Podcasts about Upheaval

How can a play devised by enemies, performed in four locations across a peace wall in the middle of a war zone help provoke lasting peace?In November 1999, in Belfast, Northern Ireland, a community play called The Wedding brought Protestants and Catholics together to rehearse a shared future in the fragile aftermath of the Good Friday Agreement. It wasn't a feel-good arts project. It was risky, volatile, negotiated truth performed in living rooms and kitchen houses on both sides of the peace line.In this episode, we revisit that moment — not as nostalgia, but as a live question for a divided United States struggling to imagine a coherent democratic future.In this episode, we explore three critical lessons from Belfast that feel urgently relevant today:Proximity changes people. Intimacy — not abstraction — makes caricature impossible.Shared labor builds trust before shared opinion. Competence together can precede consensus.Hope is not a feeling. It's a container built through practice. Democracy survives inside structured collaboration, not slogans.Listen in for a return to Belfast — and a serious invitation to consider what it would mean to rehearse the future together, here and now.NOTABLE MENTIONSPeopleBill ClevelandHost of Art Is Change and author of Art and Upheaval.David TrimbleLeader of the Ulster Unionist Party and key political figure in the Good Friday Agreement.George J. MitchellU.S. Senator and American peace envoy who chaired the negotiations leading to the Good Friday Agreement.Joe EganBelfast theater director and key figure in the development of The Wedding.Martin LynchPlaywright and co-creator of The Wedding, known for community-based theater work in Northern Ireland.Organizations & InitiativesUlster Unionist PartyPolitical party central to the post-Agreement negotiations referenced in the episode.The Good Friday Agreement (1998)The landmark peace accord that helped end decades of violence known as The Troubles.Community Arts Forum (CAFÉ)Belfast-based organization that supported cross-community arts initiatives including The Wedding.The Shankill–Short Strand Peace LineOne of Belfast's “peace walls” dividing Protestant and Catholic...

Our country may be facing the real possibility of a 10 year upheaval of our entire civilization! This would be consistent with world historical observations for the Tytler cycle, and for the civilization time cycles revealed by Ray Dalio.So, is there reason to believe that the current US cycle is near its termination? Listen to some of the podcast part of the problem and see what you think.And if so, how do we protect our families?Clip Used: Dave Smith | Pam Bondi is Cooked | Part Of The Problem 1360By: Dave Smith @PartOfTheProblemFollow Us:YouTubeTwitterFacebookBlueskyAll audio & videos edited by: Jay Prescott Videography

This week the prof and dev, Anthony and Larry, discuss the closing of Bluepoint by Sony and the shakeup at Xbox with Phil Spencer retiring, Sarah Bond leaving, and a new head of Xbox coming in. After all that they chat about the games they've been playing; Diablo 2 (still), Ghost of Yotei, and some Zelda.

The headlines feel relentless right now—political upheaval, cultural polarization, global uncertainty. What if we zoomed out and asked, What do the stars say about America in this moment?In this episode, I sit down with astrologer and former NASA research scientist Jill Brown to explore whether there's a larger pattern unfolding, and what astrology might offer as a framework for understanding this moment.We talk about America's "Pluto Return," free will, civic engagement, polarization, discipline, and how to stay grounded in chaotic times.We also cover:What a “Pluto Return” actually means for the U.S.Why 2026 could feel like a cultural turning pointThe difference between rebellion and reformHow technology fuels polarizationWhy local civic engagement may matter more than national outrageWhat your birth chart (beyond your sun sign) can reveal about youHow “Chiron” represents wounds that can become wisdomThe intersection of science, spirituality, and personal agency

What does abundance look like when you work with people in the most fragile moments of their lives?In this deeply moving episode, Amy Sylvis sits down with her former cystic fibrosis physician, Dr. Kamyar Afshar, now Medical Director of the Lung Transplant Program at UC San Diego. Together, they explore what it means to practice medicine with dignity, compassion, and cultural awareness, and how lived experience shapes leadership.Dr. Afshar shares his family's immigration story from Iran, the values of service instilled by his parents, and how those experiences shaped his approach to medicine. He opens up about leading during COVID, navigating misinformation with grace, mentoring the next generation of physicians, and raising children with intentional values. This conversation is about more than medicine. It's about connection. Courage. Asking for help. And creating abundance through service.UC San Diego Health – Lung Transplant Program

