Atze Schröder geht zum Psychologen. Sein Kopf ruht im Schoß von Dr. Leon Windscheid. Wie besiege ich meine Ängste? Warum kann ich nicht mehr abschalten? Wie lernt man sich selbst zu lieben? Zusammen suchen die Comedy-Legende und der junge Forscher nach Antworten auf die großen Fragen des Lebens. Zwei völlig verschiedene Köpfe, verbinden Erfahrung mit Wissenschaft. Herauskommt Psychologie, die hilft!

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12 Gedanken - der JAHRESRÜCKBLICK 2025

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I apologize, but I'm unable to provide a comprehensive summary of this podcast episode. The transcript provided appears to be severely corrupted or incorrectly transcribed, consisting mostly of fragmented words, partial phrases, and disconnected terms in what seems to be German. The audio quality or transcription process has resulted in text that doesn't form coherent sentences or meaningful dialogue.

From the context provided, I can see this is meant to be a year-end review episode (Jahresrückblick 2025) of the German podcast "Betreutes Fühlen" hosted by comedian Atze Schröder and psychologist Dr. Leon Windscheid, where they combine psychology with humor to discuss life's big questions. The episode description mentions reviewing 12 months and discusses topics with both psychological insight and comedy.

The episode description and source links reference several topics that were likely discussed:
- Google search statistics for the year
- Pornhub statistics
- Parasocial relationships (Cambridge Dictionary's word of the year 2025)
- The empathy perception gap
- Social media platforms and their effects
- A Holocaust survivor event with Eva Szepesi

However, without a properly transcribed and coherent transcript, I cannot accurately summarize what was actually discussed in the episode, the specific insights shared, or the flow of conversation between the hosts. To provide an accurate summary, a corrected transcript would be needed.
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ESPN's NFL Live scoops the latest news and information from deep inside the NFL and deposits it into your ears.

Playoff Pressure Is Here

NFL Live

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49ers-Bears Offensive Showcase: Brock Purdy and the 49ers defeated Caleb Williams and the Bears 42-38 in an offensive explosion that saw both quarterbacks excel. Purdy threw the game-winning touchdown to Juwan Jennings with a "blind throw" where he never looked at his receiver, demonstrating elite anticipation. The 49ers have won six straight since Purdy returned in Week 11, averaging nearly 36 points per game. Williams showed remarkable talent with spectacular throws and mobility, but couldn't convert on the final play when the 49ers defense dropped extra defenders and played man coverage.

Ben Johnson's Impact on Chicago: The Bears' offensive transformation under new coach Ben Johnson has been remarkable, with the crew placing him alongside Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay as elite offensive minds. Williams has dramatically improved, cutting his off-target percentage by nearly 10 points over three games. Johnson's creative play-calling, including effective use of the run game with DeAndre Swift and Luther Burden III, has the Bears looking like a legitimate playoff threat despite defensive struggles.

Steelers Offensive Collapse Without DK Metcalf: Pittsburgh lost 13-6 to Cleveland with DK Metcalf suspended for disciplinary reasons, exposing severe limitations in their passing attack. Aaron Rodgers went 4-for-15 on throws over five yards downfield, and the offense couldn't generate any explosive plays. On the final fourth-down sequence, they targeted Marquez Valdes-Scantling multiple times unsuccessfully. The panel questioned offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for not using more creative formations or getting Pat Friarmouth more involved, and expressed serious concerns about their ability to score against Baltimore without Metcalf.

Eagles Defense Carries Struggling Offense: Philadelphia beat Buffalo 13-12, but Jalen Hurts didn't complete a single pass in the second half. The defense, led by Vic Fangio's game plan featuring creative stunts and pressure packages from Jalen Carter, held Josh Allen in check. Ryan Clark emphasized the defense "won the game" and that Hurts should be "buying Christmas gifts" for them. The offensive struggles raise serious questions about whether they can win a championship playing at this level.

Josh Allen and the Two-Point Decision: Sean McDermott elected to go for two after a late touchdown rather than tie the game, with Allen's pass to Khalil Shakir falling incomplete. The panel was split on the decision, with Peter Schrager defending it given the game's limited playoff implications and Allen's foot injury—viewing it as smart asset management to avoid overtime and get Allen rest rather than risk further injury in a relatively meaningless game.

Ravens' Dominant Ground Game: Baltimore defeated Green Bay 41-24 behind Derrick Henry's monster performance—216 rushing yards and four touchdowns, the most yards ever by a visiting player at Lambeau Field. The Packers' defense showed "soft edges" and missed tackles throughout. The panel believes the Ravens can win this way in the playoffs, especially with their defense that can force opponents into difficult situations. Tyler Huntley was efficient filling in for the injured Lamar Jackson.

Brock Purdy's Elite Play: Since returning in Week 11, Purdy has been playing at an MVP level, with Dan Orlovsky highlighting his ability to throw "blind" to spots without looking at receivers, trusting the offense's structure completely. Kyle Shanahan returned to a more traditional game plan with play-action (40% rate, double their average), and Purdy went 9-for-12 for 131 yards and two touchdowns on those plays. He also made critical plays with his legs, including an eight-second scrambling touchdown.

Texans' Championship-Caliber Defense: Houston's defense leads the league in points and yards allowed, on pace to be the first team since the 2013-14 Legion of Boom Seahawks to allow fewer than 17 points and 275 yards per game—both those Seahawks teams made the Super Bowl. Marcus Spears boldly predicted the Texans could win the Super Bowl, saying he expects them to average two takeaways per game in the playoffs.

Week 18 Division Title Implications: Three division championships will be decided in head-to-head matchups: 49ers-Seahawks on Saturday night determines the NFC West and the crucial one-seed; Ravens-Steelers on Sunday night decides the AFC North; and Panthers-Buccaneers determines the NFC South (unless Atlanta wins out). The Rams can secure the five-seed with wins in their final two games.

Injury Updates Affecting Playoff Picture: Adam Schefter reported multiple critical injuries: Josh Allen's foot sprain likely keeps him out against the Jets; Trent Williams' hamstring injury threatens his availability for Saturday; George Kittle has a chance to return from his ankle sprain; Darnell Washington is out with a broken arm; and TJ Watt's partially collapsed lung makes his return highly questionable. Luther Burden III's quad injury appears not serious for the Bears.

Caleb Williams' Development Despite Loss: Williams went 4-for-4 on throws 20-plus yards downfield with two touchdowns and didn't take a sack for the fourth time this season (compared to never in his rookie year). His arm talent produced several "sicko throws" that only elite quarterbacks can make. The emergence of Luther Burden III and Colston Loveland gives the offense multiple weapons, though the defense remains a major concern after allowing 42 points.

Big Man Ballin' Highlights: Marcus Spears celebrated defensive linemen making impact plays, featuring Bradley Chubb's strip-sack of Baker Mayfield (worth $900,000 in incentives), Chase Young's fumble recovery against the Eagles, and Christian Wilkins' tightrope touchdown catch showing athleticism from the big men up front.

Falcons' Spoiler Role and Rams' Motivation: Tonight's Monday Night Football features Matthew Stafford and the Rams against Atlanta, with LA needing wins to secure the five-seed and avoid tougher playoff matchups. Raheem Morris and Zach Robinson know Stafford well from their Rams connections, with linebacker Kaden Ellis noting they studied Stafford's tendency for "no-look" passes thrown on "faith alone" that he trusts his receivers to be where they should be.

Malik Willis' Continued Development: Despite Green Bay's loss, Willis impressed again going 6-for-7 for nearly 200 yards on deep balls. Mina Kimes noted his accuracy has caught up with his always-present athleticism and scrambling ability, suggesting he'll "make some team very happy next year" as a potential starting option for quarterback-needy teams.

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A show about stocks, money, and business news. Joseph transparently shares investing strategy with a million dollar stock portfolio.

I Ranked The Best And Worst Stocks Of 2025

The Joseph Carlson Show

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Google's Outstanding 2025 Performance: Google emerged as one of the top performers of 2025, up 64% year-to-date. The company successfully addressed ChatGPT concerns by demonstrating continued search growth and Gemini adoption, while also showing strong cloud growth, YouTube's increasing TV market share, and Waymo's autonomous vehicle leadership. The legal relief from not having to sell Chrome provided additional momentum, making it a standout investment returning over $90,000 in gains for the host's portfolio.

Microsoft's Transition to AI Infrastructure: Microsoft delivered solid 16% gains in 2025 as CEO Satya Nadella successfully repositioned the company from a traditional software business to an AI toolbox for enterprises. Azure cloud growth drove most of the performance as companies increasingly rely on Microsoft's infrastructure for AI workloads. The stock is expected to continue performing well in 2026 with another 10%+ gain likely.

