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Jase Macalpine sits down with Pernilla Solberg for Chapter 419 of the Gypsy Tales Podcast to tell the story behind one of rally's most influential families. Pernilla never wanted to be the best female driver. She wanted to be the best driver, period. When one competitor told her that if she ever beat him, he'd put his helmet on the shelf, that's exactly what she did. Pernilla raced against the boys in Sweden throughout the late '90s, met Petter Solberg at Rally GB in 1998, and retired at 28 to raise their son Oliver, now a WRC driver in his own right. Today, she runs the Solberg motorsport operation, serves as President of the FIA World Rally Commission, and holds board seats across five family car companies. In this chapter, Pernilla gets into what it takes to run a rally team, why a Rally1 car can now cost $1.5 million with few buyers lining up, how modern PR is stripping motorsport of its biggest personalities, and why a new WRC owner could be days away from being announced. Plus, the sim racer who beat everyone with a Logitech taped to his kitchen table, the Norwegian Prime Minister who wrote Petter a letter about his swearing, and why Pernilla believes YouTube, not TV, has become the biggest engine in motorsport. Stay Hydrated - Order SOTA Fuelhttps://sotafuel.com/products/sota-fuel-hydration-30-pack?variant=42103959945258 Drink AG1http://www.drinkag1.com/gypsytales Get $10 Off BRUNT with code GYPSYGANG at https://bruntworkwear.com/GYPSYGANG 00:00:00 Intro00:03:37 Growing Up Around Swedish Motorsport00:09:35 The Lando Norris Ice Session00:11:32 Starting Rally At 16 With Her Dad00:14:47 SOTA Fuel Ad00:15:26 The First Race In A Volvo 24000:19:45 The Guy Who Put His Helmet On The Shelf00:24:24 The Sim Racer Who Won With A Logitech00:28:36 Stepping Up To A Mitsubishi Evo 300:32:05 Meeting Petter At Rally GB 199800:37:07 Retiring At 28 To Have Oliver00:41:36 Getting Oliver Into Cross Karts00:52:54 The Call That Subaru Was Leaving00:57:13 AG1 Ad00:59:00 Starting A Rally Team In Five Weeks01:07:21 The Muzzling Of Modern Motorsport01:16:29 Petter Told Off By The Norwegian Prime Minister01:22:53 Rally 1 Cars Now Cost $1.5 Million01:33:57 YouTube Is The World's Biggest TV Channel01:36:19 Brunt Workwear Ad01:37:52 If Championships Went All-In On YouTube01:44:34 Women In Motorsport01:53:56 Can Oliver Be A World Champion01:57:48 Favorite Rallies On The Calendar02:03:35 Building A Rally Car From Scratch02:13:07 The Vision For WRC Follow the Gypsy himself: https://www.instagram.com/jasemacalpine/ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@gypsytalespodcast?sub_confirmation=1 Shop Gypsy Tales merch: https://gypsytales.com Watch more clips: https://www.youtube.com/@GYPSYTALES FOLLOW GYPSY TALES ON INSTAGRAM: @gypsytalespodcast Listen on Spotify/Apple: https://pod.link/1335551721 Business inquiries: ethan@gypsy-tales.com #PernillaSolberg #PetterSolberg #WRC #WorldRally #GypsyTalesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Petter Solberg sits down with Jase for Chapter 418 to tell the full story of how a broke Norwegian farm kid became the only Norwegian to ever win the World Rally Championship.From racing Beetles in the mud and earning £15,000 a year as a carpenter, to signing with Ford alongside Colin McRae and Carlos Sainz, the crash that changed his career, winning the 2003 WRC title, and raising his son Oliver as the next generation.They cover the golden era of WRC, the wild party scene of 2000s rally, Petter's rallycross years battling Sébastien Loeb, keeping sponsors happy, his wife Pernilla and how they built an empire together, and Jase getting behind the wheel of Petter's rally car.Whether you grew up playing Colin McRae Rally on PlayStation or you're discovering the sport through Oliver Solberg, this is two decades of rally history told by the man who lived it.Monster Energy

Fresh from victory at last weekend's Grampian Forest Rally (Rally Scotland's WRC candidate event), Jon Armstrong joins SPIN, The Rally Pod to discuss escaping the Tarmac specialist box, his honest reflection on his Rally1 career so far and whether he's done enough for a seat in 2027. Listen ad-free.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Rays have been on an impressive run following the trade deadline, with strong performances during a demanding West Coast stretch.Nine games in 10 daysThe Rays' success on the West Coast, traditionally a difficult trip for the clubThe impact of the players added around the trade deadlineThe importance of the team's growing confidence heading toward the playoffsThe Rays' impressive 41-18 home recordWhy securing home-field advantage could be critical during the postseasonTaylor Walls Has a Two-Homer NightTaylor Walls provided one of the biggest surprises of the recent stretch.After going 369 at-bats without a home run, Walls hit two home runs in the same game, including one from each side of the plate.Mark and Mat discuss:Walls' first home run in 380 daysHis second homer shortly afterwardThe significance of Walls remaining with the Rays after trade rumorsHow Ben Williamson's injury has affected playing timeWhy a productive Walls could make the Rays even more dangerousThe New Rays Are Making an ImpactThe guys look at several recent additions and their early contributions:Liam HicksFreddy PeraltaTyler WellsLiam Hicks has already provided some impressive moments, while Freddy Peralta continues adjusting to his new team and working to refine his pitch usage and approach.Mat points out that Peralta's transition includes learning a new team, a new catcher, and a new environment, and explains why the Rays may be taking a measured approach to getting him fully comfortable.Nick Martinez Goes the DistanceNick Martinez delivered one of the most unusual pitching performances of the season by completing a game.Mat highlights Martinez's:Pitch efficiencyPacingChange of speedsFastball/changeup combinationAbility to keep hitters off balanceKevin Cash allowing Martinez to finish the game and why complete games have become such a rarity in today's baseball.The Rays' Offense Is Heating Up Home run production, Batting average, On-base percentage, Slugging, wRC+, and overall offensive improvementThe Rays are tied with the Cubs for the most home runs hit during August, while their pitching has also been among the best in baseball during the month.Yandy Díaz Is Finding His GrooveDíaz's recent production and his improved results over the previous 12 games, including three home runs, three doubles, a .538 slugging percentage, and a 132 wRC+ over that stretch.Rays Chemistry and Positive EnergyRays' clubhouse chemistryPlayers supporting one another through good stretches and difficult moments.Baseball is a game built around failure, a supportive clubhouse can be especially important when players inevitably go through slumps.The AL East Is Getting DangerousThe Rays return home to face teams that are still fighting for playoff positioning facing division rivals: Baltimore Orioles, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees, Boston Red SoxOrioles sit at the bottom of the AL East, they remain close enough to the Wild Card race to be dangerous.The Blue Jays also remain in contention after making moves at the deadline, including adding José Soriano.Yankees Still Trying to Find Their FormulaThe guys examine the Yankees and the challenges facing them down the stretch.Aaron Judge's absence, Giancarlo Stanton's. Ben Rice, George Lombard Jr.'s early impact. Heliot Ramos' struggles after arriving in New YorkImpact of key players: José Caballero. Jazz Chisholm, Ryan Yarbrough, Amed RosarioThe Yankees' pitchingQuestions on  leadership and managing in New York, while acknowledging that the Yankees remain dangerous if they reach the postseason.Don't Sleep on the Red SoxBoston receives plenty of attention after a dramatic turnaround.The guys discuss the Red Sox's 15-game winning streak, their improved bullpen, and the potential impact of Garrett Crochet's return.Mat believes Boston could be one of the teams nobody wants to face in the postseason if their pitching continues to hold up.Could Four AL East Teams Make the Playoffs?Possibility of four teams from the division making the playoffsIntense competition within the AL East can push every team to improveThe National League Playoff RaceThe discussion shifts to the National League, where the playoff picture is becoming increasingly competitive.:The Phillies falling outside the playoff pictureThe Marlins and Cardinals remaining closeThe Diamondbacks moving into the Wild Card pictureThe Padres staying in the huntThe Dodgers and BrewersThe competitive NL WestThe Rays Influence Around Major League Baseball front officesAndrew Friedman and the DodgersMatt Arnold and the BrewersAlex Anthopoulos and the BravesThe Rays' NeanderLou Piniella and the Mariners' 50th Anniversary - Piniella returns as part of the Seattle Mariners' 50th season celebration.Baseball Books Everyone Should ReadThe conversation takes an unexpected turn when Mark and Mat discuss the idea of creating a mandatory baseball reading list.They talk about baseball books, authors and commentators they follow, including: Craig Calcaterra, Lou Schiff, Brent Cardy, Lou Piniella & Joe MaddonMat is currently reading, including The Art of Meditation, Astrophysics for People in a Hurry, The Daily Stoic, Super Life, and several French-language books.Women's Pro Baseball LeagueMark appreciates Mary Mustard's coverage and how she celebrates the league while also being willing to provide thoughtful criticism.Mark has reached out to Mary about potentially appearing on BaseballBiz On Deck.The discussion also touches on the challenge of finding WPBL games and the locating where the games are being broadcast.The Future of Sports BroadcastingEvolution of sports broadcasting compared with the disruption caused by Napster in the music industry.Technology can force established industries to rethink their business models and suggest that sports viewing could similarly evolve.Future possibilities involving independent camera systems and alternative ways for fans to watch games.Stadiums, Taxpayer Money and the Future of the RaysWhether taxpayers should help fund sports facilitiesThe cost of attending professional sporting eventsThe value fans receive for their moneyThe possibility of watching games at home insteadThe future location of the RaysOrlando as a potential alternativepossibility of another ownership changeThe discussion also touches on the enormous valuations of professional sports franchises, including the reported $14.5 billion valuation associated with the Lakers sale discussion.The Rising Cost of Attending GamesMat compares the cost of taking a large group to a hockey game in Montreal with the cost of attending a Rays game.Mark shares his experience attending a Rays game with Karen, where they found good seats for approximately $45 to $50 each.The guys debate whether attending a game in person still provides enough value compared with spending the same money on a home entertainment setup and a meal.What If the Rays Win a World Series at the Trop?Mat poses an intriguing hypothetical:What happens if the Rays win a World Series in a renovated Tropicana Field before eventually moving to a new stadium?What would such a championship mean to Rays fans and whether winning a championship in the current stadium could create an even stronger emotional attachment to the building.Rays Minor League TalentThe episode closes with optimism about the Rays' organizational depth. Shane McClanahan beginning a rehab assignmentTalent at DurhamTalent at MontgomeryPlayers developing throughout the minor leaguesCarson Williams returningGrady Emerson and his anticipated first gameThe depth of the Rays' pitching and overall talent pipelineRemember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. 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Welcome to Episode 181 of Tablesetters! The trade deadline is behind us, but the baseball conversation is only getting more interesting as August starts separating the contenders from the teams beginning to run out of time. We begin with the Los Angeles Dodgers, who have suddenly lost eight of their last nine games and 15 of their last 24. Despite sitting at 70-48 and adding Tarik Skubal at the deadline, the Dodgers have shown some legitimate cracks. We break down an offense that has fallen to a 93 wRC+ since July 1, their struggles against fastballs, the recent production from Mookie Betts, Kyle Tucker and Teoscar Hernández, and whether Edwin Díaz's 10.80 ERA and 2.50 WHIP should create real concern about the bullpen. From there, we revisit the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline one week later. The Dodgers remain our biggest winner after landing Skubal, but San Diego, Chicago, Boston, Toronto and several others made moves that could reshape October. We also look at the teams that left us wanting more, including Atlanta, Cincinnati, Texas, Milwaukee and the Yankees. Then we get into what has become a legitimate NL MVP debate between Pete Crow-Armstrong and Shohei Ohtani. PCA has 26 home runs, 30 stolen bases, a 155 wRC+ and 8.0 WAR while providing elite defense and baserunning. Ohtani continues producing elite offense and also gave the Dodgers 85.2 innings with a 1.79 ERA before his injury. Has PCA actually done enough to take the MVP away from Ohtani? Plus: George Lombard Jr. or Kaelen Culpepper: Which young shortstop ultimately has the better career? • Take a Pitch or Swing Away: Are the Red Sox the most dangerous team in the American League? • Are the Mariners and Pirates officially finished? • Who's Hot and Who's Cold around baseball • Postseason implications headline Coming Around 3rd We close by looking ahead to a weekend that could tell us plenty about the American League playoff picture, particularly for a Seattle team sitting seven games under .500 but somehow still within striking distance of the AL West. Follow us on Instagram and X @TablesettersPod for bonus content, updates and more. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and join us every week. Tablesetters is where stories shape the season.

