Best Andy Hooper Podcasts (2025)

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Fear After the Jimmy Kimmel Suspension, the Return of Olivia Nuzzi, and Presidential Campaign of Andy Beshear 1:04:11

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David discuss Vanity Fair hiring Olivia Nuzzi after she parted ways with New York magazine last year, continue untangling the Jimmy Kimmel situation, discuss the new rules for covering the Pentagon, and more (00:26). Then they share some football audio from the weekend, including Joe Davis’s call of Eagles defensiv…

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Edufuturists #310 The Moral Imperative with Gwyn ap Harri 48:57

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In this episode of the podcast, we chat with the wonderful Gwyn ap Harri, the CEO of XP Trust, to explore innovative educational practices and the importance of character building in schools. One of Gwyn's schools, XP Gateshead won Edufuturists Secondary School of the Year 2025. Gwyn discusses the concept of 'crew' as a foundational element of XP T…

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160 - Real Skinwalker Experience, Oura Ring Conspiracy, Mr. Beast Bunker w/ Jake Hutcheson 1:44:34

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Thanks to our sponsor betterhelp. Visit https://betterhelp.com/NINJAS for 10% off your first month. In Episode 160 of Ninjas Are Butterflies, we’re joined by Jake Hutcheson to dive into some of the wildest and creepiest topics yet. We unpack a shocking skinwalker encounter that will leave you questioning reality, explore the latest conspiracy theor…

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Jimmy Kimmel Is Suspended, Molly Qerim Leaves ESPN, and Ivan Maisel on the Cult of the College Football Coach 1:32:41

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel discuss ABC's decision to indefinitely suspend 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' (0:46), why The Washington Post fired columnist Karen Attiah, Molly Qerim's abrupt departure from ESPN, Tom Brady's glaring conflict of interest, and more (38:32). Then Bryan is joined by sports journalist and author Ivan Maisel to discuss his…

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Our Broken Media Ecosystem, Replay Reviews for Everyone, and Lachlan Cartwright of Breaker 51:02

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David examine the ways in which information about Charlie Kirk's killing has come out to the public (0:20), before they share some audio from the weekend in football, including Pat McAfee's rousing 'College GameDay' monologue, some instant replay insight from Clemson–Georgia Tech, the tush push getting on everyone'…

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Edufuturists #309 Listen Up To What Students Are Saying with Kathryn McColl and Brogan Pierce (Hark) 56:53

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In this episode of the Edufuturists podcast, we talk to Kathryn McColl and Brogan Pierce from Hark about their Listen Up Report, which uncovers why confidence drops during key school transitions, who’s most affected, and what educators and employers can do to close the gap. Nearly 1 in 3 young people in the UK lack confidence - a hidden barrier to …

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159 - 3I Atlas Incoming, Stem Cell Harvesting, & Government Guinea Pigs 1:48:10

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In Episode 159 of Ninjas Are Butterflies, we dive deep into the hidden world of government conspiracies and scientific mysteries. What is the 3i Atlas, and why do some believe it’s tied to secret government testing programs? Could your wisdom teeth hold the key to controversial stem cell harvesting experiments? And how far would shadow organization…

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The Killing of Charlie Kirk, the Murdochs’ Real-Life Succession, and Three More Years of ‘Pardon the Interruption’ 1:01:46

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Bryan and Joel discuss the whirlwind of coverage around the killing of Charlie Kirk (1:13) before they give updates on the Trump vs. The Wall Street Journal saga (23:32), the extension for ESPN's 'Pardon the Interruption' (29:59), Rupert Murdoch's succession plan (38:54), the reporter caught in the middle of the college football AP poll outrage (44…

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NFL Opening Weekend Audio, the CBS News Blues, and Our Review of ‘The Paper’ 53:27

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David discuss news from CBS News, including more issues with edited interviews and Bari Weiss’s reported arrival (0:20). Then, they get into a tense moment on ‘Get Up!’ between Ryan Clark and Peter Schrager, some audio from NFL Week 1, J.J. Watt’s broadcast debut, and more (12:28). They also share their thoughts on…

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Edufuturists #308 The Big Review Part 10 41:24

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In this episode, hosts Steve Hope and Ben Whitaker look into the evolving landscape of education. We discuss the challenges and opportunities in creating inclusive and diverse learning environments, the role of AI in education, and the importance of community engagement. The conversation also touches on the need for a curriculum that adapts to the …

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Eagles-Cowboys Audio and the Hock Heard Round the World. Plus, a New 25 for '25 With ESPN’s Domonique Foxworth. 1:45:32

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Hello media consumers! Joel and Bryan discuss some of their many takeaways from the Eagles-Cowboys NFL opener (5:35), and a NFL TV preview covering Mike Tirico's first Super Bowl, the RedZone ad crisis, Tom Brady's second year at FOX, and J.J. Watt moving to the CBS booth (22:44). Then in a new edition of 25 for '25, Joel talks with Domonique Foxwo…

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158 - The Kandahar Giant, Ancient Portals, & The Apocalypse | NAB x LA Marzulli 1:42:24

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Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code [NINJAS] at https://shopmando.com #mandopod #ad In this episode of Ninjas Are Butterflies, we sit down with researcher and author L.A. Marzulli to dive into some of the most mysterious and controversial topics in the world of the unexplained. From the legend…

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The Cloudy Future of 'Inside the NBA,' Gavin Newsom Could Run for President Like Marshawn Lynch, and More Tortured Acronyms 58:17

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David share some notes from Lee Corso's emotional 'College GameDay' sign-off and a new edition of "Manning face" (0:20), before they react to some sounds from the weekend in college football, including Florida State's upset win over Alabama and Bill Belichick and UNC's blowout loss to TCU. They also get into Charle…

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Edufuturists #307 Why AI Literacy is More Than Promptcraft with Jeremy Samways 55:00

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In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Jeremy Samways, who discusses his journey from marketing to education, focusing on the importance of AI literacy for students. Jeremy is the founder and a trustee of Your Tomorrow, an innovative charity dedicated to bridging the gap between education and the rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligen…

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157 - Real Bigfoot & Dogman Encounters & UFO Coverups w/ Tony Merkel 1:52:59

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Thanks to our Sponsor Mint Mobile. Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just $15 a month at: https://mintmobile.com/ninjas In this episode of Ninjas Are Butterflies we are joined by Tony from The Confessionals Podcast ⁨@TheConfessionals⁩ to discuss the government UFO cover up, Dogman encounters, and a first hand …

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Doris Burke's Demotion, a Massive College Football TV Preview, and Adam Friedland's Star Turn 1:07:14

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel begin today’s show with J-School, talking about Cam Newton’s new expanded role at ESPN and some criticisms of the Cowboys documentary. Then they dive into the headlines, discussing Doris Burke’s demotion at ESPN (13:58), a mega college football TV preview (21:51), and much more. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel An…

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Ohio State and Barstool, the Great Film Critic Shortage, and the MS NOW Acronym Challenge. Plus: Michael M. Grynbaum on the Past and Future of Condé Nast. 1:25:52

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David open up the show by talking about Rich Eisen’s return to the 'SportsCenter' desk. Then they discuss a report that Dave Portnoy was banned from Ohio Stadium (6:17) and talk about the state of local film critics (16:50). They also check in on their MS NOW challenge (31:28) and run through the Overworked Twitter…

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Episode 2; Jerry Hooper 29:31

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When is it too late to follow your dreams? For Jerry Hooper, the answer is 'never.' Jerry worked in banking for over 4 decades, but his passion was piano. His dream was to play music professionally. And he followed his dream.Join me as I talk to Jerry about how he made the leap from amateur pianist to professional piano player - all after the age o…

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The Legend of Lee Corso, the Man Who Created "GameDay," with ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit 1:04:01

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Hello, media consumers! Ahead of Lee Corso's final appearance on College Gameday, Bryan and Joel briefly talk about the history of College Gameday and what has made Corso such a special figure for almost 40 years. Then, Bryan is joined by Kirk Herbstreit to talk about how he got on College Gameday, what his relationship with Corso has been like ove…

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Edufuturists #306 Why School Doesn't Work for Every Child with Matt Bromley 53:12

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In this episode of the podcast, we are delighted to welcome back Matt Bromley, an educational author and advisor, to discuss his latest book, 'Why School Doesn't Work for Every Child.' Matt first joined us in February 2024 with Andy Griffith, the co-author of another, similar book, The Working Classroom, and a friend of Ben's from his formative tea…

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156 - NJ Drone Mystery Solved, 3rd Temple Sacrifice, & The Bill Gates Agenda 1:42:15

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Thanks to our sponsor betterhelp. Visit https://betterhelp.com/NINJAS for 10% off your first month Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code [NINJAS] at https://shopmando.com #mandopod #ad The mystery of the New Jersey night drones may finally be solved… but what’s behind it? Meanwhile, a red heifer…

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The Dallas Cowboys, the Netflix Doc, and Jerry Jones With Ed Werder 1:25:58

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel start this Dallas Cowboys–centric show with their thoughts on Netflix’s ‘America’s Team’ documentary. They reminisce about the ’90s era of football and the media landscape then, discuss people’s affection for the Cowboys, and talk about why the documentary works. Next, Bryan and Joel welcome longtime reporter …

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The Cringey MSNBC Rebrand, Gavin Newsom’s Twitter Account, and the Death of the Longform Podcast 1:05:56

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David discuss the end of summer and showing pop culture treasures from their youth to their children. Then they tackle the headlines, starting with the MSNBC rebrand (8:30), before talking about a Rolling Stone article about the death of the narrative podcast (26:28). Then in the notebook dump, they talk about what…

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Edufuturists #305 More Than Flags & Rainbows with Ian Timbrell 41:49

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In this episode of the podcast, we are super pleased to be able have another thought-provoking conversation, this time with Ian Timbrell, another Crown House Publishing author. Ian has written a brilliant book, More Than Flags and Rainbows, so we sit down to chat about the future of education, focusing on the importance of true inclusion, cultural …

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155 - Ancient Myths, Lost Cryptids, & The Snallygaster with The Haunted Cosmos 1:47:54

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What if every ancient civilization was telling the same mysterious story… and it wasn’t just a myth? In this special crossover episode, Ninjas Are Butterflies joins forces with Haunted Cosmos to explore the strange similarities in myths, legends, and folklore from cultures all around the world. We dig into the bizarre tale of the Snallygaster—a win…

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The Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift Show, Jimmy Pitaro’s ESPN, and the Worst Question Asked at the White House 57:12

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Hello media consumers! It’s a Monday show on a Thursday! Bryan fills David in on his Connecticut hotdog tour earlier this week (0:16), before discussing Taylor Swift’s appearance on Travis and Jason Kelce’s ‘New Heights’ podcast, and a few thoughts on Monday’s Jimmy Pitaro interview (11:23). Then they run through the Overworked Twitter Joke of the …

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25 for 25: Jimmy Pitaro on ESPN's NFL and WWE Deals, Pat McAfee, and the State of the Company in 2025 52:59

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan heads to the ESPN HQ in Bristol, Connecticut, to sit down with ESPN's chairman, Jimmy Pitaro. They discuss the highly anticipated launch of ESPN's direct-to-consumer app, the massive deals ESPN made with the NFL and WWE, hiring talent vs. developing talent, preparing for ESPN's first Super Bowl, the state of ESPN in 20…

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Edufuturists #304 Attendance ≠ Engagement with Professor Andy Hargreaves 50:04

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In this episode of the Edufuturists podcast, we are joined by Ben's fellow Accringtonian, Professor Andy Hargreaves to discuss the complexities of education, focusing on student engagement, the impact of teachers, and the importance of identity and belonging in the learning process. Andy shares his personal journey from Accrington to Canada, highli…

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154 - Ancient Time Travel, Evil Effects of DMT, & The Alien Mothership 1:47:07

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Welcome to the show. In this weeks episode, we explore a mysterious early 1900s case from France involving what many believe to be a time slip — an alleged real-world account of spontaneous time travel that defies logical explanation. Then we shift focus to a newly observed unidentified aerial anomaly, a craft with no known origin that appears to s…

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A Readout on ESPN’s Deals With the NFL and WWE. Plus: NBA Mouthpiece Summer and the New York Post Comes to L.A. 57:06

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel start the show with J-School, discussing the new threats to the Voting Rights Act of 1965 as well as the ongoing Texas redistricting fight (01:43). Next, they dive into some headlines, starting with the deals made by ESPN this week. First, they go through all the details from the ESPN-NFL deal, including what …

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Who Won the ESPN-NFL Deal? Plus, the WaPo Exodus Continues and a Report From SummerSlam 1:01:19

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Davis recount their trip to Part 2 of SummerSlam last night (0:20) before tackling some headlines, including ESPN and NFL moving forward with their proposed blockbuster media deal, more heavy hitters leaving The Washington Post, and an upcoming Kamala Harris book (22:00). They also discuss Bryan's brief time in use…

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LIONS UNCAGED: THAT'S ALL FOLKS 51:29

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Alfie Reynolds and Topsy Ojo bring you the final Lions Uncaged of the tour as the lions failed to clean sweep the Wallabies, losing the final Test 22-12. The boys break down that win for Australia, review the series as a whole and look ahead to future Lions tours and a thrilling few months of rugby to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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Edufuturists #303 - Make It Real with Leonie Briggs 34:49

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In this episode of the podcast, we welcome another Crown House Publishing author, Leonie Briggs, the director of Amaze Lab, to discuss the future of education, particularly in the realms of STEM and STEAM. Leonie shares her journey from veterinary practice to education, her passion for creating engaging learning experiences, and her new book, 'Make…

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153 - The Mark of The Beast, Ancient Hopi Prophecies, & Organ Harvesting 1:38:24

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Thanks to our Sponsor Mint Mobile. Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just $15 a month at https://mintmobile.com/ninjasThis week on Ninjas Are Butterflies, we dive headfirst into some of the darkest and most mind-bending conspiracies yet. Is the Mark of the Beast already here—and are we willingly accepting it?W…

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The Fall of Shannon Sharpe, the End of Sports and Late-Night TV, and the 2025 Media Diet With Bomani Jones 1:03:41

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Hello, media consumers! Joel Anderson is joined by Bomani Jones to discuss a few media headlines, including ESPN's decision to part ways with Shannon Sharpe and the serious gambling allegations against Gilbert Arenas (4:09), before they look at the future (or lack thereof) of sports television, being a generalist vs. a specialist in 2025, the rise …

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LIONS UNCAGED: ANDY FARRELL AND JOE SCHMIDT ANNOUNCE FINAL SQUADS OF THE TOUR, NIC WHITE ON WHAT HE'LL MISS MOST IN RUGBY AND TADGH FURLONG BREAKS RECORDS 49:28

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Alfie Reynolds and Topsy Ojo bring you today's episode of Lions Uncaged as the tour nears its conclusion. Today Andy Farrell and Joe Schmidt announced their squads for the final test match this Saturday - Topsy gives his reaction to that. 35 year old Nic White will start at scrum half for the Wallabies in what will be his final ever test match for …

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LIONS UNCAGED: MARO ITOJE REVEALS WHO PARTIED THE HARDEST, MICHAEL HOOPER & WORLD RUGBY CEO ALAN GILPIN ON THE REFEREE DECISION TO AWARD A TRY 44:41

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Alfie Reynolds brings you today's episode of Lions Uncaged as the build up begins for this weekend's third and final test match between the Lions and the Wallabies. Lions captain Maro Itoje reveals to Alfie what Lions players partied the hardest following the 2nd test win PLUS former Australia captain Michael Hooper and World Rugby CEO Alan Gilpin …

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Hulk Hogan Vs. Gawker, Bill Belichick Fever, and the New Washington Post Exodus 54:32

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David cover some headlines, including the approval of the Paramount-SkyDance merger, a discouraging new study about google searches and AI, Bill Belichick rapidly approaching his first game as a college head coach, the WaPo exodus (cont.), and more (9:45), Then, they discuss the wide-ranging obituaries of the late …

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LIONS UNCAGED: MARO ITOJE AN INSPIRATION FOR KIDS, THAT JAC MORGAN CLEAROUT, LIONS MAKING HISTORY IN 3RD TEST 52:21

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Alfie Reynolds and Topsy Ojo brought you today's episode of Lions Uncaged following that incredible match at the MCG yesterday which saw the Lions clinch the series thanks to last gasp drama from Hugo Keenan. Topsy reacts to that match and explains why Maro Itoje is such an inspiration to young kids wanting to get into rugby. He also gave his view …

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Edufuturists #302 - Third Space Learning with Tom Hooper 50:48

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In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Tom Hooper, founder of Third Space Learning, to discuss the evolution of tutoring from human-led to AI-driven models. Tom shares insights on the effectiveness of one-to-one tutoring, the importance of equitable access to education, and the role of teachers in integrating AI into learning environments…

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LIONS UNCAGED LIVE: LIONS WIN THEIR FIRST SERIES IN 12 YEARS, HUGO KEENAN EXCLUSIVE, FINN RUSSELL ON WHAT IT MEANS TO WIN WITH THE LIONS 15:14

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Alfie Reynolds brings you today's episode of Lions Uncaged after one of the most crazy Lions test matches in recent years which secured their first series win in 12 years. We hear from the match winner Hugo Keenan just 4 minutes after he scored the winning try, as well as from Andy Farrell on what it means to him and his team. Hosted on Acast. See …

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LIONS UNCAGED: 2ND TEST PREVIEW, ANDY FARRELL ON THE ENORMITY OF THE OCCASION, ANDREW PORTER ON STARTING, JOE SCHMIDT'S 6-2 BENCH 14:40

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Alfie Reynolds brings you today's edition of Lions Uncaged on the eve of the all important second test between the Lions and the Wallabies. Lions head coach Andy Farrell speaks about the enormity of the occasion playing in front of 90,000 at the MCG and Lions prop Andrew Porter explains what it means to start in a test for the Lions. Wallabies head…

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152 - Red Heifer Sacrifice, Are UFO's Demonic, and Lithium Mining in TX 1:33:01

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Thanks to our sponsor betterhelp. Visit betterhelp.com/NINJAS for 10% off your first month. This week on Ninjas Are Butterflies, we go full tinfoil hat—and honestly, it’s starting to fit perfectly. First up: The Red Heifer Prophecy. Is Israel finally ready to perform the ancient sacrifice needed to build the Third Temple? We break down the recent u…

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The ESPN-NFL Wedding, Hunter Biden Speaks, and Pat McAfee’s Apology 1:13:43

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel start the show with J-School, reexamining Zach Baron's interview on profile writing, before discussing the news of Hulk Hogan's death at the age of 71 (1:03). Next, they run through some headlines, including the possible marriage of ESPN and the NFL, what exactly is going on regarding the Epstein files, and Hu…

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LIONS UNCAGED: OWEN FARRELL NAMED ON THE BENCH FOR 2ND TEST, GARY RINGROSE RULES HIMSELF OUT & TOM WRIGHT EXPECTS A BIG WALLABIES PERFORMANCE 46:04

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Alfie Reynolds and Topsy Ojo bring you today's edition of the Lions Uncaged podcast as both Andy Farrell and Joe Schmidt revealed their Lions and Wallabies squads respectively for the all important second test live and exclusively on talkSPORT this weekend. One man that will be involved on Saturday is Andy Farrell's son, Owen, who has taken Marcus …

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LIONS UNCAGED: ALEX CUTHBERT TAKES US INSIDE THE HURT ARENA, JAC MORGAN ON THE COMPETITVENESS IN THE BACK ROW, PREVIEW SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT 45:35

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Alfie Reynolds brings you today's episode of Lions Uncaged on the eve of Andy Farrell's squad announcement ahead of the second test. We head inside the dressing room with Alex Cuthbert, during one of the most famous Lions speeches ever - The Hurt Arena... Alex was literally sweating in the studio as he reheard the speech! PLUS we look back at yeste…

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LIONS UNCAGED LIVE: LIONS BEAT FIRST NATIONS AND PASIFIKA XV WITH REACTION FROM ANDY FARRELL, BEN WHITE, BEN KAY AND KALANI THOMAS 15:15

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Alfie Reynolds brings you today's episode of Lions Uncaged Live following the Lions 24-19 win over the First Nations and Pasifika XV live on talkSPORT. Lions head coach Andy Farrell gave his reaction to the performance to talkSPORT after the match as did Lions scrum half Ben White and First Nations and Pasifika scrum half Kalani Thomas. Hosted on A…

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Headline Catch-Up: Colbert Is Canceled, NPR and PBS Are Defunded and FS1's Barstool Shake-Up. Plus, 25 for 25: NYT's David Marchese on the Future of Interviewing 1:33:29

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Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David discuss dueling theories on why Paramount decided to cancel 'The Late Show With Stephen Colbert,' NPR and PBS losing federal funding, The Wall Street Journal's Trump/Epstein scoop, and FS1's shake-up that leaves Joy Taylor out and 'Barstool Sports' in (8:42). Then, Bryan is joined by David Marchese of The New…

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LIONS UNCAGED: OWEN FARRELL NAMED CAPTAIN, EDDIE JONES ON THE WALLABIES & JAMIE GEORGE ON JOINING UP WITH THE SQUAD 41:42

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Alfie Reynolds brings you today's episode of Lions Uncaged and it is a busy one... Owen Farrell was named captain for tomorrow's match against the First Nations and Pasifika XV and he spoke to talkSPORT commentator Andrew McKenna earlier today. Former Wallabies head coach Eddie Jones explained what went wrong for Australia at the weekend PLUS Jamie…

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Edufuturists #301 This Much I Know About with John Tomsett 56:45

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In this episode of the podcast, we welcome John Tomsett, an experienced educator and author. John shares his journey from head teacher to educational consultant, emphasising the importance of understanding teaching through a global lens. The conversation delves into the significance of checking for understanding in the classroom, the challenges of …