This 30 minute podcast mixes sports and comedy. Hosts Jared Quay, a former University of Miami and Arizona Cardinals safety, now a touring stand up comedian lends his comedic talents to the show accompanied by his co host (Little League football legend and sports aficionado) Josh Barnes. Along with celebrity guest appearances and bizarre phone interviews.
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Engineering Conversations has one simple goal... to promote engineering. By having conversations with engineers about their backgrounds and careers, we will showcase a wide variety of industries and explore the types of jobs that engineers perform when they finish university. These conversations may help young people understand what it is that engineers do in their day to day work. As young people learn about these types of careers, they may be inspired to become and engineer and help make t ...
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The Potash Industry – Talking with a Cavern Engineer: Caitlin Knaus
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39:20Send us a text Did you know that roughly 30% of the world’s potash is produced in Saskatchewan? That is significant! Potash companies need large teams of operators, technicians, geoscientists, and engineers to have successful potash mines that are safe, economical, and environmentally viable. In this episode we sit down with Caitlin Knaus to talk a…
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I Survived 1st Year… and 2nd Year: Holden Rogers
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44:01Send us a text Going to university to study engineering is not easy. Many students report seeing a drop in grades, difficult courses, and a high work load with labs and lectures. In many ways, students have to learn time management skills, develop good study habits, and ask for help when they need it. In this episode we sit down with Holden Rogers …
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BONUS: Behind the Scenes - Celebrating Our 1st Anniversary
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32:52Send us a text It is hard to believe that Engineering Conversations is already celebrating its first anniversary! To recognize the occasion, I thought it would be fun to do a “behind the scenes” episode. Justin Gwilliam is back on the show with a list of questions that dive into this podcasting journey. Thank you to all of the guests who have been …
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A Career in Structural Engineering: Mohsen Rassem
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36:51Send us a text Structural engineers are involved in the design and construction of buildings, bridges, tunnels, dams, and other infrastructure that we find throughout the world. People often do not think about whether a building or bridge is safe when we use it, but structural engineers have worked hard to design and build safe projects that get us…
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Engineering Services Within a First Nation: Darlynn Lavallee
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32:56Send us a text Environmental engineers play an important role in helping communities and industry function in sustainable and responsible frameworks that protect the public and the environment. First Nations communities in Canada have many engineering challenges that need to be addressed with both sound engineering and cultural considerations. In t…
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Metallurgy - Grind It, Sink It, Float It: Jared Orynik
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37:03Send us a text Have you ever thought about where all of the metals we use come from? Mines around the world help produce all of the metals that we rely on for use in our infrastructure and day-to-day devices. In this episode we sit down with Jared Orynik to talk about his career as a metallurgist. Jared has a background in materials engineering fro…
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Send us a text To celebrate Pi Day, I invited a bunch of engineers to my office to eat some pie and talk about random “engineery” things! A big thank you to Tom Atkins, Kim Korchinski, and Bailey Armstrong for coming to chat about about engineering, childhood toys, sitcoms, sci-fi, energy, water, food, what makes a great engineer, and more! Also, I…
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Regulating Engineering and Geoscience in Saskatchewan: APEGS
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38:11Send us a text Did you know that engineers and geoscientists have to be licensed to practice in Canada? Licensure helps provide greater protection to the public and environment as members have to be competent, accountable for their work, and adhere to a code of ethics. In this episode we sit down with Chris Wimmer and Kate MacLachlan from the Assoc…
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Engineering Services on a University Campus: Carol Reyda
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34:39Send us a text Have you ever been on a university campus and been in awe of the sheer size and complexity of the buildings and services? In many ways, a university campus is a lot like a mini-city and it needs a great deal of planning and effort to operate the infrastructure required for the university to function. In this episode we sit down with …
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Transportation Engineering - Safety is Priority: Kwei Quaye
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38:07Send us a text How often do you drive on roads or highways, walk on sidewalks, or cross the street? Have you ever thought about the safety features that have been built into the system? Transportation engineers work to design roads, intersections, and pedestrian walkways that are safe for everyone! In this episode we sit down with Kwei Quaye to tal…
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Oil, Gas, and All Things Energy: Bryden Wright
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39:42Send us a text Did you know that the demand for energy increases year after year? This helps drive growth, diversification, and innovation in a very dynamic industry. While fossil fuels have been a reliable source of energy for the world, new energy sectors have been growing to meet the demand. In this episode we sit down with Bryden Wright to talk…
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A Civil Engineering Journey and ACEC: Nancy Inglis
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33:47Send us a text Have you ever noticed how much we rely on the infrastructure that we have in our cities and rural areas? We all drive on roads, cross bridges, use water, and spend time in public buildings. Civil engineers play a major role in helping to design and build the infrastructure we need to support the quality of life we have become accusto…
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So I Married My Lab Partner: Katrina and Evan Bahr
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42:53Send us a text It is very hard to predict the type of engineering career someone may have when they graduate from university. In fact, there are so many different roles and responsibilities for engineers. For example, engineers can be involved in consulting, technical design, project management, sales, and so much more. It takes all kinds of differ…
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Software Systems Engineering: Trevor Douglas
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36:22Send us a text The world of software engineering is exploding. We now see software being developed for all sorts of applications, having a huge impact on our day-to-day lives. If you like to modify and improve existing products and processes, and you like to play around with technology, maybe you have a software engineer lurking inside you! In this…
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Manufacturing for Agriculture: Glenna Stewart
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39:00Send us a text Do you like to tinker around in workshops and fix things? Or maybe you like to design and build new items? Have you ever thought about what might be involved in large scale manufacturing of commercial products? Engineers around the world help companies figure out how to design and manufacture their products in affordable, efficient, …
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Safe, Reliable Natural Gas Pipelines: Zeshan Hyder
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34:09Send us a text Do you heat your home with natural gas in the winter time? Do you have a natural gas stove, barbeque, or water heater? How does the natural gas get to your house? A team of engineers has worked behind the scenes to ensure that you have a safe and reliable supply of natural gas. In this episode, we sit down with Zeshan Hyder to talk a…
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Buildings and People - An ASHRAE Journey: Jared Larson
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37:01Send us a text Have you ever noticed the large air ducts in buildings, or wondered how the climate inside the building was controlled over the summer and winter months? Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) engineers are the people who ensure that the environment inside a building is safe for the occupants. In this episode, we sit down …
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Essential Power, Firing Ranges, and Teaching Gen Z: Brett Kelln
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35:51Send us a text The world of consulting engineering is a diverse field of practice that challenges engineers to come up with unique solutions for their clients. As a result, there are all kinds of consulting engineers working to solve problems that help make our lives better. In this episode, we sit down with Brett Kelln to talk about his experience…
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History of Engineering at the University of Regina: Art Opseth
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36:33Send us a text Professors often help to inspire and encourage students as they find their way to a successful and rewarding career path. In this episode, we sit down with Professor Emeritus Art Opseth to discuss his journey in engineering and his amazing career at the University of Regina, which spanned more than 30 years. Professor Opseth taught t…
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Software, Gas Prices, and Doctor Appointments: Nikki Pelchat
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31:42Send us a text Have you ever noticed that we are surrounded by software? It’s in our phones, our cars, our appliances, and more! The opportunity for Software Systems engineering to make positive impacts on our lives is limitless. In this episode, we sit down with Nikki Pelchat to talk about her experience as a Software Systems engineer. Nikki is cu…
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Civic Projects and Water Treatment: Ryan Johnson
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35:04Send us a text Do you ever wonder about the infrastructure and services in your community? How did the roads, sewer, landfill, and water services get there? Engineers are responsible for setting up communities that are functional and safe for the people who live there. In this episode we sit down with Ryan Johnson, an Environmental Systems engineer…
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Training Managers to be Leaders: Tara Paton
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28:45Send us a text Engineers often find themselves in leadership positions as their career progresses. Managing large projects and groups of people can be very challenging and requires skills that are not fully developed during university studies. In this episode we sit down with Tara Paton, an Industrial Systems engineer and the President and founder …
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Industrial Systems Engineering: Rob Jones
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25:27Send us a text Do you like industrial projects? Are you interested in manufacturing and processing modern resources? Do you want to help companies improve their efficiencies, quality control, reliability, economics, and sustainability? In this episode we sit down with Rob Jones to learn about Industrial Systems Engineering. Rob has been teaching la…
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Send us a text Do you ever notice street lights or the exterior lighting on buildings? Have you ever wondered who put them there, or how they get their power supply? Engineers design these systems! In fact, there is even an Illuminating Engineering Society to help support engineers in this field of practice. In this episode we sit down with Ariele …
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Perspectives from International Students: Ashley Kanyatte and Rushi Patel
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Oil and Gas, Reclamation, Lithium and Mentors: Lex Ewen
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26:39Send us a text Have you ever thought about your own energy use? People need energy, and the global energy demand continues to rise year after year. Engineers play a huge role in helping address the challenges and opportunities that exist in the energy sector, from demand to sustainability to safety, and more. In this episode we sit down with Lex Ew…
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Environmental Systems Engineering: Ben Lichtenwald
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23:58Send us a text Do you have an interest in the environment? Do you want to reduce pollution, improve sustainability, and help ensure that new engineering projects meet current environmental standards? In this episode we sit down with Ben Lichtenwald to learn about Environmental Systems Engineering. Ben teaches the laboratories that help give student…
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Software, Parking, and Ramen Noodles: Kyle Smyth
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24:31Send us a text Do you like to write code? Have you ever dreamed of starting your own software engineering company? Software Systems Engineering is a rapidly growing field, driven by the need for safe and reliable software products. We are literally surrounded by software in our homes, vehicles, places of work, phone apps, and more. In this episode,…
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Cell Phones, the Internet, and Art: Patti Kindred
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22:49Send us a text Does anyone remember what life was like before cell phones and the internet? The telecommunications industry has changed so much over the past thirty years. Engineers are working hard to keep up with this rapidly changing industry. In this episode, we sit down with Patti Kindred to talk about her experience as an Industrial Systems E…
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Talking with an Environmental Engineering Consultant: Dwayne Gelowitz
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22:26Send us a text Environmental engineers can work in a number of different fields including environmental remediation, environmental impact assessments, water projects, air quality, transportation, and much, much more! Virtually all industries need environmental engineers. In this episode, we sit down with Dwayne Gelowitz to learn about his career as…
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Ask the Professor: Questions from a Grade 12 Student
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23:40Send us a text Are you thinking about going into engineering, but you are not really sure what it is all about? You are not alone. There are lots of students in first year engineering that are not quite sure what the profession is all about. In this episode, Lucas Hollinger sits down with David deMontigny to ask him a bunch of questions related to …
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Pipelines, Energy, and Regulations: Vanessa Cozine
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25:08Send us a text Pipelines are commonly used to transport energy from one location to another. They are complex systems that are designed to be safe, reliable and compliant with federal regulations. In this episode, we sit down with Vanessa Cozine to learn about pipelines and her experience in the energy transportation sector. Vanessa is an environme…
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Providing Technical Services in an Electric Utility: Jason Whitelaw
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16:59Send us a text What happens when the power goes out? It seems as though life comes to a halt. Who are the engineers that help ensure we have a safe and reliable source of electricity? In this episode we sit down with Jason Whitelaw, an electronic systems engineer who works at SaskPower, the principal electric utility in Saskatchewan. Jason is one o…
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Co-operative Education and Internships: Carlo Palazzo
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17:18Send us a text Would you like to get practical work experience that relates to your degree while you are studying as a student in university? It almost sounds too good to be true. In this episode we sit down with Carlo Palazzo, a Coordinator in the Co-operative Education and Internship Program at the University of Regina. He outlines how students c…
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Advice from a 4th Year Engineering Student: Justin Gwilliam
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13:29Send us a text Going to university can be intimidating. To make matters worse, engineering programs have a reputation of being very difficult. The truth is that millions of people have graduated from engineering programs around the world, so it does not need to be scary. Success comes from hard work, commitment, and perseverance. In this episode we…
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Electronic Systems Engineering: Dave Duguid
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18:46Send us a text Do you like playing around with electronics? Have you ever fixed your computer, built a small robot, or programmed a control system? Have you noticed that we are surrounded by electronics in our day-to-day lives? In this episode we sit down with Dave Duguid to learn about Electronic Systems Engineering. For the past 37 years, he has …
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Send us a text People often have a hard time describing what engineers do in their day-to-day work. This is because the career paths are so diverse, it is hard to come up with a common definition. In this episode, we visit a local elementary school and high school to talk with students about engineering. Listen to what students in Kindergarten, Gra…
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Send us a text In this introductory episode of Engineering Conversations, we will learn about the host David deMontigny and the goals for this podcast. Quite simply, Engineering Conversations is a series of conversations with engineers, students and engineering stakeholders. We will learn what is going on in the profession of engineering, across a …
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Ep32 - NFL Drafts and Trades with Actress/Producer Carina Doyle
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28:50This week we have a special guest, our producer who is also anactress Carina Doyle and she shares her thoughts on our HotTopics. We discuss, Josh Normans franchise tags being pulled,Connor McGregor retiring, LA Rams, the Eagles, Steph and AishaCurry and so much more.... You don't want to miss thisepisode!!!…
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Ep31 - Break Records then Retire with Thomas Lee
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34:26Today on the show, what's hot topics? Kobe last game he goes for 60 point and a win. Warriors break NBA record at 73 wins in a season. Johnny Manziel and Josh Gordon are the worst people to be sharing a home. LA Rams changing up the draft and and causing a splash.By Jared Quay, Josh Barnes
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On today's show, it all about FAMU alumni. Also, Villanova wins the championship. Was that the most clutch shot? Warriors Lose again, will that break the record. WNBA attendance and how to help them gain attracting. College athlete getting paid. All this and more on Take One For The Team.By Jared Quay, Josh Barnes
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Ep29 - Women who know sports with Kennelia Stradwick
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32:30The guys and girl talk about D'Angelo Russell's recording, that was not a good look. LeBron wearing a blazer and coaching from the sidelines in the Cavs against the Rockets game and there's much more you have to tune in for."By Jared Quay, Josh Barnes
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Ep27 - Like Ohhhhh with Comedian Donald George
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31:17We love having Donald join us in the studio.... He has a trainer now and he's getting in shape and burning a lot of calories by running.......his mouth, lol. This show is a great one you don't want to miss!!By Jared Quay, Josh Barnes
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Ep26 - LeBrons New Hairline with Arizona Cardinals Calais Campbell
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35:11Calais calls in and chats with us for the whole show giving us his thoughts on what's hot and not. It's contract season, what teams made the best decisions, what is Calais doing during off season and how did Josh get into the Playboy Mansion???? Gotta listen to find out!By Jared Quay, Josh Barnes
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Ep25 - Down In The DM with Comedian Brad Goodwin
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35:52After the Oscars So White last week, we wanted to bring Brad on to diversify the podcast; Brad brings a very fun energy to the podcast and the guys all discuss the Presidential Candidates as it correlates being on the football field and a whole lot more.... This is an episode you don't want to miss.By Jared Quay, Josh Barnes
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Ep24 - True or False with Kansas City Chiefs (DE) Allen Bailey
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33:42This show is all about Allen Bailey and you don't want to miss it. Allen shares so much about him self with us including how much he loves the movie The Notebook and how he got the nick name Incredible Hulk!By Jared Quay, Josh Barnes
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Ep23 - Hometown Stars with Denver native LenDale White and Miami Comedian Sean Grant
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33:42Sean announces that he has officially taken over Josh's spot as co-host on the Podcast.... SIKE!! Josh would never let that happen; however, he is our guest host for today. Although he lives in LA, being that he is a Miami native, Sean discusses how hard it is for comedians in Miami. Sean shares with us how his mom helped him get his first touch do…
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Ep22 - Washington Redskins (WR) Andre Roberts, College Recruiting and Super Bowl Recaps
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33:24Josh had too much fun at the Super Bowl that he did not make it back to LA for the podcast, so he Skypes in while Jared holds it down in the studio. The guys recap their Super Bowl experience, our female caller Alisha Huff represents very well for the ladies with the sports questions of the week. Beyonce gets an honorable mention on the podcast for…
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In this episode, Jared is in the studio, while Josh is trapped in an airport... No just kidding, Josh is not in studio this episode, because the travel gods kept him in airports on the return from Hawaii after attending this years Pro Bowl. We will be doing a recap on this years Pro Bowl as well as talking about this weekends Super Bowl, which we w…
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