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643: The Sunday Soapbox

LINUX Unplugged

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- Updates on Using Jelly Swarm for Media Server Management: Chris replaced his NGROK tunnel setup with Jelly Swarm, which brings multiple Jellyfin servers together in one proxy interface. He was able to easily install it on an existing VPS that's already on his mesh network, making it simple to access his Jellyfin server remotely. The solution effectively solves the Plex sharing problem and has excellent user login mapping.

- Utah for YouTube Content Management: Chris implemented Utah, a self-hosted web app that automates downloading and organizing YouTube content. It works particularly well for one-off video downloads, which helps his wife save videos to watch later on their Jellyfin server. Utah includes integrated SponsorBlock for skipping intros and ads, and downloads metadata that Jellyfin can immediately ingest.

- Dawarich as a Google Timeline Alternative: Chris highlighted Dawarich as one of the year's MVP apps – a self-hostable alternative to Google Timeline for location history. Since first covering it on the show, Dawarich has seen significant development with 29 releases, including improved data exports, a new search feature, and family sharing capabilities that allow users to create family groups and share location data.

- KSMBD Security Issues: Wes discussed the Samsung-developed SMB server built into the Linux kernel (KSMBD), which has seen numerous security vulnerabilities this year. Out of 194 commits, 41 were related to fixing leaks, crashes, overflows, and other security issues. Security researchers found multiple serious vulnerabilities, including a remote takeover bug and a 10/10 CVSS score vulnerability allowing authenticated users with simple file write access to become root.

- GrapheneOS Withdraws from France: GrapheneOS has withdrawn from France due to increasing pressure from French authorities targeting encrypted communications. French cybercrime prosecutors have threatened legal action against platforms they believe enable criminal activity, and French police forces have been instructed to label all Google Pixel phones with GrapheneOS as "inherently suspicious." The project has migrated its infrastructure out of France as a precaution.

- Potential GrapheneOS Hardware Partnership: There's speculation that GrapheneOS may be working with a "major hardware vendor" to create dedicated hardware that meets the project's security requirements. Community consensus points to Motorola as the likely partner, which would create a device that either comes with GrapheneOS pre-installed or can be easily flashed.

- Bcachefs Removed from Linux Kernel: The ongoing saga with bcachefs has resulted in its removal from the mainline Linux kernel. Tensions between developer Kent Overstreet and Linux maintainers, particularly around when and how to add features during merge windows, led to the decision. Bcachefs is now available as a DKMS module, with packages available for various distributions including Nixos, Arch, Debian, and Ubuntu.

- Project Hummingbird from Red Hat: Red Hat introduced Project Hummingbird to accelerate cloud-native development and implement "zero CVE strategies." It's similar to their UBI (Universal Base Image) concept but based on Fedora rather than RHEL, providing more up-to-date software. The project offers containers for specific applications like Java, Node.js, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL, with a focus on security and compliance.

- Gopher64 Nintendo 64 Emulator: Wes highlighted Gopher64, a GPL3 Rust-based Nintendo 64 emulator with Linux support. It features good compatibility, netplay capabilities for multiplayer gaming over a network, and doesn't require high-end hardware. It's available as a Flatpak and supports Xbox-style controllers with default mappings.

- Podcasting 2.0 Features in Mainstream Apps: Mainstream podcast apps like Pocket Casts and Apple Podcasts are beginning to support Podcasting 2.0 features such as transcripts and chapters. Linux Unplugged has been adding these features since episode 600, giving listeners access to a large back catalog of enhanced content.
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Stop Making a Living & Start Designing Your Life - Jim Rohn

The Resilient Mind

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Goal Setting as Life Design: Jim Rohn emphasizes the difference between merely making a living versus designing a life. Without proper goals, it's easy to get trapped in economic necessity and settle for existence rather than substance. Goal setting is a crucial practice that can completely transform your approach to life.

The Power of Reasons: Reasons are the fuel for achievement and precede answers. Having enough compelling reasons to succeed is more important than talent or intelligence alone. Reasons might be personal (recognition, respect, feeling like a winner), family-oriented (providing experiences for loved ones), or even "nitty-gritty" small reasons that can powerfully motivate action.

Goal Setting Formula: Rohn provides a practical goal-setting formula with three key steps: 1) Work on your goals (which requires effort), 2) Write your goals down (demonstrates seriousness), and 3) Check the size and kinds of goals (as they affect your entire personality and behavior).

Categories of Goals: Goals should be divided into long-range (dreams for the next 3-40 years) and short-range (confidence builders for tomorrow, this week, month, year). Within these timeframes, goals should cover three areas: economic (money, income, business), things (material possessions), and personal development (skills, leadership, knowledge).

Asking is the Key to Receiving: Rohn shares a biblical philosophy that the art of asking is central to getting what you want. Asking initiates a process, receiving is automatic, and there's an abundance of success available. The key is to ask intelligently (be specific) and with faith (childlike belief).

The Day That Turns Your Life Around: Four powerful emotions can change your life in a single day: 1) Disgust (the "I've had it" moment), 2) Decision (committing to a course of action), 3) Desire (wanting something badly enough), and 4) Resolve (the "I will" commitment that refuses to give up).

Action Triggers Results: Emotions must be followed by action. The world admires doers, not just listeners or dreamers. Whatever inspires you to try harder, read more, set goals and pursue them is valuable.

Avoiding "Attitude Diseases": Rohn warns against mental states that sabotage success, including over-caution (being too risk-averse), pessimism (always looking at the negative), and complaining (which he calls "economic cancer of the bone").

The Importance of Mental Input: What you allow into your mind builds the fabric of your life. Rohn encourages "standing guard at the door of your mind" and being selective about what information you consume, comparing it to being careful about what ingredients go into your coffee.

Celebrating Achievements: Growth comes from both the pain of losing and the joy of winning. Rohn recommends celebrating achievements, especially major ones, to amplify positive feelings and reinforce success behaviors.

Promise Yourself Never to Give Up: Rohn shares a young girl's definition of resolve: "promising yourself you will never give up." This persistence is essential for achieving meaningful goals and designing the life you want.
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The High Performance Podcast turns the lived experiences of the planet's high performers into your life lessons. Jake Humphrey (broadcast presenter of 20 years) and Professor Damian Hughes (leading high performance expert), speak to athletes, authors, entertainers and experts about the key to their success. But, Jake and Damian look beyond the guests achievements and encourage guests to share how they developed their mindset, what gives them confidence, how they navigate adversity and much more. Hear from guests as you’ve never heard them before. The High Performance Podcast aims to help listeners navigate their own version of high performance. Want to get the most from High Performance? You can download the new home of High Performance for FREE to listen to every episode we've ever recorded, get access to exclusive content and daily boosts of motivation.&nbsp;Everything you need to unlock your own version of High Performance.&nbsp;Simply&nbsp;<a href="https://thehighperformanceapp.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">click here</a>&nbsp;or search High Performance in the App store.&nbsp;

The Secret Link Between Gut Health & Depression: Prof. Tim Spector (E381)

The High Performance Podcast

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The Gut-Brain Connection: Prof. Tim Spector explains how our gut microbiome significantly influences our brain function. Rather than the brain being in charge, research shows our gut may be more in control. Microbes in our gut act as mini pharmacies, producing chemicals that signal to immune and nerve cells, ultimately affecting brain function. This helps explain why conditions like depression and anxiety are often linked to gut inflammation.

