Best Climbing Nugget Podcasts (2025)

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EP 277: Something Different | Dr. Cate Shanahan — Vegetable Oils: History, Science, & How They Destroy Our Health 1:39:30

4d ago1:39:30

1:39:30

Dr. Cate Shanahan, MD, has been studying vegetable oils since 2002. We talked about her background in biochemistry and what plastics have to do with seed oils, Henry Ford’s role in the history of seed oils, fatty acid chemistry and oxidation, how to avoid parkinsons and improve your mental health, her thoughts on sugar, fruit, and juice, the Hatefu…

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The Final Return: Niko and Jimmy are Back, NBA and NHL Finals Set, Football Starvation | Episode 233 1:23:55

7h ago1:23:55

1:23:55

The boys are back and Niko is back from an even longer hiatus after crushing #PLL training camp! When you return in June that means it is time to break down the #NBAFinals after Haliburton and the Pacers sent the Knick's packing, and the epic rematch beginning in Edmonton for the #StanleyCup between the Panthers and the Oilers! As always we are sta…

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Thibs Shocking Firing & Thunder/Pacers Preview (w/ Rachel Nichols) 54:41

15m ago54:41

54:41

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into the surprise firing of Tom Thibodeau and question the motives behind letting a coach go that led the Knicks to their first conference finals in twenty five years. We also discuss the end of the NBA on TNT as the league goes to streaming, and preview the Finals matchup between the Thunder and Pacers Sponsored…

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The Knicks Need To Run It Back (w/ Fred Katz) 42:28

1d ago42:28

42:28

Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of The Athletic to talk about what the Knicks need to do after losing to the Pacers in the ECF, what Mitchell Robinson does for this team, the good and not so good of Karl-Anthony Towns, and how Jalen Brunson can become the best player in franchise history Sponsored by: Underdog Sports Must be 18 plus (19 plus in…

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Ant Edwards Playoff Struggles & Knicks Mix It Up (w/ Rachel Nichols) 53:06

7d ago53:06

53:06

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Ant Edwards passive game four performance and if he still has room to grow as a player at only twenty three years old. We also discuss the Knicks lineup changes against the Pacers, what the Mavs can expect from Cooper Flagg next season, and what we can anticipate from Giannis Antetokounmpo's upcoming meeting …

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EP 276: Brendan Baars — Developing ‘The Nooks’, How His Big Toe Saved His Life, & Choosing Adventure Over Grades 2:03:10

10d ago2:03:10

2:03:10

Brendan Baars is a boulderer from Grand Rapids, MI, who has spent the past seven years developing a new bouldering area called The Nooks in Ontario, Canada. We talked about what a day of developing looks like, his go-to gear, how his big toe saved his life, the untapped potential in Canada, the reward of establishing and sharing new climbs, undone …

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Dissecting That Crazy Pacers Comeback (w/ Rachel Nichols) 31:48

12d ago31:48

31:48

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the wild game ending comeback by the Pacers against the Knicks in game one, how Aaron Nesmith played at an an all star level down the stretch, the rampant flopping throughout the game, if Tyrese Haliburton's dad should be reinstated for the rest of the series, and more Sponsored by: LinkedIn Jobs Advertising …

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EP 275: To Send Hard Boulders Outside… Go Try Them A Lot — Steven Bergey (Patron Spotlight) 1:33:28

15d ago1:33:28

1:33:28

Steven Bergey started climbing at 31 and climbed his first V11 outside within four years. We talked about his projecting approach, the “outdoor gear”, suspending your disbelief until the magic happens, his diet and sleep routines, tips for climbing at night, the pivotal moments that change our lives forever, and more. The GRINDS Program 👉 thenugget…

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Ridin’ Solo: Conference Finals Recap with Jimmy Pallotto @FeOTBpod Episode 232 27:28

13d ago27:28

27:28

Jimmy is ridin’ solo this week on The Far End of the Bench! We’re breaking down the full slate of NBA and NHL Conference Finals action: • Thunder vs. Timberwolves – Is Ant the next face of the league, or will SGA steal the spotlight? • Pacers vs. Knicks – Grit, grind, and a whole lot of Brunson. Who punches their Finals ticket? • Stars vs. Oilers –…

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EP 274: Something Different | The Pitfalls of Nutrition Research, the Intersection of Health & Performance, & the Journey of Self-Love — Justin Nault (Nutritional Therapist) 3:13:26