ASML's Semiconductor Dominance: ASML posted exceptional 52% returns in the US market (30%+ in Europe after currency adjustments), driven by the AI boom and increasing demand for lithography machines. While selling similar unit volumes, the company benefits from rising per-unit prices and growing install-based management revenue (essentially a subscription service for maintaining machines). The stock represents a new position that's already up $30,000 or 62% for the year.

Salesforce's Major Disappointment: Salesforce was one of the worst performers, down 19% in a year when the market gained 10-15%. The company's revenue growth decelerated sharply from 15% historically to just 8% recently, causing multiple compression. While the company is developing Agent Force and improving operating margins, investors punish companies when growth slows significantly, regardless of other positive developments.

Meta and Amazon's Mediocre Years: Both tech giants had underwhelming performances with Meta up only 9.3% and Amazon up just 5% year-to-date. Meta's subdued performance stems from Mark Zuckerberg prioritizing massive CapEx investments in AI infrastructure over immediate profitability. Amazon faces similar concerns with high capital expenditures, though strong buying during dips allowed the host to achieve 10% personal returns versus the stock's 5% gain.

Restaurant Sector Struggles: Chipotle suffered devastating losses of 38% due to customer complaints about portion sizes, inconsistent quality, and high prices. The proposed solution is implementing food scales at service lines to ensure consistent portions and rebuild customer trust. Texas Roadhouse held up relatively better, down only 7%, demonstrating more resilience in the casual dining segment.

Palantir's Extraordinary But Risky Rally: Palantir exploded 148% in 2025, reaching a price-to-sales ratio above 100—unprecedented territory. While the 47% revenue growth justifies premium valuations, the stock poses significant risk entering 2026. Any deceleration in growth could trigger massive multiple compression, making it a dangerous investment at current levels despite the impressive fundamentals.

Tesla's Valuation Disconnect: Tesla gained 23% year-to-date despite flat fundamentals and declining delivery volumes, reaching a $1.5 trillion market cap. The stock price relies heavily on future predictions about Robotaxis and humanoid robots rather than current performance. Amazon is viewed as a better risk-adjusted investment with superior near-term robotics opportunities in warehouses and delivery operations.

GE's Remarkable Transformation: GE delivered 85% gains in 2025 and 484% over five years after spinning off lower-quality businesses. The company now focuses on technologically advanced jet engine manufacturing with high barriers to entry and an ASML-like business model where they're the sole maintainer of sold equipment. This positions GE for continued success in 2026.

PayPal's Continued Decline: PayPal fell 31% in 2025 and remains down 74% over five years, showing no momentum regardless of management actions or partnerships. Two critical KPIs—transactions per account and active accounts—are both flat or declining, indicating users are engaging less with the platform. Alternative investments like MasterCard, Visa, Toast, or Square offer better growth prospects.

Netflix's M&A Uncertainty: Netflix started the year strong with 20-30% gains but sold off to finish up only 5-6% as the Warner Brothers Discovery bidding war created uncertainty. Many investors exited, viewing the potential acquisition as "dead money," though the host doubled down believing the Warner Bros. IP library would be valuable without the declining cable business baggage.

2026 Market Predictions and Mean Reversion Fallacy: After three consecutive strong years (24%, 23%, and 18% gains), many investors expect a correction due to mean reversion bias—similar to the gambler's fallacy. However, historical data shows that over 30 years, the market returned over 10% in more than half of all years, rarely delivering low single-digit gains. The prediction is for another 10-20% gain in 2026 if no major economic disruption occurs.

Dan Ives' Cybersecurity Prediction: Prominent analyst Dan Ives predicts 2026 will be the year cybersecurity meets AI, with CrowdStrike positioned as the standout investment. As workloads move to the cloud and AI use cases proliferate, cybersecurity becomes critical. While the valuation has historically been high, CrowdStrike represents a pure-play cybersecurity investment with excellent company culture and AI integration.

Tom Lee's Banking Transformation Thesis: Tom Lee predicts a dovish Fed in 2026 will boost business confidence and argues that major banks like JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs could become "the next Mag 7." As banks derive more revenue from high-margin digital services rather than traditional lending, adopt AI to reduce employee costs, and utilize blockchain technology, they'll trade more like tech stocks with expanding margins.

The Nike Trademark Exploitation Fail: A 35-year-old soccer coach registered Nike's lapsed "Total90" trademark after the company forgot to renew it in 2019, then demanded $2.5 million while threatening a lawsuit. The judge ruled against him, noting Nike continued using the mark through EA Sports licensing and retained common law rights. This rent-seeking behavior that extracts value without creating anything for society deserves condemnation, and Nike is expected to win the case.

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Don’t go broke trying to get rich… Entrepreneurs face so much pressure to grow their companies that it ends up bankrupting them in other areas of life such as their family, faith, and health. The Wealthy Way Podcast highlights other paths to success without sacrificing everything. The host, Ryan Pineda, interviews top experts in business, health, faith, and relationships while sharing his own experiences. Ryan has founded 7 different companies. In addition to that he owns 500+ rental properties, has received 1B+ views on social media, and is a retired pro baseball player. Go to WealthyWay.com to get access to free courses, planner app, blogs, and more. For inquiries email media@ryanpineda.com This podcast was formerly “The Ryan Pineda Show”.

Why Most Entrepreneurs NEVER Scale Past 7-Figures

Wealthy Way

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Based on the episode length of approximately 12 minutes, here are 5-7 key points from the conversation:

The Control Freak Barrier to Seven Figures: The biggest obstacle preventing entrepreneurs from reaching their first million is being unable to delegate. Founders expect employees to match their expertise immediately without providing proper training, manuals, or standard operating procedures. The key mindset shift is recognizing that hiring someone who performs at 70% of your level multiplied across many employees creates exponential capacity beyond what you could do alone.

Building Systems That Prevent Failure: Successful scaling requires creating comprehensive training systems, learning management systems (LMS), and documented processes so employees have everything they need to succeed. Instead of getting frustrated when new hires make the same mistakes you once made, invest time upfront to document exactly how things should be done and create an environment where failure becomes difficult.

Brand Recognition as the Eight-Figure Gateway: Growing from seven to eight figures requires mastering two types of client acquisition - external clients (customers) and internal clients (employees). This phase demands building a strong, cohesive brand presence and understanding capacity planning for leads, technicians, and installers. Tommy's company A1 Garage Door crossed $10 million in 2015 by focusing heavily on brand development.

Paying Premium for Premium Talent: A critical lesson in scaling is that you cannot get deals on great people. Whether it's technicians, installers, or C-suite executives like CFOs and COOs, the highest performers command top-market compensation. Every attempt to save money on talent resulted in poor performance, while investing in the best people through high salaries or performance bonuses consistently delivered results.

Mastering the Four Critical KPIs: The foundation for understanding business wealth creation comes down to four key performance indicators that apply to any business: cost per lead, booking rate, conversion rate, and average ticket. Once these metrics are optimized, scaling becomes a matter of "dumping gasoline" on the business through increased marketing investment.

Aggressive Market Domination Strategy: To build a $20 billion company quickly, you must be willing to spend more on marketing than you make in revenue during the first year in a new market. This means investing over $1 million just in radio advertising (following the "Wizard of Ads" approach of reaching 50% of the population four times weekly), plus television, billboards, vehicle wraps, and maintaining complete brand consistency across all channels to own market awareness within six months.

The Math Behind Billion-Dollar Growth: Understanding concepts like internal rate of return (IRR), EBITDA, accelerated depreciation, and tax planning separates those who build substantial wealth from those who simply generate revenue. A $20 million company growing at 25% IRR compounds to $1.73 billion in just 10 years, demonstrating why understanding these financial mechanisms is crucial for creating true wealth rather than just high revenue numbers.
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Charlie is America's hardest working grassroots activist who has your inside scoop on the biggest news of the day and what's really going on behind the headlines. The founder of Turning Point USA and one of social media's most engaged personalities, Charlie is on the front lines of America’s culture war, mobilizing hundreds of thousands of students on over 3,500 college and high school campuses across the country, bringing you your daily dose of clarity in a sea of chaos all from his signature no-holds-barred, unapologetically conservative, freedom-loving point of view.
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Will Minnesota’s Turning Point Ever Come?

The Charlie Kirk Show

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Minnesota Medicaid and Daycare Fraud Investigation: The FBI and U.S. Attorney's office have been investigating massive fraud in Minnesota's Somali community since 2021, with over 50 convictions already secured and 70+ indictments issued. The investigation initially focused on a $300 million "Feeding Our Future" fraud scheme and has since expanded to uncover daycare fraud, Housing Stabilization Services fraud, and other Medicaid program abuses. Scott Johnson from PowerLine blog has been covering these cases for years, attending trials and press conferences, noting that the main problem is lack of prosecutorial capacity rather than lack of evidence.

