# spoke (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 77 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover spoke. Page: Feed: --- ## [‘The Dog Stars’ novelist Peter Heller / Remembering rock critic Dave Marsh](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/21/nx-s1-5940855/the-dog-stars-novelist-peter-heller-remembering-rock-critic-dave-marsh) _2026-08-21 · Fresh Air_ The Dog Stars , directed by Ridley Scott and starring Josh Brolin and Jacob Elordi, is about two men who become unlikely compatriots when a pandemic wipes out much of the country's population. Adventure writer Peter Heller spoke with Dave Davies in 2012 about the book, which draws on his own survival skills. Also, we remember pioneering rock critic Dave Marsh. He was an early champion and… [Listen](https://prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-381444908/npr.simplecastaudio.com/49850946-31c1-4953-8129-0d718420c400/episodes/f2e8a661-4838-4770-96e4-b3203bd9e04d/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=49850946-31c1-4953-8129-0d718420c400&awEpisodeId=f2e8a661-4838-4770-96e4-b3203bd9e04d&feed=jBsBZBHh&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5940855&p=381444908&d=2759&size=44144937) ## Why Do You Feel Behind Even With a Good Income? _2026-08-21 · Get Ready: Before Life Happens Podcast_ Send us Fan Mail You can earn a solid income and still feel uncertain about your next financial step. This episode shows how to build clarity, confidence, and momentum. On this episode of Get Ready Before Life Happen s , I sit down with Sandra Park, founder of Prosperous Panda and host of the Engineer Her Path Podcast. We explore how earning more creates opportunity, and how clarity, identity, and… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/530449/episodes/19541344-why-do-you-feel-behind-even-with-a-good-income.mp3) ## [Melissa in the Morning: Speeding Problems](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943820) _2026-08-21 · WICC · WICC The Voice of Connecticut_ A new AAA study found Connecticut drivers admit to speeding more often than motorists nationwide. Eighteen percent of respondents called themselves frequent speeders, compared with 15 percent nationally. We discussed this further with Lauren Fabrizi from AAA Northeast. [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943820.mp3?modified=1787318172&sid=4994425&source=rss) ## [Melissa in the Morning: AI Abuse](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943819) _2026-08-21 · WICC · WICC The Voice of Connecticut_ Robin Williams’ children are bringing his Instagram account back to life — twelve years after his death. Zak, Zelda and Cody Williams say they want the page to be a safe, authentic home for real photos, videos and memories of their father, while pushing back against AI-generated versions of his voice and likeness. In an era of AI “slop,” they’re fighting to make sure Robin’s legacy stays… [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943819.mp3?modified=1787318126&sid=4994425&source=rss) ## [Melissa in the Morning: FCTRT](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943818) _2026-08-21 · WICC · WICC The Voice of Connecticut_ We talked to Linda Ross with the Fairfield County Trauma Response Team. It is a nonprofit alliance of mental health professionals dedicated to helping first responders and the Connecticut community heal from trauma, tragedy, and stress. We learned about the work that they do for local first responders and an upcoming event tied to the 25th anniversary of 9/11. For tickets to the September 13th… [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943818.mp3?modified=1787318080&sid=4994425&source=rss) ## [S2 Ep1698: Down The Line: Premier League Season Preview](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943458) _2026-08-21 · RNIB Connect Radio · RNIB - See Sport Differently_ Join Hubert and the Down The Line gand for this episode as they talk all things Premier league and preview the upcoming season. They discuss the title chasers, Andrew, Ryan and Neil talk about their respective clubs, and of course we have some predictions. [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943458.mp3?modified=1787240009&sid=4949702&source=rss) ## [AM Best’s Analytical Briefing – DUAEs: Niche Expertise and Tailored Solutions](https://web.ambest.com/information-services/am-best-audio) _2026-08-21 · A.M. Best Company, Inc. · AM Best Audio_ AM Best analytical staff and industry experts explore dynamic developments within the delegated underwriting authority enterprise segment. [Listen](https://audio4.redcircle.com/episodes/9591ae59-34a8-4d04-95c8-553b59ff6804/stream.mp3) ## [The Duke and Duchess of Sussex return to the UK](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048687/the-duke-and-duchess-of-sussex-return-to-the-uk) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about the return of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to the UK reigniting debate over their security arrangements. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1747-the_duke_and_duchess_of_sussex_return_to_the_uk-128.mp3) ## The business of Freshways _2026-08-21 · Breakfast Business with Joe Lynam_ Tesco has partnered with a Dublin based supplier for its meal deal as part of a forty five million euro three year partnership. Freshways is Finglas based and serves more than thirteen hundred customers across retail, food service, cafes and travel .Freshways Managing Director Seán Cleary joined Emmet on the show. [Listen](https://bauernordic-pods.sharp-stream.com/ie/2750/2108_freshways__b1f3c25a_normal.mp3?aw_0_1st.episodeid=416142&aw_0_1st.collectionid=2750) ## Advising workers on relocating between US and Ireland _2026-08-21 · Breakfast Business with Joe Lynam_ The competition continues to increase for highly skilled workers in the likes of AI, technology, healthcare or financial services around the globe. With that, attracting people to those industries is a hurdle that many employers face as well as making sure they stay! Dominick Miciotta is the CEO of Global Wealth 360 and advises employers and families navigating international moves between the US… [Listen](https://bauernordic-pods.sharp-stream.com/ie/2750/210_reolare_e12f4fe1_normal.mp3?aw_0_1st.episodeid=416140&aw_0_1st.collectionid=2750) ## [Stay updated on your professional world (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Xzwem8sNItha) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Keep in touch with people you know, build your career. ## Friday's business headlines _2026-08-21 · Breakfast Business with Joe Lynam_ Emmet Oliver and Aidan Donnelly, Head of Equities at Davy takes a run through Friday business news headlines. [Listen](https://bauernordic-pods.sharp-stream.com/ie/2750/2109_papersmp3_f57b5698_normal.mp3?aw_0_1st.episodeid=416138&aw_0_1st.collectionid=2750) ## [Evening business for 21 August 2026](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/businessnews/audio/2019048685/evening-business-for-21-august-2026) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ News from the business sector, including a market report. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/business/bus-ckpt-20260821-1739-evening_business_for_21_august_2026-128.mp3) ## [Dave Rennie looks to draw first blood in South Africa](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048686/dave-rennie-looks-to-draw-first-blood-in-south-africa) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ We're about a day and a half away from the first test between the All Blacks and Springboks in Johannesburg and All Blacks coach Dave Rennie believes his side can give themselves an early advantage in the four test series by "drawing first blood". Rugby reporter Joe Porter joins us from Johannesburg. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1734-dave_rennie_looks_to_draw_first_blood_in_south_africa-128.mp3) ## [Conservationist turns surrogate dad to two baby emus](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048684/conservationist-turns-surrogate-dad-to-two-baby-emus) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ An east coast conservationist has turned surrogate dad to two baby emus that escaped a feral cat attack on their nest. Ruatoria man Graeme Atkins rescued the survivors after earlier stumbling across the nest and scaring away the real bird dad. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1731-conservationist_turns_surrogate_dad_to_two_baby_emus-128.mp3) ## [Ranfurly Shield returns to Northland after nearly 50 years](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048636/ranfurly-shield-returns-to-northland-after-nearly-50-years) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ Provincial rugby's crown jewel has returned after nearly 50 years. Te Tai Tokerau's Taniwha team blew away Canterbury last night at Te Kaha stadium to be the latest Ranfurly Shield holders. Teuila Fuatai was at Whangarei airport for the team's arrival. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1725-te_tai_tokeraus_taniwha_win_ranfurly_shield-128.mp3) ## [Tauranga councillors had report outlining landslide risk](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048634/tauranga-councillors-had-report-outlining-landslide-risk) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ Tauranga councillors had a detailed report showing there was a high risk people could die if their local campground got hit by a landslide but no one read the report. The council says that despite the report being in an August 2025 council agenda, it was not read and the meeting never happened. Five months after the meeting was cancelled six people were killed in a landslide. Waikato/Bay of Plenty… [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1717-tauranga_councillors_had_report_outlining_landslide_risk-128.mp3) ## [Should people be masking up as flu outbreaks surge?](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048635/should-people-be-masking-up-as-flu-outbreaks-surge) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ Auckland's had its worst week for flu related hospitalisations in a decade; 177 people admitted across four of the city's hospitals. Health New Zealand says 188 elective surgery were cancelled to free up resources, following a surge in respiratory cases. University of Otago Professor of Public Health Dr Michael Baker, believes more could have been done sooner - including stronger advice about… [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1708-do_we_need_to_mask_up-128.mp3) ## [Twin brothers to go head-to-head on the rugby field](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048632/twin-brothers-to-go-head-to-head-on-the-rugby-field) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ Twin brothers Tom and Reuben Allen will go head-to-head when the Hawke's Bay Magpies take on the Manawatu Turbos tonight. It's the first time the 22 year old twins have played against each other. Hawke's Bay Tairawhiti reporter Alexa Cook caught up with them ahead of their big game. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1656-twin_brothers_to_go_head-to-head_on_the_rugby_field-128.mp3) ## [NZ hydrofoil company expanding into US market](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048633/nz-hydrofoil-company-expanding-into-us-market) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ A New Zealand company making fully electric hydrofoil passenger boats is looking to expand into the US market, after raising $30 million from investors. Vessev's first customer in America is Fly Tahoe, a sustainable water transport operator. Company co-founder and CEO, Eric Laakmann spoke to Lisa Owen. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1651-nz_hydrofoil_company_expanding_into_us_market-128.mp3) ## [US vows to impose toughest economic sanctions in history](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048631/us-vows-to-impose-toughest-economic-sanctions-in-history) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ Middle East correspondent Lou Browne spoke to Lisa Owen about the US treasury secretary vowing to impose "the toughest economic sanctions in history" on Iran, while Iran accuses the US of "economic terrorism". [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1646-us_vows_to_impose_toughest_economic_sanctions_in_history-128.mp3) ## [Snapshot Showdown on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/3KxhrTb4vaV4) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Available on Google Play for Android devices. ## [Auckland FC head to Saudi Arabia for Intercontinental Cup](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048629/auckland-fc-head-to-saudi-arabia-for-intercontinental-cup) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ Auckland FC are on their way to Saudi Arabia for the Intercontinental Cup with reassurances from FIFA that it is safe to do so. Next week's clash in Jeddah against Asian champions Al-Alhi will boost the coffers to the tune of close to $2 million even if the Aucklanders lose. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1631-auckland_fc_head_to_saudi_arabia-128.mp3) ## [Tauranga woman fined $100 for three second passenger drop off](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048630/tauranga-woman-fined-dollar100-for-three-second-passenger-drop-off) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ A Tauranga woman is describing a $100 ticket for double parking during a passenger drop off as 'the most expensive three seconds' of her life. The drop off was was in Durham Street in July. Leticia Emery was behind the wheel and believes the ticket is an example of over the top revenue gathering by the council. Leticia Emery spoke to Lisa Owen. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1625-tauranga_woman_on_hundred_dollar_ticket-128.mp3) ## [Healthline calls in reinforcements for flu surge](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2019048628/healthline-calls-in-reinforcements-for-flu-surge) _2026-08-21 · Checkpoint_ Healthline has called in reinforcements to cope with a deluge of calls following a surge in flu like illnesses. The boss of Health New Zealand says the entire system is under pressure from the biggest flu outbreak in years. Flu related hospitalisations are at a 10 year high in Auckland. Wakarongorau Aotearoa operates Healthline, Chief Operating Officer Brian O'connell spoke to Lisa Owen. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/ckpt/ckpt-20260821-1606-healthline_calls_in_reinforcements_for_flu_surge-128.mp3) ## [Morning Report Essentials Friday 21 August](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048578/morning-report-essentials-friday-21-august) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ Potaka responds to claims policy boosted homelessness; Health and safety specialist reponds to Mauao review; Waimakariri mayor says fast track challenges still remain; Are pharmacies seeing late winter uptake in flu jabs; Weekly Sports Panel: Abby Wilson and Lima Sopoaga [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-1000-morning_report_essentials_friday_21_august-128.mp3) ## [Latest news from Australia](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048567/latest-news-from-australia) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ We crossed the Tasman to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Richard Willingham from ABC in Victoria. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0854-latest_news_from_australia-128.mp3) ## [Brew fans turn out for this weekend's Beervana festival](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048566/brew-fans-turn-out-for-this-weekend-s-beervana-festival) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ Wellington on a plate becomes Wellington in a glass today as Beervana returns to Wellington. 65 breweries will be vying for the attention of attendees with creations such as a beer-infused soft serve ice cream. 14 non alcoholic beers will also be on show. Beervana director Ryan McArthur spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0845-brew_fans_turn_out_for_this_weekends_beervana_festival-128.mp3) ## [Move to plug-in solar could be deadly, engineers say](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048565/move-to-plug-in-solar-could-be-deadly-engineers-say) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ Engineers have warned the government people will be at greater risk of electrocution if it pushes ahead with a rule change. Solar power installers agree, saying the change would set up a potentially 'deadly' situation for households. Phil Pennington reports. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0841-move_to_plug-in_solar_could_be_deadly_engineers_say-128.mp3) ## [Market update](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/businessnews/audio/2019048564/market-update) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/business/bus-mnr-20260821-0835-market_update-128.mp3) ## [Consumers tire of power companies' billions as bills rise](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048563/consumers-tire-of-power-companies-billions-as-bills-rise) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ Power companies have been reporting billion-dollar earnings in the most recent financial year, and one electricity retailer says their customers aren't likely to be impressed. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to John Campbell. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0827-consumers_tire_of_power_companies_billions_as_bills_rise-128.mp3) ## [Aucklanders get their say thanks to citizen juries](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048561/aucklanders-get-their-say-thanks-to-citizen-juries) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ Should Takapuna Golf Course be a flood storage wetland, and how should Auckland manage feral cats? With fewer than a third of Aucklanders voting in the 2022 and 2025 local elections, Auckland Council has been holding 'citizen juries' to ask residents how they'd solve the challenging issues facing the region. Jessica Hopkins reports. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0823-aucklanders_get_their_say_thanks_to_citizen_juries-128.mp3) ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/0PcqRipu2nfW) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Weekly Sports Panel: Abby Wilson and Lima Sopoaga](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048562/weekly-sports-panel-abby-wilson-and-lima-sopoaga) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ 1 News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and All Black and Manu Samoa player, Lima Sopoaga join Morning Report for this week's sports panel. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0814-weekly_sports_panel_abby_wilson_and_lima_sopoaga-128.mp3) ## [Health and safety specialist reponds to Mauao review](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048559/health-and-safety-specialist-reponds-to-mauao-review) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ An independent review into the fatal landslide at Mauao concluded the 6 deaths were preventable .. and that the Tauranga City Council failed to act on warnings about the dangers of slips for decades Former High Court Judge Paul Davison KC wasn't asked to consider criminal, civil, or disciplinary liability ... but there are ongoing investigations by police, the Government, the Coroner, and health… [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0808-health_and_safety_specialist_reponds_to_mauao_review-128.mp3) ## [Are pharmacies seeing late winter uptake in flu jabs?](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048556/are-pharmacies-seeing-late-winter-uptake-in-flu-jabs) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ A spike in winter illnesses is putting pressure on all parts of the health system, from GPs to emergency departments and ambulance services. Auckland's just had its worst 7-days for flu hospitalisations in a