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Petersfield Community Radio
A Petersfield schoolboy is thrilled to see his dream McLaren cars up close on a charity open day at Lanzante

Petersfield Community Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 4:21


Lanzante on 23 London Road in Steep opened its doors on October 11, to raise money for charity. Josh, 12 was one of the lucky few who bought a ticket to see the supercars up close with his brother and parents. On show were some of the world’s most iconic supercar brands, including McLaren, Pagani, Porsche, and Bugatti. The McLaren Formula One fan Josh spoke to Noni Needs. He said: “It is a good experience to come in here. When we drive by, I always look into the showroom. I am thrilled to visit the workshop. My favourite car here is the Lamborghini Essenza SCV12.” The Lanzante website states that it is an expert in the design and build of tailored commissions based on some of the world’s most iconic supercar brands. It also provides ongoing support, maintenance, and preparation of high-performance and historic road and track cars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My Therapist Ghosted Me
In with The Beckhams, Man Thrown Out & A Kardashian Up Close

My Therapist Ghosted Me

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 43:12


There's always a lot to catch up on, but especially so after a two week break... Joanne's tour continues with some insane stories to tell and Vogue has possibly the biggest news she's ever had... Ever ever. Plus, fake pregnancy, If you'd like to get in touch, you can send an email to hello@MTGMpod.comPlease review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/For merch, tour dates and more visit: www.mytherapistghostedme.comJoanne's comedy gigs: www.joannemcnally.comThis episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners.

Shakira
Shakira's Electrifying Tour Triumph: Miami's Must-See Finale

Shakira

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 3:03 Transcription Available


Shakira BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Shakira just capped several electrifying weeks with headline news around her wildly successful Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour which, according to Hits Daily Double, grossed an astonishing 128 million dollars and moved 1.6 million tickets making it the biggest Latin live run of the year. On top of these global milestones, Shakira's team shocked Miami fans with the announcement of two exclusive Up Close and Personal shows at Hard Rock Live for December 27th and 28th, bringing her total hometown appearances to four for 2025. The new concerts promise an intimate experience and according to Consequence, include unusually lavish VIP packages with meet and greets, rooftop cocktail events, and limited-edition gifts curated by the superstar herself. Local media in South Florida is already buzzing about these rare shows, with Secret Miami crowning the year-end performance as the must-attend closing note to her historic tour.Social media has lit up over presale tickets; both Twitter and Instagram fan accounts have been spreading clips from her recent sold-out gigs, backstage moments, and snippets of rehearsal footage. Shakira herself has posted teasers, urging fans to “make this end-of-year unforgettable,” fueling rumors of potential surprise guest appearances, though nothing has been officially confirmed. On TikTok, viral dance challenges based on the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran choreographies have kept her trending, and several Spanish-language outlets are highlighting shoutouts from fellow artists celebrating her musical longevity.In the business realm, Shakira is reportedly in early talks for future brand collaborations, fueled by the triumph of her 2024 album and subsequent tour. However, no official endorsements have been disclosed this week by her management. According to Hits Daily Double and industry analysts, her ongoing tour achievements and pristine box-office numbers solidify her status as Latin music's premier live draw, signaling potential for more major partnerships going into 2026.There have been no verified public comments from Shakira regarding her personal life in recent days, and her representatives continue to keep her private matters out of headlines. Most recent coverage centers unequivocally around her music, tour legacy, and this Miami concert news, marking a week where the superstar's impact feels larger and more influential than ever, both onstage and in cultural conversation.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Kicking the Seat
Ep1167: Spooky Action Up Close: An Interview with Crispin Hellion Glover

Kicking the Seat

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025


You may know Crispin Hellion Glover as an eccentric character actor from classics films like Back to the Future, River's Edge, and, of course, Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter. But he's also a committed independent filmmaker.Earlier this month, he attended the press screening for his latest movie, No! You're Wrong. Or: Spooky Action at a Distance at Chicago's Music Box Theatre--where he also performed a half-hour historical slideshow about the art and science of rat-catching for a handful of assembled press. After the show, Ian sat down with the writer/director/star for a wide-ranging interview about his refusal to make his films available digitally; his relationship with David Lynch; the history of Surrealism; artificial intelligence in the Arts, and much more.As for the movie at hand, it would require several hours and a couple of re-watches to accurately describe (and probably not even then). The best Ian can muster is, "It's like There Will Be Blood meets Cloud Atlas, set in the Land of Make-Believe".Chicagoans! See below to learn how you can experience this one-of-a-kind evening with the man himself this very week!Subscribe, like, and comment on Kicking the Seat here on YouTube, and check us out at:kickseat.comXLetterboxdInstagramFacebookShow LinksWatch the No! You're Wrong. Or: Spooky Action at a Distance trailer.Crispin Hellion Glover returns to the Music Box this week for two unbelievable nights of movies!On Wednesday, October 22, he'll be on hand for a screening of a film he recently starred in, Mr. K. On Thursday the 23rd, he'll present his latest slideshow, followed by a screening of No! You're Wrong. Or: Spooky Action at a Distance.He'll stick around for an hour-long Q&A and book signing--with a promise that he won't leave until the last book is signed!For tickets and more info, check out the Music Box Theatre's website:Mr. KNo! You're Wrong. Or: Spooky Action at a DistanceTo learn when Crispin will present his slideshow and screening in a city near you, visit his website.

Hypnosis and relaxation |Sound therapy
Come to the coral reef island and kiss the sea breeze up close, feel free and unfettered, free from worries and unburdened by the world around you

Hypnosis and relaxation |Sound therapy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2025 61:02


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The Values Workshop
Taking the mask off success |A #screenwriter who sees glamour up-close reveals the true face of fame

The Values Workshop

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 34:37


We tend to crystallize #success. As if it is some kind of unmoving, unchanging, ultimate truth. As a first of sorts for me, I get a successful friend, Niren Bhatt, screenwriter of some of the biggest recent hits in #Bollywood including #balamovie and #stree2. He speaks so simply and elegantly about the humanity of it all, completely bypassing the awe most of us look at fame with. For the video, check www.youtube.com/c/thevaluesworkshop

EVN Report Podcast
Up Close & Personal with Gulnara Shahinian

EVN Report Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 54:35


Human rights advocate and founder of Democracy Today, one of Armenia's longest-standing human rights NGOs, Gulnara Shahinian reflects on her decades-long fight against modern slavery, human trafficking, and gender-based violence. From leading international missions to empowering women in Armenia's border communities, she shares how conviction, courage and compassion have guided her life's work.

Ali & Callie Artcast
Ep 186: The Inland Northwest Opera, Up Close and Unforgettable

Ali & Callie Artcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 39:58


Established in 2003, Inland Northwest Opera brings world-class talent to our region while providing a stage for local professionals to share their artistry with an engaged and inspired community. Mike Bullard, board member, volunteer, and performer, talks to us about this valuable organization and its return thanks to some passionate folks in our community. Inland Northwest Opera is a 501(c)(3) organization who produces opera which inspires and educates young and old, provides opportunity for local singers, and fosters access to the dramatic arts in the Inland Northwest. Be sure to join them on Sunday, October 12 at 3 pm at the First Presbyterian Church in CDA for a free afternoon performance dedicated to Menotti's extraordinary ability to blend heart, humor, and humanity in music in The Human Spirit Demands to be Heard. More events are planned with a big stage production of Die Fledermaus at North Idaho College Sept 11-13, 2026. Visit inlandnwopera.org for information, volunteer opportunities and upcoming auditions.

COOL Church
Up Close & Personal - Pastor Johanne Wilson

COOL Church

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 41:59


Sermon Title: Up Close & Personal (IRL: IN REAL LIFE) Pastor Johanne Wilson | COOL Church CREATED OUT OF LOVE

The Auto Bid
Jordan Richard on Building Swish Cultures, CRAZY Overseas Story, & Watching Lebron Up Close

The Auto Bid

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 58:09


Jordan Richard is one half of the basketball giant that is Swish Cultures. A platform that has transformed the way fans can access the game, not only here in America, but globally. Jordan sat down with us to discuss his journey building swish while playing overseas, and shares advice for other pro athletes who are trying to find that next career after basketball as well! We discuss some of his CRAZIEST overseas stories that you won't believe, and of course discuss some of the brightest stars in the game from young prospects you should know about, to the guys at the highest level, we get some insight that you won't find anywhere else! Be sure to like, comment and subscribe to the channel, so you don't miss out on some information that could change your life! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Melodic Beats Podcast
Melodic Beats Podcast #144 Andy Holdsworth

Melodic Beats Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 63:42


Melodic Beats Podcast #144 Andy Holdsworth. We welcome Andy to the MB shoreline for this months episode. Andy, whos brand “Up Close and Personal” started many moons ago in Manchester bringing the biggest in the melodic and progressive house scene to his intimate events. A couple of years ago, Andy moved to Exeter (local to me), bringing his brand and much much more to the local club scene where he has had world class DJ's bring their sounds to the local club scene.. Its an absolute pleasure to have Andy on the podcast and keep your eyes posted for his future events at Move and Bomba in Exeter…   AS always, turn it up loud and Enjoy…..   Tracklist:   Kanaa Knight - Namaste (Instrumental Mix)              Paul Thomas, Simos Tagias - Tijuana (Dmitry Molosh Remix)           about:River - Seven Cats (Gaspar Aguilera & Manu Pavez Remix)    Amonita, July Rose - Clockworks (Extended Mix)                               Namatjira - Emotional Borders (Extended Mix)         Michael A - Paranoid (Gaston Sosa Remix)    ANUSH - Around Me (Nikhila Hashen Remix) David Home, Birch (UK), SHRI (IND) - Nostalgia Skies  (Original Mix)                Saive - Something (Original Mix)                     Satiyar - Under Water (Extended Mix)                           Somyu - Asteroid Belt                                     FJL - Nebula (Living Stereo Remix)                             Ev Rymd - Dandelion (Extended Mix)            

Indy filmaker on Coffee
No Filter. No Fluff. Just Truth | UPClose with #RandyHillman & #jrmichael

Indy filmaker on Coffee

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 73:54


SummaryIn this captivating conversation, Randy Hillman shares his extraordinary life journey, from the support of his family to his spiritual awakening after a near-fatal fall. He recounts his experiences at a psychic fair with his grandson, miraculous encounters, and his artistic journey that led him to meet Norman Rockwell. Hillman reflects on the entertainment industry, supernatural experiences, and the importance of faith and destiny in shaping his life. His story is a testament to resilience, intuition, and the belief that life is a remarkable journey filled with unexplainable moments.✨ Special Thanks ✨A huge shout out and special thanks to Buggafunk, our Music Director, for his amazing support, creativity, and inspiration.

Double Your WDW: The Disney World Planning Podcast
Lauren's Surprise Mother/Son Disney World Trip

Double Your WDW: The Disney World Planning Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 80:11


In this episode we discuss: Up Close with Rhinos Tour Split Stays Hard to get Reservations Listen to the full episode for all of this and more! Have thoughts on this trip? We'd love to hear from you! Resources See photos from Lauren's trip here MY favorite products to beat the heat Double Your WDW Amazon Shop Do you want to be a guest and share your trip? Get a FREE Disney World Vacation Quote Never Miss an Episode Subscribe on iTunes Join Julie's newsletter Help the show. Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings & reviews help, and I read each one because I love your input! Subscribe on iTunes Follow Us! Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Like on Facebook Follow on YouTube Let's Connect Do you have tips you want to share with other listeners? Do you want to be a guest and share your Disney expertise? Do you want to be a guest and share your trip report? Contact me! I'd love to hear from you. Plan Your Best Disney World Trip Ever

Idaho Matters
Experience raptors up close at the World Center for Birds of Prey

Idaho Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 10:21


"Fall Flights" has returned to the World Center for Birds of Prey in Boise - giving you a chance to experience the avian ambassadors who live at the Center up close. 