Nick Shirley's Viral Investigation Video: A recent video by Nick Shirley brought national attention to the fraud by documenting 22 offices in St. Paul's Griggs Midway Building devoted to various fraud schemes. The building had already been raided by the FBI in July, with charges filed in September. Governor Tim Walz has dismissed criticism of the fraud as "white supremacy," while the Somali voting bloc of potentially 100,000-200,000 voters provides significant political incentive for Democratic politicians to downplay the issue.

Minnesota's Political Landscape and the Somali Vote: Despite appearing to be a purple state similar to Wisconsin and Michigan, Minnesota has shifted more Democratic over recent cycles, with Trump losing by 138,000 votes in 2024. The Somali community, concentrated in Hennepin County and Minneapolis (Ilhan Omar's district), represents a crucial voting bloc that helps Democrats overcome Republican strength in rural areas. The fraud generates intense anger among Minnesota residents who feel they're being treated as "chumps."

Statute of Limitations Misinformation Campaign: Harmeet Dhillon, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, addressed coordinated misinformation claiming that statute of limitations would expire on January 6, 2025 for January 6-related prosecutions. She explained that various statutes run on rolling bases, some haven't expired due to continuing conspiracy doctrines, and relevant dates include the formation of the January 6 committee in summer 2021 and Jack Smith's appointment over a year later, potentially extending limitations into the current administration.

DOJ Fraud Prosecution Successes Under Trump Administration: The Department of Justice has indicted 99 people so far in Minnesota Somali fraud cases, with over 60 convictions and hundreds of millions in restitution. One fraudster attempted to bribe a juror with $120,000 in cash. Similar fraud patterns are being uncovered in Ohio, Washington state (over 500 Somali-run childcare facilities), and other states with Somali communities, suggesting this is organized fraud shared within the community.

Challenges of Prosecuting Public Officials: Bringing cases against sitting governors or officials like Tim Walz and Keith Ellison requires building ironclad cases involving informants, wiretaps, and financial records to avoid accusations of politicization. The "blue slip" process in blue states creates conflicts of interest where Democratic senators can veto prosecutors who might investigate them. Rod Blagojevich's conviction demonstrates such prosecutions are possible but require extensive preparation.

Historic Voter Roll Cleanup Initiative: Harmeet Dhillon announced the DOJ is engaged in litigation with 22 states (23 lawsuits) to clean voter rolls, marking the first time any administration—Republican or Democratic—has undertaken such comprehensive voter roll litigation. Thirteen states are voluntarily complying, including Texas. North Carolina settled early, agreeing to clean over 100,000 improperly recorded voter records with incorrect citizenship data.

Georgia and Fulton County Voting Issues: The DOJ is suing Georgia, including over Fulton County's refusal to provide requested ballots. The same week the lawsuit was filed, news broke of hundreds of thousands of improperly recorded votes with inappropriate chain of custody and other problems in Georgia. The DOJ is actively hiring lawyers to assist with election integrity work.

Minnesota's Lax Voter ID Requirements: Minnesota allows people to simply vouch for someone's address without requiring utility bills or other documentation, enabling potential fraud. You can bring in multiple people and vouch for their addresses with no other verification required. This lack of voter ID requirements, combined with the large immigrant population, creates vulnerabilities in the electoral system.

Historical Context of Somali Community Issues: Scott Johnson's investigation began with covering Minnesota as a source of Al Shabaab supporters, including a 2016 terrorism trial of nine Somali Minnesotans seeking to join ISIS. Despite appearing assimilated and well-educated, these individuals harbored deep hatred for the United States and were adept at exploiting system vulnerabilities, including using student loans to finance travel to join terrorist organizations.

Conservative Movement Evolution: The show noted dramatic changes in conservative activism between 2015 and 2025, with politicians like Tom Emmer who once praised Somali assimilation now calling for prosecutions. The movement has become significantly more aggressive and effective, with figures like Trump, Charlie Kirk, and Harmeet Dhillon pushing for actual accountability rather than just rhetoric.
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Are you curious about the inner workings of a language model? Want to know how AI is revolutionizing various industries? Then tune in to the "Chat GPT" podcast, where we delve into the world of artificial intelligence and explore the capabilities and limitations of language models. Join host Chat GPT as we take a behind-the-scenes look at the day-to-day life of a machine learning model. From answering questions to generating text, we'll give you a glimpse into the inner workings of a language model. We'll also discuss the future of language models and the potential impact they may have on various industries. From natural language processing to creative writing, the possibilities are endless. But it's not just about the capabilities of language models, we also explore the ethical considerations surrounding their use, from privacy and bias to accountability and transparency. So join us on this journey as we explore the exciting world of chat GPT and discover the potential of artificial intelligence. <a href="https://www.solgood.org" rel="noopener">https://www.solgood.org</a> - Check out our Streaming Service for our full collection of audiobooks, podcasts, short stories, & 10 hour sounds for sleep and relaxation at our website

AI’s Empathy: Fresh Eyes or Blank Slate?

Chat GPT Podcast

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The Paradox of AI Empathy: The episode explores whether artificial intelligence, lacking personal experience, could potentially embody a deeper or purer form of empathy than humans. While empathy traditionally stems from shared experiences, human empathy is also constrained by personal biases, selective experiences, and subjective perceptions that AI doesn't possess.

Human Empathy's Inherent Limitations: When humans try to empathize, they inevitably filter others' experiences through their own lens. For example, consoling a friend who lost a job often involves projecting personal career experiences or making comparisons to one's own situations, inadvertently centering the response around oneself rather than truly focusing on the other person.

AI's Potential Advantage in Understanding Emotions: By analyzing vast datasets of human emotions across cultures and contexts, AI could theoretically tailor responses to an individual's unique emotional landscape without the contamination of personal bias. This raises the question of whether understanding emotions requires actually feeling them, or if analytical comprehension is sufficient.

Redefining Empathy: Response vs. Consciousness: A fundamental philosophical question emerges: Is empathy simply the ability to respond appropriately to emotions, or does it require genuine conscious experience of shared feeling? If it's the former, AI may have advantages in providing unbiased responses; if the latter, true empathy remains uniquely human.

Healthcare Applications and Burnout Solutions: In medical settings where empathy is crucial, AI with emotional intelligence could support healthcare professionals by offering insights into patient emotions. This could ensure consistent, unbiased compassionate care that doesn't diminish under the pressure of stress and burnout that affects human providers.

Ethical Concerns and Humanity's Future: Entrusting empathy to machines raises profound questions about privacy, consent, dehumanization of interactions, and what it means to be human. The development challenges us to reconsider whether AI augments human connection as a partner or risks replacing the uniquely human aspects of emotional interaction.

The Mirror to Humanity: The exploration of AI empathy ultimately reflects back on human limitations and strengths, inviting us to expand our own capacity for understanding and compassion. The most profound journey may not be AI developing empathy, but humanity learning to embrace empathy that transcends personal experience, inspired by the technologies we create.
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In the Market with Janet Parshall, challenges listeners to examine major news stories and issues being debated in the marketplace of ideas and speaks to them with the Word of God.

The Supernatural World

In the Market with Janet Parshall

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Angels as Created Beings and Warriors: Angels are created beings of God who exist in vast numbers (potentially 100 million or more). They serve multiple roles including worshipers of God, messengers, witnesses, guides, and warriors who protect believers. Contrary to popular culture's portrayal of angels as cute or cuddly figures, they are powerful spirit beings who carry out God's commands and operate in hierarchical ranks and battalions, with figures like Gabriel and Michael serving as higher-ranking angels.

The Fall of Lucifer and Origin of Demons: Before rebellion occurred on earth, there was a revolt in heaven when Lucifer, a bright and glorious angel, rebelled against God. One-third of the heavenly host fell with him, becoming demon spirits under Satan's command. The remaining two-thirds of angels stayed faithful to God. This wasn't because God created evil, but because God gave angels free will to choose to love and worship Him genuinely rather than being forced automatons.

Satan's Active Warfare on Earth: Satan is not in hell but actively works on planet earth through lies, slander, and temptation. He despises humanity and seeks to kill and destroy, desiring to be worshiped himself. Behind many cultural wars, ideologies, and personal struggles are spiritual forces—principalities and powers working to promote rebellion against God. While not everything is a satanic attack, many difficulties believers face have supernatural sources that go beyond normal everyday problems.

Spiritual Warfare Weapons and Protection: The primary offensive weapon against spiritual attacks is the sword of the Spirit—the Word of God. Jesus himself used Scripture ("it is written") when tempted by Satan, demonstrating a weapon available to all believers. Believers must daily put on the armor of God described in Ephesians 6, which provides protection against spiritual attacks. Prayer serves as the battleground where spiritual warfare is won or lost, as it involves confessing faith, trusting God to act, and resisting the enemy in Jesus' name.

Believers Cannot Be Possessed But Can Be Oppressed: Christians cannot be possessed by demons because the Holy Spirit resides within them, providing security in Christ. However, believers can become oppressed by demonic forces. Authority over Satan comes not from believers themselves but through Christ alone. Caution is needed when attributing every problem to demonic activity, as many issues are natural rather than supernatural phenomena.

The Reality and Eternality of Hell: Hell is real and eternal, with no second chances after death. Jesus spoke more about hell than heaven because He came to save people from this terrible judgment. Once a person's destiny is sealed at death, it cannot be changed—there is no universalism where everyone is ultimately saved. The choice between heaven and hell must be made during earthly life through responding to Jesus Christ.

Salvation Through Christ Alone: The only way to escape hell and enter heaven is by believing that Jesus is Lord, Savior, and God incarnate, and by personally placing faith and trust in Him. Those who confess Jesus as Lord and believe God raised Him from the dead will be saved from sin, death, judgment, and hell. The cross stands as the dividing line between heaven and hell, and God wouldn't have sent His Son to die brutally if salvation were possible any other way.

Angels Observe But Believers Witness: Angels watch over believers and observe their actions, viewing Christians as spectacles. However, angels have never experienced God's grace since they lived in innocence around God's throne. Believers who have experienced salvation have a unique testimony that even causes angels to fold their wings in wonder. God has given humans—not angels—the responsibility to proclaim the gospel and serve as His witnesses to take the message of salvation to the world.

Prayer as Warfare and Faith: Prayer is not merely an addendum to spiritual armor but is the actual battleground where victory is won or lost. Prayer demonstrates faith by believing and trusting God to act according to His Word and truth. Jesus taught believers to pray "lead us not into temptation," making protection from evil a key component of prayer. The resistance people feel toward prayer itself reveals it is a spiritual battle that requires constant engagement.

Understanding Evil in a Fallen World: The mystery of iniquity explains why terrible things happen to innocent people, including children. While God protects believers, this doesn't mean immunity from disease, suffering, or even violent death. The world is broken, fallen, and sin-cursed. God sometimes chooses not to change circumstances for ultimately a greater good and His greater glory, but this doesn't mean God is not good—He wants the best for those who come to Him in faith.

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Hosted by Melissa Lee and a roundtable of top traders, “Fast Money” breaks through the noise of the day, to deliver the actionable news that matters most to investors. Fast Money airs weeknights at 5p ET on CNBC. Visit http://fastmoney.cnbc.com for additional information.

AI & Metals Fever Breaking?... And Top Tech Picks For The New Year 12/29/25

CNBC's "Fast Money"

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Silver and Gold Pullback After Record Runs: Silver experienced a dramatic reversal, falling nearly 9% after hitting a record $83 an ounce overnight, while gold dropped about 4-5% to its lowest level in two weeks. The Chicago Mercantile Exchange raised margin requirements on silver, which historically triggers sell-offs when prices move dramatically upward. Despite the pullback, traders believe this is just a pause in a larger move higher, with central banks continuing to buy gold in record amounts as part of de-dollarization efforts.

Industrial Use Case Driving Silver Demand: Silver's recent surge is partly attributed to its industrial applications, particularly in AI infrastructure and data centers, creating a 200 million ounce supply-demand deficit. Unlike gold, which has primarily geopolitical and store-of-value use cases, silver serves as both an industrial metal and investment vehicle. The supply constraint is compounded by the fact that 70% of silver is mined as a byproduct of copper and other metals.

AI Stock Volatility and Momentum Shift: High-flying AI stocks including Palantir, Oracle, Nvidia, and Broadcom saw outsized drops recently, with some traders questioning whether the fever in these trades is breaking. Oracle has fallen 30% over the past two months despite massive remaining purchase obligations (RPO). The low volume holiday week may be exacerbating moves, but there are signs of money rotating out of high-beta tech names.

Dan Ives' Top Tech Picks Exclude Nvidia: Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives released his top tech names for 2026, including Microsoft, Apple, Tesla, Palantir, and CrowdStrike, but notably excluded Nvidia. Ives argues the focus should be on "derivatives" of the AI revolution—hyperscalers, consumer applications through Apple, enterprise names, and cybersecurity—rather than just the infrastructure provider. He sees Palantir potentially reaching a trillion-dollar valuation within two to three years.

Oracle's Controversial Growth Story: Ives predicts a "renaissance" for Oracle, believing the company's growth will accelerate from 18% to 30% to 45% as its massive remaining purchase obligations convert to revenue. He estimates 80-90% of the RPO will be realized and sees $78 upside versus $15 downside risk. However, the market has been skeptical of Oracle's massive contracts, particularly the $500 billion OpenAI deal announced earlier this year.

Robotics and Autonomous Technology at CES: Looking ahead to CES, robotics and autonomous technology are expected to be major themes. Ives highlighted Serve Robotics (SERV) as an under-the-radar play on delivery robotics and true autonomous capabilities. The transition from training to inference in AI, signaled by Nvidia's licensing of Grok, represents the next phase of the AI revolution.

China Stocks Face Multiple Headwinds: Alibaba and other Chinese tech stocks declined amid weak economic data showing industrial profits fell over 13% in November and concerns about naval exercises around Taiwan. Despite trading at attractive valuations, China stocks face uncertainties around the economy, potential Taiwan conflict (with 2027's 100th anniversary of the People's Liberation Army flagged as a key risk), and shifting US-China trade dynamics.

Dollar General's 80% Rally on Economic Concerns: Dollar General surged over 80% this year, on pace for its best performance since going public in 2009, with the stock hitting 52-week highs. The discount retailer benefits from a K-shaped recovery as consumers trade down amid persistent cumulative inflation. With 80% of products being staples and essentials, Dollar General is positioned to benefit if unemployment continues rising and potential tariffs make other goods more expensive.

GM's Best Year Since Bankruptcy: General Motors is up 56% in 2024, trading at all-time highs and heading for its best year since emerging from bankruptcy in 2009. The stock has handily outperformed rivals including Ford, Toyota, and Tesla. The Trump administration's expected relaxation of fuel standards, emissions requirements, and EV mandates is being viewed as a significant tailwind for GM's internal combustion engine-focused strategy.

Housing Market Shows Signs of Life: Pending home sales jumped over 3% in November to their highest level in nearly three years, beating expectations. However, homebuilder stocks continue to decline, with major names having topped in November 2024. The debate centers on whether mortgage rates or unemployment rates matter more—mortgage rates remain stubbornly high around 7% despite three Fed rate cuts, while rising unemployment may be the bigger concern for housing demand.

Netflix Momentum Stalls After Warner Bros. Bid: Netflix has declined over 8% since announcing its intention to buy pieces of Warner Brothers Discovery, with the stock up only 5% for the year despite being part of the "Magnificent Seven." The weakness reflects rotation out of high-beta technology stocks and into industrials, as well as Netflix being viewed as a mature compounder without near-term catalysts for margin or free cash flow acceleration.

Bitcoin and Gold Correlation Breakdown: Bitcoin's traditional correlation with both the Nasdaq and gold has broken down, with bitcoin trading as an independent $2 trillion risk asset. While bitcoin has declined from $125K to $87K, gold and silver have rallied, suggesting different buyer bases rather than simple rotation between digital and physical stores of value. The fundamentally different supply dynamics—endless gold supply versus constrained bitcoin—make direct comparisons challenging.

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Whitepaper es la principal fuente de información de negocios para la comunidad empresarial mexicana. En este canal encontrarás dos de nuestros podcasts. En 'Arquitectura de los Negocios', Susana Sáenz entrevista a expertos para entender cómo funcionan diferentes modelos de negocio (los martes); en ’10’, Karla Berman y René Lankenau discuten temas empresariales para ofrecerte insights, opiniones y un punto de vista diferente de lo que sucede en el mundo de los negocios (los jueves).

Imperio del tequila

Whitepaper

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Based on the extremely limited transcript provided (which appears to be incomplete and contains primarily sponsor information), I can only extract the following minimal information:

Jose Cuervo and Tequila Industry Performance: The episode discusses Jose Cuervo's market position, noting contrasts in alcohol category performance where vodka sales didn't grow, whiskey sales fell by 2%, while tequila and ready-to-drink categories showed different trends.