16d ago3:13:26

3:13:26

Justin Nault is a nutritional therapist who has helped thousands of clients escape our broken healthcare system and reclaim their health. We talked about his previous life as a professional musician and his own health journey, as well as the origins of allopathic medicine, seed oils and the hydroelectric dam analogy, what’s wrong with rodent studie…

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Nuggets Window Closing & ECF Preview (w/ Mark Medina) 41:34

15d ago41:34

41:34

Chris Mannix is joined by Sportskeeda's Mark Medina to break down what moves the Nuggets have left with a talented yet shallow roster, what we can expect from a stacked Knicks/Pacers series, and the logistics of the Cavs keeping their championship window open by trading for Giannis Sponsored by: LinkedIn Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com…

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Wolves In WCF Again & Warriors Still Contenders (w/ Rachel Nichols) 44:56

18d ago44:56

44:56

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols convene for the first time since the crazy draft lottery and share their ideas for how they'd fix the lottery odds, Julius Randle proving his doubters wrong this postseason, why we're still high on the Warriors as contenders going forward, and what the Celtics should do as they wrestle with losing Jayson Tatum for al…

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The NBA & NHL Playoffs are WILD this Year | Episode 232 1:05:43

21d ago1:05:43

1:05:43

This week Niko will be embarking on yet another PLL season so we will have his thoughts on this week and then he will be off. Can the Nuggets push to a game 7? Where do the rest of the playoffs stand? Can Jimmy host on his own? All these will be answered #FeOTB #BenchTalk #StanleyCupPlayoffs #NBAPlayoffs #MileHighBasketball If you are looking to st…

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Inside The Most Dramatic Draft Lottery Ever (w/ Kevin Sweeney) 50:03

23d ago50:03

50:03

Chris Mannix and SI's Kevin Sweeney talk live in Chicago at the NBA draft combine about the shocking draft lottery that saw the Mavericks jump to the number one pick and in position to draft Cooper Flagg. We also break down how a potential Giannis trade fits into the drafts, which tanking teams need to make a trade to move up, and our thoughts on s…

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Shootout In the West | Nuggets and Thunder Split Again Series Tied 2-2 31:30

23d ago31:30

31:30

There isn’t much better than a back and forth battle between two team who feel disrespected. That is exactly what we are getting out of this Nuggets and Thunder series as both teams continue to trade blows. Denver has the advantage as we head to game 5 can they hold it together? #MileHighBasketball #Jokic #Thunder #NBA If you are looking to start a…

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EP 273: Facundo Langbehn — The WHY Behind Hard Climbing, the Goal of Intention, & His Approach to Improving 2:08:26

25d ago2:08:26

2:08:26

Facundo Langbehn is a Chilean-American boulderer and sport climber. We talked about sending his dream project The Nest V15, moving to Seattle, the WHY behind hard climbing, becoming the best version of yourself, his ideal training week, recovery tips, cardio, his optimistic view of climbing media, his goal to be intentional in all things, projectin…

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Celtics Implode Against The Knicks (w/ Jay King) 27:18

25d ago27:18

27:18

Chris Mannix talks to Jay King of The Athletic about the Celtics falling down 0-2 to the Knicks and how they've blown two twenty point leads, the less than stellar play of Jayson Tatum, the Hack-a-Mitchell strategy, and what could be the mystery illness inflicting Kristaps Porziņģis Sponsored by: LinkedIn LinkedIn.com/OPENFLOOR Advertising Inquirie…

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Follow-Up: Tony Yaniro & Randy Leavitt — Learning to Leavittate, the Equinox Photo, Near Death Experiences, & More 38:54

28d ago38:54

38:54

Old friends and climbing partners Tony Yaniro and Randy Leavitt join me for a nice, long listener Q&A and chat. This one was a blast. You can listen to the full thing by becoming a paid subscriber on Apple Podcasts or Patreon: patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingBy Randy Leavitt, Tony Yaniro

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A Huge Giannis Disagreement & Clippers Lackluster Ending (w/ Rachel Nichols) 41:17

26d ago41:17

41:17

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols take their Giannis trade disagreement even further after the Bucks first round defeat, Tyrese Haliburton using his player poll snub as playoff fuel, how Steph Curry's untimely injury will impact the Warriors, and what the Clippers should do after their completely healthy roster came up short in the first round Sponso…

