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Crafting Tools of the Trade

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Improvised Weapons and the Evolution of Craft: David Byas (known as "Witch Doctor Zero") discusses his history of creating improvised weapons, including a garden hose filled with lead shot used for self-defense. This interest in crafting specialized impact weapons evolved into his current business making artisanal saps, which are leather-wrapped weighted impact tools with historical connections to law enforcement.

From Tattoo Artist to Leather Craftsman: David has been a tattoo artist since 1989, learning his craft in England and refining it through apprenticeships and mentorships. His mechanical inclination led him to build his own tattoo machines early in his career. This same technical aptitude later helped him develop his leather working skills and design innovative saps with precise specifications.

The Birth of Witch Doctor Zero: The name "Witch Doctor Zero" came from David's interest in natural remedies and holistic healing. He's known for providing natural health advice to friends and clients, avoiding pharmaceuticals and only consuming organic food. The "Zero" part of the name simply sounded good when he was brainstorming brand names.

Collaboration and Community: David describes how connecting with other craftsmen like "Billy Trident" helped elevate his work. By seeking critique and collaboration from established makers, he was able to improve his techniques and gain recognition in the EDC (Every Day Carry) community. His pieces have been used by celebrities like Jason Momoa and Randy from the band Lamb of God.

Supernatural Experiences and Beliefs: David shares several personal supernatural experiences, including encounters with shadow figures and unexplained phenomena in his Victorian home. He believes in the power of manifestation and visualization to achieve goals, crediting these practices with his success in business and personal endeavors.

The Search for Meaning: The conversation turns deeply philosophical as David discusses his lifelong search for meaning through various spiritual and occult practices. He rejects organized religion while maintaining a belief in some form of higher power or energy, suggesting that "God is not religious, people are."

Personal Struggles and Mental Health: David openly discusses his battles with depression and suicidal thoughts, finding purpose through his family and creative work. He credits his wife and daughters with giving him reasons to persevere through difficult times, and discusses how giving up alcohol significantly improved his health and wellbeing.

The Intersection of Art and Weaponry: Throughout his life, David has been fascinated by weapons, military equipment, and survival gear. This interest manifests in his leather crafting, where he creates functional art pieces that are both beautiful and potentially lethal, blurring the line between art object and weapon.

Historical Connection to Tools: David's work with saps represents a connection to a nearly forgotten tool with deep historical roots in law enforcement and self-defense. By recreating and refining these tools, he's preserving a craft that was nearly lost while bringing his own artistic vision to the medium.

Finding Connections Through Shared Experiences: The conversation reveals how shared interests in craftsmanship, spirituality, and overcoming personal struggles have created bonds between these men despite their different backgrounds. Their discussion of supernatural encounters, manifestation practices, and facing mortality shows how these universal human experiences transcend their specific crafts and professions.

Unconventional Entrepreneurship: From selling cigarettes as a teenager to creating custom leather goods, David has always found ways to make money through ingenuity and craftsmanship. His success comes from identifying niches where his skills can create unique products that people desire, demonstrating the entrepreneurial spirit that drives artisans.

The Power of Authenticity: Despite periods of self-doubt, David has developed a distinctive style in both his tattoo work and leather crafting. His willingness to be open about his beliefs, struggles, and unconventional lifestyle has attracted a community that appreciates both his craftsmanship and his perspective.

The Value of Handcrafted Objects: In discussing his custom knives and leather goods, David touches on how handcrafted items carry special significance in a mass-produced world. The time, skill, and personal touch that goes into his creations makes them more than mere objects—they're expressions of human creativity and craftsmanship that connect maker and owner.

Relationships as Anchors: Both men discuss how their relationships, particularly with their children and partners, have provided stability and purpose in their lives. Having people who depend on them and accept them has been crucial to their ability to overcome personal demons and find meaning in their work and lives.
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Candid conversations with the people shaping the world of technology — from pioneers of computer history to founders at the world’s leading startups. For more information, visit: https://www.notion.so/blog/topic/first-block

First Block: Interview with Jesse Zhang, Co-Founder and CEO of Decagon

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- Decagon's Core Product: Decagon builds AI customer service agents that can handle conversations with end users, take actions, look up data, and guide people through flows - essentially functioning as a conversational front end for brands. The company initially focused on partnering with tech companies but is now expanding to more traditional industries and large consumer companies.

- Origins and Founder's Journey: Jesse Zhang is a serial entrepreneur who previously founded Loki (acquired by Niantic in 2021). That experience taught him to be more intentional and systematic about ideation and customer discovery, which shaped his approach with Decagon. His background in math contests and problem-solving has helped him approach business challenges systematically.

- Agent Operating Procedures (AOPs): This innovation came from customer feedback indicating traditional chatbots were brittle and expensive to maintain. AOPs allow teams to write natural language instructions for how the AI should operate, making the system more transparent, easier to update, and simpler to experiment with - avoiding the pitfalls of traditional SaaS methods.

- Why Decagon Has Succeeded Where Other AI Pilots Fail: The customer service space makes impact easily quantifiable (through metrics like deflection rates and customer satisfaction), allowing for clear business cases. Additionally, the ability to have a structural fallback to humans makes deployment less risky, as companies can take on certain use cases first and gradually expand.

- Rapid Growth Strategy: Decagon consciously optimized for short-term thinking in the beginning, focusing purely on execution and making customers happy. With a team of strong engineers and product people, they prioritized getting large customers deployed quickly without overthinking long-term product strategy, which helped them build momentum rapidly.

- Impressive Results: Customers like Duolingo have reported 70-80% deflection rates and 3x improvement in customer satisfaction. This success is driven by the fact that GenAI models are naturally suited for conversations and solving transactional problems, combined with AOPs that allow teams to iterate quickly and address edge cases efficiently.

- Market Timing and First Customers: Decagon launched at an opportune moment when early adopters were just beginning to explore using LLMs for customer service, but before the market became saturated. They targeted forward-thinking companies with a reputation for working with startups, shipping solutions that provided enough lift to make companies willing to work with them even when they were very small.

- Team Building Philosophy: The company grew from about a dozen people to nearly 200 in just 18 months. In the early stages, they focused on hiring generalists (often from their network) who could handle multiple roles. As the company grew, they shifted toward bringing in specialists and creating more defined roles. Jesse emphasized that the early team is crucial because it creates a compounding effect on future hiring.

- Founder's Advice: Don't over-index on others' advice or try to apply another company's strategies directly to your business. Instead, understand your own strengths and timing, and optimize for what works for your specific situation. Also, be proactive about hiring key roles - in retrospect, Jesse feels they were sometimes too slow to bring on certain functions like marketing.
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The latest news from the world of personal finance plus advice for those trying to make the most of their money.

Money Box Live: First-Time Buyers

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First-time buyers are a growing market segment: First-time buyers now account for 40% of property sales in the UK, with a 30% increase in numbers during the first half of 2025 compared to 2024. This growth is partly driven by rising rental costs (up by over a third in the last five years) and lenders relaxing borrowing rules, allowing buyers to borrow up to 20% more for the same income and mortgage rate.

Family support plays a critical role: About two-thirds of first-time buyers receive family help, primarily with deposits. Among buyers under 33, three-quarters get family assistance. Those with family support can typically buy their first home two years sooner than average. Support includes financial gifts, living with parents to save on rent, or participating in family guarantee schemes.

Geographical disparity in affordability: First-time buyers face vastly different challenges depending on location. Southern England and London require much larger deposits and incomes compared to the North, Midlands, Scotland, and parts of Wales. The average first-time buyer home costs around £240,000 in southern England, compared to half that amount in other regions.

Building a good credit history is essential: Many first-time buyers face the paradox of needing credit history to get a mortgage while being discouraged from taking on debt. Mortgage experts recommend: being on the electoral roll, ensuring personal details are accurate on credit files, avoiding "buy now, pay later" schemes like Klarna, and consulting with mortgage brokers at least six months before applying.