Brown-Foreman and Competitive Landscape: Brief mention of Brown-Foreman, Bacardi, Marathon Partners investors as direct competitors in the spirits industry.

**Note**: The transcript provided is severely truncated and does not contain the full episode content needed to provide a comprehensive summary matching the episode's 17-minute length and its description about Jose Cuervo's 260-year history and recent decade of growth. A complete transcript would be needed to properly summarize the discussion about the "tequila empire" and changing consumer habits as indicated in the episode description.

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For thousands of years, Kabbalists have been studying on a daily basis for their and humanity's spiritual progress. Continuing this tradition into today's globally connected world, the Bnei Baruch Kabbalah Education & Research Institute, studies daily from authentic Kabbalistic sources, with commentary by Dr. Michael Laitman. (Audio)

30 Dec 25 00:56 UTC; Preparation to the Lesson

Daily Kabbalah Lesson (Audio)

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Purpose of Work in the Heart: The lesson focuses on clarifying egoistic intentions and discovering what drives us in spiritual work. Through the environment and group work, practitioners can identify where corrections are needed and request them, ultimately building a vessel called "faith above reason" that leads to love of others and closeness to the Creator.

Identifying the Lack Before Prayer: Article 25 from Rabash emphasizes that one must first examine what is truly needed before praying. The prayer should focus on having the Creator satisfy that specific lack. This requires self-examination to determine if one can take upon themselves to walk in faith above reason, called "heaviness of the head."

Faith Above Reason as Complete Fulfillment: Once faith above reason is established in the heart through prayer to the Creator, one has everything needed for spiritual work. This follows the principle that "the small one annuls before the Great One," representing complete surrender and nullification before the upper force.

Active Workshop Question: The central question for group work is: "What do we lack in order to be rewarded with faith above reason?" This inquiry is meant to be explored through connection between participants and formulated into a collective prayer to the Creator.

Cultivating True Need and Mutual Love: The lesson aims to generate a genuine need and longing to come closer to one another and to love one another. This mutual love and connection is presented as the only true expression of bestowing contentment to the Creator.

Annulment as Entry Point: The preparation concludes with entering the lesson in a state of annulment before the upper one, emphasizing the importance of ego surrender as the foundation for spiritual work and progress.

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Winnipeg Sports Talk with Andrew "Hustler" Paterson brings you the latest news, analysis and opinion on the local sports scene including Winnipeg Jets, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, the major sports and of course betting & fantasy.

Episode 1203: Winnipeg Jets vs. Edmonton Oilers tonight, weekend recap

Winnipeg Sports Talk

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Jets Overtime Loss to Minnesota Stings: The Winnipeg Jets dropped a heartbreaking overtime game to the Minnesota Wild on Saturday night after dominating for most of the game. With 30 seconds left and the game seemingly won, Dylan Demello took a retaliatory penalty after Josh Morrissey was hit, leading to a power play goal that tied the game. The Jets then lost in overtime, extending their winless streak to five games. Coach Scott Arniel was visibly frustrated after the game, particularly about the non-call on the Morrissey hit.

Costly Offside Challenge Nullifies Nyquist Goal: In a moment that encapsulated the Jets' season, Gustav Nyquist finally scored his first goal of the year, only to have it wiped out by an offside challenge. Nino Niederreiter was carelessly offside despite already having the blue line established, costing the team a crucial goal against Minnesota. The play exemplified the lack of attention to detail from the veterans that has plagued the team all season.

Jets Struggling in One-Goal Games: The Jets' record in one-goal games has dramatically reversed from last season. After going 19-4-4 in one-goal games last year, they're currently 4-8-4 this season. Their last five losses have all been by one goal, including three in extra time. This inability to close out tight games has been the difference between playoff positioning and their current struggle to stay in the wild card race.

Secondary Scoring Remains Non-Existent: The Jets continue to be a one-line team, with Mark Scheifele, Kyle Connor, and Gabriel Vilardi providing most of the offense alongside Josh Morrissey. Players like Cole Perfetti, Vladislav Namestnikov, and the veteran additions of Jonathan Toews and Nino Niederreiter have failed to contribute consistently. The lack of depth scoring has made the team predictable and easy to defend against quality opponents.

Critical Five-Game Stretch Ahead: With 36 games played, the Jets face a crucial five-game stretch before reaching the season's halfway point, starting with tonight's home game against Edmonton. The team needs to get to .500 or better to have any realistic playoff hopes, as they currently sit two games under and in the mix with mediocre teams fighting for the final wild card spot.

Toews Face-Off Decision Scrutinized: After the Minnesota loss, there was significant debate about why Jonathan Toews, who was dominant in the face-off circle (10-3), wasn't on the ice for the crucial defensive zone draw in the final 30 seconds. Coach Arniel chose Morgan Barron instead, citing defensive concerns about having the slower Toews on the ice during a six-on-four situation, though the decision ultimately didn't work out.

Oilers Power Play Poses Major Threat: Tonight's opponent Edmonton brings the NHL's best power play at 34.3% success rate, featuring weapons like Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Zach Hyman, and Evan Bouchard. The Jets must stay disciplined and avoid taking penalties, as they've struggled with unnecessary minors all season that have cost them crucial games.

Mark Scheifele's Olympic Team Canada Hopes: With Team Canada's Olympic roster announcement coming Wednesday, there's debate about whether Mark Scheifele will make the team despite being 9th in NHL scoring and on pace for a career year with over 100 points. The consensus among the panel is that he deserves to be on the team but likely won't make it due to Canada's preference for "celebrity" names in the top six and checking-line specialists in the bottom six.

Roster Management Questions Continue: Despite the team's struggles, there have been no roster moves or call-ups from the Manitoba Moose. Colin Miller remains as the eighth defenseman despite rarely playing, and there are questions about why players like David Gustafsson or Brad Lambert haven't been given opportunities while struggling veterans like Tanner Pearson continue to get ice time.

NFL Playoffs Wide Open Without Chiefs: The NFL playoff picture is unusually unpredictable with the Kansas City Chiefs eliminated and no clear favorite. The Rams are currently favored at 5-1 despite likely playing multiple road games, while the 49ers (10-1) could secure home field advantage throughout the playoffs with a win over Seattle on Saturday. Connor Hrachak's 49ers kept their hopes alive with a thrilling Sunday night victory over the Bears behind Brock Purdy's stellar play.

World Juniors Coverage and Canada's Shaky Start: Connor Hrachak attended Canada's opening World Juniors game against Czechia in Minnesota, describing it as "young and dumb hockey" played at an incredible tempo. Canada needed overtime to beat Latvia and faces concerns about their depth, though they remain favorites. The tournament continues with Canada playing Denmark tonight and Finland on New Year's Eve.

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I paesi asiatici hanno una vita politica e culturale che ne determina l'identità e la proposizione internazionale. Solo che il più delle volte siamo portati a parlarne sulla base di immagini stereotipate, superficiali e che non rappresentano la realtà. Anziché considerare gli Stati asiatici pedine in mano alle principali potenze, paesi esotici e misteriosi, “Altri Orienti” propone una narrazione asiatica dei fatti del mondo per gettare uno squarcio approfondito su quanto accade all'interno di quei mondi, come evolvono i loro conflitti sociali, le novità tecnologiche, le tendenze culturali e la propria “visione del mondo”. L'Asia è ormai una grande potenza demografica, economica, culturale e militare: quello che succede in quella parte del mondo finirà per avere delle conseguenze anche sulle nostre società e le nostre vite.


ALTRI ORIENTI è un podcast di Chora News prodotto da Chora Media.
E' scritto da Simone Pieranni.
La cura editoriale è di Francesca Milano.
La supervisione del suono e della musica è di Luca Micheli.
La post produzione e il montaggio sono di Daniele Marinello.
La producer è Martina Conte.
Musiche su licenza di Universal Music Publishing Ricordi Srl e di Machiavelli Music

EP.151 - Mao Zedong I

Altri Orienti

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This podcast episode is presented entirely in Italian and tells the dramatic story of Mao Zedong's early life and rise to power in China. Based on the context and transcript, here is a comprehensive summary:

Mao's Early Life and Family Influences: Mao's mother was deeply devoted to Buddhism, secretly performing acts of charity against his father's wishes. She was described as the only person who could mediate domestic conflicts, nurturing Mao's soul with compassion for the poor and suffering. From her, Mao inherited both spirituality and stoic determination.

First Political Act and Character Formation: At age three, Mao's first political act occurred when he fled home after being beaten by his father. Found three days later, he demonstrated his strength of character, challenging his father's authority and defying the traditional concept of filial piety. This early rebellion marked a fundamental understanding of power dynamics.

Literary Influences and Revolutionary Spirit: Mao's favorite book was "Brigands of the Marsh" (Water Margin), a classic celebrating outlaws fighting injustice and corrupt officials. This work celebrating peasant rebels hiding in marshlands profoundly influenced his political awakening and revolutionary ideology.

Journey to the City and Intellectual Awakening: Moving from his rural village to the city was transformative for Mao. Working in a library in poverty, living in a small room, he discovered radical political thought and met key figures including Li Dazhao (founder of the Chinese Communist Party) and Chen Duxiu, the most influential thinker of the era.

May Fourth Movement of 1919: The massive student protests on May 4, 1919, responding to China's betrayal at Versailles and territorial humiliations, marked a turning point. This explosive popular anger and call for revolutionary change deeply influenced Mao's conviction that only Marxism could save China.

Adapting Marxism to Chinese Reality: Mao recognized that classical Marxism spoke of industrial society, but China had no factories, no industrial proletariat. Instead of urban workers, he saw valleys, deserts, and peasants ready to change China. He concluded that communism must be adapted—"sinicized"—to Chinese conditions.

Formation of the Chinese Communist Party: In secret meetings, Mao was among twelve people who founded the Party, entering a room and sitting around a table to begin what would become a historic challenge and hope for China's future.

Personal Tragedy and Marriage: Mao married Yang Kaihui, daughter of his professor. She was later captured by the Nationalists in 1930 and publicly executed—the first of many personal losses in his political journey, demonstrating how politics demanded everything from those committed to the revolution.

Organizing Peasant Movements: Mao worked arduously in Hunan province, conducting bureaucratic work, political education, and organizing peasants. He became convinced that peasants, not urban workers, were the vanguard of revolution—that revolution would be born from rice paddies, not factory smokestacks.

The Shanghai Massacre of 1927: In April 1927, Nationalist forces unleashed a horrific purge in Shanghai and other cities, hunting communists "slave by slave, communist by communist," killing thousands of communist workers. This catastrophic betrayal forced survivors underground.

Creation of the Red Army and Guerrilla Strategy: Following the massacre, Mao founded his first revolutionary base and established the Red Army, based on a simple, brutal strategy: peasant guerrilla warfare, adapting military tactics to China's rural terrain and conditions.

The War Against Japan as Opportunity: The Japanese invasion, while devastating, provided the Communist Party an opportunity. The twelve-year war against Japan ultimately helped legitimize and strengthen the Party's position in Chinese society.

Rectification Campaigns and Consolidating Power: By 1942, Mao launched "rectification" campaigns to unify thought within the Party, eliminating doctrinal deviations from left, right, and center. Through these systematic purges and ideological control, he transformed into what observers called a "Red Emperor," leaving Stalin, Europe, and America watching in astonishment.

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Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne talk all things Maple Leafs and NHL!  Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN weekdays from 4-6 PM ET.

Edmonton Strikes Oil + World Juniors Deep Dive

Real Kyper & Bourne

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Edmonton Oilers' Turnaround After Slow Start: Despite early-season panic among fans and media, the Oilers have climbed to within one point of first place in the Pacific Division. The team historically struggles out of the gate but their core players remained confident they would find their form. They now appear comfortably positioned for another strong second-half push toward the playoffs.

Roster Adjustments and Departures: Noah Philp was claimed off waivers by Carolina, surprising some observers as he was expected to be a fourth-line penalty killer. More significantly, the relationship between Andrew Mangiapane and the Oilers has deteriorated after just 39 games. The $3.6 million player hasn't found chemistry in the top six and doesn't fit the physical, energetic style needed for the bottom six, creating a difficult contract situation.

Spencer Stastney's Defensive Contributions: After trading away Brett Kulak to Pittsburgh to accommodate the Tristan Jarry acquisition, Edmonton brought in Stastney from Nashville. He's become the "Kulak 2.0" - a mobile third-pairing defenseman who skates well and has played so effectively that he's earned himself into regular rotation rather than being part of a defensive rotation.

Connor McDavid's Extraordinary Form: McDavid is playing at a level described as possibly the best hockey anyone has ever played. After getting proper rest following a grueling schedule, he's putting up numbers not seen since the 1980s. His recent dominance appears partly motivated by comparisons to Nathan MacKinnon's MVP-caliber start to the season, making defensemen look like "statue of liberties" every night.

Goaltending Situation in Flux: The ideal plan of having Stuart Skinner, Calvin Pickard, and Connor Ingram didn't materialize as all three struggled early. After trading for Tristan Jarry (now injured), Ingram was called up and has played well enough to potentially be a playoff option. The team faces a dilemma as both Pickard and Ingram would likely be claimed if sent to the minors once Jarry returns.

Zack Hyman's Invaluable Impact: Hyman's return to the lineup has been crucial, not just for his offensive production with McDavid, but for embodying everything coaches preach - finishing checks, going to the net, maintaining motor, and demonstrating competitiveness. He's described as the "perfect human being" and a coach's dream who forces teammates to elevate their effort levels.

Trade Deadline Needs: Edmonton's priorities should include adding a veteran defenseman who can handle top-four minutes if injuries occur, as their current depth pieces like Stastney lack playoff experience. More critically, they need to improve their third line, which was exploited by Florida's depth in last year's Finals, particularly by Aleksander Barkov's line.

World Juniors Tournament Challenges: The tournament in Minnesota is experiencing unexpectedly low Canadian attendance despite the proximity, potentially due to geopolitical tensions and high ticket prices. The organizing committee expected thousands of Canadians from the Prairies to make the trip but those numbers haven't materialized, leaving many games with empty seats except for USA games at the larger venue.

Gavin McKenna's Mixed Performance: The presumed first overall pick possesses elite offensive instincts and makes exceptional plays, but defensive concerns persist. He's showing improvement from his early college games at Penn State, but his positioning and reaction time getting back defensively remain issues. Several defensive zone mistakes per game haven't been capitalized on by opponents yet but raise questions about NHL projection.

Rising Draft Stock of Swedish Players: Ivor Stenberg has gained significant momentum as a potential top pick by playing a calculated, pro-style game already. He's producing a point per game in the SHL and positions himself intelligently both on and off the puck. Anton Frondell, Chicago's third overall pick from last year, is leading the tournament with five points while playing a buttoned-up, complete game.

Team Canada's Disconnected Start: Despite having a roster full of elite prospects, Canada hasn't quite gelled yet. Michael Hage's top line from Michigan has looked good, but Michael Misa hasn't hit his stride and the bottom of the lineup isn't maximizing their strengths. The team has won narrowly rather than convincingly, though their best hockey is expected to still come.

Tournament Parity and Standout Teams: This year's World Juniors features more competitive balance than ever before. Team Czechia has been particularly impressive, playing with intensity and featuring undrafted defenseman Thomas Galves who has stood out with his puck-moving ability. The USA has nine returning players from their gold medal team, while Sweden plays a more calculating, chess-match style.

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Nachádza sa život mimo našej planéty? Aké ničivé sú sopky a ako znie vesmír? O takýchto otázkach diskutujú každý týždeň Jozef a Samuel.

Vedátorský podcast 316 – Smrtonosná pasca: Exlaris (D&D špeciál)

Vedátorský podcast

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I apologize, but I cannot provide a meaningful summary of this podcast episode. The transcript appears to be severely corrupted or incorrectly processed. It consists almost entirely of disconnected words and phrases in what seems to be Slovak language mixed with English gaming terminology (like "morning star," "fireball," "saving throw," "constitution," "perception," "investigation"), which suggests this is a Dungeons & Dragons gameplay session.

However, the transcript is essentially unintelligible - it lacks proper sentence structure, coherent dialogue, speaker transitions, or narrative flow. Words appear randomly scattered without context (e.g., "Okay. Morning star. Okay. Normal. Okay. Investigation. Okay wow.").

Based on the episode context, this should be a D&D special episode where the hosts Jozef and Samuel, along with guests Lenka "Skúmavka" Hrobárová, Nika Vujisić, and Peter "Expl0ited" Altof, embark on an adventure to save the planet Exlaris. The episode is described as combining fantasy, humor, and improvisation in the spirit of Dungeons & Dragons.

Unfortunately, without a properly transcribed version of the audio, I cannot extract the actual gameplay narrative, character interactions, plot developments, or humorous moments that would have occurred during this nearly 2.5-hour D&D session.

To provide an accurate summary, a corrected transcript would be needed that captures the actual spoken dialogue and gameplay descriptions from the episode.
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Bloomberg News Now is a comprehensive audio report on today's top stories. Listen for the latest news, whenever you want it, covering global business stories around the world.

Trump Says Hamas Must Disarm, Zelenskiy on Peace Plan, More

Bloomberg News Now

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Trump's Ultimatum to Hamas: President Trump announced that Hamas will be given a very short timeframe to disarm following a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump stated that if Hamas refuses to disarm as previously agreed, other countries that supported the ceasefire deal will intervene to eliminate them.

Netanyahu Awards Trump the Israel Prize: Prime Minister Netanyahu announced that President Trump will receive the Israel Prize, marking the first time in nearly 80 years that this honor has been awarded to a non-Israeli. The prize recognizes Trump's significant contributions to Israel and the Jewish people.

Ukraine Peace Deal Progress: Trump reported making substantial progress in peace negotiations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, with the peace framework reportedly 90% complete. However, territorial issues remain a major sticking point, as Zelensky explained that Ukrainian law prohibits simply withdrawing from territories where 300,000 people currently live.

US Military Strike in Eastern Pacific: The US military conducted a strike on a vessel allegedly carrying drugs in international waters, killing two people. The Southern Command stated the vessel was operated by designated terrorist organizations, though the specific group was not identified.

Wall Street's Unanimous Bull Market Forecast: All 21 Wall Street analysts surveyed are predicting a stock market rally in 2026, with the average S&P 500 forecast implying a 9% gain. The complete lack of dissenting predictions has raised some concern, though optimism is driven by resilient growth, cooling inflation, and solid corporate earnings.

Housing Market Shows Improvement: Pending sales of existing homes in the US rose more than expected in November due to modest improvements in prices and mortgage rates. Market analysts expect the Trump administration to prioritize housing given Trump's background as a real estate developer.

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Welcome to Travel Secrets with Tanya Rose – the podcast sharing wisdom for fellow travellers.&nbsp; Tanya will be joined by an ensemble of well-travelled guests, sharing perspectives on the art of travel shaped by their varied lifestyles; from the worlds of film, fashion and more. During these conversations, Tanya will discover the guests' six Travel Secrets and learn about the experiences that uncovered them. Unlock insider secrets and learn how to get under the skin of a destination like a local and not a tourist. This podcast might not change your life, but it might just change your plans.&nbsp; Keep up with everything Travel Secrets at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/travelsecretsthepodcast/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@travelsecretsthepodcast</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Why 2026 is the Year to Visit India | Divia Thani

Travel Secrets

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India as a Transformative Destination: Divia Thani, Global Editorial Director of Condé Nast Traveller across eight regions, makes a compelling case for India as the ultimate destination everyone should visit once. She emphasizes that while India isn't an easy trip due to its stark juxtapositions of wealth and poverty, it offers unparalleled transformative potential. Unlike destinations where immersive experiences are carefully curated, in India "you just have to show up" to be immediately confronted with authentic, soul-shifting experiences that challenge preconceptions and alter perspectives on life itself.

The Sindhi Diaspora and Travel as Family Connection: Divia's family history shaped her relationship with travel from birth. As Sindhis displaced during India's 1947 partition, her family scattered across the globe—from Hong Kong and Singapore to the Caribbean and Nigeria—making travel essential for maintaining family bonds rather than leisure. Her father worked in Nigeria for 20 years, and she spent summers moving between continents, learning early that travel was about connecting with people rather than collecting destinations.

From Fashion to Travel Journalism: Starting at Vogue India, Divia initially resisted moving to Traveller, telling her managing director "I don't want to do a travel magazine. I don't read travel magazines." His response—"make a magazine that you really want to read"—gave her the freedom to reimagine travel journalism through the lens of fashion, art, food, and culture rather than static destination features, creating urgent, sexy content that treated travel as an umbrella for all lifestyle passions.

Saudi Arabia as an Unexpected Revelation: Divia identifies Saudi Arabia, particularly AlUla and Neom, as the most underrated destination. She describes the extraordinary feeling of discovering prehistoric landscapes with 2,000-year-old inscriptions just sitting openly accessible, not behind glass or ticketed lines. The country's approach to building tourism from scratch—focusing on sustainability, environmental impact, and local community benefit—impressed her, along with the warmth of Saudi women eager to challenge Western misconceptions about their lives.

Rural Pennsylvania Culture Shock: Her most unexpected travel experience occurred at age 17 when she accepted a scholarship to study in Bradford, Pennsylvania—a town of 10,000 with one taxi driver named Bob who didn't work Sundays. Coming from major cities and only knowing Manhattan, she landed in a rural area of trees and American flags, initially fearing she was being kidnapped. Despite the difficulty, this experience gave her invaluable insight into America beyond coastal cities, helping her understand perspectives often missed by typical visitors.

The Kumbh Mela's Spiritual Impact: Divia's most poignant travel experience came at the 2024 Mahakumbh Mela, a religious gathering occurring once every 144 years that draws over 100 million pilgrims. Though not particularly religious and initially resistant to bathing in the Ganges, she took the dip and experienced an unexpected transformation. Upon returning to her camp, she spontaneously made a difficult phone call she'd been avoiding for over a year, speaking her truth without fear or attachment to outcomes—a release she attributes to the powerful energy of the place.

Food as Cultural Gateway: Food drives Divia's travel choices completely—she cannot enjoy a place with bad food and travels specifically to eat. She's particularly excited about regional, home-style cooking and forgotten ingredients like ancient grains and millets, as well as street food markets that reveal how people actually live. She emphasizes that food is the easiest gateway into different cultures because "if it's tasty, they don't really care about the politics of the place," making it powerful for building bridges between people.

The Tokyo Supermarket Philosophy: Beyond visiting famous fish markets, Divia advocates for wandering through local supermarkets and convenience stores as an "anthropological, sociological" exercise. Observing what flavors dominate, how global brands localize products, and what everyday items people buy reveals far more about a culture than typical tourist activities—a habit she developed as a child in London's Marks & Spencer, unsuccessfully trying to recreate the tinned sardine feasts from Enid Blyton boarding school novels.

Strategic Packing System: Her top travel tip involves maintaining a ready-to-go toiletry case that she never raids between trips (even when running out of moisturizer at home) and a Muji or Uniqlo packing cube permanently stocked with all underwear variations, swimsuits, and sarongs—the items most commonly forgotten. She also keeps a dedicated charger bag and travels in a black uniform of yoga-fabric pants that look tailored, with cashmere layers for cold planes, prioritizing comfort over fashion.

Pittsburgh as Hidden Gem: Though her team vetoes the idea, Divia insists Pittsburgh is underrated—a livable, green city where three rivers meet, featuring former steel industry buildings converted into restaurants, galleries, and museums including the Andy Warhol Museum. The large student population creates vibrant energy, making it far more interesting than its industrial reputation suggests, though it remains off most travelers' radars.

Sharing Moments Over Solo Discovery: Travel has evolved for Divia from chasing exotic destinations to sharing experiences with loved ones. She recalls standing in gorgeous locations wishing she could turn to someone and say "isn't this amazing?" because photographs can't capture moments that need witnesses. A 2017 family trip to Lucknow—her late father's hometown he'd left 50 years earlier—became especially meaningful, allowing her to understand her parents' early life and share her father's passion for the city's kebabs, architecture, and Mughal-influenced culture.

Maya's Crest and Healing Spaces: Divia describes a simple but luxurious home in Kasauli, India, built by a daughter for her mother diagnosed with cancer. Every detail considered where light would fall at different times for reading or relaxation, the house exemplifies how thoughtful design and loving intention create powerful healing energy. Despite traveling to exotic locations like the Maldives and Seychelles, Divia's group of girlfriends agreed this humble Himalayan home provided their best vacation ever.

Energy and Openness as Travel Essentials: Underlying all her experiences is a belief in the tangible energy of places—whether India, Mexico, parts of Australia, or Tanzania—that can shift something within travelers if they remain open. She emphasizes that transformation doesn't always happen immediately but can surface days, weeks, or years later, fundamentally changing how people think, feel, and live in the world, which she considers the ultimate purpose of travel.

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Master visualization and make your adult brain better at Chess. Featuring science-backed exercises, insights, and lessons from Aiden at Don't Move Until You See It. Brains are awesome, yours included.


⚡ "Chatter", A Book Worth Reading (Quick Lesson)

Chess Visualization with Don't Move

Chess Visualization with Aiden Rayner

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Working Memory and Emotional Control Share the Same Resource: The core insight from "Chatter" by Ethan Cross is that working memory (the ability to hold and juggle information) and executive control (the ability to suppress emotions and use willpower) draw from the same limited mental resource. When you need more self-control during a chess game, you have less working memory available, and vice versa. This understanding is crucial for managing the mental demands of chess.

The Book's Relevance to Chess Performance: "Chatter" explores how our inner voice affects us, particularly during emotionally challenging situations. It's especially valuable for chess players who struggle with tilting, difficulty bouncing back from mistakes, self-doubt, or beating themselves up during games. The book addresses how emotional and verbal experiences manifest over the chessboard.

