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President Trump has announced a historic oil deal with Venezuela which grants the U.S. access to billions of barrels in proven reserves. FOX Business Network Contributor and Oil Market Analyst at the Price Futures Group Phil Flynn joins the Rundown to explain why the agreement could be a "generational game changer" for the nation's energy security, how it impacts the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve, the immediate impact on pump prices and why a "new era of low prices" is on the horizon. After devastating flooding and mudslides swept through the mountainous Nepal-China border, hundreds are dead and thousands remain missing, including dozens of Americans. As rescue crews work to reach isolated communities in the Himalayas and families search for loved ones, questions remain about what caused the catastrophic landslide and debris flow. Philip Prince, geologist with Appalachian Landslide Consultants and adjunct professor at Virginia Tech, joins the Rundown to explain what may have triggered the disaster and if early warnings can be provided in the future to populations at risk. PLUS, commentary by Ted Jenkin, President of Exit Stage Left Advisors and Host of The Red, White & Green Show. PHOTO CREDIT: AP IMAGES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most coaches fail their athletes long before an injury ever occurs because they train muscles for show while completely neglecting the structural integrity of the joints. Mark Uptegraff II had his Division I playing career ended in an instant by an L4–S1 laminectomy, a devastating setback that forced him to stop chasing personal weight room numbers and start studying how to keep human bodies from breaking. Through nearly a decade running strength programs across the collegiate landscape, he developed a systematic approach to joint capacity, relative strength baselines, and individualized "bucketing" that reliably produces bulletproof, high-velocity athletes. INSIDE THIS CONVERSATION The Joint Integrity Gap: Why standard weight room programming exposes athletes to catastrophic soft-tissue tears and how iso-ramping builds load-bearing capacity. The 20 MPH Threshold: How Fordham Football expanded its high-velocity roster from 9 to 46 athletes without burning out their nervous systems. Relative Strength Thresholds: The exact squat and press ratios an athlete must hit before transitioning into advanced power development. Proactive Return-to-Play: The specific warm-up framework that cut a grade-two MCL rehab timeline from six weeks to just eleven days. The Coach's Reality Check: How an unexpected career-ending spine surgery transformed a former walk-on into an elite system-builder. MEET THE GUEST Mark Uptegraff II is the Director of Football Strength & Conditioning at Fordham University. A former UNC offensive lineman whose playing career was halted by major spine surgery, Uptegraff turned personal physical adversity into a relentless pursuit of human performance. Having refined his methods through the ranks at Ohio State, Virginia Tech, Boston College, and Division III Wittenberg, he has earned a reputation as an innovator in injury mitigation, joint capability, and athlete longevity. His credentials include SCCC, CSCS, FRCms, FRSC, FRA, and USAW. FOLLOW MARK Instagram @markuptegraff Fordham Athletics Bio https://fordhamsports.com/staff-directory/mark-uptegraff/1698 Become an elitefts Channel Member Get early access to Dave Tate's Table Talk, exclusive content, and member-only perks. ➡️ @eliteftsofficial Support Dave Tate's Table Talk Full Crew Access https://elitefts.com/pages/join-the-crew Limited Edition Apparel https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html Programs & Exclusive Content https://www.elitefts.com/shop/dave-tate-s-table-talk-crew.html TYAO Coaching Application https://www.elitefts.com/dave-tate-s-tyao-application Best-Selling elitefts Products Pro Resistance Training Bands https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html Specialty Barbells https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bars-weights/specialty-bars.html Wraps, Straps & Sleeves https://www.elitefts.com/shop/power-gear.html Official Sponsors & Discounts elitefts — Save 10% OFF with code TABLE TALK https://www.elitefts.com/ Marek Health — Save 10% OFF Labs with code TABLETALK https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk LMNT — Get a FREE 8-Count Sample Pack http://www.drinklmnt.com/tabletalk ChiliPad 2.0 — Save Up to $255 with code TABLETALK https://sleep.me/tabletalk Visionary Meals (Official Meal Prep Partner) — Save 10% OFF with code TABLETALK10 https://visionarymeals.com MASS Research Review — Save 20% OFF with code ELITEFTS20 https://massresearchreview.com/ RP Hypertrophy App — Save 10% OFF with code TABLE TALK https://rpstrength.com/pages/hypertrophy-app Support Massenomics https://www.massenomics.com/

In this episode, Dr. Boris Vinatzer, 2026 APS Fellow and Professor of Microbial Genetics and Genomics in the School of Plant and Environmental Sciences at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia joins host Matt Kasson to discuss his career working on plant biotechnology and plant pathogenic bacteria with an emphasis on Pseudomonas syringae and Rolstonia solanacearum. He also talks about his work on ice nucleation activity in bacteria and fungi and genome-based approaches for plant disease diagnostics including multi-locus sequence analysis for species level identification of plant pathogenic bacteria. show notes The full transcript for this episode can be found here: Dr. Boris Vinatzer's Virginia Tech faculty webpage: https://spes.vt.edu/faculty-staff/faculty/vinatzer-boris.html Dr. Boris Vinatzer's Google Scholar profile: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=STcUUYcAAAAJ&hl=en Dr. Boris Vinatzer's 2026 APS Fellow Profile: https://www.apsnet.org/members/give-awards/Pages/awardees.aspx This episode is produced by Association Briefings.Special Guest: Boris Vinatzer.

From 08/27 Hour 4: Virginia Tech has completely turned over their roster and most of their coaching staff this past offseason. Brent Pry is optimistic that Virginia Tech has all the keys to be successful this season. What's Virginia Tech's ceiling this year with James Franklin leading them?

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On this episode of Two Deep, Pete and Sam break down the newly announced 2026 captains, share the latest updates and observations from fall camp, and take a deep dive into the Virginia Tech defense with Coach Holmes.  The guys discuss which players are stepping up, the biggest storylines coming out of camp, and what the Hokies need to do defensively to take the next step in 2026. Subscribe to Two Deep for more Virginia Tech football coverage, recruiting, camp updates, previews, and plenty of Hokies conversation. 