Alternative pathways to homeownership: For those struggling with affordability, options include shared ownership (buying a portion of a property initially), the First Homes scheme (offering 30% discounts on new builds for first-time buyers and key workers), and considering properties further from city centers or that need renovation work.

The challenge of deposits versus affordability: While lenders have relaxed affordability criteria, saving for deposits remains the biggest hurdle. First-time buyers typically need deposits of £30,000-£50,000, which is difficult to accumulate while paying rent. The Lifetime ISA scheme, where the government adds a 25% bonus to savings (up to £1,000 per year), helps some buyers reach their deposit goals.

Mortgage overpayment is common: Two-thirds of first-time buyers are overpaying their mortgages. Many take longer mortgage terms (30-35 years) to meet initial affordability requirements but then make overpayments to reduce the overall term and total interest paid.

Long-term planning is crucial: Experts advise buyers to plan to stay in their first property for 8-12 years, carefully consider future needs, establish a realistic budget based on disposable income, and stick to it. For those in their mid-40s or older, buying a home is still recommended over continued renting, especially when considering retirement finances.
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Dave Dameshek sets his gaze on the NFL landscape to analyze, celebrate and - when necessary - offer improvements to America’s true national pastime from a true fan’s perspective. Dave is frequently joined by players, as well as his NFL Network regulars to talk about the game of football and perhaps more importantly, the game called life. On this podcast, nothing is off-limits... Except some stuff.

NFL Fantasy Live: Cowboys-Raiders Recap and Week 12 Waiver Wire Pickups

NFL: The Dave Dameshek Football Program

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Monday Night Football Recap: Cowboys Beat Raiders: George Pickens had a standout performance despite being suspended for the first drive, scoring a touchdown and finishing with nearly 30 fantasy points. Dak Prescott rebounded from his mini-slump with 268 passing yards, 4 touchdowns, and 24 fantasy points, reminding fantasy managers of what the Cowboys offense can do when clicking.

Week 11 Fantasy Highlights: The perfect lineup for Week 11 featured familiar faces like Josh Allen and Christian McCaffrey, but also surprising performers like Michael Wilson, Ted Roman McMillan, and Sean Tucker. The highest scoring lineup totaled 277.08 points.

Aaron Rodgers Injury Update: Rodgers suffered a fractured wrist on his non-throwing arm against the Bengals but won't need surgery. He's pushing to play against the Bears in Week 12, with a final decision likely coming Friday. If Mason Rudolph starts instead, the impact on Jets receivers like DK Metcalf should be minimal as the passing game has been conservative even with Rodgers.

Fantasy Trade Deadline Strategies: With trade deadlines approaching, the hosts recommended targeting players with favorable playoff schedules like Matthew Stafford, Drake May, Trayvon Henderson, and Kenneth Walker III. When proposing trades, focus on finding mutually beneficial deals by addressing the other team's needs and matching emotional connections to certain players.

Trade Candidates to Target: Several players were highlighted as good trade targets, including RJ Harvey (who should see increased usage with J.K. Dobbins injured), T. Higgins (who has 8+ targets in four of his last five games), and Saquon Barkley (whose upcoming schedule includes favorable matchups against Dallas, Chicago, and the Chargers).

Players to Trade Away: Candidates to consider trading away include Saquon Barkley (due to concerns about Lane Johnson's availability), Xavier Worthy (who has underperformed despite being attached to Patrick Mahomes), and Justin Herbert (who's struggled behind an injured offensive line).

Marcus Grant's Week 12 Sleepers: Top sleeper recommendations include Jerry Jeudy (who remains the top target regardless of Cleveland's QB), Green Bay Packers DST (against struggling rookie JJ McCarthy), Chig Okonkwo (leading the Titans in receptions and yards), Hunter Henry (against the TE-friendly Bengals defense), and Zach Charbonnet (facing a Titans defense allowing the second-most rushing touchdowns).
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“Mad Money” takes viewers inside the mind of one of Wall Street’s most respected and successful money managers for free. Cramer is listeners’ personal guide through the confusing jungle of Wall Street investing, navigating through opportunities and pitfalls with one goal in mind—to help you make money. “Mad Money” features the unmatched, fiery opinions of Jim Cramer and the popular Lightning Round, in which he gives his buy, sell and hold opinions on stocks to callers.

Mad Money w/ Jim Cramer 11/18/25

Mad Money w/ Jim Cramer

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Buying on Weakness vs. Mindless Dip Buying: Jim Cramer explains the difference between mindlessly "buying the dips" and the more strategic approach of buying quality stocks on weakness. He advocates for the latter, recommending investors buy small positions in high-quality companies that are down from their highs, especially those that have recently reported strong quarters but aren't getting credit for it.

Data Center Concerns Causing Market Selloff: A major selloff is occurring in AI data center stocks, with companies like Nvidia (-14%), Oracle (-36%), and Coreway (-50%) dropping significantly from recent peaks. This stems from concerns about OpenAI's trillion-dollar spending commitments to various chip and infrastructure providers, raising questions about how they'll pay for it all.

Oracle's Problematic Debt Strategy: Oracle's approach to financing data centers has raised red flags on Wall Street. The company is taking on massive debt ($38-56 billion) to build infrastructure for AI clients like OpenAI, while former CEO Safra Catz (who reportedly resisted this expansion) stepped down and cashed out $2.5 billion in stock options, signaling potential problems ahead.

Rockwell Automation and American Reindustrialization: Blake Barrett, CEO of Rockwell Automation, discussed how the reindustrialization of America is creating opportunities for automation companies. Rockwell is building a million-square-foot facility in Wisconsin and seeing growth in robotics, warehouse automation, and factory systems that complement human labor with technology.

ChatGPT's Reliability Issues: Cramer shared a frustrating personal experience where ChatGPT provided incorrect information about MP Materials' relationship with China for rare earth mineral refining. Despite the AI's apologies, Cramer warns that executives demanding AI use in office settings should think twice about trusting results, as the technology isn't reliable enough yet for current events research.

Investment Strategy for Market Selloffs: Cramer recommends having money in index funds for relative safety while also maintaining a portfolio of individual quality stocks for greater upside potential. During selloffs, he advises pulling forward some planned future contributions to take advantage of lower prices, but emphasizes buying small positions and leaving room to buy more if prices continue falling.

Lightning Round Stock Assessments: Cramer evaluated several stocks during his lightning round, including being negative on Sea Limited due to its high P/E ratio, cautious on Fiserv until it shows signs of stabilizing, positive on Rogers Communications, and recommending waiting on semiconductor suppliers until after Nvidia's earnings report.
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Join former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara as he breaks down legal topics in the news and engages thought leaders in a podcast about power, policy, and justice.
From CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

The Epstein Files Fight

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- Trump's Paradoxical Position on Epstein Files: Donald Trump has publicly supported releasing the Epstein files while his administration appears to be working to block their release. This contradictory stance has confused many observers, as Trump's base has long clamored for the documents to be made public, yet his Justice Department is creating obstacles to their release.

- Strategic Investigation of Democrats Only: Trump has directed Attorney General Pam Bondi to reopen an Epstein-related investigation focusing exclusively on Democrats who were named in the files. This selective investigation appears designed to give the DOJ a pretext to withhold the documents from Congress under the claim of protecting an ongoing investigation.

- Marjorie Taylor Greene's Break with Trump: In a surprising development, MTG, once one of Trump's most loyal supporters, has publicly broken with the president over the Epstein files issue. Their disagreement escalated to the point where Trump referred to her as "Marjorie Traitor Greene." Though her motivations may include political calculations about her district in Georgia, this represents a rare defection from Trump's inner circle.

- Potential Precedent for Republican Dissent: The hosts suggest that MTG's break with Trump could potentially encourage other Republicans to distance themselves from the president. Though they differ on whether this split will be lasting or meaningful, they agree that any significant defection from Trump's orbit is noteworthy in the current political climate.

- Questions About DOJ Independence: The podcast raises serious concerns about the independence of the Department of Justice under Trump, particularly regarding the handling of the Epstein-related investigation and the special treatment reportedly given to Ghislaine Maxwell. The hosts suggest this represents a departure from traditional DOJ values and operations.

- Cover-up as Evidence of Guilt: The hosts note that attempting to hide information is often the most damning evidence against a target in a criminal investigation, as it demonstrates consciousness of guilt. They suggest Trump's apparent efforts to block the release of the Epstein files fits this pattern of behavior.
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Mark Levin is one of the hottest talk radio hosts in America. A prominent conservative commentator, best-selling author and constitutional scholar, Mark offers fresh takes on daily news headlines and dissects important events of the day. Heard weeknights on nearly 400 radio stations, Levin is loved in every corner of America. He cuts through the noise with his passion and intellect, often saying things others won’t. Or as Mark himself would declare: “That’s right. I said it!”

11/18/25 - Saudi Arabia's New Role: Are We Selling Out?

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Saudi Arabia's Shifting Relationship with the US: During a White House ceremony, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was treated with extraordinary honors as the US designated Saudi Arabia as a major non-NATO ally. When questioned about Saudi connections to 9/11, MBS claimed Osama bin Laden used Saudi citizens in the attacks specifically to damage US-Saudi relations. The administration plans to sell advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia despite historical tensions, while also extending protections to Qatar—ironically Saudi Arabia's regional rival.

Thomas Crooks Investigation Failures: Miranda Devine's New York Post article revealed serious gaps in the FBI and Secret Service investigations of Trump's would-be assassin. An independent source discovered Crooks had 17 online accounts showing his ideological transformation from pro-Trump in 2019 to violently anti-Trump by 2020. Despite making explicit online threats about political assassination under his real name, these threats were apparently missed by authorities. Questions remain about whether Crooks was ever investigated before the Butler, PA attack.

Alaska's Resource Discovery Could Break Chinese Dominance: Governor Mike Dunleavy discussed how the Graphite Creek site near Nome, Alaska has revealed the largest graphite deposit in North America along with rare earth elements critical for technology and defense. Currently, the US is 93% import-dependent on both graphite and rare earth elements, with China controlling 90% of production. The Trump administration has prioritized this project that could provide resources for over 100 years, helping America reduce dependence on Chinese imports.

Biden Administration's Restrictions on Alaska Resources: Governor Dunleavy described how the Biden administration imposed over 70 restrictive actions specifically targeting Alaska's resource development, including closures of ANWR, national forests, and offshore oil leasing. He suggested these restrictions were more severe than sanctions against hostile nations, threatening Alaska's economic viability. The Trump administration immediately reversed these policies through executive orders, allowing development of Alaska's abundant resources.

Epstein Files Release Controversy: The House and Senate rapidly passed legislation to release the Jeffrey Epstein files, with only Rep. Clay Higgins voting against it. Higgins argued the release abandons 250 years of criminal justice procedure and will harm innocent people, including witnesses and family members whose names appear in investigative files but who aren't accused of wrongdoing. The Oversight Committee has already released over 60,000 pages of documents from the Epstein case through more conventional processes.

Muslim Group Rewarding Anti-Israel Protesters: CARE (Council on American-Islamic Relations) established a "Champions of Justice" fund offering $1,000 checks to students who were disciplined by their universities for leading pro-Palestinian protests. Critics see this as creating a "reward structure" for militant activism, potentially encouraging more extreme behavior on campuses. Recipients reportedly included students from Columbia, University of Pennsylvania, and Harvard who faced penalties for protest activities.

Spiritual Dimensions of Medical Healing: Dr. Mark Siegel discussed his book "The Miracles Among Us: How God's Grace Plays a Role in Healing," which explores the intersection of science and faith in medicine. Through various case studies, including Holocaust survivors and modern medical miracles, Dr. Siegel argues that healing often involves both excellent medical care and spiritual dimensions that can't be explained by science alone. He emphasizes the importance of valuing human life and recognizing divine intervention in medical outcomes.

Bush Dynasty's Potential Political Return: A report suggests former Bush family members and allies are quietly planning to reclaim influence in the Republican Party after Trump leaves office. According to the piece, a "shadow Republican party" with deep connections is waiting to reassert traditional GOP values. As part of this long-term strategy, Jonathan Bush (cousin of George W. and Jeb) reportedly gathered family support to launch a campaign for governor of Maine in 2026, potentially establishing another Bush political foothold.

Congressman's Allegations About Epstein and Democrats: Rep. James Comer claimed newly released files show a House Democrat colluded with Jeffrey Epstein during a 2019 oversight hearing to discredit a witness with a "vendetta against President Trump." Comer also alleged that Democratic fundraisers invited Epstein to events with Hakeem Jeffries as part of efforts to win a majority in 2013, suggesting Democratic connections to Epstein that have received little attention.

Iran's Ongoing Human Rights Abuses: Despite attention shifting elsewhere, Iran continues to execute dissidents without due process. The program noted that while some debate focused on whether to have pursued more aggressive action against the Iranian regime when the opportunity existed, the country continues its brutal suppression of opposition figures through a high number of executions.
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"My Therapist Ghosted Me" is the result of Joanne's therapist doing just that! Ignoring her calls, refusing to answer the door at the clinic, or speak to her after she'd tracked him down at Enfield crematorium as he scattered his Aunt's ashes. Despite it all, it’s often said that friends give the best therapy so Vogue &amp; Joanne have teamed up to do exactly that (alongside a generous helping of laughter as that too is said to be the best form of therapy). Together they will give 100% unqualified, unsubstantiated but up front and honest advice on the plethora of issues they and many others continue to grapple with.

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MTGM EXTRA! "Questioning my sexuality..."

My Therapist Ghosted Me

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ADHD Diagnosis as a Get-Out-of-Jail-Free Card: Joanne reveals she's been diagnosed with ADHD and is now using it as an excuse for her forgetfulness and disorganization, including showing up without her microphone and headphones. She jokes that she's "no longer accountable for anything" since her diagnosis, even using it to avoid planning responsibilities for an upcoming trip to Paris.

Unfair Criticism of Working Mothers: Vogue discusses her frustration with the double standard applied to mothers versus fathers when it comes to working and traveling. She points out that when she went on tour, people questioned how she could "leave her children," which is something men rarely experience. She emphasizes that women can be both working professionals and excellent mothers simultaneously.

False Claims and Online Lies: The hosts discuss a recent experience where Vogue saw someone online falsely claiming to have met her. They reflect on the temptation to call out such lies publicly, with Vogue contemplating a "Selena Gomez approach" of directly challenging false statements.

Tabloid Fabrications: Vogue shares that tabloids are running stories suggesting she and her husband Spencer are headed for a breakup simply because they've spent some time apart. She questions why couples are expected to be "sewn together" to prove their relationship is solid, highlighting how media creates false narratives for clickbait.

Questioning Sexuality: The hosts respond to a listener who identifies as gay but has recently started having sexual thoughts about women. They reassure him that sexual fluidity is normal and suggest giving himself time to explore these feelings, emphasizing there are "no boxes anymore" when it comes to sexuality. Joanne encourages him to "scratch that itch" if he's genuinely curious, though Vogue adds he should consider his relationship status before acting on these urges.
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Join Josh Norris and Hayden Winks as they outline the most actionable information around the NFL. From Fantasy Football, Team Building, NFL Draft and Analytics plus game picks... it‘s all covered here.

