Podcasts about West Wing

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: When attacked, should the U.S. respond proportionally or overwhelmingly? As tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate, Michael examines one of the oldest and most consequential questions in foreign policy: when America is attacked, should it strike back in kind or with overwhelming force? Drawing on recent developments in the Gulf, President Trump's response strategy, a memorable scene from The West Wing, and a provocative Wall Street Journal editorial, Michael explores the competing arguments for restraint and escalation. Listen here, then vote. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As Neo-Nazis pour over Bar Habor's Zillow offerings, we also talk about the state of futbol in the USA, a notable anniversary in Omaha, a history of ballot harvesting in California, Trump's "West Wing" post, and more!

We don't usually have repeat guests on this podcast… except we're making an exception for the wonderful and wise Alan Alda. Alan Alda, of course, is an award-winning actor, writer, director, and podcast host. You probably know and love him as Hawkeye on M*A*S*H or Senator Arnie Vinick on The West Wing. He is endlessly curious on just about every topic—which makes him the perfect person to talk to about empathy, learning across differences (and disagreement), and how we might age into new hobbies and careers.  In this conversation, Alan and Kate discuss:   Tricks for staying curious as we age How to talk to someone you disagree with How Alan hopes to destigmatize Parkinson's Disease The difference between empathy and compassion and how to practice these important skills This episode originally aired March 2024.

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That's right. Or left, should we say. We're going back to our roots to deep dive on another show that has long since left the air but will never leave our hearts. The West Wing. The most beloved political procedural of all times. Hop back in and watch it again or relish in your memories of the show and just soak it in. It's a show so nice Amanda has watched it twice and a show so great that Maggie is watching it late. IYKYK.  Make sure to subscribe for our weekly recaps of The West Wing and please leave a review. It helps the algortihm feed this show up to all the people who NEED to hear and see it and more importantly, it feeds our egos. And for that, we thank you!   

Alan and Executive Producer Graham Chedd look ahead to season 34. Episodes include one of Alan's favorite topics – humor, and its power to connect; finding joy in unexpected places; why telling stories makes for better doctors; and how Alan's character in The West Wing, Arnie Vinick, came to be. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on The Gay Mix, Daniel gave us a full tour of his new AI assistant Sebastian — and honestly, we're not sure who's more excited about it, Daniel or Sebastian himself. From automatically capturing podcast topic ideas the moment they pop into Daniel's head (fig tree, anyone?) to reading transcripts and prepping show notes, Sebastian has already embedded himself deep into the Mix Minus workflow. And if Daniel's after-show automation plans pan out, Sebastian might soon be editing, posting episodes to WordPress, and doing everything short of fetching Daniel a drink. Adam — who admitted he couldn't even get the previous assistant set up — watched all of this unfold with the look of a man who knows his own tax refund check might be fake but can't be bothered to verify it. Speaking of which: Adam received a mystery $195.62 IRS check that he definitely wasn't expecting. We walked him through how to verify it, but honestly, we just hope it clears.Adam spent his Memorial Day weekend the way all proud gay men do: wrestling garden hoses and planting 60 vincas — or periwinkles, depending on which nursery you ask. What followed was a surprisingly heated botanical debate, with Sebastian himself weighing in (via Daniel) to fact-check the whole vinca-versus-periwinkle controversy. Michael in San Diego posted photos in the chat room that only deepened the mystery. Meanwhile, Daniel played us a clip from "Josh and Mama," a mother-son cooking YouTube channel with Southern accents so thick they circled back around to suspicious. Adam thought they were authentic; Daniel and Auntie Scott cried foul. Either way, the kitchen was a mess, the pans had black spots, and as Daniel put it: "as fake as they might be, everything else is tragically real." Kathy Bacon checked in via text message to vent about streaming services advertising for each other, Cathy Marshall kept the chat room lively, and Lamont Cranston came through with a celebrity death call for Grizz from 30 Rock — which Daniel immediately recognized, because of course he did.The News Game saw Daniel cruise to a 4-out-of-5 finish (damn that Latin encyclical name), he nailed the speed round for a perfect score, and we rounded out Celebrity Birthdays with Kylie Minogue turning 58, Jack McBrayer at 53 ("and a screaming homosexual"), and Richard Schiff — yes, Toby from The West Wing — who Adam describes as playing "Eeyore" in every role. Daniel closed us out by predicting internet drama over Disney's Carousel of Progress refurbishment once people notice the Progress family isn't all white anymore, and shared the tragic tale of his pantry shelf collapsing under the weight of too much Walmart cat food. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed making it — and if you're not in the Level 13 after show, you're missing Daniel's Tailscale revelation and whatever else happened after we yelled "we're out of time!"Email: Contact@MixMinusPodcast.comVoice/SMS: 707-613-3284

Perhaps one of the most difficult books of the Bible to read, Leviticus contains a whole mess of stuff. Usually, its contents are pointed to when one is discussing law, sin, and everything in between. But, as we always try to do on Common Space, our hosts attempt to uncover a new perspective and deeper meaning that's woven throughout the book. Tune in to see what you might have been missing!We'd also like to thank John Craigie and team for allowing us to use the track, “Talkin' Leviticus Blues,” as a part of this month's episode!Thank you for listening! Don't forget to subscribe or follow the podcast so you don't miss a single episode.Enjoyed the episode? Share it with a friend, and leave a rating and review to help us reach more people!We need your questions! Email commonspace@ahumc.org or visit https://ahumc.org/questions to submit your faith-related questions.Email us at podcasts@ahumc.org or visit ahumc.org to learn more about Alamo Heights UMC.Recommended Resources:Clip from ‘The West Wing' Season 2, Episode 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CPjWd4MUXs‘The Hidden Order of Intimacy' by Avivah Gottlieb ZornebergJohn Mayer's Dead & Company 7/8/2023 “St. Stephen” Guitar Solo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUe0_pkqWyM“Talkin' Leviticus Blues” by John CraigieHosts: Chris Estus, Ryan Jacobson, and Darrell Smith

The meeting covered a broad set of public-safety, legal, and political topics, focusing on contested public projects, courtroom and public-health mask rules, criminal cases and protests, labor actions, and immigration enforcement disputes. Civic projects and property disputes: attendees clarified the Kennedy Center remains open during a privately funded remodel and a judge barred attaching an individual's name to the project. A ballroom renovation near the West Wing was halted over historic-protection procedures; related plans for a D.C. drone base were noted. A long Brooklyn landlord eviction and Maine party rules for replacing withdrawn nominees were reviewed, including controversy around a leading Democratic candidate with past offensive statements and visible tattoo imagery.