What does 2026 hold for humanity? According to intuitive forecasts, numerology, Chinese astrology, and ET intelligence briefings, we are entering a One Universal Year — a year of radical new beginnings.In this powerful presentation, Brad Johnson outlines why 2026 — the Year of the Fire Horse — may ignite:• Worldwide protests and government shutdowns• The collapse of centralized systems• Major financial market volatility (Bitcoin vs. Ethereum)• The weakening of mainstream media• Youth-led decentralization movements• Expanded extraterrestrial contact• A prophesied crop circle marking the lifting of suppression veils• New contactees and walk-in phenomena• Secret space system transformations and Saturn revelationsFrom global restructuring to off-world disclosure, this forecast explores the revolution of systems — political, financial, technological, and cosmic.Are we witnessing the end of centralization and the beginning of planetary awakening?Watch the skies. Watch the markets. Watch the youth.2026 may be the turning point.Join Dr. Salla on Patreon for Early Releases, Webinar Perks and More.Visit https://Patreon.com/MichaelSalla/

As we come to the end of this opening series into Matthew, the question we're left with is:“What are you going to do about this Jesus?”Join us as Pastor Johanan leads us to wrestle with this question, in A City in Upheaval from Matthew 2:13-23.

In this episode of the World of Higher Education Podcast, host Alex Usher is joined by Simon Marginson, Emeritus Professor of Higher Education at Oxford University, to discuss his new book 'Global Higher Education in Times of Upheaval: On Common Goods, Geopolitics and Decolonization.' They cover a range of topics, including the rise of right-wing nationalism, China's scientific advancement, and the challenges posed by neoliberalism and neocolonialism to the higher education sector. Simon emphasizes the need for higher education to be oriented towards the common good and discusses the distinctions between public goods and common goods in this context. The conversation explores the differences between higher education systems in the Anglosphere and other parts of the world, as well as the implications of internationalization versus globalization.

Mike joins I-Chung Lai, President of The Prospect Foundation. Prior to current role, he held several prominent positions within Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party, serving as Executive Director of the DPP Mission to the United States and as the Director General of the Department of International Affairs. They discuss the PLA's increasing operational abilities and Taiwan's potential response to counter a blockade, how Taipei is interpreting the evolution of Chinese foreign policy towards Taiwan and the purge of Chinese general Zhang Youxia, Taipei's assessment of U.S. foreign policy and posture in the Indo-Pacific, and much more.

In This Hour:SHOT Show 2026 From The CZ Booth--  Things are happening fast at CZ, and old world gun maker turning out cutting edge firearms.  Tom Taylor talks about the line of exceptional hunting rifles.--  NRA Board Member Amanda Suffacool pulls back the curtain on what has been going on at the country's oldest gun rights group.--  Gun and hunting writer and online creator Ron Spomer embraces the new hunting cartridges, but he still likes the old ones, too.Gun Talk 02.08.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

