Best Game Time With Manny Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 277 - My Top Ten Redo 1:57:16

1d ago1:57:16

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There was essentially no news this week, so we ramble a bit and then get into what we have been playing. Obviously Doom: The Dark Ages is top of mind for both of us, but I also bought a CRT to play extremely relevant releases like Super Smash Bros. Melee and Chibi-Robo.To finish we finally get the time to redo my top ten games of all time list, whi…

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2025 ATP Week 22 - Roland Garros (Draw Talk, Futures Bets, Round 1 Preview) 2:30:46

3h ago2:30:46

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In this new pod, we talk all things @rolandgarros. We do a mega preview of the draw and breakdown each quarter individually. We talk about a multitude of topics including: potential roadblocks for Sinner and Alcaraz, Musetti's "easy" quarter, Djokovic's chances of winning a 25th grand slam, and much more. We incorporate some Round 1 talk in the dra…

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#329 - For Azeroth!: "The Wait Within" 1:11:52

1h ago1:11:52

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Visions of N'zoth have had a nightmare of a launch. Sean and Lex talk time-gating, player expectations, and content shelf-life.By Tru Villain Manny and Lex_Rants

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S2 E36 | Colin Biedenkapp with the Versatile Mind: Software, Music and Entrepreneurship 1:06:59

2h ago1:06:59

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Send us a text What happens when you combine technical brilliance with creative passion? Meet Colin Biedenkapp, a software engineering CEO who moonlights as a pianist and DJ while running a successful flight simulation company. This episode takes you on an unexpected journey through seemingly disconnected worlds that Colin navigates with remarkable…

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2025 ATP Week 21 - Madrid/Rome Recap, Clay Court Power Rankings, Geneva/Hamburg 2nd Round Preview 1:54:18

4d ago1:54:18

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In our first pod in a while, we do a comprehensive recap of the Masters 1000 tournaments in Madrid and Rome. We talk about a multitude of topics including Alcaraz's win vs. Sinner in the Rome final, possible threats to Sinner and Alcaraz at Roland Garros, Draper and Musetti's rise, Zverev's relative struggles, Cerundolo's improvements, and much mor…

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The Nerd Who Wrote Everything: A Conversation with Bruce Vilanch 50:11

7h ago50:11

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Welcome to the show, everybody! In this very special episode of Make Me a Nerd, Mandy Kaplan sits down with Bruce Vilanch—Emmy-winning writer, cultural historian of kitsch, and the man behind some of the strangest, most infamous moments in television history. You may know him as the guy who put Bea Arthur in a space cantina or paired Paul Lynde wit…

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#328 - For Azeroth!: "Boston Tales" 15:55

4d ago15:55

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Lex traveled to the faraway lands of Boston (in the running for the new Night Elf capital city) to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Warcraft franchise! In this bonus episode, fellow attendees share their earliest experiences with Warcraft, and bask in the connections they built and adventures they had in this game we all love.…

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S2 E35 | Real Estate Realities: Navigating Today's Market with Manny Manna 1:07:57

4d ago1:07:57

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Send us a text Cutting through the noise of real estate misinformation, Manny Manna—a successful entrepreneur with extensive experience in property development, private equity, and lending—delivers an eye-opening assessment of today's housing market that both novice buyers and seasoned investors need to hear. The conversation dives deep into how so…

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Labyrinth with Krissy Lenz 55:43

7d ago55:43

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Do you remember a time when David Bowie’s pants were tighter than your schedule, owls were CGI nightmares, and puppets had a suspicious amount of emotional range? No? WELL, YOU’RE IN FOR A TREAT. Because this week, Mandy steps right into the sparkly, slightly confusing fever dream that is Labyrinth. And she does so with none other than fan-favorite…

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#327 - For Azeroth!: "Worldwide WoW" 1:11:44

11d ago1:11:44

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Sean is away as he travels to LFG London. Lex is ready to head out to Warcraft 30 Boston. Before the IRL meet-ups, Lex and Manny talk about the upcoming Turbo Boost and 111.1.7 features on the PTR.By Lex_Rants, Sean, and Tru Villain Manny

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S2 E34 | Artishi Unleashed with Shi: From Songwriting at Five to Finding Her Voice 1:30:32

11d ago1:30:32

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Send us a text Enter the vibrant world of Artishi – a dynamic force in Tampa Bay's creative scene who's redefining what it means to be authentically yourself as an artist. In this captivating conversation, we dive deep into the journey of a multi-talented creator who's been crafting words and melodies since the tender age of five. Artishy reveals t…

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George Perez Stories #388: Edwin San Juan on Stand-Up Survival, Chicano Comedy & OG Game 1:09:42

14d ago1:09:42

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In this episode of the George Perez Stories comedy podcast, host George Perez and producer Johnny Roque sit down with legendary Filipino-American comedian Edwin San Juan for a hilarious and raw conversation about life in stand-up comedy, Chicano culture, and the wild side of life on the road. This episode dives deep into the roots of Chicano comedy…

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Black Mirror with Tommy Metz III & Pete Wright 1:06:47

14d ago1:06:47

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Welcome back, nerdlings, to Make Me A Nerd — the show where one mainstream mom dares to plummet headfirst into the gelatinous pit of sci-fi anthologies, death anxiety, and…digital pigs. This week, Mandy Kaplan reunites with podcast übermensch Pete Wright and returning mensch Tommy Metz III to tackle Black Mirror — that show that asks the critical q…

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Episode 276 - This is Fine 1:59:32

21d ago1:59:32

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We had a couple weeks of no bad news, but that all ended this week. If you don't want to hear me get angry and sad about the state of games media then you can skip this one. Xbox Prices go up, GTA VI delayed, Respawn layoffs, Giant Bomb and Polygon gutted. Only the most uplifting topics!Then we move on to what we have been playing! Both Matt and I …

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S2 E33 | Alex Delgado Beyond the Uniform: A Marine's Journey Through Entrepreneurship 1:10:57

20d ago1:10:57

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Send us a text What separates those who dream from those who do? Alex Delgado's remarkable journey from Marine Corps intelligence analyst to serial entrepreneur reveals that success isn't about avoiding failure—it's about learning from each experience to fuel your next venture. The serial entrepreneur, Marine veteran, and author of "The Four Fs: Se…

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#326 - For Azeroth!: "One Button to Rule Them All" 1:02:02

18d ago1:02:02

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The first information of 11.1.7's Legacy of Arathor covers a seismic shift in WoW's add-on philosophy. Lex, Manny, and Sean discuss the "one-button rotation," the rotation guide integration, and what might be in store.By Lex_Rants, Sean, and Tru Villain Manny

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George Perez Stories with Special Guest Manny Maldonado The Modesto Monster Jumps On Cruise Ships EP: 387 47:38

19d ago47:38

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🎙️ In this episode of The George Perez Stories, George sits down with Central Valley legend Manny Maldonado — with producer Johnny Roque behind the boards. They dive into Manny's journey from doing comedy in Modesto to making his mark in the Los Angeles comedy scene, and what it's really like grinding from small town stages to big city spotlights. …

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The New Doctor Who with Manny Patel 57:01

21d ago57:01

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What do you get when you cross a mainstream mom, a Time Lord, and the Spice Girls? A deliriously joyful trip through time, space, pop culture, and puppets. This week on Make Me A Nerd, Mandy welcomes back the dazzlingly encyclopedic Manny Patel—Doctor Who superfan, mashup artist, and the human equivalent of a well-timed sonic screwdriver—for an ene…

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S2 E32 | The Mental Game of Boxing: Stevie Morgan's Path to Championship 1:10:24

27d ago1:10:24

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Send us a text The path to boxing greatness requires a level of sacrifice most people can't comprehend. Lightweight fighter Stevie Morgan (15-2, 13 KOs) pulls no punches discussing what it really takes to succeed in professional boxing's unforgiving world. Born and raised in Tampa, Morgan's athletic journey began with track and basketball before tr…

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Andor with Yoshi Stone 55:07

29d ago55:07

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In 1977, George Lucas introduced the world to a galaxy far, far away—a universe filled with lightsabers, Jedi mysticism, and the eternal struggle between the forces of good and evil. In the decades since, Star Wars has alternately soared and stumbled, expanding its mythos with prequels, sequels, spin-offs, and animated series. Some of these additio…

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Episode 275 - Inazuma Rises From the Ashes 1:54:44

1M ago1:54:44

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Finally we get a week without terrible depressing news in the industry! Inazuma returns and is out this August, Switch 2 pre-orders are back on in the US and Canada, The Oblivion Remake is super real and coming out soon, and we know so much more about Mario Kart World.I played Split Fiction, Promise Mascot Agency, and Blue Prince. Matt played Donke…

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2025 ATP Week 16 - Barcelona, Munich (QF Preview, Recap of Monte Carlo and Start of Clay Season) 2:23:45

1M ago2:23:45

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Our first podcast in a while includes an in-depth preview of all 8 quarterfinal matches in @bcnopenbs and @BMWOpen500. As Manny hasn't seen the lines prior to recording, we play "guess the lines" which is inspired by @BillSimmons podcast with Cousin Sal during the NFL season! We also recap the start to the clay court season and give our thoughts on…

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S2 E31 | Rob Goetz's Torpedo Bats and Tush Pushes: Sports Talk with a Florida Business Owner 1:16:47

1M ago1:16:47

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Send us a text From battling addiction to five different substances to building a thriving flooring business with nearly 200 five-star Google reviews, Rob Goetz's journey embodies resilience, faith, and entrepreneurial spirit. As the owner of Paradise Flooring in Palm Harbor, Florida, Rob shares how hitting rock bottom became the foundation for bot…

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#325 - For Azeroth!: "The War So Far" 1:13:18

1M ago1:13:18

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Manny asks Lex and Sean about the battles we have fought in The War Within thus far. Sean continues his feud with PwnGodX but is betrayed as Lex demands that he be put out of a job.By Lex_Rants, Sean, and Tru Villain Manny

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The Last of Us with Matthew Fox 59:14

1M ago59:14

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This week on Make Me A Nerd, Mandy attempts to survive a full-blown fungal apocalypse—emotionally, spiritually, and occasionally by camouflage. And she’s not alone! She’s joined by three-time guest and ethics enthusiast Matthew Fox, who gently guides her through the cordyceps-infested wasteland that is The Last of Us. Think of them as a podcast Joe…

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George Perez Stories with Special Guest G Money; Comedy Bombs And Getting Chances EP: 386 1:03:30

1M ago1:03:30

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LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE! Join hosts George Perez and special guest comedian G-Money, along with co-host 3 Plates Tommy and producer Johnny Roque, on this hilarious comedy podcast! They'll dish out laughs, catch up on old times, and take live calls - including a fiery beef with Joan from Arizona! Plus, get an exclusive peek into G-Money's come…

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#324 - For Azeroth!: "Time is Money" 45:48

1M ago45:48

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This patch has been out for a million years or 5 weeks. Lex and Sean are already salivating for the next patch. Yet 11.1.5 has more time-gated content than in recent memory. Is the World of Warcraft coming too fast or too slow?By Lex_Rants, Sean, and Tru Villain Manny

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S2 E30 | Healing Meets Momentum: Crystian Martinez's Journey 1:30:44

1M ago1:30:44

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Send us a text What happens when life suddenly changes your entire trajectory? Crystian Martinez knows this reality intimately. On his birthday episode, Crystian shares the harrowing story of fracturing his back in three places in 2020, resulting in partial paralysis of his right foot and ending his cherished firefighting career. Rather than surren…

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Eras with Tommy Metz III 1:23:23

1M ago1:23:23

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Ladies and gentlemen, Swifties and skeptics, gather round, for today we embark on a journey of seismic cultural significance. No, not another election cycle. No, not the discovery of yet another billionaire’s secret doomsday bunker. We are talking about Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour—a three-and-a-half-hour pop music odyssey, equal parts spectacle, sermo…

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Episode 274 - True Switch 2 Reveal 2:19:59

2M ago2:19:59

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This week is all about Nintendo. We talk about the Switch direct and then talk about the Switch 2 direct and all of its follow-up for the rest of the time. It's a lot to digest, so make sure you're ready.By Manny

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#323 - For Azeroth!: "Take a Number" 1:04:43

2M ago1:04:43

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Lex, Sean, and Manny will only be taken to raids if they have purple parses and an item level of 850. Good luck out there, folks. Archon is here.By Lex_Rants, Sean, and Tru Villain Manny

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S2 E29 | PrincessFrenxh Inside the Algorithm: A Social Media Mastermind Reveals All 1:43:25

2M ago1:43:25

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Send us a text Ever wondered how social media influencers crack the code to massive growth? PrincessFrenxh pulls back the curtain on her remarkable journey from bartender to social media powerhouse with over 677,000 followers and 100 million content views. The secret? "Dating the Algorithm." PrincessFrenxh explains how treating social media platfor…

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Severance with Jon Cassie 1:09:23

2M ago1:09:23

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You wake up. You’re at work. You don’t know how you got there. You don’t know who you are outside of this fluorescent-lit, carpeted labyrinth. And worst of all—you have to attend a melon party. This week on Make Me A Nerd, Mandy takes a cubicle tour of Apple TV+'s Severance. Joining her is Jon Cassie, a certified nerd extraordinaire, former podcast…

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2025 ATP Week 14 Solo Pod - Miami Final Recap, Marrakech/Bucharest/Houston Futures Talk 26:01

2M ago26:01

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In Manny's solo pod, he recaps the impressive win by Jakub Mensik in the Miami final vs. Novak Djokovic and talks about the outlook for both guys heading into the clay court season. Then, he talks about the three ATP 250s in Marrakech, Bucharest, and Houston and mentions his favorite futures plays. He finishes the episode with a few 1st round plays…

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#322 - For Azeroth!: “Taking the Gamble on Balance" 52:08

2M ago52:08

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Sean returns, but all is not well in the aftermath of the RWF. We talk about the warts of uneven progression, problematic balance, and the hope that future releases come when they are ready.By Lex_Rants, Sean, and Tru Villain Manny

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S2 E28 | Conspiracy, Cover-ups, and the CIA: Unraveling the JFK Assassination with Steve Fantetti 1:05:29

2M ago1:05:29

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Send us a text The assassination of President John F. Kennedy stands as one of America's most pivotal and mysterious moments. In this riveting episode, attorney and author Steve Fantetti takes us deep into the recently released JFK files, exploring how various power centers – from the CIA to the mafia – had compelling reasons to want Kennedy elimin…

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2025 ATP Week 12-13 - Miami (Indian Wells Recap and Miami R1-R4 Recap, QF Preview) 1:44:03

2M ago1:44:03

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In this pod, we recap the last few weeks and talk about the later rounds of the ATP Masters 1000 in Indian Wells and the first 3-4 rounds of the ATP Masters 1000 in Miami. We talk about a multitude of topics including: Alcaraz's undisciplined play, Draper's title run in IW and future potential, Fonseca's hype and whether it's justified, Rune's imma…

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George Perez Stories With Special Guest Eve Mauro, Co-Star In A Working Man EP: 385 1:17:03

2M ago1:17:03

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Dive into the unfiltered world of George Perez with his wildly entertaining podcast, "George Perez Stories," now live on Streaker! Join George, his sidekick Side Dick Eddie, the ever-hungry Tommy 3 Plates, and the behind-the-scenes wizard, Producer Johnny Roque, for a chaotic blend of comedy, storytelling, and unexpected detours. This week, we welc…

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Everything Everywhere All At Once with Lester Ryan Clark & Kynan Dias 1:10:28

2M ago1:10:28

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Everything Everywhere All at Once. It’s the film that took home a million Oscars, melted a billion brains, and somehow made hot dog fingers emotionally resonant. This week, Mandy sits down with Exorcist Minute co-hosts Lester Ryan Clark and Kynan Dias, two men who decided that watching Everything Everywhere like normal people just wasn’t enough, so…

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Episode 273 - Almost 100k 1:28:26

2M ago1:28:26

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The news is not very exciting, but Sony got some new studios and there might be an Oblivion remake? Anyways, Matt played a ton of stuff like Fear and one of the greatest games of all time VIVA PINATA. I on the other hand played the Xenoblade Chronicles X Remake.By Manny

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S2 E27 | DJ Qeys Beyond the Beat: A Conversation with Tampa's Luxury DJ 2:18:22

2M ago2:18:22

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Send us a text From turntables at age four to festival stages across the country, DJ Keys brings us behind the curtain of his remarkable journey in music. Growing up as the son of DJ Smooth (who learned from Curtis Blow's DJ), Keys was destined for a life in sound—but it was his own unique path that transformed him from a curious kid to one of Tamp…

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#321 - For Azeroth!: “Diluting Delves” 1:16:04

2M ago1:16:04

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Sean is sick but the show must go on! Lex and Manny discuss 11.1 in the aftermath of the Race to World First, more Delve and Brann tuning changes, and if the end game is heading in a healthy direction.By Lex_Rants, Sean, and Tru Villain Manny

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Wheel of Time with Audrey Kearns 1:04:06

2M ago1:04:06

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Wheel of Time—a sprawling, epic fantasy series filled with magic, palace intrigue, and, apparently, an unlimited budget for breathtaking visuals and absurdly attractive people. This week, Mandy welcomes back Audrey Kearns, aka the Geek Girl Authority herself, to painstakingly explain what the hell is going on in this Amazon Prime behemoth. We start…

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S2 E26 | Dream Chasers: Turning Passion into Profit with Melissa Horne 1:17:37

2M ago1:17:37

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Send us a text Melissa Horne didn't set out to become a real estate powerhouse. Growing up in Queens, she found her first success in Manhattan's nightlife, managing the legendary Comedy Cellar where comedy icons like Kevin Hart cut their teeth. The bustling downtown scene taught her invaluable lessons about human psychology and influence – "there's…

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#320 - For Azeroth!: “Back to Blizzcon” 1:16:58

2M ago1:16:58

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Salty Sean and Lippity Lex are not happy about the tuning of the raid nor the delves. Can Manny mellow them out? The answer is no; and therefore, this episode is getting the explicit tag.By Lex_Rants, Sean, and Tru Villain Manny

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George Perez Stories Football Throwback EP:384 1:31:51

2M ago1:31:51

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Join George Perez and his crew—Sidedick Eddie, Tommy 3 Plates, and Johnny Roque—as they dive into hilarious and heartfelt stories from their high school days and beyond. From epic sports showdowns (where Tommy 3 Plates proves he can dominate anyone in any game) to unforgettable antics and lifelong friendships, this podcast is a nostalgic trip down …

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