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Updated: Apr 01, 2026 – 18 episodes
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John Ternus is poised to become Apple's next CEO, and many believe this could be a transformative era for the tech giant. With a strong background in hardware, Ternus might bring a fresh perspective that challenges the status quo, addressing long-standing issues within the company. This shift in leadership could be the catalyst Apple needs to evolve and adapt in a rapidly changing tech landscape.
“… Brewer, and then two years into that, I managed to upgrade to this firm no offense to Bicklin Brewer but this very large white shoe law firm called Jones Day Now how did I get that Well yes by this point I had experience at a great firm but I knew a professor from Albany Law School who had a connection at Jones Day And that professor just picked up the phone and said to this partner, you should meet her. Like it didn't, no one looked at a resume. No one looked at what I'd done in moot court. You know what I'd done during my first two years when I was at that other smaller firm, It was somebody …”
“… is simply i was at the top but you have to be like top three percent if you're in albany to get the best offers and i wasn't but i managed to like work it and get one anyway long story short what I'm trying to say is, got a great job with Bicklin Brewer, and then two years into that, I managed to upgrade to this firm no offense to Bicklin Brewer but this very large white shoe law firm called Jones Day Now how did I get that Well yes by this point I had experience at a great firm but I knew a professor from Albany Law School who had a connection at Jones Day And that professor just picked up the phone and said to this partner, you should meet her. Like it didn't, no one looked at a resume. No one looked at what I'd done in moot court. You know what I'd done during my first two years when I was at that other smaller firm, It was somebody at my small pedestrian, you know, third tier law school who knew a guy who said, this is a great gal. She's really smart and you're going to like her. He was being kind. And I went in an interview with that guy and we hit it off. And next thing I know, he brought me back for the full range of interviews that you have to go through. And I got the job …”
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A single phone call transformed my career trajectory from a small-town girl in Syracuse to a successful lawyer at a prestigious firm. Despite graduating near the top of my class, it was a connection through a professor that opened the door to my dream job, proving that sometimes, personal relationships matter more than resumes. This experience taught me the importance of joy and balance in life, reminding us that success doesn't always mean sacrificing our childhood happiness.
“Okay, so yesterday the markets jumped on the possibility of an early end to the Iran war. The Dow Jones Industrial Average actually jumped 1,000 points at close. And that demonstrates a couple of things. One, the markets like stability. They do not like instability. And also, when this is over, even when there's a perception it's going to end, the markets are going to jump. So the question isn't really whether the markets will recover because they will. Once the conflict in Iran ends, the markets will jump. The real question is, do we win? Is …”
“Okay, so yesterday the markets jumped on the possibility of an early end to the Iran war. The Dow Jones Industrial Average actually jumped 1,000 points at close. And that demonstrates a couple of things. One, the markets like stability. They do not like instability. And also, when this is over, even when there's a perception it's going to end, the markets are going to jump. So the question isn't really whether the markets will recover because they will. Once the conflict in Iran ends, the markets will jump. The real question is, do we win? Is there a long term win there? And the circumstances of victory are going to determine how robust the recovery is. If people in the markets figure that the Straits of Hormuz can be shut anytime by the Iranians, well, that's going to get priced into the market as well. Jamie Dimon of JP Morgan gets it right. He says, listen, the markets are down. They …”
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The stock market soared 1,000 points on optimism regarding a potential end to the Iran conflict. This reflects a broader truth: markets thrive on stability, but the real question lies in the long-term implications of victory and the threat posed by Iran. With support from Gulf allies, the U.S. is poised to take decisive action, potentially stabilizing the region and the markets.
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In a surprising turn, Donald Trump is reportedly panicking as U.S. special forces prepare for possible military action in Iran. This comes amid chaotic airport conditions and shutdowns of U.S. military bases and universities in the region, highlighting the escalating tensions. With media portrayals contrasting sharply with on-the-ground realities, the situation raises questions about Trump's narrative and the public's perception.