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Aaron Gordon Appreciation Podcast | ⁠ Episode 230, Nuggets Playoffs, 2nd Round Recap 1:21:23

28d ago1:21:23

1:21:23

The Nuggets might have gotten killed in game 2, but we can still appreciate game 1 and look forward! Plus we will recap all semifinals series across the NBA and NHL and we finally reveal how we like our NFL draft and debate why Sheduer Sanders fell. If you are looking to start a live stream or a podcast use our link and get started today! Want to c…

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EP 272: Something Different | Should We Be Drinking Fluoride? — Dr. Frank Zelko (Environmental Historian) 2:17:52

1M ago2:17:52

2:17:52

How important is fluoride for preventing cavities? And is it safe for us and our kids? Dr. Frank Zelko joins the show to tackle these questions. Dr. Zelko is a professor at the University of Hawaii and has a PhD in environmental history. He is currently working on a book about the history of water fluoridation and the latest research regarding its …

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INSTANT Game 7 Reactions! | @FeOTBpod 42:52

1M ago42:52

42:52

The two most stressful words in sports #Game7 will there be smiles or tears? Laughter or heartache? Knowing us probably both. If you are looking to start a live stream or a podcast use our link and get started today! Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5075350603956224…

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The GREATEST Playoffs of All Time | Episode 229 1:08:56

1M ago1:08:56

1:08:56

What a time to be a sports fanatic! The NBA and NHL playoffs have been amazing and we will have more to talk about with the Avs and Nuggs following tonight’s action! Plus we have teams onto round 2 and fallout of the NFL Draft catch it all #live #BenchTalk #Benchwarmer #MileHighBasketball #GoAvsGo If you are looking to start a live stream or a podc…

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EP 271: Thoughts on Kaizen's Episode, & My New Podcast "Something Different" 14:05

1M ago14:05

14:05

In this solo episode, I share a few thoughts on my episode with Kaizen Asiedu. I also talk about where I get my news, the state of legacy media, and plans for my new podcast, "Something Different".By Steven Dimmitt

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Rockets Not Ready Yet & The Giannis Conundrum (w/ Rachel Nichols) 46:32

1M ago46:32

46:32

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Jimmy Butler's takeover against the Rockets in game 4 and if the Rockets bright future should include Jalen Green. We also get into JJ Redick playing his starting five for the entire second half of Game 4 and if and where Milwaukee should trade Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason following Damian Lillard's d…

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EP 270: Bob Wells — The Ultimate Vanlife Guide: How to Live Cheap, Comfortable, and Free on the Road 1:21:07

1M ago1:21:07

1:21:07

Bob Wells (CheapRVLiving) is the ultimate vanlife guru. Bob has been living in vehicles full-time since 2008 and has helped thousands of others escape the 9-5 grind through his YouTube Channel and website. We talked about his life before the road, the vehicles he’s lived in, the best budget options he’s found, essentials for $100 or less, heating s…

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Instant Playoff Reaction: Nuggets and Avalanche Look to Climb Out of 2-1 Holes | Feat. Dom Pallotto 42:10

1M ago42:10

42:10

Tonight can either go really well or really poorly, either way we will bring you our live reaction to all the action! We will start with the Avs and bring on longtime guest Dom Pallotto to get his feeling on the series hopefully being tied. Then Niko and Jimmy will assess where the Nuggets are and where they can go from here. Be sure to #subscribe …

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Oh Captain My Captain: Avalanche Game 3 Reaction, Playoff Analysis+The NFL Draft | Episode 228 2:02:26

1M ago2:02:26

2:02:26

The sports calendar is buzzing and the boys are staying up late to cover it all! Hear the raw reaction from the outcome of game 3 between the Avs and Stars, plus Daren Briare from @FatboyFadeaway to discuss the NBA playoffs and the NFL Draft! Make sure to follow and subscribe join the Hype Bench! Become a Benchwarmer! If you are looking to start a …

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Anonymous Poll Drama & Bucks In Trouble (w/ Rachel Nichols) 44:35

1M ago44:35

44:35

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Rick Carlisle's comments about Tyrese Haliburton being named the league's most overrated player in an anonymous player poll, Luka trying to chase Rudy Gobert in the Lakers game 2 win, the Knicks having a tougher time against the Pistons than many thought, and what the Bucks will do in the offseason if they lo…

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Rockets Horrible Game 1 & Knicks Big Run (w/ Fred Katz) 47:33

1M ago47:33

47:33

Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of the Athletic to discuss if more changes are coming in Atlanta after the dismissal of GM Landry Fields before breking down the Rockets awful performance in game one against the Warriors, the Wolves packing up the Lakers in Los Angeles, and if the Pistons can adjust after a game one loss to the Knicks Sponsored …

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EP 269: The King of the Board Lords on Projecting Tactics, Protein, & Climbing 4 Hours Every Day — Sean Houchins-McCallum (sean911) 2:08:07

2M ago2:08:07

2:08:07

Sean Houchins-McCallum is the top-ranked climber on the Tension Board 2. We talked about growing up in Iowa, his obsession with board climbing, his insane training schedule, his ultimate board project, why we haven’t seen V15+ on the boards, projecting tactics, how changing his diet allowed him to jump up two grades, his home made pre-workout, TB2 …

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The Most Anticipated First Round Match Ups (w/ Rachel Nichols) 32:17

2M ago32:17

32:17

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down their most anticipated first round playoff series including: The two close to call matchup between the Nuggets and Clippers, what players need to step up for the Rockets in order to beat the playoff tested Warriors, how the Wolves will fare against the re tooled Lakers, the sure to be brawl between the Kni…

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Our NBA Awards Go To... (w/ Rachel Nichols) 55:21

2M ago55:21

55:21

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the disastrous media session held by Nico Harrison and the Mavs front office before revealing who we voted for the MVP, Most Improved Player, Coach of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, and more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircl…

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Sports Takes Unlike Any Other: Rory Wins Masters, Wrestlemania Week, Playoffs are Set | Episode 227 2:17:44

2M ago2:17:44

2:17:44

The biggest weekend of the sports entertainment calendar is going to the home of the best entertainment on this planet... Las Vegas. Allegiant Statiud will be rocking, and Niko will even get a personal view of the festivities since he is now attending back-to-back Wrestlemania Events. Before getting into the fun stuff, we have to preview both the N…

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Key Playoff Difference Makers (w/ Mark Medina) 33:09

2M ago33:09

33:09

Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina to discuss the Suns firing head coach Mike Budenholzer before discussing what players will be key difference makers including Jayson Tatum, Evan Mobley, Giannis, Russell Westbrook, and more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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EP 268: Tess Driessens — Tools for Chronic Pain, Learning to Move Effortlessly, & Three Sentences That Will Change Your Life 2:39:35

2M ago2:39:35

2:39:35

Tess Driessens is a professional climbing coach and lives with chronic pain. We talked about getting diagnosed with five herniated discs from a cliff jumping accident, tools for chronic pain, why hope can be negative, finding true acceptance, meditation, Alexander Technique and Feldenkrais Method, finding happiness within, why love is the key to li…

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Luka Returns To Dallas & Michael Malone's Firing (w/ Rachel Nichols) 45:09

2M ago45:09

45:09

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into the good and bad of Luka's return to Dallas, the shocking firing of Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone, why we have some doubts about the title hopes for the Thunder this season, and the suns officially being eliminated from the playoff picture Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. …

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Unbreakable: Ovechkin's New Record, The Most Controversial Podcast in the World+March Madness Ends | Episode 226 1:28:37

2M ago1:28:37

1:28:37

When one door closes, another opens! After hosting our show through another platform we have now made the switch to a #Podbean podcast! In our first episode of the new era we talk about Alexander Ovechkin scoring 895 career goals and breaking Wayne Gretzky's record, the Nuggets have fired Michael Malone and Calvin Booth, plus Houston falls just sho…

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Unpacking A Hectic Lakers Season (w/ Dan Woike) 46:12

2M ago46:12

46:12

Chris Mannix sits down with Dan Woike of the LA Times to discuss the state of the Lakers after a dominant win over the Oklahoma City Thunder and how Austin Reaves has looked like a border line all star, LeBron settling into a different role every night, and Luka Doncic preparing to play his first game back in Dallas Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy M…

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EP 267: Keith Baar & Natalie Gilmore — The Secret to Strong & Healthy Fingers, & Exciting New Science 1:23:14

2M ago1:23:14

1:23:14

Dr. Keith Baar is a leading expert in tendon and ligament engineering and repair. Natalie Gilmore is a PhD student focused on climbing-specific research. We talked about the results of their recent retrospective study, exciting new science, why “Abrahangs” improve force transfer, why progressively overloading them is a bad idea, protocols for finge…

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What Really Happened: The Luka Doncic Trade 38:15

2M ago38:15

38:15

Chris Mannix talks to ESPN's Tim MacMahon and author of the new book 'The Wonder Boy: Luka Doncic and the Curse of Greatness' about led to the team deciding to trade him, small moves made by the team that may have sped up their decline in their relationship with the star, and more Get your copy of 'The Wonder Boy: Luka Doncic and the Curse of Great…

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EP 266: The 100-Day Climbing Experiment — Connor Bodin (Patron Spotlight) 29:23

2M ago29:23

29:23

Connor Bodin climbed 30 minutes per day for 100 consecutive days to boost his endurance, and it worked. His critical force went from 30% of bodyweight to an impressive 44% of bodyweight, and his climbing standard went from 5.11+ to 5.12+. In this Patron Spotlight, Connor shares exactly what he did during the 100-day experiment, what he learned, wha…

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The Grizzlies Surprise Firing of Taylor Jenkins 36:31

2M ago36:31

36:31

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss why the Grizzlies fired head coach Taylor Jenkins right before the start of the playoffs and the year long changes that led to his dismissal. We also discuss how the Lakers remaining schedule could find them in the play in, and the leagues plan to create their own euro league Advertising Inquiries: https://re…

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LeBron's Pat McAfee Rebuttal & Playoff Implications (w/ Rachel Nichols) 52:05

2M ago52:05

52:05

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss LeBron James sitting down with Pat McAfee on ESPN for 90 minutes as the conversation around him and Stephen A drags on. We also discuss if the Warriors have shown they are a contender in the west with Jimmy Butler, if the Mavericks should focus on tanking out of play in contention, the Lakers regressing defen…

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How Far Can The Knicks Really Go? (w Alan Hahn) 32:54

2M ago32:54

32:54

Chris Mannix is joined by MSG's Alan Hahn to discuss the good but puzzling New York Knicks can beat the Celtics, successfully pair Karl Anthony Towns with a healthy Mitchell Robinson, and if Thibs should give the bench more minutes Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 years or older…

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EP 265: Katie Lambert Returns — How to Eat on a Climbing Day, Ingredients to Avoid, Nutrition on a Budget, Farm-to-School, & More 2:18:38

2M ago2:18:38

2:18:38

Katie Lambert is an accomplished all-around climber with a master's in nutrition. We talked about how to get more value out of climbing trips, her training and cold plunge routine, perimenopause, her 40:30:30 approach to nutrition, how to eat on a climbing day, ingredients to avoid, go-to carb sources, eating healthy on a budget, her non-profit Sac…

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Celtics Sell For Record Price & PHX's Booker Question (w/ Rachel Nichols) 48:42

3M ago48:42

48:42

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the Boston Celtics selling for a record $6.1 billion and if the tv rights bubble will cause this number to stand for awhile. We also discuss the Milwaukee Bucks sputtering offensive output, if the Knicks will make it to the conference finals, and what the Suns will do as a play in appearance looks unlikely…

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Can The Cavs Reach 70 Wins? (w/ Chris Fedor) 37:10

3M ago37:10

37:10

Chris Mannix talks about people claiming Shai Gilgeous-Alexander foul baiting on his way to MVP before he's joined by Chris Fedor from the Cleveland Plain Dealer about the team surpassing everyones expectations this season as unselfish basketball, the continued development of Evan Mobley, and a major deadline move has them on their way to 70 wins A…

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EP 264: Tony Yaniro — The Grand Illusion, Tin Foil Training, & Leslie Gulch Chipping Drama 1:55:58

3M ago1:55:58

1:55:58

Tony Yaniro is a climbing legend and the first-ever person to redpoint a 5.13b with his ascent of The Grand Illusion in 1979. We talked about his early years, handmaking cams in his garage, developing The Needles, inventing the first campus board, training for 5.14 using tin foil, the controversy of chipping routes at Leslie Gulch, his legendary ho…

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LeBron vs. Stephen A. & Den/OKC Throw Down (w/ Rachel Nichols) 48:19

3M ago48:19

48:19

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols LeBron James on court confrontation of Stephen A Smith over comments about Bronny Jr and Stephen A's ongoing response. We also discuss the possible western conference finals preview between the Nuggets and Thunder, the case for J. B. Bickerstaff for coach of the year, and Zion Williams playing all NBA basketball in h…

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