Fermented Foods as Mental Health Support: Studies have shown that a gut-friendly diet can be as effective as antidepressant medications for people with mild to moderate depression. Fermented foods containing beneficial microbes have been found to improve mood, energy, hunger, bloating, and constipation in as little as one week. Over 50% of participants in Zoe's study noticed improvements in these areas after adding fermented foods to their diet.

How Fermented Foods Work: When consumed, microbes from fermented foods pass through the stomach acid and interact with the small intestine. They latch onto sensors that trigger beneficial immune responses, dampening inflammation. For continued benefits, small amounts must be consumed regularly rather than occasional binges. Surprisingly, even dead microbes (postbiotics or "zombie biotics") can be beneficial by interacting with immune cells similar to how vaccines work.

Common Fermented Foods to Incorporate: Simple options include full-fat Greek yogurt (avoiding artificially sweetened versions), milk kefir (which contains 4x more microbes than yogurt), water kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi. Cheeses, especially those with visible mold like Stilton and brie, are also fermented foods. Other options include miso paste, sourdough bread (real, not supermarket versions), and even dark chocolate (70%+ cocoa).

The UK's Lost Connection to Fermentation: Unlike many other cultures that maintained fermentation traditions through generations, the UK lost its connection to fermented foods following industrialization and the World War II era. While countries across Europe, Asia, and Africa retained family traditions of fermenting, Britons embraced sterilized, processed foods and developed a fear of foods that seemed "smelly" or "dirty."

Challenging Nutritional Myths: Spector challenges several nutritional myths, noting that full-fat products are healthier than low-fat alternatives (which often contain added starches and sugars to compensate for taste). He explains that fermented foods containing salt, like kimchi, have been shown to lower blood pressure despite their salt content. The reductionist approach focused solely on fats, salts, and sugars has proven misguided.

The 30-Plant Weekly Goal: Rather than just aiming for 5 fruits and vegetables daily, Spector recommends consuming 30 different plant foods weekly to support gut health. He outlines six principles for optimal gut health: eat 30 different plants weekly, consume three different fermented foods daily, "eat the rainbow" for polyphenols, pivot protein sources away from meat, choose quality over calories, and practice time-restricted eating.

Simple Implementation Tips: For those new to fermented foods, Spector suggests starting with familiar options like yogurt and cheese, then gradually introducing kefir (perhaps mixed with yogurt initially). Adding fermented foods to existing dishes—like using kefir instead of cream in curries, adding kimchi to salads, or using miso paste instead of stock cubes—makes incorporation easier. For children, offering small daily shots of kefir or mixing fermented foods with more familiar items can help build healthy habits.

The Impact of Poor Diet on Gut Health: While occasional processed meals won't significantly harm a healthy gut microbiome, regular consumption of highly processed foods can rapidly deplete beneficial gut bacteria within weeks. This leads to inflammation that affects both physical and mental health. Modern Western diets, especially in the UK (which has the highest processed food consumption in Europe), have contributed to poorer gut health compared to 50 years ago.

The Future of Gut Health Research: Spector is optimistic about upcoming discoveries regarding how microbes interact with our immune system. He anticipates potential developments of targeted foods that could naturally simulate the effects of medications like GLP-1 agonists (similar to Ozempic) by working with gut microbes. With larger datasets being collected through initiatives like Zoe, he believes we're entering an exciting era of gut health research with potential applications for mental health, appetite control, and even cancer treatment.
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Leo Laporte brings some of the most interesting personalities in technology together to talk about the most important issues. Fun, relaxed, informative and always entertaining, count on TWiT for the best tech podcasts in the world.



Untitled Linux Show 231: Confused by Vowels

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• Z-Wave Antenna for Home Assistant: Rob shares his positive experience switching from Zigbee to Z-Wave for his home automation. The ZWA2 antenna has been more reliable with better connectivity and simpler setup than his previous Zigbee devices. The antenna is over a foot tall with a glowing tip and can reach from the basement to the furthest corner of his house.

• Progress in Open Source NVIDIA Drivers: The Nouveau (open source NVIDIA driver) is making progress but still performs at about 50% of the proprietary driver's speed. Recent improvements include support for 50-series cards and a 20% performance boost in development code compared to the release version, showing that the gap is closing. Nvidia has also opened up parts of their driver stack, though it's still a mix of open and closed source components.

• Intel Hiring Linux Engineers: After significant layoffs at Intel that affected their open source teams, there's positive news with the company hiring two senior kernel engineers in Oregon to work on Linux system software optimization and device drivers. This suggests Intel is still investing in Linux development despite restructuring challenges.

• Hardware HDR Support Coming to Linux: Valve has submitted code for a color pipeline API that's ready for upstream entry into the Linux kernel. The implementation primarily targets AMD GPU drivers (used in Steam hardware) and will enable hardware-accelerated HDR rendering. The code is expected to land in kernel version 7.0 and is already supported in Valve's GameScope, KDE Kwin, and Wayland Weston.

• Software Patent Challenges Made Harder: The US Patent Office has changed how Inter-Parties Reviews (IPRs) can be used to challenge bad patents. The new rules state that filing an IPR means giving up the right to litigate about that patent, and IPRs can't be used if there's existing case law about a patent. This makes it more difficult for individuals and small companies to challenge problematic software patents.

• KDE Dropping X11 Support: KDE announced they will end X11 support in Plasma 6.8, likely in early 2027. X11 applications will still work through XWayland compatibility, but KDE itself will only run on Wayland. This change will help KDE development be more agile by removing the need to maintain code for two display servers. The upcoming KDE 6.6 will include several improvements including media playback controls and QR code handling.

• Google Developing "Aluminum OS": Google is working on a new operating system code-named Aluminum OS (or Aluminium OS) that aims to bring Android to PC form factors with "AI at its core." This would eventually replace Chrome OS, though Google plans to maintain backward compatibility. The first release is expected in 2026 with Android 17, targeting everything from budget to high-end machines.

• Rust for Linux Down to a Single Maintainer: Alex Gaynor has formally stepped down as co-maintainer of the Rust for Linux project, leaving Miguel Ojeda as the sole maintainer. This raises concerns about the future of Rust in the Linux kernel, as having only one maintainer for such a significant codebase could be problematic if that person also steps down.

• Nix Package Manager Coming to Fedora: Fedora 44 will officially include the Nix package manager, allowing users to install Nix packages alongside traditional Fedora packages. Nix supports single-user package installations similar to AppImage or Flatpak, making it easier to install certain applications without system-wide changes.