decade, with 177 people admitted with severe acute respiratory illness - up from 125 the week prior. On Wednesday, free health advice service Healthline fielded more than 1300 calls in a day -… [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0751-are_pharmacies_seeing_late_winter_uptake_in_flu_jabs-128.mp3) ## [All Blacks confident ahead of first test](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048544/all-blacks-confident-ahead-of-first-test) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ All Blacks coach Dave Rennie is refusing to engage in any mind games as he prepares his side to take on the World Champion Springboks at Ellis Park. Rennie has named his side for Sunday morning's match and as rugby reporter Joe Porter reports, there is an air of quiet confidence among the All Blacks and their fans in Johannesburg. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0643-all_blacks_confident_ahead_of_first_test-128.mp3) ## [Prince Harry and his family are moving home](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048543/prince-harry-and-his-family-are-moving-home) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and their two children, will relocate from California to a private non-royal residence outside of London. UK prime minister Andy Burnham has said the security arrangements for their return are a private matter. BBC correspondent Helena Wilkinson spoke to John Campbell. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0637-prince_harry_and_his_family_are_moving_home-128.mp3) ## [Morning rural news](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/ruralnews/audio/2019048538/morning-rural-news) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/rural/rur-mnr-20260821-0633-morning_rural_news-128.mp3) ## [Early sports update](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048536/early-sports-update) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ An early morning sports news update. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0625-early_sports_update-128.mp3) ## [Three rough sleepers die in a month](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048535/three-rough-sleepers-die-in-a-month) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ Weeks before the government is set to give police powers to move on rough sleepers, officials have admitted to RNZ they can't guarantee immediate shelter for anyone on any given night. Concerns have repeatedly been raised about the increasing number of people living on the streets with three rough sleepers dying in the past month. Political reporter Lillian Hanly has the story. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0621-three_rough_sleepers_die_in_a_month-128.mp3) ## [World news wrap](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048533/world-news-wrap) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0618-world_news_wrap-128.mp3) ## [Can infrastructure sector offer NZ more bang for buck?](https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2019048534/can-infrastructure-sector-offer-nz-more-bang-for-buck) _2026-08-20 · Morning Report_ With an election on the horizon, bipartisanship is among the hottest topics at this year's Building Nations conference - the country's premier gathering of infrastructure decision-makers. It's as the country tries to find a way out of the paradox of being one of the highest infrastructure spenders in the OECD, that's as percentage of GDP, with not much bang for buck. Nick Leggett, the chief… [Listen](https://flex.acast.com/podcast.radionz.co.nz/mnr/mnr-20260821-0609-can_infrastructure_sector_offer_nz_more_bang_for_buck-128.mp3) ## [‘Wonder Man’ star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II on cancellation and confidence](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/20/nx-s1-5939445/wonder-man-star-yahya-abdul-mateen-ii-on-cancellation-and-confidence) _2026-08-20 · Fresh Air_ Two weeks after being nominated for an Emmy for his leading role in Wonder Man , Yahya Abdul-Mateen II found out that the series had been cancelled. He says Marvel could do more to support Black-led projects. Abdul-Mateen spoke with co-host Tonya Mosley about how he stumbled into acting, padding his early resumé, and working through his stutter. Also, film critic Justin Chang reviews Teenage Death… [Listen](https://prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-381444908/npr.simplecastaudio.com/49850946-31c1-4953-8129-0d718420c400/episodes/825a96d3-16d7-4c01-aa94-ca43e763c6e0/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=49850946-31c1-4953-8129-0d718420c400&awEpisodeId=825a96d3-16d7-4c01-aa94-ca43e763c6e0&feed=jBsBZBHh&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5939445&p=381444908&d=2763&size=44224348) ## [Melissa in the Morning: FEMA Cuts](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943395) _2026-08-20 · WICC · WICC The Voice of Connecticut_ State leaders are taking aim at FEMA staffing cuts. Senator Richard Blumenthal is calling on the new FEMA Administrator to address staffing shortages they say could hinder the agency’s ability to respond to disasters. We spoke with Senator Blumenthal to learn more. [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943395.mp3?modified=1787232402&sid=4994425&source=rss) ## [Melissa in the Morning: Water Cyberattacks](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943394) _2026-08-20 · WICC · WICC The Voice of Connecticut_ Connecticut is warning water utilities after cyberattacks disrupted systems in at least seven states. State officials say no Connecticut water system has reported an attack, but they acknowledge they don't know how many systems use the equipment targeted. To talk more about this, we chatted with Evan Allard, Director of the Connecticut Intelligence Center which is part of the state Department of… [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943394.mp3?modified=1787232378&sid=4994425&source=rss) ## [Melissa in the Morning: Chronic Absenteeism Report](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943393) _2026-08-20 · WICC · WICC The Voice of Connecticut_ More Connecticut students are making it to class. State data shows chronic absenteeism fell for the fourth straight year, with 16.4% of students missing at least 10% of the school year. That’s down from a pandemic peak of 23.7%. We got key takeaways from Ajit Gopalakrishnan, Chief Performance Officer for the Connecticut State Department of Education. [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943393.mp3?modified=1787232329&sid=4994425&source=rss) ## [Melissa in the Morning: Covid Vengeance?](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943392) _2026-08-20 · WICC · WICC The Voice of Connecticut_ COVID infections are rising or likely rising in all 50 states, according to the CDC. Health experts say the latest summer wave could peak in early September. Wastewater data also shows COVID levels have more than doubled since July, with the South and West currently seeing some of the highest levels. We asked our infectious disease expert, Dr. Fred Browne, about the latest data and what that means… [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943392.mp3?modified=1787232309&sid=4994425&source=rss) ## [Melissa in the Morning: Mid-Air Collision](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943391) _2026-08-20 · WICC · WICC The Voice of Connecticut_ A deadly midair collision is under investigation in Pennsylvania. A small Cessna 150 struck a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter on Wednesday night near Carlisle Airport. The plane’s pilot was killed. Two state troopers aboard the helicopter were injured but are expected to recover. The FAA and NTSB are investigating what caused the crash. We checked in with retired commercial airline pilot from… [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8943391.mp3?modified=1787232237&sid=4994425&source=rss) ## News Flash August 20, 2026 _2026-08-20 · Kan English_ Strike causes Ben-Gurion airport chaos. Iran defiant in face of Trump's economic D-Day threat.DM Katz warns Erdogan against deploying troops in Syria. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/23f697a0-7e6a-4e96-a223-a82c00962b12/37b98cbf-729a-464e-8652-aa1d00faca47/ad84a501-8702-475b-a999-b4ac00be75a6/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=63598e6f-8233-431c-b823-aa1d00fb2546) ## [Global Captive Podcast’s Cutcher: Episodes Deliver Innovation, Strategy, Real-World Success Stories](https://web.ambest.com/information-services/am-best-audio) _2026-08-20 · A.M. Best Company, Inc. · AM Best Audio_ Global Captive Podcast host Richard Cutcher explains how firsthand insight from captive owners, risk managers and industry leaders help uncover emerging trends and innovative risk-financing strategies. [Listen](https://audio4.redcircle.com/episodes/060e3b32-1881-45f2-b286-0a3b45b6d31c/stream.mp3) ## The public interest in the state investment scheme _2026-08-20 · Breakfast Business with Joe Lynam_ With the Government set to introduce a new state investment scheme in the new year. Banking Federations and Investment Ireland have released new research showing that almost four in five adults are interested in it. To discuss further was Brian Hayes the Chief Executive of BPFI. [Listen](https://bauernordic-pods.sharp-stream.com/ie/2750/2008_banking__3f46bc46_normal.mp3?aw_0_1st.episodeid=415926&aw_0_1st.collectionid=2750) ## The business of Landmark Technologies _2026-08-20 · Breakfast Business with Joe Lynam_ With the ever-increasing reliance on technology and AI in our world, I.T companies have never been so important as they are now. Landmark Technologies is one of Ireland’s leading IT outsourcing and Cloud Service Providers. They have recently pivoted towards becoming a specialist in AI. Joining Jonathan this morning was Ken Kelleher the Founder and Managing Director of Landmark. [Listen](https://bauernordic-pods.sharp-stream.com/ie/2750/2008_ai__dd45ca35_normal.mp3?aw_0_1st.episodeid=415921&aw_0_1st.collectionid=2750)