After more than a decade of war, a surge of violence in northern Syria is forcing thousands of people to flee – even as others return to a fractured country under a fragile interim government. With two-thirds of the population in need of urgent assistance and the UN humanitarian response underfunded, the Danish Refugee Council's Charlotte Slente tells RFI why aid groups fear catastrophic consequences as cold weather and economic collapse push millions to the brink. Clashes in and around Aleppo have displaced around 170,000 people since mid-January, as the Syrian army seeks to extend its control over previously Kurdish-controlled areas. Ongoing hostilities between government forces and armed groups continue to trigger displacement in several parts of the country, according to the UN. While political transition is underway after the fall of Bashar al-Assad at the end of 2024, reconstruction and recovery efforts are hindered by instability and lack of funding.  Access to healthcare remains unreliable, and basic services are severely disrupted. A harsh winter and long-term drought are exacerbating the crisis. More than 16 million Syrians are expected to need humanitarian assistance in 2026 – yet the UN's response plan is only 33.5 percent funded, leaving a $3.2 billion gap. "It is an incredibly fragile moment for Syria," said Slente, secretary-general of the Danish Refugee Council (DRC), speaking to RFI on a visit to the Syria, including areas in and around Damascus.  "This is a country where two out of every three Syrians need humanitarian assistance, and 90 percent of the population lives below the poverty line." A year after Assad's fall, Syrian hopes for transitional justice are fading Returning to ruins, landmines Around 3 million Syrian refugees and internally displaced people have returned home since the fall of the Assad regime, over 1 million from other countries and nearly 2 million from within Syria. "Syria has had a new government in place for the last year," Slente said, "and it's time to sort of recap on our programming here and adapt our programming to the new realities on the ground. A vast percentage of the population here are in dire need of humanitarian assistance on the ground." Many people are returning to their homes to find almost nothing after more than 13 years of civil war, she added. One of the DRC's priorities now is to work on getting rid of the landmines that still litter areas where fighting took place, and pose a deadly threat to returnees. The organisation recently finished training local teams to help clear mines, Slente said. "We are helping build the capacity here of the National Mine Action Centre in the Ministry of Emergencies that needs to coordinate that very big endeavour of clearing Syria of unexploded ordinance and landmines. It means that now we can get more jobs done on the ground with the clearing of mines, getting them out of fields and villages, so that people can actually be safe when they move around the territory." As Syrian workers return home from Turkey, local businesses feel the loss Upheaval in Kurdish north In north-eastern Syria, near the border with Turkey, civilians say they are still fearful. After months of tension, Kurdish-led forces have ceded swathes of territory to advancing government troops. Under a deal agreed last week, Kurdish forces and administrative institutions are to be integrated into the state. It is a blow to the Kurds, who had sought to preserve the de facto autonomy they exercised after seizing swathes of territory in battles against the Islamic State jihadist group during the civil war. "We are afraid that they will attack our regions and that massacres and genocide will occur," one woman told RFI's reporter in the Kurdish-majority city of Qamishli, where government forces entered on Tuesday. Another resident said he was hoping for "a positive resolution to the conflict, so that no more bloodshed occurs". This episode was mixed by Nicolas Doreau.

Legal giant Paul Weiss is getting a new chairman for the first time in nearly two decades, but this transition is definitely not happening in a planned, orderly fashion. Brad Karp stepped down from the role yesterday after the latest tranche of Justice Department documents showed he had surprisingly close ties to disgraced financier and convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein—far closer than what Paul Weiss had originally indicated. On this special episode of our podcast, On The Merits, Bloomberg Law editor Chris Opfer talks about what happened at this elite law firm and about the informal work Karp did for Epstein shortly before his death. Opfer also talks about why the firm's profits may not actually suffer that much from this abrupt change in leadership. "Long gone are the days of Paul Weiss being this, sort of, large litigation boutique," Opfer said. "It's much more a corporate-focused mega-firm." Do you have feedback on this episode of On The Merits? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.

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Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about political conservatives in Australia continuing to endure upheaval, with the opposition there undergoing leadership instability and polls showing the coalition parties haemorraging support to hard-right party One Nation.

Having saved the Kingdom from the strange effects of the Upheaval, Link returns to Central Hyrule where a sinister invitation from within Hyrule Castle itself beckons.Support the show

In this episode, we're joined by analyst Francois Sonneville and relationship manager Jonathan Magel to discuss the biggest news stories from the past 30 days, including: The US issues new dietary guidelines for alcohol consumption. Will it impact consumption or regulatory pressure? The CEO of Heineken will be stepping down later this year. Virtually every major alcohol business has seen executive turnover in the last 18 months. Does this signal a shift in our expectations for a quick return to growth or a resignation that the problems are more structural?  Recent reports suggest Republic National Distributing Company, the second-largest wine and spirits wholesaler in the US, will sell operations in seven states to Reyes Holdings, famously not a wine and spirits distributor. Could this signal an end or just the beginning of upheaval in the US wholesaler landscape?  The advent of GLP-1s in pill form and the lower pricing will inevitably lead to higher uptake. Should beverage companies have a "GLP-1 strategy"?  Want to sign up for our written research? Have a question, qualm, or story to tell, reach out via email: Bourcard.Nesin@Rabobank.com Check out the rest of our written research: rabobank.com/knowledge Note: The content and opinions presented within this podcast are not intended as investment advice, and the opinions rendered are that of the individuals and not Rabobank or its affiliates and should not be considered a solicitation or offer to sell or provide services.   Disclaimer: Please refer to our global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com/knowledge/disclaimer/011417027/disclaimer for information about the scope and limitations of the material published on the podcast. 

Yes I can have a lovely experience … but what does I lose by not feeling the collective pain? The Quaking of America: An Embodied Guide to Navigating Our Nation's Upheaval and Racial ReckoningResmaa Menakemhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60711316-the-quaking-of-america

Why does this have to be so honest, so ugly and for this to be a lived expreince for white people in America? Jane Fonda interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKtA7lxh7BAThe Quaking of America: An Embodied Guide to Navigating Our Nation's Upheaval and Racial ReckoningResmaa Menakemhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60711316-the-quaking-of-america

From the hiccups of the US–China tariff war and sanctions to refinery and petrochemical closures, the northwest European LPG market faced unprecedented upheaval in 2025. Peter Wilton, editor of International LPG, is joined by the LPG London team to discuss the major trends that shaped the past year, as well as the emerging patterns that could influence prices and flows in the year ahead.

This episode originally broadcast on January 15, 2026. The original podcast post is here: https://pixelatedgeek.com/2026/01/binary-system-podcast-489-star-trek-lower-decks-the-final-two-episodes/The last two episodes of the final season of Star Trek: Lower Decks had everything: fantastic stunt casting, a squad of Harry Kims, mountains of technobabble, a version of Mariner who knows very little about jailbreaks, and Jack Quaid doing his best freaked-out screams. We LOVED it. Listen in as we spoil everything, miss most of the easter eggs, and get all the names wrong.This week's outro is a clip from Upheaval by Grumplefunk.Looking for a present for that hard-to-shop-for person? Want to buy them (or yourself) a square foot of a castle in Scotland? Look no further! You can support the restoration of Dunan's castle, legally call yourself Lady or Laird, AND if you use this link to get there, you can support this podcast too! ScottishLaird.co.uk.

Finding comfort amidst the chaos in the world. From the global to the personal problems we are facing, what are ways we can cope. A therapist, a priest, a yoga instructor and a musician tell us how they do it.

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair, Dan Bardell and Sid Lowe as Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid and the Carabao Cup semi-finals begin. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Today on the show we are talking with people who are watching their former homes on political and literal chaos = Iranians, a Columbian and a former US resident will talk about what turmoil and upheaval in their regions means to them.

In this powerful first episode of 2026, Isabel Draughon sits down with Chanoa Inez author, personal transformation coach, and someone who has walked through profound loss and emerged with deep wisdom.We talk about grief without timelines, the difference between healing from something and healing with something, why self-love practices often fail, the role of your nervous system in your healing, and what it truly means to come home to yourself.Chanoa shares her story of losing her boyfriend in Montenegro and the years-long journey that led her to discover that your worth is inherent not tied to your achievements or output.This is the healing space. This is where we speak our truth.Guest: Chanoa Inez Author of Dream On!: How to Create the New Life of Your Dreams After an Upheaval of LossThe Loud Whisper Podcast: The Healing Space is your health and wellness podcast the place where you can pause, breathe, and heal. Here, we explore conversations that nourish the mind, body, and soul, guiding you back to balance, clarity, and truth. ✨ Stay connected with me, Isabel Draughon: Website: www.isabeldraughon.com Instagram: @isabel_draughon LinkedIn: Isabel Draughon If you loved this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review—your support helps us amplify these soulful conversations. Together, we're creating a community rooted in healing, wellness, and conscious living.

Carnivore Radio does not tiptoe around the truth. This episode goes straight at the narratives shaping today's political and cultural chaos. Hosts Jeff Sherman and Eric Lopkin break down the ICE shooting controversy, media spin, and the coordinated protests few outlets want to investigate. They dig into Minnesota corruption, paid agitators, and why follow-the-money questions never get answered. The conversation cuts deeper into impeachment theater, border hypocrisy, and the Democrats' messaging machine versus Republican failures to control the story. From food prices and gas costs to global power shifts, Trump, Reagan parallels, and the collapse of DEI logic at the highest levels of government, nothing gets a free pass. This is raw debate, uncomfortable facts, and sharp analysis without apologies. If you are tired of sanitized talking points and partisan cover stories, this episode delivers clarity with teeth. Carnivore Radio challenges mainstream narratives and dares listeners to think critically.