• Linux 6.18 Release and 7.0 on the Horizon: Linux kernel 6.18 is expected to be released soon and will likely become this year's LTS (Long Term Support) kernel. The next release cycle will open the 6.19 merge window, but after that, the expectation is that Linus Torvalds will skip 6.20 in favor of a 7.0 release in 2024.

• Collabora Office as a New Open Source Office Option: Collabora has released a desktop version of their Office suite for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Based on LibreOffice core technology but with a cleaner interface and no Java dependencies, it offers an alternative that looks more like Microsoft Office while remaining open source.

• Command Line Tools Worth Exploring: The hosts shared several useful command line tools including Podliner (a text-based podcast player), ss (socket statistics tool that works faster than netstat), and the surprising capability to run Linux on ESP32-S3 microcontrollers used in devices like the Hackaday SuperCon badge.
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How do I increase my productivity and decrease distractions? Is it possible to reclaim my time? How can I get more organized? And can I do it all with ADHD?

Welcome to the I’m Busy Being Awesome Podcast, where we dive into each of these questions and so much more.

Every week, life coach and ADHDer Paula Engebretson brings you her best strategies to boost your productivity, manage your time, get organized, and follow through on your goals. 

Whether you're a fellow ADHDer, you identify with ADHD tendencies, or you simply want to take your productivity to the next level, this podcast is for you. 

Are you busy being awesome?

Episode 331: ADHD Impatience - The Secret Tip To Handle It With Ease

I'm Busy Being Awesome

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- The ADHD Impatience Trap: Impatience in ADHD brains stems from differences in the prefrontal cortex, where the "security checkpoint" for impulse control is unreliable. This creates a cycle: a trigger occurs (like a slow-moving person), frustration builds, we react impulsively (interrupting, sighing), then shame and guilt follow, draining our emotional reserves further.

- Why Forcing Patience Fails: Trying to suppress impatience only makes it worse for three key reasons: it overloads executive functions that are already compromised in ADHD; it leads to emotional masking (appearing calm while internally seething); and it creates internal conflict between our frustration and self-criticism.

- The Essential Mindset Shift: The path to genuine patience begins with being patient with your own impatience. This means treating impatience as a messenger rather than an enemy - it's providing data about what your brain needs, not evidence of a character flaw.

- Self-Compassion as Foundation: Drawing from Dr. Kristin Neff's research, patience requires three components: self-kindness instead of judgment, recognizing common humanity (you're not alone in this experience), and mindfulness (observing feelings without being consumed by them).

- Strategy #1: Reframe Your Narrative: When impatience hits, try creating alternative explanations for the situation. For example, if someone is speaking slowly, consider they might be nervous, passionate, or afraid of being misunderstood rather than intentionally wasting time.

- Strategy #2: Outsource Your Patience: Create external structures to make waiting easier. If waiting for someone who runs late, bring a book, listen to a podcast, or play a game on your phone to give your brain the stimulation it craves during downtime.

- Strategy #3: The 24-Hour Rule: For non-urgent but emotionally charged decisions, wait 24 hours before acting. This cooling-off period allows your prefrontal cortex to come back online for more intentional decision-making.

- Strategy #4: Regulate Your Body First: Physical movement can help release the restless energy of impatience. Simple activities like jumping jacks, walking stairs, or dancing to a song can reset your nervous system and release dopamine to help balance emotions.
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The World Today is a comprehensive current affairs program which backgrounds, analyses, interprets and encourages debate on events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.

Energy grid warning over infrastructure gap

The World Today

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Energy Grid Infrastructure Gaps Pose Blackout Risk: Australia's energy market operator (AEMO) warns of potential blackouts on the east coast as early as 2027, following the retirement of the nation's largest coal-fired power station, Araring. Investment delays in critical infrastructure, particularly synchronous condensers which stabilize the grid, threaten power security as coal plants close. While New South Wales is accelerating delivery of this technology, it may still arrive too late, potentially requiring Araring to continue operations until 2029.

Russian Intelligence Views West Conflict as Existential: Russian investigative journalist Andrei Soldatov reveals that Russian intelligence agencies view their current conflict with the West as the "third round" of a century-long war, following the collapses of the Russian Empire and Soviet Union. This perspective has led to unprecedented levels of sabotage activity against Europe, beyond what occurred during the Cold War. As Russia's army and intelligence agencies gain power through the Ukraine conflict, they are increasingly involved in peace negotiations.

Devastating Floods Across Southeast Asia: A powerful cyclone has left approximately 900 people dead and hundreds missing across Southeast Asia. Heavy monsoon rains have caused flash flooding and landslides in Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka, with the worst flooding in decades in some areas. Over 80,000 residents have been evacuated, while Tropical Cyclone Ditwa now approaches southern India. Sri Lanka's president described it as "the largest and most challenging natural disaster" in the country's history.

Opticom Decommissioning Free-to-Air TV Service: Private fiber optic network provider Opticom is discontinuing free-to-air television service for about 10% of their customers, citing aging infrastructure. This affects tens of thousands of Australians, forcing them to install antennas or use streaming services instead. The change particularly impacts retirement communities and multi-story buildings where installing antennas would be prohibitively expensive. Customers also report frequent internet outages, with current legislation leaving regulators with limited powers over infrastructure providers.

New Lending Regulations Target High Debt-to-Income Ratios: From February, the Australian Prudential and Regulatory Authority (APRA) will require banks to limit new home loans with high debt-to-income ratios to 20% of their mortgage lending. This measure aims to reduce risky loans that could lead to defaults and potential housing market crashes. Similar regulations in countries like Norway have been shown to depress house prices while preventing systemic risk in the loan sector.

Fishing Restrictions Help Control Crown of Thorns Starfish: Scientists have found that fishing restrictions implemented in 2004 are helping control crown of thorns starfish outbreaks on the Great Barrier Reef. These starfish can reproduce in plague proportions and devour up to 90% of coral in affected areas. Protected fish species either directly eat the starfish or are part of a food chain that controls starfish populations. This ecological success story works alongside manual control efforts where divers hunt and kill starfish with vinegar injections, though researchers warn climate change will limit effectiveness in the future.
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A science guy from the deep south (Destin) and a humanities guy from the wild west (Matt Whitman) discuss deep questions with varying levels of maturity.

217 - When Was Peak Comedy?

No Dumb Questions

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- Evolution of Sitcom Eras: The hosts discuss three distinct eras of sitcoms: the laugh-track heavy wholesome shows of their childhood (like The Cosby Show), the more mature 90s sitcoms (Seinfeld, Friends), and the "golden age" of the 2000s with shows like Arrested Development, The Office, 30 Rock, Parks and Recreation, and Community. They note how sitcoms evolved from having laugh tracks to more naturalistic humor that allows viewers to sit with awkwardness.

- Decline in Shared Cultural Experiences: A significant point of discussion is how modern entertainment lacks the cultural unification that past sitcoms provided. They compare viewership numbers, noting that a random episode of Seinfeld from 1993 had approximately 30 million viewers (about 12% of the U.S. population), while today's most popular sitcoms combined struggle to achieve the same numbers despite a larger population.