“It's a thing that, like, you have to almost grow up doing it. Right. You know, unless you're dealing, like, John Jones developed it later in his career. I saw that. He's a wizard. But he kind of, like, started implementing it, like, sort of two-thirds through his career. Did you teach him how to do that? No, no, I did not. He worked with a Taekwondo coach in Albuquerque. Okay. And he just really worked on that one technique specifically when he went up to heavyweight Because the guys would be first of all less agile mobile and also it was the kind of technique …”
“It's a thing that, like, you have to almost grow up doing it. Right. You know, unless you're dealing, like, John Jones developed it later in his career. I saw that. He's a wizard. But he kind of, like, started implementing it, like, sort of two-thirds through his career. Did you teach him how to do that? No, no, I did not. He worked with a Taekwondo coach in Albuquerque. Okay. And he just really worked on that one technique specifically when he went up to heavyweight Because the guys would be first of all less agile mobile and also it was the kind of technique We could stop a guy with one shot right and when your guys smaller than most heavyweights as John is because he was a heavyweight so he was fighting at 205 most of his career and just as a challenge decided to go up to heavyweight But he's so intelligent, he realized, like, I need a one shot that I could put people away. So he spent hours and hours …”
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In this segment, the hosts hilariously discuss the intricacies of the spinning back kick, likening it to getting hit by a car. The banter about how John Jones mastered this technique later in his career adds a humorous twist, especially when they reveal its historical roots in Taekwondo and the surprising reason why leg kicks weren't allowed in early karate competitions.
“… of the past he's our version of what's possible now wow he's that good I was hoping for the White House card, Dana would do something and pull Jon Jones out of the bag. I was hoping that as well. Yeah, I was hoping that as well. That would have been really special. Yeah, I don't know why that didn't happen. I don't know. I mean, there's Jon's version. There's the UFC's version. I don't know what was the stumbling block there. Well, I think it's fair to say him and Dana don't get on very well. I don't think it's that bad. They certainly could make a deal. I don't think it's as bad as, say, …”
“… importantly it's his mind like he doesn't make mistakes he's a he's just a force in there yeah he's the new breed you know like with every generation there's every generation builds on the success of the previous generation they all learn from the elites of the past he's our version of what's possible now wow he's that good I was hoping for the White House card, Dana would do something and pull Jon Jones out of the bag. I was hoping that as well. Yeah, I was hoping that as well. That would have been really special. Yeah, I don't know why that didn't happen. I don't know. I mean, there's Jon's version. There's the UFC's version. I don't know what was the stumbling block there. Well, I think it's fair to say him and Dana don't get on very well. I don't think it's that bad. They certainly could make a deal. I don't think it's as bad as, say, Francis Ngannou. The Francis Ngannou situation, Dana does not like him at all and won't do any business with him, period. Because that would be the fight, Francis Ngannou versus Jon Jones. Oh, my goodness. Oh, my word. That would be good. But also Alex Pereira versus Jon Jones would be the fight as well. A title doesn't mean anything. You could do the …”
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In this segment, the hosts hilariously discuss the insane striking power of fighters like Alex Pereira, with one commentator recalling a referee's shocked reaction to the 'ungodly' sound of Pereira's punches. The banter about Jon Jones and the potential matchups adds an entertaining layer, making it clear that these fighters are not just skilled, but absolutely freakish in their abilities.
