Best Dwayne Smith Podcasts (2025)

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Why You Feel Exhausted Even When Life Looks Fine | Scott Fasano 1:07:12

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I sat down with Scott Fasano, a storyteller and entrepreneur who helps people remember who they are and live in alignment with truth. Together, we explore why so many of us feel exhausted even when life looks fine on the surface. This conversation breaks down the real reason rest does not fix your fatigue, why people hide from their own truth, and …

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He Nearly Gave Up, Then A Hug to His Newborn Changed Everything with Mike Smith 1:15:35

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Send us a text A promising career, a growing business, and a baby on the way—then everything crashed. Mike shares how dehydration led to a severe concussion, relentless stress triggered chest pain from pneumomediastinum, and sleepless nights pushed him to the edge. One last kiss to his newborn daughter pulled him back. He started with a loop around…

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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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A Children's Therapist On Grief, Boundaries, And Becoming Who You Needed with Stacy Schaffer 40:23

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Send us a text When survival becomes your whole identity, integration can feel impossible. We invited children’s therapist and author Stacy Schaffer to share how she moved from early trauma and institutional harm to a practice built on safety, consent, and repair—and how those same tools can help any family navigate grief, anxiety, and big feelings…

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I Took Off The Thorny Blanket And My Ego Had A Meltdown with Terri Kozlowski 58:17

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Send us a text What if the real shift isn’t “why me” but “now what”? We sit down with author and coach Terri Kozlowski to unpack how a childhood marked by sexual trauma and abandonment transformed into a life of awareness, courage, and purpose. Terri shares the moment her father asked the question that would change everything, the difference betwee…

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Tickling Tonsils, Kiffin Drama & George Clooney on Pranks, Parenting & Jason's Batman | EP 168 1:35:06

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92%ers, welcome to this week’s episode of New Heights brought to you by YETI! Today, we are joined by Hollywood icon George Clooney! But first, we recap Jason’s militia adventures in New England, break down our New Heights Belly Bucking tailgate at the Linc, we try to figure out how the Chiefs will be “tickling your tonsils,” Jason explains why he’…

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You're Not Broken. You're Burnt Out. Here's What To Do Next | Rubina Chadha 1:03:07

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When your mind will not slow down, this conversation offers a way back to yourself. Burnout, overwhelm, and constant pressure have become a quiet norm for so many of us. In this episode, I sit with Rubina Chadha, a trauma-informed mindfulness educator and founder of Inner Design, to unpack what burnout actually feels like beneath the surface and wh…

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When Life Extends Your Deadline, What Will You Do With It with Dwayne Morton 53:22

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Send us a text A bullet hit the truck. A doctor set a countdown. For years, Dwayne Morton lived like time was running out—until a seventh oncologist connected the dots and uncovered severe sleep apnea, not blood cancer. The whiplash between relief and regret reshaped everything: how he worked, who he trusted, and the way he shows up for himself and…

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Finding Inner Belonging After Adoption with Jhorna Hochstedler 39:44

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Send us a text What if belonging isn’t something you find out there, but a home you build inside your body? Maria sits down with Jhorna—a mother, wife, and embodiment healer—whose journey spans transracial adoption across countries, a late diagnosed neurological condition, and the jarring introduction to American racial dynamics. Together we trace …

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Chiefs Wild Comeback, Fixing the Birds Offense, Jameis the GOAT and Thanksgiving Fast Chaos | EP 167 1:12:37

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Adobe Acrobat Studio! On today’s episode, Jason and Travis break down the Chiefs incredible comeback against the Colts, discuss how Travis is getting ready for the Cowboys on a short week, Jason shares his thoughts on what’s going on with the Eagles run game, react to another week …

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AI Is Rewriting How We Think | Rebecca Bultsma on What's It Doing to Us 1:11:19

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What happens when the technology we created to make life easier starts changing how we think, work, and even connect with each other? In this episode, I sit down with Rebecca Bultsma, AI Ethicist and Responsible AI Adoption Strategist, to talk about the tension between innovation and ethics, the illusion of trust in AI, and what it means to stay hu…

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From Near-Death To New Life: Sarah Shoulak’s Journey Through Trauma, Sobriety, And Self-Discovery 57:19

