Steven and Jeremy looked at the G1 Climax 35 Finals between Konosuke Takeshita and EVIL. They discussed the (possibly flawed) strategy of a part-timer winning the company's most prestigious tournament. What is the best path for New Japan if they refuse to push a full timer? Is babyface EVIL on the way? Plus, the debut of the Knockout Brothers, a Ko…

In the latest episode of the Geomob podcast, Richard Conway from Telespazio discusses the EOEPCA initiative with Alastair. EOEPCA is an ESA project aimed at improving the interoperability of Earth Observation platforms. He explains the architecture of EOEPCA and its evolution into EOEPCA+, emphasising the importance of stakeholder engagement and op…

In the spring of 1998, 23-year-old Amy Bradley boarded a Royal Caribbean cruise with her parents and brother. Just a few days into the cruise, Amy vanished. Her father, Ron, said he last saw her on the balcony early in the morning after a night of partying. But when the family woke up, Amy was nowhere to be found. Join Mike and Morf for part 1 of 2…

The G1 Climax is down to the final four, and Steven and Jeremy discussed the journeys of Konosuke Takeshita, Zack Sabre Jr., EVIL and Yota Tsuji, how they got there and their predictions for the semifinals and finals. They also looked at what heartbreaking losses may do for Yuya Uemura, David Finlay and Shota Umino. Plus, Historic Crossover in Chin…

In this episode of the Geomob podcast, hosts Ed and Steven are joined by Ed Parsons for a rich conversation about the evolution of geospatial technology, the impact of Google on the industry, and the future of geospatial data. They discuss the transition from corporate life to freelancing, the importance of community in the geospatial field, and th…

On Saturday July 26th, 2025, officers from the Arkansas State Police were notified that there had been a double homicide in the park. The bodies were identified as forty-three-year-old Clinton Brink and forty-one-year-old Cristen Brink. The two had been hiking with two of their daughters, who are seven and nine years old, at Devil's Den State Park.…

This week, Steven and Jeremy talked about the G1 Climax. A few wrestlers were eliminated from contention, but top stars such as Zack Sabre Jr., Konosuke Takeshita, David Finlay, Shingo Takagi and others are still very much alive. They discussed each match as well as looked ahead to the home stretch of the tournament and looked at possible playoff s…

In this episode of the Geomob Podcast, host Steven welcomes Ian James, who shares his extensive career at the Ordnance Survey. James, who spent over 40 years at the organization, discusses the dramatic evolution of cartography from traditional paper maps to modern digital databases. He reflects on the challenges of digitization, the impact of open …

In 2023, authorities received a call about possible human body parts in plastic bags outside of a home in Tarzana, California. When officers arrived at the scene, there were no bags in front of the house and no body parts to be found. The next morning, a man found a torso in the dumpster, which ignited an exhaustive investigation. Join Mike and Mor…

Jeremy Finestone is back with Episode 175 of Speaking of Strong Style. The G1 Climax 35 continues, as Jeremy reviews the July 25-July 30th 2025 matches of the #NJPW #G1CLIMAX35. With Jeremy rolling solo, the chat and him discuss the prospects of the future of the G1 next year and beyond, scenarios for post G1 IWGP challenges, and more! A fun show s…

Welcome to this latest EDGA podcast, in which we greatly enjoyed speaking with English golfer Carroll Grinnell, who needed life-changing surgery following a boating accident during her retirement in 2017. Rather than this holding her back, Carol displays a zest and joy for life which shows us that positive thinking can unlock so many doors in sport…

Ed interviews Olivia Ragone, a GIS data officer at the National Trust, discussing the integration of OpenStreetMap in the mapping the UK's historic sites and trails. Olivia shares insights into the challenges faced in mapping, the importance of community engagement, and the future of interactive mapping for visitors. The conversation highlights the…

In 2023, five people were brutally murdered in a home in Florida, and it turned out, as it does in many cases like this, that the killer was someone close to home. Two young boys were also at the house but were unharmed and able to call for help. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Terwilliger family murders. As police were investigating the gri…

A busy week got busier for Steven and Jeremy as the first four nights of the G1 Climax tournament took place, followed by the news of Hulk Hogan's passing. Steven looked back at Hogan's long history with New Japan and how he became the biggest foreign star NJPW ever had. Plus, they also broke down the G1, with Gabe Kidd's injury, YOSHI-HASHI's run,…

In this episode of the Geomob podcast, Ed interviews Gregory Marler, a key member of the OpenStreetMap community an organizer of the State of the Map Europe conference (14-15 Nov 2025). They discuss the upcoming event in Dundee, Scotland, its logistics, audience engagement, and the importance of community participation in the geospatial field. Greg…

In 2017, 33-year-old private investigator and former police officer Taylor Wright vanished in after heading out to meet a friend. Eventually, the truth about what happened to Taylor would come out, and this would evolve into a homicide investigation; one that would lead directly to someone very close to Taylor. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss th…

It's time for the annual G1 Climax Preview Show! Steven and Jeremy break down every facet of wrestling's most important tournament, Will Zack Sabre Jr. repeat? Can Shota Umino make post-block play? Will Shingo Takagi, Yota Tsuji, Gabe Kidd, David Finlay and Konnosuke Takeshita be in it until the end? Every one of these possibilities is examined, wh…

Chris Oates is a professor of statistics at Newcastle University - he got there despite being somewhat indecisive about his career. This episode was made possible by the Leverhulme Trust, a UK-based organisation which funds ambitious blue skies research across various disciplines - https://www.leverhulme.ac.uk Professor Oates was the recipient of p…

In this episode of the Geomob podcast, host Alastair speaks with Laura O'Brien and Lewis Rattray from Frontierra, an environmental geospatial consultancy. They discuss the integration of satellite data into financial institutions to assess climate and nature risks. The conversation covers the role of geospatial data in decision-making, the importan…

In 2011, 27-year-old Lauren Giddings was studying for the bar exam. She had told friends and family that she would be out of contact during this time so she could give her full attention. For this reason, it took everyone in her life longer than it normally would have to realize she was missing. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Laur…

This week, Steven and Jeremy looked at two shows in Tokyo, and Taichi's run to the G1 after a match-of-the-year candidate with Tomohiro Ishii. They also discussed El Desperado's character development, Kosei Fujita's potential and the G1 Climax field. Plus, why DOUKI in House of Torture still doesn't work despite efforts to explain it, Daiki Nagai j…

Ed chats with Jussi Aho, now a Senior Product Manager at UP42, but previously at HERE. Jussi recently wrote an article about his unique experience working undercover as a delivery rider to gain insights into last-mile delivery challenges. They discuss the geospatial aspects of routing, the emotional and physical challenges faced by riders, and the …

On January 30th, 1989, the soon to be fourteen-year-old Ilene Misheloff vanished from Dublin, California. She left school early to head home and then attend ice skating lessons, but she never made it. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the disappearance of Ilene Misheloff. Ilene's case has been linked through the years with other girls who have dis…

This week, Steven and Jeremy discussed Zack Sabre Jr. regaining the IWGP World Heavyweight Title from Hirooki Goto and the possible reasons behind it. Plus, a Tanahashi Jam review, weekend preview, Steven's predictions about the G1 2025 box office and a little history of Sabre Jr's journey to New Japan.…

Gary Barrett played golf as a teenager in Ireland, but stopped playing after his above-the-knee left leg amputation aged 22. Golf came back to him on his 50th birthday. Gary says: “I’m so thankful that my wife had the idea. I only started playing golf again 18 months or so ago when Jill bought a set of clubs for my birthday. “I now love nothing mor…

In this conversation, Ed and Steven recap recent Geomob events in Barcelona and London, discussing attendance challenges and the cultural differences affecting participation. They highlight innovative talks from various speakers, focusing on geospatial technology applications in education, delivery solutions, and safety mapping. The discussion also…

In the early morning hours of Sat August 20th, 2016, Twenty-seven-year-old Derrick Dearman, entered the home where his twenty-four-year-old estranged girlfriend, Laneta Lester, was staying. It was Laneta's brother's home, situated approximately 30 miles outside Mobile, Alabama. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Citronelle murders. Laneta had f…

This week on episode 170, Steven and Jeremy discussed the signing of Aaron Wolf and why it's a bigger deal in Japan than many in America might think. They also looked at El Desperado's Death Pain Invitational. Steven's existential crisis continued as he related more of what bothers him about the shift in tone with the House of Torture angle. Plus, …

In this episode of the Geomob podcast, Alastair is joined by guests Henry Rodman and Jonas Sølvsteen to discuss the EO API, a new initiative from Development Seed aimed at improving access to geospatial data. They cover their backgrounds in geospatial technology before turning to the API, focusing on how it works and its intended purpose. They delv…

In Part 1, we outlined the bulk of the cases connected to this series and discussed how many of the instances were remarkably similar in some ways, and how the areas where the crimes occurred often overlapped with each other. Join Mike and Morf for part 2 of the Connecticut River Valley killings. In Part 2, we will discuss a couple of additional de…

Dominion was an uneven mess. Steven and Jeremy break down the show match by match, which featured some excellent wrestling (Goto v Shingo, Takeshita v Boltin, Kidd v Tsuji), and a couple of surprises that landed with thuds. They discuss why DOUKI's defection was so disappointing from a fan's standpoint, lament House of Torture's rise and point out …

Steven ‘Spud’ Alderson says: “Follow your passion, whatever it may be”. In this EDGA Podcast we connect with Steven, an Australian golfer with autism, who is winning friends and influencing people in G4D, from his home club of Willunga to Woburn in England, and beyond. We also hear from Steven’s caddie and friend of the family, Trent, who is suppor…

Ed interviews Luís de Sousa about Discrete Global Grid Systems (DGGS), a transformative technology in the field of GIS. Luis explains the concept of DGGS, its historical context, and its significance in providing a more regular and usable partition of the Earth's surface compared to traditional latitude and longitude systems. The conversation cover…

From 1968 to 1989 there were a large number of murders in what is known as the Connecticut River Valley. But with the long period of time and bodies found in multiple states, it's hard to know how many of these murders are connected. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss what has become known as the Connecticut River Valley Killings. Law enforcement a…

This week, Steven and Jeremy previewed Dominion, looking at every match on the card. They mused on who might be the new X in House of Torture, whether Okada v Omega can live up to the past, Takeshita's role in New Japan, and a recap of the gonzo spectacle that was Yano v Super Sasadango Machine.By Steven Conway, Jeremy Finestone

Ed and Steven discuss the recent Geomob Berlin event, highlighting its success and the innovative projects presented by various speakers. They also touch on upcoming events in London and Barcelona, and share updates on OpenCage's developments, including AI integration. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob eve…

In 1997, an individual terrorized the area around Nashville, Tennessee. This person robbed several fast-food restaurants, killing workers in the process. A man named Paul Dennis Reed Jr. was ultimately identified as "the fast-food killer" and took seven lives before he was caught. Join Mike and Morf as they talk about Paul Dennis Reid Jr., dubbed b…

This week, Steven and Jeremy had a free-flowing conversation covering the passing of a former IWGP Champion, Sumo's connections to pro wrestling with the promotion of Onosato to Yokozuna, and why Taichi has a strong run left in him. Steven unboxed a prize from the NJPW fan club, plus they broke down each match from the Best of the Super Juniors Fin…

In this episode of the Geomob Podcast, Philip Kershaw of CEDA (Centre for Environmental Data Analysis) discusses the Earth Observation Data Hub (EODH), a new initiative funded by the UK government aimed at improving access to environmental data. He explains the evolution of the JASMIN facility and the CEMS initiative, highlighting the importance of…

Just before 11:00 p.m. on August 1, 2018, authorities in Griffin, Georgia, were called to a home on the 800 block of Sunnybrook Drive. Twenty-three-year-old Steven Freeman had been shot, and Mary Katherine Higdon, who lived in the house with Steven, admitted that she was the one who shot him. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Mary Katherine Higdon…

This week, Steven and Jeremy discussed the last block matches from the Best of the Super Junior tournament. They also talked about MAO bringing DDT-style wrestling to New Japan, if Kevin Knight's dual contract situation hurts his push, plus a finals preview.By Steven Conway, Jeremy Finestone

When Alexia Girault of France qualified for the 2024 RSM European Net Play-offs it was in part the summation of a remarkable comeback through golf, that has significantly helped Alexia’s physical and mental health after facing a major trauma in her life. When aged 30, Alexia awoke paralysed due to a tumour in the spinal cord. Alexia tells us: “We a…

In this episode of the Geomob podcast, host Steven welcomes Quintin Lake, a renowned photographer who undertook an epic five-year journey walking the entire coastline of mainland Britain. Quintin shares insights about his experiences, the challenges he faced, and the inspiration behind his book, 'The Perimeter'. The conversation delves into the str…

In 2008, 19-year-old Brandon lived with his parents in Marshall, Minnesota. He was home from college and attending some parties on the night he went missing. The mysteries surrounding this case continue to perplex law enforcement and the online true crime community. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Brandon Swanson's disappearance. Brandon spoke t…

Steven was back with Jeremy after two weeks in Japan. He talked about seeing All Japan and STARDOM, the Tuduokan shop, going Ribera steakhouse, sponsors in wrestling and meeting Master Wato. Plus, NJPW and WWE's production, why Resurgence should be the Rocky V of New Japan and they looked at each wrestler in the BOSJ tournament.…

Deep Cover is a true crime podcast about people who lead double lives, from our friends at Pushkin Industries. The new season, The Truth About Sarah, reveals a story of stolen valor and misplaced heroism. Sarah Cavanaugh was many things to the people who knew her: a decorated veteran, a Marine who saved her comrades, a young woman fighting cancer. …

Ed chats with Peter Rabley, the CEO of the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC). They discuss Peter's journey into the geospatial field, the role and importance of OGC in promoting interoperability through open standards, and the challenges and opportunities in the rapidly evolving technological landscape. Peter reflects on his first year as CEO, empha…

On April 23rd, 2018, officers responded to a call about human remains found in Eastport, Florida. They found the body of a woman who had been a victim of foul play; she had obviously been beaten before her murder, and it was a brutal one. She was later identified as Aileen Seiden. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Aileen Seiden. Early the next day…

Jeremy Finestone is back solo with another episode of Speaking of Strong Style! With Steven Conway away in Japan, Jeremy reviewed NJPW Resurgence from Ontario, CA, as well as the first four nights of the Best of the Super Juniors 32! In addition, Jeremy fielded questions from the audience and discussed why Gabe Kidd on AEW Dynamite was a negative f…

Steven welcomes Miguel Álvarez, a cartographer and telecommunications engineer to discuss his website Mappas Milhaud and his blog, A Cartographer's Tale. He shares his journey into the world of maps and geography, starting from a young age with a passion for atlases, the creation of his map catalogue Mapas Milhaud, and the storytelling aspect of hi…