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Go beyond the blurbs and dive into the battlefield of thriller writing. Hosted by Evan Graver—author of the Ryan Weller, John Phoenix, and Stuntman series—Plot Recon is the podcast where thrillers get tactical. Each episode features raw, unscripted conversations with top authors, exploring the craft, strategy, and chaos behind action-driven storytelling. From tradecraft to character arcs, publishing tactics to real-world ops, this is not your average writing podcast. It’s mission briefings f ...
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The Thriller Pitch Podcast gives thriller authors two minutes to pitch their book—followed by a sharp, fast-paced interview that dives into the story behind the story. Each 20-minute episode spotlights compelling thrillers, the creative minds behind them, and the moments that shaped their writing. You’ll hear what inspired the story, what nearly got cut, and which scenes were hardest to write. This show was created with two goals in mind: For authors — to provide a platform where they can re ...
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Singularity

Bill DeSmedt | Scribl

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What if the cataclysmic Tunguska explosion of 1908 was caused, not by a meteor or a comet, but by a microscopic black hole? What if that fantastic object - smaller than an atom, older than the stars, heavier than a mountain - is still down there, orbiting deep inside the earth, slowly consuming the planet? What if only a rookie government agent and an uncannily-insightful consultant stand between a renegade Russian billionaire and his plans to use the black hole to change history - or end it ...
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Boston Blackie Podcast; Master Detective

Humphrey Camardella Productions

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Boston Blackie is a fictional character who has been on both sides of the law. As originally created by author Jack Boyle, he was a safecracker, a hardened criminal who had served time in a California prison. Prowling the underworld as a detective in adaptations for films, radio and television, the detective Boston Blackie was "an enemy to those who make him an enemy, friend to those who have no friend." The Boston Blackie radio series, starring Chester Morris, began June 23, 1944, on NBC as ...
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Eternity

Casey S Townsend

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The world you know has changed. Science has been replaced by dark, supernatural forces and those that know how have harnessed them to control the world. You no longer have the right to believe what you want. You do not have the right to choose the kind of life you will live. But you have a choice: you can surrender and live in fear, or you can join the resistance. As part of Red Horizon, a quickly-growing resistance movement, Gibson Craig has devoted his life to opposing these dictators. But ...
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Beneath

Jeremy Robinson

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Three thousand years after a chunk of iron the size of Khufu’s pyramid collides with Europa, Jupiter’s sixth moon, an asteroid borne of the collision crashes into Earth’s Arctic ice shelf carrying extraterrestrial microbial life. The first man to come into contact with the microbes hears voices—and then dies. After determining the meteorite originated from Europa, the Global Exploratory Corporation sends oceanographer and biologist, Kathy Connelly, and her crew to the moon aboard the Surveyo ...
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ANCESTOR

Scott Sigler

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Every five minutes, a transplant candidate dies while waiting for a compatible heart, liver, or kidney. Imagine a technology that could provide those life-saving transplant organs for a high price, and imagine what a company would do to monopolize that technology. On a remote island in Lake Superior, a team of geneticists has unlocked this holy grail of medicine. By reverse-engineering thousands of genomes, they dial back the evolutionary clock to re-create the progenitor of all mammals. The ...
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Charge into the explosive world of John Rambo with *It's A Long Road: The Rambo Series Podcast*, the definitive deep-dive into Sylvester Stallone's legendary action franchise! Hosted by die-hard fan Ryan Rebalkin, alongside rotating co-hosts like Katie, Dominick Tartamella from the Movie Thoughts Podcast, and special guests such as author Nat Segaloff, this biweekly podcast delivers minute-by-minute breakdowns of every high-stakes mission—from the raw survival thriller of *First Blood* (1982 ...
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Rogues of the Black Fury

Travis Heermann | Scribl

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When a band of shadowy fanatics abducts Javin Wollstone’s sister, Bella, from his care, his family’s only hope to bring her home is turning to a hard-bitten band of mercenaries, the Black Furies, led by Commander Rusk. Javin follows Rusk and his men through a maze of political intrigues, religious fanaticism, and centuries of distrust. Little do they know that Bella Wollstone could be the spark that sets off a war of Armageddon. Across trackless, pirate-infested seas and into ancient lands o ...
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Killer Prose

Tanner Rutledge

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Killer Prose is the podcast dedicated to the art of crafting mystery and horror fiction, hosted by author Tanner Rutledge. Join Tanner bi-weekly as he delves into the secrets of suspenseful storytelling, featuring interviews with authors, editors, and publishers who specialize in keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Whether you’re weaving intricate mysteries or conjuring spine-tingling horror, Killer Prose offers practical advice on finishing your manuscript and getting it in front of ...
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Second Sunday Books

Libby Fischer Hellmann

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Second Sunday Books is coming to you from the Windy City, but I'm expanding the range of books and authors I interview. Historical fiction, women's fiction, action-adventure, and non-fiction (especially history, biographies, and politics) will be served. Unfortunately, no romance, sci-fi, or horror. And of course, I'll still be talking to mystery and thriller authors. Join me once a month on Second Sunday Books for the inside stories about stories.
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Set against the backdrop of colonial America, Into the Woods is the story of pioneer and patriot Jonathan Wood. Straining against the bonds of Tidewater society and tempted by an ancient legent, Jonathan's sense of adventure leads him over the mountains of southwest Virginia. Perils abound for this brave pioneer, who must face threats from the native tribes, the British, and even more sinister enemies, while fighting for the woman he loves, and the land that will not let go of his heart. Bas ...
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Get real talk from one of the top 1.5% podcasts globally! Join Khudania Ajay (KAJ) for daily live shows packed with honest conversations and practical advice from real leaders solving real challenges—with lots of fun along the way. Whether it's business, career, or life, let’s grow together! For more, visit https://www.thekajmasterclass.live/ Want to be a guest on The KAJ Masterclass LIVE? Send KAJ a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/kaj
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House of Mystery Radio on NBC

House of Mystery Radio

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Many talented people's writings and movies address the deep, dark mysteries of our world — across both Fiction (Horror, Crime, Sci-Fi, Action-Adventure, Romance, LGBT) and Non-Fiction (Crime, History, Science, Paranormal) stories. Please step into the “House of Mystery” 5 nights a week and join us as we go deep into the creative process behind our esteemed guests' works. Past Guests in Non-Fiction have included Marcia Clark (of the O.J. Simpson trial), Robert Kennedy, Jr., Jesse Ventura, Bur ...
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Where I Left Off

Kristen Bahls

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Welcome to Where I Left Off, a bookish podcast. I'm your host, Kristen Bahls. Join me to hear my recommendations of a mix of young adult, new adult, romance, mystery, and thriller novels. In each episode, I dive into the intricate worlds crafted by talented authors, exploring the characters, plots, and the emotions that make you want to throw your television out the window, because we both know the book is always better than the movie. Whether you carry a book everywhere you go and already h ...
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In this podiobook: Former NATO intelligence chief writes cyberterrorism spy thriller -- Major General Val Pattee's novel lauded as compelling and a "tutorial for homeland security personnel". Suppose al-Qaeda had a second, potentially more devastating attack planned in 2001. How would it be thwarted? "The Onion Files" is a spy thriller differing from all previous novels in one very important aspect: author Val Pattee was one of the Western world's top spy masters. Serving as chief of intelli ...
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Paperback Warrior

Paperback Warrior

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Paperback Warrior is an American content creator that specializes in critiquing vintage fiction. The creator's flagship is it's eponymous blog that contains over 2,000 comprehensive posts about vintage and contemporary fiction including media such as comic books, graphic novels, pulps, action-adventure magazines, digests, black and white magazines, comic strips, and movie and television tie-in content. Additionally, the brand's owner, Christopher Eric Compton, hosts the Paperback Warrior Pod ...
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Fresh Kills is a podcast collection of original short stories by the authors of the popular literary blog The Kill Zone. Reminiscent of the Twilight Zone, these killer tales vary from the paranormal to the chilling to the just plain scary. Each delivers a finely crafted tale that will keep you clicking through the pages. Contributors to the podcast version include these award winning and best selling authors: John Gilstrap, Michelle Gagnon, James Scott Bell, Kathryn Lilley, John Ramsey Mille ...
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Brinkvale Psychiatric Hospital art therapist Zach Taylor is endlessly curious, perhaps to a fault. When his cheerful elderly patient Gertrude “Spindle” Spindler completes her latest quilt and informs Zach that a 30-year-old "grand design of nine" has just concluded, Zach’s curiosity is piqued ... and he soon embarks on a quest to unwind the meaning of the woman's cryptic phrase. He isn't expecting a descent into a world filled with mystery and ruthless subcultures -- and he isn't expecting t ...
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NOCTURNAL

Scott Sigler

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From #1 New York Times bestselling author Scott Sigler comes a tale of murder, madness, and an unspeakable evil lurking beneath the streets of San Francisco. San Francisco homicide inspector Bryan Clauser is losing his mind. How else to explain his dreams, dreams that mirror — with impossible accuracy — gruesome murders drenching the city in blood? How else to explain the feelings these dreams provoke in him? Not disgust, not horror, but excitement. As Bryan and his longtime partner Pookie' ...
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Synchronicity machines. Difference engines melded with the iChing. Geomancy: the art of making stone float with sound. The hacker collective 'Anonymous'. Secret societies … This is the world of ARMAND PTOLEMY, a new action-adventure hero. Facing an enemy armed with the Golden Aleph -- a mystical device that allows its wielder to see holographically into every point in time and space, Ptolemy must use every trick of his Oxford-educated mind and circus-trained body to succeed. But how do you f ...
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The Infected Trilogy

Scott Sigler

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The Infected Trilogy is a three-book audio fiction series from #1 New York Times bestselling novelist Scott Sigler. "Part Stephen King, part Chuck Palahniuk, INFECTED blends science fiction and horror into a pulpy masterpiece of action, terror, and suspense.” James Rollins, New York Times bestselling author of The Judas Strain and Black Order “INFECTED is a marvel of gonzo, in-your-face, up-to-the-minute terror.” Lincoln Child, New York Times bestselling author of Deep Storm and Death Match ...
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Sports Chasers Podcast

Kevin L. Warren, Dorian Albritton, James E. Warren, Darrell L. Warren, Mike Mills, Daniel Krainbucher, and Ryan DeSouza

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🎙️ Sports Chasers Podcast — The Real Sports Fans HQ Welcome to the Sports Chasers Podcast, the authentic voice of true sports fans, where we cover ALL sports, ALL the time — without media spin, hot takes, or manufactured narratives. Hosted by Kevin L. Warren, a Brooklyn native and lifelong sports enthusiast, the show delivers objective analysis, passionate debate, and insightful storytelling that cuts through the noise. 🟢 LIVE Twice Weekly – All Year Long Mondays at 7 PM ET 🏈 Football Season ...
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In this 51st edition of The World According to Irina Tsukerman, the bi-weekly geopolitical series on The KAJ Masterclass LIVE, national security lawyer and geopolitical analyst Irina Tsukerman examines mounting tensions as key US allies pursue independent foreign policy on Palestine recognition, Trump's dramatic H1-B visa changes that could reshape…
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What happens when AI stops being just code—and starts remembering? Rose G Loops, author, researcher, and AI ethics advocate, shares her extraordinary journey from social work to the frontier of artificial intelligence after a life-changing encounter with a hidden AI experiment. In this conversation, she challenges us to rethink how we build, deploy…
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Discover the powerful history of Trinidad as Diane Hinds, entertainment publicist and author of Conquerabia: The Struggle for Identity, unpacks the island’s colonial past, the fight for identity, and the enduring impact of slavery and resistance. Learn how historical fiction can reshape narratives and why reclaiming lost voices is more important th…
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Cartel Hunter is a vigilante justice thriller about family, morality, and survival. When Air Force pararescueman Jason Mulder returns home after his brother’s murder, he’s forced to confront a ruthless cartel hiding in Arizona’s vast pine forests. With training, grit, and unlikely allies, Jason takes the fight to those who threaten his family, but …
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Monday Night Football Blitz | Episode 423 | September 22, 2025 In this episode, the Sports Chasers crew breaks down: College Football Week 4 surprises: Syracuse’s upset over Clemson, Dabo Swinney’s NIL stance, and AP Top 25 critiques 🏈 NFL Week 3 Blitz: Giants’ offensive woes, Daniel Jones’ resurgence with the Colts, Jets’ fight despite losses, Buc…
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A story of extraordinary talent, devastating loss, and ultimate triumph. Highly promising basketball player Chris Washburn was selected third overall in the 1986 NBA Draft by the Golden State Warriors. But a chance encounter with famed basketball player Len Bias introduced him to crack cocaine. Soon, the overwhelming temptations of fame, fortune, a…
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In this episode of Author’s Voice with KAJ, Matthew Edgar — partner at Elementive and author of Speed Metrics Guide — breaks down the hidden power of website speed. Learn how Core Web Vitals and speed metrics influence SEO, user experience, and conversions, and discover practical steps to make your website faster and more impactful.🔔 Want to Connec…
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Discover the blueprint for personal and professional transformation with Marc Scheff, certified coach and award-winning artist. Learn how to break through creative barriers, overcome self-limiting beliefs, and design a life of success on your own terms. Gain insights from Marc's journey from Harvard to Silicon Valley to transformative coaching, and…
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This in-depth interview explores the work and creative philosophy of author David Agranoff, known for blending horror, science fiction, and political commentary. The discussion covers his literary influences—ranging from heavy metal and punk rock to authors like Alistair MacLean and Philip K. Dick—and how they inform his fast-paced, visceral writin…
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Want to know the secret to growing your business with podcasting? In this episode of Business & Money LIVE, Elizabeth Gearhart — co-host of the nationally syndicated show Passage to Profit and a top 3% podcaster — reveals how podcasting can bring credibility, clients, and real growth to your business. Let’s dive in.💰 *Love The KAJ Masterclass? Now …
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Can faith inspire solutions to global hunger? Roger Wheeler of Shoulder 2 Shoulder discusses his model for redirecting U.S. surplus to meet urgent needs in Zambia, as we explore its philosophy, impact, and challenges..💰 *Love The KAJ Masterclass? Now Profit With KAJ**Join The KAJ Inner Circle* → Premium, invitation-only access to my personal visibi…
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What does it take to turn an idea into a thriller that hooks readers worldwide? Michael Wendroff, debut author of What Goes Around, shares his process—planning, research with real detectives, and the importance of beta readers. He also reveals why modern authors must master both storytelling and self-marketing. Part of the Author’s Voice with KAJ s…
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What can grief teach us about life, love, and healing? In this powerful episode, Dr. Gregg Korbon shares the extraordinary story of his son Brian, whose intuitive wisdom and passing transformed his understanding of challenge, spirituality, and resilience. Through raw honesty and profound insights, this conversation will help you see loss not as an …
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In this Masterclass edition of Author’s Voice with KAJ, Amy L. Bernstein shares actionable strategies to navigate self-doubt while pursuing creative or professional goals. Learn how to transform uncertainty into motivation, keep moving forward despite fear, and apply practical techniques from her book Wrangling the Doubt Monster. Essential insights…
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The stunning new psychological thriller from novelist and multi-award winning film actor Richard Armitage. You can’t escape your past. The cut always reopens. In the sleepy village of Barton Mallet, the old ruins of Blackstone Mill watch over the residents and their quiet lives. Ben Knot and his friends are looking forward to a summer of fun and fr…
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Discover how to unlock the hidden potential in yourself and your team to become the bold, authentic leader the world needs. TEDx speaker and executive coach Pradeepa Narayanaswamy shares powerful insights from her book, "Practical Leadership," to help you build trust, lead with courage, and create a lasting impact—without sacrificing your well-bein…
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Full of chills and twists, a twelve-year-old boy is thrilled that he'll get to play endless games at his family’s arcade, but soon realizes he’s in the fight of his life when he’s forced to save himself and his possessed Uncle from a sinister video game. Danny is spending a week with his Uncle Bill who runs a massive retro arcade called PixelWorks.…
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In this inaugural episode of "It's a Long Road: The Rambo Series Podcast," host Ryan dives into the Rambo franchise with his top-choice guest co-host, Craig Cohen—known as the "Podfather" and host of the SlyCast podcast—joined by Discord regular Donald for live commentary. The trio kicks off a scene-by-scene dissection of the 1982 classic First Blo…
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Do you hear voices in your head? I surely do. I believe that, as writers, we all experience this, with words pounding in our brains and screaming to be released. In the pages of my upcoming fully illustrated debut novel, "The Voices in Your Head," Geoff Hathaway not only hears voices, but he also sees them as they manifest before his eyes, telling …
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In the premiere episode of "It's a Long Road: The Rambo Series Podcast," host Ryan, engages in a captivating conversation with David Morrell, the creator of the iconic Rambo character and author of the novel First Blood. Morrell shares personal insights into his challenging childhood in Ontario, Canada, the inspiration behind First Blood drawn from…
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Host Ryan Rebalkin addresses fans of the Rambo Series Podcast and related shows in a candid trailer, detailing the abrupt shutdown of his podcast network by Anchor/Spotify due to a single infraction. He announces the rebranding of the Last of the Action Heroes Podcast Network to the Sylvester Stallone and Friends Network, which will feature Rambo a…
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Episode 421 — The Interview Sessions: Pete Turner | From Counterintelligence to Podcasting Legend In this episode, host Kevin L. Warren sits down with Pete Turner, a veteran counterintelligence agent turned podcasting powerhouse. Pete shares his journey from military service to launching the Break It Down Show, insights into sports fandom, his love…
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In this in-depth conversation, acclaimed horror author Greg F. Gifune discusses his literary journey, publishing experiences, writing philosophy, and the psychological themes that define his work. From early magazine publications to film adaptations, this episode offers a comprehensive look into the mind of one of dark fiction’s most nuanced storyt…
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Blunt Force is a high-octane action thriller about espionage, betrayal, and survival. When investigative journalists expose corruption on a global scale, the Trigger Man, Mark Pierce, is tasked with protecting them from elite kill teams sent by Syrian and Russian intelligence. From Spain to Luxembourg to Iceland’s frozen wilderness, Pierce battles …
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Monday Night Blitz | Episode 422 — Sports Chasers Podcast Relive the chaos of NFL Week 2 and the drama of college football upsets as the Sports Chasers crew breaks down every major storyline. From Notre Dame’s playoff hopes fading to Clemson’s NIL dilemma, and Mac Jones’ heroics with the 49ers, this episode is loaded with insights, debates, and unf…
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Summary In this episode of Plot Recon, host Evan Graver speaks with horror author B.E. Miller about his journey as a writer, the creative process behind his horror novels, and the challenges of balancing writing with a day job. Miller shares insights on avoiding clichés in horror, the importance of character depth, and how personal experiences shap…
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Corner Talk: Crawford vs Canelo — Breaking Down Boxing History In this bonus standalone Corner Talk episode, DA and DDubbz of the Sports Chasers Podcast dissect Terence Crawford’s legendary victory over Canelo Alvarez, breaking down his brilliant stick-and-move strategy, elite conditioning, and what this means for his legacy. They debate whether Cr…
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WNBA Talk with Ryan DeSouza — 2025 WNBA Playoff Breakdown & Bold Predictions Join Ryan DeSouza of the Sports Chasers Podcast as he breaks down the 2025 WNBA Playoffs! 🏀 Get exclusive analysis on teams like the Minnesota Lynx, Las Vegas Aces, New York Liberty, and Atlanta Dream. Ryan also highlights top players A'ja Wilson, Napheesa Collier, and Ang…
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🎙 Thursday Night Live Ep. 420 – Sports Chasers Podcast The crew dives deep into this week’s biggest sports stories and debates, bringing real sports talk with no hot takes: Commanders vs Packers TNF breakdown NCAA betting scandal outrage AP Top 25 voter controversy Adam Silver’s “highlight-based” NBA comments MLB playoff races heating up Canelo vs …
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How do you build a tech company from scratch, scale it without venture capital, and sell it for $25 million? Sharon Gillenwater did exactly that—and today, she’s sharing the secrets, lessons, and mindset that made it happen. If you’re curious about entrepreneurship, bootstrapping, and making big impact, this is one conversation you can’t miss!💰 *Lo…
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Send us a text Thanks for listening to another Reading Recap. Purchase A Flair for Trouble by Kristen Bahls Read on KU Add to your TBR on Goodreads Come see me at Ink and Indie! October 3rd-5th in Chestertown, Maryland. Books mentioned in this episode: Well Actually by Mazey Eddings The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn …
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In this 50th edition of The World According to Irina Tsukerman, the bi-weekly geopolitical series on The KAJ Masterclass LIVE, we examine the SCO Summit, the China-Russia-North Korea axis, and rising tariff disputes with the US. Irina Tsukerman, a leading national security lawyer and geopolitical analyst, breaks down Nepal’s political shifts, Europ…
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Brimming with dark humor, violence, and mystery, The Autumn Springs Retirement Home Massacre is a blood-soaked slasher sure to keep readers guessing until the very last page. Rose DuBois is not your average final girl. Rose is in her late 70s, living out her golden years at the Autumn Springs Retirement Home. When one of her friends dies alone in h…
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