Best Derrick Thompson Podcasts (2025)

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Reacting To The MASSIVE Steelers Trade + Interview With Pascal Groß | Not Just Football 53:55

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Cam Heyward and Hayden break down a massive Steelers trade that sent Minkah Fitzpatrick to Miami — and then welcome German soccer star Pascal Groß to talk about life in the Bundesliga, why he ditched social media, and how he became a diehard NFL fan.In this episode:🔥 Cam reacts live to the Minkah Fitzpatrick trade and why it’s bittersweet🏈 What add…

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What SNL Is ACTUALLY Like With Kenan Thompson | Not Just Football 1:12:42

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Comedy legend Kenan Thompson joins Cam and Hayden on Not Just Football to talk about life on Saturday Night Live, growing up an Atlanta sports fan, and the art of staying funny for two decades straight.In this episode: 🎭 Kenan shares his wildest behind-the-scenes SNL stories and favorite sketches of all time 🏈 His love for the Falcons & Knicks and …

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Untold NFL Stories With Legendary Linebacker Joey Porter | Not Just Football 1:23:47

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Steelers legend Joey Porter Sr. joins Cam Heyward and Hayden for a raw, hilarious, and brutally honest sit-down. From championship locker rooms to sideline fights and legendary beefs — JP doesn’t hold back. In this episode: 🏈 What made those early 2000s Steelers defenses so dangerous 🔥 The wildest trash talk moments — including when Joey almost too…

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Clutch Role Players vs Superstars: Making Sense of the Wildest Finals 1:02:04

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The basketball world is witnessing one of the most unexpected NBA Finals matchups in recent memory, and the Pick'em Pros are breaking down every angle of the Pacers-Thunder championship series. What started as a predicted gentleman's sweep has evolved into a legitimately competitive battle that has basketball fans divided on who will ultimately hoi…

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Detroit Lions' All-21st Century Team, With Dave Birkett 47:45

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Calvin Johnson, Matthew Stafford, Ndamukong Suh, and our own, Glover Quin, headline the Detroit Lions' All-21st Century Team, as complied by award-winning Lions' beat writer, Dave Birkett, who joins the show to discuss his selections.By Bleav

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Reacting To The Aaron Rodgers Signing With Pat Freiermuth | Not Just Football 38:35

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In this special episode of Not Just Football, Cam Heyward is joined by tight end Pat Freiermuth during his annual golf tournament at Sewickley Heights! The two dive into the blockbuster Aaron Rodgers signing and what it means for the Steelers' locker room, offense, and Super Bowl hopes. Pat shares his honest thoughts on Rodgers as a leader, his own…

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Haliburton a Superstar? Ray Wimley Freestyles + NC Rising Stars, Flag Football & Hoops 1:51:52

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Episode 137 at KINGS was unforgettable—where elite freestyle talent met the heart of North Carolina sports and community! 🎤 Special Guest: Ray Wimley Nationally recognized freestyle artist Ray Wimley turned the studio into a lyrical playground, sharing his creative process and delivering an incredible live freestyle packed with audience-suggested w…

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Ragnow Retires! Now What? 28:00

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Like Calvin Johnson and Barry Sanders before him, Frank Ragnow walks away from the NFL at the top of his game. His retirement sends shockwaves through the Detroit Lions organization as they try to pick up the pieces. Glover Quin can relate, and he breaks it down with Trevor Thompson, on this episode of, Bleav In Lions.…

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Jelly Roll on Overcoming Addiction & Unbelievable NFL Stories | Not Just Football 1:14:27

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In one of the most personal and powerful episodes yet, Cam Heyward and Hayden sit down with Jelly Roll — the Grammy-nominated country star with hip-hop roots and a story that hits deeper than most.In this episode:🎤 Jelly talks about going from jail cells to CMA red carpets🧠 Mental health, self-inventory, and how daily reflection helps him stay grou…

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OTA's Are Underway! Aidan Hutchinson is back on the Field! 29:56

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Aidan Hutchinson is back on the field, but how will handle OTA's? Glover Quin takes us inside the mind of the rookies, the vets, and recovering superstars, as OTA's get underway for the Detroit Lions. Glover also shares his secret to getting his competitive fix, while staying fit, now that training for the grind of the NFL season is behind him.…

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Untold Steeler Stories With Special Hall of Famer Dick Lebeau | Not Just Football 1:21:01

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Cam Heyward sits down with legendary coach/player Dick LeBeau for an episode that’s all about football, family, and decades of NFL wisdom. From stories of Troy Polamalu’s psychic plays to why the 2008 Steelers defense might never be topped, this one’s full of classic Steeler memories.In this episode: 🏈 How Coach LeBeau adapted to the modern NFL & w…

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SGA or Ant-Man: Who’s More Like MJ? | Pacers Respect | OKC 90's Bulls Comparison 1:07:55

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The NBA is entering a new era—and it feels legendary. 🔥 In this episode of Pick'em Pros, we break down the future of the league and draw bold comparisons between today’s stars and the GOAT himself, Michael Jordan. 🏀 Main Topics Covered: More Like MJ? – Is it Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or Anthony Edwards? We debate who channels Jordan’s game more: SGA’…

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Chapter 127: Everywhere and nowhere at the same time 34:37

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By Derrick Thompson

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Derrick Harmon on playing in Pittsburgh, Rookie Year Expectations, And More | Not Just Football 46:47

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Cam Heyward and Hayden welcome Steelers first round rookie Derrick Harmon to Not Just Football for his first big sit-down — and it’s full of draft night drama, rookie advice, hilarious college stories, and some brutal honesty about what it takes to make it in Pittsburgh. In this episode: ☎️ Harmon relives draft night and almost mistaking the Steele…

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When your favorite team falls, how do you pick a new champion? 1:20:22

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Death, taxes, and playoff injuries altering championship dreams. We dive into how the current wave of NBA injuries has reshaped this postseason's narrative. From Steph Curry's hamstring derailing Golden State's hopes to Jason Tatum's Achilles threatening Boston's championship path, we examine whether these setbacks have tainted the playoffs or simp…

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The Lions approach to the media, social media, and season ahead, with Director of Football Communications, Eamonn Reynolds 35:26

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The Detroit Lions will have 7 nationally televised games this season, 5 of them in prime time. What goes in to preparing the players and coaches for all the media attention that comes with that, while also preparing to win? And who does the team prepare their recent draft picks for dealing with the media and social media, now that they're in the NF…

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Reacting To The George Pickens Trade, & Special Guests Nick Herbig & Keeanu Benton | Not Just Football 1:01:43

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0:00 Reacting to the George Pickens trade 🔄 7:20 Recapping The Ireland Trip 🇮🇪 22:40 Keeanu Benton & Nick Herbig 🎙️ Cam Heyward and Hayden are back — and the George Pickens trade is the first thing on the table. From behind-the-scenes locker room reactions to crazy fan theories, they break down the trade and what it means for the Steelers. After th…

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Celtics & Cavs in 6! Warriors Done without Steph? OKC Finals Favorite 35:47

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Basketball fans — the NBA Playoffs have completely gone off the rails 😳 and the Pick'em Pros are here for ALL the smoke in this emergency episode! 🔥 Derrick is standing ten toes down on the Boston Celtics despite their shocking collapse and 0-2 hole. He says they're just “playing with their food” and confidently predicts 4 straight wins. But the cr…

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Miles Frazier: What should the Detroit Lions expect from the 5th Round Pick? w/ Blake Ruffino 22:14

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Welcome back to Bleav in Lions! Founder of AYS (Are You Serious) Sports and Co-host of the Ruffino and Joe Show, Blake Ruffino joins Trevor Thompson to discuss the Detroit Lions' draft pick, Miles Frazier. Blake is a Louisiana native and has watched Miles Frazier develop for 4 years at LSU. What kind of impact does Blake Ruffino see Miles Frazier h…

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Recapping The Steelers Rookie Class, Steelers Playing In Ireland, & More | Not Just Football 42:52

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Cam Heyward and Hayden go international in this special live episode of Not Just Football, filmed in Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪. From Steelers draft talk to Gaelic football confusion — this one’s got everything.In this episode:🏈 Cam breaks down the Steelers’ 2025 Draft class and why Ohio State defenders always end up in Pittsburgh🍻 Guinness vs Jameson, Iri…

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230: .410 Toms with 3D Custom Maps - Caleb Vansomeren 1:38:34

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Caleb started Elevated Research Designs and turns Topo maps into 3D physical prints which are phenomenally useful and great story telling pieces. We talk a few successful turkey hunts, almost body blasting a mega Tom at 3 feet, and then we dive into the Custom 3D Map creation process. Hope ya'll enjoy! @ElevatedResearchDesigns…

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Lakers Eliminated! Anthony Edwards Ascends | NBA Playoff Breakdown + Shedeur Sanders Draft Shock 1:09:31

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The Lakers are out—and Christopher “C-Pain” Davis has to face the music. In Episode 133, Derrick Thompson and C-Pain dive deep into the aftermath of L.A.'s first-round playoff exit at the hands of the surging Timberwolves. Did Chris stick by his pre-playoff predictions? Is this the end of the LeBron-led Lakers era? They also explore the rise of Ant…

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Bryant Browning Breaks Down Lions’ Pick Tyliek Williams 22:00

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Welcome to Bleav in Lions hosted by Trevor Thompson. Former Ohio State offensive guard and co-host of Bleav in Buckeyes, Bryant Browning, joins the show for an inside look at the Lions’ newest defensive tackle, Tyleik Williams. The two dive into Williams' college career, his fit in Detroit's scheme, and what his Buckeye background means for his NFL…

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Steelers Rookie Class, Shedeur Sanders Fall, & More With Special Steeler Guests | Not Just Football 1:42:40

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We're live from Tequila Cowboy in Pittsburgh for a special Not Just Football Draft Week episode! Cam Heyward and Hayden are joined by Steelers legends and current stars: Casey Hampton, Jaylen Warren, & Ryan Shazier.In this episode:🧠 Cam’s thoughts on the Steelers' 2024 draft picks 🔥 Shedeur Sanders after brutal draft fall🍗 Bone-in vs boneless wings…

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Dreams Signed, Slaps Landed, Legends Born | Pick'em Pros LIVE at KINGS 🎤🏀🏈⚾ 1:50:11

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Sports history was made at KINGS Raleigh as Pick’em Pros hosted an unforgettable night of dreams, commitments, and champions in the making! 🏆 ⭐ Highlights from Episode 132: 🥊 Inside Power Slap – Pro athlete Devin Jenkins joined us to reveal the technique, strength, and strategy behind this rapidly growing sport. 🏀 Historic Signing Ceremony – Jeremi…

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Analysis on Lions drafting Tyleik Williams with 28th pick 12:38

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Glover Quin and Trevor Thompson are BACK with a LIVE reaction to the Lions selection of Tyleik Williams in last nights 1st round of the 2025 NFL draft. They are excited about the prospect of bringing this guy into the team with what they view as a safe, but necessary pick that the franchise had to make, despite it now having the shine of some of th…

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Live From The NFL Draft: Untold Draft Stories, Sleeper Prospects, & More | Not Just Football 1:18:04

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In this special live episode of Not Just Football, Cam Heyward and Hayden take the stage in Green Bay during NFL Draft week to talk shop with NFL legends and surprise guests. What’s inside: – Cam’s honest thoughts on the Aaron Rodgers drama – Draft day flashbacks from Eric Armstead, Max Starks, and Cam himself – Wildest training camp fights, O-line…

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229: Spot and Stalk Turkeys - Vince Markwiese 1:30:56

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Vinny and I talk about a Turkey I recently spot and stalked on public land. We talk about the tactics and mistakes that play out often why trying to spot and stalk turkeys. We also randomly enough dive into a bit on parenting and getting your kids going in the right direction. Hope ya'll enjoy! @Snapback_outdoors or Vince Markwiese on the socials.…

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The Jets Were Wrong For This... + Damar Hamlin & Rome Odunze | Not Just Football 1:11:20

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REMINDER! 🚨 Our next episode will be IN GREEN BAY LIVE AT THE DRAFT 🎟️ LINK TO BUY TICKETS: https://events.voxmedia.com/not-just-football-green-bay Cam Heyward and Hayden return - diving into NFL drama, WrestleMania chaos, and hilarious behind-the-scenes stories. - Cam reacts to how the Jets handled Aaron Rodgers: “You made him fly across the count…

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Lions on the Clock: Draft Strategy, Undrafted Grit & Terrion Arnold’s Trajectory 33:15

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Welcome to Bleav in Lions, the number one destination for everything Detroit Lions! Former NFL safety Glover Quin and sports broadcaster Trevor Thompson break down everything happening in the world of Lions football. The two discuss the team’s offseason moves and bold predictions for the 2025 NFL Draft. What’s on the minds of draft prospects and un…

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🔥 NBA Playoff Predictions: 1st Round Breakdown, Finals Picks & Steph vs Jimmy Debate | Ep. 131 🔥 1:22:31

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The NBA Playoffs are here and Episode 131 of Pick’em Pros delivers the ultimate first-round predictions, bold hot takes, and passionate debates that NBA fans won’t want to miss! 🏀 Eastern Conference Breakdown Knicks vs Pistons: Unanimous support for New York Bucks vs Pacers: Can Milwaukee survive without a fully healthy Dame? Celtics vs Magic: Are …

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Seth Rollins Reveals WWE Secrets, Beef With CM Punk, & Truth About WrestleMania | Not Just Football 1:21:30

3M ago1:21:30

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WWE Superstar Seth Rollins joins Cam Jordan and Hayden for a can't-miss episode of Not Just Football. From the Bears' offseason moves to WrestleMania drama, Seth gets personal, opinionated, and brutally honest. – Seth's reaction to the Bears' offseason and draft strategy – Why Aaron Rodgers might be more like Seth than he admits – CM Punk, Roman Re…

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228: Archery, Crossbow, Gun Stats - Erik Tasker 2:07:56

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We get sidetracked with Turkey Hunting, but eventually come back to discuss Wisconsin Deer Harvest and Weapon statistics. It's fairly shocking how efficient crossbows are and the numbers don't lie. Hope ya'll enjoy the cast and go check out Erik at @Wiscobowhunting, and the Tailgate talk podcast!

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227: Weathered Oaks Game Calls - Matt Streim 1:22:25

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https://www.weatheredoaksgamecalls.com/ Matt Streim and I discuss how they make custom pot calls, what goes into it between the wood, the sound board, the striking surface, and striker and all the variations and combinations you can have and what those sound like. We also chat a bit on turkey hunting, calling, a few stories, and of course we have a…

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The Shedeur Sanders Debate + Wild NFL Stories With Saints' Cam Jordan 1:21:04

3M ago1:21:04

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Cam and Hayden catch up on the final four, Sheduer Sanders 'ball pat' drama, and the Minecraft movie. We also have a great interview with Saints Defensive End Cam Jordan, where they make it clear they are DIFFERENT people, they talk NFL stories, their top tier 2011 draft class, and so much more. Follow Us On Socials! https://linktr.ee/notjustfootba…

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Chapter 126: Where the sausage is made 29:07

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By Derrick Thompson

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Chapter 125: All the way in 29:43

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By Derrick Thompson

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Final Four Face-Off, Cooper Flags Place in Duke History, LeBron vs Steph 1:16:30

3M ago1:16:30

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Cooper Flagg's place in Duke basketball history hangs in the balance as the Blue Devils march toward a potential championship. Could he already rank as the third greatest Duke player ever with just one title? The Pick'em Pros debate his legacy against icons like Grant Hill and Christian Laettner while considering how his future NBA career might ret…

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Rich Eisen's Wild Steelers QB Prediction & His Craziest Sports Story 1:07:36

3M ago1:07:36

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Rich and Cam dive into everything from Michigan vs. Ohio State and the Connor Stalions drama to bold NFL Draft predictions and Aaron Rodgers maybe becoming a Pittsburgh Steeler. Rich opens up about his time at ESPN, wild interview stories, and why he doesn’t beef with athletes. Plus, they touch on the greatest "What ifs" in NFL history, and even so…

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The Aaron Rodgers Visit and special guest Jonnu Smith 1:07:23

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On this episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward we recap the visit from Aaron Rodgers and the media storm that came from it. Then we sat down with Jonnu Smith to talk about his incredible season and the Dolphins future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Cam Heyward

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226: Spartan Forge - Bill Thompson 1:15:32

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Bill is the founder of Spartan Forge which is a hunting tool that contains GPS Mapping Data, Weather, Deer Movement Prediction, Public/Private land boundaries, and much more. We discuss how he built the company, what some of the difficulties were and a look behind the curtain into the hunting influencer industry. Hope ya'll enjoy the cast! @Spartan…

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Breaking Barriers: Trailblazing Women in Sports and Business 1:42:09

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Sports culture comes alive in this electric episode of Pick'em Pros, recorded before an enthusiastic live audience at Kings in Raleigh. Celebrating International Women's Month, hosts Derrick and Diego Thompson bring together legends who have shattered glass ceilings alongside tomorrow's rising stars. The show opens with the undeniable presence of s…

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Breaking Down This Steeler Offseason + Mina Kimes and Bomani Jones Interviews | Not Just Football 1:18:47

4M ago1:18:47

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On this episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward, we are joined by a very special guests: Mina Kimes and Bomani Jones. But first, we discuss all the moves the Steelers have made, plus what they might do at QB. We break down the wild Bengals Moves, talk March Madness, and of course, get into more Love Is Blind. Learn more about your ad choices.…

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225: Developing a Blank Slate 40 - Brooks Chandler 1:19:00

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Brooks from (Midwestern bio Ag) and I discuss the new 40 acre piece he is developing by removing invasives, thickening up bedding areas, and adding in some great food and water sources. We specifically dive into the food plot topic in depth and Brooks is a wealth of knowledge here! Hope you all enjoy! @brookschandler…

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🔥 Duke's chances w/o Flagg, Joker Top 5 Big Man, Luka & JJ Won't Last, NFL Free Agency 🔥 1:16:42

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Basketball takes center stage as we dive headfirst into March Madness predictions, NBA MVP debates, and the ripple effects of NFL free agency. Our conversation kicks off with a scorching hot take: Nikola Jokić might already be a top-five big man in NBA history, with just two more championships potentially crowning him as the greatest ever—yes, even…

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Reacting To The DK Metcalf Trade With Adam Ray | Not Just Football 1:11:45

4M ago1:11:45

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We're recording from the stage at SxSW with comedian Adam Ray! In this episode, we dive into the Steelers recent moves, talk life as an athlete vs a comedian, and Adam does his hilarious impressions of Dr. Phil, Joe Biden, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Chapter 124: Daylight savings 39:27

4M ago39:27

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By Derrick Thompson

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Love Is Blind's Tyler Francis Reveals Everything | Not Just Football 53:07

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On this episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward, Tyler Francis from Love Is Blind (& Pittsburgh native) joins the show to talk about what it's like to be on a reality show, how his life has changed, and they talk some Steeler football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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From Bakeries to Legal Battles - The Curious Case of Ophelia Part TWO 1:22:18

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In this captivating episode of The Sleuth Podcast, host Jamie is joined by her friend Mica, the mastermind behind Mica's Sweets & Treats, a successful bakery in Raleigh. The duo dives into personal stories, including Mica’s journey of starting her bakery during the pandemic and winning awards for her delectable treats. The episode takes a serious t…

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Chapter 123: Get you a new jobbie job 35:57

4M ago35:57

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By Derrick Thompson