- Differing Values of Media Consumption: The hosts explore how different forms of media engagement vary in impact and value. They agree that 100,000 podcast downloads has more meaningful engagement than 1 million TikTok views, as podcasts represent deeper, more attentive consumption compared to the fleeting, often algorithm-driven nature of short-form content.

- Cultural Education Through Film: Matt and Destin share their approaches to exposing their children to classic comedies and films, with Destin maintaining a "sacred list" of movies his children need to see before leaving home. They discuss titles like Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Napoleon Dynamite, Dodgeball, Back to the Future, and others they consider essential cultural touchstones.

- Social Media's Impact on Attention: They reflect on how ephemeral content like Instagram stories and reels can negatively affect one's presence and relationships. Matt shares candid feedback about how Destin's previous social media habits made him less present during their time together, noting a significant positive change when Destin stopped creating daily content.

- The Value of Shared Cultural References: The hosts demonstrate the power of shared cultural references through their ability to rap lyrics from "Ice Ice Baby" and discuss how these common touchpoints create bonds between people who might otherwise have nothing in common. They worry that today's fragmented media landscape makes these universal cultural connections increasingly rare.

- Comedy's Role in Society: The conversation touches on how comedy has changed over time, with the hosts expressing concern about the current state of comedy. They discuss how previous eras struck a balance where all ideologies were subject to humor without crossing into excessive offensiveness or raunch, contrasting with today's more polarized comedy landscape.
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Ed Balls and George Osborne take us behind closed doors into the rooms where decisions are made. Having battled it out across the despatch box, the former Chancellor and shadow chancellor now meet in the studio to discuss the decisions that affect the nation’s pockets. Our frenemies have the knowledge and experience to explain how good politics follows the economics - and expose how the powerful become powerless when faced with market forces and political currents they can’t control. Join us every Thursday. Send your messages or voice notes to questions@politicalcurrency.co.uk Find us on social media @polcurrency Political Currency is a Persephonica production. <a target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href="https://open.acast.com/public/patreon/fanSubscribe/12007598">Subscribe now on Patreon</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.

EMQs: How much power do chancellors have?

Political Currency

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The Relationship Between Prime Ministers and Chancellors: The podcast explores how effective Chancellor-Prime Minister relationships involve both collaboration and challenge. Ed Balls notes that Gordon Brown often prevented Tony Blair from making bad policy decisions and vice versa. George Osborne reflects on his relationship with David Cameron, suggesting he was perhaps more deferential than Brown was to Blair, partly due to respecting the Prime Minister's role and partly because of the coalition government context.

Minimum Wage Increases and Small Business Impact: A restaurant owner raises concerns about how minimum wage increases affect her business costs beyond just the lowest-paid employees, as everyone demands proportional raises. Ed Balls explains that the impact depends on various economic factors including market elasticity and businesses' ability to pass costs to consumers. While research has disproven that minimum wage increases always cost jobs, the podcast acknowledges legitimate concerns about the recent rapid increases in the UK's minimum wage.

Political Traditions and Parliamentary Procedure: The hosts discuss why the Leader of the Opposition traditionally responds to the budget instead of the Shadow Chancellor. They speculate this convention dates back to the 19th century when the role of Shadow Chancellor didn't exist as it does today, but admit they aren't entirely certain of the historical origins.

Dream Jobs Beyond Politics: When asked about their dream jobs, Ed Balls mentions wanting to be a primary school teacher, while George Osborne says he would have enjoyed being a film director or an architect - careers where one can leave a lasting mark on society.

Reflections on Political Decisions: Osborne reflects on decisions he might have handled differently, including not pushing back harder on the EU referendum and missing the opportunity to intervene early in NHS reforms under Andrew Lansley. He notes that the Conservative Party was more unified in 2010 than it became in later years.

Chancellor-Prime Minister Dynamics in Different Contexts: The hosts discuss how the dynamic between Prime Minister and Chancellor differs depending on whether there's a large majority government or a coalition. In a coalition, external challenges come from coalition partners, whereas with a large majority, the cabinet needs to provide internal challenge.

Political History Lessons for Current Leaders: The hosts suggest that current leaders like Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves can learn from previous Prime Minister-Chancellor relationships. They note that in early months, Starmer appeared to be hands-off with Treasury matters, whereas a Prime Minister should offer political challenge to Treasury proposals.
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Award-winning podcast of true stories of the paranormal, supernatural, legends, lore, the strange and bizarre, true crime, conspiracy, mysterious, macabre, unsolved and unexplained -- seven days a week! Hosted by professional voice actor Darren Marlar, named one of the “Best Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal.

A Demon Was Buried Under This Temple! Here's What They Dug Up

Weird Darkness: Paranormal & True Crime Stories

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- The Devil's Skeleton Unearthed: In 1865, the Los Angeles Herald reported the discovery of what was claimed to be Satan's skeleton under a Japanese temple. The remains featured a skull nearly a foot wide, 28 sharp interlocking teeth, a 6-inch mouth, and three-toed feet with claw-like nails. The bones were smuggled to America and examined by experts, who concluded it was an elaborate Japanese fabrication combining bones from bovine, equine, human, and shark families, likely created by priests to instill fear.

- The Mysterious Case of Charles Jamison: In 1945, an unidentified man was brought by ambulance to Boston's U.S. Public Health Service Hospital. Despite extensive efforts to discover his identity, including fingerprint searches and photo circulation, his true identity remained a mystery. The man, who had tattoos suggesting naval service, suffered from amnesia and paralysis, living in the hospital until his death in 1975 without anyone ever discovering who he really was.

- Living Between Two Realities: Author Carolyn Levitt experienced remarkably vivid dreams during a medically induced coma that continued long after she recovered. These dreams featured a consistent alternate town where she lived, with familiar streets, people, and even an apartment that evolved over time. The dreams were so vivid that she consulted with a quantum physicist about parallel universes, wondering if her coma had somehow connected her to an alternate reality.

- The Boscombe Down Incident: In September 1994, a mysterious aircraft reportedly crashed during takeoff at RAF Boscombe Down in England. Witnesses described the aircraft being quickly covered with tarpaulins while surrounded by emergency vehicles. The incident involved unusual security measures including UK Special Forces, and the aircraft was eventually loaded onto a USAF C5 Galaxy and flown to the United States. Despite eyewitness accounts, both British and American authorities denied the incident occurred, fueling speculation about a classified "black" aircraft project.

- Theories About the Boscombe Down Mystery: Various theories emerged about what might have crashed that night, including the rumored "Astra" stealth reconnaissance aircraft, the high-speed "Aurora" spy plane, or the "TR3A Black Manta." Some experts suggest it might have been a captured foreign aircraft being tested. Despite decades of investigation by journalists and aviation experts, the true nature of the aircraft remains classified and unknown.
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History! The most exciting and important things that have ever happened on the planet. Powerful kings, warrior queens, nomads, empires and expeditions. Historian Dan Snow and his expert guests bring all these stories to life and more in a daily dose of history. Join Dan as he digs into the past to make sense of the headlines and get up close to the biggest discoveries being made around the world today, as they happen. If you want to get in touch with the podcast, you can email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ds.hh@historyhit.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ds.hh@historyhit.com</a>, we'd love to hear from you!