Week 12 Fantasy Football STATS vs FILM

Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden

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Eagles Defense Emerging as Their Strength: Philadelphia's defense has been exceptional, possibly better than the unit that shut down Patrick Mahomes last year. The Quinton Mitchell trade is proving to be one of the best this season. Meanwhile, the offense has struggled, posting their worst performances of the Sirianni-Hurts era in back-to-back weeks. Jalen Hurts continues to avoid throwing over the middle, and Lane Johnson's injury will significantly impact their pass protection.

Detroit Lions Weather Vulnerability: Jared Goff has proven once again to be ineffective in cold weather, completing less than 60% of his passes when temperatures drop below 50 degrees. Despite this weakness, the Lions remain strong playoff contenders with an 81% chance of making the postseason according to The Athletic. Their upcoming dome games should allow their offense to return to form.

George Pickens Emerging as Elite Receiver: Currently the WR4 in fantasy points per game, Pickens has thrived with the Cowboys. His skill set perfectly complements CeeDee Lamb, allowing both to excel. The Cowboys offense has looked impressive with Dak Prescott playing at a high level, though their playoff chances remain slim at just 10%.

Raiders in Dire Offensive Straits: Las Vegas has struggled to generate offense even against weaker defenses, managing just 16 points against a previously vulnerable Cowboys unit. Their offensive line issues continue, with rookie draft picks unable to earn playing time due to fundamental assignment problems. With a brutal remaining schedule featuring five top-10 defenses, the outlook is bleak.

Falcons Losing Key Offensive Weapons: Atlanta has lost Michael Penix Jr. (partially torn ACL) and Drake London (hip injury) for extended periods. The team's offensive investment over recent years has yielded below-average results, and they now face serious questions about their future at quarterback, with Penix having just 12 career starts at age 26 and now suffering his third knee injury.

Texans and Titans Showing Different Quarterback Trajectories: Davis Mills has proven to be one of the league's top backup QBs, managing the offense effectively in CJ Stroud's absence. For Tennessee, rookie Cam Ward shows flashes with his impressive arm talent but struggles under pressure and lacks the athleticism to consistently escape. The Titans' offensive environment—with vanilla play-calling, poor offensive line play, and limited receiver talent—compounds his development challenges.

Chiefs Struggling with Downfield Passing: Patrick Mahomes ranks 30th of 39 QBs in adjusted completion percentage on deep throws (20+ yards), continuing a two-year trend. Despite being 3rd in EPA per drive and scoring, the offense has failed to produce consistently against better defenses. Travis Kelce remains their most reliable target, especially against man coverage where both Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy have shown limitations.

Jacoby Brissett Thriving with Cardinals: Since becoming Arizona's starter, Brissett has been fantasy QB7, 12, 10, 10, and 4. His experience allows him to overcome early mistakes and remain effective, particularly in comeback situations. The Cardinals are third in neutral pass rate this month, indicating their confidence in Brissett over the running game. Trey McBride has been exceptional, averaging 14.9 PPR points per game.

Cam Ward's Development Timeline: The Titans rookie quarterback has impressive arm talent but faces significant hurdles. He's making "Jordan Love-type throws" when given time but lacks the athleticism to consistently escape pressure. The coaching staff's basic offensive approach (league-high 78% usage of 11 personnel with minimal pre-snap motion) isn't helping his development. Improvement will likely take several years rather than happening quickly.

Bears Offensive Progress with Caleb Williams: Despite inconsistencies, Williams has significantly improved his sack avoidance compared to his rookie year. His unique ability to escape pressure and extend plays is "freaky stuff," though he still struggles with accuracy on deep throws early in games. The team has shifted to more two-tight end sets, using 11 personnel (three WRs) only 35% of the time in Week 11, down from 60% in previous weeks.

Seahawks' Third Down Issues: Despite being one of the league's best teams, Seattle has converted just 12.3% of their 3rd-and-long situations (7+ yards), well below the league average of 25%. Their offense excels when staying on schedule but struggles in obvious passing situations. Their elite defense gives them a chance to overcome this weakness, as demonstrated by holding the Rams' high-powered offense in check.

Commanders' Quarterback Dilemma: Rookie Jayden Daniels has been replaced by Marcus Mariota. Against the Ravens, Daniels took multiple sacks and failed to complete a single pass against the blitz, with one interception and two additional turnover-worthy plays. Defenses will likely continue to blitz him heavily until he proves he can handle pressure by identifying hot routes and making quick decisions.

Trey McBride's Historic Season: The Cardinals tight end is averaging 14.9 fantasy points per game (half PPR), which would rank him as WR8. He's on pace to potentially break the all-time record for receptions by a tight end. With Jacoby Brissett targeting him heavily, McBride has emerged as one of the season's best draft values.

49ers Rounding into Form: With Brock Purdy looking much healthier and showing improved mobility, the 49ers offense is approaching its potential. George Kittle dominated against the Seahawks, consistently exploiting matchups against linebackers. While Ricky Pearsall returned to extensive playing time, he often runs deeper "clear-out" routes that may limit his fantasy consistency despite his talent.
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Care about free speech? Tired of political correctness? Join Dave Rubin for real conversations, real news, and one-on-one interviews with some of the most intriguing names in America today as they break down politics and current events.

Senator Visibly Shocks Dave Rubin by Revealing the Real Reason the Shutdown Ended | John Kennedy

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- Political Transition from Democrat to Republican: Senator John Kennedy explains how he switched from being a Democrat to a Republican around 2004-2005. As a Louisiana Democrat, he witnessed his party shifting dramatically leftward, with the "foolishness" from the national party seeping into the state party. Eventually, as State Treasurer, all his legislation was being handled by Republicans while his Democratic colleagues disliked him for not following the party line.

- The Transformation of the Democratic Party: Kennedy describes how the "loon wing" or "Bolshevik wing" of the Democratic Party gradually gained power. He identifies Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as the current leader of the party, backed by Senator Sanders, and suggests she may be aiming for Speaker of the House, the Senate, or the Presidency. Traditional Democrats, including Senator Schumer, are "scared to say anything" against this radical wing.

- Moderate Democrats' Private Concerns: Kennedy reveals that some moderate Democrats privately acknowledge concerns about their party's direction but are afraid to speak out publicly. He emphasizes that "what you do is what you believe, not what you say," noting that many Democrats understood Biden's border policies were mistaken but remained silent until they felt politically threatened.

- The Government Shutdown Strategy: Kennedy details how the recent government shutdown unfolded, claiming Republicans simply wanted to extend the status quo while Schumer demanded $1.5 trillion and Obamacare subsidy extensions. He suggests the resolution where eight Democrats broke from their party was "much more carefully orchestrated" than portrayed, with Schumer actually relieved to allow it to happen.

- Defending the Filibuster: Despite Trump's calls to end the filibuster, Kennedy supports keeping it. He told the President that a Senator's role is both "to advance good ideas" and "to kill bad ideas," noting how the filibuster helped Republicans block many Biden administration initiatives. Instead of eliminating it, Kennedy suggests focusing on winning elections and using reconciliation bills to pass legislation without Democratic votes.

- Economic Policy Priorities: Kennedy outlines what he would do to address economic challenges, particularly housing costs. His proposals include requiring major cities to increase housing starts by 5% annually or face funding cuts, reducing regulations that drive up costs, and reforming the tax code to further stimulate small businesses by doubling the tax exemption on income left in sub-S corporations and LLCs.

- Book: "How to Test Negative for Stupid": Kennedy describes his book as a collection of true stories rather than a policy manual. He explains that in Washington, "normal is a setting on the clothes dryer" and "common sense is illegal." The book offers unvarnished accounts of his experiences with figures like Trump, Biden, Xi Jinping, and Chuck Schumer, using humor to convey serious messages about government dysfunction.
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Renowned fantasy experts Adam Levitan and Evan Silva cover fantasy football, DFS, prop betting and sports betting. This podcast is for fantasy players serious about finding their edge!

Team-by-Team: Everything To Know Heading Into Week 12 (Episode 938 with Evan Silva and Adam Levitan)

Establish The Run Fantasy Football

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Michael Penix Jr. and Drake London Injuries Devastate the Falcons: Both players sustained knee injuries in the Week 11 loss to the Panthers - Penix has damage to his ACL and is likely done for the season, while London has a PCL sprain and is week-to-week. Kirk Cousins will take over at quarterback, throwing to a depleted receiving corps featuring Darnell Mooney, Kyle Pitts, and depth receivers. These injuries compound what has become a lost season for Atlanta.

Bayshaul Tutin Takes Over in Jacksonville's Backfield: The Jaguars running back rotation is shifting, with Bayshaul Tutin leading Travis Etienne 15-12 in carries before suffering a minor ankle injury in their win over the Chargers. Offensive coordinator Liam Cohen appears to be increasing Tutin's role, as the rookie has been impressive and boasts a better success rate (51.7%) than Etienne (42.9%). The Jaguars are embracing a run-heavy approach that suits both backs.

Broncos Take First Place in AFC with Eighth Straight Win: Denver improved to 9-2 by defeating the Chiefs, claiming the current #1 seed in the AFC. While their defense has been the main catalyst for their success, Bo Nix had one of his better games, going 5-for-8 on deep passes despite inconsistencies. RJ Harvey has taken command of the backfield after JK Dobbins' season-ending injury, playing 38 snaps compared to just 8 for both McLaughlin and Badie.

Jets Bench Justin Fields for Tyrod Taylor: After another disappointing performance in their loss to the Patriots, the Jets have decided to start Tyrod Taylor over Justin Fields. Despite Fields' athleticism, the Jets refused to fully commit to designed quarterback runs, saying they didn't want to put him "in harm's way." Fields' benching for a 36-year-old journeyman quarterback is particularly disappointing considering the Jets' significant financial investment in him.

Luther Burden Finally Getting His Opportunity with the Bears: After playing behind the inefficient Almighty Za'Cchaeus for months, rookie Luther Burden is finally seeing increased playing time. In their win over the Vikings, Burden ran 22 routes compared to just 7 for Za'Cchaeus. While Chicago remains a run-first offense with limitations in the passing game, Burden's talent (considered by some analysts as potentially the most talented receiver in his draft class) makes him an intriguing fantasy option.

Cardinals Continue Comeback Pattern with Huge Passing Numbers: In their loss to the 49ers, Jacoby Brissett set an NFL record with 47 completions while attempting 57 passes as Arizona tried to overcome an early deficit. With Marvin Harrison Jr. out due to an appendectomy, Michael Wilson (10/180/1) and Greg Dortch stepped up alongside Trey McBride. This pass-heavy approach has become a pattern for the Cardinals when trailing, creating valuable fantasy opportunities.

Bryce Young Delivers Career-Best Performance in Panthers' Win: After weeks of conservative game plans designed to protect and hide Young, the Panthers quarterback was forced to throw 51 times against the Falcons (far above his 28.6 dropback average in prior games). Young responded with his best NFL performance, leading a comeback victory and showing promising chemistry with rookie WR Tet McMillan, who excelled after being moved around the formation rather than being pinned to the outside.

49ers Defense Decimated by Injuries but Offense Regaining Strength: Despite losing key defensive players like Nick Bosa and Fred Warner, San Francisco's offense is getting healthy at the right time. Brock Purdy returned and looked sharp in a 41-point outburst against Arizona, with Christian McCaffrey dominating again. With Purdy, CMC, Kittle, Jennings, and Pearsall all healthy together for perhaps the first time all season, the 49ers offense could be poised for a high-scoring stretch run to compensate for their defensive limitations.

Kenneth Walker Earning More Opportunities in Seattle's Backfield: Seahawks coach Mike McDonald has indicated Kenneth Walker will receive an increased workload after another strong performance. The explosive Walker (4.5 yards per carry) has significantly outperformed Zach Charbonnet (3.3 yards per carry) while also leading in success rate. Walker's big-play ability was highlighted in Seattle's loss to the Rams, where he made impacts in both the running and passing games.

Sean Tucker Emerges in Buccaneers Backfield: Despite Rachaad White starting for Tampa Bay, Sean Tucker took over with the "hot hand" in their loss to Buffalo, finishing with 37 DraftKings points on strong efficiency. Coach Todd Bowles indicated they'll continue with the hot hand approach, rotating their backs. Tucker showed impressive speed, hitting 21.1 mph on his 43-yard touchdown run. Bucky Irving could further complicate this backfield upon his return from injury.

Vikings Facing Quarterback Crisis with J.J. McCarthy: McCarthy's struggles continued in Minnesota's loss to the Bears, completing just 52.9% of his passes (worse than Anthony Richardson, Justin Fields, and Zach Wilson in their rookie years). McCarthy went just 4-of-14 on passes beyond 10 yards, and Vikings fans were openly booing him during the game. These issues have forced the typically pass-heavy Kevin O'Connell to adopt more conservative game plans when McCarthy is under center.

Philadelphia Eagles Offensive Line Woes Mount with Lane Johnson Injury: The Eagles beat the Lions but lost All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson for 4-6 weeks with a Lisfranc injury. This is a major blow to an already struggling offensive line that's significantly impacted Saquon Barkley's production. Despite their 8-2 record, Philadelphia's offense managed just 3.9 yards per play against Detroit as they forced targets to a frustrated A.J. Brown (11 targets for just 74 yards).

Josh Allen's Historic Performance Carries Bills Past Buccaneers: Allen threw for three touchdowns and ran for three more in Buffalo's win over Tampa Bay - only the third time in NFL history a player has accomplished this feat (Allen has two of those three games). He did this with a depleted receiving corps featuring Tyrell Shavers, Josh Palmer, and other backups, as Keon Coleman was a healthy scratch after missing a team meeting. Allen now leads all fantasy QBs by more than three points per game.

Jamaar Chase Suspended After Spitting Incident in Bengals Loss: Chase has been suspended for Week 12 after allegedly spitting on or around Jalen Ramsey during Cincinnati's loss to Pittsburgh. Combined with their third straight defeat, Cincinnati's season appears to be collapsing despite Joe Burrow returning to practice. Chase Bro\wn has assumed lead back duties with Samaje Perine injured, handling 18 of 21 carries and seeing 8 targets in the loss.
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Each episode, I interview innovators in the healthcare industry to extract the strategies, tactics, tools, and/or routines they utilize to generate extraordinary, positive outcomes. We highlight and breakdown these bright spots so you can apply them at your organization. "See a bright spot .... and clone it!"

Scaling AI and Innovation with Tampa General's Chief Digital & Innovation Officer

Bright Spots in Healthcare

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- Vision-Driven Digital Transformation: Tampa General Hospital's digital strategy aligns with their vision to be "the safest, most innovative academic health system in America." This approach focuses on establishing consistent platforms across all assets, including the same electronic health record (Epic), phone system, and analytics system to ensure a unified experience for both providers and patients.

- Geographic Expansion and Integration: Tampa General has expanded beyond the Tampa Bay area to include hospitals up to 85 miles north along Florida's west coast and east to West Palm Beach. The consistent platform approach allows seamless integration of new acquisitions, typically getting them onto the unified system within 12-18 months of acquisition.

- Palantir Analytics Platform: Tampa General was among the first healthcare clients for Palantir, using their analytics platform to rewire their command center. Having all assets on the same platform enables data to flow seamlessly, creating insights for any part of the health system through this advanced analytics tool.

- Conversational AI Implementation: The hospital partnered with Hiro to implement "Amy," a digital host for their call center. Since September, Amy has handled over 100,000 calls, answering basic questions and providing information like directions and parking details. This has reduced call abandonment and significantly improved the work experience for human call center staff.

- Ambient Clinical Intelligence: As an early adopter of Microsoft's ambient technology for physicians and nurses, Tampa General has seen unexpected benefits beyond documentation relief. Physician attrition has decreased, with many doctors delaying retirement plans now that documentation burdens have been reduced, subsequently lowering recruiting costs.

- Partnership vs. Vendor Approach: Scott Arnold emphasizes developing win-win partnerships rather than transactional vendor relationships. This includes building CEO-to-CEO relationships with companies like GE, Philips, and Microsoft. This trust-based approach reduces negotiation time and administrative costs for both parties.

- Learning from Outside Healthcare: Arnold draws inspiration from companies like Apple, aiming to create a seamless ecosystem at Tampa General that's so user-friendly everyone wants to use it. He values learning from entrepreneurs with innovative ideas while adapting concepts from consumer technology to healthcare.
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There’s more news and less comprehension today than any historical period that didn’t involve literal witch trials, and trying to stay on top of it all can feel like playing a game of telephone with 30 people, except everyone’s speaking at the same time and like a third of them are openly racist for some reason. From Cracked co-founder Jack O’Brien, THE DAILY ZEITGEIST is stepping into that fray with some of the funniest and smartest comedic and journalistic minds around. Jack and co-host Miles Gray spend up to an hour every weekday sorting through the events and stories driving the headlines, to help you find the signal in the noise, with a few laughs thrown in for free.

Trendflix House 11/18: CloudFlare, Cranky Trump, Epstein Files, 'Tariff Dividend', Andrew Tate/DHS

The Daily Zeitgeist

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CloudFlare Outage Causes Internet Chaos: A major outage from CloudFlare, one of the largest providers of Internet services for websites, caused significant disruptions across the web. Around 1,332 of the 10,000 most popular websites globally were affected, including Spotify, OpenAI, Uber, and Grindr. CloudFlare attributed the issue to "an unusual spike in traffic" to one of their services.

Trump's Hostile Response to Reporter's Question: During an interview aboard Air Force One, Trump responded with hostility to a Bloomberg reporter who asked about the Epstein files, saying "quiet, quiet, piggy." This uncharacteristically visceral response comes as Trump faces mounting scrutiny regarding his past connections to Jeffrey Epstein and reflects his increasing irritability under pressure.

Trump's "Tariff Dividend" Proposal: Trump announced plans to send $2,000 checks to individuals making under $100,000, describing it as a "tariff dividend." Analysis from Yale estimates this would cost approximately $450 billion, while projected tariff revenue is only about $420 billion. The proposal appears to be an attempt to address affordability concerns without making systemic economic changes.

Epstein Files Vote in Congress: The House voted nearly unanimously to release FBI files on Jeffrey Epstein, which reportedly contain over 300 gigabytes of information. However, the legislation includes language allowing redaction of "unclassified documents," essentially giving officials like Attorney General Pam Bondi significant discretion over what information becomes public.

Trump Administration's Intervention for Andrew Tate: ProPublica reported that White House lawyer Paul Ingrassia (who previously represented the Tate brothers) intervened when Andrew Tate and his brother were detained upon entering the US. Ingrassia personally sent a letter to senior DHS officials claiming that seizing their electronic devices "was not a good use of the department's time or resources" and stated the request came directly from the White House.

AI Profitability Concerns: Reporting from Ed Zitron reveals that companies like OpenAI are struggling with the high costs of operating AI services, with no clear path to profitability. Google CEO Sundar Pichai has acknowledged the possibility of an AI bubble bursting, suggesting that major companies investing heavily in AI technology may be facing financial challenges.
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Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft keep Melbourne informed and entertained with their razor sharp wit and humour every morning on 3AW Breakfast, 5.30am-8.30am. The daily podcast and best segments from their program are uploaded right here.

'The best 20 seconds of advertising produced in the history of advertising'

3AW Breakfast with Ross and Russel

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IKEA's "Wherever Life Goes" Campaign: The hosts analyze IKEA's new campaign featuring minimalist 20-second ads that show intimate life moments (like a couple's first kiss) followed by an IKEA product name and price. Russ describes it as "the best 20 seconds of television advertising ever produced" because it effectively connects emotional life moments with IKEA products, blending brand building with retail advertising.

Breaking Down Advertising Fundamentals: The conversation explores how good retail advertising doesn't need to be separate from brand advertising, contrary to traditional agency thinking. The hosts discuss how the IKEA ads use music, typeface, and timing perfectly to create an emotional connection while still driving sales, challenging the old notion that retail advertising is "the dirty end" of the business.

Reuters' First Brand Campaign in 175 Years: Reuters has launched a campaign with the tagline "Straight from the Source," using the metaphor of contaminated water becoming clear to represent how Reuters provides pure, reliable news in an era of misinformation. The first half uses AI-generated footage of contaminated water, transitioning to real footage of Reuters journalists.

Friend AI's Controversial NYC Subway Campaign: The hosts discuss a $1 million out-of-home campaign for Friend AI, a $129 wearable pendant that listens to conversations and texts users as an AI companion. The campaign, featuring stark black text on white backgrounds in NYC subways, was deliberately provocative and was heavily vandalized with anti-AI messages, which the founder claimed was "the point."

Heineken's Tactical Response to Friend AI: Heineken cleverly responded to the Friend AI controversy with a parody ad showing the pendant engraved with a bottle opener and the copy "The best way to make a friend is over a beer." The hosts praise Heineken's consistent brand proposition around socializing and its ability to move quickly with tactical advertising that aligns with their core message.

The Value of "One-to-One Outdoor" Advertising: The discussion highlights the undervalued nature of intimate outdoor advertising spaces like subway stations and elevators, which the hosts argue are dramatically underpriced compared to large digital billboards. These spaces offer a more personal connection with viewers at a fraction of the cost.

The Evolution of Brand vs. Retail Advertising: The hosts challenge the traditional advertising industry notion that brand and retail advertising should be separate, referencing historical examples like Sainsbury's and Tesco campaigns from the late 80s/early 90s that successfully merged the two approaches.

Marketing Boldness During Financial Struggles: The conversation touches on how entrepreneurs like Friend AI's founder and the creators of Seek job platform were willing to invest heavily in advertising even when losing money, recognizing that brand building was essential to long-term success.
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Helping you live the live you life you choose on your terms. Living Free in Tennessee chronicles how we build our homestead, develop independence, plan and manage time and grow and preserve food sustainably - from a woman's point of view.

Episode 1099- The Power of Showing Up Nervous

Living Free in Tennessee - Nicole Sauce

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- The Power of Showing Up Nervous: Nicole explores the importance of fearlessness in pursuing your dreams and taking action despite feeling nervous. She emphasizes that courage isn't the absence of fear, but rather the willingness to take action despite it. This principle applies to both homesteading endeavors and standing up for community issues.

- Farm-to-Table Dinner After-Action Report: Nicole recently hosted her first farm-to-table dinner event, analyzing what worked and what didn't. The dinner featured locally sourced food prepared by Chef Brett and included a wild edible walk. Though financially it only yielded $155 profit (about $3/hour of work), it provided valuable learning experiences and community connections.

- Improving Future Dinner Events: Nicole identified several improvements for future events, including better ticket marketing strategies, adjusting timing around sunset, upgrading kitchen equipment at Basecamp Lodge, creating a better check-in system, and establishing clearer drink stations. She's planning to host quarterly farm-to-table dinners in 2026.

- The Homestead Revenue Stack: Nicole applied her "homestead revenue stack" framework to analyze the dinner's financial viability, exploring ways to improve profitability through increased attendance, higher pricing, sponsorships, or additional revenue streams like cooking classes, recipe subscriptions, and product upsells.

- Standing Up for Local Issues: Nicole shared her experience speaking at a county meeting regarding zoning and building code regulations. Despite feeling nervous and emotional during her testimony, she recognized that showing vulnerability actually made her message more powerful because it demonstrated how much she cared about preserving rural living freedoms.

- November Pantry Challenge: Nicole is participating in a pantry challenge with Dawn Gorham, living primarily from stored food throughout November. She mentioned using her frozen broccoli reserves as a "rip cord" for a quick meal and is preparing for the arrival of a whole cow later in the month.

- Basecamp Lodge Transition: Nicole is transitioning Basecamp Lodge from monthly rentals to a venue for classes, events, and occasional campers. She's booking events for 2026 and considering temporary bedroom rentals during slower winter months.

- Upcoming LFTN Christmas Reception: Nicole announced the annual LFTN Christmas Reception on December 20th at the Holler Homestead, featuring a lamb roast and potluck-style sharing. Attendees are encouraged to bring handmade ornaments created from items found around their homesteads.

- Call to Action for Courage: Nicole challenges listeners to take one small step toward their goals, audit their side hustles honestly, and have the courage to address difficult conversations. She emphasizes that passion is more powerful than silence, especially in matters that affect your community and way of life.

- Future Members Webinar: Nicole announced an upcoming December 9th webinar for LFTN members titled "So You Bought a Whole Pig, Huh?" focusing on how to handle cut sheets and processing decisions when purchasing whole animals.
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Short, thoughtful and regular takes on recent events in the markets from a variety of perspectives and voices within Morgan Stanley.

2026 Global Outlook: A Strong Year for Risk Assets

Thoughts on the Market

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- Strong Outlook for Risk Assets in 2026: 2026 is expected to be favorable for risk assets due to an unusually pro-cyclical policy mix that supports earnings. This environment will shift market focus from global macro concerns to more micro, asset-specific narratives, particularly those related to AI capital expenditure investments.

- U.S. Equity Outperformance: A high conviction call is that U.S. equities will outperform other regional equities. The S&P 500 has a price target of 7,800, significantly higher than expected returns from other regions, making U.S. assets the preferred investment.

- High-Yield Corporate Credit Opportunity: High-yield corporate bonds are expected to perform well, benefiting from monetary deregulation policies. Additionally, as investment grade issuance increases to fund AI-related capital expenditures, the high-yield market will be more insulated, leading to outperformance versus higher quality corporate bonds.

- Treasury Curve Steepening: Another high conviction view is that the U.S. Treasury curve will steepen materially over the next year. While back-end yields are expected to remain mostly range-bound, steepening will be driven by changes in the two-year point as markets may be underpricing future Fed easing and growth slowdown risks.

- Key Market Risks: Major risks include: (1) an abrupt end to the AI investment cycle, which could pressure U.S. equities but potentially benefit investment grade credit; (2) animal spirits running too hot, which would invalidate the allocation tilt toward cyclicals; and (3) the Federal Reserve either not easing further or changing its reaction function, affecting the front end of the yield curve.

- Federal Reserve Outlook: While there will likely be a new Fed chair in June 2026, significant policy changes are considered unlikely in the near term as Chair Powell remains in charge until May, and the FOMC operates as a committee with limited personnel turnover expected in the second half of the year.

- Dollar Expected to Continue Weakening: Despite debate about whether the dollar's depreciation has stabilized, it's expected to continue trending downward through mid-2026, particularly if softer U.S. economic data materializes in the first half of the year.
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Two men who’ve been at the heart of the political world - former Downing Street Director of Communications and Strategy Alastair Campbell and cabinet minister Rory Stewart - join forces from across the political divide. The Rest Is Politics lifts the lid on the secrets of Westminster, offering an insider’s view on politics at home and abroad, while bringing back the lost art of disagreeing agreeably.

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469. Is Starmer Out of Moves? Asylum Gamble, Tax Chaos, and Open Infighting

The Rest Is Politics

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- Labour's Public Opinion Crisis: During their recent UK tour, Rory and Alastair found audiences highly critical of the Labour government. In polls conducted during their shows, very few attendees thought Keir Starmer should lead Labour into the next election, with audiences in Manchester showing strong support for Andy Burnham instead. When asked to choose between Starmer or Farage as potential future leaders, audiences were split nearly 52-48 in favor of Starmer - a worryingly close margin for Labour.

- The Tax Manifesto Dilemma: The podcast discusses Labour's recent "hokey cokey" on tax policy, with the government seemingly backing away from raising income tax despite having previously hinted at it. Surprisingly, when polled at their shows, very few audience members were concerned about Labour potentially breaking manifesto commitments on taxation. Instead of pursuing a clear strategy on major taxes, the government appears to be pursuing smaller tax measures, which the hosts argue may be politically damaging without raising sufficient revenue.

- Shabana Mahmood's Asylum Reforms: The Home Secretary has announced significant reforms to the UK asylum system, making conditions tougher for asylum seekers with temporary status that must be reviewed every 2.5 years and taking up to 20 years to get settled status. While the government is comparing this to Denmark's approach, Rory argues these measures won't significantly reduce numbers without "safe third country returns" to France. The reforms have sparked controversy within Labour but may help address a key electoral vulnerability.

- Business Concerns About Labour: The hosts discuss growing concerns from business leaders and high-net-worth individuals about Labour's approach to taxation and the economy. Rory argues Labour is defaulting to its "comfort zone" of targeting businesses and wealth creators rather than adopting pro-market, pro-business policies. Alastair notes that business audiences laughed when asked to explain Labour's strategy for growth, indicating a serious perception problem.

- Farage and Reform UK: Despite Reform UK's rise in the polls, the hosts believe Nigel Farage is "utterly beatable" if Labour starts attacking him properly on his actual record, including his connections to Russia and support for Trump. They note how few people in their audiences knew about Reform UK's Nathan Gill pleading guilty to taking money from Russia, suggesting a failure of media scrutiny.

- The Rise of Christian Nationalism: The podcast examines the concerning rise of Christian nationalism in the United States, particularly the platforming of extremist Nick Fuentes by Tucker Carlson. This movement, which blends religious fundamentalism with white nationalism, is gaining influence within Republican circles. Rod Dreher reportedly found that 30-40% of Republican staffers in Washington are now listening to Fuentes, despite his openly racist, antisemitic, and misogynistic views.

- America's Fascist Turn: When asked if the US is witnessing the birth of fascism, over 70% of their live show audiences agreed. Using Umberto Eco's definition of fascism, the hosts argue Trump exhibits many classic fascist characteristics: cult of tradition, rejection of modernism, portraying disagreement as treason, obsession with plots, and contempt for the weak. They compare this to the rise of Tommy Robinson in the UK, warning against the normalization of extremist figures.

- Media Discipline in Downing Street: Alastair criticizes the current lack of message discipline in Downing Street, with too many staff conducting unauthorized briefings to journalists. He argues this must stop if the government hopes to regain control of its narrative.

- Labour Leadership Questions: Despite poor poll numbers (Starmer's popularity at minus 52), changing Labour's leader would be difficult due to party rules that make leadership changes harder than in the Conservative Party. The hosts also note that even if Starmer were replaced, there's no guarantee a more centrist candidate like Wes Streeting would win a leadership contest.

