Full Episode: Saturday, August 17, 2024
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The podcast opens with a discussion of the upcoming presidential election, focusing on the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania. Former President Trump is campaigning there, while Vice President Harris is expected to visit soon. New polls show a tight race in Pennsylvania, with Harris gaining momentum in other swing states. The podcast then shifts to the impact of Hurricane Ernesto, which made landfall in Bermuda as a Category 1 hurricane, causing significant damage and power outages. The storm's impact is also felt along the eastern seaboard, with dangerous rip currents and high waves. Next, the podcast reports on the expected guilty plea of former Congressman George Santos in his federal fraud trial. Santos faces 23 felony charges, including defrauding donors and lying about his finances. This comes just weeks before his trial was set to begin. The podcast also covers a fire at Somerset House in London, a historic arts venue housing priceless works by Monet and Van Gogh. Firefighters battled the blaze for several hours, but the artworks were not in the area of the fire and no one was injured. The podcast then discusses new real estate commission rules that go into effect, potentially changing the game for both buyers and sellers. The changes stem from a settlement with the National Association of Realtors and could give sellers more negotiating power. The podcast also reports on two separate child abduction attempts, one involving a seven-year-old girl in Michigan and another involving a 15-year-old girl. In both cases, good Samaritans intervened and held the suspects until police arrived. The podcast then covers a fire on a Ferris wheel at a festival in Leipzig, Germany, injuring more than two dozen people. Two of the gondolas were engulfed in flames, and at least two of the injuries were severe. The podcast also reports on a recall of 167,000 pounds of Purdue chicken products due to potential metal contamination. The recalled products include breaded chicken breast nuggets, chicken breast tenders, and butcher box organic nuggets. Finally, the podcast shares the inspiring story of Alley Truett, a competitive swimmer who lost her foot and part of her leg in a shark attack. After undergoing an amputation, she perseveres and qualifies for Team USA's Paralympic swim team, inspiring her hometown community.
Outlines
Presidential Race and Hurricane Ernesto
The podcast opens with a discussion of the upcoming presidential election, focusing on the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania. Former President Trump is campaigning there, while Vice President Harris is expected to visit soon. New polls show a tight race in Pennsylvania, with Harris gaining momentum in other swing states. The podcast then shifts to the impact of Hurricane Ernesto, which made landfall in Bermuda as a Category 1 hurricane, causing significant damage and power outages. The storm's impact is also felt along the eastern seaboard, with dangerous rip currents and high waves.
George Santos and Somerset House Fire
The podcast reports on the expected guilty plea of former Congressman George Santos in his federal fraud trial. Santos faces 23 felony charges, including defrauding donors and lying about his finances. This comes just weeks before his trial was set to begin. The podcast also covers a fire at Somerset House in London, a historic arts venue housing priceless works by Monet and Van Gogh. Firefighters battled the blaze for several hours, but the artworks were not in the area of the fire and no one was injured.
Real Estate Rules, Child Abductions, and Ferris Wheel Fire
The podcast discusses new real estate commission rules that go into effect, potentially changing the game for both buyers and sellers. The changes stem from a settlement with the National Association of Realtors and could give sellers more negotiating power. The podcast also reports on two separate child abduction attempts, one involving a seven-year-old girl in Michigan and another involving a 15-year-old girl. In both cases, good Samaritans intervened and held the suspects until police arrived. The podcast then covers a fire on a Ferris wheel at a festival in Leipzig, Germany, injuring more than two dozen people. Two of the gondolas were engulfed in flames, and at least two of the injuries were severe.
Chicken Recall and Paralympic Swimmer
The podcast also reports on a recall of 167,000 pounds of Purdue chicken products due to potential metal contamination. The recalled products include breaded chicken breast nuggets, chicken breast tenders, and butcher box organic nuggets. Finally, the podcast shares the inspiring story of Alley Truett, a competitive swimmer who lost her foot and part of her leg in a shark attack. After undergoing an amputation, she perseveres and qualifies for Team USA's Paralympic swim team, inspiring her hometown community.
Keywords
Battleground State
A state that is considered to be crucial in a presidential election, as it could swing the outcome in favor of one candidate or the other. These states are often targeted by campaigns with increased resources and attention.
Rip Current
A strong, localized current that flows away from the shore, often perpendicular to the waves. Rip currents can be extremely dangerous, pulling swimmers out to sea.
Federal Fraud
A crime involving the use of deception or false statements to obtain money or property from the government. This can include schemes involving government contracts, grants, or loans.
Child Abduction
The unlawful taking or removal of a child from their parents or guardians. Child abductions can be motivated by a variety of factors, including sexual assault, ransom, or the desire to raise the child as their own.
Real Estate Commission
A fee paid to a real estate agent for their services in helping to buy or sell a property. Commissions are typically a percentage of the sale price and are split between the buyer's agent and the seller's agent.
Paralympic Games
An international sporting event for athletes with disabilities. The Paralympic Games are held every four years, following the Olympic Games.
Q&A
What is the latest news on the presidential race?
The race for the White House is intensifying, with both campaigns focusing on Pennsylvania, a crucial battleground state. New polls show a tight race in Pennsylvania, with Vice President Harris gaining momentum in other swing states.
What is the impact of Hurricane Ernesto?
Hurricane Ernesto has made landfall in Bermuda as a Category 1 hurricane, causing significant damage and power outages. The storm's impact is also felt along the eastern seaboard, with dangerous rip currents and high waves.
What is the latest development in the George Santos case?
Sources tell ABC News that former Congressman George Santos is expected to plead guilty in his federal fraud trial. Santos faces 23 felony charges, including defrauding donors and lying about his finances. This comes just weeks before his trial was set to begin.
How did good Samaritans help in the child abduction attempts?
Security video captures a man attempting to abduct a seven-year-old girl in Michigan. A bystander intervenes and holds the suspect until police arrive. The same man is also suspected of trying to kidnap a 15-year-old girl earlier that day.
What happened at the Ferris wheel in Germany?
A fire broke out on a Ferris wheel at a festival in Leipzig, Germany, injuring more than two dozen people. Two of the gondolas were engulfed in flames, and at least two of the injuries were severe.
What is the latest news on the frozen chicken nugget recall?
The Department of Agriculture recalls 167,000 pounds of Purdue chicken products due to potential metal contamination. The recalled products include breaded chicken breast nuggets, chicken breast tenders, and butcher box organic nuggets.
What is Alley Truett's story?
Alley Truett, a competitive swimmer, loses her foot and part of her leg in a shark attack. After undergoing an amputation, she perseveres and qualifies for Team USA's Paralympic swim team, inspiring her hometown community.
Show Notes
President Zelenskyy says Ukrainian troops are strengthening positions in Russia; Candidates make battleground swing in Pennsylvania; Hurricane Ernesto batters Bermuda.
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