2 hours and 21 minutes The Sponsors Thank you to Underground Printing for making this all possible. Rishi and Ryan have been our biggest supporters from the beginning. Check out their wide selection of officially licensed Michigan fan gear at their 3 store locations in Ann Arbor or learn about their custom apparel business at undergroundshirts.com. Our associate sponsors are: Peak Wealth Management, Matt Demorest - Realtor and Lender, Ann Arbor Elder Law, Michigan Law Grad, Human Element, Sharon's Heating & Air Conditioning, The Sklars Brothers, Champions Circle, Winewood Organics, Community Pest Solutions, The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre, Radecki Oral Surgery, Long Road Distillers, and Venue by 4M where recorded this. 1. Michigan's Nonconference and Big Ten Teams 18-15 Starts at 0:54 We welcome in Alex Drain to go over Michigan's nonconference games and the rest of the Big Ten. Western Michigan Pretty good for a MAC team, they won the MAC last year.  Last year they were an offensively driven team, but they've lost their defensive coordinator to the LA Chargers. They have big offensive linemen (including Ben Roebuck). Michigan's questions at defensive tackle and linebacker will get an early test.  UTEP It's bad. Like... really bad. They're starting over with FCS guys.  Oklahoma They get John Mateer back (which can be good or bad at any given moment). His stats in the second half of last year weren't great, how much of that was because of injury? He's an athlete when he has to run the ball. They bring back All-SEC WR Isaiah Sategna. Their run game overall was really bad, it brought down their overall offensive SP+ to 51st. Current SP+ projections are 27th. Cole Sullivan might not even start. The starting line is Michigan -2.5 so consider it a toss-up. 18 - Purdue 7-29 in the last three years since losing Jeff Brohm, and there's not much optimism going into this year either. Their schedule might be a little easier at least. This is year two of a coach starting over for Baryy Odom. Can you name the Michigan player who is a projected starter for Purdue?  17 - Michigan State Pat Fitzgerald is... a weird hire. They bring back QB Alessio Milivojevic for some continuity, also PFF really likes UConn RB Cam Edwards. The offensive line looks okay-ish. However, Fred Moore is a projected starter. Do they get four wins?  16 - Rutgers Nobody cares about them except for Bryan Mac. Last year they had their best offense since 2007 but their defense was 131st in success rate. They have KJ Duff who has a claim for the 2nd best wide receiver in the Big Ten. The offense is projected at 37th in SP+, the defense at 90th.  15 - Maryland Someone always has to die in the Maryland preview. They're #2 in returning production in SP+. Give Locksley some credit for returning a lot of young and talented players. A nonconference game against James Franklin's Virginia Tech could be exciting.  [The rest of the writeup and the player after THE JUMP]  2. Big Ten Teams 14-8 Starts at 38:57 14 - Northwestern They have Chip Kelly and a new stadium (we all liked Ryan Field, though). They start with South Dakota State and then get a week two bye, oddly enough. Can they fix Aidan Chiles? They have some returning wide receivers that are decent.  13 - Wisconsin The shell of Wisconsin, the week they though Luke Fickell would get fired he got an extension. They bring in QB Colton Joseph, the Sun Belt player of the year. Old Wisconsin would never have to go into the portal for a running back. By extending Fickell they gave him a bigger NIL budget which he used to get seven defensive starters. 12 - UCLA They have a new coach. The weird Deshaun Foster era ended before it started. Bob Chesney comes in from James Madison. Nico Iamaleava comes back (for better or worse). James Madison was in the playoffs last year, you might recall. There is a lot of reason to be optimistic about this hire. Semaj Morgan is there!  11 - Nebraska They did not get year-three Matt Rhule, there was no lift-off and Raiola left. They picked up QB Anthony Colandrea from Virginia. They need a new RB. They're on their 4th defensive coordinator in five years, despite a soft schedule they still finished 7-6 last year. It feels like another 7-5 ish season. Is that Matt Rhule or is that just Nebraska now?  10 - Minnesota 68% returning production. They're always around here and they always win a bowl game. QB Drake Lindsey is appearing on 1st round mock drafts?? They're projecting 71st on offense and 24th on defense. They're Minnesota.  9 - Illinois They lose Luke Altmyer to the Detroit Lions and bring in Katin Houser (MSU plays three of their former QBs). Only one starter returns on the offensive line. They bring in Bobby Hauck as defensive coordinator, he left Montana claiming college football wasn't fun anymore and then took this job five days later. He might be their Wink. The defense needs to be fixed up a bit. 8 - Washington They forcibly detained QB Demond Williams for another year so... I guess we'll see how that goes. Last year he could just toss it up to Denzel Boston but he's out the door. They bring in a RB from Oregon and Christian Moss from Kennesaw State. Four of five starters return on the offensive line which could be solid. They lost some pretty good guys in the secondary, defensive tackle is still worrying since they have FCS and MAC guys to plug in positions. Their schedule is very favorable, they could even sneak into the playoffs (and get demolished). 3. Hot Takes and Secondary Starts at 1:19:11 Takes hotter than the hottest hot take that anyone has ever given the Sklars after one of their shows.  7 - Iowa They're Iowa. They haven't had an SP+ defense worse than 6th since 2018. They got all the way up to 37th last year in offensive SP+ (turns out Brian Ferentz was not good at offensive coordination). There are some all-Big Ten guys on the offensive line. Do they have any receivers? Ehhh. They have tight ends. Seth read three preview magazines and they all listed different starting QBs. They lost a lot on defense but they always rebuild. This could be a worrying game for Michigan (if Iowa can score).  6 - Penn State Well, the good news is last year they weren't as bad as they looked. Despite everything that happened they were close to beating Indiana at the end of the season. Matt Campbell comes in with Rocco Becht. A lot of players came over from Iowa State, it's just a matter of how quickly they can fit it all together. Their schedule is a joke, they could even sneak into the playoff or the Big Ten title game. Michigan should still be a favorite.  5 - USC They bring back QB Jayden Maiava, but they replace Makai Lemon. The receiver conveyer belt is moving. Everybody loves Waymond (and they bring back King Miller). Their new defensive coordinator is Gary Patterson (yeah that Gary Patterson). Too bad they don't play Northwestern. They always have a top 10 offense and they just need the defense to be okay. The schedule is brutal, though. Are they just permanently the 15th best team in college football under Lincoln Riley? 4 - Michigan? See: all other content. 3 - Indiana They are the portal team now. Despite losing so many players they recruited the transfer portal like an SEC team. QB Josh Hoover comes in from TCU, he's a good conference starter. They also bring in Nick Marsh (MSU) and Shazz Preston from Tulane. Add that to Charlie Becker and their WR room is stacked (also two time winning national champion Tyler Morris!). They bring in a RB named Turbo! They reload on defense and keep their defensive coordinator. Brian is not a believer and predicts 8-4, Alex thinks they'll be really good, Seth is somewhere in between. 2 - Oregon They get Dante Moore back with the regular trope of skill position players. The offensive line is a big question mark and they replace both of their coordinators with in-house hires. The defense has some good players including one of the best corners in the country. They have a Rimmington-quality center but that's about it for the line (the starting right tackle is a true freshman). Their talent is undeniable, but can they win the big game?  1 - Ohio State Last year they had the Penn State schedule of this year. Sayin's stats looked unbelievable through 12 games, then they couldn't score against Indiana and Miami. That needs to improve. Jeremiah Smith is a generational wide receiver, Chris Henry Jr will be really good but probably not quite Jeremiah Smith's level. The offense will need to make that next step. The defense was what was considered generational on SP+. They lose 9 of 11 starters on defense but they always have a conveyer belt. They had to portal some guys, though. They'll probably take a step back on defense but the offense stepping forward probably cancels that out. The schedule is pretty brutal.    4. Lightning Round Starts at 2:09:30 Predictions! List yours in the comments. -Who will be offensive MVP? -Who will be defensive MVP? -Breakout player on offense?  -Breakout player on defense? -X-factor on offense? (Most variable in your estimation) -X-factor on defense? -Biggest strength on offense? -Biggest strength on defense?  -Biggest concern on offense? -Biggest concern on defense? -Who's your guy on offense? -Who's your guy on defense? -Michigan's record?   MUSIC: "The Latter Teens"—Vansire "Black Bear"—Hey, Nothing "Funky Fanfare"—Keith Mansfield “Across 110th Street”—JJ Johnson and his Orchestra   

You read that right, a recipe for Alzheimer's. This week on Schauer Thoughts we're doubling back on a previous episode with some new and very interesting information! Join me on a journey through the body to the brain and out again and please, tip your waiter. “Why is this caption so short?” Because I have limited letter allowance and a lot of sources. 86 that attitude and enjoy! Previous episode I keep referring to: July 22, “The Good, The Bad, the Incredibly Nuanced” https://open.spotify.com/episode/0FrRNutkWpakiUg8i0ANi6 I would strongly prefer you listen to this first. Toxic Thoughts Stand Up Event Link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/toxic-thots-a-queer-comedy-show-tickets-1997497195884?aff=oddtdtcreator Books: A Silent Fire: The Story of Inflammation, Diet & Disease - Shilpa Ravella Loved this book, 10/10. Most of my information on inflammation, LDL cholesterol, fatty acids (long chain vs short chain) and much more I discuss can be found in this book broken down with exquisite detail. The Human Brain Book: A Visual Guide to Structure and Function - Rita Carter Anything I mentioned about brain functioning, signaling, neurotransmitters, olfaction, etc. can be found in this book. I would highly recommend this one if you're looking to learn a lot on the brain. Pg. 204 - the adult brain Pg. 206 - the aging brain Pg. 208 & 209 - Parkinsons, Dementia, & Alzheimer's information Plastic: The Secret History and Shocking Future of Big Oil's Biggest Bet - Beth Gardiner All of the information on the history of plastic, microplastics in the brain and body, as well as petrochemical points are in this book. The Menopause Brain: New Science Empowers Women to Navigate the Pivotal Transition with Knowledge and Confidence - Lisa Mosconi, PhD Doctored: Fraud, Arrogance, and Tragedy in the Quest to Cure Alzheimer's - Charlies Piller Loving this book so far, it's also great at breaking down the basics of Alzheimer's and treatment directions if you'd like to know more. Sources Online: An Unexpected Way to Upcycle: Plastic Waste Transforms into Soap https://news.vt.edu/articles/2023/08/science-plastics-upcycle-soaps-guiliang-greg-liu.html Scientists Turn One of the World's Hardest-To-Recycle Plastics Into Engine Oil https://scitechdaily.com/scientists-turn-one-of-the-worlds-hardest-to-recycle-plastics-into-engine-oil/ Virginia Tech researcher finds a new method for recycling polystyrene https://news.vt.edu/articles/2022/08/one-industrys-trash-polystyrene.html Developing synthetic polymers to study neurological diseases https://news.vt.edu/videos/k/2023/03/1_u4j8cu1b.html Bioaccumulation of microplastics in decedent human brains https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-024-03453-1  What does disease smell like? https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/what-does-disease-smell-like Carvone: One Molecule, Two Different Scents and Flavors https://www.acsh.org/news/2018/08/01/carvone-one-molecule-two-different-scents-and-flavors-13255 Side note, if you're in LA and want to learn more about different scents and how to do scent analysis, I would highly recommend checking out a course at The Institute of Art and Olfaction, I've taken a couple classes there and I loved it. https://artandolfaction.com/   Evaluation of neurobiochemical and behavioral responses to carvone nanoemulsion: A neuroprotective approach for Alzheimer's disease-associated dementia in a rat model https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0006899326000016 PEG Lipids: Definition, Structure & Key Applications https://www.biochempeg.com/article/429.html  Arachnoid Granulation Morphologies Associate with B-Amyloid and Tau Pathology in Older Adults https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12622154/ Reminder: This is a pre-print! Amyloid, APP, and Electrical Activity of the Brain https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7222965/  Inhaling high-dose CO2 clears Alzheimer's proteins from the brain https://www.newscientist.com/article/2580471-inhaling-high-dose-co2-clears-alzheimers-proteins-from-the-brain/ Effects of the Percutaneous Carbon Dioxide Therapy on Post-surgical and Post-traumatic Hematoma, Edema, and Pain https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10753674/ (Orthopaedics) Transcutaneous Carbon Dioxide Treatment is Capable of Reducing Peripheral Vascular Resistance in Hypertensive Patients https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6365751/ Please! If you have the time, take a look at this article as well as the reference section, it's such an incredible deep dive.  A Common Cholesterol Treatment May Also Remove PFAS and Microplastics from Blood https://www.sciencealert.com/a-common-cholesterol-treatment-may-also-remove-pfas-and-microplastics-from-blood If I missed anything, please let me know and I'll update this list! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Gene breaks down the Bills' joint practice with the Browns in Cleveland. Betting analyst PJ Glasser shares his tips for wagering on MLB playoff futures and college football, with a surprise pick mixed in. Plus, should quarterbacks engage in PDA on the practice field?

