Best Brandon Rodriguez Podcasts (2025)

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Coby Mayo, Cade Povich and more: These fledgling Orioles need to fly 51:44

2d ago51:44

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' homer-riddled loss to the Royals (1:09) and the importance of the next wave of prospects (8:30). Then they break down what they've seen from Heston Kjerstad (17:45), Cade Povich (22:20), Coby Mayo (27:42), Brandon Young (35:11) and Maverick Handley (41:42). Finally, they provide updates on pr…

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The Ulta EntreprenuHERS w/ Jillian Bell 1:06:57

2d ago1:06:57

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Hide your makeup compact, 'cause Jillian Bell (Summer of 69, Kinda Pregnant) is here to help Laci give a primer on a group of criminals concealing concealer. Yup, we're talkin' cosmetics crime rings! Tune in to hear how Ulta, Sephora, and other makeup retailers have become hot targets for thieves looking to resell product. Plus, Jillian shares how …

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Ep. #3563: UFC review, PFL review, Gilbert Burns Interview, Paul Hughes Interview, more 1:40:25

2d ago1:40:25

1:40:25

On Episode 3,563, the guys reviewed this weekend’s UFC card and had two interviews as well, Gilbert Burns and Paul Hughes.By MMA Junkie Radio

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The HiStudio Hype House with Chris Gethard 56:43

6d ago56:43

56:43

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Chris Gethard (The Special Without Brett Davis, Don't Think Twice) to discuss how a CEO created a Hype House style podcasting network that led to lawsuits, trash and fallout. Plus, someone stole more than 42,000 pounds of pistachios in California and that was just nuts. Stay schemin'! (Originally Relea…

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Picking up the pieces from a disastrous April 44:48

7d ago44:48

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' series win over the Yankees and the team's 9-16 April.By bannerbaseballshow

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Ep. #3562: UFC preview, PFL talk, Malcolm Wellmaker interview, Dan Ige interview, more 1:27:56

7d ago1:27:56

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On Episode 3,562, the guys previewed the UFC card for this upcoming weekend. They also had two interviews. The first guest was Dan Ige, who wants to fight Pitbull. The second guest was Malcolm Wellmaker, who just got a viral KO.By MMA Junkie Radio

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The Nephilim Hunter - Season 1, Episode 5 - Season Finale 28:51

7d ago28:51

28:51

Overview: The Olympic National Park hosts 4 different temperate rain forests. Each one is dense. Each one is dark. Each one hosts old growth trees dating back a thousand years. Now, they host something even older -- and darker. Now, they host - The Nephilim. Episode 5: Act 1 - "I mean really... Nephilim?" Commander Nussbaum relieves Captain Broderi…

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#809: The 4-Hour Workweek Tools That Still Work — The Art of Refusal and The Low-Information Diet 1:20:31

7d ago1:20:31

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This time around, we have a bit of a different format, featuring the book that started it all for me, The 4-Hour Workweek. Readers and listeners often ask me what I would change or update, but an equally interesting question is: what wouldn’t I change? What stands the test of time and hasn’t lost any potency? This episode features two of the most i…

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Do the Orioles have a leadership void? 30:44

9d ago30:44

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Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss the Orioles' slew of injury news (2:05), the team's win over the Yankees (4:15), the decision to bring up Emmanuel Rivera and not Coby Mayo (9:45) and whether the O's are suffering from a lack of leadership (14:10).By bannerbaseballshow

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Balancing on Booboo Bogus Bracelets w/ Jon Gabrus 1:13:06

9d ago1:13:06

1:13:06

Nobody was tripping in 2010, and maybe that was because all the cool people in the zeitgeist were wearing bracelets that claimed to harness the power of holograms to make you stronger, faster, more flexible, and possibly sexier, too. Jon Gabrus (ActionBoyz, Game Over, Man!) joins Laci to test their knowledge of physical balancing and placebos in th…

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Ep. #3561: UFC Results, is Ian Garry belt worthy, Phil Davis Interview, more 1:25:29

10d ago1:25:29

1:25:29

On Episode 3,561, the guys had the UFC in KC to cover and also spoke to PFL headliner Phil Davis.By MMA Junkie Radio

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Fraud Friday: The Real Hustlers behind Hustlers w/ Mo Heart 49:54

13d ago49:54

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In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Mo Heart (RuPaul's Drag Race) to help us break down the real-life story that inspired the 2019 hit film Hustlers starring Jennifer Lopez and Constance Wu. Plus, a Florida man faces 104 felony counts after allegedly using 28 people’s personal information to purchase expensive items in area stores. (Orig…

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Ep. #3560: UFC Preview, Cub Swanson Interview, Richie Miranda Interview, more 1:34:20

14d ago1:34:20

1:34:20

On Episode 3,560, the UFC is back so the guys covered that and the other storylines from the big names in our sport. They also had two guests join the show. First was Cub Swanson, who came on and gave us an update on where he is at, says he’s 60/40 in favor of retirement. Next was Richie Miranda, who just won a belt at LFA and gave the guys his cas…

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#808: Stephen West — From High School Dropout to Hit Podcast, and from Stocking Groceries to Reading Philosophy for a Living 1:44:59

15d ago1:44:59

1:44:59

Stephen West is a father, husband, and host of the Philosophize This! podcast. Sponsors: Gusto simple and easy payroll, HR, and benefits platform used by 400,000+ businesses: https://gusto.com/tim (three months free) Momentous high-quality supplements: https://livemomentous.com/tim (code TIM for up to 35% off) Eight Sleep’s Pod 4 Ultra sleeping sol…

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#807: In Case You Missed It: March 2025 Recap of "The Tim Ferriss Show" 45:53

16d ago45:53

45:53

This is a special inbetweenisode, which serves as a recap of the episodes from last month. It features a short clip from each conversation in one place so you can easily jump around to get a feel for the episode and guest. Based on your feedback, this format has been tweaked and improved since the first recap episode. For instance, listeners sugges…

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The ugly downside of the Orioles' draft strategy 47:10

16d ago47:10

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' early-season struggles (2:05), what to do with Charlie Morton (7:33) and injury updates on Grayson Rodriguez and Zach Eflin (22:56). Then, they question the O's draft strategy under Mike Elias (30:14).By bannerbaseballshow

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Lip Filler Fakers & Bike Taxi Tricksters w/ Arden Myrin 1:07:24

16d ago1:07:24

1:07:24

What do a lip-filled faker in jump shoes, a bike taxi trickster, and a sexy scoundrel entrepreneur all have in common? YOU, because on today’s episode, Laci is joined by Arden Myrin (The Righteous Gemstones, Insatiable) for a very special edition of the CONgregation's Confessionals! That’s right, after a long search, Laci is cracking open the vault…

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Ep. #3559: DDP may be injured, WrestleMania had a UFC presence, PFL results, Miesha Tate Interview, more 1:14:36

17d ago1:14:36

1:14:36

On Episode 3,559, the guys welcomed Miesha Tate onto the show and discussed her upcoming fight. There was no UFC event this weekend but there was WrestleMania, whch had a UFC presence.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#97 - Comedian/Actor - Jimmy Shubert 46:04

19d ago46:04

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*Recorded on November 21st, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Comedian/Actor, Jimmy Shubert, about the nature of being a comic, the latest film projects he's been involved in, his love & passion for magic, his childhood being raised in a big family in Philadelphia, the importance of laughter, learning comedy's history & those who paved the way, Jimm…

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Fraud Friday: The NFT Banksy Con w/ Aida Osman 1:11:06

20d ago1:11:06

1:11:06

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Aida Osman (Rap Sh!t, Betty) to discuss how an elusive artist used a Banksy-inspired NFT to earn millions and how an Australian line dancing scheme went wrong. Plus, none of these scammers got caught in today's episode. (Originally Released 04/26/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess,…

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Ep. #3558: Michael Chandler puts out a statement, Yair Rodriguez thinks he’s next, more 1:13:58

20d ago1:13:58

1:13:58

On Episode 3,558, only PFL is going this week but a ton of storylines to cover out there, so they hit those pretty hard.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#806: How Rich Barton Built Expedia and Zillow from $0 to $35B — Audacious Goals, Provocation Marketing, Scrabble for Naming, and Powerful Daily Rituals 2:25:01

22d ago2:25:01

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Rich Barton is the co-founder and co-executive chairman of Zillow, a company transforming how people buy, sell, rent, and finance homes. Before Zillow, Rich founded Expedia within Microsoft in 1994 and successfully spun the company off as a public company in 1999. He served as president, CEO, and board director of Expedia and later co-founded and s…

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This Orioles rotation cannot survive 39:41

23d ago39:41

39:41

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the importance of Adley Rutschman and Gunnar Henderson (1:30), the Orioles' rotation issues (9:43) and the backwards bullpen (29:34).By bannerbaseballshow

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Serving Up Ping Pong Scams w/ Lamorne Morris and Kyle Shevrin 1:21:49

23d ago1:21:49

1:21:49

On today’s episode, Laci is joined by Emmy Award winner Lamorne Morris and his hilarious co-host, comedian, writer, and director Kyle Shevrin from their podcast The Lamorning After. Together, they serve up laughs as they follow the trifling story of 49th place Jamaican Olympic table tennis player Michael Hyatt and how he used his ping pong passion …

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Ep. #3557: UFC 314 review, PFL review, Impa Kasanganay Interview, more 1:15:34

24d ago1:15:34

1:15:34

On Episode 3,557, the guys had a big UFC card that they recapped a ton of stuff on. Their guest was Impa Kasanganay, who fights in the main event of PFL this week.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#96 - Retired MMA Fighter/Psychedelic Coach - Ian McCall 41:20

26d ago41:20

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*Recorded on November 21st, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Retired MMA Fighter/Psychedelic Coach, Ian McCall, about one of the biggest lessons he learned from Chuck Liddell, his time in the UFC, his biggest influences/role models, the importance of building relationships with people who inspire you, the mission behind his organization Athlete's J…

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The Nephilim Hunter - Season 1 - Episode 4:"She Was Still Growling" 29:46

26d ago29:46

29:46

Overview: The Olympic National Park hosts 4 different temperate rain forests. Each one is dense. Each one is dark. Each one hosts old growth trees dating back a thousand years. Now, they host something even older -- and darker. Now, they host - The Nephilim. Episode 4: The Fishcops fight to protect their station from an attack by the Nephilim and d…

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Broadway & screen vixens Carly Jibson (Hairspray, Cry-Baby, The Guestbook) & Emma Hunton (Rent, Wicked, Good Trouble) 1:41:10

27d ago1:41:10

1:41:10

On this episode of On the Rocks, get out the rock gear, we chat with the vixens of stage and screen, Carly Jibson from Hairspray, Cry Baby, and The Guestbook, and Emma Hunton from Wicked, Rent, and Good Trouble, as we take a hysterical and emotional deep dive into their careers, hot topics, working through grief, girl code, the power of friendship,…

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Fraud Friday: I’m Gay, Not Blind: Live in Chicago w/ Sydnee Washington, Skyler Higley & Ashley Ray 1:19:22

27d ago1:19:22

1:19:22

This week on Fraud Friday, Laci is joined live at Chicago's Den Theatre by Sydnee Washington, Skyler Higley, and Ashley Ray to unpack the infamous scam that rocked the Windy City and the nation, the Jussie Smollett case. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 01/08/2024) This was recorded in Nov. 11th 2023. CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Sca…

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Ep. #3556: UFC 314 preview, PFL preview, Aaron Pico signs with the UFC, more 1:08:53

27d ago1:08:53

1:08:53

On Episode 3,556, UFC 314 is upon us, so the guys broke that down and all the storylines. They also talked a little PFL and GFL.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#805: Philip Goff — Exploring Consciousness and Non-Ordinary Religion, Galileo's Error, Panpsychism, Heretical Ideas, and Therapeutic Belief 2:16:13

29d ago2:16:13

2:16:13

Philip Goff is a professor of philosophy at Durham University. His main research focus is consciousness, but he is interested in many questions about the nature of reality. He is most known for defending panpsychism, the view that consciousness is a fundamental and ubiquitous feature of the physical world. He is the author of Galileo's Error: Found…

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There's a problem with the Brandon Hyde discourse 50:31

30d ago50:31

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss Zach Eflin's short start (3:20) and Albert Suárez's injury (8:00) Then they talk about how concerned fans should be about the Orioles' slow start (11:09). Finally, they dive into why the conversations around manager Brandon Hyde are fraught with incomplete information (24:25).…

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Grifting Graceland w/ Ronald Young Jr. 57:28

1M ago57:28

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On today’s episode, Laci is joined by Ambie Award-winning podcaster Ronald Young Jr. to unpack the wild Graceland grift — the one that had Priscilla Presley firing up Microsoft Paint to fight back against scammer Lisa Jeanine Findley. Turns out, in Memphis, Tennessee, all you need to fake-sell someone else’s house is a mailbox and a dream. Plus, ti…

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Ep. #3555: UFC on ESPN 65 and 2025 PFL 1 recaps, Josh Rettinghouse interview, more 1:08:50

1M ago1:08:50

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On Episode 3,555, George and Goze recap UFC on ESPN 65 and 2025 PFL 1, as well as look ahead to UFC 314, and they welcomed Josh Rettinghouse to the show, who will be fighting Leandro Higo at 2025 PFL 2 this week.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#95 - Doctor of Chiropractic - Dr. Ben Tapper 40:17

1M ago40:17

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*Recorded on November 20th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Ben Tapper, about his stand against v*ccines, his research during C*VID-19, how he predicted the world would change in 2019, how he was banned on social media for giving his medical opinion, why exposing massive corruption was his ultimate purpose, the sudden a…

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Fraud Friday: The Bootleg Bourbon Heist w/ Frankie Quiñones 58:11

1M ago58:11

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In this week’s Fraud Friday, Frankie Quiñones (The Fool, Creator of CholoFit) joins Laci us to discuss the disappearance of 18 barrels of bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, the makers of the renowned Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon. Plus, scammers capitalize off fake high-end whiskey being sold in local liquor stores across the nation. Stay Schemin’! …

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Ep. #3554: PFL preview, Roman Dolidze Interview, more 1:09:41

1M ago1:09:41

1:09:41

On Episode 3,554, the guys discussed PFL tonight, UFC this weekend, and covered all the new matchups announced. They also had an interview with UFC middleweight Roman Dolidze, who wanted to address his situation in the division and the people responding to his call outs.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#804: Robert Rodriguez, The Wizard of Cinema Returns — The "Fear-Forward" Way of Life, How to Overcome Self-Doubt, Learning to Love Limitations, and Counter-Intuitive Parenting That Works 1:44:15

1M ago1:44:15

1:44:15

Robert Rodriguez is a film director, screenwriter, producer, cinematographer, editor, and composer. Rodriguez has written, produced, directed, and edited a series of successful films including El Mariachi, Desperado, From Dusk Till Dawn, the Spy Kids franchise, Once Upon a Time in Mexico, Frank Miller’s Sin City, and many more. Robert recently laun…

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What's real (and what's not) from the Orioles' first few games 42:37

1M ago42:37

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss what might be Cedric Mullins' last home opener in Baltimore (2:18), Albert Suárez's shoulder injury (7:12) and Colton Cowser's broken thumb (9:10). Then they delineate what's real and what's not from the first five games, including Tyler O'Neill's hot start (13:54), Jorge Mateo's slow start (22:00), the r…

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The Great Shrimp Skimp w/ Dan Pashman 1:02:58

1M ago1:02:58

1:02:58

On today’s episode, Laci is joined by pasta inventor and OG podcaster Dan Pashman (The Sporkful) to dive into a seafood scandal affecting shrimp lovers everywhere. That’s right—Laci and Dan don their lab coats and discover the investigative firm SeaD to uncover the widespread shrimp fraud impacting restaurants across the country and hurting small b…

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Ep. #3553: UFC Results, Dan Hardy interview, Jesus Pinedo interview, more 1:45:36

1M ago1:45:36

1:45:36

On Episode 3,553, the guys recapped UFC in Mexico and talked all the storylines coming out. They also had two guests join the show, PFL commentator Dan Hardy and fighter Jesus Pinedo.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#94 - Los Angeles County Sheriffs - Detective Gil Carrillo & Sheriff Alex Villanueva 49:11

1M ago49:11

49:11

*Recorded on March 23rd, 2025* Danny Rodriguez talks with Retired Homicide Detective of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Gil Carrillo, famously known for his work on the Richard Ramirez "Night Stalker" case, and the 33rd Sheriff of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Alex Villanueva, about why Gil chose the life of a homicide d…

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Fraud Friday: The Impostrous Influencer w/ Jameela Jamil 57:10

1M ago57:10

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In this week’s Fraud Friday, Jameela Jamil (The Good Place, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law) joins Laci in studio to discuss the basics on THE BASIC- Caroline Calloway. They dig into Jameela's earliest stint teaching English, and both become very afraid when they learn how fortune tellers scam their clients out of money. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Releas…

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Ep. #3552: UFC preview, Ryan Bader leaves PFL, Kelvin Gastelum Interview, more 51:56

1M ago51:56

51:56

On Episode 3,552, the guys previewed the UFC card for this upcoming weekend and welcomed Kelvin Gastelum onto the show.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#803: Craig Mod Returns — Epic Walks in Japan, The Art of Slowness, Digital Detox, Publishing “Impossible” Books, and Choosing Beauty Over Scale 2:28:54

1M ago2:28:54

2:28:54

Craig Mod Returns! Craig is a writer, photographer, and walker living in Tokyo and Kamakura, Japan. He is the author of Things Become Other Things and Kissa by Kissa. He also writes the newsletters Roden and Ridgeline and has contributed to The New York Times, The Atlantic, Wired, and more. Sponsors: Shopify global commerce platform, providing tool…

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The Nephilim Hunter - Season 1: Episode 3 - "A Death Sentence" 21:50

1M ago21:50

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Overview: The Olympic National Park hosts 4 different temperate rain forests. Each one is dense. Each one is dark. Each one hosts old growth trees dating back a thousand years. Now, they host something even older -- and darker. Now, they host - The Nephilim. Episode 3: Hardy and Simmons are back at it and there are more killings in the park. Only, …

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2025 predictions: The Orioles will be better than you think 52:14

1M ago52:14

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Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss our first look at the new(er) left field wall (7:40). Then they break down the signing of veteran RHP Kyle Gibson (9:44) and give their predictions for the 2025 season (24:12).By bannerbaseballshow

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#802: Craig Mod — The Real Japan, Cheap Apartments in Tokyo, Productive Side Quests, Creative Retreats, Buying Future Freedom, and Being Possessed by Spirits 2:15:49

1M ago2:15:49

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Craig Mod is a writer, photographer, and walker living in Tokyo and Kamakura, Japan. He is the author of Things Become Other Things and Kissa by Kissa. He also writes the newsletters Roden and Ridgeline and has contributed to The New York Times, The Atlantic, Wired, and more. Sponsors: David Protein Bars 28g of protein, 150 calories, and 0g of suga…

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Ep. #3551: UFC results, Cain Velasquez sentencing, Mario Bautista Interview, more 1:13:40

1M ago1:13:40

1:13:40

On Episode 3,551, the guys recapped the UFC event and talked about Cain Velasquez getting his sentence. They also had interviewed Mario Bautista, who will be facing Marlon Vera.By MMA Junkie Radio

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Swindling the Nations w/ Dewayne Perkins 1:05:53

1M ago1:05:53

1:05:53

On today’s episode, Laci is joined by stand-up writer, actor, and comedian Dewayne Perkins (The Blackening, One of Them Days) to dive into the con of the century, unraveling the web of lies and false promises spun by John Ackah Blay-Miezah. In a story so wild it could be straight out of a movie—one that Dewayne himself might have written—they also …

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