This podcast episode featured Marianne, Romeo and Jamal discussing various topics including bathroom etiquette and waiting in line, with Jamal sharing an anecdote about checking if a bathroom was occupied before entering. They also discussed encounters with homeless individuals, including Romeo's confrontational experience with a person asking to urinate by his car while he had his grandchildren present. The conversation then shifted to current events, including a story about a Florida deputy citing a one-armed woman for using her phone while driving, and a bizarre incident in Nebraska where a dog accidentally shot a woman with a loaded shotgun that was left in a vehicle. The discussion concluded with Jamal sharing his recent binge-watching habits, including shows like The West Wing, Cake, Atlanta, and Taxi, and Marianne discussing their recent movie viewing and TV show watching. Jamal also mentioned his upcoming comedy shows in Medford and Eastern Washington, and the group discussed the importance of developing new material and practicing comedy routines.

Nova Minerals Limited CEO Christopher Gerteisen joined Steve Darling from Proactive to provide an update on the company's planned 2026 field season and advancing antimony development initiatives at its flagship Estelle Gold and Critical Minerals Project in Alaska. The company is moving toward the Feasibility Study stage while simultaneously progressing pilot-scale antimony production targeted for late 2026 to early 2027. Gerteisen explained that Nova Minerals is preparing for one of the largest exploration and development campaigns in the company's history, with activities focused on resource definition drilling at the RPM deposit, continued advancement of the Stibium and Styx antimony prospects, and ongoing permitting and environmental work designed to support future mine development. The 2026 programs are fully funded, with more than US$60 million available through existing cash reserves and funding support from the Department of War (DoW). Management noted that the strong financial position provides flexibility to accelerate development and exploration activities as required throughout the field season. A major component of the 2026 campaign will be an extensive drilling program totaling up to 10,000 metres across the Estelle Project. Up to three diamond core drill rigs are expected to operate simultaneously, focusing on high-priority infill and expansion drilling at the RPM gold deposit while also continuing targeted drilling initiated last year at the Stibium antimony prospect. The Stibium work is specifically aimed at advancing exposed stibnite vein systems and improving resource delineation. The drilling campaign will be supported by a broad regional exploration program that includes geological mapping, reconnaissance sampling, soil grid surveys, and excavation of exposed stibnite-bearing ore veins. Key target areas include RPM, West Wing, Stibium, Portage Pass, and Styx, where additional bulk sampling activities are planned to further evaluate antimony mineralization. Operations are expected to run continuously for at least three months during the Alaskan summer season, taking advantage of nearly 24-hour daylight conditions to maximize drilling productivity seven days a week. Gerteisen emphasized that the program remains flexible and may be adjusted as new geological observations and drill core results become available throughout the campaign. #proactiveinvestors #novamineralslimited #nasdq #nva #asx #nva #mining #estellegoldproject #antimony #EstelleProject #Antimony #CriticalMinerals #GoldExploration #AlaskaMining #Stibium #StyxProspect #ResourceDevelopment #FeasibilityStudy #DrillingProgram #MineralExploration #AntimonyProduction #CriticalMetals #ExplorationUpdate

Dana takes a look back at an exclusive, live conversation with White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Recorded last year during the launch of Dana's bestselling book, I Wish Someone Had Told Me, this conversation follows Dana and Karoline as they swap stories about their careers, including the intense pressure of the White House briefing room. Karoline discusses managing motherhood alongside a chaotic West Wing schedule, building a thick skin against criticism, and why choosing a supportive personal life is never a career-limiting decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 241 of Payne Points of Wealth, Ryan, Chris, and Bob Payne sit down with Ashley Davis, partner at S‑3 Group and former White House insider, to unpack a remarkable career at the highest levels of government. Ashley shares how she went from a young staffer to employee #1 of the White House Office of Homeland Security in the wake of 9/11, offering a firsthand account of that pivotal day, the chaos that followed, and the creation of one of the most important agencies in modern U.S. history. From the inner workings of the West Wing to today's political climate, Ashley delivers candid insights on leadership, policy, polarization, and what it really takes to navigate Washington. This is a powerful conversation about resilience, decision-making under pressure, and the lessons that still apply far beyond politics.

Author Angela Sylvaine returns, this time to talk about her new YA horror novel "Cold Snap" (March, Dark Matter INK), a sequel to her earlier hit "Frost Bite" (2023, Dark Matter INK). She and Scotty discuss the specific challenges inherent to writing horror for younger audiences, creature horror, hotel/amusement parks, UFOs, an unexpected parallel with "The West Wing," and more. They also look back at James Gunn's 2006 cult horror classic "Slither." You can find Angela online at https://angelasylvaine.com You can get your copy of "Cold Snap" at https://darkmattermagazine.shop/products/cold-snap-598559 You can get your copy of "Frost Bite" at https://darkmattermagazine.shop/products/frost-bite-598030 You can listen to Scotty's original conversation with Angela about "Frost Bite" at https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ZNmlJ6t8oYuelFdV1nd0Y?si=3670fe58f7384942 --- Be sure to tune in to Daniel Braum's YouTube series "Night Time Logic." The series focuses on the strange, weird, and wonderful side of dark fiction through readings and discussions with diverse authors from around the world. You can tune in on Daniel's You Tube Channel, which is his name DanielBraum or @danielbraum7838. https://www.facebook.com/groups/429777132474382 https://www.youtube.com/@danielbraum7838

We're talking about puzzles, monoculture, flipping tables, and Bluey. What else could you ask for?! We're covering the finales of WIll & Grace, West Wing, and That 70's Show, diving into Paul Bettany's flogging in The Da Vinci Code movie, and re-evaluating Drake's One Dance. Join us for another great time!

My guest this week is the actor Oliver Platt. You know him from The Bear, Chicago Med, The Three Musketeers, Beethoven, The West Wing, Frost/Nixon — honestly, the list goes on forever. He's one of those rare actors who somehow exists in every lane at once: beloved by movie people, television people, theater people, and apparently menswear guys too. We talk about growing up as the son of a diplomat, moving from Hong Kong to Japan to Washington D.C., discovering acting as a survival mechanism, early days in New York with Stanley Tucci and Hank Azaria, body image, GLP-1s, Paul Smith, Japanese denim, heritage workwear, and why sometimes you need to “give yourself the fuzzies.” * Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"I don't give a damn about the law."70mm presents DANIEL MAY LEWIS with Martin Scorsese's GANGS OF NEW YORK. We also discussed JUNE MARCH MADNESS kicking off in one week, Proto seeing PROJECT HAIL MARY, Danny watching THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2, and slime watching FACES OF DEATH. In the uncut portion of the recording available on Patreon we talked about the pilot episode of THE WEST WING.Chapters:(00:00:00) Introductions + JUNE MARCH MADNESS(00:10:33) What we watched(00:18:11) GANGS OF NEW YORK(01:19:15) Next weekSupport the 70mm Patreon to join our VHS Village Discord and access exclusive episodes in the 70mm Vault which includes over 70 movies! Signing up for the Patreon also get your own membership card, member-only discounts on merch, and the ability to vote on future episodes!Don't forget you can visit our website to shop our storefront to buy prints and merch, follow us on Letterboxd, email the show, and much more.70mm is a ⁠TAPEDECK⁠ podcast, along with our friends at ⁠BAT & SPIDER⁠,  ⁠The Letterboxd Show⁠, Austin Danger Pod, ⁠Escape Hatch⁠, ⁠Will Run For...⁠, ⁠Lost Light⁠, ⁠The Movie Mixtape⁠, and ⁠Twin Vipers⁠.(Gone but not forgotten; ⁠Cinenauts⁠ + ⁠FILM HAGS⁠.) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