Marine Conservation Happy Hour
Dolphins up close with Bertie Gregory

Marine Conservation Happy Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 15:19


Dr Craken chats to National Geographic cameraman/presenter Bertie Gregory (https://www.bertiegregory.com/about) about his new documentary: "Dolphins Up Close". Bertie travels to the Azores to film schools of dolphins (and other species), and collects amazing footage showing their fascinating underwater behavior. "Dolphin up close with Bertie Gregory" premiers on National geographic channel on 18th September. Don't miss it! Contact info@absolutelysmashingllc.com for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

Overthinking Entrepreneur
48. Luck looks different up close: how "Overnight Success" really happens

Overthinking Entrepreneur

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 23:55


If you have ever looked at someone else's success and thought, “must be nice,” this one is for you!I've been on both sides of this and I give my honest thoughts on what people call "luck" and the very real things that make it possible for opportunities to find you and actually stick.In this episode, we get into:Being discoverable: stop hiding in private spaces, make it clear who you help and what you sell, get in the rooms where people can find youBeing operationally ready: simple systems for inquiries, orders, and follow up so a spike in interest does not make you panicBeing personally ready: mindset and nervous system stuff, thicker skin, less people pleasing, more self trust, so you do not crumble when momentum hitsListen if you are ready to stop waiting for luck and start setting yourself up to get "lucky"

EVN Report Podcast
Up Close & Personal with Yervant Zorian

EVN Report Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 39:42


A pioneer, innovator, and world authority on self-repairing electronic systems, Dr. Yervant Zorian bridges cutting-edge technology with a deep commitment to Armenia's future. As Chief Architect at Synopsys, President of Synopsys Armenia, and founder of the Armenian Virtual College, he has spent decades shaping the global tech industry while expanding educational opportunities for Armenians worldwide.

Everyday Is Friday Show
Dezi Stormz Gets Up Close & Personal with Tough Questions

Everyday Is Friday Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 8:10


Dezi Stormz isn't holding back as she asks the tough questions and gets up close with the camera, making sure you feel every moment! Tap in for the unfiltered vibes.

WYCE's Community Connection (*conversations concerning issues of importance in West Michigan)
Up close with Cindy Meyers-Foley, the Director and CEO of The Grand Rapids Art Museum

WYCE's Community Connection (*conversations concerning issues of importance in West Michigan)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 17:10


In this episode, WYCE Station Manager Phil Tower speaks with Cindy Meyers-Foley, the Director and CEO ofThe Grand Rapids Art Museum.Cindy spoke with us about several programs and happenings at the GRAM, including their new "Thursdays on the Terrace" programming, the GRAM on The Green Concert Series, a partnership with WYCE Community Radio.Cindy also spoke about the changing role of museums, especially how places like the Grand Rapids Art Museum are becoming positive spaces for health and wellbeing, third spaces, and spaces for community and social connection. Much of their new initiatives are centered on community outreach, including an exciting new program we spoke about at GRAM...their Teen Identity program.We also briefly discussed the must-see exhibition: David Hockney: Perspective Should Be Reversed, Prints from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation. The exhibit continues through November 2 at the Grand Rapids Art Museum.Online: The Grand Rapids Art Museum Cindy Meyers-Foley, Director and CEO ofthe Grand Rapids Art Museum.(Late August) Online:artmuseumgr.orgCLOSE: You've been listening toWYCE's Community Closeup…a weekly public affairs program produced inpartnership with The Rapidian, a hyper-local news service of the Grand RapidsCommunity Media Center. This is WYCE Station Manager Phil Tower…thank you forjoining us!Cindy Meyers-Foley, Director and CEO ofthe Grand Rapids Art Museum.(Late August) Online:artmuseumgr.orgCLOSE: You've been listening toWYCE's Community Closeup…a weekly public affairs program produced inpartnership with The Rapidian, a hyper-local news service of the Grand RapidsCommunity Media Center. This is WYCE Station Manager Phil Tower…thank you forjoining us!

Explore Oregon: Making the most of the outdoors
How to get up close views of whales on the Oregon Coast

Explore Oregon: Making the most of the outdoors

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 22:07


In this episode, host Zach Urness and outdoors intern Mariah Johnston talk about how to go whale watching in Depoe Bay to see giant whales — specifically from a boat. Located along Oregon's central Coast, Depoe Bay is known as the whale watching capital of the Oregon Coast and home to the worlds' smallest harbor. Urness and Johnston discuss how to book a $30 to $50 boat tour, avoid sea sickness and experience the giants up close during the summer and fall months.

KZradio הקצה
Bagel 514 with DJ Alarm: Up Close // 27.8.25

KZradio הקצה

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 59:54


EatWild Podcast
EatWild 100 - Cougars Up Close - Researching cougar behaviour with wildlife biologist Julie Thomas

EatWild Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 61:41


I've always known that cougars tend to avoid humans, with only a few close calls while sneaking around in the woods. However, this summer has seen several unusual encounters with cougars in Whistler and Squamish, including instances of cougars stalking hikers and chasing mountain bikers in popular recreation areas. I was curious about the reasons behind this behaviour, so I reached out to wildlife biologist Julie Thomas. In our conversation, Julie discusses her research on cougars in central British Columbia, focusing on their predator-prey relationship with caribou. She explains how changes in the landscape impact cougar behaviour, their hunting techniques, and their adaptability to various environments. We also delve into field research methods, including the process of capturing and collaring cougars, as well as the complexities of human-cougar interactions, especially in areas where cougars have been sighted near popular trails. Julie shares insights from her experiences and emphasizes the importance of understanding these magnificent creatures in the context of conservation and wildlife management. I also share a couple of my close brushes with cougars in the wild.   You can follow Julie here for more on her research and catch amazing cougar footage @wild_juliethomas on Instagram.    Check out the latest EatWild Online Course - iHunter App Field Guide: Tools and tactics for successful hunts The iHunter App supports the Eatwild Podcast and other programs. It is an essential tool for making you more comfortable in the woods. The app's mapping layers, navigation tools, and hunting regulations are packed into it to give you the information you need on your next adventure.  Stop in at Beere Brewing and take advantage of a 10% discount on your purchase. Use the code EATWILD10 on your next purchase. Beere makes a great selection of bright, crisp beers perfect for the patio or around the campfire.  

WYCE's Community Connection (*conversations concerning issues of importance in West Michigan)
Up close with Hal Phillips, from the Eastown Community Association (08-16-25)

WYCE's Community Connection (*conversations concerning issues of importance in West Michigan)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 14:10


On this week's episode, we welcome Hal Phillips, board chair of the Eastown Community Association.The Eastown Community Association is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit Neighborhood Association that was formed through the joint efforts of Aquinas College and Eastown residents in 1973. The ECA works with City officials, the Grand Rapids Police Department, other nonprofit organizations, and area businesses. The Eastown Community Association also works closely with the Eastown Business Association on improvement projects within the business district.Some of the many signature events sponsored by  The Eastown Community Association are Community Bike Rides, Bizarre Bazaar, held in mid-June each year, and the fast-approaching Eastown Street Fair, on Saturday, September 6.The mission of The Eastown Community Association is to foster a safe, diverse, and walkable Eastown neighborhood by creating opportunities for neighbors and friends to engage and connect.ONLINE: Eastown Community Association

EVN Report Podcast
Up Close & Personal with Cengiz Aktar

EVN Report Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 56:25


Political scientist, economist, author and public intellectual Cengiz Aktar, who spearheaded the landmark 2008 “I Apologize” campaign challenging the Turkish state's official denial of the Armenian Genocide, speaks with piercing honesty in this episode of Up Close & Personal with EVN Report's Maria Titizian. He reflects on Turkey's politics, its fractured memory, and the enduring weight of “collective amnesia”. For Aktar, confronting the truth of the Genocide is not only a moral imperative; it is the key to breaking the nation's cycle of repression.

The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro
Watching Several Habs Players Up Close! | The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro August 12 2025

The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 42:03


On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Brian Wilde joins Tony Marinaro to discuss Montreal Canadiens players playing in the Living Sisu Tournament and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ride the Lightning: Tesla Motors Unofficial Podcast
Episode 522: More Affordable Model Y Spied Up Close – Here's What We Know

Ride the Lightning: Tesla Motors Unofficial Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 94:00


The more affordable version of the Model Y has been spotted in a parking lot and captured on video. I'll tell you about what we now know for sure about what could be Tesla's lowest-price vehicle yet. Plus: it turns out that yes, the new Roadster really is back; a slightly different version of Tesla's Robotaxi service launches in my city, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly or (10% discounted!) annual pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier! And NO ADS at every Patreon tier! And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. INTERESTED IN AN EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR YOUR TESLA? Be a part of the future of transportation with XCare, the first extended warranty designed & built exclusively for EV owners, by EV owners. Use the code Lightning to get $100 off their “One-time Payment” option! Go to www.xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla. P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/ (don't forget the coupon code RTL too!).  BONUS: If you're in or going to be in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, bring your car to Immaculate Reflections! They're offering a Summer special: $200 off of any paint correction service, $500 off of any ceramic coating package, and 15% off of any PPF package. Check out their website at irdetailing.com

FilmWeek
Feature: The award-winning director of ‘20 Days in Mariupol' shows us Ukrainian soldiers up close in ‘2000 Meters to Andriivka'

FilmWeek

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 19:00


The war in Ukraine started in February 2022 when Russia launched a full-scale invasion. We watched as civilians sheltered from airstrikes and buildings became ruins in the Oscar award-winning documentary ‘20 Days in Mariupol’, just as the Russians took siege of one of Ukraine’s largest metropolitan areas. Now, three years after the Russian invasion and two years after that film's release, writer, director and producer, Mstyslav Chernov’s follow up documentary, ‘2000 Meters to Andriivka’ takes us back to the frontline as we follow Ukrainian soldiers on a mission to liberate the small town of Andriivka. Austin Cross sat down with Chernov to talk about the documentary and the importance of capturing the war on camera. Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!

The Echo Chamber Podcast
You Can’t Hate Up Close

The Echo Chamber Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 36:29


Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack Daniel Ennis is what you might call an accidental life-long politician, even if what he works on is not typically part of the political curriculum. He's also 7ft 15", so I had to be careful in my criticisms. This was fun. Not all podcasts with Cllrs are fun. The Christy Moore Podcast is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/135485064 Donate to Dignity for Palestine:https://www.patreon.com/posts/dignity-for-two-134250846

Vanessa and Gallant
7.29 Hour Two- Trenches Talk: Texans Camp Up Close

Vanessa and Gallant

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 47:37


Paul was on the ground at Texans training camp, and all eyes were on the offensive line. With full pads finally on, we dive into why real progress for lineman only happens when the hitting starts. From stand out performers to hidden potential, we breakdown the practice and what it means for the season ahead.  

Today in Lighting
Today in Lighting, 28 JUL 2025

Today in Lighting

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 2:22


Today in Lighting is brought to you by MaxLite, energy-efficient products for over 30 years. Learn more. Highlights today include: Signify Reports 2nd Quarter; Nominal Sales Decrease 4.4%, Electrical Trends: Copper. Tariff Shocked. $6. Impact, Lighting Controls Podcast: Start by Reading the Code, with Gina Rodda, Up Close with Lisa Reed, Acuity Granted Patent for Hydrel Flame Lighting Technique.    

Proyecto 1954 US-MX
198. Mexico Up Close: Conversations That Change the Narrative

Proyecto 1954 US-MX

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 30:45


In this new episode of Proyecto 1954, Enrique Perret, Managing Director of the US-Mexico Foundation, sits down with Dror Bar-Ziv — a USMexico360 alumnus, hedge fund manager, and business leader actively building community and networks in the Washington, D.C. area. Dror reflects on his recent experience in Mexico City as part of the USMexico360 program, a week-long immersion organized by the US-Mexico Foundation in partnership with Meridian International Center. During his visit, Dror had the opportunity to engage with policymakers, business leaders, and civil society organizations — all while major policy developments unfolded, including the announcement of new U.S. tariffs on Mexican goods. These moments offered a rare look at the Mexican perspective, prompting deep conversations on how U.S. domestic policies ripple across borders, and how we might better connect, collaborate, and integrate as a North American region. Beyond his experience with USMexico360, Dror also shares how his broader relationship with the Foundation — including events like the Meridian Ball Pre-Ball Ambassador Dinner hosted by Enrique and his wife — has deepened his interest and understanding of U.S.-Mexico ties beyond tourism. From business and government to civil society and diplomacy, he discusses the importance of building bridges that go far beyond trade. This episode is a thoughtful look at how young leaders are shaping the future of bilateral relations, one meaningful exchange at a time.

DJROYMIXTAPES
DJ ROY REGGAE MELODY UP CLOSE WITH LADY G 7.26.25 LIVE AUDIO

DJROYMIXTAPES

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 137:51


Capture The Magic - Disney World Podcast | Disney World Travel Podcast | Disney World News & Rumors Podcast
Trip Tales Ep 93 - Sarah P.'s Summer Disney Trip (with a little Epic Universe)

Capture The Magic - Disney World Podcast | Disney World Travel Podcast | Disney World News & Rumors Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 186:02


On this episode, Sarah shares about her July trip to Disney World and Epic Universe. Her and her husband stay at The Polynesian Villas, eat a bunch of hot dogs and Mac and cheese, watch Happily Ever After from their hotel every night, and experience some chanting extras like Sangria University and Up Close with Rhinos Tour.Subscribe To The Show & Leave Us A ReviewApple Podcasts - Click HereSpotify - Click HereAmazon Podcasts - Click HereYouTube - Click HereFollow Us on Social Media Instagram: @capthemagicTikTok: @capturethemagicTwitter: @capthemagicCTM Facebook Community: @capthemagicSponsorsCTM Apparel Co - visit ctmapparelco.com for original designs that are pefect in the parks or at home!Zip Travel - visit vacationwithzip.com to see how they can help you plan the vacation of a lifetime!1901 Candle Co - visit 1901candleco.com to bring the magical smells you love home with 1901 Candle CoMore Links Club 32 - ctmvip.comCapture The Magic Website - ctm.showMain YouTube - youtube.com@capthemagic

Today in Lighting
Today in Lighting, 15 JUL 2025

Today in Lighting

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 2:02


Today in Lighting is brought to you by MaxLite, energy-efficient products for over 30 years. Learn more. Current Expands U.S. Distribution Capabilities with Enhanced Network, Up Close with Robert Coy, Glare Affairs: An IES Webinar, Lighting Controls Podcast: From Theater to Tech with Chris Bocchiaro

EVN Report Podcast
Up Close & Personal with Artur Papyan

EVN Report Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 52:48


Artur Papyan, Director of MDI Armenia and Co-founder of CyberHUB-AM, opens up about his childhood in Gyumri, his journey through international study, his lifelong passion for tech and gadgets, and candidly shares his thoughts on Armenia's evolving media landscape, including his favorite football team, in this episode of Up Close & Personal with EVN Report's Maria Titizian.

Marine Conservation Happy Hour
SHARKFEST 2025 - Dan Beecham and "Sharks Up Close" and Candace Fields and "Investigation Shark Attack"

Marine Conservation Happy Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 16:20


Dr Craken chats about two upcoming documentaries that are part of National Geographic's SHARKFEST.  He chats to Dan Beecham, cinematographer for "Sharks Up Close with Bertie Gregory". A new documentary where presenter Bertie and underwater cameraman Dan search the waters of South Africa for the elusive great white shark, and discover local conservation efforts for this threatened species. The team film some of the amazing shark species in South African waters - but will they  find the famous apex predator? He also chats with shark scientist Candace Field from the series "Investigation Shark Attack". A six-part series about shark behavior and interactions with humans. What is it about shark behavior that leads to deadly shark attacks? How can we better interact with sharks to reduce the threat to humans and sharks alike. Both documentaries premiere on Disney+ and Hulu on July 5th. Contact info@absolutelysmashingllc.com for more information about sponsoring MCHH episodes  Music credits By Jolly Shore Leave  "Al For Me Grog (Trad.)" HandsomeForrune-FE (Adapted Lyrics by Taran Christen : Musical Arrangement by K. Ryan Hart) Represented by Rebellious Entertainment Dr Scarlett Smash Instagram Dr Scarlett Smash TikTok  Dr Craken MacCraic Instagram MCHH Instagram MCHH Facebook Dr Scarlett Smash YouTube

Today in Lighting
Today in Lighting, 26 JUN 2025

Today in Lighting

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 2:12


Today in Lighting is brought to you by MaxLite, energy-efficient products for over 30 years. Learn more. Highlights today include: Acuity Reports Their 3Q Earnings, ETI Requests Second Extension in Signify Lawsuit; Signify say No, GreenLight Alliance 2050 Connected Conference, Up Close with Kael Gillam, OEM Territory Manager (Southeast Region) with Keystone Technologies.

Cinema Drive
Cinema Drive Classics: 405. The Shark Up Close: Jaws (1975) - With David Bigelow and Aaron Kai

Cinema Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 60:49


Cinema Drive Classics presents:Cinema Drive welcomes filmmaker David Bigelow to the show! David joins his friend Aaron Kai, the master of hyperrealistic movie art, for a heartfelt discussion about the film that STILL makes people afraid to go in the water.David thrills Jason and Ryan with his stories of the production of Jaws (1975), a film in which he himself was an extra! This experience and his own history with Martha's Vineyard ultimately led him to his passion project about that community and their heavy involvement in the film's production. Tune in to learn about his upcoming documentary Making the Monster and its unique look into one of the biggest movies of all time.The Deep Question: What are your top three Spielberg films?Check out Making the Monster, David Bigelow's upcoming documentary about Jaws, featuring Aaron's artwork!:Instagram: @makingthemonsterSelected original artwork and limited edition prints from Aaron are available on his site!Website: aaronkaiart.comFacebook: aaron.kaiInstagram: @aaronkaiartMessage Jason and Ryan

#WithChude
I did not grow up close to my dad and that made me emotionally detached - Mike Afolarin