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Send us a text Some lives seem to collect plot twists, and Sarah’s has a few you won’t see coming. From sudden near-death moments and a long wrestle with addiction to deep grief and a full-bodied reinvention, Sarah opens up about how she stopped performing for attention and started building a life rooted in boundaries, ritual, and self-respect. We …

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Erin & Charissa on Sideline Mishaps, Best Kelce Convo, Girl Dad Advice & Being a Plus One | EP 166 1:15:55

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92%ers, welcome to another guest episode of New Heights brought to you by KFC! On today’s episode, we’re joined by sports media legends and two of the most requested guests of all time, Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson! We talk about everything from their favorite Kelce to interview, why Jerry World might be the best stadium, the struggles of Hol…

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Heights Hotline | The Best Thanksgiving Side Dish, Dry Ass Turkey & Is Halloween the New Christmas? 23:25

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92%ers, it's time for another edition of the Heights Hotline! On today’s episode, Jason and Travis respond to your Holiday Hot Takes. We debate if Halloween has overtaken Christmas as the best holiday, try to figure out why we even eat turkey, and somehow we end up defending the honor of sweet potatoes. Call us at 929-399-7260 to be featured in the…

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Training For The Unknown with Morgan Rich 1:00:11

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Send us a text What if the moments you fear most are the ones that can set you free? Maria sits down with transformational coach and author Morgan Rich to unpack how we move from victimhood to agency, not by pretending pain isn’t real, but by training our bodies and minds to meet it with presence. From breath retention and cold-water exposure to sm…

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Franchise Records, Sanders NFL Debut, Taco Domination and We’re Going “Belly Bucking” | EP 165 50:47

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Adobe Acrobat Studio! On today’s episode, we’Ve got some huge new news about being included in the “Best Pods of 2025” list, a special guest episode announcement, and we are all in on “Belly Bucking” at the Linc. This will make sense, just trust us. We also get into everything from…

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Why Some of Us Don't Feel Emotionally Safe | Philip Be'er on Rewiring Hidden Triggers 1:15:58

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I've learned that feeling safe isn't just about what's around us, it's about what's happening inside us. In this episode, I talk with Philip Be'er, an author, therapist, and creator of the SAFE 2B Framework, about why so many of us struggle to feel emotionally safe. Philip helps unpack how our nervous system keeps us in survival mode, how childhood…

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What If The Real Flex Is Feeling Safe With Money? With Guest Sarah Dumas 1:04:35

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Send us a text What if the real leap isn’t to more, but to enough—enough safety to hold money, enough clarity to work fewer hours, and enough courage to choose your family first without shrinking your ambition? That’s the heart of our conversation with strategist and former CFO Sarah Dumas, whose story moves from poverty and pregnancy loss to board…

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How Listening To Your Heart Can Rewrite Your Life with Vinaya 53:25

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Send us a text What if your mind is brilliant at solving problems but terrible at steering your life? We sit down with Vinaya, a traveler-turned-guide who left rigid expectations in his early 20s and learned to trust the quiet authority of intuition. His path winds through the Himalayas, European ashrams, crystals, and esoteric study, then circles …

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Lambeau Tour, Dan Campbell's Glasses & Miles Teller on Eternity, Kobe DMs, & Birds Fans | EP 164 1:24:43

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Audible! On today’s episode, we are joined by friend of the show and star of the upcoming film ‘Eternity,’ Miles Teller! Before we talk to Miles we get into everything from week 11 in the NFL including Jason having a “Freaky Friday” moment with Peyton Manning, what Travis got up to…

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Fear of Failure Isn't the Problem, It's What's Beneath It That Holds Us Back | Robyn Bolton 1:03:55

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You want to make a change, take the risk, or finally move forward, but fear keeps holding you back. What if the real problem isn't fear of failure, but something deeper? In this conversation with Robyn Bolton, founder of MileZero and author of Unlocking Innovation, we talk about the hidden cost of staying comfortable, why every change involves loss…

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What If Caring For Yourself Is The Most Generous Thing You Do with Karolina Ross 52:45

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Send us a text Burnout doesn’t arrive with sirens. It shows up as heavy mornings, wet cheeks you didn’t notice, and a calendar that rewards you for disappearing. With Karolina, a burnout recovery strategist who has overcame two burnouts and spent 20 years supporting vulnerable adults, we unpack why so many high-capacity women slip into overgiving a…

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So I Wore A Hoodie To Church And Waited For Someone To Say Something with Yoel ben Yisrael 1:00:39

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Send us a text A quiet hoodie, a crowded hall, and a long wait for words that never came. That’s the moment Yoel realized his soul needed something his community wouldn’t name. From a childhood inside the Watch Tower Bible & Tract Society to a basement prayer that stripped away pretense, this conversation follows a raw journey through belonging, cu…

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Chiefs Take a Step Back, Jason Does Disney, Wild NFL Trades, World Series Haters and Midseason Meme Awards | EP 163 58:51

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Audible! On today’s episode, Jason explains why he’s coming to us Outta the House from Disney World, what rides he’s traumatizing his kids on, and why he’s in a feud over a waffle. Travis breaks down the Chiefs coming up short in Buffalo, why he hasn’t lost any faith in this team, …

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Why Being Comfortable Is Costing You Courage | Amira Barger on Finding the Nerve to Change 1:04:54

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What if being nice is the reason you're still stuck? In this episode of What Changed? I sit down with Amira Barger, author of The Price of Nice, to talk about what happens when the need to please and stay comfortable starts costing you courage. Amira opens up about the moments that changed how she saw strength, truth and belonging. From childhood l…

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Risk, Resilience, And The Art Of Reinvention with Tom LeNoble 39:03

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Send us a text What would you do after hearing “six months to live” not once, but three times? Our guest, executive leader and resilience coach Tom Lenoble, shares how he navigated life‑threatening illness while climbing through Palm, Walmart, and Facebook—and why he believes risk, resilience, and reinvention are muscles you can train. We dive into…

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Travis Makes History, Biggest Surprise of Week 8 and A Very Kelce Halloween | EP 162 1:03:09

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by WhatsApp! On today’s episode, we get Jason’s review of 1587, Travis reacts to his record-breaking game against the Commanders, and explains why the Chiefs are “AAF.” We also look at the rest of a blowout-filled Week 8 with the Eagles running over the Giants, Jason gives his thought…

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Long Hair, New Job, Same Purpose...Season 3 Returns 13:44

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Send us a text The mic is back on, and the purpose is louder than ever. After nearly a year off, Maria returns with an honest check-in about grief, midlife health, identity shifts, and why season three will weave together unreleased conversations with brand-new stories of resilience. This isn’t a victory lap; it’s a real-time reset where alignment …

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Power in Unity and Teamwork 59:30

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Power in Unity and Teamwork Sometimes the greatest breakthroughs happen when we come together — not just as individuals chasing success, but as a collective committed to growth, forgiveness, and purpose. In this episode, Umar and Khabir put differences aside to build something greater than either could alone — proving that unity isn’t just powerful…

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S3.E13: Mac Harris (Linebacker USF) 1:00:48

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Send us a text Mac Harris is the starting middle linebacker for 18th ranked football team in the country, University of South Florida. Harris led the Bulls in tackles last season and currently has 56 tackles, 5.5 sacks, 3 forced fumbles and 1 interception that he returned 93 yards for a touchdown. The Villages HS alum has led USF to victories over …

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S3.E12: Bill Pidto (Sports Anchor MSG/ESPN) 44:43

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Send us a text Bill Pidto is a sports journalism pioneer. When ESPN2 launched in 1993, Bill was the first anchor delivering sports news and highlights to America. Pidto would go on to anchor popular ESPN shows like NHL 2Night, Baseball Tonight and NFL Primetime. Today you can find Bill on the MSG Network as the lead anchor for the pregame, halftime…

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Chiefs Shutout, BGs Back + Allen Iverson on Crossing Jordan, Philly Fans, Step Overs & More | EP 161 1:42:04

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by WhatsApp! On today’s episode, we are joined by the NBA Hall-of-Famer, Allen Iverson But first, we’ve got a little new news because Travis and Jason are officially in the theme park business. Get all the details behind Travis’ decision to join up with Six Flags, what the ideal Kelce…

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S3.E11: Scooter Gennett (2B/SS Brewers/Reds/Giants) 1:53:15

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Send us a text Scooter Gennett is a former MLB All-Star second baseman who played 7 years in the Bigs for the Milwaukee Brewers, Cincinnati Reds and the San Francisco Giants. He is one of 21 players in the history of the league to hit 4 home runs in one game. In this episode Scooter talks about making it to the majors leagues, his approach at the p…

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Keanu Reeves revisits "The Replacements" | New Heights Film Club 18:36

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On this edition of New Heights Film Club brought to you by REESE’S Pumpkins, we revisit "The Replacements" with Shane Falco himself, Keanu Reeves! We discuss if he could have gone pro, what life was like in an actual football training camp, working with Gene Hackman, and decide who is the Shane Falco of the NFL. New Heights airs every Wednesday dur…

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Every Chief's Gotta Eat, NFL Meatheads & Keanu Reeves on Comedy Dangers, Life Advice & More | EP 160 1:50:54

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by WhatsApp! On today’s episode, we are joined by the nicest guy in Hollywood, Keanu Reeves But first, we recap everything from week 6 in the NFL, including Travis taking a header in the Chiefs big win over the Lions, Jason’s thoughts on the birds, debate who might already have a lead…

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Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson on Career Changes, Jason at WrestleMania, Girl Dads & Jabronis | Ep 159 1:19:06

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Peloton! On today’s guest episode, we are joined by the most electrifying man in sports entertainment, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Dwayne and the guys talk all about how he left his comfort zone for his new movie "The Smashing Machine," what his life was like playing with Hall of Fa…

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The MCA Scam 46:54

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The MCA Scam and how to avoid it. Fast cash sounds like a lifeline, but these loans are designed to drain, rather than deliver. Merchant cash advances and hard money day loans disguise themselves as quick fixes, yet behind the contracts hide crushing fees, daily withdrawals, and terms that choke a business before it can breathe. What starts as reli…

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Finances & Relationships 1:12:41

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How Finances Affects Relationship. Featuring: Dwayne Smith, Qiu Dotson, Umar Clark, Ashton Sanders, Ludwig Thomas Finances and relationships are deeply connected—money can build trust or break it. Financial stress often fuels arguments, secrecy, and resentment, while financial harmony fosters security, teamwork, and love. How we handle money shapes…

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Fail to Flourish - Financial Trauma Continued 1:01:12

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Failing Financially to Flourishing Financially Struggles with money aren’t just about numbers on a balance sheet. When growth stalls—whether from poor habits, instability, or missed opportunities—it seeps into every part of life. Choices become limited, relationships feel strained, and self-worth takes a hit. Left unchallenged, failure to flourish …

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Financial Fears 45:49

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Facing Your Financial Fears. Featuring: Umar Clark, Ashton Sanders, Ludwig Thomas, Dwayne Smith, Qiu Dotson Financial fears—born from debt, instability, or uncertainty—don’t just affect our bank accounts, they shape our choices, our relationships, and even our self-worth. Left unchecked, they build silent walls of stress and scarcity. But when we n…

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The Fate of the Chiefs, Jason gets Cancelled! and The Life of a Showgirl Review | Ep 158 1:16:20

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Peloton! On today’s episode, we get right into Jason and Travis’ reactions to the album you first heard about on this show, Taylor Swift’s “Life of a Showgirl.” We get into Jason’s favorite songs, how Travis felt watching this album come to life, which song is on repeat in the Kelc…

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Travis is Feeling 2-2, Eagles 4-0 Frustrations, Coach Fights and Jason's Ireland Adventure | Ep 157 1:13:40

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Peloton! Travis breaks down the Chiefs offense, finally getting rolling against the Ravens, what it felt like to get Xavier Worthy back, and Patty Mahomes breaking even more records. Jason dives into the Eagles big win in Tampa, explains why the AJ Brown tweets are actually a good …

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Financial Trauma 58:17

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A deeper look into how unhealthy finances can cause trauma.By Dwayne Smith, Qiu Dotson, Umar Clark, Ashton Sanders, Ludwig Thomas

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Chiefs' First Win, Thiccest Sixes and Leonardo DiCaprio & Benicio del Toro's First Podcast | Ep 156 1:25:02

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Reese’s Oreo® Cups! We are joined today by two Hollywood legends, Leonardo DiCaprio and Benicio del Toro! But first, we’ve gotta talk about the insanity that was week 3 in the NFL. Travis breaks down the Chiefs getting in the win column against the Giants, Jason reveals the real su…

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Deion Sanders on Missing Shedeur, 90s Cowboys Aura and Becoming Prime Time | Ep 155 41:35

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Reese’s Oreo® