Best Brandon Pope Podcasts (2026)

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Mr-Do-It-All Jim Graven is turning over Steepleton to the next generation of Gravens 5:19

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Always love speaking with Jim Graven, the hardest working man in Louisville. When he's not helping first responders or snowplowing most of St. Matthews, he's working with his son Gunnar and daughter Allison at the family business Steepleton. The company was founded in 1910 and is the second oldest retailer of billiard tables in the United States. T…

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A Slice of Magic brings BUDDY AUGUST back to the studio 9:58

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Legendary magician Buddy August, 78 years young, back to the WHAS studios where he tricked Terry Meiners AGAIN! Sidney Lee's SLICE OF MAGIC show is this Thursday at Mercurio's Music & Bistro Bar in Hikes Point. Sidney and Buddy have detailsBy NewsRadio 840 WHAS (WHAS-AM)

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Dr. Larry Benz on exercise "Stop counting minutes, start counting intensity..." 8:37

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Pro Rehab founder Dr. Larry Benz cites a recent study that dispels outdated concepts about exercise duration versus bursts of intensity. Dr. Benz and Terry Meiners unpack the concept and overview issues relation to dehydration. Happy New Exercise Regimen!By NewsRadio 840 WHAS (WHAS-AM)

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"Santa" Dan McDonnell says 2026 Louisville baseball is set to fly high like reindeer 13:29

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University of Louisville baseball coach Dan McDonnell and his wife Julie are celebrating 20 years in Louisville. The McDonnell's were secretly paying Wal-Mart customers' Christmas bills but social media unmasked their heartwarming efforts. Coach McDonnell has high expectations from his next squad of Louisville Cardinals, expecting them to be ranked…

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WOF 523: The Grammar of Assent (10 of 12) 21:03

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An Essay in Aid of a Grammar of Assent was Newman's most difficult work. While not a formal epistemology (theory of knowledge), Newman prompted a movement away from modern epistemology, stressing certainty that is best found in logic and mathematics, to common sense epistemology, affirming truth that is not absolutely certain. Bishop Barron explain…

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Great Books and the AI Apocalypse (w/ Matt Dinan) [Teaser] 5:57

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. We were excited to record and share this conversation with Matt Dinan, a professor who teaches in a Great Books program at St. Thomas University, a liberal arts college in New Brunswick, Canada. It brings together longtime preoccupations of the show — Saul Bello…

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Alternate Cancer Perspectives: Apricot Seeds and B17 – A Conversation with John Richardson Jr. 1:10:04

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I sat down with John A. Richardson Jr. for a conversation exploring alternate cancer perspectives, the history of Vitamin B17, also known as amygdalin, and how these ideas have been discussed over time. John shares his personal background, the work of his father, Dr. John A. Richardson MD, and how these experiences shaped his interest in nutrition,…

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Caitlin Clark on New Nike Ad, Signature Shoe & Fantasy Punishments + Week 18 Preview | EP 173 1:29:52

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Nike! On today’s episode, we are welcoming back to the show WNBA Superstar, Caitlin Clark! Caitlin and the guys get her thoughts on what went into creating her new Nike commercial, what she’s planning for her first signature shoe, her reaction to Jason dunking, how she’s feeling ge…

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Bothsidesism Isn't What You Think 1:07:03

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Holy Post Media is no stranger to accusations of both-sidesism. Skye and Kaitlyn talk about why they believe pointing it out on both sides isn't simple equivocation or conflict-avoidance, but instead a responsibility… depending on the context. Holy Post Plus: Ad-Free Version of this Episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/147007166/ 0:00 - Intro 0:5…

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The Mincing Rascals 12.30.25: U.S. and Chicago politics, Bears stadium progress in 2026

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The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, recently retired newsman Steve Bertrand, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The group kicks things off with a wide-ranging discussion on American politics, President Trump’s recent actions, public perception of the economy, and why many vot…

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WOF 522: What's It Like to Be a Catholic Bishop? 42:15

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St. Pope John Paul the II memorably observed that the Catholic Church comes from the eucharist and that the eucharist, in turn, comes from priests. As Bishop Barron noted in a recent letter to his diocese, "by an inescapable logic [therefore] no priests, no Church." We should add, however, that priests come from bishops, which expands the ecclesial…

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701: Mailbag! Decompressing, Demonology, & Dreams for 2026 1:10:15

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We've reached the end of 2025, so we thought it's a good time to answer questions from the Holy Post community. Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn cover a wide assortment of issues, from how they decompress after a difficult podcast, and how they pick which politicians to interview, to their favorite movies, and who is best at changing a tire. They also tackl…

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Kylie Kelce on Kid Meltdowns, Dude Gift Advice, Japanese Maples & New Heights Secret Santa | EP 172 1:30:21

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Nike. Today, we are joined by the only 4x guest in the history of New Heights, Kylie Kelce! For our holiday spectacular episode, the New Heights team exchanges their Secret Santa gifts, Kylie joins us to recap what she’s been up to since being dethroned as our most viewed episode, …

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The Mincing Rascals 12.23.25: The Trump Administration, 60 Minutes and Chicago Bears’ threat to relocate

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The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, recently retired newsman Steve Bertrand, and multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope’s Screening Room. The Rascals open the podcast with Steve Bertrand’s return to the panel and have a candid discussion about what it’s li…

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UNLOCKED: Trump's Big, Beautiful Ballroom (w/ Kate Wagner) 1:01:10

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This episode originally aired November 17, 2025 on Patreon — we're unlocking it as a holiday treat. If there's a Trump-era topic that manages to fascinate without being entirely depressing, it's probably the ongoing arguments about architecture that his ascension has occasioned. Proponents of a RETVRN to the architectural ideals of ancient Greece a…

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Paul Rudd on Why Jack Black is The Best, Worst Auditions, Chiefs Fandom & Naming Your Nuts | EP 171 48:39

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92%ers, welcome to another guest episode of New Heights! Today we are joined by actor, Chiefs Fan, and the first guest we ever had on the show, Paul Rudd! Paul and the guys discuss everything from why Jack Black is the absolute best, our new favorite phrase ‘Buffalo Sober,’ Kelce home movies, if Paul knows ball, why he still has joy for the Chiefs,…

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WOF 521: The Philosophical Habit (9 of 12) 22:19

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Newman believed that a liberal arts education would instill a philosophical habit of mind in students, helping students reason to the foundational principles of every discipline and see how everything fits together. The philosophical habit of mind distinguishes between significance and triviality, helping society and individuals order everything to…

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Shark Tank, Burnout & A 10-Week Sabbatical Saved Our Family (2025 Reflection) | Margaret Floyd Barry 56:46

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2025 was a year of deep internal shifts. Margaret and I weren’t chasing big external milestones like the year before, yet something far more lasting took place. Margaret stepped away from her work for a full 10-week sabbatical and fully exited her professional life during that time. From there, everything began to change for her, for me, and for ou…

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Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg reflects on 2025 and projects for 2026 11:23

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Louisville's mayor popped by WHAS Radio with Terry Meiners to chat about the year that was and the year ahead. Mayor Craig Greenberg discussed his running regimen, personal work ethic, and pursuing business edges for Louisville versus other cities. Public safety, housing, refitting vacant buildings, and expanding parks and libraries are all underwa…

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Is Home Alone a Top 5 Christmas Movie? ft. Kylie Kelce | New Heights Film Club 37:47

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On this edition of New Heights Film Club, we are joined by Kylie Kelce to review the 1990 Christmas classing "Home Alone." The Kelces debate if this is a top 5 Christmas movie of all time, if Peter McCallister is the worst movie dad of all time, and who is the "Kevin" of the Kelce family. New Heights airs every Wednesday during the NFL Season so ma…

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Downtown Louisville is WINNING AGAIN! with big plans for the years ahead 7:32

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The Queen of Downtown Louisville Rebecca Fleischaker, executive director of the Louisville Downtown Partnership, reflects on a robust year for downtown Louisville business and tourism. She profiles the roadmap to extend growth in the years ahead.By NewsRadio 840 WHAS (WHAS-AM)

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Rep. Andy Barr on today's inflation news, obamacare wrasslin' match, Trump speech, more 9:34

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Whole Foods Isn't Enough: How Microplastics Infected Our Lives (What to Do About It) | Daniel Powers 47:57

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You’ve heard me talk a lot about food. Nose-to-tail, organ meats, ancestral living. But the truth is, we’re now dealing with stuff our ancestors never had to face. Microplastics are in our water, in our food, even in our blood. And that means we need to bring in new tools. Dan Powers is the founder of Utzy Naturals. He’s a husband, a father of five…

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The Mincing Rascals 12.17.25: Bovino returns, budget battle, Rob Reiner

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The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and the The Last Ward, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week the Rascals begin the podcast talking about Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino returning to the Chicago area. The …

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The Beasman is thrilled UK beat Injianner but that evil Slick Rick is next! 4:38

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The Beasman can hardly take time to celebrate the Kentucky Wildcats huge win over Indiana because he's fretting that Slick Rick is conjuring up trickerations to bamboozle naive Mark Pope in the next game. COME ON POPE! Don't mess up this one our Cat fans will chase you out of Lexington FOR GOOD!By NewsRadio 840 WHAS (WHAS-AM)

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Beasman worries about Pitino outthinking Pope this weekend 4:14

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The Beasman is thrilled that Tennessee crushed U of Smell, the 2nd S.E.C. squad to beat Louisville. But Beasman is really scared that Slick Rick Pitino is going to use mind games to outfox Mark Pope in this weekend's matchup of the beloved Kentucky Wildcats vs. Pitino's Saint John Gotti I-talian thugs.…

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BEHIND THE VEIL - Tim Malone's amazing story of recovery and discovery 21:11

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Successful businessman Tim Malone found himself spiraling into the depths of an opioid addiction that lasted seven years. Entwined in a failing marriage and burdened by the pressure of maintaining his $400 million business, Tim turned to opioids to numb his pain. His descent into addiction led to an unexpected romance with Denise, a relationship th…

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700: What Every Christian Can Learn from A.A. with John Ortberg 1:24:41

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Last weekend was filled with terrible news, including a mass shooting in Australia, another at Brown University, and the murder of Rob Reiner and his wife. Mike Erre joins Phil and Skye to discuss these events and why rediscovering the biblical practice of lament is better than just "thoughts and prayers." The Catholic Church has taken a nuanced an…

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Chiefs' Streak Ends, Mahomes Injury, Rivers Reactions, Eagles Blowout & Playoff Predictions | EP 170 55:13

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Allstate! On today’s episode, Travis gets candid about the end of the Chiefs playoff hopes, the Mahomes injury, and how he’s approaching the last three games of the season. We also react to the Eagles blowing out the Raiders, Grandpa Rivers making his first start since 2020, break …

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Black professor Wilfred Reilly "Lies My Liberal Teacher Taught Me" 10:50

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Kentucky State University Professor Dr. Wilfred Reilly dismantles the liberal narratives of white supremacy and the warped view that American slavery is the center of today's struggles in minority communities. Great conversation on reparations, Civil War realities, and global slavery practices that were eradicated by the British and American forces…

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Hunter Cantwell's Christian Academy football team just won its 4th consecutive championship 11:15

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Hunter Cantwell grew up in Paducah, walked on at the University of Louisville under Coach Bobby Petrino, started a bowl game for UofL, and eventually made it to the NFL. He's been coaching the Christian Academy of Louisville Centurions for 6 years and has won the 3A state championship for the past four seasons. He has an amazing story to tell and m…

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What We Got Wrong (and Right) about the Right in 2025 [Teaser] 6:28

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. As the end of the year approaches, we wanted to look back at another year of trying to understand the American right—what we got wrong, what we got right, and what to expect in 2026. The conversation begins with the cracks showing in Trump's coalition, his plumm…

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WOF 520: Defending Religious Freedom 36:35

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Religious freedom, especially for Christians, is under attack across the globe, including in the West–including right here in the United States. Whether insidiously in the form of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs that block Christians from employment and advancement opportunities, or, overtly, like vandalism against churches, or, in some p…

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Mike "Old Man" Bailey on building a new life by rebuilding cabins and barns 19:10

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Life & Legacy discussion between Matt Jones and Terry Meiners 49:25

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Episode 26 of the podcast INTERRUPTED by Matt Jones features Terry Meiners in an enlightening and emotional conversation.By NewsRadio 840 WHAS (WHAS-AM)

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LMPD Foundation exec director Rebecca Grignon Reker on its mission and value 8:14

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The Louisville Metro Police Foundation executive director Rebecca Grignon Reker, whose police officer husband was killed on duty, discusses the mission and value of this critical support system for local law enforcement officers. Rebecca has since remarried and continues the foundation's work to bolster the emotional and financial health of law enf…

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St. X's Paul Colistra on the school's new $8 million sports complex 9:11

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Saint Xavier High School announced an $8 million project called the Will Wolford Football Center, a full sports complex to replace 1970s-era infrastructure. The school's president, Paul Colistra, details the new facility and other updates on the health of Louisville's five-times winner of the prestigious National Blue Ribbon designation.…

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Derby City Chamber Music Festival's "Judas Maaccabeus" set for December 17 8:04

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The Derby City Chamber Music Festival performs Handel's "Judas Maccabeus" at The Temple on December 17. It's a new inclusive tradition for Hanukkah. The Louisville Orchestra's Nicholas Finch is the artistic director for Derby City Chamber Music Festival and discussed the show with Terry Meiners on WHAS. Support for the festival came from The Temple…

