This week, Ryan and Bridget are answering a question about why athletes get paid what they do. In this bonus mini-episode of “Million Bazillion,” Bridget and Ryan hear from Colin Hufman, who competed in the 2022 Beijing Olympics with the U.S. curling team. Curling is a sport that’s played on ice, in which players slide granite stones toward a target area. We’ll learn about Colin’s experience earning income as an Olympic athlete, including payments for medals, monthly stipends and promotional endorsements. The hosts realize that making a living as an Olympian involves a lot more than just training and competing in sports.
Marketplace All-in-One - How do athletes get paid?
“Million Bazillion” listener Alistair wants to know how professional athletes get paid. Bridget and Ryan prepare for the semi-annual Public Radio Foosball Tournament, but their star player is drafted to the opposing team. The hosts have to scramble to assemble players for their dream team in time for the big tournament. In this episode, they learn about labor unions, player trades and statistical analysis strategies used in the movie “Moneyball.”
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State of the World from NPR - What is the Future of the Israel-Iran War and Will the U.S. Get Involved?
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1A - ICYMI: Israel, Iran Conflict Shifts Focus
Meanwhile, Israel's war in Gaza continues. This weekend at least 79 Palestinians were killed across the Gaza strip, many at an aid distribution point operated by the U-S and Israel. The death toll since October 7, 2023 in Gaza has now surpassed 55,000 people.
A French-Saudi summit scheduled to take place this week that was meant to pave the way for wider recognition of a Palestinian state was postponed indefinitely.
We discuss the regional and global implications of conflict between Israel and Iran.
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WSJ Tech News Briefing - TNB Tech Minute: Amazon’s CEO Says Workforce Will Shrink Thanks to AI
Plus: Robinhood unveils new features to woo traders. And Oracle unveils initiative to help small tech companies sell to the Pentagon. Victoria Craig hosts.
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The Journal. - Iran May Be Running Out of Options
After five days of escalating conflict with Israel, Iran’s government may be running out of moves. Today, President Trump called on Iran to surrender without conditions. WSJ’s Sune Engel Rasmussen explores how Iran built itself into a regional power and why its government now finds itself imperiled. Annie Minoff hosts.
Further Listening:
-Iran and the U.S. Were Set to Negotiate. Then Israel Attacked
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Motley Fool Money - Opportunities in Housing and a Solar Scare
Solar stocks take a tumble.
(00:21) Anand Chokkavelu, Jason Hall, and Matt Frankel discuss:
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- How to think of your house: asset vs. investment.
- Matt & Jason’s top 3 homebuilders.
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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - In The NICU, Dads Need Support, Too. This Chicago-Area Group Is There To Help
The Daily Signal - Primary Day Politics: John Reid on Virginia’s Lieutenant Governor Race
On Virginia's primary day, Republican lieutenant governor nominee John Reid joins The Daily Signal's Joe Thomas to discuss the upcoming general election battle and what's at stake for the commonwealth.
Reid breaks down the Democrat field of six candidates vying to face him in November, sharing his thoughts on frontrunners and underdogs.
The interview covers key issues driving Virginia voters, including the controversial car tax, rising property taxes, and education policies that have parents concerned about their children's schools. Reid explains his vision for protecting Virginia's right-to-work status and economic competitiveness while pushing back against what he sees as radical progressive policies.
From his campaign stop in Virginia Beach, Reid also shares insights from conversations with voters across party lines and his strategy for winning moderate voters
00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks
00:24 Primary Day in Virginia
01:00 Lieutenant Governor Candidates
02:49 Critique of Candidates
05:05 Voter Sentiments
07:14 Economic Policies and Tax Issues
12:45 Final Thoughts
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The Bulwark Podcast - Zohran Mamdani: FYPod Crossover
Kerry Howley and State Rep. Zohran Mamdani join today's podcast.
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