Summary: The episode covers recent motorsport events, highlighting key race results and standings, including NASCAR, IndyCar, and Formula 1 updates. Joey Logano wins the 1st NASCAR Cup points race at North Wilkesboro since 1996, ending a 40-race winless streak. Chandler Smith achieves the largest victory margin in Truck Series history at a short track. Alex Palou secures victory in IndyCar at Nashville on Monday after a strategic call and mirroring Spain's victory over Argentina in the World Cup the day before. The F1 Belgian Grand Prix sees Kimi Antonelli triumph at a previously challenging track, with Leclerc and Verstappen rounding out the podium. LH has a brutal day.  GSP Roundup covers WRC, Indy NXT, Formula E, NHRA, and F2/F3 Preview and picks for NASCAR at Indy and the F1 Hungarian Grand Prix before Josh's Sim Segment and Show Close

Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast, Episode 326, covers IMSA as the main attraction before NASCAR Cup, IndyCar, and F1 take over for the balance of the season. Phil and Josh also talk about their NFL teams since football is back!  WTR Cadillac wins the IMSA Motul SportsCar Endurance Grand Prix at Road America after a long drought. Pfaff Lamborghini claims victory in GTD Pro but announces the end of their program shortly after. Pro-Am class entry winners include Inter Europol in LMP2 and Winward Racing in GTD. NFL previews for the Jaguars and 49ers are discussed, along with fantasy insights. The GSP Roundup includes WRC, V8 Supercars, MotoGP/Moto2, and Indy NXT  Picks for IndyCar at Portland and NASCAR Cup/O'Reilly at Iowa Josh's Sim Segment and Show Close

Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 320 discusses various recent racing events across NASCAR, IndyCar, MotoGP, and more, highlighting key victories, controversies, and race dynamics. Major Points Corey Heim wins his first career Cup race at the NASCAR Tripleheader at Naval Base Coronado. Hank Hill causes a massive multi-car wreck, taking out SVG, Zilisch, etc. Hank Hill moves Taylor Gray to get the first win for RCR post Kyle Busch's untimely passing. Layne Van Riggsbergen wins another Truck road race while chaos unfolds during a restart. Christian Lundgaard wins the IndyCar race at Road America despite lap one wing damage. MotoGP's Marco Bezzechi is banned for slapping a track worker, while Marc Marquez wins at Brno. Other series in the Roundup included Indy NXT, WRC, NHRA, IMSA, and F2/F3. Upcoming previews for various racing events, including Formula 1 and NASCAR before Josh's Sim Segment and Show Close

Dr Charissa Ho on Holistic Training, Running Longevity & Life as a Mum of Six | Women's Running Collective This week on the Women's Running Collective, Hayles and Jussie are talking about something we probably all need a little more of in our running lives: doing less, but doing it better. The girls kick things off with a recap of their City2Surf experience, where they decided to take the pressure off, forget about pace and simply run for fun. After a chaotic escape from Bondi (because apparently getting out of Bondi after City2Surf is its own endurance event

En l'edició d'aquesta setmana repassem resultats de les proves de Eurocup 3 a Monza i DTM a Oschersleben, amb Fran Lucas analitzem el Ral·li de Finlàndia al WRC, amb Manolo Durán ens conta com ha sigut l'eslalom d'Albaida, mentre que amb Toni Sarrión parlarem de la presentació i la prèvia del 73 Trofeu de Velocitat Fira de Xàtiva, també tindrem notícies de Fórmula 1, i la prèvia del EP Londres de Fórmula E i GP Gran Bretanya de Moto GP. Motor a punt és el repàs a l'actualitat del món del motor de dos i quatre rodes, amb noticies, resultats, classificacions, anàlisi dels grans premis i circuits, tertúlia amb un extens planter de col·laboradors i molt més. Presentat i dirigit per Iñaki Martínez.

Rally Finland is one everybody looks forward to, and this year it certainly delivered plenty of storylines and, of course, title twists. Colin Clark joins Luke Barry to dissect all the major talking points, as well as the news that WRC Promoter has been sold. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

El fin de semana sin Fórmula 1 no dejó precisamente vacío de motor. Mientras el Mundial de Rallies vivía una de sus pruebas más espectaculares en Finlandia, la IndyCar presentó las primeras líneas de su futuro técnico con el IR-28, el coche que debutará en 2028. Y de eso, del automovilismo buscando cómo combinar emoción, tecnología y credibilidad hablamos en el segundo episodio de la semana del Podcast Técnica Fórmula 1, que llega al episodio 1.000 de su andadura. Finlandia siendo Finlandia. Finlandia volvió a demostrar por qué ocupa un lugar tan especial en el Mundial de Rallies. Es velocidad pura, saltos, confianza y una precisión que no admite dudas. Allí no basta con ir rápido: hay que saber volar. Y en ese escenario, Sami Pajari volvió a dar un golpe enorme con una nueva victoria que confirma su progresión y lo coloca definitivamente como uno de los grandes nombres de la temporada. Lo de Pajari ya no puede leerse como una sorpresa aislada. Venía de ganar en Estonia y, en Finlandia, en casa y ante una afición que entiende cada salto y cada rasante, volvió a responder. Su crecimiento cambia el equilibrio interno de Toyota y altera también la lectura del campeonato. El Mundial ya no puede explicarse únicamente como un duelo entre Elfyn Evans y Sébastien Ogier. Ogier, protagonista, a su pesar. Ogier, precisamente, vivió el otro gran momento del rally, aunque por razones muy distintas. Su accidente fue escalofriante y recordó, una vez más, la dureza de Finlandia. Es un rally fascinante, pero también implacable. A esas velocidades, cualquier error en un salto o en una zona ciega puede convertirse en un golpe muy serio. Habrá que seguir con atención su estado físico y, sobre todo, las consecuencias deportivas de un abandono que llega en una fase decisiva del campeonato. La situación del Mundial queda mucho más abierta y mucho más delicada. Evans sigue obligado a sumar con inteligencia, pero cada vez tiene más rivales cerca. Pajari ha dejado de ser un invitado. Oliver Solberg y Takamoto Katsuta también forman parte de una pelea donde Toyota tiene casi todas las cartas. Hyundai necesita encontrar una forma de interferir de verdad en esa batalla, no sólo aparecer en momentos puntuales. El WRC afronta otro cambio importante. La FIA ha llegado a un acuerdo con un nuevo promotor encabezado por Eric Boullier, conocido por su etapa en Lotus y McLaren en Fórmula 1. La noticia abre más preguntas que respuestas. El Mundial de Rallies necesita promoción, relato, presencia internacional y una estrategia más clara para crecer. Pero no es una categoría fácil de rentabilizar. Ni siquiera Red Bull logró convertirla en un producto plenamente explotable a nivel comercial. La duda es si este nuevo promotor será capaz de hacer más visible el WRC sin desnaturalizarlo. Los rallies no son Fórmula 1. No viven de un estadio cerrado ni de una realización sencilla. Su fuerza está en los tramos, en el paisaje, en la imprevisibilidad, en la épica de pilotos y copilotos enfrentados a carreteras reales. Convertir todo eso en un producto moderno sin perder su esencia será el gran reto. La IndyCar nos presenta su futuro. La IndyCar, por su parte, ha enseñado esta semana una vía muy distinta de mirar al futuro. El nuevo IR-28, desarrollado junto a Dallara, llegará en 2028 con un chasis completamente nuevo, menor peso, más potencia, más seguridad y una aerodinámica diseñada específicamente para mejorar la capacidad de seguir a otros coches. Sólo esa última idea ya marca una diferencia importante: pensar el coche desde el principio para competir mejor. El IR-28 conservará motores V6 biturbo de 2,4 litros, con Chevrolet y Honda comprometidas, y una parte híbrida más protagonista. Ahí aparece también la gran pregunta. La electrificación puede ser una herramienta útil si mejora la competición y amplía las opciones estratégicas. Pero otras categorías (y no queremos señalar a nadie, que ya se autoseñalan) han demostrado que, mal planteada, puede acabar alejando al piloto del centro de la acción. Pensando en la carrera como el centro. IndyCar parece haber entendido que el coche debe ser más rápido, más seguro y más espectacular, pero también más manejable en carrera. Menos peso, mejor relación potencia-peso, más posibilidad de seguir de cerca y más margen para la lucha rueda a rueda. Es exactamente el tipo de lenguaje que el aficionado quiere escuchar cuando se habla de un coche nuevo. El contraste con la Fórmula 1 resulta inevitable. Mientras la F1 defiende que a la mayoría del público no le interesa entender cómo se produce la acción, la Indy presenta un coche explicando cómo quiere mejorar precisamente la acción. No basta con prometer adelantamientos. Hay que diseñar coches que permitan competir. Lecturas para las vacaciones. Finlandia, el WRC y la Indy dejan una semana muy útil para recordar algo básico: el automovilismo puede evolucionar sin renunciar a su identidad. Puede incorporar tecnología, híbridos, nuevos formatos y nuevas formas de promoción. Pero la clave sigue siendo la misma de siempre: pilotos llevados al límite por máquinas que exigen talento, valor e inteligencia. Pajari ganó en Finlandia porque fue rápido donde ser rápido significa mucho más que acelerar. La Indy mira a 2028 prometiendo coches pensados para luchar. Y el WRC busca un promotor que sepa vender su grandeza sin convertirla en otra cosa. A ver si ellos consiguen lo que no está logrando la F1. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

It's really the only way to cope with the trade deadline. Lots to cover in this super-sized episode, only partly fueled by very delicious (organic!) tequila. The big news was supposed to be Tarik Skubal, for which Patti doesn't fault the LAD, she faults everyone else. The gut punch was once and forever Adley to BOS, which sets up all sorts of interesting co-host dynamics for AL East games to come. But the rest of baseball continues – Nasim can't stop stealing bases and Kaz stole his first. Ivan has more bruises than you'd expect and Daylen needs a lecture on what “old-school' really means. Salvy is just the best. You can now use “ultimate grand slam” with confidence, and explain WRC+ to friends and family. Patti is ready to defend scooters as a component of multimodal transportation and not a “sport” to the Giants if necessary. Pottymouth welcomes the start of the inaugural WPBL season. Please read this piece on Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve – problematic but an excellent conversation starter. And one of your hosts finds the idea of push-up sushi in a ballpark pretty compelling.We say, “Chahge ya cah in Bah Hahbah,” “You can't just randomly stop paying me because I was out on a scooter at 2am,” and “Transphobic with a Barbie smile.” Fight the man, go see some live baseball, send your game balls to Meredith, and find us on Bluesky @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. We now have episode transcripts available!  They are available for free at our Patreon site. Say goodnight, Pottymouth. 

Hayden Paddon's booked a World Rally Championship drive on his favoured surface. He's back on gravel in Paraguay this month after three appearances for Hyundai on tarmac this season. Paddon's last WRC appearance on gravel was the 2018 Rally Australia, in which he finished second for Hyundai. The Kiwi driver told Mike Hosking the contract was originally only comprised of the three tarmac rallies, so the gravel is a nice little bonus. He says while they probably won't recreate what they did eight years ago, they're going to put their best foot forward. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Met recent 63 jaar op de teller, is Erwin Mombaerts één van de meest ervaren co-piloten die anno 2026 nog altijd actief is. De rode draad in de carrière van Momby is dat hij nergens zijn diensten aanbood maar altijd gevraagd werd. Zo belandde hij nu ook in de praatstoel van Tom Boonen, iemand waar hij als wielerfanaat ontzettend naar opkeek. Het duo zal dit jaar ongetwijfeld samen de titel van Historic Belgian Rally Champion vieren.Dat is nu… maar als je het palmares van de Mombynator - een bijnaam geschonken door Julien Ingrassia, jarenlang co van Sebastian Ogier - wil afdrukken, vul je best eerst wat papier bij in de printer. Gestart met Bruno Machiels, een collega bij defensie in 1987, reed Mombaerts met talloze talenten, toppers en andere piloten in binnen- en buitenland. Bruyneel, Smets, Princen, Kuzaj, Serderidis, de betreurde Rocco Theunissen, de jonge Kevin Abbring en ontelbaar andere Nederlanders, het lijstje is te lang om op te sommen.  Erwin Mombaerts reed in het WRC en mét WRC's. Zonder zijn grote bescheidenheid had hij daar ongetwijfeld ook een mooie carrière op het allerhoogste niveau kunnen maken… Maar hetgeen hij voor kan leggen, is zeker indrukwekkend genoeg is voor een lungo/grande. Geniet van de XL Op de rallykoffie, lekker gevuld met Pico's koffie..Bestel de lekkere Rallykoffie bij Pico's Koffie!Social mediaFacebook - Op De RallykoffieInstagram - Op De Rallykoffie

8月2日（日）、フィンランドで開催された2026年WRC世界ラリー選手権第10戦『ラリー・フィンランド』の競技最終日が行われ、TGR-WRT2のサミ・パヤリ／マルコ・サルミネン組（トヨタGRヤリス・ラリー1）がWRC初 […]

8月2日（日）、フィンランドで開催された2026年WRC世界ラリー選手権第10戦『ラリー・フィンランド』の最終日は、SS19とSS20（ウルフ・パワーステージ）の計2本（総距離60.04km）が行われ、TGR-WRT2 […]

8月2日（日）、フィンランドで開催されている2026年WRC世界ラリー選手権第10戦『ラリー・フィンランド』の競技最終日はスペシャルステージ（SS）19から20の計2本が行われ、TGR-WRT2のサミ・パヤリ／マルコ・ […]

8月1日（土）、2026年WRC世界ラリー選手権第10戦『ラリー・フィンランド』のデイ3としてSS11からSS18までの計8本（総距離125.70km）が行われ、TGR-WRT2のサミ・パヤリ／マルコ・サルミネン組（ト […]

8月1日（土）、2026年WRC世界ラリー選手権第10戦『ラリー・フィンランド』のデイ3としてSS11からSS18までの計8本（総距離125.70km）が行われ、TGR-WRT2のサミ・パヤリ／マルコ・サルミネン組（ト […]

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El Gran Premio de Hungría dejó varias noticias importantes, pero una de las más esperadas estaba lejos de la victoria: Aston Martin llegó a Budapest con un coche profundamente renovado y, por primera vez en mucho tiempo, con señales reales de mejora. Otro de los temas estrella de esta semana y que se trata a fondo en el segundo episodio de la semana del Podcast Técnica Fórmula 1. No fue un milagro. Tampoco podía serlo. El equipo venía de una situación durísima, con carreras en las que Fernando Alonso había terminado doblado dos veces y con un coche que parecía incapaz de competir incluso con rivales de la zona baja. Pretender que una evolución aerodinámica colocara de golpe al Aston Martin en la pelea por podios habría sido vender humo. Pero el avance existió. Y eso importa. La mejora fue amplia, no un simple retoque. El coche apareció renovado en distintas áreas y, sobre todo, funcionó. El resultado todavía no basta para hablar de resurrección, pero sí para cambiar el tono del análisis: Aston Martin ya no parece exactamente el equipo desorientado de semanas anteriores, ese conjunto que iba de un lado a otro sin una dirección reconocible. No ha sido una casualidad. Un salto técnico de este tipo no se consigue por casualidad. Para evolucionar un coche de forma tan amplia y que las piezas trabajen con cierta coherencia, los departamentos tienen que estar coordinados. Puede faltar mucho, pero al menos ya se percibe un hilo. Una buena noticia, si pensamos en la situación desde la que partía el equipo. La lectura debe ser prudente. Hungría es un circuito muy particular, más lento, más revirado y menos dependiente de la velocidad pura que Spa. Además, Aston Martin todavía no cuenta con el nuevo motor que debería llegar en Zandvoort. Por eso la valoración más justa tendrá que hacerse después del parón, cuando el coche tenga también esa segunda pieza del plan. Aun así, Budapest permite hablar de un equipo que empieza a levantarse. No para luchar por victorias, ni siquiera necesariamente por puntos de forma regular, sino para salir del ridículo competitivo en el que había caído. Y no hacer más el rídiculo es un gran paso para un equipo que aspiraba (y sigue aspirando) a todo. También cambia la percepción interna. Los grandes saltos técnicos no sólo se miden en décimas. Se miden en moral, en confianza y en la sensación de que el trabajo de fábrica empieza a tener sentido. Para Alonso, para Stroll y para todo el grupo humano de Aston Martin, Hungría podía ser un punto de ruptura, de inflexión. No será la solución final, pero sí una muy buena señal de por dónde hay que seguir construyendo. Mientras, en el WRC, llegamos a Finlandia. Mientras la Fórmula 1 empieza a mirar hacia el parón de verano, el Mundial de Rallies afronta una de sus citas más espectaculares: Finlandia. Para qué negarlo, junto a Montecarlo y Japón, y quizás por encima de ellas, una de mis citas preferidas. Si Estonia ya fue una prueba rápida, el Rally de Finlandia es otra dimensión. Saltos, pistas rapidísimas, confianza absoluta en las notas y una exigencia extrema para pilotos y copilotos. Además, llega con el campeonato al rojo vivo: Sami Pajari viene de ganar en Estonia y de meterse en la conversación del Mundial con una progresión que ya no puede considerarse casual. Elfyn Evans sigue liderando, pero no puede limitarse eternamente a conservar. Ogier no consiguió en Estonia todos los puntos que necesitaba, aunque con él nunca conviene hacer cuentas definitivas. Y Solberg, después de su segundo puesto, vuelve a tener argumentos para creer. Finlandia obliga a arriesgar. No es un rally para especular demasiado si se quiere pelear por el título. La velocidad es tan alta y las diferencias pueden ser tan pequeñas que cualquier duda se paga. Pero también es una prueba donde el exceso de ambición puede acabar en un error enorme. Ese equilibrio entre atacar y sobrevivir será una de las claves. Para los pilotos nórdicos, Finlandia tiene siempre un punto especial. Conocen el tipo de terreno, entienden los saltos, leen mejor la evolución de las pistas y suelen moverse con una confianza difícil de igualar. Para el resto, es uno de esos rallies donde hay que encontrar ritmo muy pronto o aceptar que la carrera se escapa. Así que empezaremos las vacaciones con el corazón “contento”: en Fórmula 1, Aston Martin empieza a demostrar que no todo estaba perdido, aunque todavía falte mucho para hablar de recuperación real; en rallies, Finlandia puede marcar un antes y un después en un Mundial que se ha apretado justo cuando la temporada entra en su tramo decisivo. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Eve Conway and Ciara Treacy are back for another episode of The F1 Pod. This week, they recap the Hungarian Grand Prix, look ahead to the second half of the season and leave you with an interview with Sébastian Loeb, the most successful WRC driver of all time! The F1 Pod on Off The Ball with KitKat | #HaveABreak

Godfrey is joined by Dante Nero, Akeem Woods, and Vishnu Vaka to talk about Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello calling Angel Reese a "protected specie" on a hot mic and only getting a one-game suspension, why she looks like Dobby, Rumpelstiltskin, and Bilbo Baggins all rolled into one, Black women built the WNBA and don't get the credit, why Black athletes should be going to HBCUs instead of Ivy Leagues that don't want them there, Godfrey's dad swinging on a gangbanger student back in the day and jumping in a taxi before the cops showed, a Congolese caller getting checked on the difference between racism and bigotry, an Australian troll named Barry trying to say Godfrey is racist, a Black rally car driver from Redlands calling in about being the first American AND first Black driver going for the WRC title, Argentina still catching heat over the Big Nigga Burger, and Dante refusing to stop calling Godfrey fat for lying about where he parks. Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV and Kung Fu. We got endless impressions, a white producer, random videos Godfrey found on the internet and so much more! We're not reinventing the wheel, we're just talking 'ish every week... with GODFREY on In Godfrey We Trust. ----------------------------------------------

Luke Barry is joined by Rally2 driver Tom Williams to review last weekend's WRC Rally Estonia, and talk Tom's rallying plans after a major setback at Olympus Rally in April. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bob Nightengale says the Pirates could be willing to listen on Oneil Cruz as they search for bullpen and rotation help. Alex Stumpf explains why trading Cruz now would solve nothing, why his ceiling still matters, and why Pittsburgh should use prospect capital to acquire multiple relievers instead. Before landing on the injured list, Cruz had 14 home runs, 44 RBI, 21 stolen bases and a 123 wRC+ through 64 games. The offense may have survived without him, but that does not mean the Pirates would be better without him. Read Alex Stumpf's work at Book Rule Bucs: https://bookrulebucs.substack.com/ Subscribe to North Shore Nine for more Pittsburgh Pirates coverage throughout the 2026 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

