The Pour Over

The Iran War’s 19th Day, Weather, Weather, Weather, & Sports Tournaments Starting and Ending

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Mar 18, 2026
Coverage of the Iran war on its 19th day and the political fallout that followed. A nationwide extreme weather roundup with storms, tornado watches, heavy snow and heat waves. Sports highlights from the World Baseball Classic and the kickoff of March Madness. Quick takes on a major meatpacking strike, Cuba’s blackout, and surprising vinyl sales milestones.
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INSIGHT

Iran Conflict Intensified After Key Targeted Strikes

  • The Iran war escalated with Israel killing Ali Larijani and a major militia leader, intensifying Washington debate over U.S. involvement.
  • Joe Woodruff notes resignations and political pushback, including Joe Kent's claim that the administration started the war under Israeli pressure.
ADVICE

Turn To Prayer When News Fuels Anxiety

  • In times of violent news, anchor yourself in faith and prayer to resist spirals of anxiety.
  • Joe Woodruff leads a specific prayer asking for peace, protection, comfort, and order for Iran and neighbors.
INSIGHT

Nationwide Weather Swings Hit Nearly Half The Country

  • Nearly half the U.S. faced extreme weather this week, from tornado watches covering 34 million to blizzards burying parts of the Midwest.
  • Peter highlighted 94 million under severe alerts, 360,000 without power, and 4,700+ flight cancellations.
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