“… a wrap. Yeah. If you notice MMA a lot of this these wrestlers are really doing good good The wrestlers are kind of taking over And that what makes Jon Jones because Jon was a wrestler So now he can take you down, but he can strike. Jon Jones got an 84-inch reach. He got to reach like a damn seven-footer. He got elbows. He got knees. I mean, they say he don't have power in his hands like that, but he got enough to keep you up off him. But then when he covered them knees and them elbows? Yeah. Night-night. Hey, you know him a man a little better than me. What made Khabib so good? I know his ground …”
“with the fight that I have Izzy got to stand up what's that dude took him down It was a wrap. Yeah. If you notice MMA a lot of this these wrestlers are really doing good good The wrestlers are kind of taking over And that what makes Jon Jones because Jon was a wrestler So now he can take you down, but he can strike. Jon Jones got an 84-inch reach. He got to reach like a damn seven-footer. He got elbows. He got knees. I mean, they say he don't have power in his hands like that, but he got enough to keep you up off him. But then when he covered them knees and them elbows? Yeah. Night-night. Hey, you know him a man a little better than me. What made Khabib so good? I know his ground game was phenomenal. That's it. I know that. Because once he got you down, you couldn't get him up off you. He was a big fighter. You getting taken down. No matter what. Period. And I was talking to D.C. He said, Shannon, the way these guys train over there. Yeah. It's it's hours on hours because they're it. They're they're dirt poor. They don't have …”
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MMA wrestlers are taking over the sport, and Jon Jones exemplifies this dominance with his unique skill set. His combination of wrestling and striking, along with an impressive reach, makes him a formidable opponent. Khabib Nurmagomedov's ground game showcases how effective wrestling can be, as he consistently submitted top fighters, proving that control on the ground is key to victory.
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Cazzie David shares her unexpected journey into MDMA therapy, revealing how it helped her confront her fears about turning 30 and her long-term relationship. In a vulnerable moment, she describes tripping in her therapist's lap, leading to profound self-discovery and a newfound awareness of her body. This candid experience highlights the complexities and realities of using psychedelics for personal growth.
“… with Office Connections. Oh, yeah. He was in The Devil Wears Prada, starring Emily Blunt. He was in Celeste and Jesse Forever, starring Rashida Jones. and he was in The Giant Mechanical Man starring me. Yay! He is also supposedly real-life friends with Nicholas D'Agosto, a.k.a. Hunter. We're going to have to ask him about that when he comes on the show. Oh, yeah. We have lots to ask him.”
“… he's refused. No, he has not. I'm kidding. We are going to have him on. You guys, Rich is probably most well-known for his role as Harry Crane on Mad Men. But he's also acted in such shows as Wet Hot American Summer, the TV series, as well as many movies with Office Connections. Oh, yeah. He was in The Devil Wears Prada, starring Emily Blunt. He was in Celeste and Jesse Forever, starring Rashida Jones. and he was in The Giant Mechanical Man starring me. Yay! He is also supposedly real-life friends with Nicholas D'Agosto, a.k.a. Hunter. We're going to have to ask him about that when he comes on the show. Oh, yeah. We have lots to ask him.”
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In this hilarious segment, Paul Feig shares his love for directing during Season 5 of The Office, but the real kicker is the introduction of the 'Pratt Cats' at art school. These adorable campus cats even have their own Instagram, making them the unexpected stars of the episode!
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Jeff Garland gets arrested for smashing a car window over a parking spot dispute, and the hosts can't help but speculate about his famously confident demeanor. With hilarious anecdotes about Garland's stand-up style, they paint a picture of a man who might just be too chill to lose his cool—until now.
“A very good one. But I don't see Jon Jones losing. This MMA, right? You got to be able to grapple and to be able to snuff out those takedowns. Because if he take you down, I don't know if Francis can get him up off him. That's a whole lot of weight on him. and he know how hey and man look here john jones was an all-american wrestler he can strike his knees his elbows everything is dangerous he can submit you yeah um he john jones has no weakness he has no weakness i mean if he if he …”
“A very good one. But I don't see Jon Jones losing. This MMA, right? You got to be able to grapple and to be able to snuff out those takedowns. Because if he take you down, I don't know if Francis can get him up off him. That's a whole lot of weight on him. and he know how hey and man look here john jones was an all-american wrestler he can strike his knees his elbows everything is dangerous he can submit you yeah um he john jones has no weakness he has no weakness i mean if he if he does i mean chat please correct me if i'm wrong the times that i've watched him fight Nah, I watched him. I watched him damn near his whole career. Yeah, since he for instance, he first beat Machida. Watched him go with Gustafson That was a battle that might have been one of the best fights I ever seen To go five rounds and nobody get knocked out …”
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Jon Jones is virtually unbeatable in MMA, combining elite grappling skills with powerful striking, making it hard for opponents like Francis Ngannou to compete. With no apparent weaknesses, Jones has dominated the sport since his early career, including memorable battles like the one against Alexander Gustafsson. Until someone proves otherwise, he remains the favorite in any matchup.
