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It's no exaggeration to say that this season has been calamitous for Italian football. Almost every Serie A team is out of the Champions League, the national team faces a World Cup playoff, and the stadia are decaying. So how did it all go wrong, and more importantly, how can things be put right?David Cartlidge joins Andy and Dotun to answer that. Also, the guys discuss Real Madrid's historic associations with the far-right, Barcelona's presidency, and the chances of Paris FC avoiding a relegation scrap.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop recap Mexico's convincing victory against Iceland before discussing which players are making their case for the World Cup this summer. Later, they react to the news that the Portuguese Federation is closely monitoring the safety of the situation in Mexico ahead of their friendly there. Then, they do a recap of the USMNT players making an impact abroad, including Johnny Cardoso and Weston McKennie. Finally, they go through a quick recap of CONCACAF Champions Cup matches before discussing Denis Bouanga's new deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode I'm joined by Tim Stillman for a statements style episode. We take statements from our Patreon members that he has to either Strongly agree, Agree, Disagree, or Strongly Disagree with. Topics covered today include the reaction to the North London derby win, how Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres have contributed this season, what pipping Pep Guardiola to the Premier League title would mean, Martin Odegaard's role between now and the end of the season, long throws, Arsenal's dropped points, Ben White's future, Myles Lewis-Skelly, the summer World Cup and lots more.Follow Tim on BlueSky here: https://bsky.app/profile/tim-stillman.bsky.socialGet extra bonus content and help support Arseblog by becoming an Arseblog Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arseblog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Patrick Bet-David sits down with DHS Secretary Kristi Noem to discuss her claim that “they spied on me,” the discovery of a secret DHS file room, the fallout surrounding El Mencho and cartel operations, and efforts to identify and remove alleged deep state actors inside the Department of Homeland Security.
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It's been a while since the boys played. Who's in? Who's out? As the World Cup approaches, the answers to these questions are not always clear, but Greg breaks down what we DO know, and CAN say. Skip the ads! Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon and get all episodes ad-free, plus any bonus episodes. Patrons at $5 a month or more also get access to Clip Notes, a video of key moments on the field we discuss on the show, plus all patrons get access to our private Discord server, live call-in shows, and the full catalog of historic recaps we've made: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedAlso, check out Boots on the Ground, our USWNT-focused spinoff podcast headed up by Tara and Vince. They are cooking over there, you can listen here: https://boots-on-the-ground.simplecast.comAnd check out our MERCH, baby. We have better stuff than you might think: https://www.scuffedhq.com/store Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to the United States, and for short-term rental hosts, this is not just another busy weekend.It is a multi-week, multi-city revenue opportunity.In this episode, we break down what is really happening behind the headlines, including those $17,000 Airbnb listings near MetLife Stadium, and what smart hosts are doing differently.This is not about price gouging. It is about understanding demand timing, fan behavior, booking windows, and strategic positioning.Whether you are in a host city, a drive-to market, or nowhere near a stadium, the strategies in this episode apply to any major event in your area, from concerts to conventions to college football.We cover:Why pricing only the final weekend is a massive mistakeHow to map match schedules and identify demand wavesTiered pricing versus one emotional rateWhy you should never be the first one sold outHow to optimize your listing for group logisticsThe operational blind spots that can crush your reviewsThe World Cup is a historic opportunity, but only if you approach it strategically.
One day after Donald Trump declared he's putting VP JD Vance in charge of America's "war on fraud" we need a scorecard to keep track of all the federal raids, busts, arraignments and investigations made public in some of our biggest cities. KC's Mayor Pro Tem is in really hot water over an FBI investigation that's been going on for a full year without her knowing it. LA, San Fran, Boston, Miami and the mother of all fraud... Minneapolis.. all had big news yesterday. That takedown on the street by ICE of a 19 year old American in Olathe has a new narrative. Turns out the young man was road raging ICE agents and is lucky.... no, very lucky... they are not charging him with a crime. Never, ever believe the one sided first stories regarding ICE enforcing our laws. World Cup host cities are crying poor and FIFA is threatening to pull out of fan fests and other events around the soccer games if they don't get millions and millions now.... from FEMA! There is stunning financial data for the Atlanta Braves' Ballpark Village and it's easy to see why the Royals want to try to do this for themselves. They are only the latest but the fan boy media around K-State Athletics are really embarrassing themselves by piling on the basketball team and coaches right now after four years of publicly drinking the Kool Aid on the biggest hiring disaster in school history. Don't trust fan boy media anywhere! And the lawsuit by 1587 Sneakers against 1587 restaurant is not exactly what you think.... we'll fill you in.
The longtime Ireland captain and Arsenal star shares how she went from playing with her siblings to taking on the biggest stars in the world. Plus, her dreams for the future of the women's game in Ireland as the Girls in Green attempt to qualify for another World Cup.SUBSCRIBE TO THE WOMEN'S GAME NEWSLETTER: https://mibcourage.co/42X5HpBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these!What is the name of the baby macaque who has a stuffed orangutan and recently went viral?Which bond film has the line "No Mr. Bond, I expect you to die" in it?Who was the first poet interred at Poet's Corner in Westminster Abbey in 1400?Which country features a shipwreck on its national flag?According to legend, which animal outsmarted all the rest to come in first at the Great Race and thus the first animal in the Chinese zodiac?Which was the most prominent ancient cilization that did not have a traditional written language?What is the splitting of atomic nuclei called?Which African nation has gone furthest at the World Cup?Lanolin used by humans is derived from which animal?What food comes from boiling the skin, bones, and cartilage of animals such as pigs, cows, and chickens?Which 2018 song by Lil Nas X became a viral hit blending country and rap?MusicHot Swing, Fast Talkin, Bass Walker, Dances and Dames, Ambush by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Don't forget to follow us on social media:Patreon – patreon.com/quizbang – Please consider supporting us on Patreon. Check out our fun extras for patrons and help us keep this podcast going. We appreciate any level of support!Website – quizbangpod.com Check out our website, it will have all the links for social media that you need and while you're there, why not go to the contact us page and submit a question!Facebook – @quizbangpodcast – we post episode links and silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess.Instagram – Quiz Quiz Bang Bang (quizquizbangbang), we post silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess.Twitter – @quizbangpod We want to start a fun community for our fellow trivia lovers. If you hear/think of a fun or challenging trivia question, post it to our twitter feed and we will repost it so everyone can take a stab it. Come for the trivia – stay for the trivia.Ko-Fi – ko-fi.com/quizbangpod – Keep that sweet caffeine running through our body with a Ko-Fi, power us through a late night of fact checking and editing!Quiz, trivia, games, pub+trivia, pub+quiz, competition, education, comedy
Join our NEW YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@ModernSoccerCoachTV In this week's Modern Soccer Coach podcast, I sat down with US Soccer Sporting Director Matt Crocker for an honest conversation about the future of player development in the United States. If the goal is to become a consistent World Cup contender — not just a nation capable of a one-off run — then the biggest shift cannot happen at senior level. It has to happen in the environments where young players are developed every day. We discussed the numbers behind elite performance, the importance of practice time, the pressure coaches feel to win at younger ages, and why US Soccer is choosing to influence rather than dictate change across the landscape. One theme stood out clearly: there is a difference between a winning mentality and a win-at-all-costs mentality. Elite performance begins with joy. When children feel psychologically safe, encouraged to experiment, and supported as individuals, they build the creativity, confidence, and resilience required at the highest level. If we prioritize short-term results over long-term development, we risk limiting both participation and potential. The pathway to elite soccer is not built on pressure alone — it is built on environments where players love the game enough to invest the thousands of hours required to master it. A big thank you to Zone 14 Coaching for supporting this episode. Their NextGen journals for coaches and players are designed to bring structure, reflection, and intentional learning into the training process — helping coaches plan with clarity and players track their development throughout the season. You can learn more at zone14coaching.com and use the code MODERNSOCCER5 for $5 off.
Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies sit down with their former coach - and one of the most influential figures in American soccer history - Bob Bradley for a wide-ranging conversation as the USMNT gears up for a home World Cup (04:03). Bob evaluates Mauricio Pochettino's time in charge of the group and what fine-tuning is left to do (05:59). The crew gets into the weeds on shape, flexibility, and how to maximize the March friendlies (14:10). Bob shares his view on the roster options - from the staying power of Tim Ream to what he sees in young center back Noahkai Banks to how he'd manage the mercurial talents of Gio Reyna (16:57). The conversation turns to Bob's own coaching career with an extended reflection on the USMNT's run to the 2009 Confederations Cup Final (34:16). He also revisits his early impressions of a young Charlie Davies and reflects on the players he most enjoyed coaching and watching, and wades into the waters of comparing Christian Pulisic, Clint Dempsey, and Landon Donovan (56:12). On a more personal note, Bob discusses watching his son Michael Bradley's transition into coaching with Red Bulls New York, and why he always sensed that path was inevitable (1:03:46). Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is 2026 about to be the biggest year for retail real estate in decades?Retail real estate doesn't move in a vacuum. It moves when consumers have a reason to act. 2026 is shaping up to be one of the strongest demand environments in decades because three massive global catalysts are converging at the same time: the World Cup, the Winter Olympics tailwind, and America's 250th anniversary.Major live events compress consumer hesitation. They create urgency. They create moments. And moments drive spending.The data already supports this. Global events generate massive marketing exposure, elevated brand awareness, and increased physical activity in retail corridors. But the real impact isn't just tourism, it's domestic behavior. People travel, gather, host, celebrate, and spend in ways they otherwise wouldn't. Retailers, restaurants, and physical destinations become the center of those moments.At the same time, the fundamentals of retail real estate remain exceptionally strong. Supply is constrained. Leasing velocity is accelerating. Tenants are competing aggressively for physical space, recognizing that stores do more than produce four-wall profit, they lower customer acquisition costs and drive digital growth.The narrative that retail is “technology resistant” completely misses the point. The physical store isn't fighting technology, it's enhancing it. Retailers are discovering that their digital performance improves when they open physical locations. Stores are no longer just revenue centers; they are strategic growth engines.This shift has fundamentally changed the leasing environment. Landlords are no longer chasing tenants to fill space. Tenants are racing to secure locations before competitors do.Retail isn't surviving. It's expanding. 2026 could be remembered as the year physical retail reasserted its full strategic value, not just as a place to transact, but as a critical platform for brand growth, customer acquisition, and long-term market share.What You'll HearWhy global events are creating a 2026 retail tailwind - How the World Cup, America 250, and stacked spending moments are driving incremental tourism, domestic travel, and real-world consumer activity.How live moments accelerate spending behavior - Why major events compress hesitation and push consumers from waiting to acting.The leasing velocity surge happening right now - What rising deal volume, stronger economics, and tenant expansion signal about retail confidence.Why retailers are in a land grab for physical space - How constrained supply has shifted the market and intensified competition for prime locations.Why physical stores power digital growth - How brick-and-mortar lowers customer acquisition costs and makes omnichannel performance more efficient.Why retail isn't tech resistant—tech needs retail - The strategic shift from clicks versus bricks to clicks because of bricks, and what that means for long-term real estate value.Chapters00:01 - Why I'm bullish on 2026The macro retail real estate fundamentals and why the outlook is stronger than the narrative suggests.02:08 - The olympics spending tailwind has already startedHow marketing exposure and brand promotion drive spending beyond the event itself.04:25 - Why the world cup will be a massive retail catalystTourism, domestic travel, and gathering behavior will drive incremental retail demand.06:36 - America 250 and the stacking of spending catalystsPatriotism, celebrations, and event sequencing create sustained spending momentum.08:51 - Leasing velocity is accelerating rapidlyReal-world leasing activity confirms strong tenant demand and economic confidence.10:41 - The myth of technology-resistant tenantsWhy framing retail as resistant to technology misses the real strategic shift.10:59 - Why stores drive digital growthPhysical locations lower customer acquisition costs and enhance overall brand performance.11:54 - The tenant land grab has begunRetailers are aggressively securing space before competitors lock in key locations.13:09 - Why physical retail is more valuable than everThe strategic role of stores is expanding beyond traditional revenue metrics.
Conversions still beat new construction in a lot of markets right now, so I wanted to get specific on what Bruce Ford sees across the Americas pipeline. I talked with Bruce Ford (SVP, Lodging Econometrics) about where projects are moving, where they're stalling, and what owners/operators/investors should watch in Canada, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the U.S. for #NoVacancyNews. Here's what we cover:
Brennon Nielson and Nate Benson tell us about Slab O Rama and their Reserve Grand Champion win to qualify them for the 2027 BBQ World Cup and a shot at 1 million dollars!
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour with Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla joining Zolak & Bertrand to discuss the latest on the Jayson Tatum front, Coach of the Year voting, and the state of the team.(17:25) The crew goes back and forth on Peter Schrager's latest update on the AJ Brown front.(26:08) We touch on Alex Bregman's viral IG post with Rafael Devers.(36:03) The guys finish the hour with Revolution goalkeeper Matt Turner returning the show, as he touches on the state of the team, his usage leading up to the World Cup, and artificial turf vs. real grass.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Destination 2026, Houston's Countdown to the Cup, with Glenn Davis! Houston updates, Scotland Kilts, Infantino speaks Glenn's take on cultural ownership of soccer in Houston Brian Sciaretta, American Soccer Now, on USMNT and youth in MLS The Dynamics of a short tournament.
Adam Hurrey, Charlie Eccleshare and Nick Miller entertain this month's listener entries for Mesut Haaland Dicks, as the Clichés faithful nominate their niche footballing fascinations and irritations. Among the selections are the mid-game solidarity between opposing 5-a-side goalkeepers, top-half teams with wildly anomalous goal differences, managers who performatively refuse to watch their players taking penalties, and the attitude of pubs towards their flag-based bunting during major tournaments. Meanwhile, the Adjudication Panel enjoy a quintessentially Scottish football phone-in caller and a listener flags a very niche noise made by a commentator that we will now never be able to ignore. Sign up for Dreamland, the new members-only Football Clichés experience, to access our exclusive new show and much more: https://dreamland.footballcliches.com Visit nordvpn.com/cliches to get four extra months on a two-year plan with NordVPN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE.This week, Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright dive into a title race that's getting tighter by the week. With Arsenal and Manchester City going head to head at the top, how is Wrighty feeling heading into the run-in, and who does the team back to lift the league in May?We look back at a huge North London Derby, as Arsenal got the better of Spurs, while Viktor Gyökeres continues his strong form. Benjamin Šeško was at it again too, coming off the bench for Manchester United as the super sub. The team break down both strikers' impact and how crucial they could be in the final stretch of the season.Super 6 returns ahead of another busy week of fixtures, and Gary tests the panel on the top five Premier League goalscorers from different nations with the Premier League Companion powered by Microsoft Copilot.We're also joined by Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez, who reflects on his squad ahead of the World Cup and discusses Cristiano Ronaldo's role as the tournament approaches.Gyökeres or Šeško, who are you taking? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode.00:00 Intro08:03 Viktor Gyökeres19:41 Sesko and United Attack21:49 Tottenham Relegation Worries34:59 PL Companion by Microsoft Copilot39:06 Super 651:43 Roberto Martinez and Portugal53:11 Bruno Fernandes01:00:08 Cristiano Ronaldo01:17:14 Community QuestionsThis episode is sponsored by Microsoft Copilot as part of their partnership with the Premier League. This episode is sponsored by Huel.Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day's full-on, you need fuel that's fast and actually good for you.Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds.
In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports, they discuss the possibility of a Tyler Myers trade as he was held out of the game last night for "roster management" reasons, they chat last night's Canucks OT loss to the Jets (3:00), plus they talk all things Canada Soccer ahead of the World Cup with Footy Prime's James Sharman (27:09). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
On today's episode of The Agenda, Finn Caddie joins ACC Head G Lane and has an issue to raise about a breach of privacy within the ACC team (00:00)...Next, they discuss the Black Caps absolutely sucking the life out of Sri Lanka and knocking them out of their own World Cup, and Melie Kerr putting a hurting on Zimbabwe in the Tron (07:25)! Plus, G Lane tells an incredible story about Bernie Ecclestone and an EasyJet flight (14:20)...Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (26:40)... Did you know that we've launched a new Facebook Group called 'The Caravan' JOIN HERE! Brought to you by Export Ultra! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Agenda Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this feed drop episode, Tamerra and Jillian, hosts of the Full Time podcast, set the stage for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil. They break down how qualifiers work and examine disparity in resources and opportunities across countries. While the U.S. women's national team has been playing friendly after friendly, plenty of the rest of the world has already started their qualification paths to the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil. So, what is the state of World Cup qualifying around the world in women's soccer? What do people need to know about the differences in how the six FIFA confederations handle their qualifiers? How can FIFA change the women's game and increase investment? Who are the nations to watch that could be on the rise over the next year? Listen to other episode by The Athletic's Full Time at https://fulltimepod.com/ Sportly Production: Host: Kavitha A. Davison | Producer: Paroma Chakravarty I Executive Producer: Saadia Khan | Fact Checking and Research: Paroma Chakravarty I Sound Designer & Editor: Paroma Chakravarty I Sportly Theme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover Art Graphic Designer: Sarah DiMichele Want to go deeper into your own identity? Download Belong on Your Own Terms, the app helping first-gen, second-gen, and third-culture kids reclaim belonging on their own terms. link below http://studio.com/saadia Join us in creating new intellectual engagement for our audience. You can get more information at http://immigrantlypod.com Please share the love and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify to help more people find us! Remember to subscribe to our Apple podcast channel for insightful podcasts. You can reach the host, Kavitha, at kavitha@immigrantlypod.com Find Sportly on Instagram @sportlypod Follow us on TikTok @immigrantly Sportly is an Immigrantly Media Production For advertising inquiries, you can contact us at info@immigrantlypod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tyler Adams is back for another episode of The Captain presented by Verizon, and this time, Tyler shares his thoughts on how Juventus and USMNT midfielder Weston McKennie keeps outplaying his doubters, why Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes is the most difficult midfielder to play against in the Premier League, and what makes the run up to the 2026 World Cup so different than the road to the tournament four years ago. Plus, Tyler answers questions straight from the listeners.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Missin Curfew Episode 461 Team USA wins the Gold Medal at the Winter Olympics in a thrilling gold medal match against Canada How has team USA built their hockey program over the years? Has Connor Hellebuyck proved himself as a goalie who can win the big games? What's next for Hockey Canada after the silver medal? How will the Olympic players adjust back to the NHL? (0:00) Intro (3:15) Returning to the NHL After Olympics End (11:37) Team USA Wins Gold (21:50) J Swish's Report From Milan (23:39) Scottie Playing With John Elway and Other Greats at Pro Rivals Golf (33:18) DraftKings Pick6 Segment: Kulak Traded to Colorado (36:55) Labatt Get This Guy A Beer: Megan Keller, Jack Hughes, Matthew Tkachuk, Jack Eichel, Sydney Crosby, Cale Makar, Team Finland (50:10) Luxury Auto Collection Dog of The Week: Connor Hellebuyck (54:15) Eagle Four Around the National: Gold Medal Game Recap (1:05:50) Should Team Canada Change GM? (1:10:03) World Cup of Hockey? (1:11:37) Jäegermeister Iciest Shot of the Week: Jack Hughes Golden Goal (1:13:36) Milk Carton: Paul Coffey Back With Oilers, Black Maple Leaf Jerseys SAUCE HOCKEY MERCH | https://saucehockey.com/collections/missin-curfew YOUTUBE | www.youtube.com/@MissinCurfew SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/4uNgHhgCtt97nMbbHm2Ken APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/missin-curfew INSTAGRAM | www.instagram.com/missincurfew TWITTER | www.twitter.com/MissinCurfew TIKTOK | www.tiktok.com/@missincurfewpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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On today's 2.25.26 show Selena tried the ‘bird test' on her husband, Nancy Guthrie's case may soon become a cold case, Bonnie Blue is expecting, we go through our Cool or Not list, a Love is Blind contestant is accused of lying about their age, Punch has made new friends, dealing with internet trolls, Airbnb is offering a big incentive ahead of the World Cup, Benny Blanco's feet and more!
This week on Black & Gold Insider Max Bretos is joined by new LAFC midfielder Stephen Eustáquio who talks about his extraordinary rise through club football, his path towards representing Canada at the 2026 World Cup, and why LAFC was a perfect match to accomplish all his goals.
(February 24, 2026 - Hour One)9:14pm & 9:35pm - It's only the biggest thing being talked about, promoted and/or otherwise in the BBQ community over the past few months. Scott Erdmann from BBQ World Cup & Expo joins the show to answer the questions no one else seems willing to ask. Where is this money actually coming from, is it a million dollar prize for the GC? Is it a million dollar prize purse (not just cash), how is this thing being judged, how will qualifiers affect other events, where is the main event actually taking place, what is the broader outlook for this whole thing...and more! The BBQ Central Show SponsorsPrimo GrillsBig Poppa Smokers – Use promo code “REMPE26” for free shipping!FireboardPit Barrel CookerMicallef Cigars – Premium Hand Rolled Cigars
For the first time ever, cities across Mexico, Canada, and the United States will be sharing the world’s most viewed sporting event... the FIFA men’s World Cup. But sports economists will tell you, the cost of hosting these games isn't always worth the reward. On today's episode, will the World Cup be an economic win for the city?GUEST:Lynnette Buffington, chief of staff for the Seattle Metro Chamber of Commerce Do you have a question for the Booming team? Give us a call at (206) 221-7158 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at booming@kuow.org.Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/boomingnotes.Booming is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Carol Smith. Our producers are Lucy Soucek and Alec Cowan. Our hosts are Joshua McNichols and Monica Nickelsburg.Support the show: https://kuow.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On February 22, 2026, the Mexican military successfully neutralized Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes, the elusive leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). The fallout was immediate: a coordinated wave of violence involving over 250 roadblocks, burning vehicles, and attacks on security forces across 20 Mexican states. In this episode, we break down the high-stakes military operation in Tapalpa, the unprecedented intelligence sharing between the Sheinbaum administration and the U.S. government, and the "ghost town" atmosphere currently gripping Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta. Key Topics Discussed:The Operation: How Mexican Special Forces, aided by U.S. Northern Command intelligence, tracked El Mencho to a remote cabin via a romantic partner.The Retaliation: Analysis of the "specular violence" used by CJNG, including the deaths of 25 National Guard members and prison breaks in Jalisco.The Power Vacuum: Who is next? We look at potential successors like "El Jardinero" and "El RR" and the risk of the cartel fracturing.Travel Impact: What the U.S. State Department's "shelter in place" orders mean for tourists and the upcoming 2026 World Cup matches in Guadalajara.Political Fallout: How this "kingpin" strategy shift affects relations between President Claudia Sheinbaum and the Trump administration.Safety Alert: As of February 24, 2026, travel advisories remain in effect for Jalisco, Michoacán, and Colima. Listeners in these regions are advised to monitor local authorities and avoid major highways.
Brad Haddin and Jack Heverin are in for the Willow Talk World Cup wrap, and the Super 8s are slowly locking in the semi-finalists. We look at South Africa's dominant defeat of India and just how good Marco Jansen could be. Hadds praises the South African side, as well as the West Indies and their 2016-esque vibes from this tournament. How can India respond after their shock loss? Hadds looks at Australia's tough road to the 2028 Olympics. We get your questions for a World Cup edition of 'Ask Hadds'. Plus, with the upcoming Australian series in South Africa, we look back at some of the good (and bad) tour stories over there and finish with Healy's 50 and Mitch Starc's commentary! Follow on Apple, Spotify and the LiSTNR app Watch on YouTube Drop us a message on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 is only days away, and already it's safe to say it will be the biggest and best tournament in its 51-year history. But how transformative will it be, both within Australia and across Asia more broadly? We're joined by freelance journalist Samantha Lewis, and women's football specialist Ann Odong, to discuss a number of important topics, including: Growth of women's football in the past decade and impact of 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup; How Australia will elevate the status of this tournament; The legacy impact of this tournament on women's football in Asia; Where Asia sits in the global context; and The powerful impact of nations like Bangladesh and Iran competing at this tournament. We also give our predictions for who might be lifting the silverware come 21 March in Sydney. Follow Ann Odong on X: https://x.com/AnnOdong Follow Ann Odong on IG: https://www.instagram.com/annodong/ Follow Samantha Lewis on X: https://x.com/battledinosaur Follow Samantha Lewis on IG: https://www.instagram.com/battledinosaur/ Be sure to follow The Asian Game on all our social media channels: X: https://twitter.com/TheAsianGame IG: https://instagram.com/theasiangame Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheAsianGamePodcast
On Sunday, authorities in Mexico attempted to capture the notorious cartel boss known as “El Mencho”.They tracked Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes down to a cabin in the western state of Jalisco – his stronghold – and he was fatally wounded in the raid. The firefight also killed several of his heavily-armed accomplices, including his likely successor.He was head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), known for trafficking vast quantities of fentanyl and cocaine into the US.In 2025 it was designated a foreign terrorist organisation by Donald Trump‘s administration.His death prompted waves of violent retaliation as the cartel put on a show of strength in areas far beyond Jalisco and into tourist hotspots.The authorities have calmed the situation – for now – but fears are mounting that more violence will erupt as the cartel seeks to regroup after the death of its leader.And that has brought the soccer World Cup – just months away – into sharp focus with questions about the ability of the Mexican authorities to keep soccer fans safe.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Declan Conlon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When cross country skier Ben Ogden won a silver medal in the classic sprint at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, he broke a 50-year medal drought for American men. The last American man to medal in cross country skiing was Bill Koch, Ogden's Vermont neighbor and skiing mentor. Ogden, who began skiing in Koch's backyard as a kid, followed those ski trails right into the Olympics. He celebrated by doing a backflip off the podium. Ten days later, Ogden raced to a second silver medal in the men's team relay with teammate Gus Schumacher. Ben Ogden is now the most decorated men's cross-country skier in U.S. Olympic history. Ogden grew up in Landgrove, Vermont, and attended the University of Vermont, where he was a three-time NCAA cross country ski champion. This was Ogden's second Winter Olympics.Less than a week after standing on an Olympic podium, Ogden is back racing on the World Cup circuit in Europe. That's where I caught up with him.
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Thursday Headlines: Families of Australian diplomats told to leave Israel and Lebanon, Sydney duo charged over 85-year-old grandfather's kidnapping and murder, RBA governor denies inflation is 'taking off', health and education records of kids to be tracked for social media ban research, ayahuasca flagged as potential therapy for depression and here's what you think about the proposed e-bike laws. Deep Dive: He was one of the world’s most feared drug lords accused of flooding the US with fentanyl and expanding its grip across Mexico. Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, was killed in a US-backed military raid on Sunday, sparking cartel retaliation that saw several Mexican cities thrown into chaos. In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou speaks with cartel expert Angelica Duran-Martinez about who El Mencho was, whether removing a kingpin changes the drug trade and what this chaos means for Mexico just months out from hosting the FIFA World Cup. Further listening from the headlines: An Australian clinic is 'transforming' lives with MDMA-assisted therapy How MDMA freed Kate from PTSD Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Sunday Mexican security forces killed El Mencho, one of the country's most wanted drug lords and the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). In response, members of the feared cartel have unleashed a wave of violence across 20 Mexican states.Jack Burgess, a BBC reporter who covers international affairs, explains what's been happening. And Laura Garcia, a BBC reporter from Mexico, explains how cartels recruit young people and how everyday Mexicans have had to adapt to the threat of cartel violence. The uptick in violence comes as Mexico prepares to host the World Cup, alongside the U.S. and Canada, between 11 June and 19 July. BBC Sport reporter Daniel Austin tells us how fans have been reacting and what it might mean for the football tournament.Instagram: @bbcwhatintheworld Email: whatintheworld@bbc.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 330 12 33 22 6 Presenter: Iqra Farooq Producers: William Lee Adams and Benita Barden Editor: Verity Wilde
Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan provides new details on the high-stakes operation that killed cartel boss El Mencho, including CIA and Special Forces involvement, follow-on arrests across seven Mexican states, and why the crackdown could disrupt grocery prices, electronics supply chains, and travel plans in the weeks ahead. Bryan then previews President Trump's State of the Union address, breaking down the latest data on inflation, wages, deportations, crime rates, and housing, along with the psychological hurdle he faces with voters still feeling burned by the Biden-era economy. The episode closes with a stark look at what leading Democrats are promising if they retake the White House, including explicit vows of political retribution and a complete moratorium on deportations, raising serious questions about the future direction of the country. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32 Keywords: February 24 2026 Wright Report, El Mencho raid CIA Mexico operation, Jalisco New Generation Cartel crackdown, grocery price disruption Mexico trade partner, World Cup security cartel fight, Trump State of the Union economy immigration crime, inflation 2.4 percent wages up 4.3 percent, 2.5 million deportations Biden open border comparison, National Guard crime drop DC Chicago Memphis, Susan Rice retribution warning, Ana-lilia Mejía deportation moratorium proposal
In our news wrap Tuesday, Today Show co-host Savannah Guthrie says her family is offering a million-dollar reward for information leading to the recovery of her mother, a bipartisan aviation safety bill failed in the House and after unrest sparked by the death of a major cartel leader, Mexican President Sheinbaum says there is "no risk" to visitors planning to attend World Cup matches there. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
Dotun, Tim & Djibril Diop reflect on the World Cup's woes and ponder all things allium.
Is Mr. Clean being replaced? Also, should people consider becoming Airbnb hosts for the World Cup? We talk about Punch the monkey, the Japanese Naked Man Festival, and lots more!
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola kick off with the latest Americans Abroad headlines. Ricardo Pepi is back from injury and back to doing Ricardo Pepi things -smashing in golazos for PSV - while Tyler Adams also made a welcome return for Bournemouth (07:47). The crew also reacts to Antonee Robinson's ankle injury and assesses next man up at left back should the Fulham stalwart be unavailable in the summer (13:53). And Weston McKennie looks reborn under Luciano Spalletti, with reports swirling that a contract extension at Juventus could soon follow (24:59). Then, the guys are joined by USMNT and MLS royalty as Cobi Jones joins ahead of LA Galaxy unveiling his statue (32:32). Cobi reflects on what the honor means, helping to inspire a generation of Black players, and why a home World Cup could be transformational for today's squad. The crew closes things out with their biggest takeaways from a thrilling opening weekend of Major League Soccer action - RBNY's teenage dreamers, LAFC's statement win over Messi & co., and other early storylines to watch (1:05:32). Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Kansas City Police Department paid nearly $11 million to settle lawsuits over police misconduct and wrongful deaths during this fiscal year. As Kansas City faces budget issues and World Cup security demands, some city leaders want to exert more control over these growing legal costs.
Randy Lawrence has lived multiple lifetimes in two-wheel sport. From wrenching in the golden era of 90's motocross — working alongside icons like Jeremy McGrath — to racing downhill during its wild west rockstar phase… to training elite motocross champions like Ryan Villopoto… Randy has seen it all. This is a raw conversation about talent, work ethic, burnout, fatherhood, and what it actually takes to build a champion.
Ele já foi 3 vezes finalista do World Cup of Beer Sommeliers e hoje eu, Anselmo Mendo e Victor Marinho vamos detalhar toda a aventura de Rodrigo Sawamura para conseguir esse feito.
Daniel Norcross is alongside 2017 World Cup winner Alex Hartley and Aatif Nawaz for reaction to Harry Brook's incredible century which sees England reach the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup.
Rog and Rory applaud Mikel Arteta and Arsenal's 4 - 1 demolition of Tottenham Hotpsur in the North London Derby. Plus, why braces for Viktor Gyökeres and Eberechi Eze could catalyze the team down the home stretch. And, why is everyone forgetting that Arne Slot won a title at Liverpool in his first season?!Come see us LIVE in Houston! Tickets available here: https://mibcourage.co/467DD3yPre-order Rog's new book "We Are the World (Cup)" now!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGCheck out the 2025-26 Men in Blazers Report on America's Global Soccer Fandom: https://mibcourage.co/4rW3XpNSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-infoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
RUNDOWN Mitch and Hotshot Scott open Episode 372 setting the stage for the 2026 Prediction Show while reacting to Team USA's Olympic hockey gold and debating why the United States can compete in hockey but not soccer. Mitch checks in from Mariners spring training in Peoria, describing a genuine World Series vibe around the pitching staff — before admitting he needed a personal "attitude adjustment" on 22-year-old second baseman Cole Young. Mitch welcomes back Danny O'Neil, Jason Puckett, and Dave "Groz" Grosby for the 2026 Prediction Show, teasing last year's misses while crowning Puckett as the new champ. The panel makes rapid-fire forecasts on the Seahawks' 2026 season: record, playoff finish, key contract calls (Kenneth Walker, Riq Woolen, Josh Jobe, Rashid Shaheed), draft/free-agent priorities, Sam Darnold's contract future and stat lines, plus big-number projections for JSN and other core pieces. The panel shifts to college football, with Danny projecting a 12-win Washington season and a College Football Playoff berth—while also predicting major turnover with Jed Fisch and Demond Williams gone by 2027. They then pivot to baseball, where Puck and Groz forecast an AL West title and a Mariners trip to the World Series, while Danny takes the contrarian path with 88 wins and no playoffs. The panel finishes Mariners predictions with bold calls on Colt Emerson's debut date, Andrés Muñoz's save total, and the club's World Series outlook—while Danny pegs the Yankees as champions. The conversation widens to NBA expansion in Seattle, where opinions split on timeline and ownership possibilities, and then to the 2026 World Cup, with wildly different forecasts for Team USA. The segment wraps with NBA championship picks, MVP projections, and LeBron James' uncertain future as the Prediction Show heads toward its finale. The panel turns to March Madness, NFL draft projections, and bold NFL quarterback predictions before branching into golf, tennis, the World Baseball Classic, and the Kraken's playoff outlook. Danny calls for Houston to win the NCAA title, Puck backs Arizona, and Groz picks UConn—while wild swings follow on Scheffler majors, Rory's chances, and LeBron's future. The segment culminates with dramatic wild-card predictions, including a potential MLB lockout, a Jamal Crawford-led Sonics return, and a blockbuster Seahawks in-season trade. GUESTS Dave Grosby | Seattle sports radio personality Jason Puckett | Seattle sports radio host and founder of The Daily Puck Drop Danny O'Neil | Veteran Seattle sports columnist and longtime Seahawks analyst TABLE OF CONTENTS 0:00 | Prediction Show Kickoff — Hockey Gold, Mariners Optimism, and a Cole Young Attitude Adjustment 22:22 | 2026 Prediction Show: Seahawks Repeat Forecasts, Roster Calls, and League-Wide Bold Picks 49:57 | 2026 Prediction Show: College Football and Mariners 2026 Predictions – Playoff Calls, Coaching Hot Seats, and a World Series Push 59:47 | 2026 Prediction Show: Mariners Prospect Timelines, World Cup Takes, NBA Futures, and Sonics Expansion Speculation 1:14:14 | 2026 Prediction Show: March Madness Picks, NFL Draft Forecasts, Golf Majors, Kraken Playoff Hopes, and Wild Card Bombshells 1:21:30 | Other Stuff Segment: USA wins men's and women's Olympic hockey gold, JSN comments on becoming highest-paid WR and looming Seahawks extensions, Zach Charbonnet ACL surgery delay raises questions, Stephen A. Smith floats presidential ambitions, Tony Clark resigns as MLBPA head amid inappropriate relationship controversy, JetBlue baggage theft allegation involving Dion Dawkins, "JetBlue the dog" abandoned at airport and adopted by officer, former Miami officer blasts Tyreek Hill after release, TSA PreCheck outage, Nantucket cocaine wastewater report, Kid Rock ticket sales struggles, smart underwear study shows humans pass gas more than previously thought RIPs Ronnie Moore (25), Robert Duvall, Bill Mazeroski (89), Eric Dane (53), Trey Johnson (54), Doug Moe (87), Mike Wagner (76), Reverend Jesse Jackson
Domonique Foxworth and Charlie Kravitz are joined by Jason Goff for part 2 of their top 25 sports moments of the last 25 years. The list includes the biggest games of the Patriots' dynasty, the best moments of LeBron's career, a couple of college football classics, and legendary games from MLB, tennis, golf, and the World Cup. If you disagree with the rankings, take it up with Charlie. 0:00 Intro 1:43 Recapping moments 13-25 5:08 12. Heat-Celtics, 2012 ECF 12:03 11. Yankees-Red Sox, 2004 ALCS 19:12 10. Ohio State-Miami, 2003 BCS Championship 23:35 9. Patriots-Seahawks, 2015 Super Bowl 26:50 8. Giants-Patriots, 2008 Super Bowl 30:29 7. Federer-Nadal, 2008 Wimbledon 32:32 6. Spurs-Heat, 2013 Finals 42:35 5. Argentina-France, 2022 World Cup 47:25 4. Tiger Woods' 2008 US Open 49:58 3. Texas-USC, 2006 BCS Championship 54:00 2. Patriots-Falcons, 2017 Super Bowl 59:26 1. Cavs-Warriors, 2016 Finals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Domonique Foxworth and Charlie Kravitz are joined by Jason Goff for part 2 of their top 25 sports moments of the last 25 years. The list includes the biggest games of the Patriots' dynasty, the best moments of LeBron's career, a couple of college football classics, and legendary games from MLB, tennis, golf, and the World Cup. If you disagree with the rankings, take it up with Charlie. 0:00 Intro 1:43 Recapping moments 13-25 5:08 12. Heat-Celtics, 2012 ECF 12:03 11. Yankees-Red Sox, 2004 ALCS 19:12 10. Ohio State-Miami, 2003 BCS Championship 23:35 9. Patriots-Seahawks, 2015 Super Bowl 26:50 8. Giants-Patriots, 2008 Super Bowl 30:29 7. Federer-Nadal, 2008 Wimbledon 32:32 6. Spurs-Heat, 2013 Finals 42:35 5. Argentina-France, 2022 World Cup 47:25 4. Tiger Woods' 2008 US Open 49:58 3. Texas-USC, 2006 BCS Championship 54:00 2. Patriots-Falcons, 2017 Super Bowl 59:26 1. Cavs-Warriors, 2016 Finals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices