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​Mike Matthews investigates the fascinating news from the end of the week and Mike answers what is happening in the odd world of people who like to travel. Join Mike as he podcasts live from Café Anyway in podCastro Valley with Madame Rootabega, Valentino, and Bison Bentley. Next show Mike Talks to Chely Shoehart, Floyd the Floorman, and John Deer the Engineer.

Die Saison biegt auf die Zielgerade ein – und jetzt geht es um Titel, Aufstiege, Nicht-Aufstiege und die letzten großen Statements des Jahres.In Week 24 von 4th & 1 schauen wir auf die Spiele des Wochenendes, ordnen die wichtigsten Entwicklungen ein und sprechen darüber, welche Teams ihre Saison krönen können – und für wen am Ende vielleicht nur die Frage bleibt: Was wäre gewesen, wenn?Wir analysieren die Matchups, sprechen über die entscheidenden Faktoren auf beiden Seiten des Balls und blicken auf die Storylines, die Championship Week besonders spannend machen. In dieser Folge:• Die wichtigsten Spiele der Championship Week• Matchups und Schlüsselduelle• Offense- und Defense-Faktoren, die den Unterschied machen können• Titelrennen, Aufstieg und Saisonentscheidungen• Unsere Einschätzungen zu den entscheidenden Partien• Alles, was ihr für das Football-Wochenende wissen müsst00:00:00 Tippmeister00:02:56 HH Tigers vs. Grizzlies 200:10:47 Windmills vs. RRRocket00:21:07 Flensburg Sealords vs. Buxtehude Jackrabbits00:27:11 BS Lions2 vs. Bremen Bulls 00:30:55 Lohne vs. NF Seals 00:36:52 HH Blue Devils vs. Ritterhude Badgers 00:42:00 Zukunftsaussichten & was wäre wenn00:58:39 FinaltippsDas Video gibt's auf  Youtube.

Welcome to Infinite & Brick, the podcast where the culture comes to life. In this episode, we break down the four core elements of Hip Hop—and really dig in.From the roots to the impact, Infinite and Brick explore what each element means, how it shows up in everyday life, and why it still matters today. While we go deep on the details of each element, we also challenge each other with real questions—so you'll hear our honest thoughts, the debates, and the respect that makes Hip Hop more than just music.Join us as we talk about the craft, the community, and the mindset behind the culture—one element at a time. Whether you're a lifelong head or new to the journey, there's something in here for everyone.We would LOVE to hear what you think. Please drop a line.Support the show

Yesterday I was out and about in my town, it is mid/late September, I went into a shop and lo and behold they were putting out the Christmas stuff, surely it’s too early we haven’t even done Halloween yet. I said this to the guy, that we seem to be stuck in some kind of loop, moving from tradition to tradition in a never-ending cycle, he didn’t seem very happy that he had already been told to start stacking the shelves with elves and laughing Santas. As I left the shop I started thinking about the loops we get ourselves in, with our ways of thinking, the way we view the world, maybe our loops make us feel safe. Reminds me of the song ‘Windmills of Your Mind’ by Noel Harrison, I love this song, it expresses so well how our minds can end up going round and round in circles. Do check it out. However, we do need to spiral out of some of our loops if we are going to change something on Earth. In many of my so called ‘Astral Rescues' I see a lot of people stuck in loops even after they have died. I was reminded of one such case recently while having a cappuccino with a friend. A young man called Bugsy had come to find me, he turned up in my sacred garden, this is my astral base camp, I often find myself here when I leave my body. He told me that only I could help him. This is a bit of a long story and I still have to record all the happenings, all the weird physical synchronicities that occurred during the time I was working with Bugsy. However, to sum up, his girlfriend, the love of his life, had commited suicide, Bugsy had died before her and she found it difficult to life without him. Bugsy's girlfriend was so lost in her grief, in the pain of her life that she ended up in the lower astral planes. Now I'm not saying that suicides all go to the lower astral planes, they don't, each case is different, but she was so lost in her trauma loop she could not get out without help. There is always help, no one is ever abandoned. Bugsy could not reach her, that’s why he called on me as I am incarnated, so when out-of-body my energy vibration is more easily accepted by people in the lower realms who need help. Bugsy’s girlfriend needed help spiralling out of her loop. I'm not going to go into details here as this is a very sensitive subject and I prefer to describe what happened in a more private environment just so I can be available to answer questions. I’ll just say that it was a happy ending. The astral is a reflection of our physical reality and vice versa, it is where all our thoughts and emotions play out, it is full of the most beautiful scenes you can imagine and more but it is also full of all the ugliness that we, as humans, create, it is full of joy and desperation. We should be pushing beyond all this mess, beyond the astral to higher realms, where form doesn't exist, this realms can be more difficult to reach as form is so embedded in our subconscious, when we leave our bodies we are so influenced by our humanness. Easy for me to say when it often isn’t easy to even achieve a conscious out-of-body experience. However, we can start with who we are in this present moment here on Earth, I believe we chose to be here, I don't have all the answers, does anyone? But maybe if we try to spiral out of a few of our loops (thinking about the same negative things over and over, constantly lost in the past or future, our worry loops etc) we may slowly change our world from the inside out and lift ourselves out of the chaos we seem to be in at the moment. It's certainly worth a try. Can we raise like the phoenix out of the fire? I like to think so. For anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide don’t dispair, they are fine, we all have guides and helpers ready to help us, this is a little excerpt from ‘Astral Dancer’ I've now had something confirmed that I've believed for a while. Keeping someone in our minds in our waking hours helps in our communication with them. We can listen to music and the notes somehow form a bridge from one person to another. I believe that Joseph Conrad (an author, the person I was helping) had lost his ‘child aspect', his inner joy, a friend indeed. Idon't think that he had a happy childhood and probably carried his sadness into adult life. “We live, as we dream alone,” Joseph wrote in ‘Heart of Darkness. Maybe now he would change this to the following:“We live, as we dream, never alone.” Praying for our loved one helps them a lot but we must also remember to let them go and not hang on tightly. Pray for them but without becoming obsessed, our own lives must go on. Years ago I wrote a little book, I didn’t publish it, it really was just a fun thing about how to go about having OBEs, I’d like to read the conclusion to you. I think I'll leave tt here for today, the Bugsy story in time I will post in my community, I’ll let you know when it's up, it won't be for a while yet as there is quite a lot to record. You’ll find me at patreon,com/aliwings if you have any questions. Thanks for listening!

This episode of Stephanie Miller's Happy Hour Podcast takes a hilarious and sharp dive into the absurdities surrounding President Trump's recent antics at the UN General Assembly. From his bizarre obsession with windmills to his awkward attempts to charm New York Mayor Mamdani, Stephanie and her crew dissect the latest political theater with their signature wit.Joining the conversation is the ever-entertaining Charlie Pierce, who shares his insights on Trump's plummeting approval ratings and the GOP's frantic attempts to distance themselves from the former president. Together, they explore the chaotic landscape of American politics, touching on everything from the ridiculousness of Trump's claims about the Kennedy Center to the ongoing nightmare of ICE's inhumane practices.As the episode unfolds, Stephanie introduces first-time guest Jess Craven, a passionate political activist and content creator, who discusses the importance of grassroots movements and the urgency of voter engagement ahead of the midterms. With laughter and insightful commentary, this episode serves as a rallying cry for listeners to take action and stay informed in these tumultuous times.Don't miss this rollercoaster of humor, analysis, and a call to arms that will leave you both entertained and motivated to make a difference!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jonathan and Ryan are professional podcasters on this episode of Talking to My Boy About Videogames where there is a coherent outline of topics and they actually stick to that outline (with a few divergences). Along with hearing about games like Blood Dungeon, Pokemon: Legends Z-A, and Tetris Effect, we hear an idea for a new Pac-Man game from Ryan, learn about the natural cycle of water, and hear Jonathan's opinions about GTA6. Ryan also has some interesting ideas with how $1 billion could have been spent rather than making a murder simulator, and we hear a little bit about Poppy Playtime: Escape from Playtime and the way co-op can work in a horror game.0:00:00 - Professional Podcast0:01:28 - Videogame Talk Human and Human Talk0:03:28 - Let's Get to That (Videogames)0:04:44 - 1st Topic, Blood Dungeon0:09:57 - The 2 Pac-Man Problem0:12:07 - Can We Review Blood Dungeon Yet?0:18:04 - The Natural Water Cycle0:20:14 - 2nd Topic, Pokemon Legends Z-A0:25:52 - GTA6 Perpetuates the Cycle of Hate0:33:20 - Escape from Playtime Lets You Play Together0:39:03 - 3rd Topic, Tetris Effect0:44:45 - Look How Far We've ComeFollow Jonathan on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tronknotts.bsky.socialFollow the Show on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ttwav.bsky.socialRead Jonathan's articles in Nintendo Force Magazine: https://www.nintendoforcemagazine.com/Support the show on Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/ttwav

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In October 2013, a young Dane named Thor Pedersen set off from his home with a single, slightly mad rule: he wanted to visit every country on earth — all of them — in one continuous journey, and to do it without ever once setting foot on an airplane. Container ships, trains, buses, and a great deal of waiting around. He thought it might take three or four years. It took almost ten. He crossed closed borders and war zones, ran out of money more than once, was stranded for two years by the global pandemic, and served the whole time as a Goodwill Ambassador for the Red Cross. In 2023 he became the first person in history to do it. In this episode, Jonathan Thomas talks to Thor about the whole extraordinary decade — and, this being the Anglotopia Podcast, spends a good while on Britain, which came remarkably early in the itinerary. Thor recounts crossing from Calais to Dover after meeting Syrian refugees at the port, being awestruck by Bristol's maritime heritage, a memorable host in Wales whose front garden contained a toilet lying on its side, a Red Cross officer in Belfast who felt like the James Bond of the Red Cross, falling for the Scottish countryside, buying dodgy Les Misérables tickets in London, a desperate dash for seasickness pills in Immingham, and Hogmanay in Inverness courtesy of a kind bartender. But the deeper story is the one Thor tells in an unusual way: he doesn't sell it as a triumph. He's honest about the loneliness, the setbacks, the cerebral malaria, the migraines, the moments at gunpoint, the two years stuck in Hong Kong — and about the thing that actually got him around the world, which turned out not to be toughness at all, but the kindness of strangers. Links The Book The Impossible Journey — Amazon US The Impossible Journey — Amazon UK The Impossible Journey — Waterstones The Impossible Journey — Barnes & Noble The Impossible Journey — Hachette Australia ⠀Published by Robinson. ISBN 9781472149763 (hardback) / 9781472149770 (paperback). Thor Pedersen Thor Pedersen — Official Website The Impossible Journey — Thor's Site Once Upon A Saga — The Original Project Blog Thor Pedersen on Instagram Thor Pedersen on Facebook Speaking Engagements & Talks ⠀Mentioned in the Episode The Danish Red Cross International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) British Red Cross The Adventurers' Club of Denmark The Explorers Club, New York Hong Kong Tourism Board The Danish Seamen's Church, Hong Kong The California Zephyr — Amtrak ⠀Anglotopia Friends of Anglotopia Club ⠀ Takeaways 1 The idea arrived by email. Thor's father sent him a link about the world's most-travelled people, and Thor — then 34, twelve years into a career in shipping and logistics, and having visited around 50 countries — discovered that roughly 200 people had reached every country, but nobody had done it entirely without flying. He describes it striking him "like lightning." 2 His definition of "every country" was deliberately generous. The UN recognizes 193 sovereign states plus two observer states (the Vatican and Palestine). Thor built on that, splitting the Danish kingdom into Denmark, the Faroes and Greenland, and splitting the UK into England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland — arriving at 203 — precisely so nobody could come back afterward and say "but what about Kosovo?" 3 Britain came very early — country numbers seven through ten, in late 2013, just weeks after leaving Denmark. He crossed Calais to Dover after meeting Syrian refugees camped by the rail tracks, was refused as a foot passenger, and got across by knocking on car windows until a driver calling himself Rambling Rat let him ride along. 4 Travelling only overland and by sea teaches you something you cannot learn from an airplane: how enormous the world actually is, and how gradually it changes. Thor points out that at borders, people wear the same clothes, eat the same food, often share a language — and the plants and animals don't care which side they're on. The real changes happen further inland. 5 He became a Red Cross Goodwill Ambassador early on, which transformed the project. Within weeks he realized it wasn't a country project but a people project. Meeting national Red Cross societies gave him rapid, genuine insight into each country — its economy, its government, whether it was a strong or weak society — and gave balance to a social media feed that otherwise risked being relentlessly, artificially upbeat. 6 Two years in, in Central Africa, everything collapsed at once: he lost financial backing, his long-distance relationship was falling apart, he was recovering from cerebral malaria, he was suffering debilitating migraines for the first time in his life, and his life was at risk more than once. It was the point at which he genuinely broke — and the point at which he first wanted to go home. He still had eight years left. 7 The pandemic stranded him in Hong Kong for two years. He'd arrived expecting a four-day transit stop. Immigration eventually told him he couldn't stay indefinitely as a visitor and offered three options: marry someone, study, or work. He ended up employed by the Danish Seamen's Church as "junior assistant to a reverend who wasn't there," shopping for seafarers trapped aboard their ships and unable to come ashore. 8 Hong Kong was both the worst and best chapter. CNN picked up his story, which went viral and transformed his profile. The Hong Kong Tourism Board nicknamed him "Hong Kong's only tourist." By the end he had two apartments, two cars, a driver's licence, a temporary ID card and a dentist. It remains the place in the world he misses most. 9 He felt no joy at all on reaching the final countries. Sri Lanka, then the Maldives on 23 May 2023 — everything had become "automated and mechanic," and he was working through interviews while everyone else scuba dived and drank martinis. The project was successful in the Maldives, but it was completed when he got home to Aarhus, 31 days later by container ship — 40 container ships in total across the decade. 10 Thor's strongest observation about travel is that most of the world is deeply ordinary. People go to work, go to school, spend time with family, follow their sports teams. He travelled through the Game of Thrones years and found everyone everywhere talking about it. He saw a boy in Libya spinning a Captain America shield fidget spinner. We are, he argues, far more connected than we think. ⠀ Soundbites 1 "I found out no one had accomplished it completely without flying. For most people that would be an uh-huh kind of moment, and then people would move on. But it struck me like lightning." — Thor on the email from his father that started everything. 2 "There's a common phrase where people say it's a small world. It really isn't. If it was a small world, I think I would have been back home a lot sooner." — Thor on what a decade overland teaches you. 3 "Around most border areas, people wear the same clothes. You get the same food on either side. The plants and the animals in the area do not care which side of the border they're on." — Thor on seeing where countries actually meet. 4 "Within weeks I realized that this wasn't a country project, that this was a people project." — Thor on the shift that changed everything. 5 "I was in Central Africa and I was deep in over my head. I lost financial backing. My long-distance relationship was falling apart. I was recovering from cerebral malaria. My life was at risk several times. And I just lost the motivation to continue." — Thor on the moment it broke him, two years in. 6 "If there was a competition within hospitality globally, like the Olympics, we would be on the bench watching the other countries. We are kind and helpful and friendly — but we have no idea how friendly we could be." — Thor comparing Northern European and global hospitality. 7 "I made an excuse that I was going to the bathroom, but really what I wanted to do was go and pay for all of us. And on my way there, they already knew what I was up to and shouted to the cashier — don't let him pay, we will take care of it." — Thor on his host Dafala in Sudan. 8 "So I was hired to be the junior assistant to a reverend who wasn't there." — Thor on how he solved his Hong Kong immigration problem. 9 "I arrived with my hat and my backpack, and when I was at my highest I had two apartments, I had two cars, I had access to the port, I had my driver's licence, I had a dentist. I had a life in Hong Kong." — Thor on two years stranded. 10 "The real story here is that most of the world is such an ordinary place. It is just people getting by in life, making the best of the situations that they have. Going to work, going to school, spending time with family, falling in love, following their sports teams." — Thor on what a decade on the road actually revealed. ⠀ Chapters 00:21 Introduction — One continuous journey, every country on earth, and no airplanes 01:48 Where Does an Idea Like That Come From? — Twelve years in shipping, and an email from his father 03:46 The Lightning Bolt — Discovering nobody had done it without flying 04:30 Did He Know What He Was Signing Up For? — Four years becomes ten 04:54 Two Years In, Central Africa — Where it all fell apart the first time 06:30 THE NO FLYING RULE — What travelling overland and by sea actually gives you 07:20 How Big the World Really Is — Denmark, Texas, Greenland and the skewed world map 08:47 Where Countries Meet — Same clothes, same food, and animals that don't care about borders 09:36 Watching the Landscape Change — Desert to bushes to forest to mountains 10:17 Which Definition of a Country? — 193 UN states, and why Thor's list runs to 203 12:24 THE RED CROSS — How being a Goodwill Ambassador changed the journey 12:50 A People Project, Not a Country Project 13:22 What the Red Cross Gave Him — Rapid, genuine insight into every country he entered 15:08 Balance — Why it mattered to post things that weren't relentlessly positive 16:05 BRITAIN — Country numbers seven through ten, in late 2013 16:44 Calais — Meeting Syrian refugees by the rail tracks before crossing 17:28 Rambling Rat — Refused as a foot passenger, and getting across by knocking on windows 17:58 Bristol — An open-air museum of seafaring history 18:38 Wales — A kind host, a house with grass to the windows, and a toilet in the front yard 19:11 Minimum 24 Hours Per Country — And how fast the early legs moved 19:24 Northern Ireland — The James Bond of the Red Cross, and a city of walls 20:00 "It's Raining a Wee Bit" — Thor's accent problem 20:32 Scotland — Awestruck by the west coast, and on to Glasgow and Edinburgh 21:08 Edinburgh — His girlfriend, now wife, visits two weeks after he left home 21:34 London — Les Misérables, dodgy tickets, and an unexpectedly happy ending 22:48 Back to the UK — A missed ship to Iceland, and an unplanned return via Immingham 23:42 The Pharmacy Dash — Crawling under the shutters for seasickness pills 24:26 Scrabster — And a devastating email about a ship that isn't coming 25:04 Edinburgh Again, Then Inverness — Hogmanay with a bartender who takes in strangers 26:15 CULTURAL DIFFERENCE — Reading what people really think of you 26:50 The Hospitality Olympics — Why Northern Europe would be on the bench 27:40 Dafala in Sudan — Not being allowed to pay for anything 29:07 Poland and Hong Kong — Strangers who cook for you at midnight, and four days that became five months 29:54 "The Guest Is God" — Hospitality in India and Pakistan 31:02 The Arab World — Why you may never know what someone truly thinks of you 31:41 Denmark, Britain and America — Three different ways of masking contempt 33:12 THE UNITED STATES — How he got there and what happened 33:26 Iceland to Greenland to Canada — Crossing the Atlantic by ship 34:21 Immigration at Buffalo — Colin Farrell, a German form, and a very unimpressed officer 35:37 New York at 4 AM — Sleeping under a tree in Central Park 36:39 A Bird, a Beard and Free Wi-Fi — Central Park as a budget traveller's dream 37:04 Washington DC — Free museums, and more homelessness than the movies show 37:56 THE CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR — The train that changed the trip 38:09 Meeting Art — A chance conversation in the queue 38:45 Four Hours in Chicago — A grandfather's grave and a different ticket 40:06 The First Class Surprise — Art's private cabin, bunk beds and meals included 41:00 Communal Dining — Strangers, awkward seating, and solving global politics three times a day 42:18 San Francisco and Onward — To Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean 43:19 WHEN IT GOT HARD — The end of the good energy days 43:32 Naive Expectations — CNN, BBC and Nike were not, in fact, calling 44:49 Central Africa — "That is just a different level of hardship" 45:40 An Astonishing Part of the World — Beautiful, lush, friendly, and extremely hard to travel 46:34 Losing the Thread — Forgetting why any of it mattered 47:24 Migraines and Malaria — What his body did in response 48:40 At Gunpoint — And the moment he grabbed a steering wheel at speed 49:18 Where an Ambulance Might Not Come — The reality of a medical emergency in that region 50:03 MOST OF THE WORLD IS ORDINARY — Game of Thrones, fidget spinners and a Captain America shield in Libya 51:52 THE PANDEMIC — Two weeks' delay in the Solomon Islands, then the Marshall Islands 52:45 Four Days in Hong Kong Becomes Two Years 53:31 Down to the Last Nine Countries — And desperate to go home 54:24 Five Months With One Family — And the need for personal space 55:03 CNN Finds Him — The article that went viral and changed everything 55:38 Hong Kong's Only Tourist — Working with the Hong Kong Tourism Board 56:28 Immigration Runs Out of Patience — Marry, study, or work 57:35 THE DANISH SEAMEN'S CHURCH — Junior assistant to an absent reverend 58:27 Seafarers Trapped Aboard — Suicide rates, shipboard dentistry, and captains who died at sea 59:32 Shopping for the Ships — What Thor actually did for a year 01:00:17 Forty Container Ships — And the satisfaction of giving something back 01:00:27 The Luck of the Delay — Why being stuck in Hong Kong was better than the alternatives 01:01:20 A Life in Hong Kong — Two apartments, two cars, a dentist, and the place he misses most 01:02:04 THE END OF THE JOURNEY — Sri Lanka, then the Maldives 01:02:47 Bureaucratic Obstacles to the Finish Line — Not allowed to leave the ship 01:03:33 Flags, Friends and a Resort Island — And Gunnar Garfors breaking the story 01:04:14 No Joy At All — Working through interviews while everyone else celebrated 01:05:20 Successful in the Maldives, Completed at Home — And why he refused to fly back 01:06:06 The Milan Maersk — 31 days from Malaysia to Aarhus 01:06:46 Windmills in the English Channel — The slow return home 01:07:20 Homecoming — Rain, a crowd at the portside, and his wife 01:07:59 WHAT NOW? — The Adventurers' Club and a secret expedition 01:08:48 Africa, Camels, Volcano — Three clue words and nothing more 01:09:09 Life Today — Speaking engagements, film festivals and book events 01:09:34 Emirates Business Class vs Ryanair — A memorable downgrade 01:10:06 Wrap-Up — The Impossible Journey, out now, and Friends of Anglotopia Video Version

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Breathless Adventure: Lessons from de Zaanse Schans Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-09-17-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zon scheen helder boven de Zaanse Schans.En: The sun shone brightly over de Zaanse Schans.Nl: De lucht was fris en de bomen droegen hun herfstkleuren trots.En: The air was crisp, and the trees proudly wore their autumn colors.Nl: Bram was aan het genieten.En: Bram was enjoying himself.Nl: Het was zijn eerste keer hier, en hij wilde alles zien.En: It was his first time here, and he wanted to see everything.Nl: Hij hield van avontuur en had zijn camera klaar om foto's te maken.En: He loved adventure and had his camera ready to take photos.Nl: Maaike, zijn gids, kende de verhalen van de Zaanse Schans als geen ander.En: Maaike, his guide, knew the stories of de Zaanse Schans like no one else.Nl: Ze vertelde geduldig over de molens en de oude houten huizen.En: She patiently told stories about the windmills and the old wooden houses.Nl: Haar stem was kalm en vriendelijk.En: Her voice was calm and friendly.Nl: Bram luisterde aandachtig, maar zijn ogen dwaalden steeds af naar de draaiende wieken van de molens.En: Bram listened attentively, but his eyes kept drifting to the spinning blades of the windmills.Nl: Bram voelde zich opgewonden.En: Bram felt excited.Nl: Hij wilde niet alleen horen, hij wilde ervaren.En: He didn't just want to hear; he wanted to experience.Nl: Dus liep hij sneller, nam lange, diepe ademteugen van de frisse lucht.En: So, he walked faster, taking long, deep breaths of the fresh air.Nl: Maaike lette op hem.En: Maaike watched over him.Nl: Ze zag dat zijn enthousiasme hem een beetje overweldigde, maar Bram glimlachte alleen maar en hield zijn camera klaar.En: She noticed that his enthusiasm slightly overwhelmed him, but Bram just smiled and kept his camera ready.Nl: Plotseling stopte Bram.En: Suddenly, Bram stopped.Nl: Hij leek buiten adem.En: He seemed out of breath.Nl: De lucht was ineens zwaarder en het voelde alsof er een touw om zijn borst was gespannen.En: The air suddenly felt heavier, as if a rope was tightened around his chest.Nl: Hij had zo hard lopen genieten dat hij de vroege signalen van zijn astma negeerde.En: He had been enjoying himself so much that he ignored the early signs of his asthma.Nl: Zijn ademhaling werd zwaar.En: His breathing became labored.Nl: Maaike merkte het direct op.En: Maaike noticed immediately.Nl: Ze was meteen bezorgd, maar bleef kalm.En: She was concerned but remained calm.Nl: "Bram," zei ze zacht, "rustig ademen.En: "Bram," she said softly, "breathe calmly.Nl: Waar is je inhalator?"En: Where's your inhaler?"Nl: Bram pakte zijn inhalator uit zijn tas, maar zijn handen trilden.En: Bram took his inhaler out of his bag, but his hands trembled.Nl: Maaike hielp hem, hield hem gefocust.En: Maaike helped him, keeping him focused.Nl: Samen, recht voor de prachtige oude molen, kon hij eindelijk weer vrijer ademen.En: Together, right in front of the beautiful old windmill, he was finally able to breathe more freely again.Nl: Maaike was ondertussen al bezig om discreet hulp te roepen.En: Meanwhile, Maaike was already discreetly calling for help.Nl: Het wachten leek eeuwig te duren, maar hulp kwam snel.En: The wait seemed to last forever, but help arrived quickly.Nl: Bram werd in hulpvolle armen geleid.En: Bram was led into helpful arms.Nl: Het avontuur was misschien afgelopen, maar zijn gezondheid was nu het belangrijkste.En: The adventure might have ended, but his health was now the most important thing.Nl: Nadat hij verzorgd was, zat Bram rustig op een bankje.En: After being cared for, Bram sat quietly on a bench.Nl: De schrik was groot geweest, maar Maaike zat naast hem, geruststellend.En: The shock had been great, but Maaike sat next to him, reassuring.Nl: Ze gaf hem een vriendelijke glimlach.En: She gave him a friendly smile.Nl: "Je gezondheid eerst, Bram.En: "Your health first, Bram.Nl: Avonturen komen later wel weer."En: Adventures will come again later."Nl: Bram knikte, dankbaar voor Maaike's hulp.En: Bram nodded, grateful for Maaike's help.Nl: Hij keek naar de foto's die hij had gemaakt.En: He looked at the photos he had taken.Nl: De dag was korter dan hij wilde, maar elke foto vertelde een verhaal.En: The day was shorter than he wanted, but each photo told a story.Nl: Hij had geleerd.En: He had learned.Nl: Dit avontuur had hem iets waardevols gebracht: een les in voorzichtigheid en zorg voor zichzelf.En: This adventure had brought him something valuable: a lesson in caution and self-care.Nl: En terwijl de zon langzaam onderging over de Zaanse Schans, voelde Bram een nieuw soort tevredenheid.En: And as the sun slowly set over de Zaanse Schans, Bram felt a new kind of contentment.Nl: Hij wist dat hij de schoonheid van avontuur ook kon waarderen terwijl hij zijn grenzen respecteerde.En: He knew that he could appreciate the beauty of adventure while respecting his limits.Nl: En Maaike?En: And Maaike?Nl: Zij was blij dat ze een vriend had kunnen helpen, daar bij de wiekende molens en de kleurrijke herfstbladeren.En: She was glad she could help a friend, there by the spinning windmills and the colorful autumn leaves. 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Apologies for the lateness of the episode, your humble editor was moving into your humble host's apartment and forgot to schedule the episode! This time on Sherlock Says, your hosts Rachael and Ansel are covering the 1971 film They Might Be Giants about a judge who succumbs to a delusion that he is Sherlock Holmes.And yes, that's where they got the name.Contact the pod! Linktree at: https://linktr.ee/sherlocksayspod?fbclid=PAAaalIOau9IFlX3ixKFo3lsvmq6U1pYn8m3cf7N6aOqkqUGCljCO0R00KZ3E 

Join Clive Anderson for a party at the Edinburgh International Book Festival.Taskmaster winner Sophie Duker spins great comedy from terrible encounters in her latest show Hot Beef Injection.Comedian John Kearns brings Tilting at Windmills to the Fringe - monk cap, false teeth and all.One of India's biggest stand-ups Kanan Gill will be chatting about how his show Not This Again changes during worldwide tours. Writer and poet Jenni Fagan makes satire out of life after death in her book The Delusions. Plus music from poet Len Pennie and composer Paul Leonard-Morgan who've collaborated on an album called Delusions, and the cast of The Real Kyle McCarren.Presenter: Clive Anderson Producer: Caitlin Sneddon Production Co-ordinator: Lauren Stewart

It's an amazing piece of architecture and a historic landmark that you have a chance to see up close!My guest today is Dr. George Ebers who has spent a few years now refurbishing the historic Folmar Windmill, a Netherlands-style structure located northeast of Bayfield.Magnetic Moments at Windmill Lake Farm will happen on Sunday August 30th from 1-4pm, in support of the AMGH Foundation's quest to bring MRI technology to Huron County.*****The Radio Sessions are the extended versions of interviews heard on my Saturday morning radio show with Shoreline Classics. Listen Live: 99.7 in Goderich - 95.5 in Kincardine - 90.9 in Saugeen Shores. ALSO, Online at shorelineclassicsfm .com or on the iHeart radio app.

Amanda went on a great first date, and now she's being ghosted. They played mini golf and had ice cream. Amanda thought she made a connection but hasn't heard from her date since. She wants to know why she's being ghosted. 

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Five weeks with no rain, and Adventure Town's wells are running dry!

Send us Fan MailBefore we begin, let me emphasize that today I'll be talking with a wax figure that never existed– In this case, a figure from literature that was never flesh and bone, but the author of the literary work from which she came created a character that is extremely lifelike, and teaches us a great deal about human nature.I know that in the early 21st century, a group of 100 prominent writers selected Don QUIOXOTE as the greatest novel of all time. In the novel– If I remember correctly–the author Miguel de Cervantes shows the negative consequences of following a way of life that is completely out of touch. He reminds us that even a supposedly intelligent person can become completely foolish in the character of Don QUIOXOTE of La Mancha.I met that individual last night–or at least a wax figure of that character, and I knew that something was unusual when I saw that he was dressed in armor–that this could be a person or character who was following a way of life that was completely and unrealistically old-fashioned.Support the showThank you for experiencing Celebrate Creativity.

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In this episode of They Remade It, Stuart and Jacob once more take a look at heists and romance as they compare the two versions of "The Thomas Crown Affair". How does changing something as simple as a bank robbery to an art heist make a world of difference in the intrigue? And what of the connections between McQueen/Dunaway and Brosnan/Russo? Join the two as they dissect character dynamics, pacing, and endings of both films. And what of the Oscar winning song "Windmills of Your Mind" - does it hold up?Also in this episode are bits on "Undertone" and "Disclosure Day", a debate about endings and their relation to theming, heists of dinosaur bones and the Nevada Simpson's house, and a movie Stuart watched but cannot for the LIFE of him remember the name of. All this and more on They Remade It!Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 30:39 - 39:19----------Socials----------@theyremadeit.bsky.social on Blueskytheyremadeit@gmail.com

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Ghostly Discoveries: Unveiling Secrets of the Abandoned Windmill Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-06-27-22-34-01-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In de verlaten vlaktes van wat ooit Nederland was, stond een oude windmolen.En: In the abandoned plains of what was once Nederland, stood an old windmill.Nl: Hij reikte als een eenzame wachter naar de lucht, zijn houten wieken stil als een gezonken schip.En: It reached out like a lone sentinel to the sky, its wooden vanes motionless like a sunken ship.Nl: Rondom groeiden wilde struiken, kapotte ruiten schitterden in de zon, en oud, roestig machinerie herinnerde aan een verloren tijdperk.En: Wild bushes grew around it, broken windows glistened in the sun, and old, rusty machinery reminded of a lost era.Nl: Sanne, Daan en Joris naderden voorzichtig.En: Sanne, Daan, and Joris approached cautiously.Nl: Het was zomer en de hitte drukte zwaar op hun schouders.En: It was summer and the heat pressed heavily on their shoulders.Nl: Sanne veegde het zweet van haar voorhoofd.En: Sanne wiped the sweat from her forehead.Nl: Zij was de leider, altijd oplettend.En: She was the leader, always vigilant.Nl: "We hebben meer voorraden nodig.En: "We need more supplies.Nl: Deze plek heeft te lang ongezien gestaan," zei ze vastberaden.En: This place has been left unseen for too long," she said resolutely.Nl: Daan, vol goede moed, knikte.En: Daan, full of good spirits, nodded.Nl: "Misschien vinden we wat anders," zei hij, hoopvol.En: "Maybe we'll find something else," he said, hopeful.Nl: Maar zelfs hij kon de sierlijke spookverhalen over de molen niet vergeten.En: But even he couldn't forget the graceful ghost stories about the mill.Nl: Joris keek schichtig om zich heen.En: Joris looked nervously around.Nl: "Ik weet niet hoor.En: "I don't know.Nl: We moeten oppassen."En: We should be careful."Nl: De molen bruiste van verhalen.En: The mill buzzed with stories.Nl: Geesten zouden er wonen, zeiden de dorpelingen, degenen die de moed hadden hun woord aan de windmolen te wijden.En: Ghosts were said to live there, according to the villagers, those who dared to dedicate their words to the windmill.Nl: Sanne wist dat angst hun grootste vijand was.En: Sanne knew that fear was their greatest enemy.Nl: "Kom," sprak ze kalm.En: "Come," she spoke calmly.Nl: "We moeten verder."En: "We must move on."Nl: Ze gingen naar binnen.En: They went inside.Nl: De planken kraakten onder hun voeten.En: The floorboards creaked beneath their feet.Nl: Stof dwarrelde in de lucht.En: Dust swirled in the air.Nl: Binnen vond Sanne kratten.En: Inside, Sanne found crates.Nl: Tot haar opluchting zat er voedsel in.En: To her relief, there was food in them.Nl: Ze riep de anderen.En: She called the others.Nl: Maar voordat ze de kratten konden pakken, hoorde Joris een laag gegrom buiten.En: But before they could grab the crates, Joris heard a low growl outside.Nl: Zijn ogen vernauwden.En: His eyes narrowed.Nl: "We moeten hier weg," zei hij met duidelijke ernst.En: "We need to get out of here," he said with clear urgency.Nl: De spanning groeide.En: The tension grew.Nl: Sanne wist dat ze op Joris moest vertrouwen.En: Sanne knew she had to trust Joris.Nl: Hij had altijd een scherp oog.En: He always had a keen eye.Nl: Even leek de tijd stil te staan.En: For a moment, time seemed to stand still.Nl: Toen dacht Daan aan een oude uitgang die hij eerder had gezien.En: Then Daan remembered an old exit he had seen earlier.Nl: "Daarlangs," fluisterde hij.En: "This way," he whispered.Nl: Zijn plan was eenvoudig maar doeltreffend.En: His plan was simple but effective.Nl: Ze grepen de voorraden en volgden Joris, die een smalle, verborgen paadje door de nauwe muren van de molen vond.En: They grabbed the supplies and followed Joris, who found a narrow, hidden path through the tight walls of the mill.Nl: Tussen het geruis en gekraak ontstonden hun geschrokken kreten als fluisteringen in de nacht.En: Among the rustling and creaking, their startled cries sounded like whispers in the night.Nl: Ze glipten stilletjes weg, het gegrom verbleekte in de verte.En: They slipped away quietly, the growling fading into the distance.Nl: Met een zucht van opluchting stonden ze weer buiten.En: With a sigh of relief, they stood outside again.Nl: Sanne keek naar haar twee vrienden.En: Sanne looked at her two friends.Nl: Ze glimlachte.En: She smiled.Nl: Hun samenwerking had hen gered.En: Their collaboration had saved them.Nl: "Dank jullie," sprak ze.En: "Thank you," she spoke.Nl: Ze voelde de kracht van hun drie verschillende benaderingen.En: She felt the strength of their three different approaches.Nl: Onder de zinderende zon, met de windmolen als achtergrond, voelde Sanne dat hun reis verder zou gaan.En: Under the shimmering sun, with the windmill as a backdrop, Sanne felt that their journey would continue.Nl: Ze werden sterker, samen.En: They were growing stronger, together.Nl: Hun verhalen waren hun kracht, zoals de wind de wieken van de molen had gestuwd.En: Their stories were their strength, just as the wind had propelled the vanes of the mill.Nl: En in de stilte na het avontuur, waren zij weer een stap dichterbij hun volgende overleving.En: And in the silence after the adventure, they were one step closer to their next survival. Vocabulary Words:abandoned: verlatenplains: vlaktessentinel: wachtervanes: wiekenmotionless: stilsunken: gezonkenbushes: struikenglisten: schitterenrusty: roestigmachinery: machinerieera: tijdperkcautiously: voorzichtigforehead: voorhoofdvigilant: oplettendresolutely: vastberadengraceful: sierlijkeghost: spookcreak: krakenswirl: dwarrelencrates: krattenrelief: opluchtinggrowl: gegromurgency: ernsttension: spanningnarrowed: vernauwdenstartled: geschrokkenwhisper: fluisteringfading: verblekensigh: zuchtcollaboration: samenwerking

The Lower Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report is your best resource for the Virginia Beach Fishing Report, Ocean View Fishing Report, Norfolk Fishing Report, Lynnhaven Inlet Fishing Report, and everywhere in between.For the anglers looking for an Eastern Shore Fishing Report, Hampton fishing report, Buckroe Beach Fishing Report, or York River fishing report, look no further. Every week we bring you a report for those anglers interested in a Cape Charles fishing report and a Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel fishing report and for every location in the Lower Chesapeake Bay. For our guys looking for the Virginia fishing report, we've got you covered.First up this week is Captain Michael Hosang with Fishing4mortgages as he takes us for an indepth look at the windmill bases. We learn about the temp changes, the species he sees, Tog, Sheepshead, Cobia, and several more. Captain Mike shares his best practices for equipment, safety and mindfulness when it comes to sustainable harvesting. He also has the best buckets known to mankind! Check him out on insta, FB and for more info on diving and mortgage advice, call/text at 757-478-6122Next we hear from a new contributing captain, Alex Brown, out of the Eastern Shore of VA. Where he and his team entered and WON 1st Place in the Cobia East Fishing Tournament. He talks us through the entire day, the bite, the tough decision to keep or release, and the moment when time stood still, and 1 ounce was all that mattered. Captain Alex runs a 27' contender purpose built for Cobia, Reds, the Wrecks and more. He can be followed on Instagram @adrenalinesportfishing_ or you can reach him via email alexbrown4403@gmail.com or by phone 757-695-0942Sponsors:EMS Endeck PVC DeckingPure Flats - Slick LuresAFTCOSlipSki SolutionsBlack BuffaloHilton's Realtime NavigatorSea Tow

00:00 - Intro00:45 - How Often Should You Actually Change Your Program?07:52 - How to Build a Strong Back for Real Life Strength?15:27 - How to Rotate Between Barbell and Kettlebell ABF?18:48 - Dan John's Take on Renegade Rows & KB Windmills24:54 - Dan John on Faith, Christianity, and How He Trains32:03 - Which Exercises Are Best for "Greasing the Groove"?35:32 - Which Weight Should You Start With on the Armor Building Formula?38:34 - What to Do When You Can't Jump to the Next KB Weight?41:25  - How Long Should You Stick to Easy Strength?► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to danjohnunivesity.com/bookstore to get Dan's latest book.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue joins Howie to discuss Gov. Healey's failed energy policies and her comments today on windmills.  Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

¿Y si nuestra vida fuera un conjunto de recuerdos, preguntas y coincidencias girando sin cesar? Inspirados por The Windmills of Your Mind, de Mel Tormé, conversamos con Lourdes Rodríguez sobre la memoria, el paso del tiempo, las historias que nos contamos y las conexiones inesperadas que dan forma a nuestras vidas.Acompáñanos.Mándanos un mensaje.Agrégate nuestros playlists a tu Spotify: 'A Pie De Letra Temporada 1' y 'A Pie De Letra Temporada 2' y Temporada 3, para que nos acompañes cada semana con una nueva canción.

It's got parkrun Monopoly sets, nerding about energy windmills, print matters, parkrun's 1-millionth event and Joe Wilkinson is one of us. Nicola gets all excited about stickers and Danny has the best vanilla day at Rothamsted Park parkrun in Harpenden, Herts.

Finally, we are pleased to present our June podcasts following my family commitments. There has undoubtedly been a backlog of new music to review. With several weeks to catch up, we are now releasing a double edition that encompasses a diverse range of electronic music genres. Part 2 is our customary three-hour edition, split into two sections: the first is more relaxed, and the second part introduces significantly darker soundscapes. Download bios: https://www.sequencesmagazine.com/podcasts/ Playlist No 289 part 2 00.00 David Helpling & Scott Reich 'Source Of The Longest River' (album Through The Thought Horizon) https://davidhelpling.bandcamp.com/album/through-the-thought-horizon 06.23 David Helpling & Scott Reich ‘The Simplest Of Miracles' 13.32 Anya Pelevina ‘Flow' https://soundcloud.com/ann-pelevina 16.03 Anya Pelevina ‘Learn To Tame Your Triggers 396HZ' 23.54 V E E N ‘Cape Alava' (EP Meander) https://v-e-n-n.bandcamp.com/album/meander-2 26.23 Thomas Lemmer ‘A Sky Of Light, A Symphony Of Unfolding' (album Dreamscapes II) https://sine-music.bandcamp.com 29.20 Thomas Lemmer 'Stars We Fade' 31.41 Thomas Lemmer 'The Sound Of Letting Go' 34.05 Echo Season 'Tachyon Trace' (album Residual Signals) https://synphaera.bandcamp.com/album/residual-signals 44..40 Domy Castellano 'Nubiloso' (EP II Fiume) Echoes In the Valley https://domycastellano.bandcamp.com/album/il-fiume 47.21 Sundad ‘Vader' (album Way Station One) https://sundad.com 51.02 Sundad ‘Grandfather Clock' 53.09 anthéne ‘Thorns' (album Air Signs) https://dronarivm.bandcamp.com/album/air-signs 59.30 Jonn Serrie ‘Aftervisions' (Compilation: The Deep Sleep in Deep Space Collection) https://link.to/deepsleepindeepspace 01.05.00 Jonn Serrie ‘Straight on Til Morn' 01.11.49 Dear Gravity, Runaway Horses ‘Beholding' (EP Terrene) https://deargravitymusic.bandcamp.com/album/terrene 01.14.10 Dear Gravity, Runaway Horses ‘Terrene' 01.16.53 Man From Mars ‘Memories Of Sadness' (EP Kaguya) https://manfrommars5.bandcamp.com 01.20.31 Ancient Astronauts ‘Unfolding Landscapes' (EP Softening) https://ancientastronaut.bandcamp.com/album/softening 01.24 03 The Silent Tide ‘Down By The Lighthouse' (album Drift & Distance) 01.27.33 YODOKIII ‘Nidarosdomen' (Single Track Live At Olavsfest Trondheim, Norway 2023)*** https://yodokiii.bandcamp.com/album/nidarosdomen 01.39.05 The Interstellar Cementmixers 'Timedust' (album Dislodged Resonance) *** https://interstellarcementmixers.bandcamp.com/album/dislodged-resonance 01.48.20 Gydja ‘Heidthornir' (album Níu kom ek heima fyr Niflhel neðan) https://winter-light.bandcamp.com/album/n-u-kom-ek-heima-fyr-niflhel-ne-an 01.53.12 Gydja 'Skatynir' 01.59.17 Santi Costanzo ‘Movimento I' (album CICLICA - Autocracy of Deception, Volume II) https://santicostanzo.bandcamp.com/album/ciclica-autocracy-of-deception-volume-ii 02.01.20 Santi Costanzo ‘Movimento VIII' 02.05.24 Paul Haslinger & Christian Wittman ‘Fictious' (album Borges) 02.11.18 Paul Haslinger & Christian Wittman ‘Jamais n'abolira' (album Mallarme) 02.17.03 Tony Gerber ‘Ice Drone A' (album Ice Drones) *** https://tonygerber.bandcamp.com/album/ice-drones 02.27.26 Sam Rosenthal 'Solar Silent Sound' (album The Width Of Shadows) www.projekt.com 02.32.29 Conrad Schnitzler 'Upwards' 12-03-07/02-03-23/12-03-07 (album Upwards) https://fonodroom.limitedrun.com/products/875486-conrad-schnitzler-upwards-cd 02.42.50 Conrad Schnitzler ‘Windmills '15-02.00/16-02-69/17-01-01/02-04/00-48/01-11'(album Windmills) https://fonodroom.limitedrun.com/products/875485-conrad-schnitzler-windmills-cd 02.48.31 Ron Berry ‘Lines Of Force' (album Euler) *** http://www.ron-berry.co.uk 02.54.21 Uhushuhu feat: Prorok ‘Arter A Beetle' (album To Those Lost In The Woods) https://owltotem.bandcamp.com/album/to-those-lost-in-the-woods Edit ***

Send us Fan MailMid-Rise Purpose-Built Rental - Mathieu Fleury on Leader Lane's Mid-Rise Mass Timber Rentals, Market Risk, and What Toronto Needs to Build More Housing Payam interviews Mathieu Fleury, partner at Toronto mid-rise developer Leader Lane Development, focused on purpose-built rental, including a nine-storey, 60-unit mass-timber project at 230 Royal York nearing occupancy, plus other Etobicoke projects and partnerships with Windmill, Elm, and the One Planet Living Fund. Fleury recounts his path from Montreal to Cambridge's real estate finance program, early roles at Loblaw Properties, Great Gulf, Dream Unlimited, and private equity at ForgeStone, where he underwrote 100+ deals annually and identified a gap for repeatable urban infill “missing middle” projects. He describes using site plan/minor variance to avoid rezoning, the challenges of small floor plates and code thresholds, and shifting from condos to rentals as the investor market weakened. They discuss purpose-built rental risks (rent levels, absorption, servicing debt), a looming supply cliff, innovation like mass timber and modular, balcony/amenity tradeoffs, and his top policy wish: reduce government fees and taxes that drive housing costs. Fleury also notes interest in multiplex housing as a complementary solution.Policy Tailwinds And BottlenecksBig Developer PlaybookCondo Vs Rental RiskPurpose Built Rental UncertaintyRent Underwriting CautionSupply Cliff and ImmigrationAffordability and SalariesPurpose Built Rental ShiftCondo Presale Model BreaksPBR Returns and AlternativesApprovals and Underwriting SitesFor more information, please refer to RealEstateDevelopmentInsights.comTake our Free Assessment at: DevelopmentReadinessAssessment.com

Jules returns to the podcast to talk about her family's history of unhealthy enabling, how it impacted her addiction and recovery, and then how she is helping to change the pattern in her family and the families of the clients she helps every day at Windmill.Special Guest: Jules Santiago.

NextEra’s $67B all-stock Dominion deal targets data center alley. Plus China’s top five each outpace Vestas, and 80% of Swedish wind producers ran at a loss. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard’s StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary Barnes’ YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! [00:00:00] The Uptime Wind Energy podcast, brought to you by StrikeTape, protecting thousands of wind turbines from lightning damage worldwide. Visit striketape.com. And now, your hosts Speaker 6: Welcome to the Uptime Wind Energy podcast. I’m your host, Allen Hall, and I’m here with three other people, Matthew Stead, Rosemary Barnes, and, uh, Yolanda Padron down in Texas. Uh, we’re all getting ready to go to American Clean Power in Houston, Texas, where it will be practically 150 degrees and 99% humidity, and we’re all looking forward to those warm, wet days that we will spend It is very similar to New Orleans. New Orleans was also very warm and very humid. So there’s a trend going on here with American Clean Power, although we were up in Minneapolis not too long ago, uh, but I guess we were in Phoenix too, so we gotta find a middle ground, everybody. Can we go someplace like– [00:01:00] Rosemary says we should always go to the Maldives, Tahiti. I got a lot of requests from Tahiti from people. We never go there. We never go to Hawaii.  Rosemary Barnes: I’ve suggested Hawaii so many times, and I’ve been told that Americans are not gonna be given permission from their manager to go to Hawaii.  Speaker 6: It’s kinda like Las Vegas.  Rosemary Barnes: Maybe one day we’ll make it to San Diego or something and get, um, beach adjacent facility And if your presentation is too boring, then everyone will be at the beach. So that will be how we ensure quality control of the speakers, which is a big problem at these events now, right? Like you can’t, um, there’s– It’s more like the norm is fairly boring sales pitches rather than informative discussion.  Speaker 6: We used to have OMNS, when I say we, I mean the wind community used to have OMNS out in San Diego in Coronado at the Del Coronado is, I think that’s the hotel name. And the one time that I went, I think I’ve been [00:02:00] there, I would say one time, uh, everybody was outside on the, at the beach, basically on the patio. So they’re holding all these talks and discussions, and it’s… I’m looking around, it’s like me and five other people. Everybody else is out there next to the water. So they had a problem with that. So I guess what they figured, either make it really cold or make it really hot, so it forces everybody into the climate-controlled conditions of, uh, the, uh, auditorium to watch the speakers. Maybe that’s the, the plan. All right. Let’s, let’s, let’s talk about what happened with NextEra and Dominion because there’s going to be a huge merger. So if you thought utility business was boring, it’s not anymore. NextEra announced a sixty-seven billion dollar all-stock deal to acquire Dominion Energy, a move that would create the largest regulated electricity utility in the world by market cap. Uh, [00:03:00] the combined company would serve about ten million customers accounts across Florida, Virginia, North Carolina, where I’m based, and South Carolina with one hundred and ten gigawatts of generation across renewables, nuclear, and natural gas. Uh, but the real driver here is data centers, of course. Dominion sits in the heart of Virginia’s data center alley, where it has connected more than four hundred and fifty data centers, and NextEra is building thirty data center hubs through its NextEra Energy Resources subsidiary and has partnered with Google Cloud on paired generation campuses. So together, they would control about a hundred and thirty gigawatts of large load pipeline. And the question is whether the regulators will let it happen. And I think that’s, having watched some of the news articles over the last several days, uh, the news broke pretty much Sunday morning or late Saturday night that this was happening and [00:04:00] The first thing that came to mind, are the regulators going to let it happen? And the concern is going to be, and you can well imagine how this plays out, they’re going to drag Dominion and NextEra up to Washington, D.C. and berate them about how electricity rates cannot increase due to data centers. And if they don’t swear to that, then this merger won’t happen. That’s my interpretation of what’s about to happen. It may not, but how does this play out? How does everybody else on the team at Uptime see this play out?  Matthew Stead: Seems like a good idea to me. So more economies, more geographic diversity, more opportunity for renewables.  Yolanda Padron: I can’t speak to Dominion, um, but being relatively close to the NextEra engineering team, they, they really know their stuff, right? So I think it’s something that should kind of give us a, a sense of relief here that it, [00:05:00] it’s a big team, but it’s a really smart and competent team taking over a big undertaking.  Speaker 6: You would like to see renewables and data centers work together. This would be the perfect match of the two, right? The, the largest renewable owner management company, along with the biggest data center, uh, region. Connecting those two would make infinite sense, but in the, our political environment today in the United States, that may be the reason to oppose it.  Matthew Stead: Yeah, why would it be a bad idea?  Speaker 6: Windmills, Matthew. Windmills. Windmills are bad. Can’t even call them wind turbines anymore. They’re windmills.  Rosemary Barnes: I used to mock people for saying windmill instead of wind turbine, but then when I moved to Denmark, um, you know, who, you know, have a firm, firm ownership of modern wind energy, or at least did back 10, 20 years ago They say windmill when they speak English. Um, the Danish word for it is vindmølle, um, which means windmill. [00:06:00]And so I can’t… I couldn’t maintain that, that energy because like, am I gonna, am I gonna mock these, you know, like everybody at that company knew more about wind energy than I did. Am I gonna mock them for not, not knowing the difference between a windmill and a wind turbine? No. So yeah, that’s, that’s something that I, I don’t do anymore.  Matthew Stead: That is really valuable to know, um, Rosie. I must admit, I did not know that, and I would mock people saying w- windmill, so thank you for setting me straight.  Rosemary Barnes: Yeah, there are plenty of, um, plenty of people who don’t know the difference between a windmill and a wind turbine and think, “Oh, why you only got three blades with so much air between them? You know, you’re gonna… Y- if you would just put twice as many blades, you’d get twice as many energy. Everybody who works in wind energy is just an obs- obvious complete and utter idiot.” Um, so there’s that kind of person, but then there’s also the industry. Another fun fact that they call the blades wings. Uh, um, yeah, in Danish they call them blade wings, which they are. [00:07:00] Speaker 6: In Spanish, isn’t it shovels? ‘Cause when I always translate those, uh, Spanish questions over to English, it always comes out shovel. At least early on, y- the early versions of Google Translate would translate it to shovel. Like, what are they talking about shovel on a wind turbine? That doesn’t make any sense.  Yolanda Padron: Yeah, like a shovel or a stick or like a, what you row with.  Speaker 6: Oh, like an oar. Okay, that makes a lot more sense. Okay. Thank you, Yolanda.  Matthew Stead: I think it’s really interesting that, um- We don’t have much material on NextEra, Dominion. Um, yeah, we just don’t think it’s a good– We all think it’s a good idea. There’s no controversy here.  Speaker 6: Oh, there’ll be controversy. Don’t worry about that. There’s always controversy. Welcome to America.  Matthew Stead: But among the four of us-  Speaker 6: We all think it’s great.  Rosemary Barnes: Well, it’s, um, I mean, some of the interesting facts that I read was that they’ve got 130 gigawatts of load, um, that they’re bringing to the table, and 51 gigawatts of that is contracted data centers. So that’s, that’s interesting. [00:08:00] And I think large amounts of new data centers on the grid are controversial because in– if you’re not very, very careful about how you integrate them, then you can end up just making electricity more expensive for everybody in the area that doesn’t necessarily get, you know, profit sharing from the data center. So, um, I think that, uh, like, you know, the wind ind- in the wind industry, we’ve obviously been through and are still in the phase of where social license, um, community acceptance is one of the most important things, maybe the most important thing when you’re developing a new project. And I think that we’re just at the start of that realization for data centers as well. Companies that are building the, the data centers, they need to do more than what’s required of them because otherwise they have big risks of project delays. It’s millions of dollars delay, um, for the delay for, um, yeah, for every, every day that, um, a data center is held up. And so how can you afford to risk annoying anybody? [00:09:00] You know, you just wanna be like the just, just perfect, um, addition to the community so that everybody is just happy and, and lets the project proceed. So, yeah, I thought– think that that’s, that’s quite an interesting aspect that I think I’m gonna s- we’re gonna see changing as, you know, all these planned data centers become real data centers. There’s a real risk that everybody hates data centers soon as much as they, um, hated wind tur- um, wind farms for a while.  Yolanda Padron: For the consumer, aren’t there, like, I don’t know if they’re in Virginia, but aren’t there price caps too for the market? When you’re– When it comes to how expensive the megawatt hour is? Speaker 6: Not necessarily. Re- remember that AEP in Ohio, uh, was requiring data centers to buy electricity at a certain amount. Because they both basically committed not to raise prices for electricity to the local communities, and that would be really hard to do. And okay, great, if, if they can pull it off, awesome. But there’s already a lot of [00:10:00] pushback about it, and it hasn’t even gotten to the point of being real yet, so it’s only gonna get worse. I see. And all the data centers are gonna be up in space no matter what. Everybody’s talking about building data centers on the ground. There’s no shot that that’s gonna happen. I’m just telling you, ’cause they can’t do it. They don’t– They can’t build gas turbines fast enough. There’s just limitations there, and transformers and everything else. It’s gonna be in space. It’s so much easier.  Yolanda Padron: And all the approvals you have to get and everything.  Speaker 6: It will be easier to do it in space In space, you don’t have neighbors. Matthew Stead: I said it before, it’s just crazy. The key issue around data centers is it’s actually the transmission rather than generation. I mean, you know, at least in Australia, and correct me if I’m wrong, Rosie, but you know, less than half the price in Australia is generation. The other half is sort of retail and transmission and this and that. And so actually, you know, the generation cost shouldn’t really increase. It’s really the transmission and the, the poles and the wires, which are the problem. And [00:11:00] you know, to your point, Rosie, social, social license for poles and wires.  Rosemary Barnes: I’m actually really surprised at Allen, ’cause normally, Allen and I have this, um, you know, we’ve played out this scenario probably 50 or 100 times over the, over the years with emerging technologies, and it’s always me that’s like, “You know what? I think, uh, I think there’s something to this one.” Um, and Allen always poo-poos it, and in this case, Allen’s, Allen’s excited. I, I’m on Allen’s– So I also, I also think space data centers is, is a thing that’s more likely to happen than not, at least to some extent. Um, so yeah, but I think, Matt, you’ve got the more mainstream opinion. Speaker 6: The voice of the common man. I  Yolanda Padron: think for all of our listeners out there, this is the first time Rosie and Allen agree on anything, so round of applause team.  Speaker 6: It won’t last long, Yolande.  Rosemary Barnes: It’s not true because, you know, nine out of 10 new technologies I also think are stupid. Um, so Allen and I agree on the bulk of them, but then of that one in 10, you know, nine out of 10 of those I, I [00:12:00] like and Allen doesn’t, so this is the, you know, the one-tenth of the one-tenth, so. Speaker 6: I don’t like gas turbines. Can we all agree we don’t like gas turbines? It’s– That would be insane to scale.  Rosemary Barnes: You know what? I, I don’t have a particular problem with gas, gas turbines. I don’t want a lot of new gas turbines. Um, I guess that that’s– We can all agree on, on that. I don’t think the– I think we have most of the gas turbines that we need, or at least, um, will in the next couple of years. And, um, yeah, I do think that their existence supports faster electrification, um, and faster growth of wind and solar. So I’m definitely not someone that wants to see all gas turbines turned off tomorrow.  Speaker 6: No, I don’t, I don’t want to turn them off. I’m  Matthew Stead: just saying you can’t get to scale. Speaker 6: Delamination and bond line failures in blades are difficult problems to detect early. These hidden issues can cost you millions in repairs and lost energy production. CIC NDT are specialists to detect these critical flaws before they become [00:13:00] expensive burdens. Their non-destructive test technology penetrates deep into blade materials to find voids and cracks traditional inspections completely miss. CIC NDT maps every critical defect, delivers actionable reports, and provides support to get your blades back in service. So  Matthew Stead: visit cicndt.com because catching blade problems early will save you  Speaker 6: millions. Well, for the first time, five Chinese turbine manufacturers have all individually outpaced Danish wind giant Vestas in annual installations. Goldwind topped the global list with twenty-nine point seven gigawatts installed in twenty twenty-five. Behind them, Envision put up twenty-one point eight, Windy nineteen point eight, Mingyang at eighteen point six, and Sany at fifteen point one gigawatts. Vestas came in [00:14:00] sixth at twelve point nine gigawatts. The Chinese dominance was fueled by an enormous domestic market that has accounted for about ninety-four percent of those five manufacturers’ sales. Uh, but exports are obviously growing out of China too. The five captured nearly sixty percent of the hundred and seventy-eight gigawatts installed globally in twenty twenty-five, a year that saw the world market grow forty percent over twenty twenty-four. So Vestas still holds the crown for cumulative installations at two hundred and one gigawatts, but the gap in annual volume is now almost impossible to ignore. So Vestas has a lot of competition over in China. The, the amount of, uh, gigawatts coming out of the largest manufacturers in China is quite impressive, almost, well, more than double than what, uh, Vestas is doing, and Vestas is doing a pretty brisk business. What are, what are the outcomes of this, everyone? Is, can this be sustained in China [00:15:00] for very much longer? Can they continue to, to create at, at that rate?  