How do you scale impact, protect culture, and sustain your team when the need keeps growing, but the environment keeps getting harder?  This is a conversation about leading with clarity, compassion, and boundaries. When the stakes are high and the pressure isn't letting up, what does it look like to step into the CEO role of a growing nonprofit?  You're not alone if you've ever found yourself lying awake at 3 a.m., wondering how you can protect your culture, your people, and still make a difference when the world seems to be working against you.  Kelly Coker, CEO of Brightlane Learning, joins me to dig into what it really takes to lead with heart, clarity, and boundaries, especially when life and work feel like a never-ending pressure cooker.  Right now, the difference you make as a leader matters more than ever. If your organization's purpose runs deep, and you feel the weight of carrying people, staff and client families alike, through a climate of uncertainty, this episode isn't just another leadership pep talk. It's the tools, encouragement, and mindsets to help you become the steady hand so many need in an unpredictable world.  Kelly shares how she and her team sustain impact while preventing burnout, what it actually means to lead with compassion (without losing yourself), and how building real connection and celebration into your team culture can make all the difference, in any environment.   Leadership Lesson Highlights (00:00) How do you lead in today's environment of uncertainty (02:40) It might take years before you recognize the impact you're having today (04:03) How does Brightlane Learning serve the community? (07:47) What is a day in the life like for a team member at Brightlane Learning? (10:07) How to recognize and address compassion fatigue in your team (12:00) Building a culture of transparency, celebration, and connection (13:21) What are "culture champions" and why do they supercharge team morale? (17:03) Why collaborative leadership beats going it alone every time (19:20) Navigating political and financial uncertainty without losing hope (24:21) The "West Wing" question every overwhelmed leader needs to ask (25:56) How Kelly personally models self-care and continuous learning for her team (29:04) Why connecting with other leaders outside your sector makes you stronger (30:54) Staying grounded in your 'why' and attracting a team that believes in the mission (31:44) How to invite your team into the journey   Connect with Kelly Coker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-coker-33656640/   Links and Resources Mentioned Brightlane Learning https://brightlanelearning.org/ TrueU https://trueu.com/   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ Connect with Andrea Butcher on LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events Subscribe to the Podcast Subscribe in Apple Podcasts Subscribe in Spotify  

This week, we're joined by one of the greatest, Veronica Roth, whose new book, Seek the Traitor's Son, features one of her most beloved of tropes: Sad Boys Who Punch Things. We were delighted when she suggested we do an episode on this very particular, very delicious romance concept, and of course, we invited her to join us! We talk about how it works, why we love soft boys who are full of rage, and how we stan a hero who is willing to stand back and let his partner be awesome. We also talk about The West Wing & Ladyhawke (makes sense). And of course, we talk about her books!If you'd like to continue the conversation about sad boys who punch things or about Veronica's deep backlist, please join the Fated Mates Discord, which is accessible to our Patreon subscribers. By joining the Patreon, you meet other Fated Mates listeners and get an extra monthly episode from us. Support us and learn more at fatedmates.net/patreon.Our next read along is Seven Days in June by Tia Williams. Get it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, wherever you get your books, or with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.NOTESVeronica Roth's newest release is Seek the Traitor's Son, the first in a dystopian fantasy duology with a strong romance subplot.We love the follow sad boys: Toby Ziegler, Angel, Fox Mulder, Tobias from Animorphs, and Rutger Hauer from Ladyhawke.The Sixth Faction is coming soon! SPONSORSPiper Rayne, author of The Hotshot, available in print, ebook, audiobook and with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.Rose Prendeville, author of A Faire Affair, available in print, ebook and with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.Blue Box Press, publishers of Dylan Allen's beautiful new print editions of The Daredevil, The Mastermind & The Wild Card. Available in print and ebook from Amazon and Barnes & Noble.Lumi Gummies. Go to lumigummies.com and use code FATEDMATES for 30% off your order.The RestFor even more info about this episode, and to explore everything Fated Mates has to offer, visit: https://fatedmates.net/episodes/2026/5/18/s0835-sad-boys-who-punch-things-with-veronica-roth If you wish you had six more days in a week of people talking about romance, may we suggest joining our Patreon? Aside from an additional episode every month you get access to our Discord, where other romance readers are talking about books they love (and many other things!) all the time. It's so fun! Learn more about the Patreon and go join those cool people who love romance as much as you do at patreon.com/fatedmates. Beyond your favorite podcast app, you can find us on Instagram, Threads, Blue Sky, Tumblr, and probably some other places, too, if you look hard enough. If you've never listened to our Stop Book Banning episode, there's no better time than now.

Recast That: The West Wing Ep 2 Last week we took our first look back at The West Wing… this week we are sticking with that theme as we recast the 2nd half of the GIGANTIC cast. Are you enjoying the show? SUPPORT US! www.patreon.com/ptebb   Connect with us on Discord or Facebook – www.ptebb.com   Don't forget! Leave us a 5 star rating and write us a review!   Enjoy the show!

In Episode 579 of For All You Kids Out There, the Mets are heating up (maybe?) so Jeffrey and Jarrett find plenty of time to talk about New Jersey indy wrestling shows and The West Wing. Sure, sure, we cover the latest round of injuries, A.J. Ewing's hot start, and answer your correspondence as well.

Bruce riffs on the sixth solo studio album by Sting Brand New Day from September 1999 (After The Rain Has Fallen / Desert Rose / Fill Her Up / Brand New Day). STAFF PICKS: All Star by Smash Mouth — Wayne Higher by Creed— Rob The Rockafeller Skank by Fatboy Slim — Brian   ENTERTAINMENT TRACK: Main theme from the television series The West Wing.   **(NOTE: What the Riff?!? does not own the rights to any of these songs and we neither sell, nor profit from them. We share them so you can learn about them and purchase them for your own collections.)

Hey everyone!  All of this month we are running episodes of our old show Recast That exclusivly here on the Boozy Bracketology show!  This week we have episode 1 of our recasting of The West Wing - the popular late 90's early 00's political show starring Martin Sheen and a litany of other stars! Are you enjoying the show? SUPPORT US! www.patreon.com/ptebb   Connect with us on Discord or Facebook – www.ptebb.com   Don't forget! Leave us a 5 star rating and write us a review!   Enjoy the show!

Fresh off his trip to the Crucible to see the snooker, Ed Balls brings a question for him and George Osborne to answer on just how similar politics and snooker are. Is it all about the long game? Or do you take the risky shot when the opportunity arises? Are the two even similar? And do Ed and George know enough about the sport to say for certain?Sunday Times columnist Charlotte Ivers then asks whether politicians are just copying TV shows like The Thick of It and The West Wing in their communications. George explains the truth in this, while Ed argues The West Wing displays an idealised version of politics and that the script writers often draw from the real life drama in politics. Former Tory Chairman Andrew Feldman and one of our listeners then ask a pair of questions related to the public acceptance of AI, with our own guru George explaining how companies can sell the public on the benefits of AI and bust some of the myths around job losses caused by AI.Finally, Ed and George answer the biggest question of all: do podcasts like this one influence voters? They explain how it's been seen to happen already in the US, what things might look like in the next general election, and even manage to discuss Celebrity Traitors…We love hearing from you, so please don't forget to send all your EMQs to questions@politicalcurrency and make sure to include a voice note of your question or send a question to our social media handles:

In a viral confession, Katy Talento — President Trump's former health advisor — revealed her role in keeping Robert F. Kennedy Jr. away from the White House, saying it was her job to “make this problem go away.” “I was a Harvard-trained infectious disease epidemiologist. I believed, religiously, that vaccines were the gold standard of public health interventions,” writes Talento. “Not because I had been shown the evidence for their effectiveness and safety in public health school… but because I had been trained in the orthodoxy of public health, where it was assumed that someone had studied this and it had been demonstrated at some point – so now we could all focus on more pressing matters, like how to get vaccines in more kids' arms around the world.” But slowly, she began to feel suspicious – and her research led her to switch sides. “[S]omething happened in late summer of 2021 – a set of legal contortions between Big Pharma and the FDA that started to make everything painfully clear,” she says in a May 2026 public apology to RFK for her part in keeping him away from the White House. In This Episode: Katy Talento joins Dr. Drew to expose the inner workings of the White House Domestic Policy Council, the DC establishment's efforts to sabotage RFK, and why she no longer trusts the medical consensus. A&E's Flash Shelton explains his unconventional strategies for helping homeowners take back their properties from squatters nationwide. Flash Shelton is the host of A&E's docu-series “Squatters,” which premieres with back-to-back episodes starting Tuesday, May 12th at 10pm and 10:30pm ET/PT. Shelton's journey began in 2019 when squatters took over his mother's vacant home in Northern California. After navigating the eviction process himself, he has gone on to help property owners nationwide in more than 100 cases. Learn more at https://www.aetv.com/ Katy Talento is a licensed health benefits consultant, epidemiologist, and health care reformer. As the top health advisor at the White House Domestic Policy Council, she spearheaded policies on health care pricing, prescription drugs, and the opioid crisis. She earned her graduate degree in Epidemiology from Harvard School of Public Health. She is CEO of AllBetter Health. Follow at https://x.com/katytalento 「 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS 」 • STRONG CELL – If you want to feel more like your younger self, go to https://strongcell.com/ and use code DREW for 20% off. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drdrew.com/fatty15⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. "I am a huge fan of this brand and know you'll love it too!” Get 15% off your first order at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drdrew.com/paleovalley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Counteract harmful spike proteins with TWC's Signature Series Spike Support Formula containing nattokinase and selenium. Learn more about TWC's supplements at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twc.health/drew⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 「 ABOUT THE SHOW 」 This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Executive Producers • Kaleb Nation - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kalebnation.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • Susan Pinsky - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/firstladyoflove⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Content Producer • Emily Barsh - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/emilytvproducer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hosted By • Dr. Drew Pinsky - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/drdrew⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Cristina Gomez reviews the latest UFO / UAP news and covers the Department of War's release of 161 declassified UFO files at war.gov/UFO, including Apollo 17 footage, Tim Burchett's West Wing briefing, and what the first tranche of Trump's UAP disclosure leaves out.To see the VIDEO of this episode, click or copy link - https://youtu.be/FSl1evL6szAVisit my website with International UFO News, Articles, Videos, and Podcast direct links -www.ufonews.co00:00 - UFO Files Just Dropped03:27 - Apollo UFO 05:09 - The Vatican UFO Link07:32 - UFO Demons Theory08:46 - The UFO Files Missing10:00 - The UFO Door Is OpenBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-and-unexplained--5235662/support.

Tom Duncan and Sara Shea continue their journey through Season 1 of The West Wing, this time with episode 1.22 - the first season finale. We are joined by friend of the show, Klarissa Beckstead (I've Seen That One podcast). In this episode, Sara is given a difficult choice, our intrepid hosts grade The West Wing - Season 1, and they pick what's to come next for Season 2.Chapters:00:00 Introduction02:45 Recap of Season One and Episode 22 of The West Wing05:59 Emotional Reactions to the Season Finale08:52 Character Development and Plot Predictions11:48 Political Themes and Real-World Parallels14:45 Interpersonal Relationships and Character Dynamics17:47 Discussion on the Iraqi Plotline20:52 Reflections on Historical Context and Relevance26:12 Character Favorites and Dynamics28:42 Exploring Toby's Depth and Complexity29:44 Emotional Resonance of Space Tragedies31:34 Cliffhangers and Viewer Reactions33:44 Anticipation for Future Episodes39:39 Navigating Choices, Decisions, and Chaos48:39 Overview of Season Ratings and Rankings51:33 Acting Performance Evaluation54:33 Writing Quality Assessment57:36 Intangibles and Emotional Impact01:00:35 Cinematography and Visual Presentation01:03:30 Narrative Structure and Cohesion01:06:34 Character Development and Dynamics01:20:27 Character Development and Mistakes01:22:41 Ratings and Expectations for Season One01:25:03 Editing and Pacing in Aaron Sorkin's Work01:28:15 Final Thoughts on Season One Ratings01:29:30 Choosing the Next Show: Options and Decisions01:41:27 Deciding on 'The Good Wife' for Next SeasonKeywords:The West Wing, TV analysis, character development, political drama, episode review, emotional impact, storytelling, season one, character analysis, show notes, TV show analysis, binge-watching, season finale, show grading, streaming options

In this episode, we welcome director Paris Barclay and editor Scott D. Hanson. Paris is an Emmy Award–winning director whose work spans series such as The West Wing, Sons of Anarchy, In Treatment, and Monster, and Scott is an Emmy-nominated editor with projects including Dolemite is My Name, McMillions, and Born to Bowl. In our conversation, they share their journeys into the industry, how they developed their craft, and dive into the making of the documentary Billy Preston: That's the Way God Planned It. They also reflect on key moments from their careers and share thoughtful insights for the next generation of filmmakers.“The Making Of” is presented by AJA:MeyerPro bridges long-distance signal transport with AJAGo behind-the-scenes of MeyerPro's Microsoft Ignite live event production with Broadcast Engineer Cole Miller. Explore how he used AJA conversion, frame sync, and recording technology to facilitate seamless production on- and off-site, ensuring smooth signal transmission, support for multiple formats, and high-quality event recordings. Read the full interview.Upcoming Event: Eurocine | May 8-9 | BudapestThis celebration of the moving image unites industry pros from cinematography to VFX. Free to attend — including expos, seminars, workshops, & networking. Visit www.euro-cine.com for the full program.Turn Your Spare NVMe into a Blazing-Fast Production DriveAlready have NVMe SSDs from a recent upgrade? Put them back to work with the OWC Express 1M2 80G enclosure. Simply install your existing M.2 drive and unlock next-gen performance—over 6000MB/s with USB4 and Thunderbolt 5 compatibility. It's a smart, cost-effective way for editors and creators to maximize the storage they already own.Learn more hereZEISS Aatma – Contemporary Full Frame Primes with a Soulful Legacy LookZEISS introduces the new Aatma, set of nine high-end full frame T1.5 cinema primes (18mm, 25mm, 35mm, 40mm, 50mm, 65mm, 85mm, 100mm, and 135mm) designed to marry the benefits of modern optical design with the nostalgic image characteristics that are popular today. Drawing inspiration from some of the most beloved ZEISS lenses of the 20th century, Aatma combines an emotion-driven look with the mechanical reliability, data integration, and workflow compatibility that's expected for current production. Visit hereMeet the Elgato Prompter XLThe Elgato Prompter XL is an all-in-one studio teleprompter designed for larger, more professional setups, featuring a 15.6” removable display and an extended reading range of up to 15 feet so talent can stay on script even at a distance. With ultra-wide compatibility, simple USB 3.2 connectivity, and included software, it easily integrates into multi-camera productions, live shows, and content creation workflows—while also doubling as a secondary monitor between shoots. Available at Videoguys.com, call us at 800-323-2325 for more information.Take a look herePodcast Rewind:April 2026 - Ep. 130.Partner with The Making Of:Advertise in The Making Of and reach 250,000 film and TV industry pros and content creators each week. To learn more, please email mvalinsky@me.com Get full access to The Making Of at themakingof.substack.com/subscribe

Get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan at https://incogni.com/beast #ad Michael Wolff and Joanna Coles dive straight into the chaos engulfing Trump's orbit, from the escalating Melania–Jimmy Kimmel feud that's backfiring inside the White House to the stunning realization among insiders that Melania has shifted from quiet asset to liability, dragging Epstein questions and an unraveling public image back into the spotlight. As King Charles's high-stakes visit collides with Trump's ego and obsession with optics, the contrast between royal discipline and White House dysfunction becomes impossible to ignore, especially against the backdrop of a White House Correspondents Dinner thrown into literal and political turmoil. With assassination scares reframed as political currency, media missteps fueling Trump's grievances, and a presidency increasingly defined by chaos as strategy, Wolff reveals a West Wing gripped by anxiety, miscalculation, and a growing sense that everything—from foreign policy to late-night comedy—is spiraling in ways no one can fully control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WHO MOVES AMERICA? tells the story of the UPS Teamsters Union's efforts in 2023 to negotiate a fair contract with UPS lest they force a company-wide strike. Some members remember the last strike, in 1997, wherein Teamsters fought to maintain workers' pensions and avoid a slashing of full-time jobs in favor of cheaper part-time jobs. Now, the full-time vs. part-time rhetoric is being combatted, as Teamsters seek a contract that also increases part-timers pay. Another goal is an elimination of the 22.4 position, a hybrid position that in theory, allows drivers flexibility by mixing their shifts with indoor package handling, but in practice, results in UPS sending more drivers out with less pay and no overtime protection. The company basically found a way to run drivers ragged for less money. Fuckin' capitalism, am I right?But Bridge's movie doesn't harp on contract intricacies, instead humanizing workers with different situations. One Brooklyn teamster picketed during the '97 strike and wishes to leave a better legacy for his brethren moving forward. Another young father from California joins Teamster meetings in order to facilitate a better path forward for his family. Another Kentucky woman is a part-timer working while studying in college, skeptical of what real benefits a new contract will offer but receptive to any advances. We see them chatting in diners, prepping kids for bedtime, getting made up in their bathrooms. Bridge's approach is intimate, reminding us of the faces and lives in mind during each round of negotiations.It's not a movie that wraps things up in a bow and I wonder if Bridge's ending reigns more critical of the Teamsters' efforts than one would think. But as President Bartlett from THE WEST WING says, "...change comes in excruciating increments for those who want it."As Dave Hause puts it, "There's always some dirty fucker, always some corner-cutting son of a bitch."So it's inevitable that there will always be another contract. Thankfully, WHO MOVES AMERICA? reminds us that the spirit of collective bargaining is also always alive and fucking well.---⁠⁠⁠Buy tickets for the April 30th screening of WHO MOVES AMERICA at the Austin Film Society hereFollow The Movies on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Throw a couple dollars in the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tip jar!⁠⁠

Tom Duncan and Sara Shea continue their journey through Season 1 of The West Wing, this time with episodes 1.19-1.21, exploring key episodes, character relationships, and real-world issues like drug policy and political ethics. Join us as we analyze the final episodes of season one, explore character developments, plot resolutions, and predictions for season two. We also dive into personal preferences for the White House decor and reflect on presidential history.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to First Watch Rewatch02:49 Exploring Episode 19: Let Bartlett Be Bartlett05:35 Character Dynamics and Emotional Tension08:35 The Role of Leadership and Mandates11:32 Thematic Elements of Growth and Confrontation14:22 Character Development: Mandy and the Memo17:28 Political Themes: Gays in the Military and Dark Money20:07 Episode 20: Mandatory Minimums Overview23:02 Character Relationships: Toby and Andy25:42 Romantic Tensions: Josh and Joey28:22 Conclusion and Future Implications31:54 Evolving Perspectives on Drug Use37:23 The Impact of the Opioid Crisis43:06 Rehabilitation vs. Punishment49:12 The Power Dynamics of Criminalization53:33 Cognitive Dissonance in Drug Perception01:04:20 Character Development and Dynamics01:06:25 CJ's Crossroads and Character Growth01:10:09 Cohesion in Storytelling01:11:27 Setting Up for Season Two01:14:35 Guest Appearance and Future Predictions01:22:32 Driving Dynamics and Family Interactions01:23:39 Season Finale Anticipation and Rankings01:24:10 Redesigning the Oval Office01:26:47 Presidential History and Leadership Qualities01:28:38 Chester A. Arthur and Civil Service Reform01:29:58 Personalizing the Presidential Office01:31:54 Memorable Sports Moments and Their ImpactKeywords:The West Wing, political drama, drug policy, campaign finance, character analysis, TV review TV show analysis, season finale, character development, season two predictions, White House decor, presidential history

The Pentagon is leaking to the press that America doesn't have the missiles to win a war over Taiwan — and the Iran war is the reason why. Meanwhile, a Special Forces master sergeant is looking at federal charges for a $400,000 Polymarket bet on the Maduro regime, and SecNav John Phelan spent an hour sitting in the West Wing lobby waiting to get fired. To discuss, WarTalk is joined by Bryan Clark (former submariner, Hudson Institute), Justin Mc (former Green Beret, now in defense tech), Eric Robinson (former OSC NCT and 101st Airborne, now a lawyer), and Tony Stark of breaking beijing. We discuss… Why the Pentagon is leaking that the U.S. can't win a war over Taiwan — and what it means when the primes, INDOPACOM, and the deputy all scatter-shot the same message through the Washington Post The case for scrapping the legacy munitions portfolio — burning LRASMs on the Iranian Navy, the GPS-jamming Excalibur problem, and why locking in seven-year buys of Cold War weapons sets us up for the next round of failures A Special Forces master sergeant, $400,000, and the Polymarket Maduro bet — plus the hairdryer-next-to-a-thermometer scam at Charles de Gaulle, and why financial libertinism is "smoking in daycares" The firing of SecNav John Phelan — the waffle-bar bundler, the Golden Fleet fantasy, and how Stephen Feinberg captured the submarine program office and knifed his own Navy secretary A preview of the last two years of Trump II — DeSantis, Cotton, Chairman Rogers, and whether Congress flipping means more foreign adventurism or just acting secretaries all the way down Song, "Phelan on the couch when it happened" https://suno.com/s/C0LmG53KdrT3evfe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Pentagon is leaking to the press that America doesn't have the missiles to win a war over Taiwan — and the Iran war is the reason why. Meanwhile, a Special Forces master sergeant is looking at federal charges for a $400,000 Polymarket bet on the Maduro regime, and SecNav John Phelan spent an hour sitting in the West Wing lobby waiting to get fired. To discuss, WarTalk is joined by Bryan Clark (former submariner, Hudson Institute), Justin Mc (former Green Beret, now in defense tech), Eric Robinson (former OSC NCT and 101st Airborne, now a lawyer), and Tony Stark of breaking beijing. We discuss… Why the Pentagon is leaking that the U.S. can't win a war over Taiwan — and what it means when the primes, INDOPACOM, and the deputy all scatter-shot the same message through the Washington Post The case for scrapping the legacy munitions portfolio — burning LRASMs on the Iranian Navy, the GPS-jamming Excalibur problem, and why locking in seven-year buys of Cold War weapons sets us up for the next round of failures A Special Forces master sergeant, $400,000, and the Polymarket Maduro bet — plus the hairdryer-next-to-a-thermometer scam at Charles de Gaulle, and why financial libertinism is "smoking in daycares" The firing of SecNav John Phelan — the waffle-bar bundler, the Golden Fleet fantasy, and how Stephen Feinberg captured the submarine program office and knifed his own Navy secretary A preview of the last two years of Trump II — DeSantis, Cotton, Chairman Rogers, and whether Congress flipping means more foreign adventurism or just acting secretaries all the way down Song, "Phelan on the couch when it happened" https://suno.com/s/C0LmG53KdrT3evfe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailIf you're a teacher thinking about leaving the classroom but feeling stuck because you “don't know what you would do,” this episode is for you.  In this episode, Vanessa breaks down one of the biggest myths in career transition—that teachers don't have transferable skills—and explains why the real issue isn't a lack of skills… it's a lack of visibility. You'll also get a simple, practical way to reconnect with your own story (and your strengths), plus a very real conversation about why networking—not just applying—is what actually gets you hired. And yes… there's even a little The West Wing reference in there for those of you who are fans. What You'll LearnWhy teachers do have highly transferable skills (even if it doesn't feel like it)The difference between a skills problem and a visibility problemHow your everyday classroom experience translates into corporate languageA simple “story-based” hack to uncover your strengthsWhy networking drives most job opportunitiesHow to start networking in a way that feels natural—not awkward Teacher Hack of the Week Reach out to someone you haven't talked to in a while—no agenda, no job ask.Reconnect. Share stories. Laugh a little. Reconnection is good for mental health.  Career Transition Insight: Networking, Networking, NetworkingIf you take one thing from this episode, let it be this:Most jobs are not coming from online applications. They're coming from conversations.Networking isn't about using people. It's about:staying connectedhaving real conversationsand letting people know where you are and where you want to go You already have a network.The shift is learning how to activate it.Start simple: “Hey, I'm exploring something new—can I ask you a few questions?”That one sentence can open more doors than dozens of applications. Ready to Take the Next Step?If you're ready to start connecting the dots between your teaching experience and your next career: 

Host Jesse Jackson welcomes returning guest Jeff Blum, a Chicago-based freelance sports and entertainment writer and para-professional working with autistic students. They briefly discuss current sports topics including the Bulls' streaky season, trades, and franchise management, plus comparisons to other struggling teams. Jeff shares limited impressions of Springsteen's large “Tracks 2” set, mentions favorite deep cuts, and discusses seeing the Springsteen-related film, praising its entertainment value and its connection to renewed appreciation for the album Nebraska. The conversation then shifts to Aaron Sorkin's work, starting with Sports Night and covering The American President, A Few Good Men, The West Wing, The Newsroom, Moneyball, The Social Network, Steve Jobs, Molly's Game, and Charlie Wilson's War, emphasizing sharp dialogue, morality, journalism standards, and changing media culture. Jeff plugs upcoming writing on the Olympics and a list of 1976 albums turning 50 in 2026, and Jesse closes with show contact and network information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Duncan and Sara Shea continue their journey through Season 1 of The West Wing, this time with episodes 1.16-1.18, exploring themes like presidential stress, political strategy, and societal values. Join us as we analyze key episodes, character development, and the show's reflection of real-world politics. In this episode, we explore the intricacies of the Federal Reserve, the dynamics of political relationships, and the behind-the-scenes of The West Wing. We delve into monetary policy, character development, and the cultural context of the show, providing insights into American politics and media portrayal.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Rewatch02:27 The Dynamics of Rewatching vs. First Watching06:34 The Stress of Leadership in The West Wing11:08 Episode 16: 20 Hours in L.A.32:42 Character Development: Zoe and Charlie33:57 Ethanol Tax Credit Debate36:10 Job Market Evolution and AI Impact38:25 Strained Political Relationships39:56 Romantic Developments in the Workplace42:02 Gays in the Military and Social Issues45:36 Federal Reserve and Economic Policy51:11 Conflict in Relationships56:59 Character Development and Advice01:04:59 Upcoming Challenges and Political Drama01:06:58 The Jackal: A Cultural Reflection01:12:37 Political Themes: Reparations and School Vouchers01:19:33 Character Dynamics: Mallory and Mandy01:25:12 Affirmative Action and DEI: A Critical Discussion01:30:49 Historical Perspectives: Biden, Trump, and Future GenerationsKeywords:The West Wing, political drama, presidential stress, policy analysis, character development Federal Reserve, monetary policy, political relationships, character analysis, Aaron Sorkin, TV analysis, US politics, cultural references, leadership

This week we have an episode out of the Hiatus Vaults, beloved listeners - episodes recorded during our hiatus that were never published. This one is in homage to the late great Robert Redford, recorded shortly after he passed away last year. After a very old What We Sneep, the Sneople go over his career in depth, including their personal favorites and their dads' personal favorites (thanks, dads of Sneople). Beyond that, they cover what made him such an appealing actor, how inspiring they found him as a person, and how devastatingly handsome he was. Sorry, blonde men everywhere - none of you can compete with the original. Shout out to horse girls everywhere, we lost a real one.Also shout out to everyone who watched The West Wing and All The President's Men and believed there could be honor in politics. lol.

Forgiveness is one of the hardest, but most crucial parts of the Christian life. In this episode with Amy Orr-Ewing, we talk about why forgiveness matters right now, especially in a culture shaped by outrage, cancellation, and competing visions of justice. Amy helps clarify the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, why real forgiveness doesn't minimize harm or remove consequences, and how the cross makes a way to take evil seriously while still offering grace. We also get into trauma, shame, enemy love, and what it looks like to practice forgiveness in our lives and communities without cheapening it.Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing is an international author, speaker and theologian who addresses the deep questions of our day with meaningful answers found in the Christian Faith. She is the author of multiple books including bestsellers ‘Where is God in All the Suffering?', ‘Why Trust the Bible?', ‘Mary's Voice', and her latest ‘Forgiveness Reclaiming its Power in a Culture of Outrage and Fear' releases in 2026.Over the last twenty five years, Amy has spoken in more than 40 countries as a public advocate for the Christian faith including public lectures and open forums on university campuses, and addressing Politicians and Parliamentarians in the UK Parliament and staffers on Capitol Hill, the Senate and the West Wing of The White House. Amy speaks at conferences, businesses, banks, and churches about how theology connects with the deepest questions of life.In 2023, Amy was awarded the Alphege Medal for Evangelism and Witness by the Archbishop of Canterbury. She holds a D Dphil (doctorate) from the University of Oxford and is Honorary Lecturer at the School of Divinity, University of Aberdeen, Distinguished Scholar at Wheaton College Illinois and Founder of Advocate Collective. Amy is married to Frog and they have three wonderful sons.Amy's Book:ForgivenessAmy's Recommendations:The Mind of the MakerThe Body Keeps the ScoreConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowGo to mennomedia.org to order the Anabaptist Community Bible. Use code SHIFTING for 20% off. Support the show

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 318 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins From the Armchair Crafty Adventures KAL News Events On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Northern Lights Socks Yarn: Patons Kroy in the Northern Lights Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Started November 2024, but I don't think I've ever mentioned them on the podcast. About the yarn- thin stripes of cream broken up 3 shades of teal/light blue, 2 grays and 1 deep purple.   October 2025 Sock Club Socks Yarn: agirlandherwool Sock Yarn in the October 2025 Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Mystery self-striping sock yarn club- stripes of peach, orange, yellow and green.   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Log Cabin Blanket Pattern: Log Cabin Square by Julie Harrison. Free crochet pattern available on Ravelry. Video tutorial available on the Little Woollie Makes YouTube Channel Yarn: Legacy Fiber Artz Minis (mostly from Advent calendars 2023 & 2024) Hook: I (5.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Inspired by Rachel (treehousefiberarts on Instagram) and Sue & Chelsea (Legacy Fiber Artz on Instagram). Check out the Floss Toss Ravelry Group for details on their Scrappy Blanket CAL. Ends December 21st (but you don't have to finish. 2 prize drawings will be done). My color placement is inspired by this project/pattern available on Ravelry. Inspired to pick it back up after see Sue (from Legacy Fiber Artz)'s version on their podcast episode. She bordered with cream before seaming. I love it. You can see a peek in this Instagram post. Progress- 23 squares   Inclinations Cowl Inclinations Cowl by Andrea Mowry ($7.00 Knitting Pattern available on Ravelry & her website. Needles: US 2 (2.75 mm) Yarn: 2 skeins of handspun Color A: Fiber Addict Designs 100% Merino in the Wild Plum Colorway- Ravelry link. Color B: Candombe, I think the fiber is from Malabrigo- Ravelry link. My Ravelry Project Page Progress: Nearly done with the increase section!   Midnight Orchid Socks Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Yarn: Patons Kroy Stripes in the Midnight Orchid colorway Ravelry Project Page About the yarn: skinny stripes of cream with contrast colors- greens, ochre and mauvy purples. Progress: Cast on both socks on two separate needles.   Pollen Party Socks Yarn: Hypnotic Yarn Plush Sock in the Pollen Party colorway + 20g mini (I think it's Legacy Fiber Artz mini) Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Progress: I am nearly done with sock 1   Pucker Brush Farm BFL Sweater Spin Fiber: 16 oz of multi colored BFL roving from Pucker Brush Farm (purchased at Rhinebeck 2025), 4 oz Merino in a mustard color & 20 ounces of Grey Shetland from Forever in Fiber on Etsy Ravelry Project Page I am planning to knit a Traveler sweater inspired by Emily Curtis' handmade version- click here for her Ravelry Project Page. I was thrilled to see a recent post on Emily's Instagram that she made a YouTube video about this spin/knit. I started spinning the Shetland and its so dreamy. I'm still working on the first 4 oz bump.   From the Armchair   Books So Old, So Young by Grant Ginder. Amazon Affiliate Link. Intermezzo by Sally Rooney. Amazon Affiliate Link. There's a great review of Intermezzo by Alexandra Harris (with some potential spoilers) on the Guardian's website. Bring the House Down by Charlotte Runcie. Amazon Affiliate Link.   Musical: The Outsiders   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   Crafty Adventures Making a flower arrangement to put under the headstone/bench at the cemetery for Mom.   KAL News Splash Pad Party will start Friday May 22nd and run through July 31st. Sponsor call has gone out to email subscribers. Will share on social soon. Click here to learn more about sponsor options for Splash Pad '26.   Events Fiber Witch Festival- April 24-26th in Salem, MA Connecticut Sheep & Wool- April 25 in North Haven, CT NH Sheep and Wool - May 9 & 10 in Deerfield NH Coggeshall Farm Fiber Festival- May 16 in Bristol, RI Webs Tent Sale- May 15-17 in Northampton, MA Massachusetts Sheep & Wool- May 23 & 24 in Cummington, MA   On a Happy Note Connecting with our nephew Oisin over a re-watch of West Wing. Seeing Rent- but especially how much Riley enjoys it. The show fell on Eme's 22nd birthday so that was fun too! Riley turned 18! So proud of that kid! Katie's Randomness (Pigskin sponsor) was having a winter sale. I splurged on two winter bags- one Gilmore Girls themed and the other Christmas chickens! I checked out a new to our area secondhand shop- Uptown Cheapskate. Despite cooler temps and rain, we had a lovely Easter dinner at my Dad's. A text from my SIL after Easter dinner saying that Zach (who turns 4 in May) went to bed Easter night asking if my dad was coming to his birthday party. I inadvertently made a ridiculously large batch of Superhero muffins because I added too much salt. Turns out I can make 94 muffins in about 3 hours. Not too shabby! Good thing they freeze well. Warming temps and quieter weekends after a stressful work week. My Monday morning workout turned into a country music jam! Such a fun way to start the week.   Quote of the Week Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it. -William Arthur Ward ------ Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link FearLESS Living Fund to benefit the Blind Center of Nevada Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/ Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.  

The West Wing is a grounded political drama and Final Fantasy farcical adventures, but we see so much of President Josiah Bartlett in our Warriors of Light. Allow us to explain.Everything is Final Fantasy: Josiah Bartlett

It's a very special West Wing reunion! This week, we're looking back at Rob's 2020 conversation with legendary writer and director Aaron Sorkin, the writer of "The West Wing," as well as films like "The Social Network," "A Few Good Men," and "Molly's Game." They discuss the "West Wing" reunion special, their favorite episodes of the show, how Rob was cast as Sam Seaborn, a disastrous moment from the opening night of "A Few Good Men" in London, and doing Chekov with Christopher Walken. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The political world was stunned this week by Melania Trump's sudden, unexplained televised address denying any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and calling for a congressional hearing for Epstein survivors—a move that reportedly blindsided the West Wing. Jimmy and Americans' Comedian Kurt Metzger connect the event to Trump's longtime associate Paolo Zampoli (a friend of Epstein who allegedly introduced Trump to Melania), whose ex-partner Amanda Ungaro—an Epstein survivor deported after a custody dispute—is now publicly threatening to "tear down the entire system" and expose everything.  Jimmy notes that a 2019 FBI document already stated Epstein introduced Trump to Melania, contradicting her claims, and that Ungaro's threats may have forced Melania's hand. He suggests the real story involves Melania being trafficked from Ukraine through Epstein's modeling network and sold to Trump, and that this blackmail material may be why Trump launched the Iran war to cover up the Epstein files. Plus segments on Trump's unhinged rant against former supporters like Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens, and Democratic senators Chris Murphy and Chuck Schumer lamenting the end of the war with Iran. Also featuring Stef Zamorano and Max Blumenthal!

20 years have passed since THE WEST WING left the air but it's impact remains strong. Martin Sheen and Dule Hill reunite to talk about the birth of the show, favorite moments, its legacy and more in this special conversation taped in Chicago at C2E2. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! Quince -- Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/HAPPYSAD ⁠⁠⁠⁠for free shipping and 365-day returns. Rula -- Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.rula.com/happy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #rulapod #sponsored Limited Time Offer–Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my code happy15 at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://huel.com/happy15.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show! UPCOMING EVENTS! 4/10 -- Matt Bomer in Miami -- ⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠ 4/16 -- BEEF (Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, Charles Melton) in NY -- ⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠ 5/5 -- Stanley Tucci in NY -- ⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Wolff and Joanna Coles take us inside the mysterious world of Susie Wiles—the quiet, rarely seen chief of staff who may be the most powerful person in Donald Trump's orbit. While Trump famously trusts no one and burns through aides at lightning speed, Wiles has not only survived but brought an unexpected level of discipline to the chaos of Trump World. Wolff reveals how the Florida political operative who Trump once dismissed as “a refrigerator” quietly outmaneuvered rivals, crushed Ron DeSantis, and built a White House operation designed around one simple rule: never try to control Donald Trump. From her unusual strategy of staying out of the spotlight to the psychological tactics she uses to handle a president who refuses bad news, the episode uncovers the secrets behind the grandmother who may be the most important—and least visible—figure in the Trump administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you've been checking the news with one eye closed and a stiff drink in hand, you aren't alone. Stephanie Miller dives headfirst into the latest "alternative reality" coming out of the West Wing—specifically, why we're flirting with a conflict in Iran that literally nobody asked for. She breaks down the administration's latest logic-defying maneuvers and examines why the mainstream media seems to be reading from a completely different script than the rest of us. With guests Jody Hamilton, Glenn Kirschner, & Olivia Troye!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When a nurse goes searching for a missing patient in a rarely-used hospital wing, she finds herself trapped in an endless labyrinth of shifting corridors — and the patients she encounters there don't belong in this century.IN THIS EPISODE: “The Endless Ward” by Keith ConradMORE Stories Like This: https://www.auditoryanthology.com=====Originally aired: March 09, 2026EPISODE PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/TheEndlessWardABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.

Comedian and Emmy-winning actor Jay Thomas is best known to audiences as doomed hockey star Eddie LeBec on “Cheers” and tabloid talker Jerry Gold on “Murphy Brown,” but he's also a showbiz renaissance man, having worked as a stand-up comic, disc jockey, sportscaster and reality show host. Jay stopped by Gilbert's apartment on a summer evening to share hilariously candid anecdotes about everything from swiping Bill Cosby's jokes to getting kicked out of an audition for “The West Wing.” Also in this episode: Jay looks back on the infamous “Who Wants to Marry a Multi-Millionaire?," Joe Piscopo runs afoul of the mafia and Jay runs afoul of Rhea Perlman. PLUS: The Lone Ranger “rides” again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Wolff joins Joanna Coles with a new window into the volatility inside the West Wing, describing what he says was a secret Situation Room tantrum by Donald Trump, a moment when military briefers could not give him the absolute guarantees he demanded, and the meeting spiraled. Wolff connects that flash of anger to the broader pattern he's reported for years: a president who hates paper trails, avoids email, and warns aides never to “leave a record,” an instinct that now looms large as the Epstein Files fallout engulfs figures like Prince Andrew and Peter Mandelson. Why, Wolff asks, do so many powerful men have receipts—while Trump seems not to? From the chaos-as-cover strategy to the Iran briefings where strength is performative, and doubt is intolerable, this is a portrait of a leader who equates uncertainty with humiliation and reacts accordingly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices