by our stu in his old stomping grounds to talk all black fits to honor the fallen homies, copping Tony Soprano's watch, Japanese cigs are healtheir, the artistic appeal or lack thereof of Zyns, how addiction hindered his practice, he probably served us back when he was bartending in NYC, the current state of the American male and how his masculinity has evolved over the years and influenced his work, cowboys fuck with him, the good, the bad and the ugly of the art world, Instagram changed everything, he was too much of a boomer to figure out NFTs, how he uses AI as an ethical tool, we try to get him to hate on a bunch of wack shit, westernwear stolen valor, guys who mount skate decks on their walls, when he was on the road babysitting Odd Future he was the actual troublemaker, why the tech world doesn't want to buy art, how his buddy John Mayor commissions pieces, and much more on Matt McCormick's interview with The Only Podcast That Matters™.

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Last Week's Raw NXT AEW Dynamite Recaps-Mental Health fall out from last podcast and potential mind games-trolls doubling down-weaponizing my mental health-turning artforms into drama-years of notes on tactics used against me-unsubscribing from a lot of alt media-higher ups contaminate everything in my life-decades of agents marketed drama -being passed down to different Iceberg Slims-lack of true freedom of speech-future vindication- wokeness-the numbers game-mental health victory made others spiral as much as they wanted me to-vultures- instilling drama so you never have mental clarity-Howard Stern gave vultures a style to run with-cogs could not truly handle the role they have given me-Tony Soprano level therapy sessions- realizing inexperienced cogs need to experience the bad before understanding their mental illness-worst impulses- Katt Williams humiliation ritual-preparing for mental battles and people disturbing my peace-earning the right to call my shots mentally-regressive behavior will wear the unwell done as it accumulates-Unbiased Drake recap and the discourse around his ICEMAN heel persona and not so much on the other albums-being in the worst era of analysis from hip hop media-DJ Khaled Palestine-Mainstream comedy becoming sports entertainment-online media watering down comedy like reality shows watered down artists leverage-Tony Khan- Joe Rogan-bored with political discourse-Fundamentalists regimes-fake left embracing white nationalists-AEW Collision and TNA recap-More Mental Health stuff and envisioning every scenario possible-being a social experiment the last 20 years-punishment for being irrational-tokens-preparing for alienation-people looking for public meltdowns-not giving into the drama-my word standing on its own-people doing tactics I have studied for decades-cogs all ending up alone in the end because we are all discarded-people want darker side to come out-how I lash out about my thoughts-dealing with mentally unwell people-industry spies keeping an eye on who says what-irrational hatred for by people who secretly listen-spending days away from political and wrestling discourse that I don't even give a shit if my recap from last week's Raw is out of date

The guys spiral through “cognitive push-ups,” James Bond trivia, Tony Soprano recall battles, and the greatest hockey player names of all time—including the legendary Jimbob Ghostkeeper. Plus: lavender vanilla matcha allegations. (00:00) Intro (01:04) Mailbag (31:36) Bud Grant (51:47) Wife advice (01:10:43) Lifetime supplies Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrau Check out The Ringer's 2026 Fantasy Football Rankings: https://theringer.com/fantasy-football/2026-preseason Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com Shop Amazon and save the everyday. Visit amazon.com today. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Austin Gayle, Abou Kamara, Carlos Chiriboga, and Cameron Dinwiddie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Retired Kansas City Police Intelligence Unit Detective Gary Jenkins sits down with returning guest Scott Deitch for a detailed exploration of one of the more understated yet influential figures in organized crime—Jerry Catena. Scott Deitch, known for his deep research and engaging storytelling, brings insight from his books Cigar City Mafia, Garden State Gangland, and his upcoming release Jersey Boss. The conversation moves from Tampa's mob history to the inner workings of the Genovese crime family, with a focus on Catena's calculated rise through the ranks.

Chris, Paul, Jordan & Lily cover one of the bleakest hours of the show yet where we seem to get the answer to a fundamental question about Tony Soprano's true nature. It's an uncomfortable, audacious, and fascinating hour in which we get to talk about casinos, funeral etiquette, death platitudes, and drug-induced revelations. All this and so much more, just as soon as we hand-carry Paul through the worst crisis he ever had...   WE HAVE A PATREON NOW! Please check us out and support us so we can keep dishing out some audio Sunday dinner for you at www.patreon.com/thesopranospodcast   TheSopranosPodcast@Gmail.com @TheSopranosPodcast - Instagram @SopranosPodcast - X (Formerly Twitter)

Charles "Pee Wee" Goldsmith is back. The former President of the Hells Angels Las Vegas chapter returns to Locked In with Ian Bick for Part 2 — and this time nothing is held back. In this episode Pee Wee goes deeper than ever before. From police raids and Tony Soprano comparisons to the untold stories from inside the club, the Hollywood appearances nobody knew about, and what it was really like going to prison as a Hell's Angel. He opens up about his biggest regrets as President, the members who never should have joined, and what the next generation of bikers will never understand about the old school way of life. This is the conversation Hell's Angels insiders don't want you to hear. _____________________________________________ #HellsAngels #TrueCrime #BikerLife _____________________________________________ Thank you to RUGIET for sponsoring this episode: Head to https://www.rugiet.com/lockedin and get 15% off your ED treatment. _____________________________________________ Connect with Charles "Pee Wee" Goldsmith: https://charliepeeweegoldsmith.com/ _____________________________________________ Watch Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Ulmi1IoyeMgIqJ9kBwnh9 _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 The Police Raids, Tony Soprano Comparisons and How It All Started 01:01 What Life Actually Looks Like After Leaving the Club 01:45 The Best Moments — Traveling the World as a Hell's Angel 02:18 How Other Countries See the Hell's Angels Differently 03:03 The Politics Nobody Talks About — Support Clubs and Power 05:40 Territory Wars, Rivalries and What Happens When You Cross the Line 07:02 Violence, the News and How Social Media Changed Everything 09:02 What Power Really Feels Like From Inside the Club 11:14 Reputation, Podcast Drama and the Loyalty Problem 13:02 Where the Hell's Angels Are Headed — Generational Change 15:01 Being a Father, Club Brotherhood and the Regrets He Carries 19:01 Police Raids, Chaos and Why He Can Laugh About It Now 22:20 The Rules Nobody Breaks — Drugs, Order and Club Discipline 24:30 His Biggest Regrets as President and Who Should Never Have Joined 28:00 Women, Property Patches and the Truth About Club Relationships 31:00 Vegas, Gambling and the Members Who Got Kicked Out 34:00 Club Dues, Work Requirements and Financial Discipline 38:00 Dealing With Cops, Legitimate Work and Everyday Club Life 45:00 Hollywood Came Calling — His Movie Appearances and Famous Encounters 48:30 The Stories He's Never Told — Funny Moments From Inside the Club 53:00 Club Life vs Family Life — How He Balanced Both and Screened Wives 01:00:00 Old School Bikers vs the New Generation — What Changed 01:10:00 Going to Prison as a Hell's Angel — Brotherhood, Gangs and Survival 01:22:00 Prison Stories — Cellmates, Drama and the Toughest Times 01:38:00 What Brotherhood Really Means When You're Behind Bars 01:49:00 Surviving Prison by Hustling — What He Did to Get By 01:58:00 Healthcare Nightmares, Lawsuits and Adjusting to Life After Release 02:09:00 The Day He Stopped Riding and What That Felt Like 02:13:00 Losing His License and Keeping His Independence 02:15:00 Final Thoughts — What He'd Tell Anyone Thinking About This Life _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charles "Pee Wee" Goldsmith is back. The former President of the Hells Angels Las Vegas chapter returns to Locked In with Ian Bick for Part 2 — and this time nothing is held back. In this episode Pee Wee goes deeper than ever before. From police raids and Tony Soprano comparisons to the untold stories from inside the club, the Hollywood appearances nobody knew about, and what it was really like going to prison as a Hell's Angel. He opens up about his biggest regrets as President, the members who never should have joined, and what the next generation of bikers will never understand about the old school way of life. This is the conversation Hell's Angels insiders don't want you to hear. _____________________________________________ #HellsAngels #TrueCrime #BikerLife _____________________________________________ Thank you to RUGIET for sponsoring this episode: Head to https://www.rugiet.com/lockedin and get 15% off your ED treatment. _____________________________________________ Connect with Charles "Pee Wee" Goldsmith: https://charliepeeweegoldsmith.com/ _____________________________________________ Watch Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Ulmi1IoyeMgIqJ9kBwnh9 _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 The Police Raids, Tony Soprano Comparisons and How It All Started 01:01 What Life Actually Looks Like After Leaving the Club 01:45 The Best Moments — Traveling the World as a Hell's Angel 02:18 How Other Countries See the Hell's Angels Differently 03:03 The Politics Nobody Talks About — Support Clubs and Power 05:40 Territory Wars, Rivalries and What Happens When You Cross the Line 07:02 Violence, the News and How Social Media Changed Everything 09:02 What Power Really Feels Like From Inside the Club 11:14 Reputation, Podcast Drama and the Loyalty Problem 13:02 Where the Hell's Angels Are Headed — Generational Change 15:01 Being a Father, Club Brotherhood and the Regrets He Carries 19:01 Police Raids, Chaos and Why He Can Laugh About It Now 22:20 The Rules Nobody Breaks — Drugs, Order and Club Discipline 24:30 His Biggest Regrets as President and Who Should Never Have Joined 28:00 Women, Property Patches and the Truth About Club Relationships 31:00 Vegas, Gambling and the Members Who Got Kicked Out 34:00 Club Dues, Work Requirements and Financial Discipline 38:00 Dealing With Cops, Legitimate Work and Everyday Club Life 45:00 Hollywood Came Calling — His Movie Appearances and Famous Encounters 48:30 The Stories He's Never Told — Funny Moments From Inside the Club 53:00 Club Life vs Family Life — How He Balanced Both and Screened Wives 01:00:00 Old School Bikers vs the New Generation — What Changed 01:10:00 Going to Prison as a Hell's Angel — Brotherhood, Gangs and Survival 01:22:00 Prison Stories — Cellmates, Drama and the Toughest Times 01:38:00 What Brotherhood Really Means When You're Behind Bars 01:49:00 Surviving Prison by Hustling — What He Did to Get By 01:58:00 Healthcare Nightmares, Lawsuits and Adjusting to Life After Release 02:09:00 The Day He Stopped Riding and What That Felt Like 02:13:00 Losing His License and Keeping His Independence 02:15:00 Final Thoughts — What He'd Tell Anyone Thinking About This Life _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why We Stopped Cheering for Heroes | The Psychology of the Anti-Hero & Cultural Collapse . What if our obsession with anti-heroes isn't entertainment at all… but psychological confession? . Why did millions secretly cheer for Walter White after he poisoned a child? Why do cultures increasingly trust the man who "refuses to come back" from the darkness? And what happens to a civilization when it stops believing in the final stage of the Hero's Journey? . In this episode of The Polymathic Perspective, Dov Baron examines why modern audiences no longer resonate with heroes who return transformed, but instead become emotionally attached to characters who descend into darkness and stay there.  . Through the polymathic lenses of Depth Psychology, Cultural Narrative, Political Identity, history, and Emotional Source Code™, this episode explores: Why anti-heroes function as psychological permission slips  The hidden meaning behind our fascination with Walter White, Tony Soprano, Don Draper, The Joker, and Beth Dutton  How entertainment acts as emotional rehearsal, not escape  The rise of the "Disenfranchised Self."  Why authoritarian leaders psychologically mirror the modern anti-hero  The emotional mechanism behind Andrew Jackson's rise, and why it still matters  How wounded populations search for vessels to reclaim their denied identity  Why collapsing trust in institutions changes the stories cultures consume  The dangerous psychological seduction of coherence during uncertainty  What happens when a culture no longer believes anyone is waiting "at the fire" for the hero's return  . This episode is about the emotional architecture beneath modern identity, politics, leadership, belonging, and cultural fragmentation. . If you've ever felt yourself pulled toward characters who break rules, reject systems, or stop pretending entirely, this conversation may explain why. . Because the real danger isn't the anti-hero. The real danger is a culture that no longer believes transformation is possible. Key Themes Anti-heroes and modern identity  Emotional Source Code™  The Disenfranchised Self  Political psychology  Cultural collapse  Hero's Journey vs anti-hero narrative  Meaning-making and identity  Psychological projection  Leadership and authoritarianism  Entertainment as emotional rehearsal  Joseph Campbell and modern culture  Psychological coherence in unstable systems . About the Host Dov Baron is a polymathic thinker, speaker, and creator of Emotional Source Code™, known for examining the hidden emotional architecture beneath leadership, identity, culture, and human behavior. His work bridges neuroscience, psychology, meaning-making, systems thinking, and organizational leadership. https://DovBaron.com Subscribe & Share If this episode challenged you, irritated you, or made you rethink something you thought you understood… share it with someone capable of sitting inside difficult questions. And if you've spent your life sensing patterns other people miss, you're not broken. You may simply be seeing the architecture beneath the surface. Subscribe to The Polymathic Perspective for weekly documentary-style explorations into power, identity, culture, perception, and meaning. . #PolymathicPerspective #DovBaron #BreakingBad #AntiHero #WalterWhite #LeadershipPsychology #EmotionalSourceCode #PoliticalPsychology #CultureWars #HeroJourney #JosephCampbell #IdentityCrisis #PsychologyOfPower #Authoritarianism #MeaningMaking #CulturalAnalysis #DepthPsychology #NarrativePsychology #HumanBehavior #SystemsThinking  

“Has Comedy Gone Too Far? Spaghetti Standoffs, Sour Candy Poetry, and the Elvis Effect” JB opens up about watching a high-profile celebrity roast and realizing it crossed a line from clever to uncomfortable, admitting, “If it makes me uncomfortable, that says a lot.” Sandy jumps in with sharp insight about where comedy, fame, and humanity collide, turning a pop-culture moment into a deeper discussion about boundaries, empathy, and what humor should really do. From there, the episode takes its signature turn into laugh-out-loud territory. Sandy confesses he's delaying getting his life back on track because of one extremely specific obstacle: a massive batch of homemade shrimp spaghetti no one else will touch. The debate spirals into classic JB and Sandy banter, complete with Tony Soprano vibes and zero regrets. Things get delightfully bizarre with a listener request that pushes Sandy to his creative limits—an original Ode to Lemonhead Candy. What follows is a sour, chaotic, surprisingly passionate performance featuring lines like “You sour little punk” and a self-issued thumbs-down that somehow makes the whole thing even better. The episode also hits peak nostalgia and curiosity with a rapid-fire question that sparks instant consensus in the room: Who is the sexiest man of all time? Tricia doesn't hesitate, declaring vintage Elvis Presley the clear winner—prompting reactions ranging from awe to mild identity crises. “Even his fingers looked sexy,” she insists, and honestly, it's hard to argue. Add in quirky small-town observations, Fredericksburg peach drama, Wordle obsession strategies, and the long-running “Babies Love” saga, and you've got an episode that perfectly captures the heart of the show: smart conversation, genuine laughs, and moments you didn't know you needed. 

Send us Fan MailWhat if television didn't just reflect America's changing morals… but helped shape them?For over two decades, audiences have celebrated antiheroes like Tony Soprano, Walter White, Dexter Morgan, and Ray Shoesmith — deeply flawed men whose violence, corruption, and manipulation become strangely acceptable because we understand their motivations.In this provocative solo discussion, Joe Curdy explores the rise of morally gray storytelling and asks an uncomfortable question:Did America become so conditioned to rooting for antiheroes that we started doing the same thing in real life?Connecting prestige television to modern politics, celebrity culture, and the growing belief that “the ends justify the means,” this episode examines how the antihero became America's favorite archetype — and what that says about us now.Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!Read our Letterboxd reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=msFollow us on TikTok at:https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateandbingepodcast

What a dramatic May Bank Holiday in the League of Ireland. We saw our first managerial casualty as Jon Daly finally fell by the wayside at Waterford, but who wants the job as Tony Soprano once said? At the top, Rovers are back in control, but find out why Stephen Bradley was unhappy on two fronts this weekend. Meanwhile, in the First Division, the Usher out brigade are back in full swing following a shocking weekend for Cork City. Surely they can't blow promotion, can they? Sponsored by QuinnAV.ie & BAR 1 Betting (18+, gamblingcare.ie)

How do you make a devastating story feel funny—without losing its truth? In this episode of the podcast, Jacob Krueger explores Dying for Sex, the extraordinary limited series created by Elizabeth Meriwether and Kim Rosenstock, to break down one of the most elusive tools in screenwriting: tone. Focusing on a single scene from episode 5, Jake shows how the writers take one of the darkest confrontations imaginable—a daughter facing her mother about trauma—and shape it into something that is simultaneously heartbreaking and hilarious. Along the way, he explores three key ideas: how juxtaposing tones can deepen emotional impact, why tone is something you layer over your script in rewrites, and how tone is central to a television series engine—helping a show feel both the same and different across episodes. Drawing inspiration from Falstaff's tragicomic end in Henry IV, Part 2, Tony Soprano's fractured family, and his own early playwriting misadventures, Jake reveals a powerful truth: Tone isn't a single instrument you play. It's something you shape—note by note—until the whole piece sings.

In this episode, we break down how it all ends in The Sopranos—from the top of the food chain to the most forgotten soldiers. Who really won? Who lost everything? And what does that infamous cut to black actually mean?We dive into the fates of Tony Soprano, Christopher Moltisanti, Adriana La Cerva, Corrado "Junior" Soprano and more—grouping them into one harsh reality: in this world, there are only three endings… you die, you flip, or you survive long enough to lose everything.From tragic downfalls to quiet survivals, we unpack how each character's ending reflects the deeper themes of the show—power, family, loyalty, and the illusion of control.This isn't just about who lives or dies… it's about what it all costs.Email: Goodearnerpod@gmail.com

La televisión se transforma con series que marcan un antes y un después. Friends (1994) consolida la comedia de amigos urbanos, fenómeno social con audiencias récord y un legado cultural vivo. Los Soprano (1999) redefine el drama criminal con Tony Soprano, un jefe de la mafia que equilibra su vida personal y criminal. Obtiene numerosos premios y su final abierto es muy debatido. Breaking Bad (2008) narra la transformación de Walter White, profesor de química que fabrica metanfetaminas. Aclamada por su narrativa y Bryan Cranston, explora la ambigüedad moral. Juego de Tronos (2011) adapta los libros de G.R.R. Martin. Despliega una producción monumental filmada en diez países, acumula numerosos Emmys y eleva el género fantástico. Stranger Things (2016) mezcla ciencia ficción, terror y nostalgia ochentera. Es un fenómeno global impulsado por redes sociales y lanza la carrera de Millie Bobby Brown. La Casa de Papel, producción española, se convierte en éxito internacional en Netflix, ...

On this episode Aries and Andy talk about black illuminati, opinions, impressions, a message for Marc, Andy is wrong, JayZ, time capsule, the same people, Tony Soprano, when in Europe, clarification, & the return of Sheri! Social Media Instagram: @SpearsBergPod Twitter: @SpearsBergPod Facebook: SpearsBergPod Patreon: SpearsBergPod Youtube: SpearsBergPod  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Chicks on the Right as they host Tony Lapidus, a master impressionist known for his uncanny ability to bring cultural icons to life. From Donald Trump to Piers Morgan, and even Russell Brand, Tony demonstrates how he studies mannerisms, accents, and speech patterns to deliver hilarious and spot-on performances.In this episode, Tony shares his creative process, how he chooses which characters to impersonate, and the challenges of embodying voices like Eminem or Tony Soprano. We also explore his thoughts on AI, imperfection in art, and how human nuance keeps impressions funnier than digital recreations. Fans will love his hilarious anecdotes about being “touched by a demon,” crafting new words like “wankulate”, and even dealing with British journalist Peter Hitchens's reactions.Tony wraps up with a live challenge, flipping seamlessly between Trump, Piers Morgan, and Tucker Carlson, showcasing why his impressions are more than mimicry—they're performances you won't forget. Follow Tony on Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube for more impressions and comedic brilliance. This episode is a must-watch for comedy lovers, impression enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys political satire with a human touch.Subscribe and stay tuned for new episodes every weekday!Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTikTokXLocalsMore InfoWebsite

It's time for Top Chef! In this episode, we pick our chefs for the season. Tony Soprano stops by the studio to help Ify with his draft, Sierra picks off the injured reserve list, and Mike watches an alarming amount of other cooking shows. Check out our merch at maxfunstore.com, support us at maximumfun.org/join, follow us on Instagram @tvcheffantasyleague, and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts!

Send a textIn this episode of Entertain This!, the hosts stage a no-holds-barred main event: a ringside dissection of professional wrestling's legendary “Monday Night War,” the 1990s ratings cage match that pitted World Wrestling Federation's Monday Night Raw against World Championship Wrestling's Monday Nitro. From Vince McMahon's corporate suplexes and Eric Bischoff's nWo invasion to Stone Cold Steve Austin's beer-soaked rebellion, the conversation delivers a perfectly executed takedown of the storylines, egos, and cultural body slams that turned wrestling into prime-time must-see television.The bell then rings for round two as the discussion pivots—without missing a beat—from steel chairs to therapy sessions. HBO's The Sopranos receives a masterclass analysis of its groundbreaking narrative, the morally ambiguous family business, and the way Tony Soprano turned the mob drama into prestige television's original hit job. Expect sharp insights on character arcs sharper than a wiseguy's knife, thematic depth deeper than the Hudson, and the series' enduring legacy as the show that whacked network television's formulaic playbook.Clever, contextual, and endlessly entertaining, this episode proves that whether the action unfolds inside a squared circle or a New Jersey living room, the real prize is capturing an era's imagination—one Monday night at a time.Tune in to Entertain This! wherever podcasts are streamed. New episodes drop weekly.Support the show

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Christian O'Connell's got a wild idea - a dinner party with three fictional TV characters: Tony Soprano, Coach Taylor, and Ted Lasso. He's imagining the hilarious conversations and potential dad-bro bonding between these three. But that's not all - he's also inviting some of his favorite fictional friends, including Phoebe from Friends, Leslie from Parks and Rec, and Fran from The Nanny. Who would get along, who would clash, and what would they talk about? Christian's got a whole crew of fictional characters coming over for a night to remember.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this For Shits & Giggles episode, the hosts look back on all the ridiculous, unnecessary, and absolutely iconic things they've done purely for the plot. From dressing as Camp and hitting the town, to renting a limo just because, to fully committing to a DIY Char Dee McDennis game, nothing is off-limits. They also unpack the current bits in rotation—including Ella's wildly committed Tony Soprano impression—because sometimes the joke is the point. This episode is a love letter to doing things just to do them.Follow & stay connected:IG: @thanks4urconcern @berenicediazm @ellaltudorTikTok: @thanks4yourconcern @berenicediazm @ellaltudorYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thanksforyourconcernpod

In this episode of the Medical Dads, Dr. Harman and Dr. Hsu talk about the intricacies of navigating insurance as a doctor, witnessing patients deal with fine-print issues in life and disability insurance, and having to deal with certain physical therapists whose practices remind Dr. Hsu of Tony Soprano. The doctors also talk about socialized health care in Canada, but first they start off with a discussion about the dangers of falling asleep in the cinema... when you have sleep apnea.Check out Dave's Substack for more! https://davidmhsu.substack.com/

[Rerun] Was Tony Soprano a psychopath? Why did he have panic attacks? Are mobsters inherently sociopathic? How can we explain his behavior and attitudes? Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto explore these questions and more. December 23, 2019This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleEmail: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contactWebsite: https://www.psychologyinseattle.comMerch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.hondaThe Psychology In Seattle Podcast ®Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being.Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com(By The Daily Telegraph. Copyright holders of the image of Madeleine at three are Kate and Gerry McCann. The age-progressed image was commissioned by Scotland Yard from forensic artist Teri Blythe for release to the public. Both images have been widely disseminated by the copyright holders, and have been the subject of significant commentary., Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39861556)

Welcome, everyone, to part one of my interview with Author and retired FBI Special Agent Seamus McElearney. Come back next Sunday for the conclusion of my interview with Seamus. Séamus McElearney began his distinguished career with the FBI in 1998, joining Squad C-10 of the New York Organized Crime Branch. Tasked with investigating the Bonanno and DeCavalcante crime families—infamously known as “the real Sopranos.” In December 1999, he was assigned to arrest Anthony Capo, a violent soldier in the DeCavalcante family, as part of a sweeping indictment. Not only did he safely execute the arrest, but he also achieved a historic breakthrough: persuading Capo to become the first made member in the family’s century-long history to cooperate with law enforcement. This unprecedented move triggered a domino effect of cooperation that ultimately led to the dismantling of the DeCavalcante family. In all, 71 defendants were convicted; 11 murders were solved. As a result, Séamus and the team received the U.S. Attorney’s Office Director’s Award. Following this six-year investigation, Séamus was promoted to lead Squad C-38, overseeing the Colombo crime family. Under his leadership, the squad dismantled the Colombos through a series of operations—including spearheading the largest Mafia takedown in FBI history. The Bonanno squad was later merged into C-38 under his command. As Supervisor, Séamus oversaw investigations that led to the conviction of more than 200 defendants and the resolution of 20 murders. Throughout his career as an Agent and Supervisor, Séamus helped convict ten Mafia bosses, recover five bodies, and solve the murder of an NYPD officer. He was part of historic FBI teams that dismantled three organized crime families—an achievement no one else can claim. Seamus is also the author of the popular book, Flipping Capo: How the FBI Dismantled the Real Sopranos. I’m a fan of the TV show The Sopranos, so it was amazing listening to Seamus explain how the “Real Sopranos” operated and how they were dismantled and brought to justice by Seamus and his team. Please enjoy my conversation with Seamus!   In today’s episode we discuss: ·      Growing up in the Bronx as a first-generation Irish-American. ·      The amazing work ethic that was instilled in him by his parents. ·      Lessons learned working at his dad’s gas station as a kid. ·      Why he chose the FBI and even a dislocated knee couldn’t stop him! ·      How he proved himself as a new FBI agent. ·      His interest in organized crime and his first organized crime case. ·      The benefits of consensual witness phone recordings. ·      Omerta and how RICO changed the code of not being a rat. ·      How to get confessions from mobsters. ·      Anthony Capo and his first impression of the man Tony Soprano was molded from. All of this and more on today’s episode of the Cops and Writers podcast. Visit Seamus's website to learn more about him and his book. Check out the new Cops and Writers YouTube channel! Check out my newest book, The Good Collar (Michael Quinn Vigilante Justice Series Book 1)!!!!! Enjoy the Cops and Writers book series. Please visit the Cops and Writers website.

On the eve of Netflix shoveling a fourish-hour chunk of Stranger Things onto Christmas Day, we visit the past, present, and future of binge-dropped television shows. The strategy of releasing an entire season at the same time has been key to taking Netflix from a little startup that used to lend us DVDs in the mail … to a company so big and powerful, it is maybe going to buy Warner Brothers and own Bugs Bunny and Tony Soprano and the Harry Potter movies.But even Netflix may be flirting with some slightly less binge-y models of content release. Are we entering … the end of the binge drop?On our latest: what data tells us about binge watching. Was it the greatest business decision, and who does binge watching really benefit? Here's some of the research. Pre-order the Planet Money book and get a free gift. / Subscribe to Planet Money+Listen free: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the NPR app or anywhere you get podcasts.Facebook / Instagram / TikTok / Our weekly Newsletter.This episode was produced by Willa Rubin and edited by Meg Cramer. It was fact-checked by Dania Suleman and engineered by Maggie Luthar. Alex Goldmark is our executive producer.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

BT & Sal dive into the brutal world of Tony Soprano, sparking a fiery segment dedicated to dissecting and ranking the boss's most significant and savage personal killings throughout the iconic HBO series. The hosts weigh in on the motivation and brutality of Tony's hits, debating which "whack" was the most impactful. The discussion pivots sharply to the broken economics of Major League Baseball, fueled by a shocking financial statistic: the Dodgers' luxury tax payment alone is higher than the entire total payroll of 16 MLB teams. The hosts erupt, demanding a radical solution—team contraction—to improve competition and quality of play, arguing that league owners only care about the money, not the quality of the product.

BT and Sal dive into the Tarik Skubal trade rumors, explaining exactly why the blockbuster deal sending the Tigers' ace to the Dodgers is stalled. The problem isn't the package, but the massive hurdles of Detroit ownership approval and the Dodgers' demand for a long-term extension worth hundreds of millions. Then, the mood shifts as the hosts dissect the dark side of television, detailing Tony Soprano's infamous list of personal on-screen kills, from Febby Petrulio to Christopher Moltisanti, and debating the motivations behind the mob boss's most brutal moments. Finally, the segment concludes with the always-unpredictable Three Random Questions (TRQ).

BT & Sal unleash on the abysmal state of the New York baseball offseason, which is set on fire by BREAKING NEWS: Pete Alonso signs a 5-year, $155M deal with the Baltimore Orioles! Sal defends David Stearns' conviction on player valuation, arguing the "unsuccessful core" needed a "wrecking ball," while a furious Hof calls the GM a "moron" for letting the face of the franchise walk. The hosts question whether the Mets fanbase can "trust the process" after losing both Alonso and Edwin Diaz. The conversation pivots to the Yankees' inaction, where Sal pitches Nico Hoerner as the perfect, contact-hitting Gold Glove infielder to cure their strikeout woes. They also break down the massive hurdles—ownership approval and a huge extension—stalling the blockbuster Tarik Skubal to Dodgers trade. Finally, the hosts dive into the dark side, tallying all of Tony Soprano's personal kills, then shift to lighter fare, debating cocktail attire for Alex Rodriguez's holiday party and whether the former Yankee deserves a spot in Monument Park.

There's a growing fight in Hollywood over some of the biggest characters on screen, like Tony Soprano, Daenerys Targaryen and Harry Potter. All feature in shows and films owned by Warner Brothers Discovery, and now two companies are fighting to get a piece of the action. First, on Friday, Netflix struck an $83 billion deal to acquire Warner Brothers Studios and HBO. Then, just days later, Paramount upped the ante with a higher bid of $108 billion for Warner Brothers Discovery – which includes not just the movie studios and HBO, but also WBD's cable channels, like CNN.As corporate giants vie to take over Warner Brothers, we ask: What are the stakes for Hollywood and the news business? Editor's note: Warner Bros. Discovery is a financial supporter of NPR.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org.  Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Jordan-Marie Smith, Mia Venkat and Karen Zamora. It was edited by Pallavi Gogoi and Christopher Intagliata. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Walter White, Tony Soprano, June Osborne gibi ekran başında izlerken desteklediğimiz, hatta bağ kurduğumuz anti kahramanlarla gerçek hayatta karşılaşsak ne olurdu? Muhtemelen arkamıza bakmadan kaçardık. Peki ama ahlaki açıdan kusurlu, hatta suç işleyen bu "anti kahramanları" neden bu kadar seviyoruz? 111 Hz'in bu bölümünde mitolojik hikayelerden modern psikoloji deneylerine, Carl Jung'un "gölge benlik" kavramından neoliberalizmin etkilerine uzanan bir yolculuğa çıkıyor; içimizdeki karanlık yanla yüzleşmemizi sağlayan bu karakterlerin cazibesinin ardındaki sırları keşfediyoruz. Sunan: Barış Özcan Hazırlayan: Kevser Yağcı Biçici Ses Tasarım ve Kurgu: Metin Bozkurt Yapımcı: Podbee Media Tüm bölümler ve daha fazlası için ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podbeemedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'u ziyaret et! ----- Podbee Sunar ------- Bu podcast reklam içermektedir.

Description: What have Mark Clattenburg and Kev got in common? They both received death threats in the autumn of 2007. Find out which one of them was innocent in this, the 29th instalment of our trophyless odyssey.The co-hosts begin the season unsure about the signing of Yakubu, which shows what they know. There's a near-death experience for Liam as he's nearly hit by a wayward football, and it's not one of Andy Johnson's penalties.From Barfüßer to the 1-4, Arteta's ma at the airport to Liam's da drinking more tea than Gary O'Neil, it's 2007/08 part 1 on the only podcast that knows what happens to Tony Soprano. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most people don't set out to be “bad bosses.” But good intentions aren't enough when your habits unintentionally create frustration, fear, or disengagement.Thankfully, today's guest helps us see what's really happening beneath the surface. Mita Mallick is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best-Selling author. She's on a mission to fix what's broken in our workplaces. She's a corporate change-maker with a track record of transforming businesses and has had an extensive career as a marketing and human resources executive.In this episode, we explore what makes a bad boss (and how to avoid becoming one). Mita reveals common behaviors that erode trust, how to give feedback that empowers instead of intimidates, and why inclusive leadership is the foundation of a healthy culture. You'll learn small, everyday actions that rebuild connection, create safety, and turn self-awareness into your most powerful leadership tool.In the extended members-only conversation, Mita opens up about the “Nap Boss,” “Tony Soprano,” and “Sheriff” archetypes—real examples of toxic leadership behaviors that managers can learn from. She also shares practical ways to respond to bullying or bias at work, including how to use the “Five Ds” framework to intervene and support colleagues safely and effectively.Get FREE mini-episode guides with the big idea from the week's episode delivered to your inbox when you subscribe to my weekly email.Join the conversation now!Conversation Topics (00:00) Introduction: What makes a “bad boss”?(00:51) Meet Mita Mallick and her leadership journey(02:40) The myths we believe about being a good boss(05:12) Why well-intentioned leaders can still be toxic(08:43) Understanding inclusion as a leadership skill(12:25) How to recognize your own blind spots(17:18) Building trust and psychological safety(21:36) Giving feedback with care and clarity(25:49) The small habits that make a big difference(29:10) Keep up with Mita(31:46) [Extended Episode Only] The Nap, Tony, and Sheriff bosses' workplace impact(36:18) [Extended Episode Only] How to intervene: The Five Ds model

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Send us a textARM Ascends, Oil Drifts, Queens EnduresI open on macro static and shutdown fog, a strange steadiness where the market beat goes on. The Beige Book whispers fractures, three Fed districts up, five flat, four softening, a recalibration more than a roar. The feature turns to ARM, where the data center bottleneck is power, not code. ARM sells the blueprint, cutting CPU energy use perhaps by half, and the live question is simple: can it win 50 percent of data center CPUs. Then energy's riddle: oil sits near $56, where it was in 2005, with about 1.5 trillion barrels of proven reserves setting the rough scale. I close with Queens County, a Tony Soprano thrift that became my acid test and first great trade, the name fades, but the fuse remains.If this hit the mark, tap 5 

Amb. Patrick Theros is back to parse just how the Gaza Peace Plan will likely unfold and why Trump will have to marshal his inner Tony Soprano to get it done.

Singer, songwriter, producer, and actor Steven Van Zandt aka Little Steven is perhaps best known as a member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band. But the talented musician also co-founded the band Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, as well as his solo act, Little Steven & The Disciples of Soul. He later found success in an entirely different career, playing the inimitable role of Tony Soprano’s consigliere Silvio Dante in The Sopranos and Frank Tagliano in Lilyhammer. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member recently released his autobiography, “Unrequited Infatuations,” which chronicles the many twists and turns that make up his remarkable life. Steven tells Alec why Bruce Springsteen was originally not allowed in his band, why he decided to walk away from the music business, and how he became a part of television history - twice. Originally aired March 22, 2022See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello to our lovely coven, happy Wednesday! In today's episode, we are graced with the voice of the one and only, the fabulous Raleigh Seldon! As Katie and Dayna swap pillows and stories of insomnia, Katie kicks us off with daddy listing the king of all daddies: The Big T aka Tony Soprano. Then the girls share their thoughts about the VMAs, childhood stars growing up, and digging into all things Burning Man, including a cryptic pregnancy turned surprise burn…th…birth! Ideas of the worst Saw trap ever are shared, including how to build a Nightmare Pizza, and finally, Katie and Dayna address the comments made by Scheana. In need of something cute and cool for the summer? Get yourself or whoever's on your daddy list a tee, hoodie, or daddy hat from our store! Please support our show and show off your love for Disrespectfully by repping our official gear :) K Love ya bye! Thank you to our sponsors! Osea: Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code DISRESPECTFULLY at https://OSEAMalibu.com Mint Mobile: Get your 3-month unlimited wireless plan for just $15 a month at https://MintMobile.com/DISRESPECTFULLY Rosetta Stone: Get Rosetta Stone's Lifetime Membership for 50% off at https://www.rosettastone.com/disrespectfully O Positiv: Take proactive care of your health and head to https://OPositiv.com/DRF or enter DRF at checkout for 25% off your first purchase Willie's Remedy: Get 20% off of your first order + free shipping on orders over $95, and enjoy life in the high country at https://drinkwillies.com and use code DISRESPECTFULLY  Connect with the Coven! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1930451457469874 Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/disrespectfullypod/ Listen to us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrespectfully/id1516710301 Listen to us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6DW1KeDX6SpoVEuQpl7z?si=c35995a56b8d4038           Follow us on Social! Disrespectfully Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disrespectfullypod Disrespectfully Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@disrespectfullypod Katie Maloney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musickillskate Dayna Kathan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daynakathan Leah Glouberman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahgsilberstein Allison Klemes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisonklemes/ Buy our merch! https://disrespectfullypod.com/ Disrespectfully is an Envy Media Production.

August 13, 2025; 8pm: The immediate reality of Trump's D. C. occupation. And as Texas Republicans look to consolidate power for Donald Trump, blue states are taking matters into their own hands. Then, the growing alarm over a MAGA makeover of American history. Plus, a preview of Trump's summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.