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Monday, June 15th, 2026 Today, Donald Trump has nominated Epstein coverup lawyer Jay Clayton to be the next Director of National Intelligence; Brad Lander has been found not guilty in a New York City detention center incident; Democrats have blocked a short-term FISA renewal measure; women who fled Iran are to be removed to Africa; Donald has once again canceled plans to attack Iran; the Knicks pulled off the biggest comeback in NBA playoff history to win game 4 of the finals; Donald saw 22 medical specialists during his last checkup; someone drew a huge 8647 in the grass on the National Mall; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. Thank You, IQBAR Text DAILYBEANS to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Thank You, HomeServe For 50% less your first year, go to HomeServe.com/dailybeans. Void in Florida. The Latest Breakdown:Trump DOJ CORNERED by Judge in Jan 6 Cover-Up | The Breakdown Stories Postal Service Seeks to Block Mail Ballots in States Resisting Trump Demands | New York Times Washington Post hit with class action over ‘surveillance pricing' scheme | Courthouse News Service DHS says detained man "violently resisted arrest" and dragged ICE officer outside Baltimore school | CBS News Alabama seeks lethal injection execution for death row inmate after Supreme Court rejects nitrogen gas method | CBS News Bystander shot near White House is Army soldier with ‘severe injuries,' attorney says | NBC4 Washington Kennedy Center says it has fully removed Trump's name from its building | CNN Politics US judge orders halt to Trump administration's 'censorship' of park exhibits | Reuters Knicks win first championship in 53 years, igniting celebrations and chaos in New York City | PBS News Good Trouble SOMA Action →Triumphal Arch - Section 106 Assessment of Effect and Draft Programmatic Agreement →Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance - Open For Comments →The Forest Service is accepting public comments until June 7th →Form WTAF-8647 →Recall Gov. Jeff Landry - Louisianadeservesbetter.com →STOP the deportation of Mohsen Mahdawi - Action Network →detentionwatchnetwork.org →FieldTeam6.org →Standwithminnesota.com →Tell Congress Ice out Now | Indivisible, Defund ICE | 5Calls →Congress: Divest From ICE and CBP | ACLU →ICE List →iceout.org Good NewsThe Kennedy Center →Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans →Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.com →Email Dana LGBTQ Owned eating establishments in your area - hello@mswmedia.com Subject: “Dana's Project” Subscribe to the MSW YouTube Channel - MSW Media - YouTube Harry Dunn is running for CongressHarry Dunn for Maryland Our Donation Links Blue Wave California - bluewavecalifornia.org/concert Donate to Public Citizen - https://citizen.org/beans/ The Daily Beans is donating $10,000 and invites you to give what you can to support their life-affirming work - Donate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans Fundraiser Pathways to Citizenship link to MATCH Allison's Donationhttps://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_86ff5236-dd26-11ec-b5ee-066e3d38bc77&WidgetId=6388736 Join Dana and The Daily Beans in support of Human Rights Campaign http://onecau.se/_ekes71 More Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - Donate, ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwc, WhistleblowerAid.org/beans Dr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Dana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook, DanaGoldberg.com More from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today's Headlines: SpaceX went public today raising $75 billion at a $1.77 trillion valuation, making Elon Musk humanity's first trillionaire. Moving on, Trump spent Thursday morning threatening to seize Iran's main oil hub Kharg Island, then hours later cancelled strikes because Iran "approved a draft agreement" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and begin 60 days of nuclear negotiations — except Iran's own state media reported no agreement had been approved and that "the Americans kept changing their positions," though the stock market had its best day in two months anyway because the concept of a deal is apparently enough for Wall Street. In voter suppression news, the USPS quietly changed its rules to require states to hand over voter lists for anyone requesting mail-in ballots, with 23 states suing to stop it and the first judge already declining to block it, because of course they did. Trump dropped Bill Pulte as acting DNI after even Republicans said no, replacing him with Jay Clayton — Manhattan US Attorney, former SEC chair, and someone with no intelligence experience but a strong track record of loyalty to Trump. The DOJ is subpoenaing JP Morgan, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo to investigate alleged "debanking" of conservatives, with the primary evidence being that Trump lost his bank accounts after January 6th, and a DOJ staffer working on Traitor Fund legislation quietly asked to recuse himself because he was planning to file a claim from the same fund he's helping write. In Trump shenanigans news, his birthday UFC cage fight is set up on the White House lawn — with rain in the forecast — and workers will operate 20 hours a day year-round to build his gold arch in DC by the end of his term. And finally, Vance Boelter, the Minnesota man who posed as a police officer and murdered the Democratic speaker of Minnesota's state house, her husband, and their dog, pleaded guilty and received two consecutive life sentences plus 40 years. Resources/Articles mentioned: WSJ: SpaceX Officially Raises $75 Billion in Record-Breaking IPO Axios: Why Kharg Island is central to Trump's escalating Iran threats Axios:Trump cancels Iran strikes as mediators claim deal close AP News: US stocks jump, and oil prices ease on hopes for a deal to get crude flowing globally again CNN: Postal Service won't deliver mail ballots for states that don't hand over voter lists, under plan for Trump directive Axios: Trump picks Jay Clayton for Director of National Intelligence Lever News: The Epstein Prosecutor With A Portfolio Problem WSJ: Jeanine Pirro's Prosecutors Probe Big Banks for Alleged ‘Debanking' Politico: Top DOJ official planned to make a claim with Trump's ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund' AP News: Man pleads guilty to killing a top Minnesota Democrat and her husband while posing as an officer AP News: Lights! Camera! Cage match! The White House lawn's Octagon is ready for Trump's 80th birthday bash AP News: Administration plans intensive, year-round construction schedule for Trump's triumphal arch Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, host Chuck Warren is joined by guest host Tim Mooney for a packed episode covering Arizona politics, campus protests, election integrity, the 2026 midterms, and the latest true crime case making national headlines. The show begins with Chuck Warren sitting down one-on-one with Elijah Norton, candidate for Arizona State Treasurer. Norton discusses his background as a self-made businessman, his campaign for treasurer, and why he believes Arizona needs a leader with real finance, business, and investment experience managing the state's treasury. The conversation covers the role of the state treasurer, Arizona's $32 billion in assets, investment performance, the Permanent Land Endowment Trust Fund, Prop 123, and Norton's call for a comprehensive review of the treasurer's office and a "Doge-style audit" of Arizona's education system. Follow Elijah Norton on X: @NortonforAZ Website: https://nortonforaz.com/ Next, Chuck Warren and guest host Tim Mooney speak with Jessica Schwalb, staff writer at the Washington Free Beacon and a Columbia University graduate. Jessica shares her firsthand experience covering campus protests at Columbia, the pressure students faced during pro-Palestinian demonstrations, and the growing concerns over intimidation, free speech, and student rights on elite college campuses. She also breaks down the deportation case involving Columbia anti-Israel activist Mohsen Madawi and explains how campus movements connect to broader radical organizations and online networks. Follow Jessica Schwalb on X: @jessicaschwalb7 Then, Don Palmer, Senior Legal Fellow for Election Integrity at The Heritage Foundation, joins the show to discuss mail ballots, voter verification, USPS election regulations, ERIC, citizenship checks, voting system security, and foreign interference concerns. Palmer, a former Commissioner and Chairman of the United States Election Assistance Commission and retired U.S. Navy intelligence officer and judge advocate general, explains what states can do to strengthen election security and public confidence. Follow Don Palmer on X: @VotingGuy In the fourth segment, Tim Murtaugh, Washington Times columnist, founder of Line Drive Public Affairs, former senior advisor to the 2024 Trump campaign, and former communications director for the 2020 Trump campaign, joins Chuck and Tim Mooney to preview the upcoming midterm elections. Murtaugh discusses Republican chances in the House and Senate, redistricting, toss-up seats, healthcare costs, the Maine Senate race, Texas politics, and his recent Washington Times column on climate change. Follow Tim Murtaugh on X: @TimMurtaugh Finally, B's Crime Corner takes a closer look at the viral Karmelo Anthony and Austin Metcalf case, where 17-year-old Austin Metcalf was fatally stabbed at a Texas track meet. B breaks down how the incident unfolded, the indictment, the murder conviction, the 35-year sentence, the online rumors surrounding the case, and why this tragedy became one of the most talked-about true crime stories in the country. Listen now to Breaking Battlegrounds for conversations on Arizona politics, campus unrest, election integrity, national campaigns, and the true crime cases everyone is talking about. Tune in to Breaking Battlegrounds, the radio show covering the latest news, politics, culture, crime, and the stories shaping America. Catch Breaking Battlegrounds live on 960 AM in Phoenix every Saturday at 9:00 AM, with full episodes and exclusive podcast-only segments dropping every Friday wherever you get your podcasts or watch on Youtube. Stay connected with Breaking Battlegrounds: • Substack: https://substack.com/@breakingbattlegrounds • Website: https://breakingbattlegrounds.vote • News: https://breakingbattlegrounds.news • X: https://x.com/breaking_battle • Instagram: @breakingbattlegrounds • Facebook: Breaking Battlegrounds If you enjoy the show, please leave us a 5-star review and share it with a friend. Your support helps keep the podcast growing.
The US military drops 49 Tomahawk missiles on key Iranian infrastructure after one of our Apache helicopters with two pilots patrolling the Strait of Hormuz were nearly shot down in a drone strike. The President's blunt response to the new offensive: Either Iran signs the peace deal or we'll bomb the shit out of them. RINO senator Susan Collins is clearly feeling the squeeze as Trump offers his endorsement to beat Graham Platner. What she had to agree to in exchange. The USPS tells states that refuse to share voter roll data with the Trump administration it won't deliver their mail-in ballots.
AlabamaThe state appeals to 11th Circuit court over judge halting an executionAL Congressional Delegates approve $70B funding for ICE and Border PatrolSen. Britt warns Iranian leaders to take a deal from Trump to end the warMobile pastor urges city to not use taxpayer money to promote Pride monththe new Financial oversight committee within ALGOP has its first meetingNationalPresident Trump signs EO that prohibits USPS from delivering mail in ballots in states denying access to names on their voter rollsTrump also reveals that US military have smuggled out oil tankers in HormuzActBlue CEO pleads the 5th amendment in house committee hearingBill Gates sits for closed door deposition in DC re: Jeffrey EpsteinOversight committee to subpoena Todd Blancher after NY Times report details White House coverup over Jeffrey Epstein and Trump
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Jon Herold comes in Thursday on a slow news day that gets spectacularly un-slow mid-show. Trump posts a detailed plan to bomb Iran and take Kharg Island, Jon raises a Sun Tzu objection, and then within the hour Trump posts again canceling everything because a peace deal has been approved by every party in the region. Chris Paul had predicted the reversal in the Badlands private Telegram chat before it happened, and Jon finds that deeply satisfying. Jon also spends significant time on the New York Times Epstein book video and arrives at the opposite conclusion the Times intends: the entire narrative confirms the Epstein story was a coordinated op against Trump, not evidence of a coverup. MTG going on CNN to call Trump a traitor over the files does not help his read on her. Federal prosecutors issued subpoenas to JPMorgan, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo in a criminal political debanking investigation, and Jon says expand it immediately to PayPal, YouTube, Instagram, and every platform that kicked people off for political speech. The USPS just proposed new ballot tracking standards tied directly to Trump's election integrity order, and Jon connects it to the USPS blockchain voting patent that has been sitting quietly for years. Senate Democrats are apparently wargaming how to stop Trump from stealing the midterms, and Jon calls it the most telling projection he has seen in months.
The Democrats are now defending the indefensible. Jasmine Crockett is trying to justify Karmelo Anthony murdering Austin Metcalf. Graham Platner admitted more embarrassing scandals may be coming out soon. The USPS may not be delivering mail-in ballots in states that do not turn over their voter rolls in line with a Trump EO. A majority polled still supports deporting every illegal alien. LIVE CALLS: 631-527-4545 Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV LIVE every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN! www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com www.SLNT.com/SHAWN www.CovePure.com/SHAWN
Former House Majority Leader and current ranking member of the House Appropriations Committee on Financial Services and General Government Steny Hoyer (D-MD), joins Bob to reflect of the current state of Congress, his work to ensure the Postal Service delivers high-quality universal mail service, and a possible path for the future. The House Appropriations subcommittee on which Rep. Hoyer serves has jurisdiction over postal affairs. Rep. Hoyer will be retiring from the House of Representatives at the end of the year. Throughout his legislative career, Rep. Hoyer has championed the interests of active and retired employees of the USPS and the federal government.
“What's Buggin' You” segment for Wednesday 6-10-26
When a package arrives at your door, it's easy to focus on what's inside rather than what it's shipped in—but the United States Postal Service is working to change that. In this episode, our hosts sit down with USPS Chief Sustainability Officer Jennifer Beiro-Reveille to unpack how the Postal Service is helping boost the “circular economy” by keeping packaging waste out of landfills. Discover how the USPS is turning throwaway materials like cardboard and shrink wrap into valuable resources, crushing its greenhouse gas emission targets, and how BlueEarth® services help securely and sustainably process e-waste and undeliverable mail. Tune in for this eye-opening look at how the USPS is ensuring its efforts with smart recycling, electric vehicles, and green innovation are moving customers towards a more sustainable future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Postal Service, on the verge of running out of cash early next year, is pricing out a wide range of possible reforms that, if passed by Congress, could address the agency's long-term financial problems. One of them would be eliminating its regulatory agency, which must approve USPS requests to raise stamp prices. USPS expects to run out of cash early next year, but is relying on some extraordinary measures to push back that financial cliff. 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.
The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for June 10, 2026What Could Go Wrong with Trump's Mail-In Voting Executive Order and The USPS Plan to Implement It? Bad Data, for One Thing.In our last report, we shared the U.S. Postal Service's plans for implementing President Trump's executive order for verifying the citizenship of mail-in voters. The flawed data on which the plan relies may result in election chaos and voters being disenfranchised. Some podcasting platforms strip out our links. To read our resources and see the whole script of today's report, please go to our website at https://AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgToday's LinksArticles & Resources: The White House - ENSURING CITIZENSHIP VERIFICATION AND INTEGRITY IN FEDERAL ELECTIONSU.S. Postal Service via The Federal Register - Proposal to Comply President Trump's Executive Order: POSTAL SERVICE 39 CFR Part 111 Ballot Mail for Federal ElectionsBrennan Center for Justice - Analyzing the President's Executive Order on Mail Voting Fair Elections Center - Eligible Voters at Risk: Examining Changes to USCIS's SAVE System Texas Tribune/ProPublica - A federal tool to check voter citizenship keeps making mistakes. It led to confusion in Texas.Protect Democracy - The SAVE tool, explained Protect Democracy - The ‘SAVE' Tool Could Disenfranchise U.S. CitizensAmerican Immigration Council - The Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) Program: A Fact SheetRelated ADM Reports:American Democracy Minute - Federal Circuit Courts Block Trump DOJ from Obtaining California and Oregon Voter DataRegister or Check Your Voter Registration:U.S. Election Assistance Commission – How to Register And Vote in Your State Please follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky Social, and SHARE! Find all of our reports at AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgSubscribe for FREE at Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most podcasting platforms.#NewsAlerts #AmericanDemocracy #TrumpExecutiveOrders #USPS #SAVEDatabase #Disenfranchised
The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for June 9, 2026In Response to Executive Order Federalizing Mail-In Voting Rules, the U.S. Postal Service Proposes Rules to Verify Voter EligibilityRecently, a federal court allowed - for now - President Trump's executive order governing mail-in ballots. The US Postal Service has been tasked with implementing much of the order, and USPS just proposed how the process will work.Some podcasting platforms strip out our links. To read our resources and see the whole script of today's report, please go to our website at https://AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgToday's LinksArticles & Resources:The White House - ENSURING CITIZENSHIP VERIFICATION AND INTEGRITY IN FEDERAL ELECTIONSU.S. Postal Service via The Federal Register - Proposal to Comply President Trump's Executive Order: POSTAL SERVICE 39 CFR Part 111 Ballot Mail for Federal Elections CyberScoop - USPS moving forward with mail-in ballot changes as courts weigh Trump's election order Brennan Center for Justice - Analyzing the President's Executive Order on Mail Voting Related ADM Reports:American Democracy Minute - Federal Court Allows Trump Order Federalizing Mail-In Voting Rules to Proceed Because Voters Haven't Been Harmed – YetAmerican Democracy Minute - Trump Issues Executive Order Attempting to Federalize Mail-In Voting Rules and Establish ‘State Citizenship List'. It's Beyond His Authority.Groups Taking Action:Common Cause, National Vote at Home Institute, Asian Americans Advancing Justice, American Postal Workers UnionRegister or Check Your Voter Registration:U.S. Election Assistance Commission – How to Register And Vote in Your State Find all of our reports at AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgSubscribe for FREE at Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most podcasting platforms.#NewsAlerts #AmericanDemocracy #MailInVoting #VoteatHome #TrumpExecutiveOrder #USPS
5,200 dog bites and hopefully, that number is decreasing. Our postal carriers need your help. June is the Dog Bite Awareness month, and the USPS wants you to tell everyone to visit www.usps.com/dogbiteawareness for tips to support this campaign. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Every morning your mail carrier knows what's heading to your mailbox. You don't. A free USPS tool emails you pictures of what's coming every day. Plus, Twitch star Emily CC has has been streaming her whole life 24/7. Over four years straight. 400,000 strangers see almost everything. I ask her why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5,200 dog bites and hopefully, that number is decreasing. Our postal carriers need your help. June is the Dog Bite Awareness month, and the USPS wants you to tell everyone to visit www.usps.com/dogbiteawareness for tips to support this campaign. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How the Democrats enabled the allocation of an extra $70 billion for Trump's immigration Gestapo / Fourth death in 2 years at Palmetto, Georgia, USPS facility: Demarcus Little dies after reporting feeling unwell / Madison, Wisconsin nurses facing harassment over unionization effort after hospital calls union pin "Equivalent to a KKK Pin"
This episode is presented by Create A Video – A superceding indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center alleges that donor money was used to pay for cross burnings, recruitment, and establishing new chapters of white supremacist groups. Which seems counter to the group's mission of fighting white supremacy. Plus, the Trump administration has issued a new postal rule requiring bar codes on federal ballots. Outrage ensues.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com
Rick Watson and Jessica Lesesky sit down to unpack a busy stretch across tech, shipping, and commerce. They open with Anthropic's confidential IPO filing, submitted to the SEC on June 1st, and what it signals about the AI lab's trajectory. After a $65 billion Series H that pushed its valuation to $965 billion, Anthropic now sits ahead of OpenAI on that measure, and Rick and Jessica dig into how it got there: a revenue run rate that climbed from roughly $10 billion a year ago to about $47 billion by May 2026, helped by a developer-first bet through Claude Code that has made it a serious contender for enterprise spend.The Watson Weekly Weekend episode is sponsored by Avalara. Its Agentic Tax and Compliance automates behind-the-scenes work for ecommerce brands, enabling accurate checkout tax calculation, clearer tariff and duty visibility, and fewer customer surprises. Avalara integrates with platforms like Shopify, BigCommerce, and WooCommerce. Learn more at avalara.watsonweekly.comFrom there the conversation turns physical. USPS and DHL have signed a multi-year contract valued at well over $10 billion, with DHL handling pickup, sorting, and transport while USPS covers final-mile delivery. It lands at an awkward moment for the Postal Service, which posted a $9.5 billion loss in fiscal 2025 and whose Postmaster General has warned of a possible cash crisis within a year absent action from Congress.The last segment covers Salesforce's push to wake up a commerce cloud that had been growing under 2%. The reported Contentful acquisition (somewhere in the $1 to $1.5 billion range) fits a long pattern that runs through MuleSoft, Tableau, Slack, and PredictSpring. Rick and Jessica close on whether the integrated Agentforce suite can hold up against focused players like Shopify.
John and Blake Taylor break down the June Primary election results. Fresno County Registrar of Voters James Kus updates the ballot count and alludes to possible postmark problems with the USPS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Things reach a peak level of weird as we help Martin, who is convinced his sudden medical issues are actually a brujo spell cast by a hookup he did dirty.
In this episode of Talk of Fame, Kylie Montigney chats with Maritsa Georgiou! Maritsa is a political journalist who anchored America Tonight on Scripps News, where she also worked as a national correspondent. She spent years at NBC Montana where she specialized in COVID-19, politics and wildfire coverage. She's most widely known for her reporting on the planned removal of USPS blue collection boxes before the 2020 election, which earned her the 2021 Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Television Political Journalism. She currently co-hosts the Grounded podcast with former Sen. Jon Tester. Grounded is about more than just deciphering the headlines; It's about hearing from changemakers, sharing insider insight, and leaving each episode with a roadmap forward. Follow Me:Instagram:@Officialkyliemontigney@TalkoffamepodFacebook:OfficialkyliemontigneyTalkoffameTwitter:@Kyliemontigney4About Me:Hi, I'm Kylie! I'm passionate about sports, spending time with family, traveling, and connecting with people who inspire me. I love listening to people's stories and sharing their journeys with the world
Chicago ranks fifth highest in the country in the number of dog bite attacks against USPS mail carriers.
Chicago ranks fifth highest in the country in the number of dog bite attacks against USPS mail carriers.
Chicago ranks fifth highest in the country in the number of dog bite attacks against USPS mail carriers.
Plus: DHL eCommerce and USPS sign multi-year deal. And Uber continues to grow its stake in German food-delivery company Delivery Hero. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Could the United States Postal Service soon become a major option for shipping handguns? In this episode of MX3 Podcast, we discuss the proposed change to the long-standing USPS handgun mailing ban, why the Department of Justice says the rule raises Second Amendment concerns, and what critics worry could happen with background checks, fake IDs, and firearm transfers.We also talk through how this could affect gun owners, licensed dealers, concealed carry rules, interstate travel, and the debate between personal freedom and public safety.At MX3 Podcast, our mission is discussing money, motivation, and relevant events in a way that gets people thinking and talking.What do you think? Should handguns be allowed through the mail, or is this a bad idea? Drop your opinion in the comments.Visit us at www.mx3.vipLike, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don't miss new episodes from MX3 Podcast.
European officials and intelligence agencies warn that Russia’s war in Ukraine could spill over, with the Baltic states seen as a vulnerable frontline where Moscow might test NATO or escalate tensions. The report highlights growing fears across Europe that even a pause in the Ukraine conflict could shift Russian military focus toward neighboring NATO countries, raising the risk of a wider regional conflict. Officials are encouraging people to use vote centers or ballot drop boxes instead of USPS mailboxes, since mailing late could risk ballots not arriving on time. early voting is underway locally, with more locations opening as Election Day gets closer, and officials want voters to return ballots safely and early to avoid delays. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
European officials and intelligence agencies warn that Russia’s war in Ukraine could spill over, with the Baltic states seen as a vulnerable frontline where Moscow might test NATO or escalate tensions. The report highlights growing fears across Europe that even a pause in the Ukraine conflict could shift Russian military focus toward neighboring NATO countries, raising the risk of a wider regional conflict. Officials are encouraging people to use vote centers or ballot drop boxes instead of USPS mailboxes, since mailing late could risk ballots not arriving on time. early voting is underway locally, with more locations opening as Election Day gets closer, and officials want voters to return ballots safely and early to avoid delays. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your shipping bill just went up. Again. USPS cost increases are hitting Amazon sellers hard, and if you're not paying attention, it could eat into your margins. Neil Twa breaks down why setting your shipping cost once and forgetting it is a mistake. Meet two sellers: both on Amazon, both facing rising costs, but with very different outcomes. One is a small operator in home goods, pulling in $18,000 a month. The other? A larger player, but both need to adapt. Neil shares three actionable moves to manage these increases. Start by auditing your actual shipping cost per unit this week. Full transparency: this isn't just for the $10M operators. It's for every seller, from $5K to $1M+ a month. The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast is all about managing your numbers with precision. Ready to audit your AI readiness? Take the free 5-question assessment — voltagedm.com/aiquiz?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep280
Another steamy one today with highs near 90° again! Make sure you stay hydrated and keep an eye on your pets/kids/old people in the sun. Hump Day is already here thanks to the short work week, and in the news this morning, a wild video showing a meteor crashing to earth behind an erupting volcano in the Phillipines, a Mr. Rogers stamp is getting reissued by the USPS this year, RFK Jr. gets bitten by a couple of mating snakes after he barehands them, Russell Crowe has a tense exchange with some autograph hounds, and hackers are going after airline loyalty rewards. In sports, the Brewers blanked the Cardinals yesterday…but Pat Murphy is upset with Abner Uribe for his "D-X" crotch chop, the Thunder beat the Spurs last night, the Vegas Golden Knights completed the sweep of the Colorado Avalanche to advance to the Stanley Cup finals, and the Packers' Josh Jacobs gets arrested for domestic assault. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight…and the latest workout craze, which is apparently a blend of chess….and boxing? This week's edition of "One Gotta Go Wednesday" was about breakfast foods. More specifically, the sweet kind. We had to choose between waffles, pancakes, French toast, & cinnamon buns. Heroic move by an off-duty firefighter who rescued a woman trapped in a her car as it began to submerge in dangers flood water, and thousands of volunteers in China are trying to plant 1 million trees to battle against desertification. Elsewhere in sports, Brendan Sorsby's appeal to the NCAA gets denied, Austin Hill will be starting in Kyle Busch's car at Nashville this weekend, and the Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will now include a "Ninja Warrior" version of the Pentathlon. A story we wanted to discuss yesterday but ran out of time…check out this tennis player who REALLY had to go during a match. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a kid getting bit by a shark that he was trying to bring on board the boat he was in, a guy who destroyed some pickleball courts after suffering an injury while playing pickleball that apparently "ruined his summer", a blind guy in Chicago is suing a used car dealership after they changed his interest rate AFTER he signed some paperwork, and an A.I. startup that's looking to pay people to masturbate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Tim Conway Jr Show Hour 4 (5.20) Lyft and Uber for teens? Conway dives into the new world of rideshare for younger passengers and asks the big question: when did you get your license? From teenage drivers to parents trusting apps, this hour hits all the nerves. Then things get weird in the best way: why are women obsessed with crime shows and true crime podcasts? What are they up to? Plus, the underrated joy of alone time on vacation — because sometimes the best travel partner is nobody. Conway breaks down Sky Nook, the airplane seat concept trying to make the dreaded last row by the bathroom suddenly desirable. Add in headache causes, USPS possibly mailing guns, the future of Whiteman and Santa Monica airports, and a Palos Verdes renovation nightmare, and you’ve got one packed hour of SoCal chaos, travel drama, true crime obsession, and Conway-style comedy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on The Dirt on Flowers, Shannon and Lyndsay catch up on what's thriving, what's struggling, and the crops they're loving most this season. From surprisingly gorgeous tunnel-grown Bells of Ireland to statice, snaps, and all-time favorite cool flowers, they share the varieties earning permanent spots on the farm. They also get honest about disappointing peony seasons, overwintering losses, tunnel fatigue, and the reality that perennial crops still need plenty of attention and care. The conversation dives into soil health, irrigation, plasticulture, crop rotation, and the mental side of flower farming after years of unpredictable weather. Plus, they talk wedding workshop details, favorite fall-planted flowers, USPS disasters, and the flowers they'd happily never grow again.Lyndsays wedding workshopBe in the know for DirtCon 2027If you want to dive in deeper with us each month, join our membership group - The Dirt on Flowers Insiders! So if you love the podcast and want to dig deeper with us, head over to www.thedirtonflowers.com/membership to join now.Did you love today's episode?Take a screenshot and share it in your IG stories. Don't forget to tag @dirtonflowers!Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts!Head to www.thedirtonflowers.com to sign up for our newsletter and become a Dirt on Flowers insider!Want to learn more about your hosts? Follow us on Instagram!Lyndsay @wildroot_flowercoShannon @bloomhillfarm
What happens if your mail ballot is picked up by USPS… but never actually delivered? In this episode of The Margin — a midterm election coverage collaboration between The Electorette and URL Media — Jen Taylor-Skinner speaks with ACLU attorney Theresa J. Lee about the Trump administration's executive order targeting mail-in voting and the ACLU's legal challenge against it. Lee explains how the executive order could direct federal agencies to create citizenship verification lists using flawed federal databases, potentially impacting mail-in and absentee voting for eligible citizens across the country. The conversation explores:• the SAVE system vs. the SAVE Act• the constitutional questions surrounding the executive order• Section 11 of the Voting Rights Act• polling place closures and voter suppression• risks for disabled voters, military families, and overseas voters• and whether the courts are likely to block the order before the 2026 midterms Subscribe to The Electorette for smart, nuanced coverage of democracy, voting rights, and the 2026 elections. #VotingRights #ACLU #MailInVoting #Midterms2026 #Election2026 #Democracy #TheElectorette #TheMargin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this week's episode,Charlie McAvoy gets hit with a 6-game suspension, new horrifying details emerge in the murder of former NFL player Kevin Johnson, and Antonio Brown's attempted murder case somehow gets even messier as the court threatens contempt charges before trial even heats up.Former NFL player Daniel Adongo sits in ICE detention while questions swirl around mental health and possible CTE, USPS workers get busted after allegedly stealing cell phones and a 49ers Super Bowl ring, Carl Pavano's divorce drama somehow includes shampoo bottle sabotage, hidden cameras, firearms texts and dirty beds, and the Golden Knights get absolutely smoked by the NHL for violating playoff media rules.Biggest Pickle:Edwin Diaz — for allegedly being caught with “Little Jerry.” #SportsPodcast #NFL #NHL #MLB #BostonSports #AntonioBrown #CharlieMcAvoy #GoldenKnights #EdwinDiaz #CarlPavano #SportsNews
"Be prepared, stay protected — because you never know when you'll need it." Episode Summary In this episode of The Gun Experiment, Big Keith and I team up for another round of Chopping It Up, joined by our returning guest, Todd Meeks, CEO of Spartan Armor Systems. We kick things off with some lighthearted stories before diving deep into the world of body armor, ballistic helmets, and evolving safety solutions for civilians, first responders, and law enforcement. We cover industry trends, product innovations, and relevant 2A news, as well as some wild stories about modern espionage, tech surveillance, and an epic Revolutionary War history lesson. Whether you're a firearms enthusiast, law enforcement officer, or just want to stay informed on personal protection and news, this episode has something for you. Call to Action 1. Join our mailing list: Thegunexperiment.com 2. Subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple or Spotify 3. Follow us on all of our social media: Instagram Youtube 4. Grab some cool TGE merch 6. Ask us anything at AskMikeandKeith@gmail.com 5. Be sure to support the sponsors of the show. They are a big part of making the show possible. Show Sponsors HSM Ammunition – Reliable ammo with a broad selection, including defensive and cowboy action rounds. Kings River Customs– Hand-built, reliable, and beautiful 1911 pistols from Arkansas, the 1911 capital of the world. Key Takeaways The prevalence and necessity of body armor isn't just for the military; civilians and first responders are increasingly recognizing its value. New product developments at Spartan Armor include ultra-lightweight ballistic helmets made in the USA, thanks to a partnership with Armor Source. Expiration dates on body armor are real, especially for ceramics and composites, particularly under extreme temperature conditions. The civilian body armor market is slowing down, with more focus shifting to government, law enforcement, and first responder contracts. News on 2A rights: Possible changes in USPS handgun shipping regulations and an active DOJ civil rights campaign for the Second Amendment. Concerns about modern surveillance technology, including insect-like drones, highlight the ongoing importance of personal privacy and freedom. An intriguing look at Revolutionary War history, including the Hudson River Chain, showcases American ingenuity and defense. Guest Information Todd Meeks CEO, Spartan Armor Systems Industry leader in body armor and ballistic protection Focused on solutions for civilians, law enforcement, and first responders. Learn more and see Spartan products at spartanarmorsystems.com Keywords gun podcast, body armor, Spartan Armor Systems, Todd Meeks, ballistic helmet, personal protection, ceramic plates, steel plates, 2A news, Second Amendment, USPS handgun shipping, DOJ assault weapons ban, law enforcement, first responders, civilian safety, Kevlar, tactical gear, made in the USA, Kings River Customs, HSM Ammunition, modern surveillance, China espionage, bug drone, Revolutionary War history, Hudson River Chain, civil unrest, home defense.
What actually happens after you drop a letter in a blue collection box or click “ship” on a package? And why does tracking sometimes look confusing even when everything is moving as it should? In this episode of Mailin' It!, hosts Karla Kirby and Jeff Marino dive into the questions Postal Service customers ask most often and break down what is happening behind the scenes of the nation's mail network. From package tracking and shipping costs to mail forwarding, delivery safety, scam prevention, and the rollout of new USPS delivery vehicles, we explore how the Postal Service handles the everyday situations customers encounter most and also learn about the online tools and customer support resources available to help make mailing and shipping easier. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Hour 2 opens with a heated, humorous debate over camping culture, splitting opinions between tent purists and RV “glampers,” sparked by listener backlash and rapid-fire banter that escalates into stories about extreme outdoor survival shows and the absurd limits of discomfort people will endure. The show then shifts into the St. Louis Morning Brief, where packed public hearings on proposed data centers in Franklin County stretch for hours as residents clash with officials over zoning, infrastructure strain, tax revenue, and long-term environmental and economic impact, alongside broader concerns about rising sewer costs, AI-driven job disruption, and continued population decline in St. Louis City. Additional local headlines include questions over USPS mail theft and check fraud tied to regional processing centers and a sudden charter school shutdown leaving families scrambling. The hour wraps with “In Other News,” covering viral chaos including a TikTok foul ball incident, a bridesmaid wedding dress disaster overseas, growing complaints about empty autonomous Waymo vehicles circling neighborhoods in Atlanta, and renewed concern over Britney Spears' erratic public behavior, tying together a fast-moving mix of culture, tech, and controversy. Hashtags: #Hour2 #StLouis #DataCenters #UrbanPolitics #CampingDebate #ViralNews #Waymo #TikTok #BritneySpears #LocalNews #PopCulture #AI #MissouriPolitics
Hour 2's “St. Louis Morning Brief” centers on a massive public backlash against proposed data center developments in Franklin County and the St. Louis region, where marathon public hearings stretched more than seven hours as hundreds of residents packed venues to oppose the projects. Marc and Kim break down the tension between local governments tempted by major tax revenue and residents concerned about strain on water systems, the power grid, and environmental impacts, with critics warning the projects could reshape communities without adequate safeguards. The conversation widens into broader economic and policy concerns, including warnings that AI and data centers could eliminate up to 50% of white-collar jobs and intensify long-term workforce disruption. The segment also highlights new Census data showing St. Louis has lost roughly 23,000 residents since 2020, raising alarm about declining population, shrinking tax bases, and whether the city could challenge federal counts to secure more funding. Additional stories include Rep. Ann Wagner calling for an FBI investigation into alleged USPS mail theft and check fraud tied to the St. Louis processing center, with reports of constituent complaints and missing or altered checks fueling concern about systemic failures. The brief closes with the sudden shutdown of the St. Louis Voices Academy of Media Arts charter school, leaving about 100 students displaced amid staffing and safety concerns, further underscoring instability across civic institutions in the region. Hashtags: #StLouis #DataCenters #FranklinCounty #AI #Jobs #PopulationLoss #Census #MailTheft #USPS #FBI #AnnWagner #Crime #Education #CharterSchool #PublicSafety #Infrastructure #EnergyGrid #UrbanPolicy
The Postal Service could offer more government services by partnering with state, local and tribal governments, but the service hasn't established a formal strategy to take advantage of this. The USPS inspector general says in a new white paper that USPS hasn't explored these opportunities even though the Postal Reform Act of 2022 gave it the authority to partner with non-federal governments to expand service offerings. The OIG suggests expanding service offerings using the USPS's already substantial infrastructure, including implementing identity verification for aid programs, DMV and IRS kiosks for assistance and fingerprinting for professional licenses. Post offices could even use their roofs to install internet equipment in disconnected communities and use data sensors on delivery trucks to collect data on road and air quality. The OIG says USPS can look to other countries, like Australia and France, that have successfully developed similar initiatives.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Tim Conway Jr Show Hour 4 (5.15) The conversation gets weird, fast . Conway and the crew dive into burglaries, bad luck, locked-up deodorant, and full-blown SoCal chaos.
Journey back to Disneyland's early decades through postcards filled with personal memories, vintage stamps, and Main Street history. This episode begins with a 1959 ride aboard Casey Jr. Circus Train as a postcard sender describes warm California weather, busy travel plans, and a magical trip through Storybook Land. Along the way, we explore the life and work of Disney artist and Imagineer Bruce Bushman, whose designs helped shape Fantasyland classics including Casey Jr., the Mad Tea Party, Monstro the Whale, and the Peter Pan pirate ships. The second postcard transports us to 1969 with the Disneyland Band performing in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle. That card leads into the story of Disney Legend Don Dagradi—artist, writer, and collaborator on attractions like Mr. Toad's Wild Ride, as well as beloved Disney films including Lady and the Tramp and Mary Poppins. Together, Bushman and Dagradi share one of Disneyland's iconic Main Street windows above the Market House. Finally, an incoming postcard featuring Space Mountain at night brings the episode into the modern era with a humorous travel mishap, Disney mail memories, and a look at the USPS frozen treats scratch-and-sniff stamp. Below are some of the regulars on Art Throw Down, Follow all of them on Instagram anyway for great art and postcards in your Instagram feed: Hipstadufus, luluvision, jlynch9923, greenmosspaper, georgemailsart, state_of_the_funyun, RussRomano2021
Jon Herold comes in Friday on a lighter show day. A post claims Trump purchased up to a million dollars of NVIDIA stock on January 6, one week before the commerce department approved NVIDIA chip sales to China. Jon pulls the disclosure live and confirms the purchase is real, then asks the harder question: if the stock did not actually go up right after the sale, is it even insider trading? He also plays Trump's comments from Beijing defending the 500,000 Chinese students in American universities on the grounds that the university system needs the money to survive, and Jon does not love it. The Trump-Xi summit produced trade and investment oversight boards, a Boeing commitment that could grow to 750 jets, and up to $50 billion in farm and energy purchases. The DOJ, DHS, and USPS are now in active interagency talks to expand federal voter verification and mail-in ballot rules under the March citizenship executive order, which Jon calls a good start while remaining cautious about the midterms. Ratcliffe just showed up in Cuba with reform demands and a $100 million aid offer that Jon finds immediately objectionable, and the Minnesota House released a report accusing the Walz administration of enabling billions in fraud. Jon also announces the fall GART: St. Pete Beach, Florida, November 12 to 15.
Epoch Times military and foreign policy reporter RYAN MORGAN talks the Iran non-ceased-Fire, and other analysis of what is going on there, also the rise of Marco Rubio. Later Michael Letts, law enforcement expert from In-Vest dot org talks 2nd A and USPS
Tim Conway Jr Show Hour 3 (5.8) California is launching a new program offering 400 free diapers for new parents — but with newborns averaging 10 to 12 diaper changes a day, how long will that really last? The crew breaks down whether the program is a real help for families or just a one-month fix. Also on the show: the U.S. Postal Service is reportedly considering a major change involving handgun mailing, sparking debate over safety, federal rules, and common sense. Then, the fight over Whiteman Airport heats up as some call for the historic Southern California airport to shut down while supporters push to keep it open. And yes, someone suggests turning the 192 acres into one giant Dollar King. Later, Disney-themed license plates have everyone saying “whaaat?!” Crozier remembers her “Cros Girl” plate, Tim shares the story of his personalized “1-TBones” plates, and the crew dives into T-Bones’ dating moves. Plus, a wild smash-and-grab in West Hollywood as suspects slam a truck into The RealReal consignment store on Melrose Avenue, memories of Michigan J. Frog and the best childhood TV shows, Monks and Merrill taking vicious shots at each other, and the Metro D Line extension opening with a ride from downtown L.A. to Beverly Hills in about 20 minutes. California free diaper program, 400 free diapers, new parents diapers, USPS handgun mailing, Whiteman Airport, Southern California airport, Dollar King, Disney license plates, personalized license plates, T-Bones dating, West Hollywood crime, Melrose Avenue smash and grab, The RealReal robbery, Michigan J Frog, WB Frog, classic TV shows, Monks and Merrill, Metro D Line, LA Metro D Line extension, downtown LA to Beverly Hills #FreeDiapers #CaliforniaNews #DisneyPlates #WhitemanAirport #WestHollywood #MelroseAve #MetroDLine #ClassicTV #MichiganJFrog #LAnews See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(May 08, 2026) Californians were on Hantavirus-stricken boat… is there a risk? USPS mulls allowing handguns to be shipped through mail. US added 115,000 jobs in April, fueling cautious optimism about hiring. When you’re ‘fired from retirement.’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Don and Tom react to the gold-pushing radio show that replaced Talking Real Money, breaking down misleading claims about gold investing, TSP accounts, and “tax-free” gold IRAs while exposing the fear-based marketing behind precious metals sales. They contrast long-term investing with speculation, discuss Jamie Dimon comments taken wildly out of context, and explain why gold's recent surge says little about the future. Listener questions then shift the conversation toward international diversification, currency risk, sector tilts, Warren Buffett's investing philosophy, and the dangers of overly aggressive retirement portfolios.0:05 TRM celebrates escaping radio before being replaced by a gold-selling show0:41 Listening to “Striking Gold” and Jamie Dimon's gold comments taken out of context2:05 Gold sales commissions and fear-driven retirement marketing3:12 Gold's recent run versus long-term stock market returns4:18 Debunking claims that TSP assets are endangered by USPS finances5:30 Why fear and instability have driven gold prices higher lately5:55 Gold's massive decline from 1980 through 20007:07 Problems with comparing physical gold to cash savings7:38 Misleading claims about tax-free gold IRA withdrawals9:04 Gold IRA marketing tricks and Roth IRA confusion9:57 States stockpiling gold and why it may be a bad long-term idea10:30 Prepper logic: why ammo and canned food matter more than gold11:30 The economics behind nationwide gold radio advertising12:28 Listener calls, Auschwitz exhibit voiceover talk, and Chad's international investing question13:39 AVGE, international equities, and whether currency risk matters15:30 Emerging markets, currency swings, and diversification benefits16:15 Japan's lost decades and the importance of global diversification17:37 Why AVGE is a strong long-term diversified fund18:07 Why multinational U.S. companies are not true international diversification19:28 Robert asks about sector tilts and Warren Buffett underweighting financials20:46 Why sector overweighting lacks strong evidence21:32 The factors that actually have long-term data behind them22:52 Buffett's advice for regular investors versus Berkshire's strategy24:05 Francisco's $1.5 million retirement portfolio reviewed25:34 Concerns about low bond exposure and large-cap concentration27:12 Bond funds versus CD ladders and the real role of fixed income28:02 Problems with dividend-heavy retirement income portfolios28:50 “Hodgepodgey” portfolio construction and balancing risk29:05 Using the TRM risk quiz to evaluate stock/bond allocation30:04 Free fiduciary portfolio reviews from Appella advisors30:27 Tom jokes about putting gold in his least favorite brother's portfolioQuestions? Comments? Click!