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The Mincing Rascals 12.11.25: Budget drama, robot delivery, Madigan seeks pardon

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The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward, and multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope’s Screening Room. The ‘kids table’ Rascals begin the podcast by breaking down the last drama surrounding the C…

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Why I NEVER Cheat on Keto: How Discipline, Fat & Focus Unlocks a "Savage" Life | Robert Sikes 47:47

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There’s something about building from the floor up that changes a person. For Robert Sikes, that’s not a metaphor. He and his wife Crystal literally slept on the floor of a warehouse while starting their business. I remember meeting him early in Pluck’s journey, before this podcast even existed, and feeling the conviction behind everything he share…

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Rand Paul will answer any question except one 17:42

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Senator Rand Paul joined Terry Meiners to discuss his healthcare marketplace savings accounts proposal, which would force better pricing from insurance companies. Senator Paul also discussed his elastic relationship with President Donald Trump. They disagree on certain things and the senator is backing a Trump antagonist running for re-election. Th…

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Louisville's famed Fete de Noel brings the FA LA LA and the LA LA LA! 9:09

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Jeanne Hilt from Paristown and Eloise Eifler popped by to celebrate Fete de Noel, the city's premiere Christmas festival. Eloise even brings the famed sheep of Blacklion Vodka, who'll be available for photo ops with everyone at Paristown. Listen for dates and details.By NewsRadio 840 WHAS (WHAS-AM)

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How did Louisville's tourism stack up in 2025? 9:21

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Kentucky Venues CEO David Beck thanks his team for an incredible year of event management at Kentucky International Convention Center and Kentucky Expo Center, named the busiest convention venue in America.By NewsRadio 840 WHAS (WHAS-AM)

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Mincing Rascals update from John Williams

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John is on vacation, but provides an update on this week’s podcast recording. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7850287/12-10-25_Mincing_Rascals_Teaser_2025-12-09-212927.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts The Mincing Rascals U.S., Chicago politics, Bears stadium progress in 2026 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 60 Minutes and Chicago Bears’ threat to reloc…

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699: The Limits of Liberalism & Punishing Immigrants with Matthew Soerens 1:32:32

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Two writers from the New York Times say the liberal values that have flooded our culture with online gambling, pornography, and cannabis have backfired, but secular progressives, like Ezra Klein, admit that they don't have a framework for explaining why. Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn discuss the benefits and limitations of liberalism as a political and s…

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Chiefs and Eagles Frustrations, Philip Rivers Returns and Kelce Hygiene | EP 169 48:03

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by YETI! On today’s episode, we recap a frustrating week of football for the Chiefs and Eagles. Travis shares his candid thoughts on the loss to the Texans, and Jason lets us know why the Eagles had him saying “FML.” We also react to the breaking news about Phillip Rivers, watch a chi…

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Episode 120: The Pope Lick Monster 54:15

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EPIDSODE 120: THE POPE LICK MONSTER WITH JAY B. KALAGAYANTonight Kat, Jen, and Christina welcome back Jay Kalagayan, the writer of the new graphic novel THE GOAT: POPE LICK CREEK MONSTER, a new cryptid adventure horror comic book with illustrations by Ethan Pope. FOLLOW AND GET JAY’S COMICS HERE: www.messedcomics.comhttps://www.facebook.com/MeSseDC…

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Louisville Mayor declares today TERRY MEINERS DAY 18:43

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Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg popped by the WHAS Radio studio to declare December 8, 2025 as Terry Meiners Day, an honor awarded to acknowledge Terry's 40th anniversary as afternoon host on WHAS. Thanks, Mayor!By NewsRadio 840 WHAS (WHAS-AM)

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Christmas is canceled again after Gonzaga thumps UK - The Beasman 4:37

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The Beasman wants to blow out all UK coaches during these dark days where the Kentucky Wildcats can't seem to beat anybody. He'd like Santa Claus to bring a DIY lobotomy kit for Christmas! NILs Down! NILs DOWN!By NewsRadio 840 WHAS (WHAS-AM)

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SPORTS BROS with Joe Lincoln on Indiana's amazing football path 11:11

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The SPORTS BROS, 9-year-old George and 11-year-old Theo Lawrence, dive into Louisville basketball's big win over Indiana. Joe Lincoln, an IU grad, joined in to describe the atmosphere at IU's huge victory over Ohio State in the Big 10 Championship. HOOSIER DADDY!By NewsRadio 840 WHAS (WHAS-AM)