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Peak PointsKicked in the nuts vs punched in the face: which hurts more?Send us Fan MailUFC fans love chaos until it shows up as bad refereeing, weird incentives, and title fights that do not match the label. We go rapid fire through recent UFC Fight Night storylines and land hard on UFC 326, where performance bonuses stack up early, controversy spikes fast, and the debates get louder with every round.We break down what stood out on the Strickland vs Anthony Hernandez card, why some finishes feel like automatic bonuses, and how a single win can jump a fighter into rankings talk. From the Mexico card, we...
2026-03-191h 13
Library of Divine EchoesAlan Watts, Hermeticism, and the Magickal ArtsJoin host Christopher Little in the Library of Divine Echoes as we explore the profound intersection of Alan Watts’s Eastern-inspired philosophy, Western Hermeticism, and the modern practice of operative magick. This episode serves as a foundational "operational manual" for the contemporary mystic, designed to dismantle the "hallucination" of the isolated ego and replace it with the realization that every individual is a unique expression of the entire cosmos.
2026-03-0739 minPeak PointsSending pictures of my meat?Send us Fan MailA wild Fight Night lit up the scorecards while exposing a bigger truth about where MMA is headed: when excitement becomes policy, everything changes. We kick things off with the prelims on fire, a last-second submission that set the tone, and Dustin Jacoby’s emphatic finish that turned a callout into a real conversation. Then the debate starts: Basharat vs Matsumoto pushes damage vs volume to the front again, and we unpack why those judging nuances reshape training, corner advice, and career trajectories.The heavyweight story takes a sharp turn. A fl...
2026-02-241h 13
The Kidd and Friends Podcast | Self-Improvement and Mindset InsightsConvergence: Emotional, Behavioral, Spiritual Aligned W/ David Alan BrownIn this conversation, David Alan Brown explains Convergence — his transformational framework for aligning the three core inner voices that shape our decisions: emotional, behavioral, and spiritual. When those voices compete, we experience confusion, frustration, and inner conflict. When they align, we gain clarity, energy, and creative power.After decades teaching leadership and spiritual development — and after navigating his own period of deep personal struggle — David developed Convergence as a practical method for intentional living and authentic manifestation.This isn’t about silencing your inner dialogue. It’s about recognizing it, regulating it, and using it with purpose...
2026-02-211h 21Peak PointsWin by walk off middle finger?Send us Fan MailTwo numbered cards in a row, one wild conversation to unpack it all. We dive into how Paramount Plus changes the viewing experience with multicam replays and deep archives, why those mid-round ads feel brutal, and where the platform already shines by staying steady under massive traffic. Then it’s straight into the cage: early prelim chaos, shock finishes, and the strange math of damage versus volume that decided more than one fight.We go bout by bout across UFC 324–325. Umar Nurmagomedov showed layers that made an elite brawler look predictable. Arno...
2026-02-061h 01
No Quit Living PodcastNQL 653 - Alan Stein Jr.Welcome to Episode 653 of the No Quit Living Podcast. NQL is a personal development podcast designed to help you achieve your goals and desires. Whether you found us from Forbes, Inc Magazine, CEO Magazine, CIO, New Theory, or elsewhere, we're thrilled you are listening. Through hearing the inspiring stories and tips from the greats, we will all find it easier to stay motivated. Alan Stein, Jr. is an experienced keynote speaker and author. At his core, he's a performance coach with a passion for helping business leaders change behaviors. He spent 15+ years working with the...
2026-02-0657 min
Sustainable Success ShowNavigating Market Disruption | Rob Haynie | Christopher Salem | Sustainable Success EP3Navigating Market Disruption: Lessons from a Lifetime in Financial Services | Rob Haynie | ChristopherSalem | Sustainable Success EP3Rob Haynie has spent nearly three decades at the forefront of the life settlement industry, helping to shape its growth through thousands of negotiated contracts, regulatory leadership, and industry-wide education. Recognized as one of the top 10 most influential figures in the field, Rob’s career reflects firsthand experience navigating complexity, disruption, and constant change in financial services.In this episode of Sustainable Success, host Chris Salem sits down with Rob to explore how market disruption impacts the financial services industry and what it ta...