How to Survive the Age of Sail

Dan Snow's History Hit

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- The Age of Sail and its Global Impact: The period from the 16th to 19th century was transformative for the world, as Western Europeans built complex ocean-going ships that enabled exploration, colonization, and trade. These vessels were the most sophisticated objects created by humans at that time, requiring incredible resources like 20 miles of rope and hundreds of oak trees for a single ship.

- The Harsh Realities of Life at Sea: Conditions aboard ships were brutal and often deadly. Sailors faced cramped living conditions (only 14 inches of sleeping space per person), disease, scurvy (where old wounds would reopen and teeth would loosen), and brutal discipline including floggings. As Dan Snow notes, modern equipment and experience can't truly replicate how challenging this life was.

- Press Gangs and Naval Recruitment: When the Royal Navy needed men, particularly during wartime, they would use "press gangs" to forcibly recruit sailors, often targeting experienced mariners in port towns and pubs. While some volunteered for adventure or social advancement, many were coerced into service and could be forced to stay at sea for years.

- Shipboard Hierarchy and Leadership: Unlike the army, where wealthy individuals could buy commissions without experience, naval officers generally needed practical knowledge. The Royal Navy developed a relatively professional system where merit mattered alongside patronage, and good captains learned that effective leadership (rather than just punishment) was necessary to maintain an effective crew.

- Mortality at Sea: More sailors died from disease and shipwrecks than in battles. Accidents were common and devastating—the sinking of HMS Royal George off Portsmouth killed more British sailors than the Battle of Trafalgar. When ships sank, hundreds could die instantly in horrific circumstances.

- The Cosmopolitan Nature of Crews: Ships were remarkably diverse spaces where multiple languages were spoken and crews included people of various ethnicities and backgrounds. Irish sailors were particularly prevalent, with many serving at the Battle of Trafalgar.

- Sea Battles and Medical Horror: Naval battles involved ships engaging at extremely close range, with devastating artillery fire causing horrific injuries. Surgeons operated below decks, sawing off limbs with increasingly blunt tools as they worked through the queue of wounded men.
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Welcome to the Doc Talk Podcast, where the spirit of sports comes alive through candid conversations, expert analysis, and the kind of insider perspectives that only decades in the game can bring. Celebrating our 10th year, we’ve honed a unique niche that resonates with fans across the board, emphasizing Nebraska football, the craft beer scene, and the ever-thrilling world of sports betting. Our commitment? To keep you engaged and informed all year round.

2025 Episode 20: Iowa 40 Nebraska 16: What's Next For The Huskers?

Husker Doc Talk

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Disappointing End to Nebraska's Season: Nebraska closed the regular season with a 40-16 loss to Iowa, finishing 7-5 despite having what was considered one of the easiest schedules in the Big Ten. This marked Iowa's 10th win in the last 11 games against Nebraska, with Kirk Ferentz having more Big Ten wins at Memorial Stadium than Matt Rhule.

Identity Crisis for the Huskers: A key theme discussed was Nebraska's lack of team identity, contrasted with Iowa's clear philosophy built around strong line play, good defense, and solid special teams. While Nebraska made some progress on offense and special teams this year, they took a significant step back on defense.

Coaching Staff Concerns: The hosts identified several coaching positions that need evaluation: defensive coordinator, defensive line coach, offensive line coach, and potentially offensive coordinator. The loss of former defensive coordinator Tony White and defensive line coach Terence Knighton was highlighted as particularly damaging to the program's development.

Emmett Johnson's Standout Season: Running back Emmett Johnson was praised as the one bright spot of Nebraska's season. His work ethic was highlighted—particularly how he caught 200 passes daily in practice to improve his receiving skills—as an example of the commitment level needed throughout the program.

Line Play Deficiencies: Both offensive and defensive line play was identified as problematic. Nebraska's inability to stop the run was evident in losses to Minnesota, Penn State, and Iowa, while the offensive line struggled outside of the interior positions.

Quarterback Situation: The hosts agreed that quarterback play wasn't the problem this season, expressing comfort with either TJ Latief or Dylan Raiola going forward. However, there was discussion about rumors of Raiola potentially entering the transfer portal.

Looking Ahead to 2026: Examining next year's schedule, the hosts predicted Nebraska could be looking at another 7-5 type season, with several challenging games including Ohio State, Washington, and road games at Iowa and Oregon.

College Football Coaching Carousel: The podcast covered major coaching changes across college football, particularly Lane Kiffin's move from Ole Miss to LSU. The hosts discussed the expectations at LSU (national championship or bust) and speculated about other coaching vacancies at schools like Michigan State and Penn State.

Developing a Winning Culture: The hosts emphasized the importance of player-driven improvement, suggesting Nebraska players should follow Emmett Johnson's example of going above and beyond in training and preparation to elevate the program.

NIL and Transfer Portal Impact: Discussion included how the transfer portal and NIL deals have changed college football dynamics, making it harder for programs to maintain stability and forcing teams to essentially "brace for everyone entering the portal" after each season.

Bowl Game and Future Plans: The podcast will return in mid-December to discuss Nebraska's bowl game assignment and potential roster/coaching changes. The hosts also mentioned plans to feature more interviews in future episodes during the offseason.
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A deeper look into golf improvement. Adam Young and Jon Sherman provide real, actionable game-improvement advice for golfers of all levels. If you want to take your game to the next level, this is the podcast for you.

A 15 Handicap Tries to Go Pro w/ Tom Coyne

The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

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• Tom Coyne's "Paper Tiger" Journey: In his book "Paper Tiger," Tom documented his year-long experiment to see how good he could get at golf with unlimited resources. He moved to Florida, hired coaches, a physical trainer, and a mental coach, and played 542 consecutive days of golf. Starting as approximately a 10 handicap, he improved to a plus-1 handicap at his peak, but discovered that even this impressive level was far from professional caliber.

• The "Scratch is Shit" Revelation: One of the most quoted lines from Coyne's book highlights the vast gap between recreational and professional golf. Despite reaching the top 1% of all golfers (plus handicap), Coyne found himself completely outmatched in professional qualifying events, revealing the immense talent pyramid in golf where even exceptional amateur players are "dead money" in professional qualifiers.

• Physical Transformation: A major benefit of Coyne's journey was his physical improvement. He worked with a golf-specific trainer daily (uncommon 20 years ago), lost weight, gained strength, and improved flexibility. This physical conditioning allowed his body to perform the movements required for better golf, something he notes is harder to achieve now that he's older.

• The Mental Challenge of Competition: Coyne struggled with feeling like an outsider in competitive environments. While working with mental coach Dr. Bob Winters, he learned that elite players have a unique focus where they're completely absorbed in their own game rather than noticing others around them. As a writer who naturally observes everything, this presented a fundamental challenge.

