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Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 313 covers recent NASCAR events, significant race outcomes, and highlights from various motorsport series. Major Points Hurricane Hocevar wins his first Cup Series race at Talladega amid a major wreck taking out over 60% of the field. Corey Day secures his first O'Reilly Series win; Sheldon Creed wins the $100K Dash 4 Cash. Andy Jankowiak wins his first ARCA race; significant performances noted from Cleetus McFarland and Isabella Robusto. NFL Draft recap includes key team takeaways. Coverage of various motorsport events: WRC, MotoGP, NHRA, Formula E, and more. Preview and picks for upcoming Texas NASCAR tripleheader, including Craftsman Trucks, O'Reilly Series, and Cup Series.  

Summary The episode discusses recent developments in motorsports, including the tragic death of Alex Zanardi and various race results across several series. Major Points Alex Zanardi, a former racing champion, passed away at 59. Overview of NASCAR's tripleheader results at Texas and upcoming points for Watkins Glen. Highlights from the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, including the winner and podium positions. Summary of other racing events: Formula 2 in Miami, NHRA, IMSA, Formula E, World Superbikes, WEC, WRC, and MotoGP. Upcoming race picks for IndyCar and NASCAR's tripleheader at Watkins Glen. Josh's Sim Segment

Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 315 discusses recent motorsport events including IndyCar, NASCAR, and other racing series while previewing upcoming races. Major Points Christian Lundgaard claims his first IndyCar victory after 47 races. Polesitter Alex Palou faced issues, while Felix Rosenqvist had multiple early crashes. SVG dominates the NASCAR Tripleheader at Watkins Glen, marking his first win of 2026. Zilisch achieves three consecutive wins in the O'Reilly series with a last-lap pass. Kaden Honeycutt earns wins in both the Truck Series and ARCA heading to Dover. The episode includes updates on various racing series: Indy NXT, WEC, WRC, MotoGP, and more. Preview of Indy 500 Qualifying and picks for upcoming NASCAR events.

Send us Fan MailThe 2026 NC State baseball season is over. 32-24. Fourteen wins in ACC play. Zero road series wins. A second straight early exit in the Auburn Regional.So what actually happened?In Part 1 of this two-part series, Greg and Ethan pull no punches on the full season breakdown. They start where every honest conversation has to start — did this team meet expectations? Coming in as a top-15 program with what looked like the most talented roster in years, the answer is complicated. And the reasons why are even more so.They dig into the offensive identity crisis that plagued this team all year — a roster built for speed that rarely ran, and supposedly built for power that finished second to last in the ACC in home runs. The DH carousel that went unsolved for the second straight season. The Brayden Freeman decision that lingered too long. The Andrew Wiggins debate, was he the problem or was he exactly what he was always going to be? And the Chris McHugh 74 wRC+ that nobody in the fanbase wants to talk about.Then there's the schedule. Greg and Ethan make the case that NC State went five years without playing a true power-conference non-conference opponent on a weekend, and why that has to change in the Chris Hart era. The Puerto Rico trip was fun. Lafayette and Princeton were not a schedule.They close Part 1 on the pitching staff, the injuries to Jacob Dudan and Ryan Marone that derailed the Omaha dream, the freshman pitchers thrown into the fire too early, the Consiglio versus Andrews rotation confusion that went two months too long, and why Anderson Nance being moved into the starting rotation felt like a panic move rather than a plan.Part 2 covers Elliott Avent's full legacy, the Chris Hart era, and everything coming in the offseason.Tuffy Talk is NC State's home for sports talk, hot takes, and everything Wolfpack. New episodes every Monday at 8:30 PM ET on YouTube. Subscribe at patreon.com/cw/ncstatestats for exclusive weekly breakdowns from Ethan — $5/month.Support the show

A l'edició d'aquesta setmana repassem els resultats de la ronda d'Aragó de Superbikes, la ronda de Bèlgica de la Fórmula Regional Europea, amb Fran Lúcas analitzem el GP Japó al WRC, a Moto GP l'analisi del GP Itàlia amb Valentín Requena i la previa del GP Hongria, i a la Fórmula 1 previa del GP Mònaco. 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.