“… mma like alex perera who's a two division world champion yeah but he's just a destructive kickboxer yeah he's such a terrifying kick what is uh john jones john jones a wrestler He a wrestler? Well he's an everything fighter. He can do everything. Fair. But he started out his career as a wrestler. I like him. Oh he's the best ever. Yeah I like him. The best ever. He's the best ever because he's the smartest of all of them. That guy studies. That's exactly what I like. I've seen a video of him saying he watches everything from top to bottom. He watches interviews. He's going to watch every single …”
“… at the beginning of the round you're standing up again so that guy's got to take you down again and in that it's that transition yeah that's when you can catch someone yeah i figured that look there's elite fighters that aren't great wrestlers in mma like alex perera who's a two division world champion yeah but he's just a destructive kickboxer yeah he's such a terrifying kick what is uh john jones john jones a wrestler He a wrestler? Well he's an everything fighter. He can do everything. Fair. But he started out his career as a wrestler. I like him. Oh he's the best ever. Yeah I like him. The best ever. He's the best ever because he's the smartest of all of them. That guy studies. That's exactly what I like. I've seen a video of him saying he watches everything from top to bottom. He watches interviews. He's going to watch every single thing until he finds a weakness. Oh, yeah. That's what I like. Yeah, he gets inside their head. He knows every tendency they do. He sets traps. He does everything. It's funny. Daniel Cormier, who I love to death, is a great friend of mine. When he fought Jon Jones, they were talking before the fight about tendencies. and Daniel's like, oh, I know …”
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In this hilarious segment, the hosts discuss the absurdity of MMA fighters dealing with the chaos of boxing techniques while also worrying about takedowns. The funniest moment comes when they describe the feeling of being overpowered by a wrestler, comparing it to being treated like a child—it's both relatable and laugh-out-loud funny!
“… all your, no. Obviously Izzy's, I'm a big fan of him. The way he's able to move, his swagger, the way he carries himself outside of the octagon. Jon Jones, even though I have my little tics about him, you cannot take away what he's been able to achieve inside mixed martial arts. Daniel Cormier, and that's the thing people don't realize. Daniel Cormier came late in the game. He wasn't- He was in his 30s. fucking like 29 years old fighting Jon Jones. Could you imagine a 29 year old Daniel Cormier fighting the 29 year old Jon Jones? That would be a great fight. You know, Khabib obviously, you have …”
“… the longer you're in this sport, it's going to happen, right? But I will say inside an MMA, in a UFC, or just all around, for me, I like to see IQ. I just like to see guys go back and forth. You having a fucking slugfest, you get dropped, you drop him, all your, no. Obviously Izzy's, I'm a big fan of him. The way he's able to move, his swagger, the way he carries himself outside of the octagon. Jon Jones, even though I have my little tics about him, you cannot take away what he's been able to achieve inside mixed martial arts. Daniel Cormier, and that's the thing people don't realize. Daniel Cormier came late in the game. He wasn't- He was in his 30s. fucking like 29 years old fighting Jon Jones. Could you imagine a 29 year old Daniel Cormier fighting the 29 year old Jon Jones? That would be a great fight. You know, Khabib obviously, you have Islam Makhachev, you have Ilya Duporyev where I'm very high on him right now. He's a monster. He's very strategic how he goes about it. He knows where he needs to be in a fight. He crosses the void when he needs to and he throws in combination. He goes bop bop bop bop bop bop and it's... I was in this good like when I was active I got better when I …”
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In a recent discussion, top fighters debated their all-time favorites, naming legends like Jon Jones, GSP, and Khabib. One fighter boldly claimed he is the greatest flyweight of all time, emphasizing the importance of fight IQ and strategy over sheer violence. The conversation also highlighted emerging talents and the evolution of fighting styles in the UFC.
“… know. It's kind of crazy. CIA accused of poisoning the sky with toxins as files expose secret weather control agenda. It actually is happening. Alex Jones was right for a change. Environmental research over 20 years claims that the conspiracy surrounding chemtrails was not only true, but has actually crippled the Earth's ability to naturally overcome the pollution caused by humans. It is a variety of chemicals, secret nozzles, tanks affixed to wings with aluminum, barium, manganese, graphene, and various polymers dumping between 40 and 60 million tons of nanoparticles into the sky annually. It's …”
“All righty. Contrails are real. Yeah, I know, I know, I know. It's kind of crazy. CIA accused of poisoning the sky with toxins as files expose secret weather control agenda. It actually is happening. Alex Jones was right for a change. Environmental research over 20 years claims that the conspiracy surrounding chemtrails was not only true, but has actually crippled the Earth's ability to naturally overcome the pollution caused by humans. It is a variety of chemicals, secret nozzles, tanks affixed to wings with aluminum, barium, manganese, graphene, and various polymers dumping between 40 and 60 million tons of nanoparticles into the sky annually. It's real. My God, it's real. Holy hell. Next, it's going to be Bigfoot. It's going to be Bigfoot next. My God in heaven. Here is a Tucker Carlson guest before he went insane talking about this. And I heard this, and this is when it kind of changed my mind about contrails. Ultimately, all roads lead to those who print the money. But we know as far as …”
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Contrails are not just vapor; they may be part of a secret weather control agenda involving toxic chemicals. Studies reveal that the U.S. military is at the forefront, using aerial tankers to disperse millions of tons of nanoparticles into the atmosphere annually. This alarming revelation challenges our understanding of environmental pollution and raises questions about the implications of geoengineering.
“… youngest fighter in the UFC has ever signed. He's likely to be ranked comeback money and took another positive step toward his goal of breaking John Jones's record as the youngest champion in UFC history. If I'm not mistaken, I think John was what, 21? He looked good. He looked good. I mean, he just, I'm like, bro. I mean, but Rojas was big. That man tall as hell. Yeah, very tall. Hell yeah. He a big ass lightweight, a battle weight. Damn. I mean, he tall, though, Joe. Pro font. I'm like, damn. Oh, John Jones was 23 years, 243 days old. But, hey, John is the truth, man. he's the truth I would …”
“… The man's battle weight, Raul Rojas Jr. defeated Rob Font by unanimous decision. The 21-year-old Rojas was dominant, recording 16 takedowns on his way to the biggest victory in his young career. The matchup was a big step up in competition for the youngest fighter in the UFC has ever signed. He's likely to be ranked comeback money and took another positive step toward his goal of breaking John Jones's record as the youngest champion in UFC history. If I'm not mistaken, I think John was what, 21? He looked good. He looked good. I mean, he just, I'm like, bro. I mean, but Rojas was big. That man tall as hell. Yeah, very tall. Hell yeah. He a big ass lightweight, a battle weight. Damn. I mean, he tall, though, Joe. Pro font. I'm like, damn. Oh, John Jones was 23 years, 243 days old. But, hey, John is the truth, man. he's the truth I would have loved that would have been the White House card is already stacked it's already nice just having Jon Jones as part of that White House card I think it would have been special but here's the thing who was going to fight he wanted to fight Pietta who's fighting Cyril Ghosn I think the thing that they wanted to have happen at an earlier time was him …”
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Cairo Boloho showcased his striking prowess by winning every round against DeRidder, calling out DePlessis for his next fight. Meanwhile, 21-year-old Raul Rojas Jr. made headlines with a dominant performance, recording 16 takedowns in a unanimous decision victory over Rob Font, setting his sights on becoming the youngest champion in UFC history.
“… of his country. We're talking about what he's done now. What he doing right this minute He immediately embraced Immediately By Katarlson By Kelly By Jones by Owens by Fuentes immediately embraced by them and more And how dare you question him, they say, unless you've served. I guess they're not familiar with the American system of government. We're allowed to question anybody whether we've served or not. But even if we haven't served, we still have a responsibility to speak up for our country, Our commander-in-chief and the men and women who are in the field fighting the enemy right now. …”
“and the things he did in support of his country. We're talking about what he's done now. What he doing right this minute He immediately embraced Immediately By Katarlson By Kelly By Jones by Owens by Fuentes immediately embraced by them and more And how dare you question him, they say, unless you've served. I guess they're not familiar with the American system of government. We're allowed to question anybody whether we've served or not. But even if we haven't served, we still have a responsibility to speak up for our country, Our commander-in-chief and the men and women who are in the field fighting the enemy right now. Regardless of who's stabbing them in the back. Regardless of the background of the person stabbing them in the back. And that's exactly what this Joe Ken is doing. Stabbing the president in the back, the secretary of state in the back, the secretary of defense, the CIA director, and our men and women in uniform. He has a conscientious objection, you see, …”
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Loyalty to the military and the nation is under siege as leaks and betrayal emerge from within. The speaker passionately defends the integrity of the military and condemns those who undermine leadership, emphasizing that questioning authority is a right, regardless of service. This is a call to uphold accountability and reject those who exploit patriotism for personal agendas.
“… him? They have two picks. I think the Cowboys got to go defense but yeah you're talking about them like they're a rational franchise this is Jerry Jones wait Jeremiah Love's still on the board we gotta get him trade up for that guy he's great I just feel like that's like the classic splashy we've won first take the next day kind of draft pick the kind of move that they make yes they will definitely win first take and get up, I promise. Regardless of who they take Well and that leads to the Ty Simpson thing Um you know he he in like the low twenties Seems like where people have them like around …”
“… the Rams. What about the Rams? Wow. Right. He's sitting there at seven. We don't have to give the biggest offer to go from 13 to seven. We put him in the backfield. We get some good backs. You sure that's not the Cowboys just moving up five spots for him? They have two picks. I think the Cowboys got to go defense but yeah you're talking about them like they're a rational franchise this is Jerry Jones wait Jeremiah Love's still on the board we gotta get him trade up for that guy he's great I just feel like that's like the classic splashy we've won first take the next day kind of draft pick the kind of move that they make yes they will definitely win first take and get up, I promise. Regardless of who they take Well and that leads to the Ty Simpson thing Um you know he he in like the low twenties Seems like where people have them like around somebody taking a fly at him between like 27 and 35. Fascinating, man. One guy.”
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The Dallas Cowboys might make a bold move in the upcoming NFL draft, potentially trading up from their current position to snag a top prospect. With the possibility of selecting Jeremiah Love, this decision could create a media frenzy and put them in the spotlight, regardless of the outcome. This strategy reflects the unpredictable nature of draft decisions, especially when driven by high-profile personalities like Jerry Jones.
“… Who has won this before. He has won it a few times. Spike Braun is good at this. Who now – Did he go to grad school? He sounds like he's James Earl Jones now. Yeah. We used to have him when his voice hadn't changed. To Oklahoma. Spike drawn when we return. I'm Tony Kornheiser.”
“That's great. UConn ho. We're going to – next we'll have Spike Braun. That's right. Who has won this before. He has won it a few times. Spike Braun is good at this. Who now – Did he go to grad school? He sounds like he's James Earl Jones now. Yeah. We used to have him when his voice hadn't changed. To Oklahoma. Spike drawn when we return. I'm Tony Kornheiser.”
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Spike Braun, a seasoned bracket expert, has won multiple times, proving his skill in predicting outcomes. His voice has dramatically changed since his early days, adding a layer of intrigue to his persona. Join Tony Kornheiser as they delve into the world of brackets and the legacy of Spike Braun.
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