La Fórmula 1 llega a Hungría con una pregunta muy concreta para muchos aficionados españoles: ¿servirá el Hungaroring para que Aston Martin empiece, al menos, a salir del lodo? Después de otro fin de semana durísimo en Bélgica, con Fernando Alonso doblado dos veces y Lance Stroll fuera de carrera, el equipo necesita algo más que promesas. El Podcast Técnica Fórmula 1, en su segundo programa de la semana, nos cuenta qué podríamos esperar del equipo este fin de semana previo a las vacaciones de verano. No se espera un milagro. La situación de Aston Martin es demasiado profunda como para pensar en una transformación inmediata. Pero Hungría aparece como una primera oportunidad para medir si las mejoras previstas empiezan a cambiar el tono de la temporada. El objetivo, de momento, parece modesto: no estar tan lejos, no ser doblado con tanta facilidad y ofrecer a Alonso un coche mínimamente digno antes de la segunda fase de evolución que debería llegar en Zandvoort. El Hungaroring puede ayudar a que la imagen sea algo menos cruel. Es un circuito más lento, revirado, con menos tiempo a fondo que Spa y, en teoría, menos expuesto al superclipping que tanto ha afeado algunos Grandes Premios de esta temporada. Eso no significa que los adelantamientos vayan a ser fáciles. Hungría nunca los ha regalado. Pero quizá permita una Fórmula 1 algo más reconocible, con menos coches levantando en zonas donde el espectáculo queda demasiado castigado. Además, el circuito húngaro tiene una importancia especial este año. Será la última carrera antes del parón de verano y la 41.ª visita de la Fórmula 1 al Hungaroring, que cumple cuatro décadas desde aquel primer Gran Premio de 1986, el primero celebrado más allá del Telón de Acero. Una pista con historia, pero con exigencias muy concretas. Según los datos de Brembo, Hungría será una prueba dura para los frenos. Los pilotos los utilizarán durante un 22% de la carrera, con ocho puntos de frenada por vuelta y una curva 1 especialmente exigente, donde los coches pasarán de más de 330 km/h a menos de 100. En una temporada donde muchas frenadas han perdido intensidad por las características de los nuevos monoplazas, el Hungaroring puede devolver algo de protagonismo a un apartado técnico tradicional. La carrera también será clave para Mercedes, Ferrari y Red Bull. Antonelli llega reforzado tras ganar en Spa y sigue encarando el campeonato con una autoridad impresionante. Ferrari necesita confirmar que su buen momento no depende sólo de circuitos concretos. Y Red Bull debe demostrar que la recuperación vista en Bélgica no fue una reacción aislada. Para todos, Hungría será una última nota antes de las vacaciones. Estonia y el WRC nunca defraudan. Mientras la Fórmula 1 mira hacia Budapest, el Mundial de Rallies viene de una prueba mucho más satisfactoria. El Rally de Estonia dejó la primera victoria de Sami Pajari, uno de los grandes nombres propios de la temporada. El finlandés está firmando una progresión enorme y su triunfo lo mete, incluso, en la conversación del campeonato. Lo que hace unas semanas podía parecer una sorpresa puntual empieza a tomar forma de candidatura seria. Oliver Solberg también salió reforzado con un segundo puesto importante. Después de varios rallies complicados, necesitaba un resultado así para recuperar presencia. Estonia, con su velocidad altísima, sus saltos y su carácter de “mini Mil Lagos”, era un escenario perfecto para marcar diferencias entre quienes tienen confianza plena y quienes dudan una décima de más. Ogier, en cambio, no consiguió todos los puntos que necesitaba. Eso no significa que haya que descartarlo. Con Ogier nunca conviene hacerlo. Sigue ahí, sigue siendo una amenaza y cada rally que disputa puede alterar el equilibrio del Mundial. Pero Estonia recuerda que su remontada, por espectacular que sea, exige una precisión casi perfecta. La temporada entra en un momento decisivo. Y no sólo en la Fórmula 1. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Siyabonga Motha speaks to Prof Stanley Liphadzi, Acting CEO of the Water Research Commission (WRC), about the scale of the water crisis, what is driving it, and the practical solutions needed to secure South Africa’s water future. Tags: 702, Aubrey Masango show, Aubrey Masango, Bra Aubrey, Siyabonga Motha, Prof Stanley Liphadzi, Water Research Commission, WRC, Water crisis, Treated water The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Walker is an All-Star. Twenty-one home runs, a 142 wRC+, and the breakout is officially real. Meanwhile, JJ Wetherholt — 9th in fWAR among all position players — got snubbed, and we have thoughts.The Cardinals lost four straight to the Brewers, who are perfectly built to expose this team's weaknesses. The wild card picture is tightening, the trade deadline is approaching, and the Pirates somehow have higher playoff odds despite being behind in the standings. Plus: Verlander retires, Kyle Leahy can't be explained.Have a question or comment for the show? Text or leave us a voicemail at: (848) 48-BIRDS (848-482-4737)Talking About Birds is listener supported on Patreon. Support the show and join our private discord server at: www.patreon.com/talkingaboutbirds.

The path to today's guest has been an informative and enlightening one. What started as a search for one documentary on drink spiking by former guest Shirah Benarde's brand NightCap, led to the discovery of another powerful documentary about a sexual assault survivor called Lough Enough Surviving Justice. That led to two wonderful podcast conversations and a screening of the documentary in Scranton with a Q and A afterward with the film's director Hilary Klotz Steinman and an eye-opening conversation with Sabrina Hannon of WRC (another former guest on the show). Hilary's film is distributed by Women Make Movies, a nonprofit that for more than 45 years, has championed women filmmakers and their stories. WMM is the largest distributor of films by and about women in the world. When Hilary suggested I have WMM's Executive Director Debra Zimmerman as a guest, I jumped at the opportunity. Once Debra returned home from her internal travel to various film festivals, we recorded this week's incredible conversation about the importance of women standing up for other women, the compelling stories being told because of the work done by Women Make Movies, the pitfalls of imposter syndrome, and much more. Learn about films offered through Women Make Movies and their program to help women filmmakers at their website. A huge thank you is owed to my weekly podcast sponsors Reinvented Threads with Gabby Lynn and Healthy Lifestyle Management with Lisa Rigau. Check out the ecofriendly fashion accessories made by the hands of Gabby at ReinventedThreads.com. Learn about the health and wellness services Lisa offers to make your life healthier, including a free monthly virtual meditation class, at EatBreatheMoveLive.com. If you would like to be a guest on Uncorked with Funny Wine Girl or you would like to help support the weekly conversations Jeannine hosts on this show, please reach out to Jeannine.Luby@gmail.com.Follow Funny Wine Girl Jeannine on Facebook and Instagram. I appreciate you from the bottom of my heart and the bottom of my wine glass.

Easton Carmichael has quickly emerged as one of the most complete catching prospects in the Pittsburgh Pirates system. Jim and Anthony Murphy break down the 2025 third-round pick's advanced defense, quick release, contact-driven bat, athleticism, surprising speed and potential path to Double-A Altoona. Carmichael is hitting .300/.349/.500 with a 110 wRC+ for Greensboro while throwing out 22 of 77 attempted base stealers and stealing 11 bases of his own. Is he now the best pure catching prospect in the organization? Subscribe to Bucs On Deck: https://bucsondeck.substack.com/ North Shore Nine is presented by FanDuel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alex Stumpf joins NS9LIVE! to discuss Paul Skenes' current struggles and his nine-start losing streak. What has happened to the velocity, splinker and breaking pitches that made Skenes nearly unhittable, and is fatigue beginning to become a legitimate concern? The crew also breaks down the Pirates' catching situation as Endy Rodriguez continues to hit his way into a larger role. Then, they close the show with Esmerlyn Valdez, who has quickly become one of the most exciting Pirates rookies in years while producing a 191 wRC+ through his first 64 plate appearances. Read Alex's full breakdown at Book-Rule Bucs: https://bookrulebucs.substack.com/p/nine-thoughts-on-skenes-nine-game Download our app! : https://apps.apple.com/us/app/north-shore-nine/id6771171000 : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.northshorenine.app Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m #pittsburghpirates Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why fewer than 28% of Irish SMEs have HR systems fit for purpose, and what to put in place first, with Laura Barry of Insight HR and Gavin Fox of Needl Recruitment. Episode overviewMost Irish SMEs are still running HR on email, spreadsheets and goodwill. A recent HRLocker survey found that just 28% of SMEs have an HRIS or technology stack genuinely fit for purpose. The hidden costs (lost data, GDPR exposure, and the kind of compliance gaps that only surface during a WRC inspection) pile up quietly until a crisis forces a scramble.  In this episode of The HRLocker Room, HRLocker's CEO, Crystel Robbins Rynne, brings together two practitioners who see this problem from very different angles: Laura Barry, Head of People Development at Insight HR, and Gavin Fox, Director and Co‑founder of Needl Recruitment. Together, they walk through what the foundations of a modern, compliant HR function actually look like and how to build them before you need them.  Gavin shares what he sees on the ground with growing startups: founders who haven't hired a People person yet, candidates negotiating with far more sophistication than a generation ago, and the rise of Employer of Record (EOR) arrangements as a fast on‑ramp to the Irish market. Laura draws on years of in‑house and consultancy experience to explain what every SME contract and handbook should look like, why a yearly handbook review isn't optional any more, and how to prepare calmly for a WRC inspection rather than panic when one arrives.  They also tackle the legislative landscape, including pay transparency, auto‑enrolment, rising employer PRSI and a growing list of leave entitlements, and what it all means for SMEs that already feel stretched on cost. Plus a candid conversation about Irish ambition: why we should be celebrating €5–10M seed rounds, not €1M, and why every SME needs a clearer view of its own perceived value.  If you're scaling or about to, this episode is the foundation conversation worth having before the next hire.  Key topics we exploreWhy just 28% of Irish SMEs have HR tech fit for purpose and what the hidden cost isGDPR risk in the inbox: how unstructured data exposes growing businessesThe HR foundations every SME needs, including contracts, handbooks, policies, proceduresWhy your handbook needs a yearly review (domestic violence leave, medical care leave and more)When to hire your first people person and the case for doing it earlier than feels comfortableHow modern candidates negotiate. And why fairness and honesty have replaced loyaltyEmployer of Record (EOR) arrangements: when they make sense, and when to set up your own entityPreparing for a WRC inspection without panic and the checklist that actually helpsWhat pay transparency, auto‑enrolment, employer PRSI and rising costs mean for SMEs in the next 18 monthsIrish ambition: why we should be celebrating bigger seed rounds and building perceived value at home and abroadWould you like to know how HRLocker can help you with your people management in 2024? Click here to get in touch today! 

Sébastien Ogier did what Sébastien Ogier does and mastered the Acopolis Rally last weekend - but of more interest were his comments afterwards, making title number 10 feel like a genuine possibility!Colin Clark and George Donaldson join Luke Barry discuss the evolving title fight, what Oliver Solberg needs to do next and Thierry Neuville's growing confidence, as well as falling down the usaul rabbit holes and diversions!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

La Fórmula 1 no se detiene. Después de una carrera interesante en Austria, el campeonato llega esta semana a Silverstone, uno de esos circuitos que forman parte de la identidad misma del Mundial. Y, por si fuera poco, hay que analizar lo ocurrido en Grecia en el WRC, con un Ogier inmenso. Muchos temas para el segundo episodio de la semana del Podcast Técnica Fórmula 1. Silverstone, sin solución de continuidad. La cuna de la F1 vuelve a aparecer en el calendario en un momento especialmente atractivo: Mercedes viene de ganar, Red Bull ha dado señales de reacción, Ferrari necesita responder y McLaren tiene una oportunidad importante para volver a mirar más arriba. Y todo ello sin descanso: tendremos 4 carreras en 5 semanas, y esta es la segunda. Silverstone no es un circuito cualquiera. Sus curvas rápidas, sus cambios de apoyo y su exigencia aerodinámica obligan a los equipos a enseñar la calidad real de sus coches. No basta con tener buena tracción ni con defenderse en recta. Hace falta un monoplaza estable, eficiente, con confianza en curva rápida y capaz de sostener el neumático en una vuelta muy exigente. Secuencias como Maggotts, Becketts y Chapel siguen siendo uno de los grandes exámenes del calendario. No es casualidad que Lewis Hamilton, el piloto con más victorias en Silverstone, haya comparado la sensación de pilotar allí con estar en la cabina de un avión de combate. Las fuerzas laterales son altísimas, los cambios de dirección llegan a gran velocidad y el margen de error es muy pequeño. Gran Bretaña, una prueba reveladora. Austria dejó una sensación positiva: hubo adelantamientos más naturales, batallas apurando la frenada y menos protagonismo visible del clipping y el superclipping. Silverstone planteará otra pregunta. Si Spielberg permitió ver una Fórmula 1 más cercana a la que gusta al aficionado, el trazado británico dirá si esa mejoría puede sostenerse en un circuito de alta carga y velocidad sostenida. Mercedes llega con la moral reforzada tras la victoria de George Russell y el podio de Kimi Antonelli. El equipo alemán sigue siendo la referencia, pero la pelea interna entre sus pilotos y las dudas de fiabilidad han dejado grietas durante las últimas semanas. Silverstone, por sus características, debería ser un buen lugar para medir si el coche conserva una ventaja real en curva rápida o si sus rivales han reducido el margen. Red Bull también llega con más interés que en carreras anteriores. Max Verstappen terminó segundo en Austria y el equipo mostró señales de mejora con sus actualizaciones. No parece todavía el Red Bull dominante de otros años, pero sí un coche más cerca de competir por algo importante. En Silverstone, donde la aerodinámica pesa tanto, se verá mejor si esa reacción es sólida o sólo fue una buena adaptación a Spielberg. Ferrari y McLaren: muchas dudas. Ferrari, en cambio, necesita recomponerse. La victoria de Lewis Hamilton en Barcelona abrió expectativas que Austria enfrió con rapidez. El quinto puesto del británico y el octavo de Charles Leclerc dejaron la sensación de que la Scuderia sigue sin encontrar una regularidad clara. Silverstone será una prueba delicada: si Ferrari vuelve a estar lejos, Montmeló empezará a parecer más una excepción que un cambio de tendencia. McLaren también tiene mucho que decir. El equipo británico está sumando, pero necesita convertir su presencia constante en resultados más fuertes. En casa, y en un circuito donde la eficiencia aerodinámica puede jugar un papel decisivo, Norris y Piastri deberían aspirar a algo más que estar cerca. Silverstone puede ser una oportunidad, pero también una medida severa de sus límites actuales. Silverstone según Pirelli. Pirelli llevará la gama más dura, C1, C2 y C3, una elección lógica para un trazado que somete a los neumáticos a cargas laterales muy altas. La gestión de la degradación volverá a ser clave, especialmente si las temperaturas acompañan. Por otro lado, Silverstone no suele perdonar a los coches que no cuidan bien las gomas en curvas largas y rápidas. Ogier se lleva una de las pruebas más duras. Mientras la Fórmula 1 mira ya hacia Gran Bretaña, el Mundial de Rallies viene de una de sus pruebas más duras. El Rally Acrópolis volvió a hacer honor a su fama. Grecia no perdona, y esta edición recordó por qué se le considera uno de los grandes rompecoches del calendario: calor, piedras, polvo, pinchazos, averías y una exigencia constante sobre mecánicas y neumáticos. En ese escenario, Sébastien Ogier volvió a imponer su ley. El francés ganó el rally, se llevó el Súper Domingo y también la Power Stage. Hizo pleno en una prueba donde no gana necesariamente quien más corre, sino quien sabe combinar velocidad, paciencia y supervivencia. Ogier sigue siendo, cuando aparece, una referencia difícil de discutir. Thierry Neuville estuvo muy cerca de llevarse la victoria. Hyundai mostró una solvencia inesperada en Grecia y el belga tuvo el triunfo al alcance de la mano, pero un pinchazo en el penúltimo tramo cambió el desenlace. El Acrópolis tiene precisamente eso: puedes construir un rally enorme y perderlo todo en unos kilómetros. Solberg, Evans y Katsuta. La prueba dejó también accidentes y errores, como el de Oliver Solberg, cuya velocidad sigue siendo evidente pero cuya gestión en rallies tan duros continúa generando dudas. En Grecia, el talento no basta. Hay que saber levantar, cuidar y entender que terminar también es competir. Y, por otro lado, Grecia tampoco premia a quien abre pista… como fue el caso de Evans. Buena prueba, pero muy condicionada por su posición en el Campeonato. Katsuta, por su parte, este año está pletórico: hizo un gran Rally, sin errores y sin mala suerte, subiéndose al podio. Para Toyota, el resultado refuerza una posición ya muy sólida. En cualquier caso, hay algo claro: Ogier no necesita disputar todo el campeonato para condicionar la temporada. Cada vez que aparece, altera el equilibrio y obliga a sus rivales a elevar el nivel. Si mantiene este estado de forma, sus adversarios tienen motivos para preocuparse. Y es que, en Grecia, Ogier recordó que en los escenarios más duros sigue siendo el maestro. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

The Pirates entered 2026 hoping an average offense would be enough to support their pitching. Instead, the offense has become the strength of the team. After finishing 2025 with an 82 wRC+, the Pirates are up to 110 this season, ranking second in baseball and producing at a level comparable to the 1971 Lumber Company. Alex Stumpf breaks down the historic improvement, the depth throughout the lineup and why falling behind no longer feels like an automatic loss. Alex also examines Endy Rodriguez's simplified swing, the early impact of Esmerlyn Valdez and Konnor Griffin, and why unexpected production from the rookies has raised the ceiling of the entire offense. Chapters: 0:00 Comparing the Pirates to the Lumber Company 1:03 The comeback in Philadelphia 4:29 Years of historically bad offense 5:34 Endy Rodriguez's swing adjustment 7:51 The rookies are producing 8:23 IQ Bar 9:51 The offense must carry the Pirates 11:19 Esmerlyn Valdez and Konnor Griffin 14:26 A true pass-the-baton lineup Read more from Alex Stumpf at Book Rule Bucs: https://bookrulebucs.substack.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will Toyota's domination end as the World Rally Championship heads for gravel in the second half of the season? Can Elfyn Evans deliver the championship title he's threatened to for years? And who's going to win the Acropolis?Luke Barry is joined by DirtFish Women in Motorsport driver Aoife Raftery to preview round eight of the WRC, as well as look back on Raftery's most recent events in her Ford Fiesta Rally3.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this 'breaking news' edition of SPIN, The Rally Pod, DirtFish's David Evans and Alasdair Lindsay join host Luke Barry to discuss the new Rally2-WRC-Kit and what it means for drivers as well as competing constructors - both current and prospective.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Over just a few years, the ability to connect everyday cell phones to satellite has gone from a milestone tech demonstration to a feature that's deployed in millions of phones. Mindel De La Torre has watched this evolution closely and been a part of the regulatory advancements to make it possible. Formerly chief of the FCC's International Bureau, Mindel then led regulatory and international strategy for Omnispace before joining Skylo as head of Global Regulatory Affairs. Mindel joins On Orbit this week to talk about the intersection of spectrum policy, international coordination, and the future of global connectivity. She shares how the regulatory landscape is evolving for D2D, and gives a preview of some upcoming spectrum issues for the WRC-27 conference. From her work in government to startups, Mindel says one through line has been a passion for finding ways to provide service to unserved and underserved communities, which she now gets to see firsthand as D2D expands around the world.

Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah discuss if Formula 1 is broken...and if Carlos Sainz's fix is one of many possibilities. In this episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah dive into one of the wildest ideas in Formula One: what if drivers had to switch teams every few races? Inspired by Carlos Sainz's suggestion, the discussion gets into the biggest question in modern F1 — is the sport still too dependent on the car, or can the driver be brought back to the center of the championship? The conversation explores how much of Formula One is about engineering, team politics, brand identity, and raw driver talent. From Lewis Hamilton's resurgence at Ferrari to the dominance of Red Bull, the hosts debate whether equal cars, simpler machinery, shorter setup time, and reduced in-season development would create more exciting racing. They also compare F1 with MotoGP, IndyCar, WRC, and Formula 2, asking what Formula One could learn from other motorsport categories. This is a fun, high-energy, and opinionated deep dive into the future of Formula One — and whether the sport should lean more toward spectacle, fairness, or engineering excellence. The episode also features reactions to fan comments and plenty of back-and-forth on some seriously outrageous ideas, including reverse grids, equal engines, and even team-wide driver rotation. If you love Formula One debates, racing opinions, and bold takes on how to make the sport more entertaining, this episode is for you.

The Mets open their series in Philadelphia with a big win, and we break down all the latest developments surrounding the club. Juan Soto continues his scorching stretch at the plate and now leads the National League with 169 wRC+. We also discuss the encouraging news surrounding Francisco Lindor's impending return, Sean Manaea's impressive form since rejoining the rotation, why the starting staff may be better off moving forward without relying on Kodai Senga and how they can patch their five-man together.Plus, we dive into the offense, bullpen, playoff outlook, and what this team needs to do to keep building momentum as the season rolls on.Follow on INSTAGRAM, YOUTUBE & X: @cupofmetsSubscribe on SPOTIFY, APPLE or wherever you get your podcasts!Download The SeatGeek App! USE CODE: "CUPOFMETS" to get $20.00 off!

Mark and Mat dive deep into the Tampa Bay Rays' struggles on their West Coast road trip, debate the future of baseball marketing, celebrate Evan Longoria's upcoming number retirement, and share a historic tale about Lou Piniella and Bill Gates.Rays on the West CoastThe Rays' disappointing road trip to California — struggling offense, solid pitchingThe challenges of East-to-West travel and time zone adjustmentsThe third-worst team defense over the last 17 days, offset by strong pitching performancesTaylor Walls & the Shortstop DilemmaTaylor Walls' career slugging percentage at an all-time low (.280 SLUG), with zero home runs on the yearMat's criticism: Walls plays like a power hitter instead of embracing his true skill setCarson Williams tearing it up in Durham (7 HRs), but still working through strikeout issuesThe Wander Franco-shaped hole in the lineupJunior Caminero – All-Star Ballot LeaderCaminero leads AL third basemen in All-Star voting at just 22 years oldDiscussion of his defensive miscues vs. his elite offensive potential (top 3 in isolated power, OBP, and wRC+ among AL 3B)Mat compares his development arc to Jason Heyward under Bobby CoxShohei Ohtani & the Dodgers SeriesDrew Rasmussen's strong outing — only one run allowed (a solo Ohtani homer)Ohtani's record-setting bad day on the mound — giving up four consecutive hits in one inning, something he'd rarely if ever doneMat and Mark make the case that MLB is severely under-marketing Ohtani compared to stars in basketball and footballBaseball's Marketing ProblemWhy doesn't baseball have a defining brand partner (like Nike/basketball or Adidas/soccer)?Mat's pitch: a Lululemon × MLB collab to bring women into the sportThe need for MLB to leverage podcasters like Jomboy and platforms like Joe Rogan to grow the gameThe see-through jersey debacle and the World Baseball Classic uniform failuresEvan Longoria Number RetirementLongo Weekend coming up mid-July at Tropicana FieldHis walk-up music (Tantric) will be played live at the eventCareer stats: 1,986 games, 342 HR, .804 OPS, .333 OBPReflections on what might have been had injuries not slowed him downMat advocates for a Longoria statue or plaque at the new Rays stadiumWomen's BaseballMark's summer schedule: USA Women's National Team in Rockford (July 21–25), Cardinals in St. Louis (July 26–30), and the inaugural Women's Pro Baseball League season in Springfield, IL (September)Interview highlights: Ryan Woodward (International Women's Baseball Center) and Merrie Fidler (AAGPBL)Mat's vision for the Women's Pro Baseball League: barnstorming-style tournaments in MLB stadiums (Rogers Centre, Tropicana Field), a Green Bay Packers community-ownership model, and year-round momentum buildingLou Piniella & Bill GatesLou donated his $50,000 attendance bonus to Metro United Way in SeattleBill Gates matched it — and started showing up in Lou's office to suggest lineup changesGates gave Lou a lineup one night, it worked… and the guys joke that's the secret origin of the Rays' analytics departmentMark's call: Lou Piniella belongs in the Hall of Fame — 1,800+ wins as a manager, still overlookedRays Prospect UpdatesMichael Forret (P): Promoted to AAA; 7 IP, 7 K, 2 ER in first start — MLB debut may be imminentEmilien Pitt (2B): Promoted to AA; 400+ OBP at nearly every minor league level, walks more than he strikes outJohnny DeLuca: Expected back from rehab by the weekendJacob Melton: Rehabbing at rookie level, showing positive signsConnor Hujsak: Added to AAA rosterOther NotesAlex Faedo, Tampa native, mentioned in connection with the Tampa Baseball MuseumRays return to Tropicana Field on FridayThanks for listening! Fingers crossed for a winning streak.Remember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. Also you can find Mat @matgermain.bsky.social  or Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook social 