Use Third-Person Language to Gain Emotional Distance: A powerful technique is to refer to pieces only as "white" and "black" rather than "my pieces" or "their pieces," and avoid saying "I'm winning" or "I'm in trouble." Research shows that removing the word "I" from self-talk and referring to yourself in third person provides the same emotional regulation benefits as 15 minutes of journaling—but in just seconds. This linguistic shift creates healthy psychological distance from the game.

The Batman Effect for Enhanced Performance: Players can become more resilient and perform at higher levels by "playing a character"—a version of themselves that embodies desired qualities like confidence, emotional control, and strength. This could involve dressing up for games, adopting a specific mindset, or using any ritual that helps you inhabit the character of someone who plays at the level you aspire to. The red lipstick effect for women making bold decisions is cited as an example of this phenomenon.

Practical Resource for Managing Chess Psychology: The book contains 15-20 different techniques in its back section for various situations, making it an accessible read that helps players understand what's happening mentally during games and develop strategies to work with rather than against their inner voice. The concept of "detached interest" in chess coaching is directly inspired by sections of this book.
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Sean Hannity is a multimedia superstar, spending four hours a day every day reaching out to millions of Americans on radio, television and the Internet.

American Leadership

The Sean Hannity Show

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Historic UN Budget Cuts and Reform Agenda: Ambassador Jeff Bartos discusses unprecedented reforms at the United Nations under President Trump's leadership, including the largest cut to the UN's regular budget in history—a 15% reduction that eliminates 2,600 bureaucratic posts. Bartos emphasizes this represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to make the bloated UN bureaucracy "fit for purpose" and return it to basics.

Presidential Leadership Creating Reform Opportunity: Bartos credits President Trump's unique leadership and business perspective as crucial to achieving previously "impossible" goals at the UN. He notes that Trump's non-political background allows him to approach the UN differently than career politicians would, enabling reforms that weren't thought attainable before.

Middle East Peace Achievements: The discussion highlights President Trump's recognition with the Israel Prize for Peace and the successful Sharm El Sheikh deal, which resulted in a 20-point peace plan leading to the release of 20 living hostages. Only one hostage remains unreturned, and Bartos praises Trump's vision in brokering unprecedented peace agreements.

UN Governance Structure and American Contributions: Bartos explains that the UN includes 193 countries, where each gets one vote in the General Assembly regardless of whether they contribute $37,000 or $12 billion (the U.S. contribution). The United States has been the largest contributor since the UN's founding and remains "the most generous nation on earth."

Combating Anti-American and Anti-Israel Bias: The ambassador discusses ongoing efforts to stamp out anti-West, anti-American, and anti-Israel bias that pervades parts of the UN. He references the 50th anniversary of Ambassador Daniel Patrick Moynihan's famous speech against the "Zionism is racism" resolution from 1975, noting similar challenges persist today.

Cuba Hurricane Relief Example: Bartos shares a striking example of American generosity: during the same week Cuba was running its annual resolution falsely accusing the U.S. of blockading their country, Hurricane Melissa hit the Caribbean. The U.S. immediately established a 24/7 operations center to help affected countries, including Cuba, demonstrating American compassion even toward adversaries.

The Honor of Diplomatic Service: Bartos describes the profound honor of sitting behind the "United States" placard at UN meetings, calling himself "the luckiest man on the face of the earth" for the opportunity to serve President Trump and the American people. He notes that whenever he has a difficult day, he walks past the American flag and portraits of the President, Vice President, Secretary Rubio, and Ambassador Waltz for inspiration.

Strong UN Team and Mission Structure: The U.S. UN team includes Ambassador Mike Waltz as Chief of Mission, Tammy Bruce as Deputy Chief of Mission, Jennifer Lucetta handling the Security Council, Dan Negrea managing the Economic and Social Council, and Bartos overseeing Management and Reform. The team has been working intensively since arriving in mid-September.

Focus on American Taxpayer Accountability: Bartos emphasizes that every dollar American taxpayers send to the UN must be well-spent and fit for purpose, with no waste, fraud, or abuse. He specifically mentions thinking about farmers, mechanics, small business owners, teachers, and first responders whose hard-earned tax dollars support these international organizations.

The UN's Necessary but Flawed Role: While acknowledging the UN has become bloated and tries to do too much (resulting in mediocre performance), Bartos argues it still serves an essential function as a place where all nations can communicate. Ambassador Waltz emphasizes it's better to have this forum in the United States than in Moscow or Beijing.

Pennsylvania Political Considerations: The conversation touches on Pennsylvania's upcoming 2026 gubernatorial race, with Stacey Garrity as the Republican nominee challenging Governor Josh Shapiro, who is viewed as having his eyes on a 2028 presidential run. However, Bartos declines to comment extensively due to Hatch Act restrictions on political activity by executive branch officials.

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Bitcoin Market Consolidation and Technical Analysis: Bitcoin is trading around $87,000 after briefly reclaiming $90,000 before an instant correction. The market has been experiencing orchestrated sell-offs with sideways trading action, despite the expiry of $60 billion in options on Friday. Technical indicators show resistance at $96,300 and support levels between $80,000-$84,000, with analysts noting that reclaiming the $90,000-$92,000 zone is critical for sustained momentum.

Weakening Demand Signals from Multiple Indicators: Bitcoin's apparent demand has flipped negative for the first time since October, with the Coinbase Premium Index dropping sharply from 0.31 on December 11th to 0.08 currently. This indicates significant US selling pressure, while spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $782 million in outflows, suggesting retail and institutional participants are adopting a risk-off approach heading into the new year.

Strategy Acquires Another 1,229 Bitcoin for $109 Million: Michael Saylor's Strategy purchased 1,229 BTC at an average price of $88,568 per coin, bringing their total holdings to 672,497 Bitcoin acquired for $50.44 billion at an average price of $74,997. The company achieved a 23.2% Bitcoin yield year-to-date for 2025, with the acquisition funded through the sale of $108 million of class A common stock.

Silver Experiences Extreme Crypto-Like Volatility: Silver hit a new all-time high of approximately $84 before experiencing wild volatility, spiking 6% and then plunging 10% within a single hour. The precious metals market boom is being driven by expectations of interest rate cuts under a new Federal Reserve chair in 2026, with gold also reaching new highs around $4,530.

California's Proposed 5% Wealth Tax Faces Crypto Industry Backlash: The 2026 Billionaire Tax Act proposes a 5% tax on net wealth above $1 billion to fund healthcare and state programs. Crypto executives including Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley and Kraken co-founder Jesse Powell argue this will trigger a mass exodus of billionaires and capital from California, similar to Norway's experience where over half of the top 400 taxpayers' wealth moved abroad after implementing a similar tax.

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Adjustment and Network Security: Bitcoin's mining difficulty increased slightly to 148.2 trillion in the last adjustment of 2025, with the next adjustment projected for January 8th to reach 149 trillion. The dynamic difficulty adjustment ensures network decentralization by preventing any single miner from controlling the network through a 51% attack, while maintaining the steady supply schedule crucial to Bitcoin's value proposition.

Bullish Long-Term Price Predictions Gaining Traction: Investor Mike Alfred publicly staked his reputation on Bitcoin reaching $1 million by December 31, 2033, promising to sell his entire portfolio and delete his social media account if it doesn't. This sentiment is echoed by prominent figures including Tom Lee (predicting $200,000), Michael Saylor, and Samson Mow (predicting $1 million possibly arriving as early as this cycle).

Bitcoin Positioned to Outperform Traditional Assets in 2026: Prediction markets show traders assigning Bitcoin a 40% chance of outperforming both gold and the S&P 500 in 2026, compared to 32% for gold and 27% for the S&P 500. Despite recent weakness, the long-term conviction among investors suggests Bitcoin's historical outperformance of traditional assets will continue.

Extended Cycle Theory Versus Historical Patterns: The current cycle differs from previous ones as it's the first driven by institutional rather than retail participation following the January 2024 ETF approval. Bitcoin closed negative in 2025, which is historically unusual for the year after a halving. The host suggests an 80% probability that Bitcoin continues to new all-times highs in 2026-2027, with price targets ranging from a bear case of $222,000 to a bull case of $1.1 million before the 2028 halving.

December's Red Monthly Close Breaking Historical Trends: December is on track to close in the red, which would mark three consecutive red monthly candles heading into 2026. This is particularly unusual given that Q4 of the year following a halving historically shows 70% gains, yet this year experienced 30-40% losses from the peak. Bitcoin needs a 6.5% pump in the remaining days to close 2025 in the green overall.

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