- The Global Refugee Challenge: The podcast discusses how refugee and immigration issues are driving populism worldwide. Rory advocates for a global refugee coalition where countries would agree to take a small percentage of their population annually as refugees through formal channels while refusing those who arrive by irregular means. However, Alastair questions whether such international cooperation is possible in an era of rising nationalism.
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The Israel Daily News Podcast is an energetic roundup of the top 5 news stories coming out of Israel. Each story is delivered by renowned Journalist Shanna Fuld, who makes the news easy to understand and fun to listen to. Shows end with a song from an up-and-coming Israeli artist. On Thursdays, there's an added exclusive report. Plus! You might even have a laugh at some of her quips from the streets of Tel Aviv.
The Israel Daily News Podcast is an independently run, non-affiliated show.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams in Tel Aviv & Israel Daily News Tues. Nov 18, 2025

Israel Daily News Podcast 

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- Terror Attack at Gush Etzion Junction: A terror attack occurred at the Gush Etzion junction on Tuesday, leaving one person dead and four injured. The attack was carried out by two individuals who rammed into pedestrians before one attempted to stab victims. Security forces discovered pipe bombs in the attackers' vehicle and neutralized both attackers at the scene.

- Body of Joshua Loytu Molel Returned to Tanzania: A farewell ceremony was held at Ben Gurion Airport for Joshua Loytu Molel, a Tanzanian agricultural student who was taken hostage during the October 7 attack and later killed by Hamas. His body was returned to Tanzania after 761 days in Gaza. A friend of Molel, Ahmadi Salum, shared their last conversation on October 6 and expressed gratitude that his friend's remains were finally recovered, allowing his soul to rest in peace.

- Body of Manny Goddard Returned to Israel: The remains of 73-year-old Manny Goddard were returned to Israel and laid to rest on Monday, more than two years after Islamic Jihad terrorists abducted him from Kibbutz Be'eri. His wife Ayelet was also killed in the October 7 attack. Israel continues to push for the return of remaining slain hostages.

- Commission to Investigate October 7 Failures: The Israeli government is establishing a commission to examine the failures that enabled Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack. Rather than a state commission of inquiry, cabinet ministers will determine its scope and timeline. Prime Minister Netanyahu will appoint a ministerial team to define the commission's mandate within 45 days, drawing criticism from opposition leaders who argue only a state commission can offer true independence.

- Record Settler Violence in the West Bank: October 2025 saw the highest number of settler attacks since data tracking began in 2006. Incidents included setting fire to a mosque in two villages, attacking a Palestinian village and industrial zone, damaging olive trees, and animal abuse. Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned the violence, describing the perpetrators as an extremist minority not representative of law-abiding settlers.

- F-35 Jets Sale to Saudi Arabia Confirmed: US President Donald Trump confirmed the sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia following a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The Israeli Air Force opposes the deal, concerned it could undermine Israel's air superiority in the region. US intelligence and defense officials have also expressed concerns about the potential impact on Israel's military dominance.

- NYC Mayor Eric Adams in Tel Aviv: New York City Mayor Eric Adams delivered an emotional talk at a private reception in Tel Aviv, discussing his personal challenges, rising global antisemitism, and his support for Israel. Adams criticized anti-Israel activism and what he called a "growing comfort with antisemitism" on college campuses. He spoke about his deep connection with the Jewish community throughout his political career, referring to himself not just as a mayor but as "your brother."
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EZRA LEVANT | Are radical activists erasing Canada's identity?

Rebel News Podcast

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- Controversy Over Canadian National Anthem Incident: A Toronto police officer turned off a PA system playing the Canadian national anthem during a Palestinian flag-raising event at Toronto City Hall. This incident highlights tensions between traditional Canadian patriotism and newer multicultural influences in the city.

- Replacing Historical Figures on Currency: The podcast discusses the removal of Sir John A. MacDonald, Canada's first Prime Minister, from the $10 bill and his replacement with Viola Desmond. The host argues this represents an effort to "deracinate" Canada and erase its founding history, suggesting Desmond's accomplishments don't match MacDonald's historical importance.

- Rewriting Canadian History: According to the host, there's a systematic attempt to remove traditional Canadian historical figures and symbols, including tearing down statues of Sir John A. MacDonald and Queen Victoria. He cites the Manitoba government's plan to replace a Queen Victoria statue with one of a bison mother and calf as evidence of this trend.

- "Nudge Unit" Government Manipulation: The podcast reveals the existence of Canada's "Impact and Innovation Unit," a government organization that allegedly uses behavioral psychology techniques to influence public behavior and opinion. According to John Carpay from the Justice Center for Constitutional Freedoms, this unit has spent over $725 million since 2017 on projects aimed at influencing Canadians' behavior.

- COVID-19 Psychological Manipulation: The podcast claims the government used psychological techniques to promote COVID-19 vaccines, specifically crafting messages to reduce public anxiety about adverse events following vaccination, rather than providing objective information about potential risks.

- Recommendations for Transparency: The Justice Center report recommends parliamentary oversight of behavioral science use in government, public disclosure of behavioral research conducted with taxpayer funds, and independent ethical review of behavioral interventions affecting public opinion or individual autonomy.

- Cross-Political Opposition to Surveillance: Despite political divisions, there appears to be broad opposition across the political spectrum to government surveillance measures, as evidenced by widespread criticism of Bill C-2 (the "Strong Borders Act"), which included provisions for warrantless searches of computers and cell phones.
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The Ringer NBA squad provides the insight, reporting, and analysis that you need in your life right here on The Ringer NBA Show. On Mondays and Thursdays, check out 'Group Chat' with Justin Verrier, Wosny Lambre and Rob Mahoney. Tap in on Tuesdays and Fridays for 'Real Ones' with Logan Murdock, Raja Bell and Howard Beck.

Wemby's Injury Woes. Plus, the Pistons Are Beasts of the East.

The Ringer NBA Show

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• Victor Wembanyama's Injury Concern: Wembanyama will miss 2-3 weeks with a calf strain, which is particularly concerning as calf injuries are often more serious than initially estimated. The hosts discuss how such injuries can lead to Achilles issues if not properly managed, highlighting a broader issue of increasing injuries across the league potentially related to the faster pace of modern basketball and players accumulating mileage from youth basketball through the professional level.

• NBA's Grueling Schedule and Injury Crisis: The podcast highlights an alarming number of significant injuries across the NBA this season, with Howard Beck listing dozens of star players who have missed time. The hosts debate how capitalism often trumps player health considerations, with leagues consistently prioritizing more games and revenue over reducing the 82-game schedule to a more sustainable number (around 60-65 games).

• Detroit Pistons' Impressive Rise: The Pistons have won 10 straight games and stand at 12-2, first in the Eastern Conference. Their success stems from elite defense (third-best in the NBA), physical play, and an impressive mix of young talent and veterans. Jalen Duren's development (31 points, 15 rebounds in a recent game) alongside Cade Cunningham has been crucial, with the team showing remarkable depth while missing several key players.

• Pistons' Identity and Culture: Raja Bell emphasizes that Detroit has established a tough, physical identity that perfectly represents their city. Their style features dominance in the paint and aggressive defense, making them a difficult matchup. The hosts discuss how the team's collective chip on their shoulder—from coach J.B. Bickerstaff to players who have been doubted—contributes to their success.

• Player-Fan Interactions: The hosts analyze an incident between Draymond Green and a fan in New Orleans, where Green confronted a fan who compared him to Angel Reese. While the fan's comment wasn't particularly offensive, the hosts discuss how fans sometimes seek reactions from players to get their moment of fame, and how players sometimes struggle with where to draw boundaries in these interactions.

• New Orleans Pelicans' Organizational Issues: The firing of coach Willie Green highlights deeper problems with the Pelicans organization. The hosts criticize the franchise for its poor management, noting the team has had only four winning seasons in 13 years under the Benson ownership. They also discuss how the Pelicans are treated as second-class citizens compared to the Saints (both owned by the same group).

• Future Challenges for the NBA: The hosts identify several major issues facing the league: player health and injury prevention, game accessibility for fans (with increasing ticket prices and complicated streaming arrangements), and the growing influence of gambling on the sport and its younger audience.
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