Both driving for Lancia, competing in WRC2 and even level on points in the championship as it stands, brothers Yohan and Léo Rossel join Luke Barry on SPIN, The Rally Pod to discuss their relationship on and off the stages, as well as their targets for the future.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A closer look at Max Muncy's 2026 season, during which he has been arguably the best third baseman in the National League, and in line for a potential third All-Star Game appearance. Muncy leads all NL third basemen in home runs (16), runs scored (46), on-base percentage (.371), slugging percentage (.532), OPS (.903), wRC+ (151), Outs Above Average (+5), and FanGraphs WAR (2.9). His 225 home runs with the Dodgers are just three shy of fifth-most in franchise history. Plus, Shohei Ohtani's Cy Young Award chances against Jacob Misiorowski, Cristopher Sánchez, and others, and a look at the Dodgers schedule facing four American League teams in a row. The Three-Inning Save is part of Bleav Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami. Produced by Brian Salvatore. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Pirates scored just 26 runs while going 2-4 against the Dodgers and Marlins. Jim and DiNardo discuss how much the offense is missing Oneil Cruz and Konnor Griffin and whether this lineup has enough depth to survive without them. Joey Bart appears close to returning, which creates another decision behind the plate. Will Henry Davis continue catching, or has Endy Rodriguez earned a bigger opportunity with a 126 wRC+ this season? They also break down the Pirates' handling of Carmen Mlodzinski. Using him almost exclusively as a scheduled reliever following Jared Jones limits someone who could become a legitimate high-leverage weapon for this bullpen. @eddiep_photos TICKETS FOR OUR JUNE 13TH TAILGATE: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Northshore9tailgate0613 Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Colin Clark and Luke Barry convene to analyze an intriguing Rally Japan 2026. Just how good was Elfyn Evans? Is Oliver Solberg still a title threat? Is it even fair to expect him to be? Why was Sébastien Ogier slightly off color, and which of the Hyundai drivers continues to impress us? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is it officially time to rage drop Tanner Bibee after another blowout, or do the metrics suggest a major bounce-back is coming? Episode Summary Joe Bond and AJ Applegarth break down the top waiver wire adds, brutal drops, and key rankings movers for Week 10 of the fantasy baseball season. The crew details why pitchers like Shota Imanaga and Nolan McLean are sliding down the rankings, and explains why struggling stars like Bo Bichette represent key buy-low opportunities rather than panic drops. Week 10 Fantasy Baseball Advanced Analytics & Strategic Breakdown The fantasy baseball landscape is shifting rapidly as we head into Week 10, requiring managers to separate raw surface statistics from true predictive indicators. The focal point of this week's analysis centers on Cleveland Guardians right-hander Tanner Bibee, whose disastrous outing against the Washington Nationals exposed massive vulnerabilities. Surrendering seven earned runs and an astounding five home runs over just three innings of work on Memorial Day sent shockwaves through fantasy rosters. Looking into his broader trajectory, a disturbing multi-year pattern emerges. Bibee's surface ERA has progressively climbed from 2.98 to 3.47, then to 4.24, and now sits at 4.57 for the season. Coupled with a 4.16 SIERA and a strikeout rate dropping below one punchout per inning, Bibee can no longer be viewed as an un-droppable asset. His underlying numbers indicate he has transitioned into a volatile, matchup-dependent option rather than a reliable rotation anchor. Pitching volatility dominates the landscape this week, highlighted by prominent rankings fallers Shota Imanaga and Nolan McLean. While some fantasy managers might react with panic to their downward slide in the rankings, it is crucial to analyze the shift structurally rather than assuming true skill regression. Shota Imanaga's dip reflects an expected correction after an incredibly hot stretch, making it an adjustment based on stabilizing underlying metrics. Meanwhile, Nolan McLean's slide serves as a reminder of how quickly pitching depth charts and small-sample performance can fluctuate in standard rankings models. Separating these structural rankings adjustments from complete profile collapses is what allows sharp managers to maximize their pitching rotations while others panic-drop viable assets. Conversely, the advanced data reveals lucrative buy-low windows for targets experiencing acute misfortune. Oakland Athletics slugger Brent Rooker stands out as a prime trade target despite a freezing cold spell that dragged his batting average down to .189 with a 52:17 strikeout-to-walk ratio. While his standard Savant page flashes concerning blue metrics, Rooker boasts a consistent multi-year track record of crossing the 30-home-run threshold. In an era where league-wide batting averages are depressed, maintaining a true 30-homer profile provides massive utility, making him an ideal target while his market value is rock bottom. Similarly, managers must remain disciplined with elite foundational bats like Freddie Freeman and Bo Bichette. Freeman's minor dip in the rankings represents a normal structural variation rather than a fundamental degradation of his elite plate discipline. Bo Bichette is another prime example of why surface-level struggles should not trigger a panic drop. While he appears as a "Homer Pick Drop" focus on the show due to recent visual adjustments and shifting team dynamics, his long-term track record remains undeniable. Bichette is not a true skills-based rankings faller to cut loose; instead, the underlying metrics suggest he remains an elite bounce-back candidate. Treating his depressed batting average as a structural buying window rather than a permanent anchor allows you to secure an elite infielder before his inevitable positive statistical correction occurs. On the waiver wire front, uncovering values requires a sharp focus on expected metrics and situational deployment. Washington Nationals starter Cade Cavalli has emerged as a high-priority addition, exhibiting elite command over his last three starts spanning 19.3 innings. Cavalli has posted a stellar 2.79 ERA, a 1.03 WHIP, and a spectacular 2.44 SIERA alongside 24 strikeouts—highlighted by consecutive 10-strikeout performances against Atlanta and the Mets. Backed by a highly potent Nationals offense, his run support floor remains high. Meanwhile, deep-league infielder options like Chase Meidroth of the Chicago White Sox and Blaze Alexander of the Baltimore Orioles offer flexible, multi-position eligibility. Meidroth benefits from hitting near the top of a White Sox lineup that unexpectedly ranks as the eighth-best offense by wRC+. Alexander provides elite short-term streaming upside, slashing .344 with a .913 OPS since mid-May, offering short-term category boosts while navigating structural gaps in the fantasy infield. Episode Chapters & Timestamps 0:00 - Week 10 Overview & Strategy 3:30 - Homer Pick: Blaze Alexander (2B/3B/SS/OF, BAL) Analysis 10:13 - Waiver Wire Add: Chase Meidroth (2B/3B/SS, CWS) Profile 14:48 - Waiver Wire Add: Cade Cavalli (SP, WAS) Statcast Breakdown 18:06 - Rage Drop of the Wk: Tanner Bibee (SP, CLE) Deep Dive 24:25 - Waiver Wire Drop: Devin Williams (RP, NYM) Closer Volatility 28:57 - Waiver Wire Drop: Brent Rooker (DH/OF, ATH) Valuation 36:05 - Homer Pick: Bo Bichette (SS/3B, NYM) Outlook 41:14 - FanDuel Presents: MLB Season Win Totals & Odds 48:50 - Rankings Review: Week 10 Risers & Fallers 48:50 - Rankings Riser: CJ Abrams (SS, WSH) 50:27 - Rankings Riser: Yandy Diaz (1B, TB) 51:37 - Rankings Riser: Casey Schmitt (1B/3B, SF) 53:30 - Rankings Riser: Ketel Marte (2B, ARI) 55:49 - Rankings Riser: Payton Tolle (SP, BOS) 57:34 - Rankings Riser: Shane Baz (SP, BAL) 59:16 - Rankings Riser: Gerrit Cole (SP, NYY) 1:00:12 - Rankings Faller: Freddie Freeman (1B, LAD) 1:01:38 - Rankings Faller: Taylor Ward (OF, BAL) 1:02:06 - Rankings Faller: Tyler Soderstrom (1B/DH, ATH) 1:03:34 - Rankings Faller: Vinnie Pasquantino (1B, KC) 1:04:14 - Rankings Faller: Nolan McLean (SP, NYM) 1:07:00 - Rankings Faller: Shota Imanaga (SP, CHC) 1:07:40 - Rankings Faller: Sandy Alcantara (SP, MIA) 1:09:34 - Rankings Faller: Jack Perkins (P, OAK) 1:17:40 - Buy Low Trade Target: Nico Hoerner (2B, CHC) 1:18:45 - Buy Low Trade Target: Brent Rooker (DH/OF, ATH) 1:21:16 - Sell High Trade Target: Brandon Lowe (2B, TB) 1:23:24 - Sell High Trade Target: Spencer Arrighetti (SP, HOU) The F6P Hour is proudly presented by FanDuel! 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The Chicago Cubs are off to one of the best starts in franchise history — multiple 10-game win streaks, leading MLB in OBP, wRC+, and WAR, and the best defense in baseball. Are they real World Series contenders who can beat the Dodgers and Braves? Plus, we break down why Junior Caminero is already a superstar at just 22 years old — 45 HR last season, 10 HR already in 2026, and looking like a future MVP. And the Houston Astros continue to be the most unlucky team in baseball — 16 players on the IL this year after setting the record for most injured team in MLB history in 2025. What's going on with this injury curse? Full MLB Power Rankings + Team of the Week breakdown included. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:39 Are the Cubs World Series contenders? 5:20 Junior Caminero is a superstar 8:46 Bad luck Houston Astros 13:04 MLB Power Rankings 22:44 Team of the Week 27:43 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Rice Is the Best Hitter in Baseball?! Murakami Leads MLB in HRs + Cardinals Surprise Ben Rice has taken over the Yankees, the former platoon hitter is now dominating with a 219 wRC+, leading MLB in OPS, SLG, and OBP while hitting .327 with 10+ homers. Is he the best hitter in baseball right now? Munetaka Murakami is a STUD. The White Sox believed in him when no one else would, now he leads all of MLB with 13 home runs in his first 32 career games (3rd-most ever) and has a 159 OPS+. The St. Louis Cardinals are one of the biggest surprises in baseball at 20-14 in a rebuild year! Jordan Walker has completely figured it out. How? Plus: Latest Power Rankings (Yankees climb. Dodgers drop.) Team of the Month highlights (Ohtani, Mason Miller, Aaron Judge, Yordan Alvarez & more) Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:55 - Munetaka Murakami 4:53 - Cardinals hot start 9:20 - Ben Rice is a star 12:13 - Power Rankings 25:58 - Team of the Month 33:34 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices