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We continue our salute to Black Music Month with the legendary Professor Griff of Public Enemy! Griff will deliver a compelling review of the late Clive Davis’s remarkable legacy and his profound relationships with iconic Black artists—Miles, Whitney, Aretha, Gil Scott-Heron, Dionne Warwick, Alicia Keys, Earth, Wind & Fire, The Isley Brothers, Angie Stone, The Notorious B.I.G., Busta Rhymes, and so many more. Before Griff joins, renowned scholar, poet, and author Dr. Nubia Kai shares her groundbreaking book, *A River of Prophecy: A Sacred History of African Americans*. Plus, get an inside look at the upcoming national reparations convention in WDC with Corey Shaw from NCOBRA. We’re kicking off the program with DC activist Brother Obie, whose passion for justice sets the tone for a morning you won’t forget. This is more than just a broadcast—it’s your opportunity to participate in conversations that matter most to our community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today I play - would you rather? $BE or $MU? $GEV or Alpha Picks? Why $CIEN is an investment vs. a trade. Plus - if you listen to the podcast - you may hear just sales - but why it's so much more. Listeners are saying THANK YOU! Trendspider's Father's Day sale is now active with HUGE savings. CALL ME DADDY! Remember - any annual plan gets my 4 hour algorithm. The Seeking Alpha Summer sale continues with HUGE savings. Don't miss it - there are only 2 per year with discounts off what they normally provide. You'll have to wait until December to get the next one. SIGNAL STACK LINK
Inflation is so hot – the Fed is concerned. Fed Chair Warch makes his debut – markets boo'd. Another deal delaY. Chips and Dips – investors eating them up… And our guest – Frank Curzio – Curzio research… NEW! DOWNLOAD THE AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES Frank Curzio can be reached by email at frank@curzioresearch.com Frank Curzio is an equity analyst with close to three decades of experience covering small- and mid-cap stocks. Check out his newsletters. (Free trial subscriptions available) He has been the editor of several well respected newsletters with major companies as well on of the top performers with TheStreet.com where he significantly outperformed the markets during his tenure. He was also a research analyst for Jim Cramer. Frank is the host of Wall Street Unplugged. Frank has been a guest on various media outlets including Fox Business News, CNBC’s The Kudlow Report and CNBC’s The Call. He has also been mentioned numerous times on Jim Cramer’s™s Mad Money, is a featured guest on CNN Radio and has been quoted in financial magazines and websites. Before TheStreet.com, Frank was the editor of The FXC Newsletter and received one of the top rankings by Hulbert’s Financial Digest for risk-adjusted performance. Follow @frankcurzio Check this out and find out more at: http://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Follow @andrewhorowitz Looking for style diversification? More information on the TDI Managed Growth Strategy – HERE Stocks mentioned in this episode: (DGXX), (BE), (IONQ), (CEG), (SPCX), (NVDA), (MSFT), (WDC), (ORCL)
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Marshall Thompson from the legendary Chi-Lites will share his story with us. Before Marshall, Ira Tucker Jr. will step up. Ira was Stevie Wonder's former publicist; his dad was the lead singer of the famous gospel quartet the Dixie Hummingbirds, and his sister was a member of the Supremes. This week’s lineup is truly special, and Ira Tucker Jr., former publicist for Stevie Wonder, son of the lead singer of the iconic Dixie Hummingbirds, and brother of a member of the Supremes, will share his remarkable journey in music and beyond, bringing a unique, insider perspective on music, culture, and history. Before we hit the Music session, author Sheila Vance will draw a powerful connection between Juneteenth and the Revolutionary War, helping us understand our history in a deeper, more meaningful way. We’ll kick off the show with a review of the WDC primary results, then move into stories, insights, and conversations you won’t hear anywhere else.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lewis gets his first win for Ferrari! But what does this say about Charles Leclerc? And what does it mean for Mercedes? We answer these questions and more from the 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix. Can Lewis Hamilton really win his 8th WDC this year? And what are Ferrari's chances to win the constructor's? How did F1 screw up the ADUO extra development so badly? How much more can Alonso take? Who wins the Formula 1 World Cup? Why isn't Apple giving us more real-time driver data and radio messages? Is Max Verstappen about to sign a massive, massive new deal with Red Bull? Send us Fan MailAnd as always, thank you for listening to everybody's most beloved father and son F1 podcast!
Lewis Hamilton wins his first race at Ferrari and Brian and Matt break it all down. This week's Barcelona GP recap covers: Lewis's dominant win and what it means for his GOAT case Ferrari's surprisingly flawless strategy and positivity on the radio George Russell vs. Kimi Antonelli battle and who actually came out on top this weekend Kimi's DNF and what it did (and didn't) do for George's championship hopes Another weekend from hell for Charles Leclerc and whether he's losing his own team McLaren's no-show and why Piastri and Russell hate twitchy cars WDC standings update and Austrian GP predictions Get 20% Loop Earplugs with code REDFLAGS: https://us.loopearplugs.com/?country=US WORLD CUP X F1-INSPIRED MERCH: https://theredflagspod.com/collections/shop-all SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/TRFPod The Red Flags Podcast is part of Vox Media Chapters: 00:00 Intro Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:57 - LEWIS IS BACK! 13:36 - FERRARI STRATEGY IS GOOD?! 15:57 - WHO'S FERRARI'S #1 DRIVER? 30:56 - MERC BATTLE 34:41 - KIMI'S STILL IN CHARGE 40:48 - RACE AWARDS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gavin landed back in Australia just the day before recording, and he and Ken settle in for a full debrief on WDC 2026 in Athens. From the venues and the social activities to all four of Gavin's games and the top board, this one covers it all. Intro Ken sets up the episode – this one is going to be almost entirely about WDC 2026 Athens, because Gavin was there and has only just landed back in Australia (as at the time of recording) (15 secs) He notes the DBN coverage gave a strong account of the boards and Ed's player interviews, but plenty of the magic from Spyros Dovas and his organising team didn't make it to the stream (45 secs) Drinks are introduced: Ken is on one of his home-brew lagers with a kick, and Gavin is working through a leftover Sicilian Nero d'Avola that has turned a little sour – a fitting metaphor, he suggests, for how his first round went (1 min 45 secs) The tournament in aggregate Ken asks Gavin to give a broad overview – location, numbers, facilities, atmosphere (2 mins 45 secs) Around 106 players registered, though some didn't show due to last-minute issues. Approximately 5 Australian players couldn't attend because their original flights were routed through the Middle East (3 mins 30 secs) The geopolitical context: as of recording, the Middle East airspace situation was in week nine of its shutdown, forcing Australian travellers to reroute via Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Some also baulked at the US transit option due to the documentation requirements (4 mins 30 secs) Despite the drop-outs, the turnout was excellent and genuinely representative – a heavy European component split between the UK and the rest of Europe, a strong French contingent, players from the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Poland, and Norway, a good number of Americans and a couple of Canadians (including Chris Brand), around 10 Australians, and a couple of Kiwis (Dominick Stephens and Craig Purcell). The local Greek contingent, given the Athens club had only been running for about 18 months, was especially impressive (3 mins 30 secs) Tournament format: three regular rounds followed by a fourth round of tiered top boards. Rather than a single top board, the format featured seven simultaneous top boards – the top 7 players went to the premier board, players 8–14 played the second tier, 15–21 the third, and so on down through the field. Crucially, players who volunteered to sit out for round four to help with numbers kept their ranking position (7 mins) Ken and Gavin discuss how the tiered format means the fourth round is never a dead rubber – every board is still competing for something meaningful (8 mins 15 secs) Discussion of the central clock arrangement: effectively federation-based rather than a literal single clock, with the two main venues coordinating their start times by communication (9 mins 30 secs) The venues The main venue was the upstairs function space of a beachside restaurant operation – excellent location right on the waterfront, but somewhat cramped for negotiations once all the boards were in (9 mins 45 secs) As a result, boards were redistributed to the secondary venue: the Anchor bar, about 150–200 metres down the road. Gavin played two games in each location and considered the Anchor the better play space – more open, well ventilated, and with a large covered outdoor area next to a (drained) pool (11 mins) The colour-coded sash system made it easy to identify players by country but created the amusing challenge of locating your specific Italy in a room full of Italys from different boards (13 mins) The third venue – an outdoor shaded area – was reserved for the premier top board. Unlike Milan's car park, this one had good shade and plenty of room for spectators around the giant shadow board (13 mins 30 secs) Pre-tournament social activities Gavin outlines the structure: you could do as much or as little as you liked. He landed well due to a useful 5.5-hour Singapore layover that helped reset his body clock, and flew over on the same flight as tournament director Jamal Blakkarly (16 mins) They were met at Athens airport by Spyros, his wife, and daughter, who drove them to breakfast at a beautiful harbour-side restaurant in one of the small inlet bays east of Piraeus (18 mins 15 secs) Pre-tournament island stay: Gavin spent two days on Serifos, the island Spyros recommended and which has personal significance to his family (his grandfather was christened there). Spyros provided a detailed Google Map of the best spots. With the tourist season barely starting, Gavin got excellent last-minute accommodation at a family-run hotel and had the beaches almost entirely to himself (18 mins 45 secs) The island was so off-season that locals were literally still painting their furniture and kerbs in preparation. Gavin did the recommended hikes and swims, and the hotel gifted him a dry-bag left behind by a previous guest (20 mins 30 secs) Back in Athens overnight, Gavin caught up with a multinational squad of players including Shane, Brandon, Max, Zoe, Justin Law, Bradley Grace, and Karthik. They had dinner at an Italian restaurant with the Acropolis lit up above them (22 mins 30 secs) Hydra day trip (Wednesday): players caught the fast ferry from Piraeus out to Hydra (about 1.5 hrs). The island has a refined Venetian-Greek port feel, with rustic paths and rock beaches beyond. The group visited the Museum of the 1821 Greek Revolution, full of local history and artefacts. Gavin wore one of his Diplomacy shirts and ended up being an ambassador for the hobby to an American grandmother and her debate-champion granddaughter from North Carolina – and pointed them towards David Hood and the local hobby there (24 mins 15 secs) The water temperature at the beach was about 4–5 degrees colder than Australia, which meant the Europeans loved it and Gavin did not go in (26 mins 30 secs) Acropolis and Athens tour (Thursday): guided tour of the Acropolis by what Spyros described as the best guides operating there, followed by a walk through the Plaka and past the Panathenaic Stadium (venue of the first modern Olympics in 1896), then a seafood lunch at a beautiful harbourside restaurant (30 mins) Temple of Poseidon (Thursday evening): the most popular activity – the bus was packed. About halfway there, Spyros took everyone on an unannounced detour to a beach bar where they had the place to themselves, a wonderful surprise. The Temple itself sits on a peninsula with 270-degree sea views. Spyros told the story of how the Aegean got its name from that location, and a huge group photo was taken (31 mins 15 secs) Tournament production values Gavin describes the production as setting new high-water marks for tournament organisation – high enough that the Chicago 2027 organising team would be wondering how to match it. Every player had a colour-coded sash matching their country, a branded WDC Athens notepad in their country colour, and a matching pen for every round (33 mins) The awards were 3D-printed Greek god statues for the podium finishers, complemented by a full suite of themed awards for the top players in each country and for notable gameplay (34 min) Special awards included: the Ajax Award for 8th place overall (the brilliant fighter who just missed out); the Archimedes Award for the most innovative play; the Leonidas Award for the player who fought on against insurmountable odds; and professionally screen-printed awards for best performance as each of the seven Great Powers (35 mins 45 secs) Gavin's games Round 1 – France – Board: Agkystri (View game) Gavin introduces his first game and the board composition: he played France, with Danae Stamataki (Austria-Hungary, local Greek player who topped the board on 10 supply centres and won best Austria), Sabrina Ahuja "Sabi" as England, Brian Ecton as Germany, Jean-Louis Delattre as Italy, Teo Ananiadis as Russia, and Frank Oosterom from the Netherlands as Turkey (37 mins 15 secs) The plan was a Western Triple working with England and Germany, with the goal of neutralising a strong-looking Italy early. It didn't come together as intended (37 mins 45 secs) The infamous mis-order: Gavin had two builds and intended fleet Brest plus a second build. Instead he built fleet Brest and placed the build directly in MAO, effectively waiving his second build. The DBN commentators interpreted this as a genius strategic waive; Ken's interpretation was somewhat more grounded. Gavin confirms Ken was correct (39 mins) The other players on the board didn't share DBN's generous reading of the situation. Germany immediately moved into Burgundy and kept flipping between fronts as his position allowed. Italy kept pressing France throughout. Gavin found himself squeezed down to a single unit in the English Channel (40 mins 30 secs) Final turn plan: England agreed to convoy an army across to Picardy to support Gavin back into Brest. Instead, Sabi walked into an open Paris. Gavin ended the game with zero supply centres and was eliminated (42 mins 15 secs) Gavin notes he made his disappointment known professionally, and that he subsequently had a drink with Sabi – but not that night (44 mins 15 secs) Round 2 – England – Board: Lemnos Not covered by DBN. Gavin played England; the board included Dominick Stephens (New Zealand) as Germany, Chris Brand (Canada) as Russia, Ruben Sanchez as Italy, Roberto Perego (Italy) as France, Robert Schuppe as Turkey, and Anastasia "Nastja" Styles as Austria-Hungary (46 mins) The plan was a Northern Alliance of England, Germany, and Russia. It unravelled immediately when Chris opened Moscow to Livonia and Dominick interpreted it as aggressive – resulting in a Germany-Russia war from the outset (46 mins 15 secs) Gavin adapted: knowing Germany was occupied in the east, he gave Russia some space and opened into Belgium, with Dominick and Chris both honouring his request to take Norway unopposed via fleet (46 mins 45 secs) Dominick and Gavin worked to grind down Roberto Perego's France, who ground out a hard-fought game staying alive on 2 centres. Ruben Sanchez's Italy played a deft game, flipping between alliances with Turkey and Austria (49 mins 15 secs) Dominick topped the board on 10; Ruben came in at 9; Gavin finished at 7. The game was meant to run to 1909 but drew earlier when the position stabilised. Gavin reflects he may have drawn too early, with both Dominick and Ruben suggesting he had room to push for another two centres (50 mins) Round 3 – Germany – Board: Symi (View game) Gavin played Germany. The board included Shane Armstrong (Australia) as France, Mikalis Kamaritis as Italy, Alex Maslow (USA) as Russia, Steven Hogue (USA) as Austria, Alex Lebedev (Russia) as England, and Jack Johns as Turkey (51 mins 15 secs) The strategic context: only Mikalis Kamaritis and Alex Lebedev were realistically in contention for the top board from this game. Shane and Gavin identified this early and committed to supporting the player they believed deserved to be there (52 mins 45 secs) Shane and Gavin opened with a Sealion against England, while Gavin also walked a careful line with Alex Lebedev, who initially felt more threatened by France than Germany. Austria was eliminated in 1903, and England in 1904 (53 mins 45 secs) A notable moment: Gavin slipped an army from the North Sea into an unoccupied London – a move he acknowledged was unnecessary, created friction with Alex Lebedev, and which he would not make again. He apologised on the day (56 mins 15 secs) Mikalis told Gavin and Shane to wait until 1905 – and delivered. He launched from his eastern position, took two dots off Russia and one off Turkey in a single year, then steamrolled from there. Alex Maslow was a strong and enjoyable player who nearly flipped the alliance but ultimately couldn't (56 mins 15 secs) The game agreed to a draw of 10-10-14 (Shane-Gavin-Mikalis), which the three felt would get Mikalis comfortably onto the top board. In the final adjudication Mikalis took one extra dot away from Shane, making the final scores 15-10-9 (58 mins 15 secs) Round 4 – Austria – Board: Myconos (View game) Gavin made it onto the fourth round, placed into the 6th top board. The board featured Shane Armstrong again as Turkey, Emmett Wainwright as England, Patrick Jacobson as France, Nathan Lester as Germany, Cameron Taylor as Italy, and Richard Bolton as Russia (59 mins 30 secs) The standout introduction: Nathan Lester, son of Dan Lester (who Gavin played against at Bangkok WDC). Same voice, same playing style, same persuasive meta-game arguments – but with a mullet and dressed like he's in an 80s rock video, and without the beard-stroking (1 hr 0 mins 45 secs) Gavin and Shane, having just played together in Round 3, ended up as Austria and Turkey respectively – not a natural alliance. Gavin didn't trust it but it held. Italy and France both kept fighting hard throughout (59 mins 45 secs) The game drew in 1906, with Shane and Emmett both finishing on 8, Gavin on 6 as Austria. Everyone then rushed across the road to watch the top board (1 hr 3 mins 45 secs) The top board Ken asks about Mikalis's diplomatic style. Gavin: exceptional situational awareness, communicates clearly and directly, asked and answered the "what do you want from this game?" question in a way that built immediate trust, and was good to his word on timing (1 hr 4 mins) Gavin arrived at the top board mid-1906 (his own game had just drawn). The top board was played outdoors under a well-shaded tree with plenty of room for negotiations, guarded by two or three people ensuring other players and passing members of the public couldn't crowd the board (1 hr 5 mins) The giant shadow board: a massive life-size replica board was set up nearby so all spectators could follow the game without approaching the real board. Andrew Goff read out the orders and the shadow board was updated after each adjudication – the same setup used at Milan WDC (1 hr 7 mins 45 secs) When Gavin arrived, he felt Bradley Grace had the game. The shift came late – Mikalis made a decisive move in the endgame that separated him from a closely matched France/Germany contest (1 hr 9 mins) Congratulations to Mikalis Kamaritis – well deserved, Gavin says. And to Bradley Grace: so close, but it will happen (1 hr 9 mins) The awards ceremony included Mikalis receiving both the championship belt and a traditional olive laurel wreath – a detail that was not captured in the DBN stream. Ken flags this as something future broadcasts should consider covering (1 hr 11 mins 15 secs) A Best Shane Cubis Award was also created – won by a Greek player who loudly lobbied Spyros for an award on the basis of how much he'd helped out. An AI-generated image of Shane Cubis in 1901 attire featured on the award, to the complete bafflement of the European and American contingents (1 hr 12 mins 50 secs) Game hobby and future WDCs The Chicago Windy City Weasels delivered a presentation promoting WDC 2027, enthusiastically received by the assembled players (1 hr 13 mins 15 secs) The 2028 bid: Melbourne was the only bid, and it was unanimously approved. Andrew Goff (Goffy) presented it. WDC 2028 Melbourne will be held at the MCG – the Melbourne Cricket Ground – with the conference rooms used for regular play, and the premier top board played on the MCG wicket itself. The countdown timer will run on the MCG scoreboard. Notionally scheduled for the last weekend of February 2028 – the weekend after the Formula One Grand Prix and the weekend before the first AFL round (1 hr 14 mins 30 secs) For international context: roughly equivalent to playing at Yankee Stadium, Madison Square Garden, the Camp Nou, or Bayern Munich's Allianz Arena. English players will recognise the MCG as where English cricket hopes traditionally come to die (1 hr 15 mins 15 secs) Also at the game hobby: a unanimous vote to amend and modernise the WDC charter, which dates from around 2000–2001 and doesn't reflect current online play, email communication, or the organisational structures of the Asia-Pacific and European hobbies. Four representatives (from NADF, the Asia-Pacific Diplomacy Association, and the European and UK hobbies) will draft amendments to be presented at WDC 2027 Chicago, with ratification at WDC 2028 Melbourne (1 hr 18 mins) Wrap up Gavin acknowledges the full organising effort: approximately 10 people working behind the scenes alongside Spyros and Jamal to make everything run. The Greek hobby and Athens Diplomacy Club can be enormously proud (1 hr 20 mins 30 secs) The Armistice Party: held between rounds three and four in the venue near the pool area. A DJ with a custom app allowed all attending players to nominate up to 10 songs each, with the crowd then voting in real time from four options for what came next. Gavin describes it as stunningly well thought through (1 hr 22 mins) Ken summarises: meticulously planned, wonderful venue, brilliant location, great games, fantastic people. Gavin: you got it in one. Thank you to Spyros, Jamal, and everyone they played with (1 hr 23 mins) Addendum – recorded one week later Ken and Gavin explain the addendum: a few things were either forgotten or lost in the original recording, so they've caught up a week later to cover them (1 hr 25 mins 45 secs) The Cane Toad The Cane Toad tournament will not run in 2026 – Gavin has made the decision to rest it for the year and bring it back bigger and better in 2027 (1 hr 26 mins 30 secs) Reasons: Gavin no longer lives in Brisbane where the tournament has historically been based, and several attempts to get a local game going have been completely unsuccessful. He feels it would be unfair to interstate players to travel to Queensland only to play mostly other interstate players rather than a meaningful proportion of locals (1 hr 27 mins 30 secs) He also flags cost-of-living pressures and fuel costs as factors, noting that the fuel excise which had been removed is about to be reinstated (1 hr 28 mins 45 secs) Ken and Gavin have a brief riff on whether cane toads actually hibernate, and whether the tournament might one day move to a different Queensland location (1 hr 28 mins 45 secs) Gavin shares a long-held dream of running the Cane Toad on the beach under a sun-safe setup. Council regulations require public liability insurance – but the Asia Pacific Diplomacy Association is in the process of organising exactly that for tournament directors, which may open the door in future (1 hr 29 mins 15 secs) Tournament news The Sydney Cup is on the weekend of 4–5 July. Gavin would love to go but has used up his diplomacy credits between Greece and starting a new job – it'll have to stay in the bank for now (1 hr 30 mins 45 secs) A New Zealand tournament is being discussed for the week before WDC 2028 Melbourne (late February 2028). Three New Zealand players who attended WDC 2026 in Athens have flagged interest in hosting something, on the logic that if you're travelling all the way from Europe or the US, a short hop across the Tasman to New Zealand is well worth building into the itinerary (1 hr 32 mins) Ken enthusiastically endorses the idea and encourages anyone planning for WDC 2028 Melbourne to factor in a week in New Zealand beforehand (1 hr 33 mins 30 secs) Challenge for next episode Over his birthday lunch, Gavin's son surprised him with an accurate recall of his WDC result. This leads Gavin to issue a challenge for the next episode: both Ken and Gavin will do some homework and come back with three or four online diplomacy resources that people may not know about, to raise awareness of what the community has put together over the years (1 hr 34 mins 45 secs) Around the grounds VDiplomacy gets an introduction for any listeners who aren't familiar: a sibling platform to WebDiplomacy, it hosts classic games but is particularly known for its range of variants (1 hr 36 mins 30 secs) The Dionysus Reimagined game recap – the ancient Greece variant Ken and Gavin set up in the lead-up to WDC Athens. Ken soloed, eliminating Gavin in the final year. Gavin notes that technically his last dot was taken so late that his result registers as a survive rather than an elimination (1 hr 38 mins 45 secs) Gavin played Athens and found himself defending on all fronts from early on: Sparta (who built only armies and had nowhere to go but north), the Macedonians pressing from the north, Byzantium late in the game, and Rhodes. Ken played Byzantium and credits his early token luck as a key advantage, picking up all his bid supply centres including one he expected to bounce – giving him fleet dominance in the Aegean from the start (1 hr 40 mins) The bid mechanics are recapped for any listeners unfamiliar with the variant: each player has 4 tokens to bid on non-core supply centres; outbid or bounce and you don't get the build. Ken's fortunate opening bids gave him a decisive early position (1 hr 40 mins 30 secs) A practical tip for vDiplomacy players: always open the large map after adjudication. The small map can omit orders that didn't go through, making moves look different from what was actually played. Ken noted several instances in the Dionysus game where support orders that failed simply weren't visible on the small map (1 hr 45 mins 45 secs) Ken congratulates himself on the win and notes the ratings gap between the two has now closed to around 100 points (1 hr 47 mins 30 secs) New game announced: Gavin has set up a Pirates game titled Ahoy Mateys on vDiplomacy. Gunboat, 2-day 2-hour phase length. Ken explains the extra 2 hours: it gradually shifts the adjudication time back toward Australian time zones in games where everyone readies up early (1 hr 48 mins) Pirates variant overview: a 13-player variant set in the golden age of piracy in the Caribbean, created by Gavin in collaboration with Ollie (the vDiplomacy site administrator). The 13 players are broken into three factions (1 hr 51 mins 45 secs): Europeans – Spain, England, France, and Holland, who nominally control supply centres across the map but must capture them to make them count Pirates – five pirates, four historical (Montbas, Brasiliano, de la Cueva, and Johnson) and one fictitious: El Guapo, borrowed from the movie The Three Amigos Privateers – one per European power, operating as private navies with letters patent. They can attack anyone except their sponsoring power (and vice versa). The Dunkirkers serve Spain, Henry Morgan serves England, François Le Jones serves France, and the Rocherson serves Holland Unit rules: all units are fleets, but there are two types – Clippers (move up to two spaces, standard attack strength) and Frigates (move one space, attack at 1.5x strength). A single clipper cannot defend against an attacking frigate, but a clipper supported by another clipper can. Five marked spots on the board allow transformation between unit types (1 hr 57 mins 45 secs) Special rules: a voodoo witch's hut in Cuba allows a fleet on the north coast to teleport to the south coast and vice versa. And a 14th non-playing character – a Hurricane – spins up each storm season in a random sea territory, moves randomly in the fall turn, and destroys anything in its path with an effectively unstoppable attack strength, also resetting any supply centre it passes through to neutral (1 hr 59 mins) Ken commits to reading the full rules before play begins, notes Pirates has a genuine following on vDiplomacy with games regularly in progress, and suspects he may get slaughtered (2 hr 1 min 15 secs) Gavin and Ken wrap up the show (2 hr 2 mins 15 secs) Venue: At home Drinks for the interview: Ken: One of his home brews – a lager with a bit of a kick Gavin: A Baliamo Nero d'Avola from Sicily – opened two weeks prior, which he noted had become a little sour and bitter compared to its fresh opening, much like his first round at the tournament Just a reminder you can support the show by giving it 5 stars on iTunes or Stitcher. And don't forget if you want to help pay off the audio equipment… or get the guys more drunk, you can also donate at Patreon, plus you get extra podcast episodes! Lastly, don't forget to subscribe so you get the latest Diplomacy Games episodes straight to your phone. Thanks as always to Dr Dan aka "The General" for his rockin' intro tune.
Don’t miss a transformative conversation as acclaimed authors Dr. Joy DeGruy and attorney Enola Aird take over our classroom. Dr. DeGruy, renowned for her best-selling book "Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome," and attorney Aird, celebrated for her profound work in "Black Fathers in Contemporary American Society," will share powerful insights and discuss the compelling ‘Centering Healing’ documentary. Before their segment, hear from Chairman Fred Hampton as he reports on his latest legal challenges with the Chicago police department. Sister Euri will also preview this weekend's MAAFA commemoration in WDC. Starting us off, music historian Norman Richmond, will deepen our celebration of Black Music Month. This is your chance to engage with trailblazers shaping the conversation around issues that matter most to our community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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In der 21. Episode des Podcasts „20 Minuten Hessen" der Hessen Agentur sprechen Carolina Romahn, Geschäftsführerin World Design Capital, und Susanne Stöck, Leiterin der Geschäftsstelle Kreativwirtschaft, über einen besonderen Titel: Die Region FrankfurtRheinMain ist im Jahr 2026 „World Design Capital" – eine Auszeichnung, die gleichzeitig auch Ansporn ist.
Renowned Traditional and Naturopathic doctor Dr. A will be with us in the classroom. If you’re facing a health challenge or simply seeking guidance, Dr. A is your trusted resource, offering both conventional medical solutions and powerful holistic alternatives. Don’t let uncertainty hold you back—take this unique opportunity to get a second opinion or discuss your concerns with an expert who truly cares. But that’s not all! Before our enlightening session with Dr. A, be inspired by Detroit activist, Sushanna Shakur, and attorney Nkechi Taifa as they share a preview of an uplifting celebration for Assata Shakur, happening Saturday. Plus, WDC anti-crime champion Dyrell Muhammad will energize us with the latest updates on his tireless efforts to make our neighborhoods safer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SUMMARY DEL SHOW Futuros ligeramente en verde tras nuevos récords en $SPX y Nasdaq, con el mercado todavía montado en infraestructura AI, pero con el crudo alto y la geopolítica marcando el pulso. $MU lidera el rally por memoria para AI y contagia a $WDC, $STX y $SNDK, mientras fondos rotan desde software hacia semis según Goldman. $NVDA anuncia expansión grande en Taiwán con el campus Constellation y $IREN firma $1.6B con $DELL para Blackwell en Texas, reforzando que el ciclo de data centers sigue acelerando.
The markets look like they’re poised to rally – and rally strong! – as Kevin Warsh gets confirmed by the Senate as the new Chair of the Fed and Strait negotiations all but appear to be winding down, bringing oil prices down and setting up investors for a bullish summer. The shop talks new YouTube strategy (like, comment, subscribe!) and review’s the S&P’s new weekly action before diving into three semiconductor stocks worth watching at STM and NVTS, reviewing a few memory names worth remembering at VRAM and SNDK, and talking sunny outlooks in solar power at SEDG and ENPH. In this video for educational purposes only, Don Vandenbord, Ted Zhang, Connor Bates, & Todd Thomas host The Your Money Video Podcast + Live Trading and Watchlist Stocks to Study. Key Moments from the Show 0:00 – Opening Bell 01:30 – Trump Swears in Kevin Warsh as New Fed Chair 06:30 – Mailbag: REBAR – Revere Estimated Balance at Risk 16:00 – Let’s Talk S&P 26:00 – This Week in the Markets 27:30 – I Have The Power!… in Semiconductors – STM, ON, NVTS 33:00 – Memory Names to Remember – VRAM, SNDK, MU, WDC, STX 38:00 – Sunny Names in Solar Power – SEDG, ENPH The Your Money Radio Podcast covers general topics & investment ideas for Research. It is for Educational & Entertainment purposes ONLY and is NOT meant to be Investment Advice. If you want or need Investment Advice, contact your own advisors or reach out to Revere Asset Management for individual Investment Advice. For more information contact us. The post MEET YOUR NEW FED CHAIR – KEVIN WARSH’S HIGH-STAKES BATTLE AGAINST INFLATION | Your Money Podcast Ep. 592 appeared first on Revere Asset Management.
Renowned Griot and Scholar, Professor James Small, returns to enlighten our classroom. Professor Small will offer an inspiring and powerful exploration into the life and legacy of Malcolm X, just in time for his birthday on Tuesday. Before Professor Small takes the mic, be sure to catch WDC-based activist, humanitarian, and world traveler, Sinclair Skinner. Brother Sinclair will share exclusive insights into his upcoming trip to Zimbabwe, shed light on his impactful I Love Black People campaign, and provide the inside story on WDC Mayor Muriel Bowser’s headline-making moment at Howard University’s graduation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Renowned Griot Baba Lumumba returns to our classroom, bringing his unique wisdom and powerful insights from his council of elders at Umoja House in WDC. Baba Lumumba never fails to challenge our thinking with compelling topics that matter—and this time, he’ll reveal striking parallels between Nazi Germany and today’s political climate. That’s not all, Math Guru Akil Parker, whose engaging approach makes even complex subjects accessible, will join us. Plus, hear directly from Benton Harbor, Michigan’s courageous activist pastor, Ed Pickney, as he breaks down the real-world impact of the latest Supreme Court ruling on his community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
One of Wall Street's favorite hobbies is coming up with catchy nicknames for a group of stocks. Thanks to AI, we have a new one: The “AI 11”. Tyler, Matt, and Travis break down what's in the AI 11 basket, whether its better to invest in baskets or individual companies, the AI Bubble, the state of athletic wear, and listener questions. Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Travis Hoium discuss: - Who's part of the “AI 11” - What's better for investing in trends: single stocks or the basket approach? - The frothy valuations among the AI 11 - ON Holdings, Under Armour, and Addidas earnings. - What to watch in the athletic apparel industry - Mailbag: What to make of DKNG and FLUT with the threat of prediction markets? Companies discussed: SNDK, INTC, WDC, MU, SSLNF, AMD, MRVL, ASML, TSM, AVGO, MSFT, NVDA, AMZN, META, GOOG, NFLX, DELL, CSCO, ONON, NKE, DECK, ADDDF, LULU, UA, DKNG, FLUT, MGM, DIS, SPOT Host: Tyler Crowe Guests: Matt Frankel, Travis Hoium Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After five months (maybe more?) between episodes, Gavin and Ken are back – and with WDC 2026 Athens about to happen, what better time to get the tournament organiser, Spyros Dovas, on the show to talk about everything you can expect from rocking up to Greece this year. Intro Gavin and Ken kick off the show with cheers and reintroduce the podcast after a hiatus of over five months (0 mins 10 secs) Gavin explains the gap – his move away from Brisbane has made catching up with Ken less frequent, and a previously recorded episode went out of date before it could be released (1 min 30 secs) Gavin flags he's still searching for employment and shares his brief, unsuccessful foray into applying at Dan Murphy's – though he remains a loyal patron (3 mins) Ken notes that Gavin is heading to a certain upcoming tournament, and Gavin confirms he'll be attending WDC 2026 in Athens – flying via Singapore and living something closer to backpacker than five-star (4 mins 30 secs) Gavin talks about his travel plans, including the Athens itinerary, flying before the Middle East situation affected routes, and his fondness for Singapore's airport (6 mins) Gavin reflects that while he's been to Greece before, it's been about twenty years – and this time he'll be doing things differently (8 mins) Interview with Spyros Dovas – WDC 2026 Organiser Gavin introduces Spyros as the tournament organiser for WDC 2026 (as distinct from Tournament Director Jamal Blakkarly) and hands over to him (9 mins 30 secs) Spyros explains how the venue came to be chosen – rather than a downtown Athens hotel, his wife suggested the beachside suburb of Saronida, about half an hour from central Athens, which he knows well (10 mins 30 secs) Spyros describes the venue logistics: as registrations grew, he booked an auxiliary venue nearby so there's now capacity for even a very large crowd (13 mins) Gavin asks Spyros to make the pitch: why should people come to WDC 2026 in Greece? Spyros covers the competitive angle (previous world champions, strong contingents from the US, Australia, and across Europe), the community experience, the setting, the weather, and the pricing advantages of being just before peak tourist season (14 mins 30 secs) They discuss the FOMO build-up section on the official WDC website (17 mins 30 secs) Spyros outlines the pre-tournament activities organised for Wednesday and Thursday (18 mins 30 secs): Wednesday – a day trip to the island of Hydra, departing from Saronida to Piraeus and taking the fast boat across (approx. 1.5 hrs) Thursday – a guided tour of the Acropolis with what Spyros describes as the best guides operating there, followed by a walk through Plaka and the historic centre, lunch by the sea, and an evening trip to watch the sunset from the ruins of the Temple of Poseidon Gavin enthuses about the Hydra day trip and reflects on the island's significance to Greek identity, noting it's less well-known internationally than Santorini or Mykonos but stunning (23 mins) Gavin shares that he's already visited the Acropolis and Parthenon once before, about twenty years ago with his family, but is genuinely excited to experience it again with expert local guides (25 mins) They discuss accommodation in Saronida – Spyros notes a good range from five-star hotels to Airbnbs at reasonable prices for this time of year, though availability is diminishing and people should book soon. He offers to assist anyone having difficulty (27 mins) Gavin mentions the Athens neighbourhood guide Spyros has put together – a Google Map indicating where to stay, where to avoid, and the character of different areas – inspired by advice Spyros gave his own son who is now studying at Bocconi University in Milan (29 mins) Gavin asks whether anyone stands out as a favourite to win. Spyros diplomatically declines to name names, noting at least a dozen players who wouldn't surprise him as champion – which he says makes the tournament all the more exciting to watch (32 mins 30 secs) They discuss the tournament format: four rounds in total, with a Friday afternoon opening round (around 5pm, to accommodate European day-of-travel arrivals), two rounds on Saturday, and Sunday morning featuring a top board alongside competitive play for all remaining players (35 mins) Gavin asks about the name of Spyros's Athens Diplomacy club – "The Gift Bearers" – and its tagline "Beware of Greeks Bearing Gifts," which Spyros explains is a reference to Virgil's line about the Trojan War, chosen for its local resonance and edge. He also confirms there will be a welcome gift bag for all players at check-in (37 mins 30 secs) Gavin admits to attempting to read the Iliad in preparation and finding the going tough; Spyros explains that even modern Greeks find Homeric Greek fairly obscure, and discusses the remarkable linguistic density of ancient Greek compared to contemporary languages (40 mins) Spyros previews content he still plans to publish on the WDC website: a food guide covering local dishes people shouldn't miss and how to approach them, plus recommendations for experiencing authentic Greek nightlife and an Orthodox church service on Sunday morning (43 mins) They wrap up the interview with Spyros reassuring any hesitant attendees that Greece is safe, welcoming, English-friendly, and set up for international visitors (48 mins) Ken wraps up by expressing his jealousy and thanking Spyros (50 mins) Spyros signs off, noting the first round is exactly two months away from the recording date. If you want to attend WDC 2026 in Athens and haven't signed up yet, or want more info, go to https://athensdiplomacy.club/wdc2026/ (50 mins 30 secs) Post-interview chat Gavin and Ken return and reflect on the interview – particular enthusiasm for the Acropolis guided tour and the Hydra day trip (51 mins 30 secs) Gavin reveals a bonus travel tip: on arrival in Athens before the tournament, he'll be visiting the island that Spyros's family originally came from – a recommendation straight from Spyros himself with full insider knowledge of where to go (53 mins) Ken shares a reflection on visiting Venice as a teenager and then studying the Italian Renaissance in Year 12, noting how historical knowledge transforms the experience of being in a place – relevant for anyone heading to Athens (55 mins 30 secs) They confirm the tournament details: four rounds, Friday to Sunday (22–24 May), with a top board on Sunday. Gavin checks in on the 21st (57 mins) Around the grounds Ken mentions he's been quietly plugging away at a couple of online gunboat games, with mixed fortunes (58 mins 30 secs) Ken floats the idea of setting up a game of the vDiplomacy Greek Diplomacy variant – winner of the World Variant Design Contest in 2010 – to coincide with WDC Athens. Gavin enthusiastically signs up - This game has since begun and you can view it at (59 mins 30 secs) Gavin gives an update on his Europa Renovatio game (a 36-player variant set in pre-fall-of-Constantinople Europe) – he was positioned for a potential solo before getting dogpiled, and is now manoeuvring to encourage a draw - This has since finished in a draw with Gavin now able to reveal he was playing as the Teutonic Order (1 hr 1 min) Ken provides an overview of Europa Renovatio for listeners who haven't played it, and the two discuss a potential improvement: adding sea lanes across the Sahara to fix the unrealistic around-Africa single-move connection (1 hr 5 mins) Gavin asks whether Ken will bring a recorder to WDC – answer: depends on whether everything fits under the 7kg carry-on limit (1 hr 9 mins) Gavin shares his excitement after scanning the WDC 2026 player list – strong contingents from Australia, France, Greece, the UK, and the US, plus many familiar names from the online scene. Tempers expectations about his own chances of making the top board (1 hr 10 mins 30 secs) The guys wrap up the show (1 hr 12 mins) Venue: At home Drinks for the interview: Oops – we forgot to mention what our drinks were and we don't remember, although Ken definitely had one of his homebrews. Just a reminder you can support the show by giving it 5 stars on iTunes or Stitcher. And don't forget if you want to help pay off the audio equipment… or get the guys more drunk, you can also donate at Patreon, plus you get extra podcast episodes! Lastly, don't forget to subscribe so you get the latest Diplomacy Games episodes straight to your phone. Thanks as always to Dr Dan aka "The General" for his rockin' intro tune.
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On this Daily Editorial, we're joined by Joel Elconin, co-host of the PreMarket Prep show and founder of the Stock Trader Network. With major tech players like Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Meta reporting this week, the conversation centers around the unprecedented earnings growth and massive investments in AI infrastructure. Is the market overreacting to capital expenditures, or is there a longer-term play here? We dive into the shift between software and hardware stocks and the broader implications for the economy as companies continue to bet big on the AI revolution. Key Discussion Points Big Tech Earnings Explosion: Analyzing the double-digit percentage revenue and earnings growth from the week's major reports. AI Infrastructure vs. Software: Exploring the market's reaction to high capital expenditures and the emerging divide between hardware and software performance. Diversity and Resilience: A look at how diversified tech giants like Google and Amazon are faring compared to more focused players like Meta. The Long-Term AI Bet: Discussing the risks of overcapacity and the potential for AI to create a lasting competitive moat for early adopters. Market Outlook Beyond Tech: Examining current trends in heavy equipment, crude oil's impact on transport stocks, and the latest from the Fed. Stocks Mentioned: MSFT, GOOGL, AMZN, META, NVDA, MU, WDC, CAT, DE, RCL Click here to visit Joel's PreMarket Prep website - https://www.premarketprep.com/ Click here to visit the Stock Trader Network - https://www.stocktradernetwork.com/ --------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
SUMMARY DEL SHOW Futuros casi planos. El mercado está en modo no te adelantes antes de dos catalíticos enormes. Hoy reportan $GOOG, $META, $MSFT y $AMZN. Mañana decide la Fed y el foco es el tono. La geopolítica sigue abierta. Irán sigue siendo el riesgo de fondo y cualquier movimiento en petróleo puede cambiar el humor rápido. $STX sorprende con Q3 y guía muy arriba, impulsando $WDC, $SNDK y $MU. $LLY llega a earnings con el foco en Foundayo y en señales de adopción, además del riesgo de genéricos en mercados como India.
We discuss red-hot memory stocks, the Mag 7 rebound, and some other interesting areas. (1:00) - What Is Behind The Recent Surge In Memory Stocks? (4:45) - How Will Google's New Approach Impact The Industry? (6:40) - Roundhill Memory ETF: DRAM (10:00) - Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF: MAGS (15:25) - Roundhill Meme Stock ETF: MEME (19:40) - What Themes Should Investors Be Watching Right Now? (22:30) - Episode Roundup: SNDK, MU, STX, WDC, CAR, BIRD, XDIV Podcast@Zacks.com
“Send us a Hey Now!”We are nearly through the F1 spring break and this week we do another entry in our Vale's tales series of looking at historical drivers.This time it's the tragic tale of Jochen Rindt, the only world champion to not live to see the moment they secured the WDC.Episode running order as always is...1) News & SocialAll the best bits from both the sports news out there as well as what caught our eye on the various social channels2) Brian's Video Vault https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wt7LbWWSYpI. Events That Only Happened Once In F1 History. Formula 1 channel. 9 mins. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLOfuVpg2fk. How well does Martin Brundle know Martin Brundle?
We review top Data Center Memory-Chip Stocks, their amazing YTD performance, and a brand-new Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) in that space, DRAM. We also introduce you to Optoelectronics and some top investment picks there from Barron's Magazine. We finish up with up-and-coming Nextgen Dividend Aristocrat Plays for Investment Income.
Englisch Every two years, the World Design Organization (WDO)® awards the title of World Design Capital® (WDC) to a city or region. For 2026, Frankfurt RheinMain has received this honour! We are asking ourselves: What can design contribute – to society, to how we live together and to democracy? The 2026 programme aims to explore this question through a wide range of projects. To do so, WDC 2026 is working in partnership with many individuals, initiatives, companies, universities, research institutes and cultural institutions. With the discourse format, WDC 2026 aims to explore the connection between design and society: Here, experts show what role design can play in various areas of society – for example mobility, education and industry. In addition to the WDCast, the WDC discourse newsletter also invites you to delve deeper into the topics of WDC 2026. World Design Capital® (WDC) is an initiative of the World Design Organization (WDO)® in recognition of cities that use design to drive economic, social, cultural, and environmental progress. WDO is a globally recognized, non-governmental organization with United Nations consultative status, dedicated to promoting and advancing industrial design as a catalyst for positive change. Since its founding in 1957, WDO services over 215 member organizations worldwide, reaching hundreds of thousands of designers through innovative programmes and initiatives that champion 'design for a better world‘. Deutsch Alle 2 Jahre vergibt die World Design Organization (WDO)® den Titel World Design Capital® (WDC) an eine Stadt oder eine Region. Für 2026 hat Frankfurt RheinMain die Auszeichnung erhalten! Deshalb steht in der Region die Frage im Mittelpunkt: Was kann Design leisten – für die Gesellschaft, für unser Miteinander, für die Demokratie? Das WDC-Programm für 2026 soll mit vielen Projekten Antworten auf diese Frage anbieten. Dafür kooperiert die WDC 2026 mit zahlreichen Menschen, Initiativen, Unternehmen, Hochschulen, wissenschaftlichen Institutionen und Kulturinstitutionen. Mit dem Diskurs-Format möchte WDC 2026 den Zusammenhang zwischen Design und Gesellschaft erforschen: Hier zeigen Expert:innen, welche Rolle Gestaltung in verschiedenen Bereichen der Gesellschaft spielen kann – zum Beispiel Mobilität, Bildung und Industrie. Neben dem WDCast lädt auch der Diskurs-Newsletter dazu ein, tiefer in die Themen von WDC 2026 einzutauchen. Die World Design Capital® (WDC) ist eine Initiative der World Design Organization (WDO)® zur Anerkennung von Städten, die Design als Motor für wirtschaftlichen, sozialen, kulturellen und ökologischen Fortschritt nutzen. Die WDO ist eine weltweit anerkannte, nichtstaatliche Organisation mit beratendem Status bei den Vereinten Nationen. Sie setzt sich dafür ein, das Industriedesign als Treiber positiven Wandels zu fördern und weiterzuentwickeln. Seit ihrer Gründung im Jahr 1957 betreut die WDO über 215 Mitgliedsorganisationen weltweit und erreicht hunderttausende Designer:innen durch innovative Programme und Initiativen, die sich für „Design für eine bessere Welt“ einsetzen.
Marley Kayden breaks down falling consumer sentiment and a cooling labor market as the latest JOLTS data shows a low‑hire, low‑fire backdrop. Sam Vadas looks at pressure across semiconductors, recent moves in WDC, STX, and MU, and what upcoming data could signal about stagflation, while META and ORCL continue restructuring around AI.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
Stopped for gas lately? Oil prices have skyrocketed since last week’s episode thanks to the war in Iran and a certain Strait of Hormuz that you might’ve seen making waves (pun intended) in the markets as cargo freezes and sea mines are deployed. The shop reveals the secret to riding the markets up and how media influence can drive the dollar before diving into a few names in the Memory sector worth watching like SNDK and WDC and a few key datacenter names at FSLY and NET. In this video for educational purposes only, Dan Stewart, Don Vandenbord, Ted Zhang, Connor Bates, & Todd Thomas host The Your Money Video Podcast + Live Trading and Watchlist Stocks to Study. Key Moments from the Show 0:00 – Opening Bell 08:00 – Mailbag: Dictating Our Exposure to the Index 15:00 – This Week in the Markets 25:00 – Mailbag: Positive Impacts on Trading Journeys 30:00 – Fundamental Dollar Influence across Media Impact 37:30 – 4x Memory Names – SNDK, MU, WDC, STX 44:00 – 3x Datacenter Names – FSLY, NET, AKAM The Your Money Radio Podcast covers general topics & investment ideas for Research. It is for Educational & Entertainment purposes ONLY and is NOT meant to be Investment Advice. If you want or need Investment Advice, contact your own advisors or reach out to Revere Asset Management for individual Investment Advice. For more information contact us. The post STRAIT CHAOS – OIL SPIKES AS WAR MARKETS MOVE | Your Money Podcast Ep. 582 appeared first on Revere Asset Management.
The work we produce gets all the attention.But the real question is: what's happening behind the scenes that makes that work possible?In this episode of The Handbook, Harv sits down with creative operations expert Nicky Russell, co-founder of WDC, We Deliver Change, and chair of the Creative Operations Summit in London. Together they explore the discipline of creative ops – the systems, culture, and leadership required to help creative teams do their best work. What starts as a conversation about creative teams quickly expands into something bigger: how operations leaders create the environment where great work can actually happen.Here's what we dive into:What creative operations actually is – and why it's becoming a strategic role inside agencies, brands, and consultanciesWhy ops is fundamentally about culture – not just processes, workflows, and systemsWhy happiness and psychological safety matter more than most leaders realise when it comes to producing great workHow creative ops and business ops are converging as technology and AI reshape how work gets doneHow learning to speak the language of different stakeholders is often the key to unlocking real influence.Whether you work in a creative environment or not, the themes in this conversation will resonate with any ops leader trying to build a healthier, more effective organisation.Additional Resources:
(sponsored) Frankfurt und die Rhein-Main-Region sind 2026 „World Design Capital“. Ein Besuch im WDC-Headquarter. Wie bespielt man mit Design den öffentlichen Raum? Wie stärkt Design den Diskurs und fördert Demokratie? Im Jahr 2026 ist Frankfurt-RheinMain World Design Capital: die Design-Hauptstadt der Welt. Kai Rosenstein, Chief Experience Officer beim WDC 2026, erklärt das Konzept und gibt einen Überblick über 2000 Veranstaltungen und über 450 Projektpartner. Das Programm wird laufend erweitert. Einen genauen Überblick gibt es hier: https://wdc2026.org/de * Das Projekt „Schattengrün für Schulhöfe“, von dem Kai Rosenstein ab Minute 18:00 erzählt, wird in einer veränderten Form realisiert. Weitere Informationen gibt es hier: https://wdc2026.org/de/frames/schattengruen-community-fuer-fassadenbegruenung Das ist eine gesponserte Episode. Sie ist entstanden im Auftrag von World Design Capital 2026. Durch die Folge führt Frank Dahlmann von brand eins. Umsetzung: Frank Dahlmann/brand eins ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/world-design-capital-2026-frankfurt-rheinmain
Absolutely the BEST podcast I have done if you're looking for a pre earnings analysis of $NVDA or a post earnings analysis of $MSFT or $AMZN. Absolute buy zones identified through Sidekick and spot on stock analysis of the memory names and Cybersecurity names. The longer live Youtube version has my entire process of getting ready for the podcast too. Click Here for the longer LIVE YouTube versionGet my FREE newsletter or sign up for the paid version with benefits like the Office Hours and tracking the portfolios in Savvy Trader https://dailystockpick.substack.com/THESE SALES END SOON: TRENDSPIDER $9 2 week trial WEEKEND SALE - get any annual plan and I'll send you my 4 hour algorithm. Seeking Alpha's Tool kit *BEST DEAL - SEEKING ALPHA BUNDLE - Save over $150 and get Premium and Alpha Picks together ALPHA PICKS - Want to Beat the S&P? Save $75 Seeking Alpha Premium - FREE 7 DAY TRIAL and 15% OFFSEEKING ALPHA PRO - TRY IT FOR A MONTH FOR ONLY $89 EPISODE SUMMARY
What's the stock of the year for me and why? What does Sidekick think of the $APP pop? What does it think of $OPEN and why memory is now the Bitcoin and metals trade. Get my FREE newsletter or sign up for the paid version with benefits like the Office Hours and tracking the portfolios in Savvy Trader https://dailystockpick.substack.com/THESE SALES END SOON: TRENDSPIDER $9 2 week trial WEEKEND SALE - get any annual plan and I'll send you my 4 hour algorithm. Seeking Alpha's Tool kit *BEST DEAL - SEEKING ALPHA BUNDLE - Save over $150 and get Premium and Alpha Picks together ALPHA PICKS - Want to Beat the S&P? Save $75 Seeking Alpha Premium - FREE 7 DAY TRIAL and 15% OFFSEEKING ALPHA PRO - TRY IT FOR A MONTH FOR ONLY $89 EPISODE SUMMARY✅ February Watch List: 8 names, 1 loser, ~5.75% in 3 weeks, including a +30% mover I bought, added to, and sold higher, plus a Top 2026 stock already up 6%.
Are you sinking or swimming? The shop digs into Friday’s Supreme Court’s ruling on Trump’s Tariff action (and why it likely won’t stick for long) alongside our sink-or-swim sell rules before diving into big action at SNDK and WDC and a few key setup names at COPX and SCCX. In this video for educational purposes only, Dan Stewart, Don Vandenbord, Ted Zhang, & Connor Bates host The Your Money Video Podcast + Live Trading and Watchlist Stocks to Study. Key Moments from the Show 0:00 – Opening Bell 01:00 – Mailbag: Are You Sinking or Swimming? 05:30 – This Week in the Markets 06:45 – Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs 12:00 – Floating, Drowning, & Treading Water 22:00 – When to Start Hedging ETFs 25:30 – Fab Four Leaders – SNDK, MU, WDC, STX 31:00 – Big Setup Names – COPX, SCCX The Your Money Radio Podcast covers general topics & investment ideas for Research. It is for Educational & Entertainment purposes ONLY and is NOT meant to be Investment Advice. If you want or need Investment Advice, contact your own advisors or reach out to Revere Asset Management for individual Investment Advice. For more information contact us. The post TARIFFS OVER! TRUMP REELING FOLLOWING SUPREME COURT ACTION | Your Money Podcast Ep. 579 appeared first on Revere Asset Management.
Market Sentiment - what is it? How can you measure it? This is why good stocks get taken down and present a great "buy the dip", but when should you buy? Get my FREE newsletter or sign up for the paid version with benefits like the Office Hours and tracking the portfolios in Savvy Trader https://dailystockpick.substack.com/THESE SALES END SOON: TRENDSPIDER $9 2 week trial WEEKEND SALE - get any annual plan and I'll send you my 4 hour algorithm. Seeking Alpha's Tool kit *BEST DEAL - SEEKING ALPHA BUNDLE - Save over $150 and get Premium and Alpha Picks together ALPHA PICKS - Want to Beat the S&P? Save $75 Seeking Alpha Premium - FREE 7 DAY TRIAL and 15% OFFSEEKING ALPHA PRO - TRY IT FOR A MONTH FOR ONLY $89 EPISODE SUMMARY
In this week's episode, Zoe and Hannah are sharing their predictions for the 2026 F1 season. They reveal who they think will finish top 3 in the WDC, who will finish last, who will win each teammate battle, and SO much more!
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Western Digital (WDC) spun off SanDisk (SNDK) in early 2025. Since then, the stock has been a rocket ship to new all-time highs. George Tsilis deep dives into what makes WDC special in the memory space and what AI CapEx spending means for growth in that space. Later, George looks at the technical backdrop on the charts and points to key indicators to watch for WDC.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
Here I show you how I find stocks. This is a great episode SPONSORED BY SEEKING ALPHA Get my FREE newsletter or sign up for the paid version with benefits like the Office Hours and tracking the portfolios in Savvy Trader https://dailystockpick.substack.com/THESE SALES END SOON: TRENDSPIDER SALE - get any annual plan and I'll send you my 4 hour algorithm. Seeking Alpha's "VALENTINES DAY SALE"SEEKING ALPHA BUNDLE - Save over $150 and get Premium and Alpha Picks together ALPHA PICKS - Want to Beat the S&P? Save $75 Seeking Alpha Premium - FREE 7 DAY TRIAL and 15% OFFSEEKING ALPHA PRO - TRY IT FOR A MONTH FOR ONLY $89 EPISODE SUMMARY
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Are you looking to save time, make money, and start winning with less risk? Then head to https://www.ovtlyr.com.Here's how we plan to DOMINATE the US Investing Championship for 20261. You can see our step by step trading plan developed by a team of over 20 quants for FREE by clicking here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ObJTWbt6pcxCtMCjw8Cutz_bjHnXvzEAcuA724668-M/edit?usp=sharing2. You can follow along with EVERY SINGLE TRADE Taken in the US Investing Championship here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_a-Oi7vdCtaC-fpusF1VtRp87vLuxZH3tgXUxms5DW4/edit?usp=sharingIf you own SLV, GLD, SOFI, SNDK, MU, SPY, MSFT, AAPL, WDC, or HOOD — this is a must-watch breakdown for active investors and options traders.Silver and gold have been making aggressive moves. Tech remains volatile. Financials are reacting to rate expectations. AI names are consolidating. Meanwhile, the broader market is flashing signals that most retail investors are completely ignoring.In this video, a professional investor competing in the 2026 US Investing Championship breaks down:Silver (SLV) and Gold (GLD) momentum and whether this is a sustainable breakout or a late-stage blowoffSoFi (SOFI) and Robinhood (HOOD) — are retail trading platforms setting up for continuation or exhaustion?Micron (MU), Western Digital (WDC), and SanDisk (SNDK) — semiconductor and storage names reacting to AI demand and macro pressuresMicrosoft (MSFT) and Apple (AAPL) — mega-cap leadership vs. rotation riskSPY — key market structure levels, trend strength, and whether breadth confirms the moveThis analysis focuses on trend following, risk management, relative strength, and technical confirmation — not predictions or emotional narratives. The goal is to help investors avoid common mistakes like chasing parabolic moves, trading earnings blindly, or ignoring liquidity and volatility risk.Topics covered include:Market structure and sector rotationTechnical analysis using moving averages and momentumOptions trading considerations and volatility riskLiquidity and bid-ask spread awarenessRisk management principles for swing tradersWhy confirmation matters more than forecastingIf you are managing a portfolio, trading options, or simply trying to protect gains in stocks like SLV, GLD, SOFI, MU, MSFT, AAPL, SPY, HOOD, WDC, or SNDK — this breakdown will give you a structured framework to evaluate your next move.Every trade discussed is analyzed through a disciplined, data-driven process designed to cut losers short and let winners run. No hype. No guessing. Just structured decision-making.Subscribe for professional-level stock market analysis, active trading education, and real-time portfolio transparency.NO INVESTMENT ADVICE. The information available through the Service is for general informational purposes only and references to specific securities, investment programs or funds are only for illustrative or educational purposes. No portion of the Service is a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer by OVTLYR or any third-party service provider to buy or sell any securities or financial instruments. You should not construe any such information or other material on the Service as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. OVTLYR is not a fiduciary by virtue of any person's use of the Service. You alone assume the sole responsibility for evaluating the merits and risks associated with your use of any information on the Service. Nothing herein constitutes an offer or a solicitation of the purchase or sale of any security to any person in any jurisdiction in which such an offer or solicitation is not authorized. All purchases and sales of securities must and are to be made through a registered securities broker or dealer of your choosing with whom you have a contractual relationship and have agreed to accept such broker's or dealer's terms and conditions.
START YOUR ENGINES because season 5 is here, y'all!!! Consider this your friendly little plunge into what's ahead for 2026. We discuss resolutions, being perfectionists, failing at being a pyromaniac, being absolutely obsessed with Heated Rivalry (DUH), thoughts on the 2025 WDC, motorsport news, already blowing it on the screentime front, hopes and dreams for this season including Mick's big IndyCar debut, Isack's trajectory in the 2nd Red Bull seat, and ways we can actually hang out IRL? You know us, always yapping. It's been a few, but we missed yaaa!Oscar Piastri's Google Pixel Commercial@GirlsJustWanna_F1 on Insta@GirlsJustWannaF1 on TikTok@GirlsWannaF1Pod on TwitterGirlsJustWannaF1@gmail.comAll the LinksThanks for listening!
We give you some top investment picks right now to kick off your investing year 2026 including top Data Center Stocks and ETFs, Top Defense and Aerospace Stocks and ETFs, and Top Data Center and Storage Stocks and ETFs. We also review the surprising leading sectors of the S&P 500 to start the year.
Our first program of 2026 features Growth Stock picks, including some "out of the box" Data Center plays, and high-quality Value Stock picks. We also cover the newly announced contribution limits for your 2026 401k, Roth and Traditional IRAs.
In this week's episode, Zoe and Hannah recap the 2025 Abu Dhabi GP. They discuss Lando Norris being crowned WDC, Max Verstappen's impressive comeback, Yuki Tsunoda's farewell, the grid dinner, and so much more.
Your sleep-deprived hosts, Mark Dailey and Mark Hamilton, sit down to discuss the outcome of the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and to celebrate this year's WDC. Hit that subscribe button and tune in for the full, unfiltered breakdown! You don't wanna miss this!
“Send us a Hey Now!”We went racing for the final time this season with the WDC on the line at the Abu Dhabi GP.It might have been a more intriguing/anxious race rather than exciting but still kept us interested until the very end.We'll review the race as well as the crowning of this years Champion.The flow will be...1) News & SocialAll the best bits from both the sports news out there as well as what caught our eye on the various social channels2) Brian's Video Vault https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_kToRyvDTM. Alex Albon drives Karun Chandhok to the Qatar GP! Sky Sports F1. 4 mins. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqZI2TR766o. Double stacks, difficult starts and more | 2025 Qatar GP F1 Akkodis Race Debrief. Mercedes channel. 11 mins. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjjQI9W5JkY&t=178s&pp=0gcJCSIKAYcqIYzv. Following Max Verstappen's Race Day Like NEVER BEFORE | Behind The Charge. Oracle Red Bull Racing. 10 mins.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYaESNIPNME. Isack Hadjar and Liam Lawson play GeoGuessr BLINDFOLDED. Visa Cash App RB channel. 7 mins. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACATkaiQHtE F1 2025 finale promo (Canal+). French TV teaser trailer for this weekend done in a Star Wars theme. 1 min of TV genius3) Abu Dhabi GP ReviewPractice, Qualy, and the RaceKing of the Pits vs The PitsPitlane PaulCasino Games updateFinal WDC & WCC updatesRob vs Brian final season resultSupport the showWe would love you to join our Discord server so use this invite link to join us https://discord.gg/XCyemDdzGB To sign up to our newsletter then follow this link https://dirty-side-digest.beehiiv.com/subscribeIf you would like to sign up for the 100 Seconds of DRS then drop us an email stating your time zone to dirtysideofthetrack@gmail.comAlso please like, follow, and share our content on Threads, X, BlueSky, Facebook, & Instagram, links to which can be found on our website.One last call to arms is that if you do listen along and like us then first of all thanks, but secondly could we ask that you leave a review and a 5 star rating - please & thanks!If you would like to help the Dirty Side promote the show then we are now on Buy me a coffee where 100% of anything we get will get pumped into advertising the show https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dirtysideofthetrackDirty Side of the Track is hosted on Buzzsprout https://www.buzzsprout.com/
Join us this Monday morning for an insightful discussion led by Morgan State University professor Ray Winbush! Dr. Winbush will delve into the serious implications of Trump's threats to invade Nigeria and Venezuela, as well as reflect on the significant historical milestone of the 70th anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Before Dr. Winbush’s analysis, we’ll hear from WDC activist and humanitarian Sinclair Skinner, who will share details about his upcoming trips to Mauritius, Zimbabwe, and South Africa. Brother Sinclair will also offer his perspective on the competitive race to succeed Muriel Bowser as DC’s next mayor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WHAT. A. RACE. Lando takes a controlling lead over the WDC. Max finishes P3 from the pitlane. Kimi & Liam put up epic defences. & Ferrari.... well Ferrari was there. This episode recaps our most exciting race of the season yet!Follow us on Instagram @tracktalk.pod we love you all
In this week's episode, Zoe and Hannah recap the 2025 Mexican GP. They discuss Lando's impressive win, Oscar's struggles, Ollie's P4 finish, and George's hilarious radios. They also chat about some excellent F1 content that came out last week, George spending time in the Mexican GP crowd, and the very tight WDC fight.
Mark Dailey and Mark Hamilton sit down to discuss an incredibly frustrating Mexican Grand Prix from Mexico City where Lando Norris officially took the lead in the WDC with a fantastic and complete weekend. Hit that subscribe button and tune in for the full, unfiltered breakdown! You don't wanna miss this!
Mark Dailey and Mark Hamilton sit down to discuss the US Grand Prix where max was not just magnificent but perfect. Oscar Piastri's lead in the WDC continues to erode as both Max and Lando Norris chip away at his current advantage. Hit that subscribe button and tune in for the full, unfiltered breakdown! You don't wanna miss this!
In this week's episode, Zoe and Hannah dive into what's been going on in the world of F1. They discuss Carlos and Charles' impromptu road trip and Max's GT3 weekend over the weekend. They also chat about Max's WDC chances, which F1 driver would be the best on DWTS, and who will be listening to Taylor Swift's album when it drops on Friday. Also, we're sending lots of love to Lewis and Roscoe!* Apologies if Zoe's mic sounds a little quieter than Hannah's — it will be fixed next week!