2026-01-3033 minPeak PointsHelp! I'm Trapped In The BathroomSend us Fan MailThe cage looks different when the lights hit a new stage. With the Paramount Plus era finally here, we dig into what cheaper access, cleaner apps, and multicam experimentation could mean for fight nights: ref cam replays, POV angles, and a smoother way for casual fans to become diehards. Then the news hits—Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes is postponed with serious neck issues, and an entire division’s timeline wobbles. We map the fallout, spotlight the new co-main with Sean O’Malley vs. Song Yadong, and scan a UFC 324 lineup still packed with k...
2026-01-2249 minPeak PointsI was invited to a pancake party.....Send us Fan MailWhat if the best life advice is hidden in plain sight on Reddit—waiting for you to finally believe it? We dive into a lively grab bag of threads and pull out the kind of lessons that stick: why your body will force a break if you won’t, how hydration and mobility are quiet superpowers, and the brutal clarity of trusting patterns over promises. We open up about health, money, compound choices, and the regret math of putting off retirement—then pivot into practical fixes you can start today.From there...
2026-01-151h 07
Matinee HeroesChristopher Eccleston – September 2021 – CONversation with CraigRecorded live in Utah after a two year wait, this CONversation with Craig drops you straight into a packed room with Christopher Eccleston and an audience ready to sprint into Doctor Who territory at full speed. Craig kicks things off by digging into Christopher’s take on Fagin in Dodger, including how you approach an iconic role that comes with real baggage. From there it turns into a smart, funny, occasionally sharp Q&A about stepping back into the Ninth Doctor with Big Finish, what it was like recording in isolation during COVID, and why the Doctor’s loneliness is not...
2026-01-0545 minPeak PointsDid he really just ask my manager that?!Send us Fan MailA final ESPN fight card should never limp to the finish—and this one didn’t. We start with a rapid-fire breakdown of the night’s shocks: Steven Asplund’s crisp debut, Costa’s ear-clipping head kick, and Kevin Vallejos spinning Giga Chikadze into the canvas. Then Manel Kape starched Brandon Royval and delivered a callout you’ll replay twice, proving flyweight is very much alive and snarling.From there, we hit fast-forward through the ESPN era’s defining beats. Khabib–McGregor spilled outside the cage and into legend. Jon Jones reminded everyon...
2025-12-311h 45Peak PointsDoes this look broken to you?!Send us Fan MailTitle fights, freak endings, and a broadcast pivot—this one had everything. We open with the Paramount deal and why it matters: smarter promotion, earlier main-card start times, and a bigger on-ramp for new fans. Then the octagon delivers. Petr Yan puts on a clinic against Merab Dvalishvili, denying 27 of 29 shots, ripping the body, and flipping bantamweight from a pace problem to a game-planning puzzle. We walk through what he did, why it worked, and how it reshapes contenders and the immediate rematch debate.Flyweight gets even wilder. Tatsuro Taira becomes th...
2025-12-111h 02Peak PointsShe just gave birth, and I told her to stop being lazySend us Fan MailPower meets pressure in and out of the cage. We kick off with an Apex card that silenced doubters: five straight finishes on the main card, breakout prelim moments, and a reminder that small venues can deliver big-time violence. From there, the Garden gave us whiplash—Benoit Saint Denis turning off Benil in 16 seconds, Carlos Prates shocking Leon Edwards with a sniper’s straight, and Michael Morales timing Sean Brady with cold, patient precision. Bo Nickal capped his head-kick KO with a full heel turn, flipping double birds and a switch in the narr...
2025-11-201h 51Peak PointsI live to ruin other people's day...for FUN?Send us Fan MailA title fight promised answers and delivered a mess: a vicious double eye poke, a no-contest, and a stadium full of boos. We dig into what really happened in Aspinall vs Gane, why warnings weren’t enough, and how MMA should handle “accidental” fouls when they tilt belts, paychecks, and careers. From glove design to referee discretion, we challenge the idea that a point deduction is meaningful deterrence, especially when desperation can turn a foul into a strategy.Zooming out, the heavyweight division needs urgency. Beyond the top two, control-heavy fights with l...
2025-11-061h 17Peak PointsWait, they found WHAT in his backpack?!Send us Fan MailA night of fights can flip a division—and a few lives—on their heads. We kick off with the Reyes card and a rare ref reversal in Magny–Matthews before zeroing in on Carlos Ulberg’s ruthless KO of Dominick Reyes and what it signals for light heavyweight. From there, UFC 320 takes over: Yana Santos banks a clean win, Shahbazyan closes the show right before the horn, and Joe Pyfer makes a ranked statement by hunting submissions, not just control time. We also parse the Josh Emmett vs Youssef Zalal verbal tap confusio...
2025-10-161h 39
Cultural DebrisCD 52 - Christopher J. Scalia on 13 Novels Conservatives Will LoveChristopher J. Scalia is at the American Enterprise Institute. He and I have been Twitter mutuals for awhile, but I had the pleasure of meeting Chris in Grand Rapids at a Kirk-Scruton conference a couple of weeks ago. Chris is a literature guy, and the conservative movement needs that. To encourage us he has written a new book from Regnery, 13 Novels Conservatives Will Love (But Probably Haven’t Read).
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2025-09-301h 11Peak PointsShe can play the star-spangled banner with her WHAT!?Send us Fan MailEver wonder what strange things hotel staff discover in rooms after guests check out? Or what relationship advice could have saved you years of heartache? This episode of Peak Points takes you on a journey through Reddit's most fascinating threads, delivering stories that will make you laugh, cringe, and reflect on human nature.We kick things off exploring fragile masculinity through stories of men refusing to do things deemed "too feminine" - from using chapstick to ordering fruity drinks. These accounts reveal how societal expectations create unnecessary limitations in men's lives...
2025-09-181h 18Peak PointsI was seriously concerned he wouldn't wake up...Send us Fan MailThe UFC landscape has been completely transformed by two major developments – Khamzat Chimaev's dominant championship victory and a historic $7.7 billion media rights deal with Paramount.Chimaev's systematic dismantling of Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 319 sent shockwaves through the middleweight division. Over five rounds, the Chechen-born fighter showcased his world-class wrestling, placing DDP in multiple crucifix positions while landing an astonishing 529 strikes. What made this performance particularly stunning wasn't just Chimaev's dominance, but Du Plessis' apparent lack of preparation for a gameplan everyone knew was coming. With no effective counter to Chimaev's si...
2025-08-281h 09
Coffee & UFOsRoswell UFO Incident On Trial - What If Reveals with Attorney Christopher JohnstonNew look at the Roswell UFO crash from a VERY unique perspective. Joining me is attorney and author, Chris Johnston to discuss how a novel look at the 1947 Roswell incident makes the case for an off-world craft crashing in New Mexico! I also ask Chris about legal proceedings against the US government for keeping knowledge of extraterrestrial materials secret from the public, and how litigating may be most effective.☕️Please help the YouTube channel grow. SUBSCRIBE, like, comment, and click the Notification Bell so you don’t miss a show. Thank you! https://www.youtube.com/mysticloungeJO...
2025-08-1553 minPeak PointsThis confession made my skin crawl...Send us Fan MailWhat happens when technical prowess meets complete unpredictability in the octagon? This question lies at the heart of our discussion as we explore UFC's most fascinating fighters and their unconventional approaches to combat.The episode kicks off with a deep dive into Reinier De Ridder's impressive victory over Robert Whittaker, where his devastating knee strikes and unpredictable fighting style proved too much for the former champion. We examine how fighters like RDR and DDP have found success through what fans have lovingly dubbed "toon force" – that special ability to win through sh...
