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On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined today Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio and John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com.  Puck opens the show discussing the Mariners starters struggles on the road and why their split are so extreme. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio joins Puck and picks up on the starters splits for the Mariners. They also discuss Rob Manfred's comments on expansion and what a new realignment in baseball could look like and what cities are the favorites for expansion?  Also, what is going on with Ketel Marte in Arizona?Puck quickly touches in on “Seahawks Camping” and shares that are not any real pressing camp battles going on but it is intriguing to see what happens with the third running back situation. College football is here this weekend and John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com is here to preview the upcoming season of the four Northwest schools, plus, John reacts to MLB expansion talk in Portland and could the Trail Blazers sale be in jeopardy? “In Other News…” Puck touches in on QB starters being named with the Colts and Browns, Trey Hendrickson staying in Cincy?  NBA wants regulations on prop bets, Vlad Guerrero significant injury? And, Oklahoma Sooners football selling a fan experience to be with the media. Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” College football is back this weekend, but it's not the same and it never will be. (1:00) Puck opens up talking about the M's starters struggles on the road (11:40)  Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (44:47) John Canzano  (1:17:31) “In other News…”(1:23:06) “Hey, What the Puck!?” 

They broke barriers, challenged the status quo, and redefined what authentic leadership can be. Three women. One stage. A masterclass in leading with heart, purpose, and courage. Recorded live at the sold-out Work The Room Leadership Summit 2025, I sat down with three trailblazing women leaders who inspire change: Linda Kuga Pikulin, President of ROOM and Women of Influence; Alycia Calvert, Chair and CEO of EY Canada; and Karen Mueller, CEO of SterileCare. Linda shares how embracing vulnerability transformed her into a more authentic leader. Alycia explains why saying “yes” before you feel ready can accelerate career growth, and why mentorship matters. Karen reveals how a single tragic moment in nursing inspired her to drive healthcare innovation and policy change, and why listening remains the most powerful tool for overcoming the status quo. From mentorship to healthcare transformation, from bold decision-making to vulnerability in leadership—these extraordinary stories offer leadership lessons that will inspire you to lead with impact.   Room is an organization dedicated to advancing gender equity in senior leadership. To find out more: https://www.roomwomen.com

En este episodio, nos vamos a fondo con los Grizzlies de Ja Morant y los Pelicans de Zion. Hacemos el Fastbreak con las noticias más importantes de días recientes, y hacemos el Crossover hablando de nuestras películas favoritas del MCU. Únete a la comunidad de Whatsapp de Los NBA Freaks:https;//chat.whatsapp.com/FmSCEFkbeLyGzwnzfpSEFJRedes sociales:Facebook, X, Instagram: @losnbafreaksEmail:losnbafreaks@gmail.com

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about the M’s losing a series in Baltimore, plus Dylan Moore, then they react to a clip from Joel Klatt hyping up Huskies football before John Canzano talks about the sale of the Trailblazers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Canzano from The Bald Faced Truth joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the sale of the Trailblazers yesterday, the arena situation in Portland, how it could affect NBA expansion for Seattle and the fees attached, plus Oregon football this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This week, the guys react to early Week 1 preseason storylines including Shedeur Sanders making his NFL debut. Javonte Williams is getting most of the RB1 work in Dallas, Jerry Jones reveals he has beaten stage 4 cancer, and James Cook lands a $48 million extension with Buffalo. Odell Beckham Jr. is eyeing a return to the field, and Cam Ward believes his WR group is top five in the league.In the NBA, the league releases the full season schedule, Bradley Beal explains why he joined the Clippers, and the Trail Blazers are set to be sold for $4 billion but will remain in Portland.Topics include:• Shedeur Sanders makes NFL preseason debut• Javonte Williams leading Cowboys RB competition• Jerry Jones beats stage 4 cancer• James Cook gets 4-year, $48M deal• Odell Beckham Jr. seeks return to NFL• Cam Ward calls WR group top 5 in league• NBA schedule release highlights• Bradley Beal joins Clippers in search of a ring• Trail Blazers sold for $4B, staying in Portland• New music from JID & Gunna, Chance drops Starline

Today's word of the day is ‘passion' as in the Minnesota Twins as in MLB as in baseball as in played. That's how Twins fans feel today. The Pohlad family is no longer selling the team. What happened? Why? (12:30) The Portland Trail Blazers have sold. The team was for sale when Paul Allen died back in 2018. It'll be bought for $4.25 billion to the owner of the Carolina Hurricanes. Will the team move? (23:00) The Dallas Cowboys are the most expensive team in the world. Valued over $12 billion! Let's take a look at team valuations from each of the major sports in the United States. (33:00) Review: Interstellar. (36:00) NPPOD. (39:00) The Milwaukee Brewers have won 12-straight. That means the city of Milwaukee will be getting free burgers! (46:30) The Dodgers got swept by the Angels. The Dodgers are now behind the Padres in the NL West. Oh boy. (49:30) The Texas Rangers need to get it going. Fast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘passion' as in the Minnesota Twins as in MLB as in baseball as in played. That's how Twins fans feel today. The Pohlad family is no longer selling the team. What happened? Why? (12:30) The Portland Trail Blazers have sold. The team was for sale when Paul Allen died back in 2018. It'll be bought for $4.25 billion to the owner of the Carolina Hurricanes. Will the team move? (23:00) The Dallas Cowboys are the most expensive team in the world. Valued over $12 billion! Let's take a look at team valuations from each of the major sports in the United States. (33:00) Review: Interstellar. (36:00) NPPOD. (39:00) The Milwaukee Brewers have won 12-straight. That means the city of Milwaukee will be getting free burgers! (46:30) The Dodgers got swept by the Angels. The Dodgers are now behind the Padres in the NL West. Oh boy. (49:30) The Texas Rangers need to get it going. Fast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Eben are joined by valuations expert Kurt Badenhausen to discuss Sportico's latest NFL valuations, which start with the Dallas Cowboys ($12.8 billion) and end with the Cincinnati Bengals ($5.5 billion). They also talk about recent sales involving the Minnesota Twins and Portland Trail Blazers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Longtime North Carolina sports media member Joe Giglio joins the show, as he talks about the Hurricanes owner buying the Trail Blazers, and what that means for MLB potentially coming to Raleigh, & he provides a preview for the upcoming NC State football season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textOn this edition of The Brief Case, presented by Spirit Mountain Casino, Trail Blazers beat reporter/Insider Casey Holdahl discusses...• The release of the Trail Blazers' 2025-26 regular season schedule• A breakdown of Portland's schedule including the number of back-to-backs and miles traveled this season• The number of Blazers games per month and day of the week• The Trail Blazers having significantly more national "tv" games this season• The Emirates NBA Cup schedule for West Group C which includes the Trail Blazers• Betting odds for making the knockout round at the 2025 NBA Cup• The report that the Trail Blazers are being sold to a group headed by Tom Dundan for roughly $4.25 billion

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the red hot Seattle Mariners right now, the MVP race between Judge and Raleigh, writers’ voting habits for the MVP, a possible Josh Naylor extension, and the Trailblazers sale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The proposed sale of the Trail Blazers to Texas billionaire Tom Dundon sparked a new round of questions about the future of Portland's NBA franchise, including... Who is Tom Dundon? On an emergency episode of the Oregonian Sports Podcast, Bill Oram, Joe Freeman and Aaron Fentress explain what we know about the 53-year-old businessman, including what has happened to the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes in the seven years since he became that team's majority owner. Also discussed on this episode: • Is Dundon the right leader for this franchise going forward? • Does this agreement really ensure that the Blazers are no longer at risk of leaving? • What is the true future of the Moda Center? What will it take to make the building a state-of-the-art facility? • Should Dundon just renovate the Blazers existing home or does Portland need him to dream bigger? • What impact will the ownership change have on the current team? • ... and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Catch up on all the headlines in NFL, College Football, NBA, MLB and Golf news with "What is Trending" for August 14, 2025.

On this week's Business of Sports, Andrew Brandt gives his thoughts on some of the biggest news around the sports world including: NFL & ESPN's new media deal The UFC moves to Paramount Sportico releases NFL team values Portland Trail Blazers sold to Tom Dundon Hold-in vs. Hold-outs in training camp And more! Download the DraftKings Sports Book App and use code ROSS Connect with the Pod Website - https://www.rosstucker.com Become A Patron - https://www.patreon.com/RTMedia Podcast Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerPod Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rosstuckerpod/ Ross Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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First, Danny quickly covers the sale of the Trail Blazers as well as recaps an already super busy Seattle Summer full of hoops. Then he's joined by Jason Quick, a senior writer at The Athletic, who shares his extensive experience covering the NBA, particularly in Portland. He reflects on his journey from covering the Blazers for over 25 years to focusing on human interest stories in sports. The discussion delves into the historical rivalry between the Blazers and the Seattle Sonics, the impact of the Sonics' departure from Seattle, and concerns about team relocation in the NBA. Quick also shares insights on the current state and future of the Blazers, including their recent offseason moves and the excitement surrounding the return of Damian Lillard. Additionally, he discusses upcoming human interest stories he is working on and shares nostalgic anecdotes from the Sonics era.   Follow us on IG for more: https://www.instagram.com/iconic_sonics/

Opening Takes: Blind QB test, Trail Blazers sell for 4 billion, First female UmpireOklahoma QB John Mateer alleged gamblingJon Gruden wins appeal against GoodellDak vs Eagles CapShedeur's tunnel walkBrady Statue ESPNNFL Top 5 QB listDraft of the best QB Seasons of all time

The Paul Allen estate has reached an agreement to sell the Portland Trail Blazers for roughly $4 billion. What does that mean for the team and the city?

A group led by Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon will reportedly pay in excess of $4 billion

Does the Trail Blazers sale mean there will be a new building? What would you want in a new entertainment district? Web Gems: Arizona Iced Tea abandoning the $.99 model?

What does it take to lead, innovate, and succeed in radiology? Fred Lee, MD, joins cohosts Lindsey Negrete, MD, and Amy Maduram, MD, to discuss effective pitches to venture capitalists, approaches to bootstrap a startup company, and comparisons of deal versus no-deal scenarios.  https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.33677 

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“For anyone, women especially who are interested in the energy and climate space, I would say that you shouldn't feel that you need to choose between the public sector, the private sector, and the nonprofit sector. I've been able to continue to build my expertise in the energy and climate space, but from multiple different perspectives. My advice would be to just not feel that you need to pick one of those lanes and, and to take the risk to bounce between those different segments of our economy.”  Claire Seaborn on Electric Ladies Podcast Summer is a good time to think about your next career move. These five women trailblazers have some great advice. These are all women who Joan Michelson interviewed at length on Electric Ladies Podcast over the past year, and who have all broken down barriers to get where they are, blazing a trail for the rest of us. They each advocate for and/or work directly in energy, climate, sustainability and ESG – environment, social, governance – and share actionable tips that every woman (and man) can apply today. This episode brings you advice from:    · Hilary Doe, Michigan's Chief Growth Office on how the state is turning IRA Credits into Growth – and the first person in the U.S. to hold that kind of role. Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), and Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus, on the politics of energy and infrastructure Claire Seaborn, former Chief of Staff to Canada's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources on what the U.S. can learn from Canada's energy policies ·  Tensie Whelan, Founding Director of NYU Stern on why sustainable business is good business.  ·  Zara Summers, Chief Science Officer at LanzaTech about innovative ways that recovered carbon is making its way back into our daily lives. Read Joan's Forbes piece on How Women Can Boost Their Careers Despite Headwinds — Women's History Month, and more of her articles here.   More from Electric Ladies Podcast!   Join us at The Earth Day Women's Summit on April 22, 2025, in Dallas, Texas! Register today with the code “EDWS” for the Women's Summit and a special rate.   Elevate your career with expert coaching and ESG advisory with Electric Ladies Podcast. Unlock new opportunities, gain confidence, and achieve your career goals with the right guidance.   Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our podcasts, articles, events and career advice – and special coaching offers.. Thanks for subscribing on Apple Podcasts or iHeartRadio and leaving us a review!   Don't forget to follow us on our socials Twitter: @joanmichelson LinkedIn: Electric Ladies Podcast with Joan Michelson Twitter: @joanmichelson Facebook: Green Connections Radio  

University head coach, Justin Blanding, comes on to discuss his Trailblazers.Hosts:Dominique NeelyJim ReamerZak TylerPatrick WooleyThank you for listening to Courtside Indiana podcast.  If you listen every week, we appreciate it.  If not, please hit the subscribe or add button on your podcast app to get them delivered straight to your phone tablet or desktop.  As always, we'd appreciate a rating and review, and you can reach us directly on our Courtside Indiana Twitter and InstagramFollow us on both platforms at: @Courtside I N DSponsors:Box Out Sports is the leading online graphics solution giving you the ability to create professional content in seconds to highlight your team and student-athletes this season. You can sign up for a free demo at BoxOutSports.comSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1F6ay4eVjjfEdksodpaZsA?si=mY7b4OO-SNGYoFatjvo7bQApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/courtside-indiana-podcast/id1506939265Google Podcasts:https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xYTczZTcwOC9wb2RjYXN0L3JzcwOr listen on your computer at:https://anchor.fm/courtside-indiana

How many of us are stuck playing media relations hits-and-misses while the real opportunities to drive business transformation seem to be just out of reach? In this episode of The Trending Communicator, host Dan Nestle sits down with Kristel Valaydon, founder of KV Communications, to explore her revolutionary Five Spheres of Connection framework and our capacity to transform PR into a leadership strategy. After 25 years in the industry and 15 years developing her approach, Kristel challenges the traditional view that PR is a marketing function. Instead, she positions communications as a business strategy that creates community around ambitious founders and forward-thinking teams. Their conversation digs into why most communications work is just broadcasting, how the fractured media landscape demands new approaches, and why AVEs (advertising value equivalents) need to disappear forever. Kristel shares insights from working with what she affectionately calls "rebels and misfits" – innovative leaders trying to shift minds, models, and markets while building genuine communities around their missions. What We Talk About: The Five Spheres of Connection: Visionaries, Trailblazers, Champions, Discoverers, and Pathfinders Why PR as media relations is only one-fifth of what communications professionals should be doing How community building differs from audience development and why it matters The evolution of media companies and the rise of niche, trade, and newsletter platforms Why founders and rebels need different communication strategies than Fortune 500 companies The role of AI as a research and strategy partner while maintaining human-first approaches Moving beyond AVEs and impressions to business-aligned measurement frameworks Notable Quotes On the Evolution of PR: "I came out into the real world of business and an agency and I just noticed for pretty much the duration it was media relations. It was very much focused on celebrity." - Kristel Valaydon [6:50 → 7:05] On Measuring PR Impact: "We're having those business conversations and discovering actually no one's measuring this. How are we measuring this? And as it turns out, what benefits are we giving the clients here?" - Kristel Valaydon [7:35 → 7:50] On Working with Rebels: "We call them rebels and misfits, but it's a term of endearment. They don't call themselves that at all, but they're so creative and innovative and they are trying something completely different." - Kristel Valaydon [9:10 → 9:25] On the Role of AI in Strategy: "I love AI from a strategic point of view. It's a strategic, you know, sort of sparring partner for me. It's really testing my ideas and really going, how can we make this better?" - Kristel Valaydon [59:00 → 59:10] On Challenging Clients: "We're in services. We're not in servitude, and we are the experts." - Kristel Valaydon [1:06:13 → 1:06:14] Resources and Links Dan Nestle Inquisitive Communications | WebsiteThe Trending Communicator | WebsiteCommunications Trends from Trending Communicators | Dan Nestle's SubstackDan Nestle | LinkedIn   Kristel Valaydon KV Communications | Website5 Spheres of Connection | KV Comms WebsiteKristel Valaydon | LinkedIn Timestamps 0:00 Intro: The future of communications 5:43 Kristel's journey from agency to entrepreneurship 11:29 Working with rebels and misfits as clients 18:51 How media companies are adapting to change 25:12 The five spheres of connection framework 34:28 Discoverers: Customers and early adopters 41:00 Pathfinders: External partnerships and media 46:43 Measuring success across the five spheres 53:05 Starting with an audit and prioritization 58:11 AI as an enabler for the five spheres 1:04:37 PR's role in building a better world (Notes co-created by Human Dan, Claude, and  Flowsend.ai ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode of Earned, we're compiling the best moments from our conversations with five powerhouse beauty brand founders: Sarah Gibson Tuttle of Olive & June, Lilly Ghalichi of Lilly Lashes, Rea Ann Silva of Beautyblender, Taylor Frankel of Nudestix, Courtney Shields of DIBS, and Deepica Mutyala of Live Tinted. Tune in to hear how these women transformed personal inspiration and experiences into globally recognized beauty brands. We dive into the emotional and strategic aspects of entrepreneurship, highlighting the role of empathy and leadership in driving brand success, before discussing the importance of flexibility, resilience, and maintaining authenticity amidst growth challenges. We also examine the effective role of influencer marketing in their business strategies, emphasizing the significance of organic promotion and community engagement. Learn how to navigate entrepreneurial challenges, the importance of quality products and strong teams, and the emotional highs and lows that accompany business growth. In this episode, you'll learn: What the most successful beauty founders know about building brands that outlive trends, and how they keep consumers coming back. How the beauty industry has shifted over the years, and what today's founders are doing differently to grow their brands. What aspiring founders need to hear before they start, from emotional endurance to building the right team. Connect with the Guests: Sarah Gibson Tuttle's LinkedIn - @gibsontuttle Lilly Ghalichi's LinkedIn - @lilly-ghalichi-a93654139 Rea Ann Silva's LinkedIn - @reaannsilva Taylor Frankel's LinkedIn - @taylor-frankel-0ab0b5102 Courtney Shields' Instagram - @courtney_shields Deepica Mutyala's LinkedIn - @deepica-mutyala-0a063711 Connect with Conor Begley & CreatorIQ: Conor's LinkedIn - @conormbegley CreatorIQ LinkedIn - @creatoriq   Follow us on social: CreatorIQ YouTube - @CreatorIQOfficial CreatorIQ Instagram - @creatoriq CreatorIQ TikTok - @creator.iq CreatorIQ Twitter - @CreatorIQ

The Trail Blazers are up for sale for the first time in 37 years. And there’s a real fear among fans — and elected officials —that if Portland doesn’t play its cards right, the new owner could move the team to another city. Gov. Tina Kotek and Portland Mayor Keith Wilson sent a letter recently to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver stating their emphatic support for keeping the team here. Marshall Glickman, whose father founded the team and served as the president of the organization, along with former player and gubernatorial candidate Chris Dudley are among those who created Rip City Forever to advocate for doing whatever it takes to keep the Blazers in Portland. Specifically, the team will need a new or upgraded arena. Glickman and Dudley join us to tell us how they hope to help the city avoid losing the economic boost and civic pride that the Blazers bring.

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Send us a textEpisode 3 dives into the shifting balance of power in the NBA, from Abdul Jeelani's quiet struggle and Maurice Lucas's defiance under Jack Ramsay, to how Thunder coach Mark Daigneault navigates a modern player-led league. Discover how coaching evolved from control to collaboration—and why that matters now more than ever.Support the showSupport the Pod or Binge the Entire Season Now! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1269236/support https://youtube.com/@IconicSeasons Connect on Social https://www.instagram.com/ncaaiconicseasons/

Send us a textOn this edition of The Brief Case, presented by Spirit Mountain Casino, Trail Blazers beat reporter/Insider Casey Holdahl discusses...• Jrue Holiday being introduced to the media Tuesday at the Trail Blazers' practice facility• Jrue Holiday's thoughts on how he was treated the first time he was traded to Portland, how he heard he had been traded to Portland the second time, how he fits on the team and the role he might play, Portland's young guards Scoot and Shaedon, initial thoughts on Yang Hansen, mentorship, his relationship with Dame (and that wifi issue), being a family man, coming from a team like the Celtics to the Trail Blazers• The tweaks the Trail Blazers have made to their Icon (black) and Association (white) jerseys and the reasoning behind those small changes• A quick update on international competitions which various Trail Blazers' players may or may not be participating in this offseason

Welcome to Season 11 of Run To Your Leadership Challenges. This season is focused on the High-Performing Leader. Daily Leadership Tips and Discussions Are you a Trailblazer? Tolday I discuss how high=performing leaders are trailblazers and what makes them one. Thank you for listening. I'm Paul Grau Jr., the host of this show, and I'm excited about Season 11. Season 11, will be focused on “The High-Performing Leader.” Every episode will primarily focus on the lifelong journey of expanding your knowledge of leadership, to continually grow and be a high-performing leader. I will try to give you a daily takeaway to put what you learn into action. My goal is that you learn something that you can take immediate action on and see how powerful expanding your leadership can be. Please feel free to email me at Paul@CLCTeam.com with any suggestions and topics that you would like me to talk about. Additionally, I will be interviewing a vast array of leaders in Season 11, so if you know a great leader and/or want to share a great leadership lesson, please contact me.   Here at The CLC Team, we work with Christian Business Owners to help them create a High Performing Team that thrives in all areas of life and produces higher performance, productivity, and profitability so they make a greater impact in the world.   You can also listen to our other Podcast called “The High-Performing Team Podcast for Christian Business Owners” and it is now available on the links below (and wherever you listen to podcasts). We are planning on having this podcast up and running daily by Aug 1. 2025. Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-high-performing-team-podcast-for-christian/id1797855031  Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/36a33c17-fa45-4392-9701-ec78e365b9e2/the-high-performing-team-podcast-for-christian-business-owners  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71bhJNppqhTsmEjj0Rze0P  iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-the-high-performance-team-266779809/  Rephonic: https://rephonic.com/podcasts/the-high-performance-team-podcast-for-christian-bu

In this packed episode of The Horns Over Hoops Podcast, your hosts Sal-Bass, Scott Berman, and Dan Gracey break down all the latest from the NBA and Chicago Bulls universe. We kick things off with the fan-favorite segment "Yuki Fever," diving into Yuki Kawamura's standout Summer League performance and whether the 5'8" sensation can crack the Bulls rotation. Then we tackle the surprising return of Damian Lillard to Portland, discuss how the Trail Blazers fleeced the league with a quiet rebuild, and whether the Blazers or Bulls have the brighter future. Finally, we dive deep into the ongoing Josh Giddey contract drama. Why haven't the Bulls offered him what he wants? Is a qualifying offer coming? And would letting him walk set the franchise back even further? This is your go-to episode for Bulls fans, Giddey truthers, and anyone still in shock over Dame crawling back to Portland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Register your feedback here. Always good to hear from you!My final featured state this month is one that sparks extreme reactions -- fitting for a state that can be icy cold and boiling hot on the same day. We'll discuss the most famous feature of Arizona and what it tells us about how the world came to be; the most famous gunfight in history and the lawlessness that lawmen can create; the reason most people avoid Arizona and why the locals don't seem to care; and the beauty of God's creation, all of it, and how you will miss it if you don't open your eyes and your mind.For more on Dr. Andrew Snelling's research on the Grand Canyon, go to https://answersingenesis.org/geology/grand-canyon/fight-53-rocks/.Check out Hal on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@halhammons9705Hal Hammons serves as preacher and shepherd for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.

Get the inside scoop on Hand Cut Hollow—Bentonville's signature hand-built trail system—from the man who helped bring it to life. Uriah Nazario, VP of Soft Surface Trails at Trailblazers and lifelong local, shares the story behind this 16-mile masterpiece, designed for flow, progression, and connection to nature. Learn why Hand Cut Hollow stands apart, how to ride it right, and what to pack before you drop in. With expert tips, trail history, and a look at how this system fits into Bentonville's 500+ miles of rideable trails, this episode is your ultimate guide to Hand Cut Hollow in the Mountain Biking Capital of the World. A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.

Welcome back to The Power Lounge—where real talk meets real transformation. In this episode, “Monetize Your Niche,” host Amy Vaughan, Chief Empowerment Officer at Together Digital, is joined by the remarkable Ann McNeil: master strategist, transformational speaker, and founder of MCO Construction and Services—one of Florida's pioneering Black woman-owned construction firms.Ann brings decades of insight and unshakable mindset to the mic as she recounts her powerful journey from being “broken and broke” to building a legacy rooted in vision, discipline, and faith. With a deep commitment to helping others do the same, she breaks down how narrowing your focus and choosing your niche with intention can unlock purpose-driven success.This episode is a masterclass in self-belief, financial empowerment, and daily discipline—from the power of journaling to shifting scarcity mindsets. Whether you're just starting out or ready to level up, Ann offers timeless strategies to help you claim your value and monetize your mission. Tune in and get ready to step into alignment, abundance, and action.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction00:10 - "Power Lounge: Conversations with Trailblazers"04:02 - Pivotal Moment: Reading to Riches07:53 - Handmade Budgeting Realization10:48 - Avoiding Truth Limits Personal Growth13:44 - Craft Expertise and Business Operations17:55 - Choosing the Right Specialist Matters22:21 - Empowering Women in Micro-Investing24:17 - "Desire: The First Principle"27:23 - Embracing Diverse Career Paths32:12 - Aligning Purpose with Prosperity34:03 - Event Coordinator Plagiarizes Work39:22 - Mindset: Embrace Challenges Positively40:58 - Client-Centric Business Solutions43:24 - Focus on Finding Your Niche48:38 - "Investment Club Success Stories"50:38 - Generational Financial Empowerment53:07 - Family Finance Education Opportunities57:19 - Group Me Link for Accountability59:59 - Next Week's Talk: AI Empowerment01:00:28 - OutroQuotes:"To turn dreams into reality, cultivate a strong mindset, embrace hard work, and believe you deserve more."- Ann McNeil"Transformation begins within—face the truths, embrace your desires, and leap forward."- Amy VaughanKey TakeawaysYour Niche is Your Power MoveTransformation Starts with Clarity (and Honesty)Your Mindset is the Deciding FactorIntentionally Connect Purpose and ProfitMaster the Five Niches of BusinessMake Your Money Work For YouDaily Dates with Yourself = Lasting SuccessScarcity is a Mindset, Not a NumberCommunity and Collaboration Are MultipliersSuccess is Not Accidental—It is IntentionalConnect with Ann McNeil:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annmcneillmasterbuilder/Website: https://annmcneill.com/Connect with the host Amy Vaughan:LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/amypvaughanPodcast:Power Lounge Podcast  - Together DigitalLearn more about Together Digital and consider joining the movement by visiting Home - Together DigitalSupport the show

It's all about point guards! Wes Goldberg and John Wilmes talk about the Clippers signing Chris Paul, Damian Lillard returning to the Trail Blazers and the Lakers adding Marcus Smart. Then they discuss potential landing spots for Russell Westbrook before building the ultimate point guard. 0:00 Intro 3:50 Chris Paul returns to Clippers 13:00 Damian Lillard returns to Portland 24:20 Marcus Smart signs with Lakers 37:45 Russell Westbrook's future 41:57 Building the Ulimate Point Guard RealGM Radio is powered in part by North Station Media (CLNS). For advertising or media inquiries, contact info@clnsmedia.com

It's Chris's Birthday week! Meanwhile, Nick Cannon is starting a relationship podcast, Chip & Joanna Gaines AREN'T homophobic, and Katy Perry almost falls to her death in this week's Pre-Fixe. Then, comedian and podcaster Peru Flores joins to fix Nikki Blonsky. They discuss her being discovered, Hairspray, an airport fight in Turks & Caicos, and of course, her blossoming career on Cameo.You can find Peru at @heyperu and find his podcast Pioneers & Trailblazers here.You can find Dom at dommentary.com.You can find Chris at @thechrisderosa.Follow the show at @fixingfamouspeople and on YouTube.Subscribe to the Patreon Fixing Bonus People here.You can GIFT the Patreon to someone here.And listen to FREE Examples of the Patreon Bonus Content here!Or Subscribe to A La Carte Episodes in the Apple Podcast App.Write a review and let us know who you want us to fix!Pre-Fixe Ends around 41:20.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, the first signs of local fallout from federal Medicaid cuts hit Portland, Damian Lillard returns to the Trailblazers, the impending closure of a Northeast Portland Fred Meyer, and should rental units be required to have AC? Plus, we're digging into our listener mailbag. Joining executive producer John Notarianni for this midweek roundup of news is senior producer Giulia Fiaoni. Discussed in Today's Episode: CareOregon Lays Off 80 Employees, Eliminates Vacant Positions [Oregonian]  Damian Lillard Officially Signs Contract To Return to Trail Blazers [Oregonian

Send us a textEpisode 2 — The Chemistry of Youth: The Fine Line Between Synergy and FractureIn this episode of Iconic Seasons, we explore the exhilarating rise—and sudden unraveling—of the 1977 Portland Trail Blazers, the youngest team in NBA history to win a championship. With stars like Bill Walton and Maurice Lucas, the Blazers had the makings of a dynasty… until injuries, egos, and organizational decisions cracked their foundation.We draw a compelling parallel to the present-day Oklahoma City Thunder, where Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams are building something special. Can OKC avoid the pitfalls that doomed Portland? Or is fracture inevitable for young teams?Featuring archival commentary, crowd atmosphere clips, and insight into player dynamics, this episode unpacks what it really takes to keep a young team together in a league built on change.Support the showSupport the Pod or Binge the Entire Season Now! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1269236/support https://youtube.com/@IconicSeasons Connect on Social https://www.instagram.com/ncaaiconicseasons/

In this episode, we break down an action-packed WNBA All-Star Game! From standout performances to key takeaways, we talk about who shined the brightest and what this game says about the league's future. Then, we dive into the surprising twist in the NBA—Damian Lillard is heading back to Portland. What does this mean for the Trail Blazers' future, the locker room, and Lillard's legacy?Tune in for sharp analysis, bold takes, and everything you need to know from both the W and the NBA.

Chris Plank and Arnie Spanier open the show with an update on the countdown to football season... just over a week until the Hall of Fame Game! Then, they get into the news that the NFLPA Executive Director stepped down after reports that he used union money on strip club visits. The guys also discuss a budding feud between Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft before reacting to rumors that Nick Saban could potentially return to coaching football. Plus, thoughts on Barstool Sports agreeing to a deal to produce a show on FS1! Later, Arnie and Plank move into some NBA news, reacting to the Clippers signing Bradley Beal, the Lakers signing Marcus Smart, and more! They also discuss Damian Lillard's decision to return to the Trail Blazers, determining what it means for the outlook on the rest of his career. Plus, the greatest athletes to wear number 36!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Week on Fox Sports Sunday Monse Bolaños and Kerry Rhodes kick off the show by diving into Scottie Scheffler’s comments on winning and the sense of fulfillment that comes with athletic success — with Kerry sharing insights from his own experience in the NFL. FOX Sports Radio NBA Analyst Marc Stein joins the show to discuss Damian Lillard’s potential return to the Trail Blazers, Bradley Beal, and more key storylines from the NBA offseason. Then, the crew breaks down Steelers lineman T.J. Watt’s historic extension and what it could mean for the rest of the NFL. FOX Sports Radio analyst Adam Caplan also stops by to weigh in on Watt’s contract and the league’s biggest headlines. Plus, the team debates the question: at what age are you officially considered an “unc”? Don’t miss new editions of Kerry On or Off and Easy as 1, 2, 3, 4! Catch it all on FOX Sports Sunday. EP: Producer Shay (Shayan Moghangard) Anchor: Chris PerfettSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Willard and former NFL offensive tackle Ephraim Salaam open the show reacting to Scottie Scheffler winning The Open Championship for the first time in his career! Are the Tiger Woods comparisons warranted? Then, they discuss the WNBA All-Stars wearing shirts with "pay us what you owe us" printed on the front, along with Kelsey Plum's postgame comments about Team Caitlin Clark's lack of involvement in making it happen. The guys also weigh in on Damian Lillard returning to the Trail Blazers... Has he accepted he'll never win a championship? Plus, thoughts on Bradley Beal to the Clippers and Marcus Smart to the Lakers! Later, Mark and Ephraim get into some NFL news, reacting to a new contract extension for TJ Watt before talking about Terry McLaurin and Jauan Jennings' own contract frustrations. Plus, why Netflix has made Mark hate Patrick Mahomes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FIRST THINGS FIRST YOUTUBE CHANNEL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (00:00) Rashee Rice suspension update / Cameron Heyward praises Aaron Rodgers / CMC or Purdy more important to 49ers? (26:36) Damian Lillard returning to Trail Blazers (39:47) Reaction to Sam Darnold ranked #72 in NFL Top 100 list (43:59) Worst to first candidates (1:04:37) Joel Embiid and Bradley Beal updates (1:16:56) Dillon Gabriel or Shedeur Sanders starting a game first? (1:21:19) Picks and Previews (1:25:32) Final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shannon Sharpe and Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson react to shocking news of Lloyd Howell resigning as director of the NFLPA, Damian Lillard returning to the Trailblazers, and much more! 1:10:55 - Lloyd Howell announces resignation1:20:35 - Anthony Richards’ shoulder1:31:50 - Dame Lilliard returns to Blazers1:35:55 - Grant Horvat1:44:25 - Rough Draft1:48:55 - Spello Cinco1:53:05 - Dunk on Unc2:05:35 - Q & Ayyy (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #Volume #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The second half of the season starts today for the Mariners as they take on the Astros for a 3-game series. In the past few years, the Mariners have not had success out the gate after the All-Star break. Bump & Curtis break down what the Mariners need to do to avoid a slow start to the second half. // Headline Rewrites: Nick Emmanwori and the Seahawks reached an agreement on a fully guaranteed rookie contract. Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers are reuniting after two seasons spent apart in Milwaukee. TJ Watt and the Steelers agreed to a 3-year extension with an AAV of $41 million, making him the new highest paid defensive player. // With Nick Emmanwori and Elijah Arroyo finally signing their rookie contracts, what does this tell us about the Seahawks and how they are operating? The guys give us their takes on what this new style of wanting fully guaranteed money for rookie contracts means for this organization and the NFL. // During the All-Star break, Jerry Dipoto caught up some of the media to talk about the trade deadline. He feels like we have a fairly complete roster and would be looking for a move that would be meaningful. He is aware that there some rental players that would fit in this clubhouse but nothing is certain. How are we feeling about these statements? 

The Seattle Times’ Bob Condotta joins Bump & Curtis to give us a preview of this Seahawks team prior to the start of next week’s training camp. He also gives us his reaction to both Nick Emmanwori and Elijah Arroyo finally singing their rookie contracts. Could we see any contract extensions get done as we are less than a week away from training camp? // Headline Rewrites: Nick Emmanwori and the Seahawks reached an agreement on a fully guaranteed rookie contract. Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers are reuniting after two seasons spent apart in Milwaukee. TJ Watt and the Steelers agreed to a 3-year extension with an AAV of $41 million, making him the new highest paid defensive player. // NFL Headlines: Lloyd Howell has resigned as NFLPA Executive Director after it was found out that he had a part-time role with a private equity firm that was approved to buy minority stakes in NFL Teams. He also expensed two strip club visits to the NFLPA expense card. Michah Parsons gave an update on his contract talks with the cowboys to the Undertaker. // In order for the Seahawks to be a playoff team this season, who needs to outperform expectations? Curtis thinks that if Cooper Kupp can exceed expectations it would help out Sam Darnold and allow this offense to be dominant. Bump says Kenneth Walker is the one player that needs to exceed expectations for this offense to find success. 

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Alex Barth open the final hour of the show resetting their thoughts on the Red Sox possibly making a “Superpen.” (12:03) The guys discuss the breaking news of Damian Lillard signing with the Trailblazers. (22:02) Final thoughts, calls, and the Email of the Day. (35:52) The Final Word!