Rosemary Barnes: Yes. Okay, move, move on to the next segment  Speaker 6: Well, that’s a, that’s a huge amount of gigawatts coming out of China. And if 94% of it’s staying in China, eventually you run out of China to put wind turbines in. Rosemary Barnes: They– I mean, we’re a long way from running out of places in China to put wind turbines in, because China is gigantic. A lot of it is not that populated. They’ve got a lot of offshore area still. But I just think it’s gonna follow the same playbook as, as solar probably, where you see, you know, early on heaps of domestic market, which is totally rock solid because it’s not relying on people to see a positive business case in doing it. You know, like it’s really… You know, targets are, are really mandated and people make sure that they are met. Um, and then the incentives are also different as well. Like my understanding is that [00:16:00] there’s a lot of incentives about installation of megawatts, um, and then, you know, the, the operation is like, we’ll figure that out as we go. The volume, the number of manufacturers that are there, they’ve got, you know, like such a great supply chain all there in the same area, so you can move fast and like I, I don’t see anything can get in the way of, you know, continuing to pump out these turbines at that speed. It’ll keep going until, you know, the government basically decides we’ve got, uh, enough wind energy now and then puts the, the brakes on it. And, you know, that’s what we’ve just been through in solar recently. China is, um… You know, they’ve just– they’ve got a big economy and they’ve just got like rock solid resolve to follow through on, on things that they commit to. Um, whether we can, you know, argue about whether it’s a smart strategy or not, but you know that they will follow it, they will execute on, on it. I don’t think anyone would, would say that they won’t. So I think, [00:17:00]can it continue forever? No. But do I think it can continue for another 10 years? Yes. And is that long enough to cause massive problems for any other manufacturer? I think also yes.  Matthew Stead: Hey, Rosie, can I ask you a question? You know, obviously there was some cable was proposed, you know, between Australia and Singapore. Do you see China going in that direction? You know, putting rather than pipes with gas in it, um, pipes with electrons? Uh,  Rosemary Barnes: I don’t see China– I’m actually working on a video at the moment about a global sub-sea grid, and I just interviewed, um, uh, Xlinks, you know, that was originally a project from Morocco to the UK, and then the other one, which is super cool, um, we might have an argument about the plausibility of it, is NATO L, which is just in like early development stages. It’s going to connect the UK to Canada. Um, and yeah, so that’s, um, a few thousand kilometers long. The ocean depth is maximum [00:18:00] three, I think, kilometers, maybe even a tiny bit more than that, um, which is like right on the edge of what is possible. N-none of those projects really actually rely on big technological improvements. Um, they’re possible with today’s technologies. Um, but I don’t see China doing so much of that. I think that one thing that might actually stop that is that, um, when you have big interconnectors like that, I think the engineering part is not the hard, the hard part. I think that the, it’s the politics. I do see them exporting their, um, you know, they’ve got really good ultra high voltage DC technology, but the transmission lines, they have exported a little bit. There’s some projects in Brazil that are Chinese made. There’s one in India. I don’t actually know if that is Chinese made, but you know, like I could really imagine them also rolling out projects in Africa, for example. Um, but beyond that sort of thing, I, I wouldn’t tip China as the country to, you know, develop a global [00:19:00] sub-sea grid. Speaker 6: Do you think the low solar prices have hurt the wind manufacturers in China a little bit? Obviously, there’s a lot of solar panels that are able to be shipped immediately, which is what’s happening right now. But turbines, not so much. It’s a little harder to do. But you, you would think that a lot of these countries and communities would be putting in wind But solar is so cheap right now that, that is what is winning at the moment, and it must be hurting the Chinese wind manufacturers, you would think. Rosemary Barnes: I don’t think they’re really in a competition with each other, um, at the moment. In Australia, I think yes. I think that, um, the, like, roaring success of solar and especially batteries is, um, making wind less appealing to develop. But globally, I think that it’s, you know, it’s a race between, um, fossil fuels and renewables. It’s a race between energy security and continued reliance on, you know, countries that [00:20:00] you don’t really want to rely on for fossil fuels. I think that those are the, the much bigger, um, competition at the moment. It’s a bit short-sighted because, yeah, wind and solar is really easy for the, the part of the, uh, energy transition that we’re doing now, and, uh, if you just don’t build any wind until you reach the limit of solar and batteries, then you’ll find yourself quite far behind. So that’s what we’re really struggling with in Australia and finding, like, what is the right level of government, um, support because people… You know, like in an electricity market like Australia, you’re not supposed to rely on governments, you know, planning out the system and deciding what thing to build, and I think that that has been a real strength of the Australian market that it has, you know, the government has got out of the way. It is hard to see, um, us getting to where we need to go in a orderly fashion without some planning for this, like, lumpy middle part of the energy transition. I don’t know. What do you think, Matt? Is that how you see it in Australia as well?  Matthew Stead: Yeah, I think there’s a place [00:21:00] for everything, and, you know, wind, solar, battery is a perfect match and the right places for the right thing. Rosemary Barnes: It’s really hard because, you know, like, when you look at the system as a whole, you know, like you plan out what, what full energy system is cheaper and better, you know. Is it the, you know, the current fossil fuel system and all of the, you know, annual maintenance and, um, improvements like, um, extensions that need to go along with that to support, you know, things like data centers and population growth, or is it the fully renewable system? And, you know, if you look at the end state, then I don’t think that many studies or maybe any studies come to the conclusion that anything other than renewables is the, the cheaper, better system. But it’s just, it doesn’t mean that every step along the way is cheaper, and so you end up with this, yeah, like this hump in the middle that you’ve gotta, you’ve gotta get over if you wanna get from one to the other, and it’s, um, it’s complicated. Speaker 6: I just listened to a podcast about this half an hour ago, uh, and it [00:22:00] was very contentious. And I won’t get into the details of it, but it was just one or the other. We wanna have all petroleum-based, coal-based generation in the UK, or we want zero emissions. They never got into anywhere in the middle, which is where it’s going to have to be. So why don’t we talk about that? I– It doesn’t… The political atmosphere of the UK is, is a little unstable, as we’ve all read in the newspapers and seen online. Uh, but it, but it’s just causing the both sides to go to extremes. And on the renewable side, some of the arguments that are being made were so outlandish that I could hardly continue to listen to it. Same thing on the gas and coal side. Like, what are we gonna do? The UK is really in a pinch. They’re gonna have to do something, and it all– as Rosemary’s pointed out, doing nothing is real ex- it’s gonna be tremendously expensive too. So there’s, there’s gonna have to be a, a reckoning somehow, but it, it’s all tied to the [00:23:00] economy at the moment. Like most things that happen in a country, decisions are made about what’s happening right now, not what’s gonna happen five years from now.  Yolanda Padron: Right. And to your point, like countries need to protect themselves, right? Like what are you gonna do, bank on world peace?  Speaker 6: That’s a bad bet historically.  Matthew Stead: But, um, how many, how many of those charts have you seen in the last one to years where you’ve got the, the fossil fuel, say the coal generation versus renewable generation? How many of those, um, charts have crossed over in the last few years where, you know, renewables generation is, is higher than coal generation? It’s just, it’s happening all over the world. It’s just happening, and you look at the graphs, it’s just happening.  Speaker 6: It’s less expensive, so that’s why they’re doing it. The decision’s made with the dollar. You know, the financing and the bankers and insurance are all gonna drive that, and it’s not gonna be the decision you, the homeowner, are gonna have a lot of influence on. It’s all gonna be done at a higher level, and it’s gonna be whatever’s cheaper and whatever’s available. Back to Rosemary’s point, [00:24:00] solar is cheap and available, people are gonna do it. Wind is cheap and available, they’re gonna choose it no matter who’s in office, right? I… Yeah, that’s the engineer talking, not the politician.  Matthew Stead: Battery, wind, and solar is only gonna get cheaper. Is, um, is, uh, gas turbines and coal gonna get cheaper? Speaker 6: They can’t. In order to get the efficiency up where they need to, it’s gonna be super expensive, which is what we’re at today. That’s why gas turbines are s- you can’t mass produce them, and that’s why they cost so much money. It’s a great business if you sell a couple a year. You can’t sell thousands of them. There’s just not a way to do that. As wind energy professionals, staying informed is crucial, and let’s face it, difficult. That’s why the Uptime podcast recommends PES Wind magazine. 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The sector’s profit margins fell to a negative fifty-one percent. That’s right, negative fifty-one percent. Uh, and here’s the real paradox. Although wind production actually [00:26:00] rose from thirty-four point two to forty point six terawatt-hours, revenues fell for the first time in at least six years. Uh, the more they produced, the less they earned. And the real culprit is overcapacity. So they have so many turbines up in northern Sweden, uh, that it’s driving the energy prices down, much like Australia. Uh, and the missing link is obviously transmission because it is big demand to the south. It’s just getting the power there. Vattenfall alone lost eight hundred and seventy million euros in its wind business in twenty twenty-four, and one of its subsidiaries curtailed seventeen percent of the potential production because of, uh, shutting the turbines down was less expensive than selling into negative prices, which would make sense. So the price has gotten so low in Sweden that it’s better just to turn the turbine off and, and eat the loss than to generate power at a, at a negative price. This is a common theme [00:27:00] as wind has grown, and solar for the same matter, is that when you have so much of it, the price of electricity will drop. And until you can get that power out to other areas that has high demand It becomes a losing proposition. How does this play out? Will the– Now will countries finally take transmission seriously and start to even out the grid? Is that where we’re going?  Yolanda Padron: I mean, I hope so. The idea of curtailing potential energy isn’t something new, right? It happens here in Texas all the time. It happens in a lot of places all the time, um, just to, to not overflow the grid. And it makes sense, but it doesn’t make sense too much, at least to me, that in the same country you have parts of it where you have an electricity surplus and negative pricing, and other parts of it where you just, you don’t have enough energy for the whole, uh, region, right? So, uh, I really hope they take it a bit more seriously than they, than they currently are.  Matthew Stead: Uh, I think the interesting thing about Sweden is [00:28:00]that they’ve got a lot of hydro as well, and so those two things tie together. Um, you know, much like Australia, we’re building the, like the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, um, hydro scheme, and, um, maybe that’s part of the missing puzzle is the actual, the storage element. So if they had more pumped hydro, you know, they could, um, perhaps store that excess energy and then, then reuse it. But, you know, unless there’s no pipes from the north to the south, you know, that’s not gonna help anyone.  Speaker 6: Hydro is expensive. The more recent news articles I’ve seen about pumped hydro is it’s way less expensive to put in wind or put in solar or put in some batteries than to do pumped hydro projects. It’s complicated. It’s a lot of construction, obviously, and, uh, the pumps and the equipment are not cheap. So, uh, yeah, so although if you do have hydro and it’s currently running, you would leave that alone, but I think some of the newer pumped hydro projects probably won’t happen. Even if they’re on the– have [00:29:00] been planned and, and even started, I think they’re really reevaluating that it’s probably cheaper to do batteries. Matthew Stead: In Australia, in Snowy 2.0, I think the original budget was, was it 3 billion? And now it’s up to 12 to 15 billion.  Rosemary Barnes: Anybody that was working on that would’ve known that the price was very likely to blow out because that particular project has a really long tunnel. The two reservoirs that, like the reservoirs were existing, so you think, okay, that’s good, you save money. But the expensive part of pumped hydro is the tunneling and then, and it’s a very long tunnel. Um, and it’s just so super predictable that when you have a super long tunnel, you one, increase the cost a lot, but two, increase the risk of a massive cost blowout. So I think it’s not a good predictor of, of projects as some other ones that are, that are happening. I think the biggest problem with hydro is that, um, the project lives are so long, like 100 years e- easily, [00:30:00] but that doesn’t mean anything in today’s dollars, y- you know? So it’s like no one can, no company is gonna assign any value to the electricity they’re gonna generate in 100 years time, you know? So it’s, um, it, it’s really hard for it to stack up to, as a project today unless it’s a government doing it. Matthew Stead: But I mean, once Snowy 2.0 is done, it will still be reasonably cost-effective as a long-term storage source.  Rosemary Barnes: Yeah. If it had been made on time, then I think it would’ve, it would’ve been a real enabler for the energy transition for getting heaps of wind and solar. But it wasn’t done on time, and we barely we- storage isn’t our problem right now. We have actually got lots of, of storage. That’s not what’s stopping people from building projects. So, um, I think it is a bit of a shame.  Speaker 6: Back to your point, Rosemary, how old hydro is in terms of electricity generation. I, I went to go look up when Niagara River, Niagara Falls in, in the States first [00:31:00] started producing power, 1895. That’s how long we’ve been using water power in the States to create electricity. Hoover Dam, which also does something very similar, is in the 1930s, 1935, ’36, around that timeframe. So it’s almost been 100 years there too, 90 years. Yeah. It’s, it’s amazing. So you don’t plan for those, those pieces of, uh, infrastructure to run that long, but they do. That wraps up another episode of the Uptime Wind Energy podcast. And if today’s discussion sparked any questions or ideas, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to us on LinkedIn, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. And if you found value in today’s conversation, please leave us a review. It really helps other wind energy professionals discover the show. For Rosie, Yolanda, and Matthew, I’m Allen Hall, and we’ll see you here next week on the Uptime Wind Energy [00:32:00] podcast.

Episode: 1576 The wind and its technologies in the ancient mind.  Today, wind and the medieval mind.

#161 Our Best Amsterdam Itinerary: Pancakes, Tulips, Windmills & Canal Cruises In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List Podcast, we recap our entire 5-day Amsterdam trip (plus two days for flying)—from airport chaos and canal-side hotels to tulip fields, windmills, museums, ferries, pancakes, and nonstop walking through one of Europe's most charming cities. Karen, Rich, and Cedric walk through the full Amsterdam itinerary day by day, sharing practical travel tips, favorite moments, funny surprises, and honest reactions from their experience exploring the Netherlands. From navigating TSA PreCheck issues and red-eye flights to wandering peaceful canals and discovering incredible Dutch food, this episode ties together all the highlights from the Amsterdam series. We talk about visiting the Anne Frank House and Van Gogh Museum, exploring the De Pijp neighborhood and Albert Cuyp Market, taking a sunset canal cruise, eating traditional Dutch pancakes multiple times, and why Amsterdam Noord became one of our favorite areas of the city. We also share what it was like visiting the famous windmills, sampling unique Dutch cheeses, taking ferries around Amsterdam, and seeing the tulip fields in full bloom during spring. In this episode, we cover: Amsterdam itinerary + travel tips Museums, neighborhoods + food Windmills, tulips + day trips We also share practical details about accessibility, early arrival strategies, ferry transportation, and a few random stories and travel mishaps along the way. Whether you're planning your first trip to Amsterdam or looking for inspiration for a slower-paced European vacation, this episode will help you build a realistic itinerary filled with memorable experiences, good food, and beautiful scenery. CLICK THE LINKS BELOW OR CUT AND PASTE THEM INTO YOUR BROWSER: Binge-listen to my Amsterdam playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/07q6GH9BLjr3PWgCxOjreB?si=w9BDltD9RsmOHkao9lyPoA&pi=kg_a0reoT6i9C Binge-listen to my playlist about traveling to Europe https://bit.ly/4g4Bb07 Listen to these episodes next: Spring Bucket List: See the Most Beautiful Tulip Garden in the World Spotify or Apple (Ep157)   RESOURCES: Grab a copy of The Everyday Bucket List Book https://amzn.to/3vwxz2K Support my work: https://buymeacoffee.com/edbl   Connect with me: Website: KarenCordaway.com Twitter (X): @KarenCordaway https://x.com/karencordaway Pinterest: @Everyday_Bucket_List https://www.pinterest.com/EverydayBucketList/ TikTok: @Everyday_Bucket_List https://www.tiktok.com/@everyday_bucket_list Need a coach? Hire me to help with bucket list goals: https://karencordaway.com/contact/ If you're enjoying this podcast, please rate and review it to let me know what content you want more of! Disclaimer: Some outbound links financially benefit the podcast. Using them is a small way to support the show at zero cost to you. I only endorse products I personally use or would recommend to close friends and family. https://karencordaway.com/disclaimer/

The LIRR strike has ended, though some traffic delays remain. Most trains are expected to resume service today. On MSNOW's Morning Joe, Dell's stock was reported as likely to increase in value; some hosts speculated about possible connections to President Trump, but there is no direct evidence supporting these claims. President Trump announced the creation of an Anti-Weaponization Fund to support January 6th defendants who experienced financial losses following prosecution. The fund may also assist lawyers and political figures involved in the cases. Recently, Trump withdrew a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS concerning the handling of his tax returns. Minority Leader Chuck Schumer commented on the fund during recent remarks. Mark interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz411. Roger discusses a film recommendation for Memorial Day weekend. The Michael Jackson movie will soon be released in Japan and remains at the top of the box office. Chris Christie attended Bruce Springsteen's concert at Madison Square Garden, which came after rumors of them clashing about politics. Mark Fuhrman, a detective from the O.J. Simpson case, has passed away; Roger Friedman shares his perspective on Fuhrman. Stephen Colbert is preparing for his final shows as host of CBS's The Late Show. Paul McCartney and Billy Joel are scheduled to appear as guests. It has been eight months since the announcement that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert would end, and as of now, there have been no public reports of plans for Colbert. U.S. border crossings are at their lowest levels since the 1990s, and the catch-and-release policy has not been in effect for over ten months. Windmills installed as part of green initiatives over the past decade are presenting challenges in removal and maintenance. James L. Dolan, owner of the Knicks, announced that the Knicks and New York Rangers will become separate publicly traded companies. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. Bill discusses shifts in political ideology in California and London. Andrew Cuomo has faced criticism regarding progressive policies such as bail reform. Bill O'Reilly also discusses President Trump's recent visit to China, offering a positive assessment, and describes negotiation strategies related to China. He comments on ongoing risks in Iran, referencing statements by President Trump about potential developments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Colbert is preparing for his final shows as host of CBS's The Late Show. Paul McCartney and Billy Joel are scheduled to appear as guests. It has been eight months since the announcement that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert would end, and as of now, there have been no public reports of plans for Colbert. U.S. border crossings are at their lowest levels since the 1990s, and the catch-and-release policy has not been in effect for over ten months. Windmills installed as part of green initiatives over the past decade are presenting challenges in removal and maintenance. James L. Dolan, owner of the Knicks, announced that the Knicks and New York Rangers will become separate publicly traded companies.

Stephen Colbert is preparing for his final shows as host of CBS's The Late Show. Paul McCartney and Billy Joel are scheduled to appear as guests. It has been eight months since the announcement that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert would end, and as of now, there have been no public reports of plans for Colbert. U.S. border crossings are at their lowest levels since the 1990s, and the catch-and-release policy has not been in effect for over ten months. Windmills installed as part of green initiatives over the past decade are presenting challenges in removal and maintenance. James L. Dolan, owner of the Knicks, announced that the Knicks and New York Rangers will become separate publicly traded companies. Mark takes your calls. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. Bill discusses shifts in political ideology in California and London. Andrew Cuomo has faced criticism regarding progressive policies such as bail reform. Bill O'Reilly also discusses President Trump's recent visit to China, offering a positive assessment, and describes negotiation strategies related to China. He comments on ongoing risks in Iran, referencing statements by President Trump about potential developments.

The LIRR strike has ended, though some traffic delays remain. Most trains are expected to resume service today. On MSNOW's Morning Joe, Dell's stock was reported as likely to increase in value; some hosts speculated about possible connections to President Trump, but there is no direct evidence supporting these claims. President Trump announced the creation of an Anti-Weaponization Fund to support January 6th defendants who experienced financial losses following prosecution. The fund may also assist lawyers and political figures involved in the cases. Recently, Trump withdrew a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS concerning the handling of his tax returns. Minority Leader Chuck Schumer commented on the fund during recent remarks. Mark interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz411. Roger discusses a film recommendation for Memorial Day weekend. The Michael Jackson movie will soon be released in Japan and remains at the top of the box office. Chris Christie attended Bruce Springsteen's concert at Madison Square Garden, which came after rumors of them clashing about politics. Mark Fuhrman, a detective from the O.J. Simpson case, has passed away; Roger Friedman shares his perspective on Fuhrman. Stephen Colbert is preparing for his final shows as host of CBS's The Late Show. Paul McCartney and Billy Joel are scheduled to appear as guests. It has been eight months since the announcement that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert would end, and as of now, there have been no public reports of plans for Colbert. U.S. border crossings are at their lowest levels since the 1990s, and the catch-and-release policy has not been in effect for over ten months. Windmills installed as part of green initiatives over the past decade are presenting challenges in removal and maintenance. James L. Dolan, owner of the Knicks, announced that the Knicks and New York Rangers will become separate publicly traded companies. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. Bill discusses shifts in political ideology in California and London. Andrew Cuomo has faced criticism regarding progressive policies such as bail reform. Bill O'Reilly also discusses President Trump's recent visit to China, offering a positive assessment, and describes negotiation strategies related to China. He comments on ongoing risks in Iran, referencing statements by President Trump about potential developments.

Stephen Colbert is preparing for his final shows as host of CBS's The Late Show. Paul McCartney and Billy Joel are scheduled to appear as guests. It has been eight months since the announcement that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert would end, and as of now, there have been no public reports of plans for Colbert. U.S. border crossings are at their lowest levels since the 1990s, and the catch-and-release policy has not been in effect for over ten months. Windmills installed as part of green initiatives over the past decade are presenting challenges in removal and maintenance. James L. Dolan, owner of the Knicks, announced that the Knicks and New York Rangers will become separate publicly traded companies. Mark takes your calls. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. Bill discusses shifts in political ideology in California and London. Andrew Cuomo has faced criticism regarding progressive policies such as bail reform. Bill O'Reilly also discusses President Trump's recent visit to China, offering a positive assessment, and describes negotiation strategies related to China. He comments on ongoing risks in Iran, referencing statements by President Trump about potential developments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Colbert is preparing for his final shows as host of CBS's The Late Show. Paul McCartney and Billy Joel are scheduled to appear as guests. It has been eight months since the announcement that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert would end, and as of now, there have been no public reports of plans for Colbert. U.S. border crossings are at their lowest levels since the 1990s, and the catch-and-release policy has not been in effect for over ten months. Windmills installed as part of green initiatives over the past decade are presenting challenges in removal and maintenance. James L. Dolan, owner of the Knicks, announced that the Knicks and New York Rangers will become separate publicly traded companies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan Mail"When the wind of change blows, some build walls while others build windmills."Sparky Flarkbottom's workshop sounds like a dragon chewing on a bag of spanners! She is hard at work grinding iron for her latest masterpiece, the Lava Toaster. But all that grinding fills the air with a thick cloud of shiny, silver metal dust.Suddenly, a swarm of tiny, round beetles called Flash-Mites flies through the window. These little bugs have a very special, very annoying talent: whenever they get excited, they flash with a blinding white glare! And nothing excites a Flash-Mite more than a fresh pile of metal dust.Within seconds, Sparky is blinded by a ring of pure, white light! She panics and tries to fight the pests with every invention she can think of:The Swat-Wack-Smasher: A spinning fan of fly-swatters that misses the bugs but smashes her own furniture!

#159 Visiting Zaanse Schans: Are Amsterdam's Windmills Worth the Trip? In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List Podcast, we take you just outside of Amsterdam to explore the iconic windmill village of Zaanse Schans. If you've ever dreamed of seeing classic Dutch windmills up close, this episode breaks down everything you need to know before you go—from whether it's truly worth the visit to how to make the most of your time there. Karen, Rich, and Cedric share their firsthand experience of this picturesque destination, offering practical tips, honest insights, and a few fun travel stories along the way. In this episode, we cover: What to expect + highlights Timing and best visit window Getting there + photo tips We also share some bonus travel tips, including smart souvenir ideas that won't take up too much space in your luggage—and a few personal stories to wrap things up. Whether you're planning your first trip to Amsterdam or looking to add a quick and memorable day trip to your itinerary, this episode will help you decide if Zaanse Schans belongs on your bucket list. CLICK THE LINKS BELOW OR CUT AND PASTE THEM INTO YOUR BROWSER: Binge-listen to my Seasonal Bucket List playlist https://bit.ly/3SPiiVN Binge-listen to my playlist about traveling to Europe https://bit.ly/4g4Bb07 Listen to these episodes next: Amsterdam's Straat Museum: Is it Worth it? Spotify or Apple (Ep158) Spring Bucket List: See the Most Beautiful Tulip Garden in the World Spotify or Apple (Ep 157) 19 Cheap Ideas to FULLY Enjoy Spring & FINALLY Escape Winter Spotify or Apple (Ep152)  RESOURCES: Grab a copy of The Everyday Bucket List Book https://amzn.to/3vwxz2K Support my work: https://buymeacoffee.com/edbl Connect with me: Website: KarenCordaway.com Twitter (X): @KarenCordaway https://x.com/karencordaway Pinterest: @Everyday_Bucket_List https://www.pinterest.com/EverydayBucketList/ TikTok: @Everyday_Bucket_List https://www.tiktok.com/@everyday_bucket_list Need a coach? Hire me to help with bucket list goals: https://karencordaway.com/contact/ If you're enjoying this podcast, please rate and review it to let me know what content you want more of! Disclaimer: Some outbound links financially benefit the podcast. Using them is a small way to support the show at zero cost to you. I only endorse products I personally use or would recommend to close friends and family. https://karencordaway.com/disclaimer/

This episode is sponsored by Dalia— Is your career site delivering the conversion you need? Dalia's plug-and-play tech turns any employer career site into a high-performance candidate conversion engine — no replatforming required, live in days.Visit dalia.co to learn more. Alright rec techies…..here's what's happening this week. Windmill describes itself as the “context graph for your people.” While most companies have sophisticated systems of record for their finances (ERP) and customers (CRM), the startup argues that the most critical asset—the workforce—is often managed via guesswork and fragmented data.  They announced this week theyve raised $12 million in a seed funding round. The investment was led by Inspired Capital, with significant participation from Primary Venture Partners, Founder Collective, and Oceans Ventures. https://hrtechfeed.com/performance-management-tool-raises-12m/ NY — Nomad Health announced its formal transition from a healthcare staffing agency to a software platform company. Nomad will offer its proprietary AI operating system to mid-market and enterprise healthcare staffing firms nationwide.  https://hrtechfeed.com/nomad-health-evolves-from-staffing-agency-to-ai-software-company/ SAN FRANCISCO — Checkr, the data platform powering safe and fair decisions across work and everyday life, today announced Checkr Profiles, a portable identity solution that gives individuals control over their verified credentials. Individuals can proactively share them, and marketplaces and platforms can embed trusted identity verification directly into their ecosystems.  https://hrtechfeed.com/checkr-launches-profiles-giving-people-a-verified-identity-that-travels-with-them/ PHILADELPHIA—As AI-generated resumes, deepfake interview responses, and fabricated work histories create a new candidate verification crisis for enterprise hiring, Phenom today announced the acquisition of Plum, a pioneer in psychometric-based talent assessments that validate the durable skills AI cannot manufacture and resumes cannot verify.  https://hrtechfeed.com/phenom-acquires-plum/ LOS ANGELES — Fama Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in AI-powered social background screening, announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has allowed all claims in its patent application covering the foundational technology behind social media background screening. The patent, titled “System for Searching and Correlating Online Activity with Individual Classification Factors,” has a priority date of November 30, 2015, establishing Fama as the original inventor of the technology that has since become a critical component of modern hiring and risk management.  https://hrtechfeed.com/fama-technologies-granted-u-s-patent-on-foundational-ai-powered-social-media-screening-technology/ Performance Management Tool Raises $12M Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you enjoying this? Are you not? Tell us what to do more of, and what you'd like to hear less of. Denmark's Oldest Newspaper Refers To Icelandic Fishing Interests As An “Oligarchy”This past weekend Berlingske Tidende, Denmark's oldest newspaper, ran a story it had been working on for months. The topic: the Icelandic fisheries industry. The conclusion: Iceland is an oligarchy. Man Fined For Hate Speech in ReykjanesbærA man in Reykjanesbær was ruled to pay a 100.000 ISK fine after expressing hate speech online. The hate speech in question was a comment the man made to a Vísir news story, the offender said that the “German showers” needed to be revived because of asylum seekers, and that the Greeks knew how to beat them into submission.Airplane Fuel Reserves in Iceland Good, Says Oil ExecutiveAccording to Skeljungur's CEO Þórður Guðjónsson, fuel reserves in Iceland are in good shape, though the closure of the strait of Hormuz is likely to affect that at some point this spring.Person Busted For Trying To Pay With An 11.000ISK BillAn undisclosed person tried to pay for products with an 11.000ISK bill. As no such nomination of the ISK exist, they bill was a forgery. Details on what person was to be found on the bill are yet not in the public. Former Foreign Minister To Become Ambassador To The UKFormer minister of foreign affairs, Þórdís Kolbrún Gylfadóttir Reykfjörð, was appointed Iceland's ambassador to the UK on April 20th. Þórdís has been a MP for the Independence Party since 2016, but her views of foreign policy have as of lately been more in line with the current coalition government, rather than her own political party.Windmills Show Up In ÞorlákshöfnThe first shipment of windmills for electricity production for Iceland's state owned energy company Landsvirkjun has arrived by ship in the town of Þorlákshöfn. Recently, roads from Þorlákshöfn to the part of the highlands the windmills are destined to, have been strengthened for the move.Support the show------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SHOW SUPPORTSupport the Grapevine's reporting by becoming a member of our High Five Club: https://grapevine.is/high-five-club/Or donate to the Grapevine here:https://support.grapevine.isYou can also support the Grapevine by shopping in our online store:https://shop.grapevine.is------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This is a Reykjavík Grapevine podcast.The Reykjavík Grapevine is a free alternative magazine in English published 18 times per year, biweekly during the spring and summer, and monthly during the autumn and winter. The magazine covers everything Iceland-related, with a special focus culture, music, food and travel. The Reykjavík Grapevine's goal is to serve as a trustworthy and reliable source of information for those living in Iceland, visiting Iceland or interested in Iceland. Thanks to our dedicated readership and excellent distribution network, the Reykjavík Grapevine is Iceland's most read English-language publication.You may not agree with what we write or publish, but at least it's not sponsored content.www.grapevine.is

In world news this month, we decode the who, what, when, where and – most importantly – why there's another major war – this one between the US, Israel and Iran. Plus, social media giant, Meta, formally known as Facebook, is told to pay $375million dollars for misleading users over child safety. Speaking of social media, a viral “therian” craze in Spain turns out to be… fake. No idea what therians are – well, you'll know once you hear the story. And, ever heard of flying windmills? Yep, it's a thing. Find out WHAT they are and why ELEVEN of them are flying above China... Finally, stay tuned for Japan's curious incident of the mystery pipe that popped up in the middle of the night.

President Gas is President Gas again. Kudos to you who got that reference, and I hate to break it to you: you're old. But in addition to gas prices, we'll talk about free audio tours, why windmills won't help you, and a new fan that is my constant companion. We also have a talk with Sherm about the ethics of making content. PRODUCT REVIEW Turbo Fan https://amzn.to/4sB2GoW RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Rick Steves Audio tours https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/audio/audio-tours Sherm's Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@greenmachine.77/ Sherm is recreating a masterpiece here, and it's very, very green. InstaGram: https://www.instagram.com/greenmachine.77 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greenmachine.77 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1U2fSTHzeg/?mibextid=wwXIfr  

President Trump continues to face criticism over a Truth Social post in which he expressed satisfaction over the passing of Robert Mueller. Mark also shifts the talk to windmills and their limited impact on the environment. OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has passed away following a battle with cancer. Bill Cosby has lost a sex assault lawsuit and is now facing a $59 million judgment. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. What was the imminent threat posed by Iran to the United States? Bill breaks it down and also discusses a revealing interview he conducted with Lindsey Graham that shed light on the reasoning behind discussions of a potential military strike. The two also touch on a growing trend in how hosts are designing and displaying their on-air sets, and reflect on the rising popularity of longer-form podcast interviews.

President Trump continues to face criticism over a Truth Social post in which he expressed satisfaction over the passing of Robert Mueller. Mark also shifts the talk to windmills and their limited impact on the environment. OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has passed away following a battle with cancer. Bill Cosby has lost a sex assault lawsuit and is now facing a $59 million judgment. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. What was the imminent threat posed by Iran to the United States? Bill breaks it down and also discusses a revealing interview he conducted with Lindsey Graham that shed light on the reasoning behind discussions of a potential military strike. The two also touch on a growing trend in how hosts are designing and displaying their on-air sets, and reflect on the rising popularity of longer-form podcast interviews.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Goldblum boards Alan Air for one of the most gloriously unpredictable flights yet. From Old Hollywood legends and Mulholland Drive nightmares to pickles, sandwiches and impromptu singing, Jeff goes full Goldblum - charming, curious and wonderfully maverick. They talk about his new album Night Blooms, touring with orchestras around the world, and the timeless magic of jazz standards. Along the way there's Sharon Stone, Billie Holiday, a surprising Bloody Mary debate… and Alan pitches Jeff a brand-new horror film: An American Were-MILF in London. Expect name-dropping, movie love, musical nostalgia and one very enthusiastic conversation about pickles.  00:00 Intro  00:18 Jeff Goldblum boards Alan Air  01:14 The Windmills of Your Mind & The Thomas Crown Affair  01:59 Jeff's frozen yoghurt meeting with Faye Dunaway  03:29 Crisps, pickles and snack food debates  05:30 Jeff Goldblum's favourite sandwiches  05:58 The “Bloody Alan” cocktail  07:30 Jeff's love of Lauren Hutton and gabby teeth  10:12 Horoscopes, science and star signs  11:41 Jeff's new album Night Blooms  12:59 Jeff and Alan singing classics like Misty and Bewitched  13:37 Nosferatu, horror films and Alan's Were-MILF pitch  15:03 Jeff agrees to star in Alan's movie  16:23 Touring the UK, Royal Albert Hall and Sydney Opera House  17:41 What happens at a Jeff Goldblum live show  19:41 Touring food: fish & chips and British roasts  20:29 Jeff's favourite drink: the Virgin Mary  21:14 Time machines, classic films and Total Recall  23:34 Sharon Stone, Casino and Scorsese movies  24:48 Old Hollywood, Chateau Marmont and Hollywood history  27:21 Mulholland Drive and David Lynch  29:15 Alan's middle name reveal  30:31 Quick-fire round  33:39 Final descent  #LifesABeach #AlanCarr #JeffGoldblum #Podcast #TravelPodcast #NightBlooms #Jazz #ClassicHollywood #MovieLegends #CelebrityPodcast #MulhollandDrive #OldHollywood #RoyalAlbertHall #ComedyPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suburban Batavia, just 30 miles west of Chicago, used to be known as the windmill capital of the world. But eventually, technological advances took the wind out of the industry's sails. In our last episode, we looked into why there are no wind turbines in the Great Lakes even though conditions are favorable. Legal and political hurdles continue to challenge the offshore wind energy business in the Midwest. Today, we're going to take an historical look at the wind industry in our region. In modern times, Batavia is known for Fermilab, America's particle physics and accelerator laboratory. But long before that, Batavia was on the map for hosting six windmill factories. Batavia Mayor Jeff Schielke and City Clerk Kate Garrett dive into the town's history. They take pride in the past, but look forward to the future.

Encrypted Client Hello: Ready for Prime Time? https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Encrypted%20Client%20Hello%3A%20Ready%20for%20Prime%20Time%3F/32778 The ExifTool vulnerability: how an image can infect macOS systems https://www.kaspersky.com/blog/exiftool-macos-picture-vulnerability-mitigation-cve-2026-3102/55362/ Remote code execution in Nextcloud Flow via vulnerable Windmill version https://github.com/nextcloud/security-advisories/security/advisories/GHSA-g7vj-98x3-qvjf

Let's talk about Don Quixote and Don Trump losing their battles against windmills....

Thursday Night Football absolutely sucked and we stayed up to watch and recap it. The Broncos and Raiders uniforms looked nice but nothing else did (00:00:00-00:10:55). We preview every game for Week 10 in the NFL including some windmill deep dives, a state of the union for the Commanders, Max still doesnt understand a desperate team, can the Jaguars win the AFC South and more (00:10:55-01:30:23). Jerry's fantasy fuccbois and our best bets (01:30:23-01:41:44). 2X Super Bowl Champion Chris Long joins the show to talk ball, trade deadline, who impresses him the most, let down spots, coaches grabbing players and more (01:41:44-02:21:34). We finish with Fyre Fest of the week (02:21:34-02:46:12).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take