The Gist - Herschel Shocked

With the Senate contest between Herschel Walker and Raphael Warnock coming to a vote, Bill Nigut, host of Georgia Political Rewind joins us once more to preview tomorrow’s contest. And how public health officials joined meter maids and baseball umpires as hateable officials. Plus, brawls and coups in Sierra Leone, Senegal, and Burkina Faso, as we air the latest edition of “Sahel: Do Tell,” our irregular compendium of Africa updates.

Produced by Joel Patterson and Corey Wara

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CoinDesk Podcast Network - THE HASH: Stablecoin Issuer Circle Scratches Plan to Go Public; Reddit’s Avatar Tokens Set Minting Record

This episode is sponsored by Bitstamp.

 

The most valuable crypto stories for Monday, Dec. 5,  2022.

"The Hash" group unpacks the top stories moving the crypto markets today, including Circle terminating its agreement with special-purpose acquisition company Concord Acquisition Corp., thereby stepping back from its plan to go public. Plus, Collectible Avatars, Reddit's set of art tokens based on the Polygon blockchain, set a minting record over the weekend, according to data from Dune Analytics.

See also:

Stablecoin Issuer Circle Cancels Plan to Go Public

Minting of Reddit Avatar Tokens Climbed to Record High Over Weekend

A Rookie Knocks Reddit’s NFT Marketplace Out of the Park

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This episode has been edited by Michele Musso. Our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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CoinDesk Podcast Network - BREAKDOWN: SBF Declines a Congressional Invite; Alameda CEO Is Seen in New York City

Speculation is running rampant about why Alameda CEO Caroline Ellison might be in town.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Circle and Kraken.

On today’s episode, NLW catches up on the latest surrounding the fallout of FTX, including Sam Bankman-Fried’s back and forth with House Financial Services Committee Chair Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) over a congressional appearance next week, a spotting of Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison in New York City, the latest in the Three Arrows Capital bankruptcy and the problems with CoinDesk sister company Genesis Global Capital.

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Circle, the sole issuer of the trusted and reliable stablecoin USDC, is our sponsor for today’s show. USDC is a fast, cost-effective solution for global payments at internet speeds. Learn how businesses are taking advantage of these opportunities at Circle’s USDC Hub for Businesses.

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Kraken, the secure, trusted digital asset exchange, is our sponsor for today's show. Kraken makes it easy to instantly buy 185+ cryptocurrencies with fast, flexible funding options. Your account is covered by regular Proof of Reserves audits, industry-leading security and award-winning Client Engagement, available 24/7. Sign up and trade today at kraken.com/breakdown.

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“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Rob Mitchell and research by Scott Hill. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. Music behind our sponsors today is "Back To The End" by Strength To Last. Image credit: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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Consider This from NPR - Children Are Grieving. Here’s How One Texas School District Is Trying to Help

It's been more than a year now since many kids across the country returned to their classrooms.

And many of them brought grief and trauma with them, too.

But some educators just don't feel equipped to support kids who are grieving.

NPR's Rhitu Chatterjee speaks with a handful of school mental health professionals who recently attended a special training on grief and trauma.

Also in this episode, NPR's Eric Deggans speaks with a psychologist on collective trauma in the wake of mass shootings.

In participating regions, you'll also hear a local news segment to help you make sense of what's going on in your community.

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Focus on Africa - Is the political end nigh for Cyril Ramaphosa?

Is the writing on the wall for South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa after the ANC executive meet today to decide his fate and there are calls from within his party for his impeachment?

Also, tear gas is used to disperse thousands of Sudanese who've taken to the streets of Khartoum and other towns following the opposition civilians saying they've signed a framework agreement with the military...  Sudanese resistance movements accuse them of letting the coup leaders off the hook.

Those stories and more in this podcast with Bola Mosuro.

The Daily Signal - TOP NEWS | SCOTUS Free Speech Case, Hunter Biden’s Twitter Files, DeSantis Says FEMA Denied Funds | Dec. 5

On today’s Daily Signal Top News, we break down:


  • Elon Musk’s release of Hunter Biden-related Twitter files
  • SCOTUS hears free speech case about same-sex
  • Florida Gov. DeSantis says FEMA denied funds 
  • Arizona’s election results certified



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Motley Fool Money - The Evolution of Max

Executives at Warner Bros Discovery are planning to unveil a new streaming service combining the assets of HBO Max and Discovery+. (0:21) Jason Moser discusses: - How CEO David Zaslav's focus on profitability could pay off - WBD's underrated library of content - The rise of FAST (Free Ad-Supported TV) (12:30) Andy Cross talks with Airbnb co-founder Nat Blecharczyk about the latest improvements for the home-sharing platform. Stocks mentioned: WBD, NFLX, DIS, CMCSA, TTD, ABNB Holiday Music: Christmas Is Starting Now by Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Host: Chris Hill Guests: Jason Moser, Andy Cross, Nate Blecharczyk Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineers: Rick Engdahl

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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - ‘Friendly Fraud’ Scam On The Rise In Chicago Restaurants

This kind of fraud occurs when diners enjoy their meal, then call their bank or credit card company to report the charge as fraud, leaving the restaurant to forfeit the tab and the server’s tip. Reset hears more about how this is affecting the local restaurant industry with Crain’s Chicago Business reporter Ally Marotti.

Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - Chicago Alternatives To The Big Box Gym

Reset talks to some independent gym owners who are actively making an inclusive place for anyone to get active. They include Annie Padrid, owner of the gym The Space in Hyde Park, Jake Goldstein, co-owner of The Gym Pod, and Alex Nsiah-Kumi, co-owner of Paramount Fitness and Personal Training.