Podcasts about Michigan

Tonight's “MK Confidential” begins at the police station in Westfield, New Jersey, in the wee hours of the morning. It is the summer of 1971, and officers have brought in two teenage girls for smoking cigarettes. Both girls' fathers arrive to claim them; one looks like he came straight from bed, and the other sports a coat and tie. John List has come to pick up his daughter, Patricia. He is furious, afraid that she is slipping away from the life and the faith he wants for her. He doesn't tell her to “Go to Hell,” but that she is already going there on her own. Megyn Kelly traces the story of John List back to its beginning, in a cold, small Michigan town off of Lake Huron. From his German Lutheran upbringing to service in the Army to accounting degrees in Ann Arbor, List becomes the forgettable face atop the ever-present coat and tie. He meets and marries Helen and sets out to build the life he thinks he should have, and fails. His failures push him from city to city and state to state, until the Lists reach for a beautiful, dilapidated house on a hill in Westfield. There, his beautiful life falls apart entirely. John List sees his wife succumb to disease, his prospects evaporate, his daughter drift from the church, and his bank account dry up. From there, he decides there is only one way to save his family: to remove their chance to stray further from the life they were meant to live. This is Episode 2 of the John List story. Home Title Lock: Go to https://hometitlelock.com/megyn and use promo code MEGYN to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection. Lean: Discover why LEAN is becoming the choice for real weight‑loss results—shop now at https://TAKELEAN.com use code KELLY Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKelly Twitter: https://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShow Instagram: https://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShow Facebook: https://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow 
Find out more information at:
 https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 5582: Michigan's Abdul El-Sayed Supported Trans Shooter

Liz Peek analyzes the resilience of the U.S. economy, where strong consumer spending and business optimism persist despite high oil prices and stagnant job growth. While the Fed weighs interest rate hikes to curb inflation, a "wealth effect" from a robust stock market continues to buoy higher-end consumers. Politically, a "civil war" is brewing within the Democratic Party as far-left candidates aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) challenge the establishment in key swing states like Michigan and Wisconsin. These ideological divisions raise significant questions regarding the electability of progressive candidates in the upcoming general elections. (3)

TABLE OF CONTENTS, JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 8-11-2-26Mary Kissel discusses North Korea's transformation into a critical military supplier for Russia's war in Ukraine, providing ballistic missiles and thousands of combat troops. This collaboration integrates Pyongyang into an "axis of tyranny" alongside Moscow, Beijing, and Tehran to challenge the West and NATO. Kissel notes that the Kim regime's involvement stems from a desire for cash, a need to demonstrate missile capabilities, and a shared goal of weakening U.S.global influence. This development highlights the long-term failure of U.S. diplomacy to prevent North Korean nuclear proliferation and serves as a warning regarding Iran. (1)Jonathan Schanzer addresses the mysterious absence of Iran's Supreme Leader and the resulting tightening grip of the IRGC on the government. The regime is characterized as sclerotic, relying on aging hardliners with "blood on their hands" to maintain power. Meanwhile, the Houthis have escalated attacks in the Red Sea, targeting Saudi infrastructure and shipping ports like Mocha and Jazan. Schanzer argues this is a strategic move by Iran to shut down trade on both sides of the Arabian Peninsula, exploiting a lack of unity between competitive regional powers like Saudi Arabia and the UAE. (2)Liz Peek analyzes the surprisingly vigorous U.S. economy, where consumer spending and small business optimism remain high despite elevated oil prices and stagnant job growth. While the Fed weighs interest rate hikes to curb inflation, a "wealth effect" from the stock market continues to buoy the economy. Politically, Peek highlights a "civil war" within the Democratic Party, where "revolutionary" candidates aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are challenging the establishment in key swing states like Michigan and Wisconsin. These far-left candidates struggle with electability among moderate voters in general elections. (3)Joseph Sternberg observes that the current midterm cycle has become an "election about nothing," with both parties failing to articulate clear policy agendas. He argues that Congress has outsourced its constitutional authority to the executive branch and regulatory agencies, losing the habit of legislating. This vacuum is being filled by "celebrity influencers" from the MAGA and DSA factions who prioritize social media attention over governing. Consequently, critical issues like Social Security reform and fiscal reality are being ignored until an inevitable crisis forces congressional action. (4)Gregory Copley evaluates the new "Mecca Joint Defense Agreement" between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, which aims to counter Iranian influence despite mutual distrust among the members. The discussion also explores the massive transformation of global trade routes, including China's "Ice Silk Road" through the Arctic and Russia's International North-South Transport Corridor. Copley notes that these routes aim to bypass vulnerable maritime choke points like the Suez Canal and the Strait of Hormuz. Finally, he provides a report on King Charles III's summer activities and public engagements in Scotland. (5)Veronique de Rugy critiques the Trump administration's shift toward "socialism on the right," evidenced by the government taking ownership stakes in private companies like Intel. Often justified by national security, these interventions mirror European state-owned enterprise models that historically burden taxpayers and distort market competition. De Rugy argues that such moves make private companies hostage to government dictates, such as labor or diversity requirements. By adopting policies championed by far-left senators like Bernie Sanders, the administration risks damaging long-term economic efficiency and creating a "state enterprise" system similar to China's. (6)Ahmad Sharawi explains that Russia has secured its military foothold in Syria through a new memorandum of understanding with the Al-Shara government. Russia will maintain access to vital maritime and aerial bases for its operations in the Mediterranean and Africa, while Syria remains dependent on Russian grain and energy. Sharawi notes that the U.S. appears to be losing diplomatic leverage by removing sanctions without obtaining counterterrorism concessions or progress in neutralizing ISIS. The new Syrian administration is successfully playing major powers against each other to maintain domestic stability and maximize international benefits. (7)Samuel Ben-Ur and Bill Roggio discuss the "Board of Peace" plan for post-war Gaza, which proposes a civilian Palestinian government overseen by international forces. A significant impasse remains: Israel refuses to withdraw until Hamas is disarmed, while Hamas has endorsed the plan, likely hoping its allies—Turkey and Qatar—will oversee the verification process. The discussion reveals that Gaza's tunnel network is more extensive than previously believed, with only 40–50% cleared after years of war. One proposed solution to prevent Hamas from regrouping is filling the remaining tunnels with cement. (8)Thaddeus McCotter analyzes the Michigan Senate race between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed, a Rhodes Scholar supported by the far-left DSA. El-Sayed's primary victory over the Democratic establishment highlights the growing influence of "woke" ideology in college towns. While El-Sayed attempts to pivot to the center for the general election, his lack of a public voting record makes his true agenda difficult to pin down. McCotter suggests the race will test whether voters will reject the "Jacobin" manifestations of cancel culture and extreme progressive policies in favor of a more traditional candidate. (9)All nine files this time, with Gregory Copley in place at (5).

Wisconsin Democrats narrowly chose Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley over Democratic Socialist state representative Francesca Hong in the gubernatorial primary, 39.8 percent to 39.4 percent. It's close enough that this might be headed to a recount, but it doesn't appear that Hong won. Crowley, who was endorsed by Governor Tony Evers, will face Trump-endorsed Republican representative Tom Tiffany. The result halted the progressive left's recent primary momentum, but it still showed its strength in a battleground state.What you're probably going to hear about is the polling. After the polls wildly overestimated Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan, the final State Navigate poll had Hong at 44 percent and Crowley at 22 percent — a 22-point Hong lead. Instead, Crowley won by 0.4 percent. That's a 22.4-point miss on the margin. Jeez Louise. Hong's vote share wasn't wildly off; the poll totally underestimated Crowley. The question is why these polls keep overrepresenting progressive-leaning voters.One theory is that more polls are using online surveys. The old problem with landline calls was that they overrepresented boomers because nobody under 60 had a landline. Nobody answers an unfamiliar number on a cellphone, so that leaves online responses, which might overrepresent progressives. It's also worth noting that the DSA endorsed Hong, but Bernie Sanders and AOC didn't. Pure DSA play isn't good enough to get you over the hump, even in a Democratic primary. Bernie and AOC provide some wiggle room away from the DSA's baggage.Politics Politics Politics is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Next door, Minnesota Democrats delivered a decisive progressive victory as Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan defeated Representative Angie Craig by 20 points for the open Senate nomination. Flanagan overcame a major spending disadvantage after attacking Craig's immigration record, particularly her 2025 vote expanding ICE authority. Republicans nominated former NFL reporter Michele Tafoya, but barring huge changes in the race, Flanagan is going to be Minnesota's next senator. In the governor's race, Amy Klobuchar easily secured the Democratic nomination, while state House speaker Lisa Demuth defeated Trump-backed My Pillow founder Mike Lindell. Please raise your combs in celebration.South Carolina's emergency election to replace Lindsey Graham is headed to an August 25 runoff between interim senator Darlene Graham and Representative Ralph Norman. Graham, Lindsey's sister and Trump's endorsed candidate, finished first with 32.7 percent. Norman took the second spot with 24.6 percent, narrowly eliminating Representative Russell Fry. The vote was pretty split, and I don't know whether Darlene has the juice to keep Norman off. A lot of Republicans were already angry that she decided to seek the seat permanently instead of serving as a placeholder. Ralph Norman has a real shot. The kiss of death for Darlene would be the double endorsement — a double Trump endorsement.Former Hartford mayor Luke Bronin also defeated 14-term Democratic representative John Larson, 54 percent to 33 percent. Larson, 78, became the seventh House Democrat defeated in a primary this cycle, while Governor Ned Lamont won renomination. In Alabama, Trump-endorsed Republican Rhett Marques advanced to face Democratic representative Shomari Figures in the redrawn Second District, where the Black voting-age population was reduced from 48 percent to 40 percent.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:05:42 - Tuesday Primary Results00:16:18 - Exploring Disney's America with Andrew Heaton01:19:36 - Wrap-up This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe

Social media posts from Gov. Gavin Newsom's weekend trip to Michigan suggest a tapped in politician, but the reality is a different story – one of internal fumbles and missed opportunities with key Democrats. Does Newsom have the political chops to resonate with the Midwest? Then Playbook co-authors Dasha Burns and Adam Wren discuss what the Wisconsin primary results reveal about the future of the Democratic party and Trump's Air Force Once deception.  For more news and analysis, subscribe to the Playbook newsletter: politico.com/playbook 

This week, Walter and Jeremy discuss Abdul El-Sayed's primary victory in Michigan, updates from the Persian Gulf, New York rabbis' meeting with Mayor Mamdani, and the global backlash to immigration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Severe storms have affected the midwest. Spotify will start to label music if it's AI generated. Freshman at the University of Michigan will not recieve grades, they will go on off of a pass or fail basis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longbox CrusadeEpisode 057: Iron Man  #5 (1998)Travel back to June 1998 with the Longbox Crusade!

In tonight's dead letter, listener John is nineteen, home from his freshman year and a few shifts into a summer dishwashing job at a grand old house on Michigan's Old Mission Peninsula that has been a restaurant since the 1950s. The staff there blame anything strange in the building on a ghost they call Genevieve, and John doesn't believe in any of that. One warm night he goes upstairs to change out of his kitchen clothes, and the bulb pops the second he flips the switch. Strange enough on its own, but what happens next is why this particular night stuck with him.Note: The room referenced at Waverly in the Episode is 503. It should have been 502.Relevant Prior EpisodesGreyfriar's Kirkyard Halloween SpecialThe Sallie House – Ghost in the Machine Part 1Lockdown at Waverly SanatoriumThe True Story behind the Conjuring Part 1A Live Reading with Jim Hunt - Psychic MediumLinks and Further ReadingThe Mission Table Restaurant of Bowers Harbor: A Splendid Building, But Not a Residence for a Ghost — Julie Schopieray, Grand Traverse JournalWould the Real Mrs. Stickney Please Stand Up? Setting the Old Mission Ghost Story Straight — Northern ExpressThe Haunting of Bowers Harbor Inn – Is It Genevieve Stickney's Ghost? — Old Mission GazetteBowers Harbor Inn — Wikipedia, on the 1927 fire and the house built around the old farmhouseMission Point Lighthouse — History, the light at the tip of Old Mission Peninsula near the 45th parallelOccupational Folklife — American Folklife Center, Library of CongressMeet the Mackenzie Poltergeist of Greyfriars Kirkyard — Icy Sedgwick, on the grabs and marks reported on the toursWaverly Hills Sanatorium — American Hauntings, on Room 502 and the nurse storyThe Buxton Inn — Wikipedia, the Granville, Ohio inn Forrest visitedWe're looking for more stories! Send your Dead Letter to deadletteroffice@astonishinglegends.com!

Any jobs report, by necessity, is going to be vague and subject to revision, but the latest from the Bureau of Labor Statistics paints a pretty clear picture: America hasn't added as many jobs as hoped or expected this summer, and the labor market is looking rough.Guest: Justin Wolfers, professor of public policy and economics at the University of Michigan and “deputy platypus” at Platypus Economics.Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Rob Gunther, Evan Campbell, Madeline Thames-Ducharme and Patrick Fort.Paige Osburn is the senior supervising producer of What Next and What Next TBD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when a nation stops defending the values that made it free? Today I'm looking at what's happening in Dearborn, Michigan, the growing influence of Islam in America, and why Christians need to pay attention to what's happening in our communities, our government, and even our military. With the midterms approaching, this is not the time to sit on the sidelines. God is sovereign, so we don't live in fear—but we are called to be wise, courageous, prayerful, and willing to stand for truth.Shop MyFreedomCart for trusted, American-made products that support your values.http://myfreedomcart.com/heidiShow mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | http://heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohnYoutube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast  Instagram | @‌heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @‌heidistjohnFaith That Speaks Online CommunitySubmit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

P.M. Edition for Aug. 11. President Trump didn't fly out of Turkey in his new Air Force One last month, instead using an elaborate decoy operation. WSJ chief political correspondent Josh Dawsey runs through the new details about how and why that happened. Plus, the University of Michigan says it will drop first-semester grades for freshmen next school year. Doug Belkin, who covers higher education for the Journal, discusses how it will work and why the university made this decision. And some of the top officials in global soccer are calling for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign. We hear from WSJ sports editor Joshua Robinson about what the drama could mean for future competitions. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Any jobs report, by necessity, is going to be vague and subject to revision, but the latest from the Bureau of Labor Statistics paints a pretty clear picture: America hasn't added as many jobs as hoped or expected this summer, and the labor market is looking rough.Guest: Justin Wolfers, professor of public policy and economics at the University of Michigan and “deputy platypus” at Platypus Economics.Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Rob Gunther, Evan Campbell, Madeline Thames-Ducharme and Patrick Fort.Paige Osburn is the senior supervising producer of What Next and What Next TBD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz preview the Michigan football team's quarterback room for the 2026 season. The episode is part of their 11-part position preview series, looking at the Wolverines' season ahead.They open with a discussion about the strengths that Bryce Underwood and the rest of the room bring, as well as the biggest question marks the room faces this season. In the second half of the episode, they look at an X-factor player for the room, discuss the group's floor and ceiling and how they will measure success from the room in 2026.

Michigan alum Rich reacts to fellow Wolverine JJ McCarthy losing the Minnesota Vikings' QB competition to Kyler Murray, and weigh in on the NFL's preseason, the Bills new stadium obstructed view seats snafu, the Seattle Seahawks' Super Bowl repeat chances, and more in ‘Overreaction Tuesday.' (2:20)  Rams CB Trent McDuffie tells Rich how much he's relishing the thought of playing behind an L.A. defensive line that could feature Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald, why he was surprised the Chiefs traded him to Los Angeles, what Matthew Stafford has shown him on the field to cement his reputation as one of the NFL's best QB, and what his mindset will be facing former Kansas City teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce in Week 13. (21:43) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian visits with former Head Coach Dusty May, who details his decision to leave Ann Arbor for the NBA's Dallas Mavericks, reflects on last year's run to the national championship, and shares why he believes Michigan will succeed under Mike Boynton Jr.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The political establishment has spent years insisting that bold progressive candidates are simply too radical to win—especially in the Rust Belt. But Michigan may have just shattered that argument.In recent Michigan primary victories, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, Donovan McKinney, and William Lawrence emerged victorious despite facing enormous financial disadvantages and opposition from establishment-backed forces.Outspent nearly ten-to-one, these candidates were dismissed as “unelectable” long before voters had their say. The conventional wisdom was predictable: progressive policies supposedly couldn't win over working-class voters in the Midwest.But then the votes were counted.They won. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Any jobs report, by necessity, is going to be vague and subject to revision, but the latest from the Bureau of Labor Statistics paints a pretty clear picture: America hasn't added as many jobs as hoped or expected this summer, and the labor market is looking rough.Guest: Justin Wolfers, professor of public policy and economics at the University of Michigan and “deputy platypus” at Platypus Economics.Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Rob Gunther, Evan Campbell, Madeline Thames-Ducharme and Patrick Fort.Paige Osburn is the senior supervising producer of What Next and What Next TBD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julie Buntin is the author of the novel Famous Men, available from Random House. Buntin's debut novel, Marlena, was a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle's John Leonard Prize, released in ten territories worldwide, and named a best book of the year by over a dozen outlets, including The Washington Post, NPR, and Kirkus Reviews. She is the co-editor of Notes to New Mothers, a collection of dispatches from postpartum life by sixty writers and artists. Other writing has appeared in Harper's Magazine, The New York Times, The Atlantic, and elsewhere. She lives in Ann Arbor, where she is an assistant professor at the University of Michigan. *** Today's episode is brought to you by Rula. Thousands of people are already using Rula to get affordable, high-quality therapy that's actually covered by insurance. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rula.com/otherppl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get started. *** ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Otherppl with Brad Listi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a weekly podcast featuring in-depth interviews with today's leading writers. Available where podcasts are available: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, etc. Get ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How to Write a Novel,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ the debut audio course from DeepDive. 50+ hours of never-before-heard insight, inspiration, and instruction from dozens of today's most celebrated contemporary authors. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Brad's email newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show on Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email the show: letters [at] otherppl [dot] com The podcast is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠proud affiliate partner of Bookshop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, working to support local, independent bookstores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – The University of Michigan plans to hide incoming freshmen's grades beginning in 2027, arguing the change supports mental health and academic exploration. Critics question whether masking grades weakens rigor, accountability, perseverance, and students' ability to confront challenges that prepare them for future success and resilience...

Mark explains the latest developments with Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the impact on Gulf oil shipments. He discusses what might happen next after President Trump claims the strait is open. Mark also comments on Democrats' attitudes toward American traditions like Thanksgiving and the NFL. He also recounts a tragic boat accident near Liberty Island where a mother and infant lost their lives. Mark takes your calls!  Mark interviews Fox News columnist Liz Peek. Together, they examine why top Democrats, including Obama and Gavin Newsom, are traveling to meet Michigan's newly elected Abdul El-Sayed. They also discuss former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's ambitions for 2028 and the Republican strategy for the midterms, with Liz highlighting their focus on a major new bill.

Mark dives into some breaking news about President Trump's secret flight to Turkey, which involved a catering truck due to threats from Iran. He also discusses Mayor Mamdani's wife, Rama Duwaji, who is set to travel to Syria and Lebanon. Mark raises concerns about the NYPD officers reportedly accompanying her, questioning their safety. Mamdani's proposed “Pied-à-Terre” tax is facing trouble after a judge's ruling. Today is Connecticut's Primary Day. Mark explains the latest developments with Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the impact on Gulf oil shipments. He discusses what might happen next after President Trump claims the strait is open. Mark also comments on Democrats' attitudes toward American traditions like Thanksgiving and the NFL. He also recounts a tragic boat accident near Liberty Island where a mother and infant lost their lives. Mark interviews Fox News columnist Liz Peek. Together, they examine why top Democrats, including Obama and Gavin Newsom, are traveling to meet Michigan's newly elected Abdul El-Sayed. They also discuss former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's ambitions for 2028 and the Republican strategy for the midterms, with Liz highlighting their focus on a major new bill. Mark gives an update on singer Frankie Valli's health and reveals a ceremony to honor Lindsey Graham at a joint military base. Mark dives into the surprising appearance of Hunter Biden on Tucker Carlson's show, which drew strong reactions from conservatives. Mark explains Instagram's rise as the top social media platform. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. Bill explains how Donald Trump's legacy could be impacted if he doesn't address ongoing tensions with Iran. Mark and Bill also talk about the growing role of social media in shaping political opinions and the widespread confusion about communism, which he attributes to a lack of education on the topic.

Together, they examine why top Democrats, including Obama and Gavin Newsom, are traveling to meet Michigan's newly elected Abdul El-Sayed. They also discuss former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's ambitions for 2028 and the Republican strategy for the midterms, with Liz highlighting their focus on a major new bill.

Art from Rockland County calls in to ask how Mayor Mamdani's wife qualifies for a police detail if she's a private citizen. Don from Michigan gave us an update on local opinions about voting for Abdul El-Sayed and shares an idea he thinks Mark will find interesting.

Anna and Jake break down what went down with Democrats in a downballot House primary in Michigan where a former DSA member won the party's nomination. Plus, what to watch today as voters in several states head to the polls. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? ⁠Subscribe⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at ⁠punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan's Democratic Senate nominee, Abdul El-Sayed, is taking heat after resurfaced writings exposed his sweeping attacks on traditional masculinity and U.S. sports culture. He compared football to toxic masculinity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Smylie and Charlie dive deep into LIV Golf's uncertain future, breaking down the reported $250 million investment from BC Partners, the shift to a player-equity model, and what a 10-event "LIV 2.0" schedule would actually look like. They also unpack the confirmed cancellation of the Team Championship in Michigan, leaving Indianapolis as the tour's lone remaining event of 2026.Plus: Bryson DeChambeau's headline-grabbing New York Post quotes, why he might be the one player who keeps LIV alive no matter what, the brutal math facing Jon Rahm if he wants back on the PGA Tour, LIV's business missteps (from its team-branding strategy to its mounting legal bills), and a fun hypothetical — could a Bryson-led YouTube golf tour actually work?Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro & why we're breaking down LIV's future1:52 LIV 2.0 restructuring — bankruptcy, equity, and the "$250M mini tour"5:12 Who's funding this? BC Partners and the players-investors standoff8:30 Which players get a fast track back — Rahm and Niemann9:24 Bryson's New York Post quotes, dissected10:26 Bryson's YouTube empire and why he's all-in on LIV14:56 The failed $500M ask from PIF16:14 Bryson's major exemptions status through 202917:41 Bryson is the engine keeping LIV alive19:50 The Q-School pathway back to the PGA Tour22:24 LIV 2.0's reality check: purses shrink from $40M to $15M24:37 Who pays the penalty? Koepka's buyback and Rahm's price tag27:37 Jon Rahm's business decision29:09 LIV's mistakes: legal fees and a fumbled team-branding strategy33:25 The road not taken — a joint venture instead of a rival tour36:34 Could LIV become a YouTube-native golf brand?38:21 Selling YouTube golf to sponsors — the measurement problem40:36 Hypothetical: a Bryson-led touring roadshow42:28 LIV's other lawsuits: Premier Golf League and Mobii Systems47:17 Prediction: Rahm's decision and a September deadline#golf #LIV #pgatour #jonrahm #brysondechambeau #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

A potential game-changer in the fight against pancreatic cancer — Intermountain Health oncologists break down a new drug as 10 Intermountain hospitals join a national initiative to get it to patients. Plus, in Three Things: Utah has the second-largest homes on the market in the country, and a new study reveals dogs can actually tell when you're happy, scared, or sad just by reading your face. Then, the University of Michigan is dropping first-semester grades in a bold move to curb the student mental health crisis — do the hosts think it'll help or hurt? A Tulsa Little League team gets disqualified from the Southwest Region after parents were caught cheating so their kids could win — how far is too far?  The EV honeymoon appears to be over, and Utah teachers are embracing AI as new classroom rules take effect. We also explore the growing trend of "food divorce" — couples who've just stopped eating the same meals entirely — and why fast-food value deals aren't doing the trick anymore, complete with KSL Comment Section Dinner Theatre. We close it out with the AI Question of the Day.   KSL Brightside streams live weekdays 12–3 PM. Watch the YouTube-exclusive live stream from 12–1 PM and catch us on radio plus YouTube from 1–3 PM. Subscribe to us on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@KSLBrightside

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dig into Utah coach Kyle Whittingham's comments downplaying the significance of rivalry hate, arguing that emotion and hatred have historically decided big games like Ohio State-Michigan and that Whittingham's measured tone concerns them. The conversation shifts into a broader college football preview, with the two debating Ryan Day's hot-seat status entering the season given his 2-4 record against Michigan and Ohio State's brutal fall schedule against USC, Indiana, and Oregon. They also share old stories from their sports-media pasts, including run-ins with Charlie Weis and John Harbaugh, and close by hyping the September 12th Ohio State-Texas primetime showdown as a potential "Browns Bowl" distraction.

Hugh discusses the Abdul El-Sayed and the Michigan Senate race and talks with Senator Tom Cotton, Salena Zito, and Phil Balboni.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

Nico Iamaleava is the most misunderstood QB in the nation. I've known of Nico since he was 16, and I've always felt like people were quicker to react to the headlines than understand the person. And since we launched Y-Option three years ago the vision was to share insightful and thoughtful stories in college football. That's today's podcast, fueled by our founding sponsor 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat.This conversation will give you a different look at who he is. The way he talks about his parents. The way he processes praise and blame. The way his mom's cancer battle changed his perspective. The way he gives back to today's youth via his Wilson football camps.There is a lot more to Nico than the noise around him. And if you're a fan who has resented the new-age in college football, this episode may refresh your passion for the game.As Nico steps into the 2026 season and the deepest group of quarterbacks in the history of the Big Ten conference, we will see the starter at UCLA as a man who is grounded, grateful and ready to be where his feet are.I spend my life talking to quarterbacks and today's podcast was one of the most enjoyable podcasts of this decade-long endeavor. We went back and forth on the craft, how he trains his mind, and the impact of new UCLA head coach Bob Chesney. I walked in excited about our conversation and left the Bruins facility inspired by the face of the program on so many levels. I hope by the time you complete this episode, you feel the same way.It's been a hectic week as I've gone from USC to Michigan to the Hall of Fame game to Michigan State to the Hall of Fame induction to Minnesota to home. And I'm heading back on the road tomorrow to prepare for the Apple Cup on NBC, Cy-Hawk, Indiana, and Penn State. Full recaps with Todd Blackledge coming soon and a detailed essay about what it was like watching Larry Fitzgerald get inducted into the Hall as number 385. Until then, much love and stay steady,Yogi Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth is a reader-supported publication. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.y-option.com/subscribe

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-buckeye-scoop--4429642/support.Thank you for being part of the Scoop Family!

There is a lot of noise in the PDA space right now, and some of it is making parents doubt themselves and feel more confused rather than less. So I am re-airing this episode from May 2025 because I think it will help you feel more confident in the path you are on.In this episode I share a story from a feeding support group that crystallized for me why PDA is a distinct experience, not one that can be folded into autism, ADHD, or anxiety strategies without losing something critical. I walk through two examples of content I have seen in the PDA space that would have sent me spiraling five years ago, and I close with a Buddhist concept called the near neighbor enemy that gave me the strength to say something I know is controversial.Key Takeaways The Support Group Story and What It Clarified | 00:01:39 Shortly after moving to Michigan, my husband and I organized a babysitter and drove to a support group for families of Autistic children with feeding challenges. All the other children played in another room with their special interests. One non-speaking child sat calmly with a car magazine. Others played with trains and Legos while their parents talked. I wept on the way home, because I knew with certainty there was no version of that scenario that was possible for my son. He could not have gotten in the car. If he had come, he would have needed undivided attention the entire time and any lapse would have produced a meltdown or destruction of the other children's things. The behavioral feeding therapy that had worked beautifully for these families would have produced panic attacks for mine. PDA Becoming Trendy and What That Is Costing Families | 00:10:56 As PDA awareness has grown, I have noticed content that lumps PDA strategies in with ADHD or Autism approaches and presents them as interchangeable. Two examples I have seen recently: correcting behavior an hour after a meltdown once a child is regulated, and movement breaks every few minutes to help complete homework. Both of these may work beautifully for ADHD children. But for a PDA child who is still well past their threshold of tolerance, going back an hour later to discuss the behavior will most likely push them straight back into activation. A parent trying either of these strategies with a PDA child and seeing them fail is likely to conclude they are doing it wrong, when the issue is not implementation but neurotype fit. PDA Is Not an Anxiety-Driven Need for Control | 00:16:36 When PDA gets folded into the anxiety frame, it leads to recommendations about building frustration tolerance and increasing exposure. That is often exactly the right approach for anxious children. I have panic disorder myself and have worked hard on my own exposure and frustration tolerance. But PDA is not anxiety. It is a survival drive for autonomy rooted in the way the nervous system perceives safety and threat, and it can disable access to basic needs in a way that anxiety alone typically does not. Treating them as equivalent leads families toward strategies that do not fit and away from the ones that do. The Near Neighbor Enemy: Why Sameness Undermines Compassion | 00:18:14 A concept from Buddhist practice helped me find the courage to say something I knew was controversial. A near neighbor enemy is something that resembles a value but undermines it. The near neighbor of love is control. The near neighbor of fierce compassion is sameness, the idea that calling different things the same is itself a form of compassion. When we call PDA the same as Autism, ADHD, or anxiety in the name of inclusion, we erase the specific logic, the lived experience, and the sense of belonging that PDA families need and deserve. Difference is not division. It is precision. Why This Distinction Has Brought Peace to Thousands of Families | 00:19:31 The premise of my work is that PDA is a distinct neurotype with its own nervous system logic and its own approach to accommodation. That premise, not a technique or a strategy, is what has shifted things for my family and for the thousands of families I have worked with. When a parent finally has the right logic for their child's brain, they stop blaming themselves for strategies that were never going to work. They stop doubting their observations. And they start making decisions that actually fit the situation they are in.Relevant Resources Understanding PDA — Free class where I teach the nervous system disability framework and the unique logic of the PDA nervous system that distinguishes it from autism, ADHD, and anxiety.Burnout — Free class with context for the burnout period I describe, and why strategies designed for other neurotypes can deepen rather than relieve burnout in PDA children.Paradigm Shift Program — My signature program where the distinct logic of the PDA nervous system is practiced as an embodied skill across twelve weeks, with live coaching and a community of families who share the same experience.

This episode is a wild ride, folks, as we dive into the world of politics, scandals, and online gambling. From California Governor Gavin Newsom's questionable trip to Michigan to campaign for Democrats, to the disturbing trend of betting on wildfires, this episode has it all.In this episode, we're discussing the latest news and updates on various topics, including Gavin Newsom's trip to Michigan, where he's been accused of putting his presidential ambitions ahead of his role as California governor. We're also talking about the online gambling industry and the rise of prediction markets, where people can bet on everything from wildfires to the outcome of elections. But what's really disturbing is the fact that some people are using these platforms to bet on destructive events, potentially even influencing the outcome.We're also discussing the case of a model and influencer who's been accused of robbing and extorting wealthy men and young women she met on dating apps. The court documents reveal a shocking amount of stolen goods, including designer clothes, cash, and gold coins. And we're questioning the ethics of online gambling platforms that allow people to bet on real-world events, potentially even influencing the outcome.If you want to hear more about these topics and get the inside scoop on the latest news and scandals, tune in to this episode of the podcast. We're diving deeper into the world of politics, scandals, and online gambling, and we're not holding back. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and get ready for a wild ride.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's WeatherBrains episode is all about Hawaii. Joining us tonight as Guest WeatherBrain is the Chief Meteorologist at Hawaii News Now.  She has given over 15 years of service and has provided trusted coverage for the Hawaiian Islands including tropical cyclones, earthquakes, tsunamis, fires, and other natural disasters.  She earned her Bachelor's degree in Atmospheric Ocean Science at San Fransisco State University.  Jennifer Robbins, welcome to WeatherBrains! Tonight's Guest Panelist is the Warning Coordination Meteorologist (WCM) at the NWS office in Honolulu.  He works Statewide with a wide variety of partners and earned his Bachelor of Science in Atmospheric Sciences from the University of Michigan in 1998.  He started at NWS Marquette MI in 1999, and has worked with the NWS Honolulu since 2006, and the WCM since 2017.  John Bravender, thanks for joining us tonight! Our email officer Jen is continuing to handle the incoming messages from our listeners. Reach us here: email@weatherbrains.com. Jennifer's early weather background (10:00) John's early weather background (15:30) What exactly is it like to forecast for the State of Hawaii?  (18:00) Difficulties forecasting with Hawaiian microclimates (20:00) Employee organization at NWS Honolulu (25:30) Torrential rainfall and major flooding in Hawaii caused by Kona lows (33:00) What exactly is a Kona low?  (42:30) What happened to the Central Pacific Hurricane Center? (49:00) 1992's Hurricane Iniki (50:00) Introduction of chickens to Hawaii in the wake of Hurricane Iniki (53:30) Fire weather threats and how it has changed in recent years (58:30) Tsunami risks and concerns in Hawaii (01:07:45) Warning protocol in the State of Hawaii regarding tsunamis and severe weather (01:19:30) The Astronomy Outlook with Tony Rice (01:25:30) This Week in Tornado History With Jen (01:27:30) E-Mail Segment (01:29:00) Sneak peak at future WeatherBrains episodes! (01:31:30) and more! Web Sites from Episode 1073:   Hawaii News Now First Alert Weather Honolulu, HI NWS Forecast Office Alabama Weather Network Picks of the Week: John Bravender - Homeowner's Handbook to Prepare for Natural Hazards James Aydelott - Okie James on Facebook: In 1936, the start of a truly hideous stretch of never-seen-since Summer weather in Tulsa Jen Narramore - Dyer County Historical Society Rick Smith - Out Troy Kimmel - Out Kim Klockow-McClain - Population structure and hybridisation in a population of Hawaiian feral chickens John Gordon - LoriGraceWX Monsoon Photography Bill Murray - Out James Spann - Proposed changes to WPC's Excessive Rainfall Outlook The WeatherBrains crew includes your host, James Spann, plus other notable geeks like Troy Kimmel, Bill Murray, Rick Smith, James Aydelott, Jen Narramore, John Gordon, and Dr. Kim Klockow-McClain. They bring together a wealth of weather knowledge and experience for another fascinating podcast about weather.

HOUR 2 (08/11) - Gary & Shannon open with #TerrorInTheSkies after an American Airlines flight struck birds shortly after takeoff, triggering a mayday and an engine emergency.They then turn to Los Angeles politics as the city’s homelessness crisis worsens, Ninthya Raman loses her committee chairmanship, and both Raman and Mayor Karen Bass face questions over accountability and whether anyone is actually fixing the problem.Later, they debate the University of Michigan’s plan to drop letter grades for incoming freshmen and wrap with meteor showers, a SpaceX launch, and whether dating has simply become too expensive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Detroit Sports Podcast -- The Michigan Podcast This episode -- Steve Deace kicks off Season 10 by breaking down Michigan's 8.5 win total and why everything hinges on Bryce Underwood matching up against elite QBs like Arch Manning, Julian Sayin, and John Mateer. Steve unveils his annual 25-point crystal ball, predicting Oregon wins the natty, Ryan Day bolts for the NFL, Wisconsin fires Luke Fickel, and more chaos across college football, plus his take on Warde Manuel's complicated exit as Michigan's AD! 

Detroit Sports Podcast -- The Michigan Podcast This episode -- Steve Deace breaks down why Michigan's 2026 schedule features the toughest collection of opposing quarterbacks in program history, from Dante Moore and Julian Sayin to John Mateer, and what it means for Bryce Underwood's crucial leap forward! Plus, Mark Rogers joins to react to Kyle Whittingham's take on dialing down the hate in the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry, and whether the media will let him get away with it.

Chuck and Heath discuss Mississippi State adding fifth year players back to their roster after a recent court ruling. Ryan Abraham of USC Football assesses the Trojans, Chuck's number 14 team. Trevor McCue of Blue by Ninety analyzes the latest on Michigan practice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craftsmanship isn't just about mastering a skill—it's about mentorship, legacy, and carrying forward a tradition with passion and purpose. Episode Summary In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Mackenzie Maes of Blown Deadline Custom Cerakote. We explore the profound impact of mentorship in the firearms industry, with Mackenzie sharing how she learned the craft directly from the late Michael Sigouin, a true pioneer in custom Cerakote finishes. We talk about overcoming challenges, honoring legacy, and what it means for Mackenzie and Dana to carry forward Michael's standards of excellence. Mackenzie discusses her journey from painting monster trucks and powder coating to leading one of the top custom gun finish shops as a woman in a male-dominated industry. She opens up about personal and technical hurdles, how she found her own creative style, and why she continues to grind every day to ensure that Michael's legacy—and her own—lives on. Call to Action If you enjoy our conversations and want even more insight into the world of custom firearms, gear, and training, make sure you subscribe to The Gun Experiment on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Share this episode with your friends, follow us on social, and let us know what you think! Got a favorite Cerakote design or want to show some support for Mackenzie's journey? DM us or leave a comment. And don't forget to leave a review to help grow The Gun Experiment community! Show Sponsors HSM Ammunition: Quality, consistency, and American-made—visit hsmammunition.com and look for the orange logo at your local gun shops. Onsite Firearms Training (OFT, LLC): Affordable, high-quality firearms training all over the country. Start your journey today at oftllc.us. Key Takeaways True craftsmanship is about more than just skills—it's legacy and mentorship passed down with pride. Mackenzie's journey took her from monster truck garages and powder coating to the apex of Cerakote artistry. Breaking into a male-dominated industry required grit, tenacity, and continually proving herself—even now. Carrying on Michael Sigouin's legacy was intimidating, but Mackenzie's drive and her bond with Dana led to Blown Deadline being woman-owned. Mackenzie continues to develop her own artistic style, such as her signature “live camo,” and plans to push boundaries with new creative builds. Hard work, a love for the craft, and a supportive community are the backbone of Blown Deadline's continuing success. The firearms industry needs more representation and respect for women who take their place at the bench and booth. Guest Information Mackenzie Maes Co-owner & Lead Artist at Blown Deadline Custom Cerakote Instagram: @blowndeadline and @thepowdercoatchick Shop Location: Clinton Township, MI (just outside Detroit) Specialties: Custom Cerakote firearm finishes, creative camo patterns, laser work, and more Keywords Cerakote, custom gun finishes, Blown Deadline, Mackenzie Maes, Michael Segoyan, firearms industry, women in firearms, mentorship, legacy, gun customization, powder coating, custom camo, Barrett 50 cal, American 2A community, gun experiment podcast, HSM Ammunition, Onsite Firearms Training, Star Wars gun paint, hunting, creative camouflage, gun art, Michigan firearm artists, battle worn finish, women entrepreneurs, gunsmithing, gun painting, gear and training, gun podcast

12 - Ron Johnson is hot on Fauci's tail! 1210 - Side - associated with the farm 1215 - Welcome to Woke 2.0! 1220 - Your calls. 1230 - When did Corey become the School Choice Evangelist? Corey DeAngelis joins us today as we find out more about COVID behind the scenes. How much of a farce were the CDC guidelines after the Teachers Unions got after them? Are people going to donate once people hear about the benefits of school choice credits? Who is Corey going to be debating in PA? 1250 - The University of Michigan is lowering the standard to the ground for incoming freshman. 1 - Does Trump need three Air Force Ones? 105 - Your calls. 115 - Will self-driving buses come to SEPTA? 120 - More of your calls. 150 - Senator Jarrett Coleman has a proposal that would benefit cyclists in Pennsylvania. Do you like it? 2 - Whoops! Went long on that last segment. 210 - Your calls. 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - Chairman of Do No Harm, Dr. Stanley Goldfarb joins us here today. What does he think about the development of de-transitioning centers for kids? Will this lead to less states performing the gender changing operation and procedures? What does he think of CHOP's decision to keep performing these procedures? Has woke been beaten down enough on this issue? 225 - Who is feeling like they're in a chokehold? 240 - What's the latest crisis in Italy? Would Frank in South Philly know anything about it? 250 - The Lightning Round!

12 - Ron Johnson is hot on Fauci's tail! 1210 - Side - associated with the farm 1215 - Welcome to Woke 2.0! 1220 - Your calls. 1230 - When did Corey become the School Choice Evangelist? Corey DeAngelis joins us today as we find out more about COVID behind the scenes. How much of a farce were the CDC guidelines after the Teachers Unions got after them? Are people going to donate once people hear about the benefits of school choice credits? Who is Corey going to be debating in PA? 1250 - The University of Michigan is lowering the standard to the ground for incoming freshman.

Check out our live stream from earlier! Some movement or coalition fragmentation happened over the weekend as former vice president Kamala Harris endorsed Abdul El Sayed in Michigan.

Ross Bell is back on the Platform. He is the founder and head coach of Armor Fitness and the man behind VIKN Performance chalk, the official chalk of the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open for as long as we run this thing. We are shield brothers, and this one is a good one.We get into what Ross is building: Grip of the Gods, an all-comers charity kettlebell competition benefiting Team RWB (enriching veterans' lives through fitness). It came out of losing a friend right before Christmas and wanting to get in front of veteran suicide instead of scrambling to react to it. Lift anything, claim any clan, 25 bucks a lift, and it goes to the cause. In person August 22 at Breakthrough Fitness in Grand Ledge, Michigan, or virtual from anywhere with your set filmed during the submission window.Ross is anchoring the day with a stupid-for-good world-record attempt: a two-hour long cycle set, with sponsors pledging dollars per rep straight to the vets. We nerd out on how you even train for two hours under the bell (burst-duration sets under Ken Blackburn and the IKFF, gloved snatch work, Bulgarian bag and mace, the Norwegian cycling protocol), why grip is the most underrated quality in the sport, how to train your skin like the organ it is, and what actually separates high-quality chalk from the shitty stuff. If you have ever figured chalk is chalk, VIKN's Valhalla Dust will change your mind.CHAPTERS00:00 Sponsor: VIKN Performance01:02 Welcome, and who Ross Bell is03:31 Catching up: rebuilding Armor Fitness and VIKN05:43 Grip of the Gods, and why Team RWB10:18 How the event works and how to register (Aug 22 Grand Ledge, or virtual)13:56 The two-hour long cycle world record attempt14:22 Training for a two-hour set (Ken Blackburn / IKFF)16:44 Cardio and the Norwegian protocol18:35 Sponsor: Living.Fit19:15 Grip: the underrated quality23:02 Torn hands, and how to avoid them26:00 Chalk science: what separates good chalk from bad28:40 Valhalla Dust31:29 Where to find Ross and VIKN32:37 WrapCONNECT WITH ROSS + VIKNVIKN Performance on Instagram / Facebook: @viknperformanceRoss's personal brand on Instagram / Facebook: @ArmorFitnessKettlebellGrip of the Gods registration, $25 a lift, in person Aug 22 or virtual: https://viknperformance.com/pages/grip-of-the-godsPledge Ross's world-record set (dollars per rep to Team RWB): https://app.99pledges.com/fund/armorfitness/ross-bellRoss's Aug 23 kettlebell-sport seminar (IKFF) signup: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSckNZ0OpNDxbTnCUy8zdWulfdoIHojnpzEaw4eLYZu319AL9Q/viewformCONNECT WITH TCKBRegister for the 2026 Twin Cities Kettlebell Open / AKLU National Championship, September 12: https://www.twincitieskettlebellclub.com/openApply for 1-on-1 coaching: https://www.twincitieskettlebellclub.com/interestformEmail: twincitieskettlebellclub@gmail.comIf this episode helps, follow the show and share it with someone who needs to hear it. And if you can lift something for Grip of the Gods, do it.Support the show and save: Pro Kettlebell, 10% off with code TCKB10, https://prokettlebell.com/online-store?aff=8VIKN Valhalla Dust chalk, as heard in this episode: https://viknperformance.comAKLU sanctioned events: https://www.aklu.net/sanctioned-eventsSome links are affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. VIKN is the official chalk sponsor of the Twin Cities Kettlebell Open.

Canada now records roughly one in twenty deaths through medical assistance in dying, and Austin argues that a program sold for the terminally ill has expanded toward disability, poverty, loneliness, and mental illness. Camellia Peterson of Americans for Prosperity-Missouri joins the show on America's reading decline, whole books disappearing from classrooms, literature for boys, and why reading and handwriting still matter. Then Tim Golding of Michigan AFP explains Abdul El-Sayed's socialist agenda, why Republicans lost their edge on the economy, and the case for education, energy, and regulatory reform. This commute-friendly Wake Up America audio edition removes livestream setup, commercials, visual-only material, donation mechanics, and repeated filler. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so the next edition is waiting for you. Watch the complete video.

Robin Williams died on this day and Backstreet Boys have extended their residency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Play Detroit's favorite game!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.