• Improvement Process and Technical Changes: Working with instructor Doc Suddy, Coyne spent much of the year trying to get his clubface from shut to neutral at the top of his swing. Interestingly, in a recent lesson 20 years later, he was advised to return to a slightly closed face due to his changing physical capabilities - highlighting how swing changes must adapt to one's body over time.

• The Talent vs. Hard Work Debate: Through his experience, Coyne concluded that talent ultimately separates players at the highest levels. The difference between someone who shoots 66 versus 72 isn't visible on the driving range - it comes down to intangibles like a winning mindset and the ability to simplify the game under pressure. As someone advised him, "If you're going to be good at this, you've got to get a little bit dumber" - elite golf requires less overthinking.

• "Quiet, Please" - A New Book from The Golfers Journal: Coyne discussed his work on a new coffee table book for The Golfers Journal members. The large-format hardback features photography by Christian Hafer and Ko Giacchino paired with Coyne's reflective writings about golf's meaningful moments - from the sounds of the game to playing with friends and family. The physical nature of the book intentionally creates a pause from our digital world, similar to how golf itself provides an escape.

• A Return to Physical Media: Both Coyne and the hosts discussed how The Golfers Journal's commitment to print publications offers a valuable counterbalance to digital content consumption. The tactile experience of a physical book or magazine forces readers to slow down and focus in a way that digital content with "50 tabs open" does not allow.

• The Experience of Time in Golf: One recurring theme in "Quiet, Please" is how golf creates unique temporal experiences - from racing to finish before darkness falls to the infinite feeling of standing over a golf ball. These moments, while seemingly small, become profound when reflected upon later.

• The Golfers Journal Community: Coyne emphasized how The Golfers Journal has built a community (The Broken Tee Society) focused on creating value for its members through premium content, experiences, and limited items like the "Quiet, Please" book.
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Welcome to The Wellness Scoop! Join Ella Mills, founder of Deliciously Ella, and Registered Nutritionist and founder of Rhitrition, Rhiannon Lambert every Monday for your weekly health inspiration.
 
Each episode delivers the latest wellness news, expert advice, and personal recommendations from Ella and Rhiannon—simple swaps, easy ideas, and realistic tips to help you live healthier, no matter how busy life gets.
 
Tune in to start your week feeling informed, inspired, and armed with tools to build a healthier, happier life!  

Food, Mood and the 2026 Wellness Trends to Watch!

The Wellness Scoop

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• The Lancet's UPF Event in Parliament: Rhiannon attended a landmark event featuring Carlos Montero, founder of the NOVA scale that categorizes ultra-processed foods. New research papers linking UPFs to chronic diseases were presented, with discussions on how to better communicate food processing levels to consumers. A proposed solution is a dual labeling system that indicates both the NOVA category (1-4) and a traffic light scale showing the food's overall health impact, allowing products like baby formula to be marked as both category 4 (highly processed) but potentially beneficial.

• Rising Early Onset Bowel Cancer Linked to UPFs: A major study published in JAMA Oncology found that women under 50 who consume more ultra-processed foods have a 45% higher risk of developing adenomas (polyps that can progress to bowel cancer). Women consuming approximately 9.9 servings of UPFs daily showed significantly higher risk compared to those consuming 3.3 servings, even after adjusting for factors like BMI, smoking, and physical activity. Researchers suggest this connection may be due to UPFs' links to inflammation, gut lining damage, and microbiome disruption.

• Art Galleries as Wellness Spaces: Recent research shows that visiting art galleries and viewing original artwork can lower cortisol (stress hormone) levels by approximately 22% and reduce key inflammatory markers by nearly 30%. The immersive experience of being absorbed in art creates a sense of connection and improves mood, suggesting the health benefits of cultural experiences that take us away from screens and everyday stressors.

• Multilingualism and Biological Aging: A study published in Nature Aging analyzed data from over 86,000 people across 27 European countries and found that speaking multiple languages is associated with slower biological aging. Those who spoke several languages had a significantly smaller gap between their biological and chronological age, with the most protective effects observed in people who were trilingual or spoke more languages. The mental gymnastics required to juggle different languages may support healthier cognitive aging.

• Alarming Rise in Children's Blood Pressure: Global rates of hypertension in children and teenagers under 19 have nearly doubled, rising from 3.2% in 2000 to 6.2% in 2020, affecting approximately 114 million young people worldwide. An additional 8.2% have pre-hypertension. The trend is particularly concerning for teenagers, with 11.8% showing elevated blood pressure, and for children with obesity (19% had hypertension compared to 3% of children at healthy weights). This public health crisis is linked to ultra-processed diets high in salt, saturated fat, and sugar, combined with increasingly sedentary lifestyles.

• The "Beige Blanket Effect" of GLP-1 Medications: A piece in The Cut examined the emotional side effects of GLP-1 weight loss medications, describing what some users call a "beige blanket effect." While these drugs effectively reduce food cravings by dampening dopamine reward pathways, many users report experiencing emotional blunting that extends beyond food—describing their overall emotional state as "muted," "flat," or lacking excitement and pleasure. This raises questions about the broader quality-of-life impacts of these increasingly popular medications.

• Seven Wellness Trends for 2026: Emerging wellness trends include bone health gaining attention (with more focus on calcium and vitamin D), creatine supplements rising in popularity (particularly beneficial for vegetarians and vegans), "ping minimalism" (setting digital boundaries), infrared workouts like hot Pilates, comprehensive health MOTs becoming more common, cellular health and mitochondrial function entering mainstream consciousness, and fiber becoming a major focus with the recognition that only 4% of people currently consume enough.
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A window into our world, through in-depth storytelling from the BBC. Investigating, reporting and uncovering true stories from everywhere. Award-winning journalism, unheard voices, amazing culture and global issues. From far-right voters in Europe, to the last Christians of Gaza, to the rise of the Myanmar resistance, to the Three Million mini-series on the Bengal Famine, The Documentary investigates major global stories. We delve into social media, take you into the minds of the world’s most creative people and explore personal approaches to spirituality. Every week, we also bring together people from around the globe to discuss how news stories are affecting their lives. A new episode most days, all year round. From our BBC World Service teams at: Assignment, Heart and Soul, In the Studio, OS Conversations, The Fifth Floor and Trending.

Joana Vasconcelos: Mask of mirrors

The Documentary Podcast

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Joana Vasconcelos: Creating Monumental Art: Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos is known for her large-scale sculptural pieces that have been exhibited in prestigious venues worldwide. With a team of 57 employees in her massive Lisbon studio complex, she creates monumental works that challenge traditional expectations of art and materials.

"I'll Be Your Mirror": The documentary follows the creation of a giant Venetian mask made of 502 bronze mirror frames for the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. Named after Lou Reed's song, the sculpture stands six meters wide and four meters tall, weighing nearly two tons, and features double-sided mirrors that create different experiences when viewed from different angles.

The Concept Behind the Mask: The sculpture explores the idea of identity and removing one's metaphorical masks. Joana explains that the piece invites viewers to reflect on their authentic selves, while also literally reflecting the viewers in its mirrors. The work represents a significant moment in her 23-year career, coinciding with her exhibition at the prestigious Guggenheim.