Gene analyzes the Bills' joint practice with the Browns in Cleveland, including who was not on the field. Plus, producer Tim Schneider has had it with professional athletes returning to play in college and CJ Gardner-Johnson reportedly had a message for Shedeur Sanders.

Producer Tim Schneider is not a fan of professional athletes returning to college sports. Plus, news and notes from the Bills' joint practice with the Browns.

In this episode, Coach Holmes joins Pete and Sam to break down Virginia Tech's apparel suitors, share the latest notes and takeaways from fall camp, and dive deep into what fans can expect from the 2026 Virginia Tech offense. Two Deep Merch: https://theswvashop.com/collections/two-deep-podcast?fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAacHtvKdgg41LDsyLTFIYpXtyy3JLIsKWtqHdlTDXJhw4ZDDVfYKIHNiQsAivA_aem_3Q0femC4B_gNltkZrlrmSg&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio University Club LAST CALL BEFORE FOOTBALL - Code VTSONS26: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/last-call-before-football-at-the-university-club-of-virginia-tech-tickets-1992436162196?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAae7Ee5ZzJdePu9toO8osx5Ip_deyYh7wGTRzq20U0ZF0hX5LpPpE5TIFcBRnQ_aem_FCBSNOOKfuuSfWd5As34pw Alumni Hall - use code SONS10: https://www.alumnihall.com/virginia-tech-hokies Subscribe to Two Deep for more Virginia Tech football coverage, interviews, previews, and analysis. HOKIES • FOOTBALL • BEER

The dimensions of freestyle wrestling demands a fundamental shift in physics. When James Green made the transition up to 74 kilograms, he abandoned the comfortable speed differential of 70 kg to step directly into the most physical, unforgiving meat grinder in international combat sports. Facing larger, naturally heavier frames that punish the smallest flaw in positioning, the four-time All-American, Big Ten champion, and two-time World medalist adapted his game plan to secure his eighth World Team spot at 33 years old. Host Shane Sparks connects with the Nebraska legend at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs to isolate the structural durability behind a decade at the apex of the sport. Green strips away the romanticism of senior-level wrestling to detail the brutal physical realities of competing through severe anatomical wreckage—including a torn hip labrum and bulging discs during his collegiate career—and explains how physical limitations forced him to abandon reliance on raw athletic scrambles to build a suffocating, world-class top game. The conversation examines the personal tragedy that forged Green's resilience long before he stepped into a Division I varsity room. Green tracks the impact of his father's murder when James was just ten years old, detailing how he channeled grief into sports, relied on his mother Joyce's unyielding standards, and built a mental baseline that treats on-mat setbacks with absolute perspective. From analyzing the positional tactics that earned him a rubber-match victory over David Carr at Final X to evaluating the coaching philosophies of Mark Manning, Travell Dlagnev, and his transition to Virginia Tech, Green delivers a raw study on career longevity, positional discipline, and the true price of staying on the mat.

Chuck starts hour 2 talking Virginia Tech with Andy Bitter from TechSidelines.com, and some thoughts on some SEC starting QBs. We then talk Georgia with Jed May from UGASports.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm sharing the four foods I recommend eating every day to naturally support GLP-1, improve your metabolism, control cravings, and make sustainable fat loss easier. After helping more than 13,000 people collectively lose over 480,000 pounds, I've seen how prioritizing protein, fermented foods, fiber-rich vegetables, and healthy fats can help your body feel satisfied and support lasting weight loss.GET A CUSTOMIZED WEIGHT LOSS PLAN:Have a free 1-on-1 call with our Expert Nutritionists

This is the 2nd Annual Dads of Sunday episode! The Sons of Saturday are handing the mics over to the dads for a conversation about Virginia Tech football, fatherhood, family, and everything that comes with being a diehard Hokie. The fellas kick things off with some Virginia Tech nostalgia, including their favorite childhood Hokie stars, the best opposing players they've ever seen in Lane Stadium, and the Hokies who need to have a “Dad Season” in 2026. They also break down the classic dad-isms every football fan has yelled at the TV. Then it's all things fatherhood: potty training, getting kids into sports, the insanity of club sports, getting older, BBQ debates, and the eternal question: “Is my kid a phenom, or am I just an idiot?” Towards the end, there's a debate over which former Virginia Tech player we'd bring back for 2026 (Michael Vick is off the table), expectations for the upcoming season, and what each dad considers a successful year. Plus: dad fits, beer, football stories, and plenty of opinions along the way. So grab a beer and join the dads - by the end you'll feel like you could proudly rock some socks and sandals. Go Hokies! University Club LAST CALL BEFORE FOOTBALL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/last-call-before-football-at-the-university-club-of-virginia-tech-tickets-1992436162196?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAae7Ee5ZzJdePu9toO8osx5Ip_deyYh7wGTRzq20U0ZF0hX5LpPpE5TIFcBRnQ_aem_FCBSNOOKfuuSfWd5As34pw

Swanny catches up with Brett Friedlander and David Glenn to examine where Clemson stands in a changing ACC and why the LSU opener could carry enormous weight for the Tigers.Plus, the 2026 prediction series continues with Baylor, Florida State and Maryland, and the guys discuss James Franklin's impact at Virginia Tech and the pressure facing Mike Norvell at Florida State.

Pete Thamel, Dan Wetzel, and Ryan McGee wrap up their ACC Conference Preview by asking the question: Who survives the season? They break down the pressure facing Bill Belichick at UNC, Mike Norvell at Florida State and Dabo Swinney at Clemson. Plus, can James Franklin revive Virginia Tech? Could Cal or Pitt shake up the ACC race? What's ahead for Duke, Wake Forest, Syracuse, and Boston College?   0:00 - Welcome 0:56 - Belichick, Norvell or Dabo: Who survives the season? 4:24 - Will Belichick return in 2027? 5:00 - UNC's portal plan: What went wrong? 18:23 - Can Mike Norvell survive another losing season? 24:04 - ACC exit plans and landing spots 28:32 - Is Dabo Swinney under pressure at Clemson? 36:28 - Can James Franklin revive Virginia Tech? 41:20 - Can Cal make noise in the ACC? 42:47 - Can Duke & Wake Forest do it again? 44:56 - Can Pitt enter the ACC title race? 47:07 - Syracuse & Boston College: What's ahead? 51:19 - What is proper post-hunting etiquette? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Thamel, Dan Wetzel, and Ryan McGee wrap up their ACC Conference Preview by asking the question: Who survives the season? They break down the pressure facing Bill Belichick at UNC, Mike Norvell at Florida State and Dabo Swinney at Clemson. Plus, can James Franklin revive Virginia Tech? Could Cal or Pitt shake up the ACC race? What's ahead for Duke, Wake Forest, Syracuse, and Boston College?   0:00 - Welcome 0:56 - Belichick, Norvell or Dabo: Who survives the season? 4:24 - Will Belichick return in 2027? 5:00 - UNC's portal plan: What went wrong? 18:23 - Can Mike Norvell survive another losing season? 24:04 - ACC exit plans and landing spots 28:32 - Is Dabo Swinney under pressure at Clemson? 36:28 - Can James Franklin revive Virginia Tech? 41:20 - Can Cal make noise in the ACC? 42:47 - Can Duke & Wake Forest do it again? 44:56 - Can Pitt enter the ACC title race? 47:07 - Syracuse & Boston College: What's ahead? 51:19 - What is proper post-hunting etiquette? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I'm sharing the four foods I recommend eating every day to naturally support GLP-1, improve your metabolism, control cravings, and make sustainable fat loss easier. After helping more than 13,000 people collectively lose over 480,000 pounds, I've seen how prioritizing protein, fermented foods, fiber-rich vegetables, and healthy fats can help your body feel satisfied and support lasting weight loss.GET A CUSTOMIZED WEIGHT LOSS PLAN:Have a free 1-on-1 call with our Expert Nutritionists

Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Georgia Bulldogs legend David Pollack to preview the 2026 College Football season!Pollack breaks down what to expect from Georgia in 2026, whether the Texas Longhorns can challenge the Bulldogs in the SEC and if anyone in the ACC can slow down the Miami Hurricanes' explosive offense. Plus, is this finally the year for the Oregon Ducks? Who can stop Texas Tech in the Big 12? And can the USC Trojans take the next step?The guys also dive into their 2026 ACC & Big 12 previews, including whether Clemson can bounce back, if Mike Norvell is on the hot seat at Florida State, expectations for Cal and Virginia Tech, and how far Georgia Tech could fall this season.Plus, get The Bear and the crew's best bets, futures, lines to watch and plenty more as they get you ready for the 2026 College Football season!Chapters:0:00 Intro0:40 David Pollack Joins The Show1:40 Team You're Higher/Lower On3:30 Are We Sure Notre Dame Is That Good?5:30 Evolution of Arch Manning7:45 Can Texas Handle Their Schedule?9:00 Is This Oregon's Year To Win It All?11:30 Ole Miss or LSU To Make CFP?15:00 How Good Is Miami In 2026?17:20 Are We Sleeping On The Georgia Bulldogs?19:30 Bill Belichick's Last Year At UNC?21:15 Will Oklahoma Run It Back?25:45 SMU: College Football Sleeper?27:30 Your Favorite CFP Number?30:50 ACC Preview31:35 Can Anyone In The ACC Stop Miami?33:00 Biggest Threat For Miami?35:15 Can Clemson Bounce Back?37:40 NC State: ACC Sleeper?38:50 How Far Will Georgia Tech Fall Off?40:50 Mike Norvell Done At FSU?42:00 Expectations for Cal & Virginia Tech for 202643:40 North Carolina 2026 Outlook44:05 BIG 12 Preview45:20 Texas Tech Or The Field?49:40 Oklahoma State Worth The Buzz?52:10 Will It Work In Utah?57:57 Houston To Make The College Football Playoff?59:25 Bet Bash Recap1:02:18 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Korner Booth is BACK for Season 16! Jared Klim and Matt Ordazzo kick off the new season with a full breakdown of the AFC East and NFC East ahead of the NFL season, plus a look at what to expect from the ACC as college football gears up. We start in the AFC East, where the Buffalo Bills enter a new era under first-year head coach Joe Brady looking to reclaim the division after being dethroned by the Patriots last season. New England returns as reigning conference champions behind MVP runner-up Drake Maye and blockbuster addition A.J. Brown, while the Jets continue their rebuild under Aaron Glenn and the Dolphins navigate a fresh start under Jeff Hafley. The boys break down whether anyone can dethrone Buffalo and how the Jets, Dolphins, and Patriots shake out behind them. From there we shift to the NFC East, where the Eagles look to become the first team in over two decades to three-peat as division champs, but face real competition from a retooled Cowboys defense, a Commanders team hoping to stay healthy behind Jayden Daniels, and a Giants squad building a new culture under first-year head coach John Harbaugh. We break down the biggest storylines for all four teams heading into the year. Then it's on to college football with our ACC preview. Miami enters as the heavy favorite behind quarterback Darian Mensah after last season's run to the national championship game, but a deep second tier of contenders — including Louisville, Clemson, SMU, and Virginia Tech under new head coach James Franklin — could make things interesting. We also break down sleeper teams to watch and the biggest questions facing the league this season. Plus, it's officially the Season 16 premiere — we talk about what's new for Korner Booth this year as we kick off a full slate of weekly NFL and college football breakdowns. Subscribe for weekly NFL and college football breakdowns all season long, and drop your predictions for the AFC East, NFC East, and ACC in the comments! #KornerBoothPodcast #NFL #AFCEast #NFCEast #BuffaloBills #NewEnglandPatriots #PhiladelphiaEagles #DallasCowboys #ACCFootball #CollegeFootball #Miami #NFLPreview #SeasonPremiere #Season16 #BellyUpSports

The Cover 3 crew is back to continue their 2026 win totals breakdown for every Power Four team! This episode focuses on the second half of ACC teams. The guys will also discuss Notre Dame's schedule and win total!-(00:00) Intro(2:36) North Carolina O/U 4.5 Wins(10:35) Pitt O/U 7.5 Wins(16:30) SMU O/U 8.5 Wins(23:42) Stanford O/U 3.5 Wins(28:13) Syracuse O/U 4.5 Wins(34:07) Virginia O/U 7.5 Wins(40:33) Virginia Tech O/U 6.5 Wins(47:03) Wake Forest O/U 5.5 Wins(53:53) Notre Dame O/U 11.5 Wins-Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Visit ⁠the betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college football⁠.Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/cover3⁠Follow our hosts on Twitter: ⁠@Chip_Patterson⁠, ⁠@TomFornelli⁠, ⁠@DannyKanell⁠, ⁠@BudElliott3⁠For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/⁠To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/

Virginia Tech football is officially back on the practice field, and the first week of fall camp has already provided plenty to talk about. On this episode of Two Deep, Pete and Sam are joined by Sons of Saturday reporter Ryan Castle to break down their initial reactions to Virginia Tech's 2026 fall camp. The group discusses the biggest storylines coming out of the first week, players who are standing out, position battles to watch, and what early observations could mean for the Hokies heading into the season. With camp still in its early stages, the episode takes a closer look at what has impressed, what remains a question mark, and which players could emerge as major factors for Virginia Tech in 2026. Two Deep is your home for Hokies football, beer, and everything surrounding Virginia Tech athletics. #VirginiaTech #Hokies #VirginiaTechFootball #FallCamp #CollegeFootball #ACCFootball #TwoDeep #SonsOfSaturday #GoHokies

we leave Big Ten country behind and shift our focus south to Charlotte for a complete deep dive into ACC Football. Fresh off their national championship game run, Mario Cristobal and the Miami Hurricanes enter 2026 as heavy conference favorites behind Duke transfer quarterback Darian Mensah. We break down Miami's explosive ceiling, Dabo Swinney's rebound mission at Clemson, Rhett Lashlee's SMU powerhouse with Kevin Jennings, and James Franklin's brand-new era at Virginia Tech.

The Slanted Attic Experience: Episode 67 "Gray & Sammy" Rocky Top, Rabbit Holes & Richmond PerspectivesTyler sits down with Gray and Sammy for one of the most unpredictable episodes the attic has produced. A finance guy who will not elaborate on what he does, a die hard Tennessee Volunteer, and a Richmond native with a gift for conversation somehow cover everything from NFL drama to the inventor of the pool noodle in a single sitting.They open with the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini drama before moving through the AJ Brown trade, Titans history, general NFL talk, and whether Mike Tomlin would survive coaching any other franchise. World markets, supply chain management, the Francis Scott Key bridge collapse, and a deep dive into why the ocean simply does not get the respect it deserves round out a first half that covers more ground than most episodes manage in their entirety.From there the conversation moves through college sports and NIL, James Franklin at Virginia Tech, Hendon Hooker's impact at Tennessee, and the Titans draft class before shifting into iPhone upgrades, first cell phones, and the Squatty Potty. A Masters bet win that paid off, an outsider's genuine perspective on what it is like to live in Richmond, the Amish communities of Pennsylvania, and just how dramatically life has changed from childhood to now add real depth to the closing stretch. A Las Vegas gambling trip closes things out with final thoughts and a look ahead to next time wrap everything up before the outro.Guest Panel:Gray: A Nashville native now living in Richmond, Gray works in finance, involves spreadsheets, and will not be elaborating further. A die hard Tennessee Volunteer whose blood pressure his doctor describes as concerning but seasonal, Gray has heard Rocky Top roughly 400,000 times and would gladly hear it 400,000 more. Every fall he declares it the year. Every November he is wrong. He remains undeterred.Sammy: A Richmond native and Virginia Tech alum who attended Freeman High School and stayed loyal to the city he calls home through every twist the last several years have thrown at him. Sammy values his people above everything else and given the chance will talk your ear off, not because he enjoys the sound of his own voice, but because he genuinely loves connecting with the people around him.Topics Covered:IntroMike Vrabel and Dianna Russini dramaThe AJ Brown trade and Titans historyNFL general talkWould Mike Tomlin get fired coaching any other team?More NFL talk including the draft and the CommandersThe Rodgers and McCarthy reunionFernando Mendoza and Kirk CousinsWere the 90s the best era to grow up watching sports?World markets and supply chain managementThe Francis Scott Key bridge collapseWhy is the ocean not feared enough and back to conspiraciesThe inventor of the pool noodleCollege sports and the NIL impactJames Franklin at Virginia TechHendon Hooker's move and impact at TennesseeThe Titans draft class and a story from GrayiPhone upgrades and first cell phonesThe Squatty PottyCritical mineral production and China's technological leadIs the Slanted Attic at risk of being cancelled?Rage bait and modern media cyclesA Masters bet winAn outsider's perspective on living in RichmondPennsylvania and the AmishHow much has changed from childhood until nowVisiting Las Vegas and gamblingOutro and thoughts for next timeNew episodes of The Slanted Attic Experience drop bi-weekly at 10:30 AM EST with the occasional surprise episode along the way. Find everything Slanted Attic at linktr.ee/slantedattic.

