Best Duncan And Stuff Podcasts (2025)

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Stephanie Duncan Smith: When efficiency eats creativity 31:16

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1d ago31:16

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AI is everywhere—and for writers, it’s confusing. Is it a genius creativity hack or the end of creativity as we know it? In part two of my conversation with executive editor Stephanie Duncan Smith, we wrestle with the real questions writers face: What’s gained when AI speeds up the process? And what’s lost when we outsource creativity to machines? …

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Week 3 Gambling Picks + Dolphins vs Bills 19:57

6d ago19:57

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Send us a text Matt Hamm is back to give out all the bets the crew has locked in for the week. From game lines to PrizePicks to DFS lineups, we break down where our money is going and why. If you’re looking for plays to back this weekend—whether straight bets, props, or daily fantasy stacks—this episode has you covered -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter: ht…

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What you Need to Know for Week 3 1:27:48

6d ago1:27:48

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Send us a text Matt Hamm and The Craft Man break down everything you need to know heading into Week 3 of the NFL season. We cover who should be in your fantasy lineups (and who shouldn’t), dive into the latest gambling odds, and share our expectations for how each game script will play out. Whether you’re chasing fantasy points or betting slips, th…

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Lightning round: Six quick takes on Grenon-NZME, Stuff vs the cops, RNZ’s troubles + more 45:29

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Glen Kyne rejoins The Fold to smash through six of the biggest stories in media, all in six minutes or less (at least in theory). Kyne and Duncan Greive discuss the much larger shareholding Jim Grenon has in NZME, continuing drama for RNZ, the end of the NZFC-NZOA merger, a potential breakup of Mediaworks, a standoff between Stuff the the Police – …

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Stephanie Duncan Smith: Why most memoirs fail 33:18

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Many writers feel compelled to share their story—but here’s the hard truth: while everyone wants to tell their story, most readers don’t actually want to read it. In this episode, senior editor Stephanie Duncan Smith of HarperOne joins me to unpack why memoirs so often struggle in publishing, and more importantly, how you can write your story in a …

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Charlie Kirk and Tom Phillips show boundary collapse between the internet and real life 50:59

8d ago50:59

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Anna Rawhiti-Connell joins Duncan Greive on The Fold to discuss two violent deaths, one driven by the internet, the other digested by it. They discuss how each shows in different yet profound ways how treating the internet as a separate sphere of life is increasingly impossible – rendering the libertarianism of one incompatible with the laws and mo…

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Gambling: Week 2 Picks + Washington vs Green Bay 10:03

13d ago10:03

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Send us a text In this episode, we lock in our best bets for Week 2 of the football season. From game lines to props, we break down where the value is and which plays we’re backing with confidence. If you’re looking to get your card ready for the weekend, this is the episode you don’t want to miss. -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cre…

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Everything You Need to Know for Week 2 1:10:21

14d ago1:10:21

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Send us a text The crew takes a game-by-game deep dive into Week 2 of the football season. We break down every matchup, highlight the key fantasy storylines, and point out the betting angles you need to know before making your picks. From start/sit decisions to prop bets and game lines, this episode has everything you need to get ready for the week…

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Football is Back!! 59:22

14d ago59:22

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Send us a text The crew takes a look back at everything we saw in Week 1 of the football season. From surprising performances to early disappointments, we break down the biggest storylines and what they mean moving forward. Whether it’s fantasy football takeaways, real football outlooks, or betting angles, we’ve got you covered with our reactions t…

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Rachel Buller: The 4 C's of Communication 47:59

14d ago47:59

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It's easy to say the same things in the same way over and over—to get stuck in a communication rut. Today's guest, Rachel Buller, shares a framework she uses with authors as an editor at W Publishing, called the '4 C's of Communication.' These four metrics will help you distinguish your unique voice as a writer, so you can effectively cut through t…

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Week 1 Gambling Picks + Cowboys vs Eagles 27:34

20d ago27:34

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Send us a text Matt Hamm kicks off Week 1 by breaking down all the best gambling picks on the board. We cover the game lines, our favorite prop bets, and DFS lineups to help you build winning rosters. It’s time to place the bets, win the play, and get back in the lab to do it all over again. Football season is here—let’s cash it. TNF Slate Game Lin…

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Results season! Breaking down and picking a winner from TVNZ, Sky and NZME 38:30

22d ago38:30

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Glen Kyne returns to The Fold to analyse the annual or half-yearly results from TVNZ, Sky and NZME. TVNZ surprised with an unexpectedly healthy profit, NZME emerged from a bruising board battle and Sky (finally) got its rugby deal. Kyne has it all covered – and picks a clear winner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Season Long Bets The Fake Stuff Crew Placed 17:45

22d ago17:45

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Send us a text The grind is officially here! In this episode, we kick off the football season by breaking down all the season-long bets we’ve placed for 2025. From win totals to division winners, we go through the lines we like best and where the value lies. Plus, we highlight our favorite prop bets of the year—the ones that could cash big by seaso…

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Doug Wekenman: Say It So They'll Remember It 1:03:46

22d ago1:03:46

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In this Real-Time, Real-Talk episode, Doug Wekenman explains why it's worth taking the time to distill your ideas into their catchiest form, and how if you don't, your words will be forgotten. "Feeling behind in your writing—or wondering if it’s even worth finishing? Hi! I’m Will Parker Anderson and I’m an editor and writing coach, here to help you…

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System1's Andrew Tindall on myths and truths in modern advertising 34:42

23d ago34:42

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Andrew Tindall and System1 have assembled some of the most massive and comprehensive databases of advertising effectiveness, running the gamut from creative to medium. Tindall joins Duncan Greive on The Fold, in partnership with JCDecaux, to discuss the story all that research tells. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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AFC West + NFC West Breakdowns 1:03:01

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Send us a text The crew closes out our divisional breakdown series with a deep dive into the AFC West and NFC West. We cover it all—fantasy football implications, real football outlooks, and the betting angles that matter heading into the 2025 season. Plus, we tackle some major NFL news, including Micah Parsons’ situation and Rashee Rice’s suspensi…

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Sky CEO Sophie Moloney on the NZ rugby and Three deals and the depth of its moat 56:14

27d ago56:14

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Sophie Moloney has been CEO of Sky NZ for five years. For much of that time she’s been dealing with downsides – a failed acquisition of Mediaworks, Spark Sports gifting their rights to TVNZ and prolonged satellite issues. But lately, things have been looking up. They successfully brought NZ Cricket rights back, scooped up Three’s assets for $1, and…

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RNZ’s Paul Thompson on that bombshell radio report 47:17

28d ago47:17

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The longest-tenured leader in New Zealand media joins Duncan Greive on The Fold for a frank discussion about the state of RNZ. They discuss the sharp decline in radio ratings which prompted him to commission a brutal report from former RNZ news boss Richard Sutherland, while also addressing the growth of digital news and lifestyle content. They als…

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How to write stuff people actually read 5:21

29d ago5:21

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Feeling like your words go unheard? You’re not alone. That’s why I’m hosting a live workshop—*How to Write a Substack Post People Actually Read*—on Thursday, August 28, 5–6pm PT. You’ll learn a proven 5-part framework, see it in action, and get your questions answered. Access is just \$15/month as a Writers Circle member. Don’t miss out—tap the lin…

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Monopod: on the Sky-NZ Rugby deal, RNZ’s radio challenges and the Substack exodus 45:08

1M ago45:08

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Duncan Greive goes solo to dig into some fascinating recent media stories. The details of the Sky-NZ Rugby deal give all parties a chance to plausibly claim a win. The Sutherland report into RNZ National is one of the most challenging and interesting of its type in years. Two of the country’s biggest Substackers have left the platform. And Paramoun…

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My team expects me to solve all their problems—help! 35:57

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Today’s letter-writer has become a human “answer machine”: She’s her team’s first (and only) stop to get questions answered and problems solved. But these constant interruptions are leaving her with no time to do her own work, and making her question her skills as a manager. Listen in as Jen and Sara help this manager see that sometimes, stepping b…

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These are the Best and Worst Picks of Each Round 1:08:03

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Send us a text In this episode, the crew goes round by round through the draft board, breaking down the best and worst picks for the 2025 fantasy football season. We highlight the players who offer the most value at their ADP, as well as the landmines you’ll want to avoid. Whether you’re prepping for your home league or just looking for an edge, th…

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The one local media form defying gravity 38:15

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Duncan Greive is joined by Phil Eastwood, GM of JCDecaux NZ, and Paul Maher, chair of OOHMAA, to discuss the rise and rise of out-of-home media. Once a backwater of the industry, it’s now the only locally operated sector showing robust growth. Partly a result of digital screens, partly a response to the hyper-saturation of ads in digital contexts, …

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9 Players We are ALL IN on in Our Redraft Leagues This Season 1:04:18

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Send us a text In this episode, the crew breaks down the nine players we refuse to leave our drafts without this season. These are our ride-or-die guys—the players we’re all in on and expecting to explode in 2025. From breakout candidates to league-winners, we explain why each name deserves a spot on your roster and how they can tilt your season in…

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AFC South + NFC South Divisional Breakdowns! 1:23:06

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Send us a text The crew continues our divisional breakdown series with a deep dive into the AFC South and NFC South. We cover it all—fantasy football impact, real football outlook, and the betting angles that could make (or break) your season. Which players are primed to shine? Who’s being overrated? And most importantly… who takes each division in…

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Neil Finn on the broken promise of the internet – and why he won’t give up on it 42:47

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A very special episode of The Fold, featuring songwriting immortal Neil Finn talking about his long, singular journey making music on the internet. He gives his views on the utopian promise of its origins, the narrowing of algorithms and how social lost its way. And explains why, despite all that, he’s launching MUFGAL – perhaps his most ambitious …

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NZ on Air funds reality TV now? 34:29

1M ago34:29

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Glen Kyne joins Duncan Greive on The Fold to discuss the shock revelation that NZ on Air will support Celebrity Treasure Island and The Traitors NZ’s return to our screens. They assess the potential moral hazard, the function those shows perform for networks, and the more profound challenges lurking down the road. Learn more about your ad choices. …

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AFC East + NFC East Divisional Breakdown! 1:21:32

2M ago1:21:32

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Send us a text Matt Hamm and The Craft Man are back with another divisional deep dive—this time breaking down the AFC East and NFC South. We cover everything from fantasy football implications to real football outlooks for each team. Which players are trending up? Who's being overhyped? And where’s the value in the betting markets? We wrap it all u…

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Today’s letter writers thought they had their work lives sorted. But… turns out, maybe not. Should they start a new job search? And if they do, what questions should they ask themselves—and their prospective employers? Listen in as Jen and Sara help these folks pause their panic and get choosy—instead of waiting around to be chosen. Links: Check ou…