Álex Palou sigue ganando, sigue batiendo récords… y cada vez resulta más difícil encontrar precedentes a su dominio en IndyCar. En este programa de AutoFM Motorsport analizamos una nueva exhibición del piloto español en Detroit, una victoria que refuerza aún más una temporada histórica y que abre una pregunta inevitable: ¿estamos viendo una de las mayores etapas de dominio que ha conocido IndyCar? También ponemos el foco en el regreso de Marc Márquez a MotoGP, donde el piloto español vuelve a demostrar que sigue siendo uno de los grandes referentes de la competición, dejando señales muy positivas sobre su rendimiento y estado físico. Además, repasamos todo lo ocurrido en competición: IndyCar en Detroit: nueva victoria de Álex Palou MotoGP en Mugello: regreso de Marc Márquez GT World Challenge en Monza IMSA en Detroit NASCAR en Nashville FRECA y GB3 en Spa-Francorchamps Superbikes en Aragón WRC en Japón Dakar: Desafío Ruta 40 Moto Off-Road con MXGP, Pro MX y Trial España En la sección de noticias analizamos los cambios reglamentarios impulsados por la FIA para el futuro de la Fórmula 1 en Mónaco, una decisión que reabre el debate entre seguridad, espectáculo y evolución técnica de los monoplazas. Además, contamos con la participación de Rachel y David de F360 y repasamos toda la actualidad en Splash & Dash, desde el espectacular accidente en Monza hasta la llegada de los test de Fórmula E al Jarama, el regreso de Iker Lecuona a MotoGP, los planes de Genesis para Le Mans o el fallecimiento de Samuel Ortiz tras el Rallye de la Cerámica.

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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Mike and Jim test drive everything from a MINI JCW Convertible to the Mercedes-Benz Actros L ProCabin truck... with some great cars, old and new, in between.The SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) are one more hosting a Test Day at the UTAC Millbrook Proving Ground, with many vehicles, from a wide range of manufacturers, to drive and take a look at.You can also watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/5ga8DC0U-qAFor more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2026/05/podcast-golf-gti-mk1-2005-bmw-330ci-volvo-s90-executive-classics-and-current-cars/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Chicago White Sox are 25-24, they current hold the second wild card spot, and their prized free agent acquisition, Munetaka Murakami, has a 157 wRC+ and 1.7 fWAR. We may be back? This episode, Fumi Yoshinaga's Ōoku: The Inner Chambers published by Viz and Chiyu Amairo's The Otaku Love Connection published by Square Enix. Ōoku: The Inner Chambers credits: Translation and adaptation: Akemi Wegmüller Touch-up art and lettering: Monlisa De Asis Design: Frances O. Liddell (volume 1, 3-6), Fawn Lau (volume 2, 7-12), Yukiko Whitley (volume 13-14, 18-19) Editor: Pancha Diaz Join the unofficial Taiiku Podcast discord, the OSMCast discord. Or the second unofficial Taiiku Podcast discord, the Third Impact Anime discord. Both used with permission. Listen Show notes: 1:26 - We talk about Ōoku: The Inner Chambers 24:57 - We talk about The Otaku Love Connection Next time is Talk to My Back and On and Off: Work-Life Imbalance.

If Jon Armstrong is new to the World Rally Championship, what about Shane Byrne? The Irish co-driver had not competed in any WRC events, at all, before he and Armstrong joined M-Sport's Rally1 lineup at the top of 2026. Shane joins Luke Barry to share his rallying story, how the season has gone so far, and what he hopes to achieve in the future.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's guest is Jane Olson, a noted humanitarian who has worked many decades as a volunteer promoting international peace and justice and humanitarian work. She has chaired the International Board of Trustees of Human Rights Watch, from 2004 to 2010, and chaired the board of Survivor Corps for 12 years since its founding as Landmine Survivors Network. In this episode, Alon and Jane discuss the current rise in human rights abuses globally, what roles international organizations have played in combatting human rights abuses, and the importance of educating people about their basic universal human rights, including starting in schools. Full bio Jane Olson has worked many decades as a volunteer promoting international peace and justice and humanitarian work. She chaired the International Board of Trustees of Human Rights Watch, the largest US-based international human rights organization, from 2004 to 2010, having worked on behalf of HRW since 1988. She also chaired the board of Survivor Corps for 12 years since its founding as Landmine Survivors Network. LSN and HRW were among the five organizations to receive the Nobel Peace Prize in 1997for the International Landmine Ban Treaty. Jane is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Science and a board member of both the National World War II Museum in New Orleans and Direct Relief, based in Santa Barbara, CA. She is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and Pacific Council on International Policy. She served as co-chair of the Women's Refugee Commission in New York and continues to support the WRC as a commissioner. Jane has received numerous awards, including the 2010 inaugural Alison Des Forges Award from Human Rights Watch, and the inaugural Eleanor Roosevelt Award from Feminist Majority in 2005. California Senator Barbara Boxer presented the “Women Making History” Award to Jane in 2010. She received Public Counsel's Community Achievement Award and the Silver Achievement Award from the Los Angeles YWCA.