The Columbine High School massacre occurred on April 20th, 1999, in Columbine, Colorado. Perpetrated by high school seniors Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold, it occupies a strange, mimetic place in our culture. Aesthetically inspired by media such as Natural Born Killers, Doom II and Duke Nukem 3d, it went on to provide a template for subsequent mass casualty attacks on soft targets, such as Sandy Hook and Virginia Tech. Harris and Klebold both wrote diaries, so, naturally, we read them. I felt quite unclean after this one.VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATIONContact: jack.bcfh@gmail.comJack has an upcoming novel called 'Audience Capture', out October 2026 through Bonfire Books! Preorder now! https://bonfirebooks.org/product/audience-capture-by-jack-cuthbertson-pre-order/Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/bookclubfromhellOur Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheBookClubfromHellJack's Substack: jackbc.substack.comJoin our Discord (the best place to interact with us): discord.gg/ZMtDJ9HscrWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0n7r1ZTpsUw5exoYxb4aKA/featuredX: @bookclubhell666Jack on X: @supersquat1Capitalisimo on X: @thecapitalisimoArt by moog

Paying It Forward and Centering Mission Over Margin with Shantay Pierce on Black Wall Street TodayIn this powerful episode of Black Wall Street Today, host Blair Durham sits down with decorated veteran, entrepreneur, author, and community leader Shantay Pierce. Founder of the youth-serving nonprofit S.T.A.N.D and Shantay Global Media LLC, Shantay brings a wealth of wisdom on what it truly means to take the next step, invest in the next generation, and operate with a purpose-first mindset.Tune in as Shantay shares her inspiring journey from military service to publishing two books available on Amazon, building media support systems for nonprofits, and uplifting youth through STAND. This conversation dives deep into the core tenets of paying it forward, imparting essential life tools to young people, and why prioritizing mission over profit is the ultimate key to sustainable community wealth building.Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a nonprofit leader, or someone looking to make a lasting impact in your community, this episode offers actionable insights on mentorship, resilience, and legacy.Keywords: Shantay Pierce, Blair Durham, Black Wall Street Today, STAND nonprofit, Shantay Global Media, veteran entrepreneur, youth empowerment, community impact, mission over profit, paying it forward, nonprofit funding, Black authors, mentorship, social entrepreneurship, community building, leadership, youth development, Amazon authors, Hampton Roads podcasts.Key Takeaways:The Veteran to Entrepreneur Journey: Discover how Shantay Pierce transitioned from her service in the military to establishing a robust footprint as an author, media founder, and community advocate.Empowering the Next Generation through STAND: Learn about the mission behind the youth-serving nonprofit STAND and why imparting necessary guidance to young people is critical for future success.Building Support Systems for Nonprofits: Explore how Shantay Global Media LLC provides vital funding, resources, and structural support to help mission-driven organizations thrive.Mission as Primary, Profit as Secondary: Gain perspective on why shifting the focus from bottom-line profits to deep-rooted community impact creates authentic, long-lasting value.The Power of Taking the Next Step: Hear practical advice on overcoming hurdles, writing and publishing books, and stepping boldly into your purpose.Timestamps:**** Welcoming Shantay Pierce: Military background, author journey, and entrepreneurial roots.**** Introducing STAND: The vision and impact of her youth-serving organization.**** Imparting into the Youth: Why giving back and equipping young people with life tools matters.**** Shantay Global Media LLC: Providing funding and support for nonprofits.**** Mission Over Margin: Philosophy on prioritizing purpose over profit.**** Final Takeaways: Taking the next step and how to connect with Shantay's work.Schedule a 15 Minute MeetingBlair DurhamCo-Founder/CEOBlack BRANDHampton Roads' Regional Black Chamber of Commerce(o) 757.288.7400(m) 757.712.3538520 East Main Street, Suite 4Norfolk, VA 23510Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Want to contact Blair orBrian or Black BRAND? Info@BlackBRAND.biz . The Black WallStreet Today (BWST) radio show is focused on all things Black entrepreneurshipand hosted by Virginia Tech alumnae Blair Durham, co-founder and co-Presidentof Black BRAND. The BWST podcast is produced by using selected audio from theradio show and other Black BRAND events. BWST is the media outlet for BlackBRAND. Black BRAND is a 501(c)(3) organization that stands for BusinessResearch Analytics, Networking, and Development.   m.me/blackwallstreettoday  +  info@blackbrand.biz  +  (757) 541-2680 Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackbrandbiz/ + Facebook: www.facebook.com/blackbrandbiz/  $20k - $90K of business funding - https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/positive-vibes-consulting/

Virginia Tech fall camp is underway, and the position battles are starting to take shape. Andrew Alix, Matej Sis and Doug Bowman break down some of the biggest questions facing the Hokies offense, including the battle for the third wide receiver spot, how Virginia Tech replaces the injured Johnny Garrett on the offensive line, the competition at backup quarterback, and much more.Plus, Doug provides his top-of-the-line legal expertise on the Protect College Sports Act and what it could mean for the future of college athletics. All this and more on another exhilarating episode of Inside the Tunnel!

In this episode of StallSide, we sit down with Travis Burns, MSc, CJF, TE, EE, FWCF, Associate Professor of Practice and Hospital Administrator at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech. A renowned farrier, educator, and researcher, Travis shares his expertise on the science behind hoof care and the critical relationship between farriers and veterinarians. The conversation explores hoof biomechanics, therapeutic farriery, laminitis, and the latest approaches to managing hoof cracks and promoting soundness. Travis discusses how advances in research and clinical experience are shaping modern farriery and how collaboration across disciplines can improve outcomes for equine patients. From the forge to the veterinary hospital, this episode highlights the skill, science, and dedication required to keep horses healthy from the ground up. Watch episodes on YouTube @roodandriddle or visit us at www.rrvp.com

Hokies Steve joins AWadd at River City Roll as practices have officially begun in Hokieland! Hear from the new head coach at Virginia Tech about the first few days of practice at VT! What is the latest around the NFL world? Hokies Steve sits down with AWadd and discusses it all from the Ravens to the Rams and more! Stefon Diggs is home! Playing for the Washington Commanders on a one year deal, hear from the WR about what it means to be playing for his hometown team and one his family rooted for when he was growing up! We close the show for the week covering the biggest sporting event of the weekend on gameday! Tune in LIVE every weekday from 12-3 PM everywhere on the Audacy app and locally at 910 the fan and 105.1 FM for more AWadd Radio!!

This episode is Part III of Two Deep's 2026 Summer Preview series. There are 8 ACC teams on Virginia Tech's schedule remaining (all except Miami). Previews include: Boston College, Pitt, Cal, Georgia Tech, Clemson, SMU, Stanford, and Virginia. Pete and Sam break down the biggest challenges, trickiest spots, and most important matchups for the Hokies this upcoming season. Which games are wins? Which ones are toss-ups? And where could Virginia Tech pull off an upset? Like and Subscribe for more Virginia Tech Hokies Football content.

I'm sharing the seven habits I would quit first if I wanted to lose weight and keep it off, including the biggest mistakes that keep your body stuck in fat storage mode. Learn how protein, healthy fats, blood sugar, gut health, stress, sleep, and metabolism work together to create lasting weight loss without relying on severe calorie restriction or willpower.GET A CUSTOMIZED WEIGHT LOSS PLAN:Have a free 1-on-1 call with our Expert Nutritionists

Communicate Like a Leader, Not a Technician Stop Speaking Jargon: How Great Leaders Build Trust Episode 316 (Gary is based in North Carolina) Repeat of 172 In this conversation with Gary Simonds we explore: why techni cal language often creates communication barriers translating expertise into everyday language using analogies to simplify complex ideas creating imagery that audiences remember asking listeners what they already understand listening before explaining confirming audience understanding building trust through clear communication preparing for difficult conversations avoiding the trap of speaking like an insider communicating across different areas of expertise helping audiences feel included instead of intimidated ----- About our guest, Gary Simonds: Gary is a neurosurgeon who created and developed a university-level neurosurgery department and residency training program at Virginia Tech and the Carilion Clinic in Virginia. He has written three non-fiction books and a a recently released novel, Death's Pale Flag, focusing on professional burnout and building personal resilience. Learn more about his books at https://garyrsimonds.com/ ----- Key Lessons from this conversation with Gary: Communication succeeds only when the audience understands your message. Technical jargon often creates distance instead of credibility. Ask your audience what they already understand before explaining. Listen before you teach. Translate expertise into plain English. Analogies and imagery help people grasp complex ideas. Create mental pictures instead of reciting technical facts. Confirm understanding instead of assuming it. Slow down during important conversations. Stay focused on the audience's concerns rather than your own agenda. Prepare your explanation before entering important conversations. Great communicators build trust through clarity, not complexity. ----- ----more---- Your Intended Message is the podcast about how you can boost your career and business success by honing your communication skills. We'll examine the aspects of how we communicate one-to-one, one to few and one to many – plus that important conversation, one to self. In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.   Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He's fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.   Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com https://superiorpresentations.net/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskill    

Greg McElroy breaks down the tiers in the ACC for the upcoming season and tells you why Miami is the only national title contender, if SMU and Clemson can get back to the CFP and if Louisville is primed to crash the party. Can Florida State bounce back, do Virginia and Duke have staying power, will year 2 at North Carolina under Bill Belichick yield better results and is this the year that Virginia Tech breaks through with James Franklin? The ACC is deep and McElroy is here to break it all down from contenders to spoilers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Media believe Virginia Tech will be a middle-of-the-road team in the ACC this season. Is that a fair prediction?______________________________Subscribe on YouTube to enter our FREE Helmet Giveaway!We're excited to partner with Real Property Management Insight in Blacksburg this season! They're the premier property partner in the New River Valley. Check them out: https://www.insightrpm.com/Check out our newest partner, ACC Road Trip! They offer complete travel guides and exclusive discounts that are sure to make your coming road trip unforgettable. Learn how they can help here: https://www.accroadtrip.net/?via=HokieHangover Gear up for the season and use promo code “BEAMBERBALL” at Homefield Apparel to get 15% off your first order!https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfs.%E2%81%A0As always, leave us a review and tell us how we're doing! 

Greg McElroy breaks down the tiers in the ACC for the upcoming season and tells you why Miami is the only national title contender, if SMU and Clemson can get back to the CFP and if Louisville is primed to crash the party. Can Florida State bounce back, do Virginia and Duke have staying power, will year 2 at North Carolina under Bill Belichick yield better results and is this the year that Virginia Tech breaks through with James Franklin? The ACC is deep and McElroy is here to break it all down from contenders to spoilers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Would you like to be part of a community that protects grassland bird species and builds landscape resiliency? Justin Proctor, coordinator of the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative of the Smithsonian Institute's Virginia Working Landscapes' program, shares how they are building a community and are able to offer incentive payments to farmers and landowners willing to adopt bird-friendly management practices that better accommodate birds' nesting seasons and habits.  Two bird-friendly practices that Justin highlights out of ten best management practices include adjusting the cutting height when harvesting hay and delay cutting until after July 1. Additionally, Justin emphasizes how important building community is around shared values (e.g., clean air, water quality, soil health, farmland protection, etc.) and getting out to meet your neighbor.  If this episode, Jeff lays out a specific land ownership and management scenario for Justin and asks how he would work with the landowner to address resource concerns, management objectives, common interests, and discuss incentives for management of grassland birds. Walking the farmland with the owner is one of the initial steps but Justin also recommends reading their booklet Meet Your Virginia Grassland Birds, which is available in English and Spanish.Tune in, like, and subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts or 4thesoil.org/podcastAs always, we encourage you to cooperate with other farmers, graziers, and gardeners for peer-to-peer learning. We can all be 4 The Soil, for the future! Here is how with four principles: 1) Keep the soil covered -- Cover crops are our friends;2) Minimize soil disturbance -- Be gentle, take it easy;3) Maximize living roots year-round -- Keep roots growing; and4) Energize with diversity -- Thrive with diversity.If you are interested in art and framing the 4 The Soil posters for your office or home, the 16” by 20” posters are available for purchase and printing as single posters or a set of five posters. Additionally, 4 The Soil gear and swag is available for purchase at https://4-the-soil.printify.me/If you have questions about soil and water conservation practices, or soil health principles, call or visit a USDA Service Center, a Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District office, or your local Virginia Cooperative Extension office.  4 the Soil: A Conversation is made possible with funding support from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and The Agua Fund. Other partners include the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service; Virginia Cooperative Extension; Virginia State University; Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation; and partners of the Virginia Soil Health Coalition.Disclaimer: Views expressed on this podcast are those of each individual guest.To download a copy of this, or any other show, visit the website 4thesoil.org. Music used during today's program is courtesy of the Flip Charts. All rights reserved. 4 the Soil: A Conversation is produced by On the Farm Radio in collaboration with Virginia Tech. The host and co-hosts are Jeff Ishee, Mary Sketch Bryant, and Eric Bendfeldt.

“You just have to believe that at some point it's going to translate into the actual result you want. These close calls aren't only going to be my defining story.”My guest for today's episode is Vince Ciattei — U.S. 5000m champion. At 31 years old, roughly 24 hours after losing the 1500m final by five hundredths of a second, Vince went back out at Icahn Stadium and won the 5K national title in 13:46.75 — an event he had raced once in the previous five years. It was the first national title of his career, and it came after a run of fourths, thirds, and seconds that have stretched across nearly a decade as a professional.Vince trains with Under Armour Dark Sky Distance in Flagstaff under Stephen Haas. He went to Virginia Tech, where he only became good enough to go pro in his fifth year. He came back from an injury straight away as a pro. He finished fourth at the 2024 Olympic Trials by a quarter of a second and has been on the edge of breaking through internationally for years, and this year it finally started to crack open — a 3:30 personal best in Rabat behind Yared Nuguse, Isaac Nader, and Azeddine Habz, a Diamond League schedule that treated him as a competitor rather than a time-trialer, a 13:13 at Payton Jordan in May, and then a weekend in New York where he went from reading a LetsRun writeup at 4 a.m. declaring he had missed his best shot to standing on top of the podium less than twelve hours later.In this conversation we get into all of it: The sports psychologist who helped him reframe a decade of near-misses as a trajectory rather than a verdict; The 24-hour turnaround between the two finals and what it took to flip the switch — including the middle-of-the-night LetsRun read, the drug testing chat with his mom afterward, and the moment when Kasey Knevelbaard came by with 250 to go and the race turned into a Dark Sky one-two.We also get into what Rabat and Ostrava showed him about where he actually stands internationally, the Diamond League final, the World Ultimate Championships, and the target that's been quietly driving his entire season: the World Road Running Championships mile in September, where he'll wear the Team USA uniform for the first time.____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSCORE: The CORE 2 Thermal Sensor takes the guessing out of heat training. It reads your core body temperature in real time - no thermometer, nothing invasive, and you can actually see what's happening inside your body while you train. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take 10% off the CORE 2 with code CITIUS10 at checkout when you visit corebodytemp.com.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠VELOUS: VELOUS makes recovery footwear designed to help runners bounce back faster between sessions. Their sandals feature Tri-Motion™ Technology: a technical three-density foam system and contoured footbed engineered to cushion impact, support your arches, and help your toes stretch and relax on every step. They keep your feet and legs properly aligned after you put in all of those weekly miles. Run. Recover. Repeat. with VELOUS! ⁠Get 20% off your VELOUS order with code CITIUSMAG20 at checkout including FREE Shipping!⁠OLIPOP: Raspberry Sherbet is a limited-edition, nostalgic new flavor that blends tangy raspberry with creamy vanilla. Every can of Olipop contains their Olismart blend, which includes ingredients designed to support digestive health and help feed your gut microbiome. If you haven't had tried Olipop yet, grab a can and see what the hype is all about!⁠⁠ ⁠Head to DrinkOlipop.com and use code CITIUS25 at checkout to get 25% off your orders.⁠⁠

In this episode, Pete was joined by Isaac Parks to discuss his controversial video, “The Worst Firing in Football History.” Isaac explains why he believes Penn State made a massive mistake firing Franklin, breaks down his reasoning, and makes the case for why the decision could come back to haunt the Nittany Lions. From there, the guys dive into some of the worst coaching firings in college football history and debate which programs made the biggest mistakes moving on from their head coaches. Finally, the conversation turns toward Virginia Tech. How will James Franklin do in Blacksburg? Can he prove Penn State wrong? And what should Hokies fans expect from Franklin in his first season at Virginia Tech? Was James Franklin's firing one of the worst decisions in college football history? Let us know what you think in the comments! Issac's Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1kzYYmbVmA Buy us a beer: buymeacoffee.com/twodeep Subscribe for more Virginia Tech football coverage all season long!

Send us Fan MailUPDATE: This episode was recorded on July 1, 2026. On July 21, Ohio EPA announced it will NOT finalize a proposed general permit for data centers. For additional information on this please visit Ohio EPA's website.**********ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE seems to be everywhere. Whether we're using a chatbot, saving files to the cloud, or asking Google a question, we're relying on infrastructure that's largely invisible to us: data centers. As demand for AI and cloud computing accelerates, so do questions about the resources needed to support this digital economy—resources like water!  We were very interested in bringing some light to this hot-button topic in this, our first virtual episode, featuring a panel of guests from Central Ohio, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Dr. Landon Marston is an Associate Professor at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and holds a Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering. His research group looks at how and where water is used within the economy as well as the environmental consequences associated with economic production and consumption.  John Newsome is Administrator of the Division of Water at Columbus Water and Power and has served with the city's Department of Public Utilities since 2006. We've asked John to give CWP's perspective on this emerging technology and water demands in Central Ohio, a national hub for data centers.  Also with CWP, Sarah Bloom Anderson serves as Assistant Director of Policy and shares some information from the wastewater side: what happens to the water used to cool the servers in data centers.  And Dr. Peter Grevatt is CEO of the Water Research Foundation, a nonprofit educational organization in Washington D.C. which funds and publishes research on the technology, operation, and management of drinking water, wastewater, water reuse, and stormwater systems. Peter discusses current research projects the WRF is supporting. Utility Perspectives on Data Center SurveyDr. Marston's team at Virginia Tech, in partnership with WRF and the American Water Works Association, is conducting a survey among water and wastewater utilities regarding data centers. If you would like to participate, follow this link.

On a scale of 1 to BACK, how for real is Miami this time? That is just what the guys hope to answer in this episode of Two Deep. This is Part II of Pete and Sam's 2026 Summer Preview series - only a single team in this one, the Miami Hurricanes.   The guys discuss the 'Canes loaded roster, the impact of Mario Cristobal's recruiting, whether they can live up to the hype, and how James Franklin's Hokies match up in a pivotal ACC showdown.  Can the Hokies spoil their season, or is The U REALLY back once and for all?

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, the guest is Dina AZ. Salem!About Dina AZ. Salem: Washington, DC–based abstract artist born in Alexandria, Egypt, working across painting and sculpture to create materially driven works that explore healing, transformation, memory, and resilience. Through layered surfaces, texture, and unconventional materials, her practice investigates how personal experiences can be translated into visual language. She signs her work with the initials of her late father, honoring the person who first encouraged her artistic journey.In our conversation, Salem talks through growing up as a hyperactive child in Alexandria, Egypt, and how her mother discovered that painting calmed her down—leading to a lifelong artistic practice that began at four or five years old. She shares how her father, Ahmed Zaki, a CFO who never used a calculator in his life, would sit next to her and watch her paint, eventually buying her early works for small amounts to encourage her. Salem recalls visiting her father's office at nine years old and finding all her blue paintings hanging on his walls, and how his passing when she was twelve stopped her artistic journey for years.She connects her path from applying to shoe design school in Italy to eventually attending Virginia Tech and landing in DC about four years ago, reflecting on how the journey "chose her." We get into her philosophy that materials carry memory—sourcing everything from sand to plaster to abandoned items found walking around DC and at Home Depot, her "happy place." As she puts it, she's interested in "how we become someone new without losing who we were." Salem discusses how living in two places has made her understand that "identity is never fixed, it's always evolving," and how she wouldn't create the same style of work if she had stayed in Egypt.Be sure to follow Dina AZ. Salem on Instagram at @dinaazsalem to keep up with her work and future projects.Photo courtesy of subject. The Truth In This Art is supported by William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, the Maryland State Arts Council's Creativity Grant and Mayor's Individual Artist Award - Creative Baltimore Fund (Baltimore). Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcastThe Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★

HEALTH NEWS   Curcumin shows the best balance against cancer, study shows First trial confirms swimming reduces disability from chronic back pain Nanoplastics in Drinking Water May Be Making Dangerous Bacteria Stronger, New Study Warns Kids remember veggie scents from womb, study finds Watermelon Contains Compounds Linked to Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health, Studies Show   Curcumin shows the best balance against cancer, study shows Wroclaw Medical University (Poland), July 22 2026 (News-Medical) Curcumin, berberine, and other plant-derived compounds have long attracted scientific interest because of their anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties. A new study by researchers from Wroclaw Medical University, however, shows that not all natural compounds act in the same way, and strong anticancer activity does not always go hand in hand with a good safety profile. The researchers compared five compounds: curcumin, berberine, biochanin A, cucurbitacin E, and CAPE (caffeic acid phenethyl ester), a component of propolis. They investigated how these substances affected fibrosarcoma cells and healthy muscle cells. The study focused on the NF-κB signaling pathway, which regulates inflammation, metabolism, cell survival, and cellular aging. The tested compounds disrupted mitochondrial function, reducing the cancer cells' ability to produce energy. In fibrosarcoma cells, ATP levels decreased by approximately 83–92%, compared with reductions of around 23–73% in healthy muscle cells. This suggests that cancer cells are more vulnerable to disturbances in energy metabolism. The compounds also affected mitophagy, the process responsible for removing damaged mitochondria. All five compounds induced features of cellular senescence in fibrosarcoma cells. In this state, cells remain alive but permanently lose their ability to divide. The strongest effect was observed with curcumin. The proportion of senescent cancer cells increased from approximately 16.5% to more than 75%. For the other compounds, the percentage exceeded 66% as well. Healthy muscle cells generally showed a weaker response, suggesting a degree of selectivity towards cancer cells.   First trial confirms swimming reduces disability from chronic back pain Macquarie University, July 21 2026 (Eurekalert)   Australian research has shown for the first time that a program of swimming can be clinically effective in reducing disability from chronic low back pain.  Publishedin the British Journal of Sports Medicine, the clinical trial found an eight-week individualised program of swimming and education, guided by a physiotherapist, improved function and pain significantly more than education alone in people with back pain.  The researchers recruited 76 adults aged 26 to 74 (average 41 years) who were experiencing some disability due to low back pain lasting for at least 12 weeks and allocated them at random to one of two groups. One group received an eight-week individualised program of swimming and education, supported by four telehealth coaching sessions with a physiotherapist. They weren't regular swimmers, but they were able to swim 25 metres and feel confident in the water.  The swimming programme was based on a goal of achieving three sessions of 30-45 minutes by the end of the eight weeks.  After eight weeks, disability was significantly lower in the swimming group.  They improved by about 50 per cent from where they were before starting the program. Compared to the control group who received education only, swimmers scored on average 2.5 points or 30 per cent lower on a widely used disability scale.     Nanoplastics in Drinking Water May Be Making Dangerous Bacteria Stronger, New Study Warns Virginia Tech University, July 21 2026 (Natural News) A study published in the journal Water Research found that nanoplastics, tiny plastic particles invisible to the naked eye, can increase the mechanical strength of bacterial biofilms and make them more resistant to disinfectants. The research, conducted by Virginia Tech and an international team, examined how these particles affect microbial communities inside drinking water systems.  The findings indicate indirect public health risks through water systems. The nanoplastics can make the antimicrobial-resistant pathogens better survive, which could be harmful to the environment and would have public health implications.   The study focused on biofilms containing E. coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, two bacteria commonly associated with waterborne infections. When exposed to nanoplastics, the bacteria activated multiple defense mechanisms, resulting in thicker, heavier biofilms. These strengthened biofilms pose a greater challenge for water treatment facilities, according to the researchers. Biofilms are communities of bacteria that attach to surfaces, such as the interior walls of water pipes. These bacterial colonies produce a protective matrix that shields them from environmental threats, including disinfectants. While some biofilms are beneficial, those formed by pathogenic bacteria can pose risks inside drinking water distribution systems.   Waterborne nanoplastics are already widespread. A French government study found that glass bottles can contain five to 50 times more microplastics than plastic bottles, with contamination often originating from painted caps.   Kids remember veggie scents from womb, study finds Durham University, May 13 2026 (Medical Xpress) Experiencing bitter or non-bitter flavors before birth can shape taste likes or dislikes after being born, according to new research led by the Durham University Department of Psychology. Researchers found that young children are less likely to react negatively to the smell of vegetables they were repeatedly exposed to in the womb. They say their findings could have implications for establishing healthy eating habits in children. The researchers examined the facial reactions of 12 three-year-olds to the non-bitter smell of carrot or the bitter smell of kale. They found that the three-year-olds whose mothers had taken carrot powder capsules as part of a controlled experiment when pregnant were less likely to show negative facial reactions toward the smell of carrot. Similarly, those whose mothers had taken kale powder capsules while pregnant reacted less negatively to the smell of kale. The researchers say their latest finding supports the argument that exposure to flavors in late pregnancy can result in long-lasting odor or flavor memory in children.   Watermelon Contains Compounds Linked to Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health, Studies Show UCLA, July 22 2026 (Natural News)   Watermelon contains bioactive compounds that have been linked to improvements in cardiovascular function and metabolic healths. The fruit is a source of the amino acid citrulline, which the body converts to arginine, and the antioxidant lycopene, both of which have been associated with positive health outcomes. According to a review in the journal Nutrition clinique et métabolisme, watermelon consumption increases plasma arginine concentrations in adults. The body converts citrulline into arginine, which then supports nitric oxide production, a molecule that helps relax blood vessels. Lycopene, the carotenoid responsible for watermelon's red color, is also present in notable amounts and acts as an antioxidant. Watermelon's L-citrulline and L-arginine content improves arterial function and blood pressure Another report states that citrulline is useful for blood pressure regulation and metabolic health.  

In this episode, I sit down with Chris Larsen, founder of Next-Level Income and someone with over 20 years and nearly three decades in real estate. What I love about Chris's story is where it started: he bought his first rental property at age 21, while he was still a college student at Virginia Tech studying biomechanical engineering. From there he has been involved in around $2 billion in acquisitions across development, private lending, distressed debt, commercial offices, and multifamily syndication. Before real estate, Chris was chasing a very different dream. He was a competitive cyclist with hopes of going pro, until the sudden loss of his best friend at a bike race forced him to ask what he was really doing it all for. That moment set him on a search for financial freedom, and after five years of reading everything he could get his hands on, he landed on real estate as his path. He walks us through the mindset shift from day trading and stress to building something with control, leverage, income, and long term certainty. We get practical about why now is a great time for W-2 earners to move off the sidelines. Chris shares the story of his very first deal, $3,000 down on a townhouse that he house hacked with two roommates, and how a 1031 exchange years later turned that tiny investment into a seven figure return. He is a big believer that real estate is a get rich slow game, and he makes the case for doing even one creative deal a year and letting time, rents, and inflation do the heavy lifting. We also dig into where we are in the real estate cycle. Chris breaks down the roughly 18.5 year cycle, why he thinks we are in the second half where it pays to be the bank, and why keeping some dry powder on the sidelines makes sense right now. Toward the end he shares the two free tools his team built, an interactive book and a Chris Larsen AI coaching assistant, for anyone who wants to go deeper. If you have been waiting for a sign to start building passive income, this conversation is it.   Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00  Introduction and the three paydays philosophy 00:23  Meet Chris Larsen: 20+ years and roughly $2 billion in acquisitions 00:52  Buying his first rental at 21 as a college student 02:32  Why he wrote his latest book to help people engineer freedom 03:04  Starting a nonprofit after Hurricane Helene hit Asheville 03:52  The cyclist dream and why pro cycling rarely pays 04:51  Losing his best friend at a bike race and the emptiness that followed 06:35  The discipline and structure cycling taught him 06:51  Deciding he wanted to live life on his own terms 07:48  From day trading stress to realizing that is not investing 08:46  Why real estate: control, leverage, income, and depreciation 09:37  The 15 year plan to reach ten grand a month in income 09:52  Why creative deals beat the old way of getting paid once 12:05  What Chris is working on now and his latest book 12:48  Moving from residential to commercial and multifamily 14:13  Why now is a great time for W-2 earners to get in 15:20  Real estate as a get rich slow game and the one deal a year approach 16:02  The $3,000 first deal that became a seven figure return through a 1031 17:55  The 18.5 year real estate cycle explained 20:09  Why it is a good time to be the bank 20:31  Keeping cash on the sidelines and staying selective 21:43  The two free tools: the interactive book and Chris Larsen AI 22:42  How high income earners can start investing passively 23:20  Why finding someone who made the mistake first shortens your curve   Quotables "Real estate is a get rich slow game." "During the second half of the cycle, it's a great time to be the bank." "You don't have to time the market, but be very selective right now."   Links Chris Larsen — Next Level Income (his education and investment company) — https://nextlevelincome.com Free Book, How to Be Financially Free by Forty (interactive, includes online course access) — https://nextlevelincome.com/financialfreedombook Chris Larsen AI (24/7 coaching assistant built from Chris's books, content, and podcasts, via Next Level Income) — https://nextlevelincome.com Passive Investing with Next Level Income (schedule a call with the team) — https://nextlevelincome.com/invest Smart Real Estate Coach — https://smartrealestatecoach.com Free Discovery Call with the Smart Real Estate Coach team — https://smartrealestatecoachpodcast.com/discovery Propsperity (the team's property marketing and rent collection tool) — https://propsperity.io Get Started with Smart Real Estate Coach — https://smartrealestatecoach.com/getstarted The Secret Life of Real Estate and Banking by Phillip J. Anderson

Join us for Relaunch Week! Welcome to our first conference preview of the 2026 season, where Alex and Richard discuss the ACC's 17 teams. This episode has a rose (a good thing), a bud (a point of intrigue), and a thorn (a worry) for every team in the league. Each school is covered, and then we pick some preseason awards:- 4:28: Virginia- 10:51: Duke- 16:13: SMU- 21:49: Miami- 29:28: Pitt- 34:43: Georgia Tech- 43:28: NC State- 49:05: Cal- 52:53: Clemson- 58:48: Louisville- 1:02:47: Wake Forest- 1:08:23: Stanford- 1:11:38: Florida State- 1:17:33: North Carolina- 1:23:52: Virginia Tech- 1:28:34: Boston College- 1:32:08: SyracuseProducer: Anthony Vito. Thanks to Homefield and Nokian Tyres. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

In this college football podcast episode, we finish our three-part preview of the ACC by turning our attention to the defending conference champions and several of the league’s most difficult teams to project. Can Duke keep finding ways to win after another major quarterback change? Does Clemson have a real plan for getting back into the College Football Playoff conversation? And can Louisville once again rebuild its offense around a new transfer quarterback without losing ground near the top of the conference? We also dig into James Franklin’s full-scale reboot at Virginia Tech, Ty’s increasingly dangerous belief in NC State, and a pivotal season for Brent Key at Georgia Tech. With new quarterbacks, rebuilt offensive lines, coordinator changes and transfer portal additions everywhere, how much confidence should we place in recognizable coaches and favorable schedules? Plus, we examine why Cal could become one of the most entertaining teams in college football, whether Syracuse can recover with Steve Angeli back under center, and what Bill O’Brien can realistically build at Boston College. Elsewhere, Dan experiments with performance-enhancing inhalers, Ty launches Bros for Brohm, the Calgorithm gains strength, and we issue another annual warning about hiring Ted Roof. Timecodes:0:00 - Intro4:01 - Duke Blue Devils Preview14:26 - Clemson Tigers Preview25:00 - NC State Wolfpack Preview32:29 - Louisville Cardinals Preview40:22 - Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Preview50:36 - Virginia Tech Hokies Preview1:06:02 - Cal Golden Bears Preview1:12:53 - Syracuse Orange Preview1:18:03 - Boston College Eagles Preview1:22:33 - Parting ShotsSupport the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this college football podcast episode, we begin our three-part 2026 ACC preview by zooming out and attempting to make sense of the conference as a whole. Miami enters the season as the clear favorite, with Darian Mensah taking over at quarterback and another roster built to reach the College Football Playoff. But can the Hurricanes finally win their first ACC championship? From there, we sort the rest of the ACC into contender tiers and confront the question that defines the league this season: Who comes after Miami? We debate how much to trust Kevin Jennings and SMU, Jeff Brohm’s latest rebuild at Louisville, Clemson’s return to Chad Morris and the long list of possible challengers lurking in the conference’s crowded middle. We also examine the unusually unsettled quarterback landscape, widespread offensive line turnover, the arrival of James Franklin at Virginia Tech and the pressure facing Mike Norvell at Florida State. Plus, we identify our ACC pet teams, search for surprise storylines and hold an entirely unnecessary conference nickname draft.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.