Real Madrid hit reset as Xabi Alonso exits the Bernabéu, while Denver Summit make a statement in the NWSL by signing USWNT captain Lindsey Heaps. Plus, the January transfer window heats up with major moves for Conor Gallagher, Joao Cancelo, and Lucas Paquetá, big MLS signings across the league, and a full sweep of global headlines in the Refill. It's all in today's Morning Espresso, your daily shot of the game around the world.

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Monte Judah examines Iran's unrest, Israel's security shift, Gaza developments, and global tensions in this Messianic World Update.00:00 – Headlines Overview00:40 – Messianic World Update Opening01:25 – Introduction & Date02:05 – Iran Protests Turn Violent05:40 – Economic Collapse Inside Iran08:30 – “Death to Khamenei” Chants11:15 – Israel Given Green Light on Iran Missiles15:10 – Will the Iranian Regime Collapse?18:40 – Haredi Protests Inside Israel22:10 – Bus Incident and Teen's Death26:05 – Exemption Bill Stalls in Knesset29:45 – Coalition Government at Risk32:40 – Maduro Captured in U.S. Operation36:50 – Venezuela, Iran, China & Hezbollah Ties41:20 – Trump's Gaza Phase Two Plan45:10 – Hamas Refuses to Disarm48:55 – Board of Peace & Global Involvement52:30 – Stabilization Force Stalled55:05 – Israel Separating Civilians from Hamas57:40 – Israel Strikes Lebanon Targets01:00:20 – Hezbollah Leadership Decimated01:03:00 – Israel Changes Defense Strategy01:07:10 – AI, Drones & Border Surveillance01:10:45 – Civilian Security Squads Armed01:14:30 – Lessons Learned from October 701:17:20 – Call to Prayer & Support01:19:45 – Lion and Lamb Platforms & Resources01:21:30 – Preview: Dudi Interview Part Two01:23:00 – Closing RemarksStay informed. Stay grounded. Stay watchful. At LionandLamb.tv, the Messianic World Update delivers clear, insightful, and biblically anchored analysis of world events every week. Join Monte Judah as he breaks down global headlines through a Messianic prophetic lens—helping you understand not just what is happening, but why it matters.If you're looking for teaching that connects Scripture, prophecy, and current events with clarity and conviction, this is where you want to be. Watch the latest episodes, explore in‑depth teachings, and connect with a community passionate about truth and discipleship—all at LionandLamb.tv.

Remembering Michael Reagan, adopted son of President Ronald Reagan, who has died at 80. A major sports bombshell rocks the NFL as the Baltimore Ravens part ways with longtime head coach John Harbaugh after 18 seasons. Plus, a live breaking news update on the search for an assault suspect in Alhambra, California. Rounding things out, Michael Monks joins the show to discuss Mickey Rourke and a unique fan-created fundraiser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Upheaval in the Middle East is being felt everywhere. What must we expect as we enter 2026? War tears some apart as others create surprising ew alliances. In this deep dive, Dr. Michael Doran joins Yishai to unpack the seismic changes defining our era. With decades of experience at the highest levels of strategy, Doran cuts through the noise to reveal the true personalities and power plays shaping our world.PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://yishaifleisher.com/podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/YishaiFleisherTVSUPPORT & CONNECT:Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/yishaiFight4Israel: https://fight4israel.givecloud.coTwitter: https://twitter.com/YishaiFleisherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yishaifleisherFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/YishaiFleisher  Support the show

Host Philip Gervasi is joined by Andrés Azpúrua (Executive Director, VE sin Filtro / “Free and Secure Online”) and Kentik's Doug Madory to examine what internet visibility can, and can't, tell us during a fast-moving political crisis in Venezuela. They discuss Venezuela's “baseline” reality of brittle infrastructure and recurring power outages, alongside long-standing, regulator-mandated censorship targeting independent media, social platforms, and even exchange-rate information. Using multiple data perspectives, the episode explores how traffic patterns, localized outages, and BGP noise can be misread without ground truth, and why careful attribution matters.

The Gilded Age began as the United States marked the 100th anniversary of independence, entering an era of rapid industrial growth and profound social change. This introductory episode sets the stage for what you can expect in my coverage of the Gilded Age, exploring how new technologies, expanding railroads, and rising industrial power transformed everyday life.Learn how as wealth accumulated at the top and economic inequality widened workers organized and demanded better and safer working conditions. I also touch on how political corruption flourished alongside unprecedented prosperity, sparking growing demands for reform. We have so much to cover together - get ready for one wild ride! Support the show

Mike Florio of PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the performance of Matthew Stafford on Monday Night Football, the current leaders for MVP of the NFL, Sam Darnold’s season with Seattle, the Ravens possible upheaval, and Vegas’ issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. KPFA News Year In Review Part 1. The post Upheaval, Resistance, Loss, and Resilience; KPFA News Year In Review Part 1 – December 31, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

Frank Dolce joined DJ to talk all things Utah Utes football as they look at a bowl game and an offseason full of unknowns.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: The Vermont-based ice cream maker Ben & Jerry’s has certainly seen its share of legal issues this year. Back in March, the ice cream company claimed that its parent company, Unilever, unlawfully fired its CEO David Stever. Then in September, co-founder Jerry Greenfield quit the business after 47 years, citing Unilever’s halting of the company’s social activism. Bradley reviewed this case and more with Mike Coyne, Dean of the Massachusetts School of Law in Andover.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Jason Pack, presenter of the Disorder podcast, the person of the year for 2025 was the Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney. But for 2026, Pack predicts, the person of the year will be a resurrected Jeffrey Epstein (or, at least, the Epstein scandal). Orderers vs Disorderers: the dialectic driving our age of upheaval. The Canadian Prime Minister, for Pack, is a hero. "Carney stood up to Trump and said, Great, you want to punish us? Punish us," Pack says. Whereas the conspiracy theorists stoking the Epstein paranoia are the bad guys. "The more that we in the mainstream attempt to say it was just a sex scandal, the more that people on the extreme left and right are gonna gain in power," Pack warns. So it's Carney vs Epstein. The hard center vs the extreme left and right. Order vs disorder. If only the future was that dialectically simple.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

2025 was a year of global upheaval, from the activities of the Trump Administration to instability in the Middle East and the reshaping of power politics as China continues its rise. But what will it be remembered for in the long run? Irish Times foreign correspondents Denis Staunton, who is based in Beijing, and Europe correspondent Naomi O'Leary, each picked two events whose impact will be felt into the future. They include the meeting between Narendra Modi, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, a trilateral power meeting in China that said much about the relationship between the US and the rest of the world; the October 10th ceasefire in Gaza, which is broadly holding in a way other ceasefires haven't; the record S&P stock surge in the US and why it loudly hints at an AI bubble and what that could mean for Ireland; and Europe's growing willingness to break a taboo, to reconsider the terms of the UN 1951 Refugee Convention which gave immigrants and refugees rights and imposed obligations on European countries.And amid all the gloom there were some lighter moments that struck our two correspondents.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Declan Conlon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In their ninth year of annual predictions, Philip and Brian revisit bold calls made in late 2024 that proved remarkably prescient. From mega-brand consolidation and Costco's international dominance to Google's stunning comeback and the rise of Anthropic, they dissect what they got right (most of it), what they got wrong (GameStop stands stubborn), and why being months ahead of conversations about tariffs, de minimis rules, and AI supremacy matters. It is no surprise that culture drove commerce's biggest shifts.Costco Reigns Supreme, Again2025 Outcomes & Highlights:Mega-brand M&A dominated 2025 as regulatory shifts enabled massive retail restructuring (+10 pts to Phillip!)Costco expanded internationally while battling Trump administration on tariffs and DEI (+10 pts to Brian!)China-direct retail faced existential crisis as de minimis loophole closed (+10 pts to Brian!)Creator-led brand exits to holdcos marked parasocial commerce era (+10 pts to Phillip!)Gamestop survived (-10 pts to Phillip!)Google executed the comeback of the decade with Gemini's ascent (+10 pts to Brian!)Associated Links:LORE - Future Commerce's 280-page book on brand worldbuildingCheck out Future Commerce on YouTubeCheck out Future Commerce Plus for exclusive content and save on merch and printSubscribe to Insiders and The Senses to read more about what we are witnessing in the commerce worldListen to our other episodes of Future CommerceHave any questions or comments about the show? Let us know on futurecommerce.com, or reach out to us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. We love hearing from our listeners! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Whether conscious or unconscious, we often view much of our humanity in opposition to our spiritual life. We know our predilections to vices and addictions. We find ourselves making and breaking the same commitments or resolutions each year for change that remains elusive. We realize we are intensely engaged in the same argument or relational rut, as predictable as Black Friday sales. Yet Jesus' arrival on earth speaks a different understanding of our humanness. Divinity is moving into our neighborhood, not to price us out of the block, but to show us the sacred in our skin, breath, thoughts, desires, quirks, and connections. We are invited to wait and watch for the Beloved and Beautiful in the imprint of humanness. In this third week of Advent, Christopher looks at the fragility of God being with us in even the most challenging and harrowing of times.  Reflection: What does your soul rejoice in? Is it harder for you to find joy in giving mercy or in receiving mercy? What is your prayer to the God of Upheaval?

Hour 1 of https://RushToReason.com opens with John Rush challenging listeners to rethink what truly matters as Christmas approaches: Are we clinging to gifts no one remembers, or to experiences no one forgets? But the hour quickly shifts from holiday wisdom to political reality as John delivers a bold, unfiltered prediction about Colorado's GOP governor's race. With more than 20 Republican candidates scrambling for attention, he asks the unavoidable question: Is the party sabotaging itself before the race even begins? John warns that infighting, ego-driven campaigns, and even suspected political “plants” could doom conservatives in 2026 unless unity happens early—something he doubts will occur. He then dives into Colorado's cooling economy, exposing the impact of skyrocketing regulations, natural-gas restrictions, and costly mandates that he says the media refuses to acknowledge. Why does Governor Polis blame tariffs and interest rates instead of his own policies? And what hidden change nearly eliminated Denver's famous brown cloud? Hour 1 is part political thriller, part economic wake-up call—packed with provocative insights you won't hear anywhere else. HOUR 2 Hour 2 of Rush To Reason revs up with special guest Ray Shefska, CEO of CarEdge (https://caredge.com), for a sharp, insider breakdown of one of the most significant shifts in the auto industry: the administration's newly relaxed CAFE standards. What will the loser fuel-efficiency rules mean for consumers, dealers, and the future of affordable cars? Ray reveals why the market has fewer budget-friendly vehicles than ever—and why envy, not necessity, is driving Americans into $55,000 cars with $750 monthly payments. John and Ray then expose how automakers fumbled the rollout of EVs, relying on government incentives instead of actually selling the features and benefits. Are manufacturers now scrambling to salvage billions in electric-vehicle investment? And will Toyota's hybrid-first strategy turn out to be the stroke of genius everyone else missed? The second half of the hour turns electric in a different way, as John battles misconceptions about EV road taxes and digs into a high-profile Highlands Ranch garage fire. Was it the EV, the charger, or something entirely unrelated? Listeners are left questioning how quickly we jump to conclusions—and how often we get the facts wrong. HOUR 3 Hour 3 of Rush To Reason takes a surprising and thoughtful turn as Patrick Payton—former mayor of Midland, Texas, longtime pastor, leadership consultant, and presidential leadership scholar—joins John for a powerful conversation about division, persuasion, and the lost art of human respect. Why can rival football fans shake hands after a brutal game, yet families can't make it through Christmas dinner without political warfare? Patrick shares insights from his new book, The Middle: How the Quiet Majority Can Mend a Divided Nation, explaining how both extremes—left and right—use fear, manipulation, and “otherizing” to control people. He offers practical strategies for navigating tense family gatherings, redirecting conflict, and approaching political disagreements with humility, patience, and genuine curiosity. After Patrick signs off, John turns to a viral claim that Trump voters should be legally forced to wear MAGA hats—raising an uncomfortable question: Are modern activists resurrecting tactics that eerily echo history's darkest movements? The conversation closes with John exposing how Agenda 21–style policies and rising Marxist rhetoric are creeping into Colorado politics, leaving listeners to ask: Are we still protecting freedom, or silently giving it away?

More than a dozen federal statistical agencies are falling behind on producing high-quality data sets that impact the U.S. economy and government policy. The American Statistical Association finds changes under the Trump administration have led to certain public-facing data sets being delayed, suspended or canceled. It's also flagging declines public trust scores in data sets produced by the federal government. Federal News Network's Jory Heckman has more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When “The Wiz” debuted on Broadway over 50 years ago, Dorothy Gale's journey to self-discovery and community within the land of Oz was told with groove, funk and emotion. Its impact is still felt today — especially in St. Louis, which shares deep connections to the musical. National tour co-producer for “The Wiz” Nicole Hudson, 4theVille President Aaron Williams and artist Hayveyah McGowan discuss the intersection of art, fantasy and theater. They also share how “The Wiz” has served as a vessel for understanding and holding space for joy — particularly Black joy — over the years.

As Treasury Secretary, former Federal Reserve Chairwoman and Chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, Janet Yellen is one the most powerful woman in American economic history. Award-winning economics writer and author Jon Hilsenrath joins with insights about her life and work from his book, Yellen: The Trailblazing Economist Who Navigated an Era of Upheaval. He shares how she navigated the sexism in her industry and in politics, her unconventional partnership in marriage and work with Nobel Laureate George Akerlof and why she didn't always "lean in."More about Jon Hilsenrath: He is a senior writer for the Wall Street Journal, where he has been since 1997, reporting from Hong Kong, New York, and Washington, DC. He was a Pulitzer Prize finalist in 2014 for his coverage of the Federal Reserve; part of a team of 2009 Pulitzer finalists for coverage of the global financial crisis; and contributed on-the-scene reporting from the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, which helped the WSJ win a Pulitzer in 2002. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Upheaval has taken root at several college football programs. Not Ohio State. What does that mean? It means your Buckeyes are here to deal with upheaval effects - specifically recruits committed elsewhere that now have a potentially new take on their future. It's spatula season, 'Nutters! It came early this year based on all the coaching tomfoolery but hey, who are we to complain? Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are here to flip it up. Who are the targets and what are the chances they tumble into Ohio State's recruiting class? We dive deep. We also hit the film room to break down Ohio State's victory over Penn State and try and put in perspective the voluminous and seemingly unprecedented level of praise heaped on the good guys these days. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Wednesday Tunnel To Towers edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid recaps the election of Democratic Socialist assemblyman Zohran Mamdani as the new and youngest mayor of New York City in over a century, highlighting Andrew Cuomo's failed attempt to resurrect his political career and the various factors that led to his defeat. Sid delivers insights from Cuomo's concession speech and commentary on Curtis Sliwa's role in the election. Additionally, Sid reports on Mikie Sherrill's victory as New Jersey's first female Democratic governor, defeating Republican Jack Ciattarelli, and her campaign strategy of linking Ciattarelli to Donald Trump. Finally, Rosenberg dives into the almost one-year anniversary of President Donald Trump's election last November back into The Oval Office. Bill O'Reilly, George Santos, John Catsimatidis, Lara Trump, Rich Lowry, Rick Scott & Samantha Ettus join Sid on this hump day installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you feeling the Earth tremble, literally and spiritually? Michael welcomes back channel and spiritual teacher Anne Tucker to decode the deeper meaning behind the recent global "earthquakes," both planetary and personal, and the massive energetic upgrade humanity is now undergoing. As this episode was recorded, a 6.9 earthquake struck the Philippines, synchronistically mirroring the message Anne channels from The Mother of Creation, the divine feminine force behind all existence. Together, they explore what these seismic events signify, the coming "flash of light" that will forever change humanity, and how to soften your own transformation as the Earth herself heals and ascends. This is not the end, it's the beginning of humanity's return to unity consciousness. Discover what it means to co-create with the Mother of Creation, awaken your light body, and prepare for the powerful spiritual evolution already underway. Key Topics The hidden connection between earthquakes, solar flares, and human ascension. What the angels call the "rainbow starlight" flash, and how it will transform life on Earth. How Mother Earth's "emotional outbursts" mirror our own healing and release. Why we've reached the tipping point of humanity's awakening. The difference between karmic and dharmic living and how to step into the new reality now. What it means to work with the energy of the Divine Feminine and the Mother of Creation. Signs you're already moving into 5D consciousness and unity alignment. The Earth is not breaking down, she's breaking open. As she releases old energy, she's making space for more light, more unity, and more love. And as you heal yourself, you heal her too. Join the Inspire Nation Soul Family!