Joe does a name change & reboot. Don drives 3,000 miles hands-free across 6 states. Olympus Rally celebrates America's last WRC event 4 decades ago. Returning???

Back in 2006, The Devil Wears Prada introduced audiences to one of cinema's most iconic workplace bosses: Miranda Priestly. At the time, her leadership style -demanding, authoritarian and often toxic - felt strangely familiar to many people working in corporate environments. But nearly twenty years later, workplace culture has changed dramatically, and we see that play out in cinemas at the moment with the movie's sequel The Devil Wears Prada 2. In this episode of The HR Room Podcast, hosts Dave Corkery and Mary Cullen are joined by Insight HR consultants Aoife Dolan and Joe Redmond, to explore how The Devil Wears Prada and its sequel reflect the evolution of leadership, workplace expectations and employee rights over the past two decades. Guests • Aoife Dolan — HR Consultant, Insight HR • Joe Redmond — HR Consultant, Insight HR Topics include: • How The Devil Wears Prada reflects workplace culture in 2006 versus today • Miranda Priestly's leadership style and the evolution of toxic workplace behaviours • Generational shifts in expectations around work-life balance, wellbeing and psychological safety • The impact of social media, Glassdoor and public WRC decisions on employer reputation • Why employees today are more willing to raise grievances and speak up about toxic behaviour • The relationship between pressure, burnout and workplace conflict • The importance of psychological safety in creating healthy, high-performing workplaces Key Takeaways for HR Leaders • Toxic leadership styles may still exist — but employees are increasingly willing to challenge them. • Psychological safety and dignity at work are now essential expectations, not optional extras. • Generational shifts are changing attitudes toward work-life balance, wellbeing and leadership. • Organisations that ignore toxic behaviour risk reputational damage, retention issues and increased complaints. • High performance should never excuse bullying, harassment or inappropriate conduct. • Employer reputation is more exposed than ever through social media, Glassdoor reviews and public WRC cases. • HR teams play a critical role in coaching leaders, addressing poor behaviour and shaping healthy cultures. Referenced Episodes and Resources • Episode 263 — Generational Differences in the Workplace with Dr Mary Collins • Episode 261 — Neurodiversity & Psychological Safety in the Workplace • Workplace Bullying Webinar featuring Adrian Twomey • Insight HR Workplace Investigations Get in Touch  If you're not already following us on LinkedIn, please do. If you have suggestions for future episodes, or if you'd like to join us as a guest, reach out to Dave Corkery at dcorkery@insighthr.ie or connect with him on LinkedIn. About The HR Room Podcast The HR Room Podcast is brought to you by Insight HR — where we speak with HR leaders, experts and practitioners across Ireland about the issues shaping the world of work today. If you're enjoying the podcast, please share it with colleagues or friends and leave us a review. We love to hear your feedback, we take requests, and we're always here to support you with your HR challenges. Immediate HR support 

ラリージャパン2026実行委員会は、5月28日（木）から31日（日）に開催されるWRC世界ラリー選手権第7戦『フォーラムエイト・ラリージャパン2026』に向けて、バーチャルとリアルを横断する新たな体験型コンテンツや、ホ […]

Krunching Gears – The Rally Podcast | 2026 Season - Episode 23   Sean Moriarty joins Kevin and Conor for a deep dive into why Vodafone Rally de Portugal remains one of the most iconic rounds of the World Rally Championship. An experienced automotive journalist and founder of Kerry Motorsport News, Sean shares first-hand insight into the culture, history, and atmosphere surrounding Rally Portugal. From the legendary Fafe jump (Pedra Sentada) to the carnival energy of the gravel stages, the trio explore why the event holds such a special place in rallying folklore. They discuss the passion of the fans, the spectacle of Pedra Sentada, and the electric atmosphere created by flares, fireworks, chainsaws, and packed spectator banks. If you love rallying at its rawest and most atmospheric, this episode shows why Portugal remains the beating heart of the WRC. #WRC #RallyPortugal #VodafoneRallyPortugal #FafeJump #PedraSentada #Rallying #Motorsport #WorldRallyChampionship #kerrymotorsportnews #podcast #rallypodcast

Two-time World Rally champion Marcus Grönholm joins SPIN, The Rally Pod for a special episode talking about his work developing JRD Motorsport's new ARC2 car, designed as a cost-effective alternative to Rally2 in America. 'Bosse' also offers his views on the current WRC, explains why his team isn't in rallycross anymore and provides an update on what life looks like in 2026Join Club DirtFish to read his exclusive column every month, and to listen to this episode ad-free.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Steve talk WRC, the N24 and are joined by Apex Racing Sim Centre in Corby.

For the second time in 2026 Thierry Neuville led a round of the WRC into the final stage, but this time he converted that into victory. Colin Clark joins host Luke Barry to dissect an action-packed Rally Portugal 2026.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is JJ Bleday's breakout for real, or is it just another early-season mirage? We break down the metrics to see who is actually "legit" and who is about to fall off a cliff as we enter Week 7 of the season.Hot Takes & DebatesThe "Washed" Alert: Defensive metrics often portend an offensive cliff. With Rafael Devers and Alex Bregman showing significant declines in bat speed and athleticism, it might be time to sell the name value before the floor drops out completely.The Maddux Effect: Bryce Elder's turnaround isn't luck—it's a mechanical overhaul. By ditching an ineffective sinker against lefties for a cutter learned from Greg Maddux, he's turned negative pitch values into positive ones across the board.Direct Quote: "He went from pitch tipping to pin tipping... J.J. Bleday looks legit. His bat speed is faster, his hard-hit rate is up to 57%, and he's swinging harder while making the same amount of contact."What You'll LearnJJ Bleday: Why his increased bat speed and 176 wRC+ suggest a permanent talent leap.Mickey Moniak: How to spot "noise" in Coors Field production and why his expected metrics scream "Sell."Griffin Jax: Strategic advice on when to buy into relievers transitioning into starting roles.Casey Schmidt: Why 15.3% of a team's total RBI production makes a player a must-roster in all formats.Juan Murillo: Identifying the high-velocity "Long Game" stash in Arizona before he takes the closer role from Paul Sewald.Follow and Rate Two Guys, One Roto on your favorite audio platform!Save 15% at fantasysixpack.net/plans with code F6PPODS

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

The Pittsburgh Pirates offense has been night and day compared to last season. They're top five in baseball in runs scored, and six everyday players currently have a wRC+ of 115 or higher. On this episode of Bucco Brew, we break down what has changed, how real this offensive surge feels, and why this version of the Pirates looks so much more dangerous. We also give Braxton Ashcraft the love he deserves. With a 2.77 ERA and the team lead in innings pitched, Ashcraft has been one of the best stories of the Pirates season. If Paul Skenes wasn't in the same rotation, we might be talking about Ashcraft as the ace of this staff. Then we get into the biggest concern right now: the bullpen. Gregory Soto has been lights out, but beyond him, who do you actually trust? Dennis Santana and the rest of this group have been more than inconsistent lately, and the Pirates need answers fast. 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.

Not many drivers can claim to have contested three different rallies on three different continents with three different co-drivers in two different cars. But Aoife Raftery is no ordinary driver. The DirtFish Women in Motorsport driver talks to Josie Rimmer about the challenge of the Severn Valley Stages, Olympus Rally and Mile Taiping Lake Rally in China.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Hindhaugh talks to Hayden Paddon after his WRC podium in Croatia; Nick Daman gives his team by team verdict of the Miami Grand Prix, plus Justin Adakonis on his Mazda season so far, and another round of The Answer’s Not Scott Dixon.

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

Hyundai sporting director Andrew Wheatley joins David Evans on SPIN, The Rally Pod to discuss Hyundai's difficult start to the 2026 World Rally Championship season ahead of this week's Rally Portugal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are two things that Subaru has told us the BRZ will never get from the day that the design was revealed.1. It will never get a turbocharged engine2. It will never be All Wheel DriveBut now they have built the Boxer Rally spec.Z which is both.How did we get to this point?When we thought that this AWD BRZ Rally Car was just going to be a clone of the Toyota Celica that we have seen testing for the 2027 WRC season, it seemed like this was at least going to be part of Subaru's return to the WRC. But it seemed like it was going to be using Toyota's engine and drivetrain.Now we know that the Boxer Rally spec.Z is at least using a Subaru engine (A turbocharged BRZ FA24 from the looks of it), but that also makes it seem like this may not have nearly as much to do with a return to the WRC as we thought.So why is Subaru building this car? What are they testing and what do they hope to learn?After going through a number of videos from the launch of the car, I have a couple of guesses.Thanks for watching and Stay Tuned!

Otto López habla de su gran momento con los Marlins, el cambio en su swing, su defensa como shortstop, su familia y el camino que lo llevó de waivers a convertirse en una pieza clave de Miami.Los datos respaldan bien el ángulo: FanGraphs lo lista con un wRC+ de 136 y línea ofensiva fuerte en 2026, mientras MLB muestra un tramo reciente de .322 AVG y .492 SLG en sus últimos 30 juegos. Además, reportes recientes destacan su salto en velocidad de salida y hard-hit rate.Support the show

Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 20. Luke Barry, award-winning journalist with DirtFish, joins us to break down the WRC season so far, covering the standout performances, surprise results, and key storylines shaping the championship battle. With expert insight and behind-the-scenes perspective, Luke helps us unpack what's happening across the WRC. We also turn our attention to the Killarney Rally of the Lakes, as Sean Moriarty from Kerry Motorsport News previews the action. From local contenders to event atmosphere, Sean sets the scene for a thrilling weekend in Kerry. Chapters Start 00:00:00 Luke Barry on the WRC Season 00:00:55 Sean Moriarty talks, Killarney, Rally of the Lakes 00:51:20 End 01:21:11 #WRC #WorldRallyChampionship #Rallying #Motorsport #DirtFish #LukeBarry #RallyFans #RallyLife #KillarneyRally #RallyOfTheLakes #KerryMotorsport #IrishRally #MotorsportIreland #SeanMoriarty #RallySeason #Podcast #MotorsportPodcast #RallyNews

Two-time World Rally champion Jonne Halttunen checks in with David Evans on SPIN, The Rally Pod this week, discussing last week's Rally Islas Canarias, the recent Olympus Rally, the surgery he's had to have after Rally Paraguay and his TV project in Finland.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 312 covers updates on various motorsports events, highlights key players, and features discussions on the NFL Draft. Recap of IndyCar Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, including winner and podium details. Analysis of NASCAR Cup Series performances and upcoming events, focusing on Kansas and Talladega. Discussion of the NFL Draft and its implications for teams. Updates on Supercross, Supercars, World Superbike, WEC, IMSA, WRC, MotoGP, and NHRA events. Picks for Talladega along with the Tate Fogleman Algorithm Josh's Sim Segment and Where To Find Phil, Josh and the GSP.

Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 311 discusses NASCAR's exciting Bristol tripleheader, with notable performances and updates from various motorsport events. Rory McIlroy joining Nicklaus, Faldo and Woods as repeat Masters champions also is discussed. Major Points Gibbs wins his first NASCAR Cup race after strategic decisions. Larson and Blaney (along with Ty Gibbs) dominated but were unable to overcome track position late. Connor Zilisch used track position in the O'Reilly race to hold off a dominant Kyle Larson. Chris Bell secured his first Truck win since 2017. Rory McIlroy repeats at The Masters, joining another prestigious group after winning the Grand Slam last year. Coverage includes updates from Supercross, WRC, Supercars, NHRA, World Superbikes, and more.

The Approach Angle Nate Schwartz (@_nateschwartz) and Kyle Bland (@blandalytics) talk about what goes into wRC+ and why it's a strong, all-encompassing hitter stat. They start by discussing wOBA—the basis for wRC+. It's an important hitting stat that values outcomes in a slightly stronger way than OPS. Surprisingly, the under-the-surface nuances are more understandable for wOBA than OPS. They transition into talking about how wRC+ includes factors such as league environment and park factors, making it a useful contextual tool for any hitter. Additionally, they discuss how the single number can be useful for analyzing player quality but can miss some fantasy-specific stats. Finally, they discuss any gaps in wRC+ and how stable it is. Process+ is also mentioned as an effective tool to predict wRC+ both in-season and across seasons.. Articles discussed: Weighted On Base Average or wOBA, Tom Tango; Guts!, Fangraphs; DRC+: Updates and Improvements, Jonathan Judge; What is Process+? Pitcher List's New All-Encompassing Hitting Stat, Nate Schwartz (shameless self-plug) Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Cardinals are 14-10 and playing better than most people expected. They swept the Astros, the young core is slugging — 11th in MLB in home runs — but the pitching is still the worst K/9 in baseball and the bullpen is a ticking time bomb.Masyn Winn might be waking up. Ten hits in a week, a Crawford Box homer, career-high walk rates, and three steals already on the season. We dig into whether this is the start of the offensive evolution we've been waiting for, and whether a 117 wRC+ is the version of Masyn that makes him a perennial All-Star.Jordan Walker had his first real cold stretch — 12 strikeouts in six games, no home runs since last week. But Ben digs under the hood and the underlying metrics still look real: same attack angle, same bat speed, still hitting the ball hard. We talk about why you shouldn't panic, what the strikeout rate means for his streakiness going forward, and why that full-count at-bat last night was actually a sign of growth.Plus: Nathan Church is coming alive at the plate, José Fermín played center field for some reason, Victor Scott's offensive floor is a concern, Dustin May put together his two best starts of the season, Jurrangelo Cijntje switch-pitched in an actual game, Dickie Fitts needs season-ending lat surgery, and Ben returns from Coachella with a full field report including Bob Baker Marionettes, Korean steak kimchi fries, and a disappointing Moby set.We close with a new game: Rotation Rotation, where we draft the five non-Cardinals teams we're watching the most right now.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.

Want to know what wRC+, xwOBA, and all the other baseball acronyms that make you go, "huh?" then this is the episode for you. Alex and Lance have you covered fresh off a series sweep of the New York Mets. Marquee Sports Network play-by-play announcer, Jon Sciambi, stops by and talks analytics with the guys.

Rally QLD winner Harry Bates and rookie Jackson Long join us for this edition of the shortcast fresh from the opening round of the EROAD Australian Championship.Long is part of the expanded two car Pedder’s squad and despite a scary diff issue late on Sunday he really impressed! How Jackson is adjusting his pace notes with the help of his codriver (his Dad) because of the faster speeds of his new ride, the R5 spec Skoda Fabia.And the SIM time that’s helped him adapt so quickly. It’s way better than the old arcade games. Bate’s was in good form on the stages around Gympie no matter what road position he was in.That ‘grove’ he and Coral Taylor found early in the event was great for confidence and they just kept building.Harry is now gearing up for Rally Portugal. How an opportunity to compete in the ultra competitive Rally 2 class came about.Plus the words of motivation from Kiwi legend Greg Murphy at the end of the WRC event in New Zealand in 2022 that really sank in. Rusty is battling the early onset of a cold here but we’ve tuned him up and pulled together a couple of cool rally chats. Head to the stage start and get into it! Head to Rusty's Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know who you want to hear from on Rusty's GarageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#544 WILD WRC! Graham King joins Gareth to discuss the shenanigans in the first 4 rounds of the World Rally Championship. Why is the sport struggling, and how to fix it. Plus, could a song have brought rallying back to Scotland?

Luke Barry is joined by experienced Rally1 driver Grégoire Munster to analyze one of the most astonishing rounds of the World Rally Championship history: Croatia Rally 2026See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As highlighted in The Irish SME HR Report, many Irish SMEs are still relying on paper files, spreadsheets, and manual processes to manage HR. In fact, most spend one to two days per week on admin alone.That's a significant drain on time and resources. More importantly, it's becoming a real compliance risk. With new legislation, increased WRC scrutiny, and rising expectations around transparent record‑keeping, outdated processes make it harder for SMEs to stay protected.In Episode 3 of The HRLocker Room, HRLocker's CEO, Crystel Robbins Rynne, speaks with Yvonne Clarke, Head of HR Solutions at RBK Chartered Accountants, about how SMEs can simplify HR admin, reduce manual workload and build the solid foundations needed for a modern, compliant HR function.From time tracking and leave management to onboarding, probation, and documentation, Yvonne shares the most common issues she sees on the ground - and the practical steps SMEs can take to streamline processes and stay audit‑ready. Key TopicsWhy SMEs still rely on spreadsheets - and the risks this createsTime tracking, breaks & WRC record‑keeping: what SMEs must get rightHow to build a strong recruitment, onboarding & probation processAutomating HR admin: where to start and what to prioritiseChange management: communication, habit‑building & employee buy‑inAuto‑Enrolment: what SMEs need to prepare for in 2026Gender Pay Gap reporting: understanding the data and the narrativePay Transparency: what's coming and how to get aheadTo help your business ditch the spreadsheets and streamline HR admin, download our practical guide: How to Centralise your HR Documents.Would you like to know how HRLocker can help you with your people management in 2024? Click here to get in touch today! 

As I celebrate five years of incredible conversations with fabulous women on this show, I'm eager to deliver more valuable content and experiences to my audience. One such event that I am so heartened to co-host with the Women in Philanthropy of the Scranton Area Community Foundation is a film screening on April 13 in Scranton.Thanks to my partnership with Women in Philanthropy, we will co-host a screening of Loud Enough--Surviving Justice, a documentary about one young woman's fight or justice after a sexual assault, followed by a conversation with the film's director and Sabrina Hannon from WRC. The event being held at the Scranton Area Community Foundation, at 612 Jefferson Ave. in Scranton is free to attend but registration is appreciated here.In anticipation of Monday night's film screening, this week's episode of the podcast features an edited version of the conversation I had in October with Hilary Klotz Steinman, the director of Loud Enough--Surviving Justice, former prosecutor and founder of Finding the Right Julie Germann, and former police officer turned trainer & consultant Justin Boardman who were both involved in the documentary. I'm sharing what I consider to be some of the highlights of our conversation about how victims are treated by law enforcement and the justice system and what Julie and Justin are doing to change that for the better through their education on the effects of trauma. Give this conversation a listen and I hope to see you on Monday, April 13 in Scranton. If you are interested in finding out how you can have your own screening of the documentary Loud Enough Surviving Justice, visit Women Make Movies. A big "thank you" goes out to my podcast sponsors Reinvented Threads with Gabby Lynn and Healthy Lifestyle Management with Lisa Rigau for their generosity and support of this podcast. If you enjoy creativity and value ecofriendly fashion, visit Gabby's store at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Reinvented Threads.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ and check out the Events section to see where Gabby will be a vendor in the coming months. If you would like to learn about individual wellness coaching, to attend online meditation and/or learn about mindfulness-based stress reduction, visit Lisa's site at ⁠⁠⁠⁠EatBreatheMoveLive.com⁠⁠⁠⁠.Want to support conversations like the ones Jeannine has each week with fierce and fabulous women? Become a podcast sponsor! Reach out to Jeannine.Luby@gmail.com for a list of affordable packages and one-time pricing options as low as 25 bucks. Remember that you can also show support by sharing the podcast with a friend, foe or anyone you know and by writing a review and rating the podcast. Follow Funny Wine Girl Jeannine on Facebook and Instagram for special events coming up this year in celebration of five years of Uncorked with Funny Wine Girl and for perimenopausal rants, nature photos and other fun stuff. I appreciate you from the bottom of my heart and the bottom of my wine glass.

Toyota team principal Jari-Matti Latvala joins David Evans for a pre-Croatia edition of SPIN, The Rally Pod to discuss this week's World Rally Championship round, Toyota's supreme start to the season, how Takamoto Katsuta has reacted to his first win in Kenya and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2001 World Rally Champion Robert Reid joins SPIN, the Rally Pod to discuss Britain's return to the WRC in 2027, the state of British national rallying, his own memories competing in Aberdeenshire and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Otto López habla de su gran momento con los Marlins, el cambio en su swing, su defensa como shortstop, su familia y el camino que lo llevó de waivers a convertirse en una pieza clave de Miami.Los datos respaldan bien el ángulo: FanGraphs lo lista con un wRC+ de 136 y línea ofensiva fuerte en 2026, mientras MLB muestra un tramo reciente de .322 AVG y .492 SLG en sus últimos 30 juegos. Además, reportes recientes destacan su salto en velocidad de salida y hard-hit rate. Support the show

Jari-Matti Latvala joins SPIN, The Rally Pod to talk about his latest adventure: driving the new-for-2026 Toyota GR Corolla Rally RC2 at the Olympus Rally, round three of the American Rally Association National Championship season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Max McRae joins Luke Barry on SPIN, The Rally Pod to break the news that he'll be competing for the British Rally Championship title in 2026 behind the wheel of a Škoda Fabia RS Rally2. He also dives into his rallying backstory, the importance of next year's Rally Scotland to him and his hopes to also compete in WRC2 later this season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about MLB’s new experimental minor league rules, and the potential downsides of trying to skip straight to a desired on-field result, then complete the 14th annual season preview series by previewing the 2026 Los Angeles Dodgers (35:35) with The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya, and the 2026 Colorado Rockies (1:30:13) with Rockies Insider’s Patrick Lyons. 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Jonathan Crymes, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: The Spaghettis, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Nate Emerson, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Ian H., “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Ward article 1 Link to Longenhagen on the new rules Link to Stark on the new rules Link to Stark on second base Link to disengagement rules Link to Bois on balks Link to team payrolls page Link to Dodgers offseason tracker Link to Dodgers depth chart Link to Baumann on Roki Link to Fabian on Roki Link to Dodgers first-rounders Link to Fabian’s author archive Link to Rockies offseason tracker Link to Rockies depth chart Link to Rockies team wRC+ by year Link to article on Vodnik’s family Link to article on Vodnik at the WBC Link to Brebbia on EW Link to Patrick’s work Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

On the March 17 edition of A's Cast Live, Chris Townsend discussed the return of Lawrence Butler to the lineup (4:45), the value of WRC+ (30:30) and why the WBC has found the right location for the tournament (44:10). He was joined by: 14:00 Mike Ferrin - PxP voice of the WBC on SiriusXM 1:10:43 Tyler Soderstrom - A's Left Fielder 1:23:00 Chris Caray - A's Broadcaster 1:39:55 Jeff McNeil - A's Second Baseman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colin Clark and George Donaldson assemble on SPIN, The Rally Pod to discuss Takamoto Katsuta's first ever World Rally Championship win and the bruising affair that was the 2026 Safari Rally Kenya. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Colin Clark and George Donaldson look ahead to Safari Rally Kenya 2026, which promises to be the toughest of the modern era. Could literally any of the Rally1, even some Rally2 drivers, win? George has a theory...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Clash Edition is here. We break down the Bowman Gray weekend, the weather chaos, and why this one felt more like a chess match than a sprint. Then we get into what Preece's win actually means, the strategy and fuel games people miss, and why Daytona is still the biggest castle in racing.Also: Corey's fired up for the 99 at Daytona, we talk numbers as identity, and we hit a quick motorsports round-up (WRC madness, IndyCar street race talk, and more).Highlights:Clash recap and the Bowman Gray vibePreece wins and why it mattersFuel weight, strategy, and the stuff fans do not seeDaytona 500 energy, storylines, and why it hits differentMotorsports quick hits (WRC, IndyCar, more)Follow, rate, and drop questions for next week.#StackingPennies #NASCAR #Daytona5000:30 - Welcome to the show and talking about winter weather1:30 - Corey driving the 6 car at Bowman Gray5:06 - Michael McDowell jumping the start in the LCQ6:49 - How great is driving at Bowman Gray8:00 - Reaction to the wet weather racing8:40 - Cars running out of gas in the feature9:57 - Corey breaks down his duel with Austin Cindric11:01 - Driving cars with historic numbers and seeing those cars drive at Bowman Gray13:16 - Ryan Preece calls in to talk about his Clash-winning weekend15:44 - Ryan Preece living his dream and significant moments in his racing career17:20 - Ryan Preece's never-give-up attitude20:44 - How Preece's success has impacted drivers in the modified series22:19 - How has the win impacted the season goals of the 60 car24:15 - Skip and Corey talk about Skip's performance at the Gambler's Classic in Atlantic City28:16 - Breaking down a World Rally Championship clip with no power steering31:00 - Favorite Clash paint schemes32:40 - Freedom 250 IndyCar race announcement34:50 - Toyota joins Australian V8 Supercars series36:10 - Opinions on electric car racing38:15 - Max Verstappen racing GT339:20 - What makes the Daytona Speedweeks special43:00 - Penny for your Thoughts questionsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.