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This week, Jason begins an exploration of a book by Tom Standage about the history of beverages!!!  Who doesn't like cold(or hot) beverages?!?!  We enjoy yet another beer from Mexico!!!

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At the height of what many in DC affectionately term "Appropriations Season" Congressman Porter sat down with Porter Group's own Chris Porter and Ben Rosenbaum to discuss the complex federal funding process, including the rebirth of 'earmarks' as Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) or Community Project Funding (CPF) requests in recent years. 

Join our expert panel for a discussion that serves as a guide for communities and organizations aiming to navigate the federal funding maze. 

To kick off 2024, Congressman Porter and Nathan Fiala spent some time with Tanya Skeen, former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Acquisitions and a Navy veteran. Skeen masterfully unpacks the very real consequences funding stopgaps and Continuing Resolutions have on military readiness and shares with us her knowledge of the ties binding government fundings to the front lines of global conflict.

Congressman Porter had the opportunity to sit down with Nevada's Secretary of State, Cisco Aguilar as SOS Aguilar shared his insights on the future of elections, the potential future impact of artificial intelligence in our elections, and the excitement in Nevada over FormulaOne and the 2024 Superbowl. 

Mandi McKay joins me via the interwebs to talk about sustainability, which makes sense because she is the Director of Environmental and Social Impact at Sierra Nevada Brewing's Chico, CA headquarters. Mandi has advice for breweries of any size, and even some recommendations for consumers to participate in the sustainability movement while still enjoying that beer. Subscribe to the beertruth podcast and follow along on Instagram @beertruth.podcast.

Go in depth at sierranevada.com/sustainability

In honor of Veterans Day and the 248th Birthday of the Marine Corps, Congressman Porter sat down with Master Sergeant (ret.) John Rose to discuss his years of service in the Marines,  his life-altering experience surviving an IED blast in Afghanistan, and his transition to advocacy on behalf of veterans and individuals with disabilities. 

In honor of Veterans Day, Congressman Porter sat down with Brigadier General (ret.) Robert P. Daniels to discuss the history and significance of the day. With his years in the National Guard, experience in academia and decades in the nonprofit sector supporting employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, General Daniels brings an inspiring perspective on the importance of public service. 

Jeff Gives his brief thoughts on the Nuggets early season. Remember foks, there's no point in heavily analyzing the NBA season until you get at least 10-12 games into the season. Not enough time for true trends to develop but Jeff likes what he sees so far from the team

In the second half Jeff talks about how the player makes the coach in what he likes to call the 'Tim Duncan Principle'

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 On this episode of the Off The Charts Football Podcast, Matt Manocherian (@mattmano) welcomes Bryce Rossler (@btrossler) and James Weaver (@J_Weaver97) of the SIS Research Team to the show to talk about some of the most impactful decisions from last week's NFL games. The guys discuss the Jaguars going for two against the Bills (1:31), the Ravens running a goal line fade against the Steelers (4:26), the Vikings calling a fake punt against the Chiefs (7:28), the Bears kicking a field goal on 4th and 1 against the Commanders (8:31), and the Raiders choosing to kick a long field goal against the Packers on Monday Night Football (11:06). The show closes with a look ahead to NFL Week 6 (15:51).  

Check out the entire article from James titled "Ranking NFL's Best, Worst Coaching Decisions from Week 5" over at The33rdTeam.com.

Thank you for listening. Please check out The Edge, The Trenches Tool, the SIS NFL Draft Website and SportsInfoSolutions.com for all our latest content, and don't forget to check out the SIS Baseball Podcast, available wherever you get your podcasts. 

 On this episode of the Off The Charts Football Podcast, Matt Manocherian (@mattmano) welcomes Bryce Rossler (@btrossler) and James Weaver (@J_Weaver97) of the SIS Research Team to the show to talk about some of the most impactful decisions from last week's NFL games. The guys discuss the Jaguars going for two against the Bills (1:31), the Ravens running a goal line fade against the Steelers (4:26), the Vikings calling a fake punt against the Chiefs (7:28), the Bears kicking a field goal on 4th and 1 against the Commanders (8:31), and the Raiders choosing to kick a long field goal against the Packers on Monday Night Football (11:06). The show closes with a look ahead to NFL Week 6 (15:51).  

Check out the entire article from James titled "Ranking NFL's Best, Worst Coaching Decisions from Week 5" over at The33rdTeam.com.

Thank you for listening. Please check out The Edge, The Trenches Tool, the SIS NFL Draft Website and SportsInfoSolutions.com for all our latest content, and don't forget to check out the SIS Baseball Podcast, available wherever you get your podcasts. 

As we head toward a federal government shutdown, Congressman Porter is joined on PoliticsAside by two experts to discuss the implications of government shutdowns on national defense.

Join Congressman Porter, Chris O'Donnell, former senior executive at the Department of Defense, and Porter Group's Nate Fiala, as they dissect the real impact of the 14 shutdowns that have occured since 1981. Learn from insiders about the challenges faced by government employees, defense contracts, and the Pentagon's struggle to counter potential threats from overseas. 

Earlier this month Congressman Porter had the opportunity to sit down with Ted McKinney, the former Under Secretary at the US Department of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, and now the CEO of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture.  They discussed the complexities of the Farm Bill and its direct impact on families, businesses, and communities across the US. From funding various food services to agricultural projects and nutrition programs - the Farm Bill plays a pivotal role in ensuring food safety and availability to all Americans. 

In the latest episode of PoliticsAside, Congressman Porter is joined by special guest Brian Burns  - a bluegrass musician, festival promoter, Porter Group's creative lead and a seasoned 'burner'. 

Brian guides us through the experience of taking part in the annual Burning Man Festival, which began in 1986 as a small artist's project and today is a cultural phenomenon hosting 80,000 attendees annually. 

Congressman Porter was joined by Roseman University's Dr. Renee Coffman and Dr. Tom Metzger to discuss the GENESIS Program. GENESIS is an answer to the challenge of how to effectively merge health services and social services in a way that will truly improve the health of high-risk populations. GENESIS provides high-risk patients with tailored high-tech and high-touch medical and social services aimed at helping them conveniently address barriers to optimal patient and household health outcomes. 

Jeff previews the NBA Draft and if the Nuggets can move up into the first round and get a (likely) guard they need on the roster.

In the second half Jeff talks about MPJ and his desire to be a star and how that conflicts with the Nuggets need for him to accept being a third or fourth banana. It doesn't matter right now, but will probably matter in the future.

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It's officially the offseason at the Mortcast! The Nuggets are NBA champions and the sun is shining brightly. On the latest Mortcast Jeff talks about how the Nuggets and Jokic have given the League an existential crisis over their size and Jokic being a 1 of 1.

In the second half of the podcast Jeff goes over what he calles "NBA Stupid Season" and gives a bit of a guide into keeping your sanity as trade rumors and more pop up out of nowhere.

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They did it folks! They did it! The Denver Nuggets on the back of Nikola Jokic and Michael Porter Jr gut out a gritty 94-89 victory over the Miami Heat to secure their first ever NBA champtionship. It's surreal and wonderful to behold for a long time fan who never thought he would see this day.

In the second half Jeff reflects on the long journey to this point for himself. How he got here and just how damn long it's been. It is validating to see this now.

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Kevin Walsh and Donnie Rightside have you covered for another week of sports betting. First - NBA rumors are a 24/7 cycle, this time rumors spread of the Mavs chasing LeBron at the trade deadline and possibly targeting him this offseason. How realistic is that outcome? Then, Herro news comes out that he is having issues with swelling in his hand and even if healthy, he might be hesitant to return and mess up the team's rhythm - should he play if healthy? Herbert says Hopkins is an amazing receiver, but likes his group of guys as is. Where could he wind up this offseason? Then - MLB action today. Who do the guys like in each game and what hitter props are they targeting? Finally - Lamar Jackson season talk, people upset over Victor Wenbayama's potential debut game, and more!

The Denver Nuggets didn't play their best game but convincingly prevailed over the Miami Heat to take game one of the NBA Finals. On the latest Mortcast on CSG, Jeff talks about the Nuggets victory over the Heat, talks about Nikola Jokic's greatness and how the Nuggets can be even better in game 2.

In the second half Jeff goes over how the NBA is at a crisis point in trying to promote the Denver Nuggets. The overreliance on athletes getting endorsements has hit the "immovable object" of Nikola Jokic. He just refuses to do so. The league needs to get creative with the best player in the game.

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