#WithChude

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 15:10


Mike Afolarin became famous for a role. But what he shared with me on set may be the most powerful thing he has ever done.He said many actors are suffering and smiling.Even though Far From Home made him a breakout star, the weight he carries behind the scenes is softer, sadder, and far more complex.He found photography through heartbreak. Work became a way to outrun the pain. One day, he picked up a camera — and that became his healing.He said the women in his life often call him emotionally detached.And right there on set, it clicked.Maybe it wasn't just about heartbreak. Maybe it began with an absent father.He became the emotional rock for his mother. Somewhere along the way, he forgot how to let others hold him too.He is open to reconciliation. But his father has not reached out.Still, he says everyone needs a father's love. Not having it made him grow up fast.It shaped his heart. His relationships. His silence.This is Mike Afolarin like you have never seen him before.Watch all new and old full episodes here: www.withchude.comBuy ‘How Depression Saved My Life', #TheDailyJoy and #TheDailyVulnerable books here: shop.withchude.comDonate to the work here: partner.withchude.comPlease subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/c/chude Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alone in the Woods (formerly Outdoor Terrors)
93 | I've Seen Killers Up Close—But NOTHING Like This | 7 Stories of Wilderness HORROR

Alone in the Woods (formerly Outdoor Terrors)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 65:59


Get CRYPTID: The Creepy Card Battling Game https://cryptidcardgame.com/ Read our new wendigo horror novel https://eeriecast.com/lore Sign up for Eeriecast PLUS for bonus content and more https://eeriecast.com/plus SCARY STORIES TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:09 The Red-Eyed Thing in the Pines - From - Officer Awesome 10-23 19:47 The good-night fish - From - PlatypusLover8 26:24 I Accidentally Called a Bigfoot - From - SwampQueen 31:08 What is outside our camper - From - Alaska Chick 38:07 Zip-Line from Hell - From - IndoorBandit 46:51 Something cold - From - Lancetobementioned 53:11 Don't Answer Strange Voices in the Woods - From - Anonymous Get our merch http://eeriecast.store/ Join my Discord! https://discord.gg/3YVN4twrD8 Follow the Unexplained Encounters podcast! https://pod.link/1152248491 Follow and review Tales from the Break Room on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! https://pod.link/1621075170 Follow us on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/show/3mNZyXkaJPLwUwcjkz6Pv2 Follow and Review us on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/darkness-prevails-podcast-true-horror-stories/id1152248491 Submit Your Story Here: https://www.darkstories.org/ Subscribe on YouTube for More Stories! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh_VbMnoL4nuxX_3HYanJbA?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Nick DiPaolo Show
Up Close and Personal With Nick Part 2 | Nick Di Paolo Show #1742

The Nick DiPaolo Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 21:43


In this episode Dallas interviews Nick in Part 2 of Up Close and Personal With Nick! To watch FULL EPISODES and get ALL RUMBLE PREMIUM content AD FREE, join by clicking the link below, then the red RUMBLE PREMIUM button.  https://rumble.com/c/TheNickDiPaoloShow/exclusive MERCH - Grab some snazzy t-shirts, hats, hoodies,mugs, stickers etc. from our store! https://shop.nickdip.com/ Visit our website to keep up to date! - https://nickdip.com FOLLOW ME ON SOCIALS -   https://nickdipaolo.komi.io/

The Bill Press Pod
Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal. Chapter 12: Year in Review

The Bill Press Pod

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 8:55


We are back next week with new episodes of The Bill Press Pod. The 12th and final chapter chronicles the demise of our fictional magazine, Capital Monthly. The pressure from the White House, from advertisers and from Social Media algorithms kills the independent journalism that was, in our stories, documenting what life was like for people under Donald Trump's second term guided by Project 2025. We now have seen, in real life, what evil Project 2025 has wrought. We hope this update of Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal restores in all of us, our commitment to halt the march to disaster that is MAGA, Trump and most of the GOP. 2026 cannot come fast enough. But for us to stop the madness, we must VOTE and convince friends and family to vote as well.We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this series. Especially the talented sound designers Marilys Ernst and Jonathan Moser who worked on every episode. Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal is written by David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bill Press Pod
Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal-Chapter 11: Hurricane Trump

The Bill Press Pod

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 15:45


Bill is back next week from his research and writing sabbatical. While he's gone, we decided it's important to revisit the horrors we laid out in our Project 2025 podcast series, Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal – and have the series author, pro-democracy advocate and the author of nine books, David Pepper, tie them to what's actually happened so far. In Chapter 11, set in November in Tallahassee, fictional Florida, Governor Buck Bryce confidently addresses the press regarding Hurricane Timothy, initially predicted to be a manageable Category 1 storm. However, the hurricane unexpectedly strengthens to a devastating Category 4 upon landfall, causing widespread destruction and significant loss of life. The governor, previously assured by Washington that all preparations were sufficient, is confronted with the reality of inadequate storm forecasting due to recent cuts to federal meteorological services as proposed by Project 2025 and now DOGE following through.As emergency response efforts falter, Bryce grapples with the new federal policies under Trump that make it difficult to declare emergencies and provide immediate assistance to affected businesses and citizens.(As is now actually happening: Under President Donald Trump, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied federal assistance for tornadoes in Arkansas, flooding in West Virginia and a windstorm in Washington state. It also has refused North Carolina's request for extended relief funding in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. This fictional but predictive narrative highlights the consequences of disregarding climate science and federal data, resulting in death and destructionAs always, the series author, David Pepper updates on how what he predicted has come to pass.We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this episode:Mark Ruffalo who read the chapter and others who contributed character voices. Sound design by Jonathan Moser.Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal is written by David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bill Press Pod
Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal Chapter 10- How Attacking "Woke" Plays Out in Reality

The Bill Press Pod

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 35:28


While Bill is on a research and writing sabbatical for the next 2 weeks we decided it's important to revisit the horrors we laid out in our Project 2025 podcast series, Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal – and tie them to what's actually happened so far. The first part of Chapter10 introduces the fictional character Dr. Joy Brewer, a dedicated researcher focused on studying cancer clusters affecting Black Americans. Joy learns from her colleague, Dr. Matthias Kunz, that all federal grants linked to race or gender are being canceled, jeopardizing her life's work. Despite her attempts to advocate for her essential research, the political climate forces her into a corner where she must reconsider her direction. This part of the chapter closes with Joy's resolute decision to remain true to her mission, suggesting a significant personal and professional loss amidst the disaster of Trump and his ideological allies.In the second part of chapter, the fictional Webster "Web" Powers, addresses a packed ballroom in Washington, D.C., on a day he considers pivotal for his political ambitions. Web, who has transformed from a simple condo salesman into a powerful figure opposing what he sees as “woke” ideologies in education and government, relishes the fear among his audience—representatives from universities and research institutions. He recalls how his concerns about a lack of patriotic historical education for his children led him on a crusade to eliminate anti-American content from schools, which in turn propelled him into politics. After achieving success in Florida by banning critical race theory and related concepts from education, he is ready to extend his efforts nationally. During his speech, he unveils plans to remove references to race, gender identities, and diversity from federal policies and grants, branding the funding of such initiatives as “racism.” His announcement indicates that billions in federal research funds supporting various racial and gender-focused studies will now be terminated, causing dread among established academics who relied on these grants. Web takes pleasure in exerting control, sensing that his audience, once dismissive towards him, is now subservient to his newfound authority.Ultimately, both narratives illustrate what happens when a Trump second term guided by Project 2025 destroys the lives and work of dedicated individuals committed to social justice and scientific integrity.We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this episode:Danai Gurira and Joel Hurt Jones who read the chapter and others who contributed character voices. Sound design by Jonathan Moser and Marilys Ernst. Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal is written by David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The American Federation of Teachers. More information at AFT.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bill Press Pod
Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal. Episode 9-The Insurrection Act.

The Bill Press Pod

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 53:58


While Bill is on a research and writing sabbatical for the next 2 weeks we decided it's important to revisit the horrors we laid out in our Project 2025 podcast series, Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal – and tie them to what's actually happened so far. The story in this chapter follows fictional Private Troy Marquis, who attends a tense early morning briefing at a military reserve base in Philadelphia. Troy is told that a radical group, Antifa, has invaded the city, prompting a second-term President Trump to invoke the Insurrection Act. US law currently prohibits the military from operating on US soil. However, the Insurrection Act of 1807 gives the president broad and sweeping authority to use the military to quell domestic violence or conspiracy that the president thinks is a domestic rebellion or insurrection. Donald Trump tried use the Insurrection Act against Black Lives Matter protests in his first administration and has threatened use the U.S. Military to shut down protests against him in a second term.As the soldiers in Troy Marquis company advance towards City Hall, tensions rise with the conflict between what the soldiers were told and what they see with their own eyes. In the midst of a peaceful protest against police violence, the situation escalates when one soldier purposely makes up a perceived threat, leading to gunfire. The chaos results in the deaths of dozens and many injuries, including their own soldiers. Overcome with horror and guilt, Troy grapples with the aftermath of their actions and the brutal reality of their mission.In a view from the other side, the fictional Julie Brown joins that protest in Philadelphia calling for justice after the police killing of two Black students. Despite her parents' concerns about the increasing hostility towards protesters, she feels compelled to stand up for her beliefs. The protest initially unfolds peacefully, filled with songs and chants, until military forces arrive with orders to disperse the demonstrators. As the military's authoritative tone becomes increasingly menacing, panic ensues when gunfire breaks out, resulting in casualties among the protesters. Julie is injured in the chaos and wakes up in the hospital, facing a representative of military intelligence who informs her that the protest group is being investigated for allegedly attacking the military. Once again in a trump administration up is down and down is up.We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this episode:Mark Hamill and Andrea Guidry who read the chapters and others who contributed character voices. Sound design by Jonathan Moser and Marilys Ernst. This episode of Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal was jointly written by Daniel Miller—lawyer, writer and democracy advocate—and David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by the American Federation of Government employees. More information at AFGE.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bill Press Pod
Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal-The Assault on Public Education

The Bill Press Pod

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 47:09


While Bill is on a research and writing sabbatical for the next 3 weeks we decided it's important to revisit the horrors we laid out in our Project 2025 podcast series, Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal – and tie them to what's actually happened so far. Project 2025 proposed to eliminate the Department of Education and divert federal education funding into universal school voucher programs, allowing public money to be used for private and for-profit schools. This would result in cuts to critical services and programs at public schools, including mental health counseling, school resource officers, after-school programs, reading/writing specialists, and services for students with disabilities. Classroom sizes at public schools would increase substantially due to the funding cuts, hampering the ability to provide a quality education. The plan also calls for the censorship of curriculum and book banning related to topics like racial equity, LGBTQ issues, and reproductive health. Private for-profit schools receiving voucher funds have been found to use substandard or misleading curriculum, including teaching that dinosaurs and humans co-existed and that slavery was not as bad as portrayed. Overall, the goal of Project 2025 is to end public education in the United States in favor of a privatized, deregulated school system, with devastating consequences for students, especially those from lower-income families and communities.Based on the actual proposals and likely consequences above, the fictional based stories begin as Martha Sheakley, the principal of Southeast Middle School, faces the challenges of new controversial book-banning laws that require the removal of numerous classics from the library. As she meets with librarian Paige Parker, they express their frustration over the vague standards forcing them to censor popular titles, including works by Toni Morrison and Anne Frank. Martha is frustrated with the political landscape affecting education and the consequences of enforcing these new laws. Martha then attends a distressing meeting about school funding. Due to the government's shift to vouchers for private schools, public schools face severe funding cuts. She learns they must eliminate wrap-around services and support staff, including mental health counselors, after-care programs, and special education resources. These cuts threaten the well-being of students and the overall educational environment. The meeting exposes the deepening crisis in public education as more responsibilities are pushed onto families with lower income and fewer resources. After a day filled with painful decisions and meetings, Martha encounters law enforcement taking away censored books from the library, further highlighting the absurdity and tragedy of censorship in education. As the day ends, Martha reflects on the privilege of parents benefitting from the new policies while her own students and staff suffer the consequences.In parallel, Marcus and other parents share their concerns about Blue Ribbon Academy, a new school that seemed promising but delivered a disappointing reality. They discover misleading curriculum materials that trivialize serious historical issues and provide an inadequate education. As they navigate their experiences trying to advocate for better education options for their children, they are met with resistance from the Blue Ribbon administration, which has no accountability to the public.Despite their efforts, the parents ultimately face the grim reality that shifts in educational policy have sidelined their children, particularly those with special needs like Marcus's son, Jamal, who is deemed "not a good fit" for Blue Ribbon due to his ADHD. This reflects a larger trend of public schools becoming underfunded and unable to meet the needs of diverse learners as more families are funneled into less supportive educational environments.We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this episode: Ever Carradine and Don Cheadle who read the chapters and others who contributed character voices. Sound design by Johnathan Moser.Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal is written by David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod. Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The Laborers' International Union of North America. More information at LIUNA.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bill Press Pod
Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal Chapter 7 -The Brutal Attack on Workers and Unions

The Bill Press Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 59:52


While Bill is on a research and writing sabbatical for the next 4 weeks we decided it's important to revisit the horrors we laid out in our Project 2025 podcast series, Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal – and have the series author, pro-democracy advocate and the author of nine books, David Pepper, tie them to what's actually happened so far. In this episode of Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal, we see the real-life effects of this assault on unions and workers. In our fictional story, two legendary high school football players, Turk Foster and DeAndre McCollum, still relish their past glory. But they are struggling to navigate the rule changes proposed by Project 2025 that undercut the power of unions and tilt the playing field in favor of the employers to the detriment of employees. Turk struggles with his job as a union electrician as wages and job security diminish. He feels the weight of expectation on his son, who may soon forgo football to support the family by taking a job, previously off limits to teenagers in a plant in town. DeAndre's wife, a nurse, has had her hours cut and has to cope with last minute schedule changes that disrupt their family life.In the second half of the episode, Bruce Lipton, the fictional private equity executive, plays golf with his HR consultant Dudley Brennan. Their conversation reveals the ruthless cost-cutting measures undertaken by their firm, Bald Eagle Capital, and the broader privatized economy shaped by the election of Donald Trump and the deregulation as proposed in Project 2025. Dudley lists strategies like eliminating union protections, utilizing young workers—including hiring teenagers for hazardous jobs—and reducing overtime expenses. Despite his discomfort with these practices, Bruce feels pressured to comply with the aggressive corporate tactics that prioritize profit over worker safety and rights, reflecting an uncomfortable tension between his upbringing in a union household and the cutthroat world of private equity. The chapter concludes with Bruce's disillusionment leading him to leave the golf course, symbolizing his internal conflict over the ethical implications of his work. We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this episode: Wendell Pierce and Fisher Stevens who read the chapters and others who contributed character voices. Sound design by Marilys Ernst and Jonathan MoserTrump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal is written by David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The Ironworkers Union. More information at Ironworkers.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bill Press Pod
Trump's Project 2025: Update: Chapter 6. Mass Deportation Disaster

The Bill Press Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 62:51


While Bill is on a research and writing sabbatical for the next 4 weeks we decided it's important to revisit the horrors we laid out in our Project 2025 podcast series, Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal – and tie them to what's actually happened so far. The story that leads off Chapter 6 captures the struggles of 12-year-old Alvaro and his mother in a fictional detention center in West Texas. Alvaro expresses his hunger to his mother, who is too weak to properly care for herself. As they navigate the deteriorating conditions of the camp—overcrowded with diminishing food supplies, hostile guards, and a sense of fear from both authorities and fellow detainees—Alvaro reflects on lost friendships and longing for better times. His mother's health declines as she sacrifices for him, giving him her piece of bread despite needing it more herself. This highlights Alvaro's growing awareness of their desperate situation. He learns from a friend, Manuel, about possible escape routes and decides to plan his own escape to ensure both his and his mother's safety.In the second half of Chapter 6, in a parallel narrative, soldier Jake Caldwell describes the chaos of the detention center from his perspective. As he witnesses the overwhelming influx of women and children, he feels the systemic failures of the camp. The environment strips away humanity, leading children to escape in search of freedom. As both narratives unfold, Alvaro attempts to escape the camp, filled with hope for a future where he can see his mother smile again even as Jake grapples with the moral dilemmas of his role in the oppressive system. Their stories intertwine themes of resilience, sacrifice, and the harsh realities faced by both detainees and guards in the unjust conditions of the camp.We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this episode:Mark Ruffalo and Andrea Guidry who read the chapters and others who contributed character voices. Sound design by Marilys Ernst and Jonathan Moser.Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal is written by David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bill Press Pod
Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal. Chapter 5: The Department of Retribution.

The Bill Press Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 55:38


While Bill is on a research and writing sabbatical for the next 4 weeks we decided it's important to revisit the horrors we laid out in our Project 2025 podcast series, Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal – and have the series author, pro-democracy advocate and the author of nine books, David Pepper, tie them to what's actually happened so far. In Chapter 5, Part one, the fictional characters Congresswoman Louise Getty (a stand-in for Liz Cheney) and Senator Wade Stiller, former rivals, meet at the World War II Memorial in Washington D.C. They reflect on their pasts and express concern over a hostile political climate under Trump's second term, feeling fear and paranoia about being surveilled and targeted by the government. Their conversation reveals a sense of vulnerability as they confront the reality that many of their colleagues have abandoned principles out of fear. Louise recalls the intense political maneuvering and betrayals leading up to and following the January 6 insurrection.In Part Two, Woody Nuxhall, the newly appointed head of the Treason and Political Crime Section of the DOJ, oversees his zealous young team of prosecutors, eager to pursue investigations and vendettas against political enemies. The group discusses tactics to surveil and undermine former colleagues and opposition figures, planning a strategy fueled by partisan loyalty and vengeance, while embracing a radical transformation of the DOJ's role in politics. While these stories are fictional, they are based on Trump's own words and Project 2025.We'd like to thank the artists who contributed their time to make this episode:Richard Schiff and Morgan Fairchild who read the chapters and Jason Kravits, Tony Michaels, Jim Hilmes, Joe Walsh and Omid Abtahi contributed character voices. Sound Design by Marilys Ernst and Jonathan Moser.Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal was written by David Pepper and Produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Dinesh D'Souza Podcast

In this episode, Dinesh draws on newly-released data from New York University to show the shameful extent of racial preferences. Dinesh celebrates what looks to be the demise of the activist group Greenpeace. Professor Stanley Ridgley, author of “DEI Exposed,” joins Dinesh to chart a path toward the overthrow of DEI and the realization of Martin Luther King’s dream of a color-blind society.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.