2025-08-141h 15Peak PointsHe hit me in the head...With a meatball sub?!Send us Fan MailDustin Poirier's emotional retirement takes center stage as Max Holloway successfully defends his BMF title at UFC 318. The Diamond may not have secured the undisputed lightweight belt, but his legacy as one of MMA's most respected warriors is forever cemented with his record of 30 wins, 23 finishes, and a reputation as being your favorite fighter's favorite fighter.We break down the entire UFC 318 card, from the explosive early prelims to the main event trilogy fight between Holloway and Poirier. The card delivered several standout moments, including the slugfest between Marvin Vittori and...
2025-07-311h 33
Was It Chance?Victoria Christopher Murray: An Overnight Sensation After 25 YearsVictoria Christopher Murray always knew she was born to be a writer—she was literally introduced as one at the age of seven when her second-grade class performed her first play. That moment sparked a lifelong passion, even if it took decades to pursue professionally. Now a New York Times bestselling author with more than 30 books under her belt, Victoria’s work blends powerful storytelling with faith, moral conflict, and deeply rooted historical truths. Her historical fiction—including the breathtaking Harlem Rhapsody—shines a light on extraordinary Black women who have been erased from the pages of history.
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2025-07-2254 minPeak PointsDid she just stick her finger in my baby's mouth?!Send us Fan MailMoral dilemmas lurk in everyday interactions—a fact brilliantly illustrated in this deep dive into Reddit's infamous "Am I The Asshole" community. Join us as we navigate through six compelling judgment calls that pit good intentions against questionable actions.What happens when a well-meaning roommate tries to help with moving preparations by packing another's belongings? We examine the delicate dance of shared living spaces and personal boundaries. Next, we tackle professional obligations versus family expectations when a photographer refuses to work at her sister's wedding, sparking heated family discord.Th...
2025-07-171h 08Peak PointsWill I ever recover from this?Send us Fan MailThe changing of the guard happens in combat sports with shocking finality. At UFC 317, we witnessed this brutal reality as Ilia Topuria continued his meteoric rise by knocking out Charles Oliveira in devastating fashion during the first round of their championship bout.What makes Topuria's victory particularly remarkable is the context surrounding it. This completes a trifecta of legend-slaying that includes Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway, and now Oliveira – three fighters who have defined their respective weight classes for years. At just 28 years old, Topuria's ceiling seems limitless, drawing inevitable comparisons to Co...
2025-07-0458 min
I Love HorrorAlan Katz Loves HorrorIn this episode, I am very excited to welcome writer/producer Alan Katz, who helped make one of the best horror TV shows, "Tales from the Crypt" so amazing. We deep dive into Alan's career within "Tales from the Crypt", writing episodes, creating the personality for The Cryptkeeper, making the movies from "Tales from the Crypt" like "Demon Knight" as well as "Bordello of Blood", and much more. We get into a lot of amazing things in this episode like the process of making these horror projects behind the scenes, drama with one big Hollywood actor who...
2025-06-301h 52Peak PointsUFC 316 reaction and he got drunk and said WHAT?!Send us Fan MailUFC 316 delivered non-stop action from the opening bell to the final submission. What began with a spectacular 28-second knockout in the early prelims crescendoed through an evening of highlight-reel finishes, culminating in Marab Dvalishvili's masterful championship defense against Sean O'Malley.Kayla Harrison's domination of Juliana Pena stands as one of the night's most impressive performances. The two-time Olympic gold medalist, now UFC bantamweight champion, locked in a devastating Kimura with mere seconds left in the second round after controlling the entirety of the fight. Her victory sets up a potential super-fight...
2025-06-171h 23
Books to Die For! PodcastAdrian McKinty - Hang on St. ChristopherNew York Times bestselling author Adrian McKinty continues the Edgar Award–winning Sean Duffy series with Hang On St. Christopher.Rain slicked streets, riots, murder, chaos. It’s July 1992 and the Troubles in Northern Ireland are still grinding on after twenty-five apocalyptic years. Detective Inspector Sean Duffy got his family safely over the water to Scotland, to “Shortbread Land.” Duffy’s a part-timer now, only returning to Belfast six days a month to get his pension. It’s an easy gig, if he can keep his head down.But then a murder case falls into his lap while...
2025-06-0839 minPeak PointsUFC Bombshells and they found WHAT in the hotel room?!Send us Fan MailThe octagon delivers another epic showdown as Jack Della Maddalena claims the welterweight championship with a masterful performance against Belal Muhammad at UFC 315. What began as an underrated card transformed into one of the year's most consequential events, reshaping multiple weight divisions and setting up fascinating matchups for the future.The aftermath brings a bombshell announcement as Islam Makhachev declares his intention to vacate the lightweight belt and move up to challenge the new welterweight champion. We break down the fascinating timing of this decision, the implications for both divisions, and...
2025-06-031h 15Peak PointsCan't believe this is real life! TRIGGER WARNINGSend us Fan MailEver wonder what lurks in the darkest corners of Reddit? This episode takes you there, with no punches pulled.We begin our journey with the stomach-turning tale of a husband whose hygiene has deteriorated to unimaginable levels. What starts as skipped showers and fast food evolves into something far more disturbing, raising important questions about mental health, relationship boundaries, and when to recognize that love alone can't fix certain problems. When does patience become enabling? At what point should you prioritize your own wellbeing over trying to help someone who refuses...
2025-05-161h 10
The Game Business ShowSam Lake: "I had to take six months off after Alan Wake 2"In the latest episode of The Game Business Show, we speak to Remedy's Creative Director Sam Lake on his experience creating Alan Wake 2, his lifetime achievement award from GDC, coffee, working with Annapurna Pictures and, erm, Moomins This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thegamebusiness.com/subscribe
2025-04-2937 minPeak PointsUFC 314 reaction and my ex won't leave me alone!Send us Fan MailAlexander Volkanovski's triumphant return to championship glory headlined a UFC 314 card that delivered spectacular finishes, shocking upsets, and career-defining performances."Adversity is a privilege" – these words from Volkanovski perfectly capture the essence of his journey back to the featherweight throne. At 36 years old, facing the powerful Diego Lopes after two knockout losses, Volkanovski displayed vintage technical brilliance, landing a staggering 165 strikes while weathering significant power shots from his challenger. This wasn't just a victory; it was resurrection – becoming the first fighter his age to reclaim a championship in the lighter weight clas...
2025-04-291h 25Peak PointsUFC 314 Preview and he did WHAT to my baby kitten?!Send us Fan MailSean Brady's domination of former champion Leon Edwards at UFC Fight Night shocked the MMA world, securing a stunning submission victory that catapults him into welterweight title contention. We dissect every angle of this upset, from Brady's relentless pressure to Edwards' inability to establish any offense throughout the contest.The upcoming UFC 314 card has us genuinely excited, featuring one of the most stacked lineups of the year. Alexander Volkanovski returns to battle Diego Lopez for the featherweight title vacated by Ilia Topuria, while showmen Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimlet square off...
2025-04-111h 26Peak PointsUFC 313 Victories, Defeats, and are we traumatized yet?Send us Fan MailThe world of UFC 313 unfolds in spectacular fashion as we dive deep into the night's most stunning performances, controversial decisions, and changing fortunes. Mauricio Ruffy's wheel kick knockout of Bobby King Green stands as an early Knockout of the Year contender, while Rafael Fiziev's gutsy performance against Justin Gaethje on just two weeks' notice earned well-deserved respect from fight fans worldwide.At the heart of our conversation lies the light heavyweight championship bout between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev. Ankalaev's tactical approach neutralized Pereira's devastating offensive weapons, leading to...
2025-03-211h 15