Collaborative Studio Process: The creation process involves multiple departments including architecture, production, and finance. The journey from concept to creation begins with Joana's sketches, then moves to technical drawings, budgeting, and finally production. While the artistic vision is Joana's alone, the execution requires a team of skilled craftspeople working across specialized studios.

Meticulous Attention to Detail: Joana is intimately involved in every aspect of the sculpture's creation, from the precise angle of each frame to the polishing of the bronze to bring out its golden color. Her exacting standards and personal oversight of even the smallest details are credited as key factors in her success as an artist.

Challenging the "Solitary Artist" Myth: Joana points out that the romantic image of the artist as a solitary figure is largely a 19th-century construct. While artistic decisions remain solely hers, the execution of monumental works has historically required teams of artisans, and her studio continues this tradition. She notes this collaborative approach is one reason why few women work in monumental sculpture.

The Transformative Moment: When the first mirror is installed into the bronze frame, there's a palpable sense of the artwork coming alive. The reflective quality creates unexpected brightness and depth that surpasses Joana's expectations, making the conceptual connection to Lou Reed's lyrics even more meaningful.
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Apresentado pelo autor best-seller e Mestre em Ciências do Esporte pela USP, Joel Jota promove conversas sobre diversos assuntos relacionados a auto e alta performance usando de cenário situações do dia a dia. 

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Jota Jota Podcast

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The Power of Self-Belief: Monday is described as the perfect day to remember what truly matters. Self-belief can be transformative, while letting others' negative opinions affect you can be detrimental to your progress and confidence.

Resilience and Perseverance: The podcast emphasizes the importance of never giving up, suggesting that persistence is key to achieving goals despite setbacks or challenges.

Mental Strength: Developing mental fortitude by cultivating self-confidence today can change your future outcomes and help you overcome obstacles.

Rejecting Negative Opinions: Nothing can bring you down faster than believing the wrong opinions about yourself from others. Learning to filter external feedback is essential for maintaining your path.

Personal Growth: The podcast touches on themes of self-knowledge, high performance, and real-life progress that come from trusting your own capabilities rather than doubting yourself based on others' perspectives.
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Join How to Be a Better Human as we take a look within and beyond ourselves.

How to Be a Better Human isn’t your average self improvement podcast. Each week join comedian Chris Duffy in conversation with guests and past speakers as they uncover sharp insights and give clear takeaways on how YOU can be a better human.

From your work to your home and your head to your heart, How to Be a Better Human looks in unexpected places for new ways to improve and show up for one another. Inspired by the popular series of the same name on TED’s Ideas blog, How to Be a Better Human will help you become a better person from the comfort of your own headphones.

How to find small delights in an uncontrollable world (w/ Sarah Kay)

How to Be a Better Human

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# Sarah Kay's Insights on Finding Connection in a Chaotic World

The Power of New York City: Sarah Kay grew up in New York City, which significantly shaped her identity and artistic sensibilities. She reflects that growing up in such a vibrant, complex place impacted her deeply, while acknowledging the paradox that "the place that I'm from has never cared about me in any way, shape or form."

Poetry as a Communal Experience: Sarah discovered spoken word poetry as a teenager at the Bowery Poetry Club, which transformed her understanding of poetry from a solitary pursuit to a communal experience. This New York dive bar became her weekly destination, exposing her to renowned poets and teaching her the power of shared artistic experiences.

Finding Connection Through Presence: One of Sarah's core philosophies is being fully present with others. She learned that simply thinking about someone isn't enough—you need to demonstrate care through concrete actions, whether that's a text message, a phone call, or a small gift.

The Value of In-Person Community: Both Sarah and host Chris Duffy emphasize how being in physical community with others counters feelings of despair about global issues. Sarah notes that while we can't control many world events, we can direct our "time, attention and curiosity" toward others.

Meaningful Local Impact: The conversation highlights poet Hanif Abdurraqib's approach to community in Columbus, Ohio, where he maintains deep connections with neighbors, local businesses, and mentees. This localized focus allows for meaningful impact rather than spreading efforts too thinly across many causes.

Embracing Vulnerability: Sarah encourages moving through life with "arms open" rather than crossed defensively. This openness allows us to be affected by the world around us, which can lead to more heartbreak but also enables us to notice beauty and form deeper connections.

Finding Joy in Small Wonders: Sarah's poem about finding a starfish "miles from any shoreline" exemplifies her philosophy of lingering on unexpected moments of wonder. She reminds us that "we are surrounded by miraculous phenomena," and it's okay to take breaks from global concerns to appreciate small delights.

Inside Jokes as Acts of Love: Sarah values the effort of creating and maintaining inside jokes as a profound form of connection. She describes it as "a deep sign of love" when someone calibrates their brain to remember specific details that will bring joy to another person.

Cultivating Attention as Practice: Throughout the conversation, Sarah emphasizes that noticing things—whether it's people, moments, or unexpected wonders—requires practice and intention. This cultivation of attention becomes a way of being in relationship with the world.

Poetry as Focused Attention: Sarah describes poetry as "pouring my attention in a direction" and an invitation to readers to stay in that moment of focus with her. Her writing becomes a way of suggesting that certain moments are worthy of lingering upon.
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Political and geopolitical analysis from the world's top experts, hosted by Dan Senor.

Netanyahu Seeks Pardon - with Amit Segal and Nadav Eyal

Call Me Back - with Dan Senor

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Netanyahu's pardon request - what's involved: Prime Minister Netanyahu submitted a formal request to President Isaac Herzog for a pardon in his corruption trial, which includes an 111-page letter arguing that a pardon would allow him to focus on advancing Israel's interests and mend social rifts. Notably, Netanyahu's request contains no apology or admission of guilt, nor an offer to step away from politics.

The underlying bargain: Netanyahu's letter hints that if his legal troubles are resolved, he might end his pursuit of judicial reform and controversial media market changes. This suggests the judicial overhaul he pushed after being indicted may have been primarily a bargaining chip to eventually secure a pardon.

Presidential authority in question: Under Israeli law, the President has broad authority to pardon offenders, but typically this applies to those already convicted. A key precedent is the "300 Bus Affair" from the 1980s where President Chaim Herzog (father of the current president) pardoned Shin Bet officials before trial for killing captured terrorists.

A polarizing legal case: The corruption cases against Netanyahu are complex and controversial. Netanyahu's defenders argue they represent unprecedented legal overreach and that the bribery case (Case 4000) has collapsed during the trial. Critics counter that Netanyahu has deliberately prolonged proceedings and that the cases involve legitimate concerns about receiving gifts worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Israeli political implications: The pardon request places President Herzog in a difficult position - if he grants it without Netanyahu stepping down, he'll be criticized by half the country; if he denies it, Netanyahu will likely campaign against the "leftist" establishment. Either way, the request shifts public attention away from Netanyahu's other controversial moves like the Ultra-Orthodox army exemption bill.

The Netanyahu effect on Israeli politics: Netanyahu's long tenure and legal troubles have transformed Israeli politics from ideological left-right debates into a referendum on Netanyahu himself. This has created unusual political alignments where former right-wing figures now lead the center-left opposition, united primarily by opposition to Netanyahu rather than shared ideology.

The "enough is enough" factor: Many Israeli politicians who previously worked with Netanyahu, including right-wingers like Lieberman and Bennett, refuse to join coalitions with him - not necessarily because of the corruption charges, but because of a pattern of broken agreements and his extremely long tenure in power.
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The latest news in five minutes. Updated hourly.

NPR News: 11-30-2025 11PM EST

NPR News Now

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National Guard Shooting Investigation: Homeland Security Secretary Christine Noem suggested that an Afghan national suspected of shooting two National Guard members in Washington D.C. entered the U.S. unvetted during the Biden administration. However, no evidence has been provided to support claims of improper vetting, and the suspect was reportedly granted asylum by the Trump administration earlier in the year.

Congressional Retirement Wave: Republican Representative Troy Nels announced he will not seek reelection in 2026, citing a desire to spend more time with family. His identical twin brother, Trevor Nels, has launched a campaign for the same congressional seat. A record number of lawmakers are retiring this Congress, with 10 senators and 42 House members announcing they won't seek reelection.

Gaza's Economic Collapse: A UN report indicates Gaza's economy has collapsed to approximately 10% of its pre-war level. About 80% of the population is now unemployed, and inflation has reached nearly 240%. The GDP per capita has plummeted to just $161 annually, compared to $60,000 in Israel. Recovery is expected to take decades of ceasefire and reconstruction.

Switzerland Rejects Women's Service Referendum: Swiss voters overwhelmingly rejected a proposal requiring women to perform national service or civil duties similar to men's current obligations. More than 84% voted against the "Citizen Service Initiative," with none of the country's 26 cantons supporting it.

Native American Representation in Animation: "POW," a new animated short film being distributed to schools, aims to provide authentic representation of modern Native American life. Created by Joey Clift, a member of the Cowlitz Indian tribe, the film follows a Native kid at a powwow who initially shows little interest in the cultural event, reflecting Clift's own childhood experiences.

Box Office Success for "Zootopia 2": Disney's "Zootopia 2" has broken records with a $96 million domestic opening weekend and $156 million over the five-day holiday. With international sales included, the film has already earned $556 million, making it the highest international opening ever for an animated movie.
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Polymarket, CRISPR Kids, Lamine Yamal

60 Minutes

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Polymarket: Prediction Markets and Betting on Future Events: Polymarket is an online platform founded by Shane Copeland where users bet on various outcomes ranging from elections to cultural events. The site offers around 10,000 questions for users to wager on, with odds reflecting the collective wisdom of betters. During the 2024 presidential election, Polymarket correctly predicted Trump's victory when polls showed a close race, demonstrating its ability to forecast outcomes through crowd wisdom.

The Mechanics of Prediction Markets: Unlike polls that measure voting percentages, Polymarket shows the probability of different outcomes. Users make money if their predictions are correct and lose if wrong. The betting odds change in real-time as more people wager and news breaks, creating what Copeland calls "the most accurate thing we have as mankind right now."

Polymarket's Regulatory Journey: After launching without regulatory approval in 2020, Polymarket faced a $1.4 million fine from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and had to block US customers. In 2024, however, the government dropped its investigations, allowing Polymarket to acquire a legally compliant trading platform. The company received a major validation when the New York Stock Exchange owner invested $2 billion, valuing Polymarket at $9 billion.

CRISPR Kids: High School Scientists Tackling Lyme Disease: Students from Lambert High School in suburban Atlanta developed a potentially groundbreaking method to detect and treat Lyme disease using CRISPR gene editing technology. Their test can detect Lyme as early as two days after infection, compared to the current two-week window, potentially saving lives by enabling earlier treatment.

The International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Competition: The Lambert High team competed in the "science Olympics" in Paris against over 400 teams worldwide. Though they didn't win the grand prize (which went to China's Great Bay team), Lambert was the only American school to finish in the high school top 10, demonstrating their exceptional work in synthetic biology.

America's Declining Edge in Biotechnology: The segment highlights concerns about America's diminishing leadership in biotechnology. While Asia had 120 high school iGEM teams competing, the US had only 14. Stanford professor Drew Endy expressed "profound concern" about the need for more American participation in synthetic biology, noting China's national prioritization of the field.

Lamine Yamal: Soccer's Teenage Sensation: At just 18 years old, Spanish soccer player Lamine Yamal has emerged as a global sports phenomenon. Playing for FC Barcelona, he's known for extraordinary skill and creativity that has drawn comparisons to Lionel Messi. Despite his youth (he still wears braces and doesn't have a driver's license), Yamal shows remarkable maturity on the field.

From Humble Beginnings to Global Stardom: Yamal grew up in Rocafonda, a struggling North African immigrant enclave near Barcelona. Spotted by scouts at age 6, he joined Barcelona's youth academy and became the youngest player in the club's 126-year history to make his professional debut at age 15. Now earning a reported $30 million per season, he balances his meteoric rise with the challenges of fame.
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Welcome to the "Andrew Green Hypnosis" podcast, which helps you drift away into a world of tranquility and recharge your body and mind through the power of hypnosis. 

Join our expert hypnotist as he guides you through soothing and relaxing sessions designed to alleviate stress, quiet the mind, and invite deep, restorative sleep. 

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What If YOU Are the Answer — What Changes When You Transform Your Inner Voice?

Andrew Green Hypnosis

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Transforming Your Inner Voice: The session begins by highlighting Rachel Hollis's philosophy that the most powerful words are those we whisper to ourselves. The critical voice inside isn't truth but a habit that can be healed, and you are the answer to rewriting your inner dialogue with love.

Creating a Peaceful Environment: Andrew Green guides listeners to settle into a comfortable position, allowing the body to melt into the mattress and be cradled by soft blankets. This physical comfort creates the foundation for mental relaxation and inner peace.

The Meeting of Two Inner Voices: A key visualization portrays two voices within us: a loving, patient voice and a fearful, protective voice. These voices meet in understanding, with the loving voice acknowledging that the critical voice was trying to protect but no longer needs to carry this burden alone.

Transforming Protection into Support: The session frames the inner critic not as an enemy but as a well-intentioned protector that can be transformed. The once critical voice becomes a supportive coach when approached with compassion rather than resistance.

Affirmations for Self-Compassion: The bulk of the hypnosis consists of gentle, repetitive affirmations that teach the mind a new language of self-love. These include statements like "I speak to myself with kindness and love," "I am enough exactly as I am," and "I am the answer I've been looking for."

Releasing Perfectionism and Productivity: Several affirmations specifically address releasing the need to earn rest or measure worth through productivity. Statements like "I am allowed to rest without earning it" and "My worth is not measured by my productivity" help release the pressure of constant achievement.

Creating New Mental Pathways: The hypnosis explains that each repetition of positive affirmations creates new neural pathways, allowing the mind to naturally shift toward more supportive self-talk. This gradual transformation leads to deeper peace and more restful sleep.
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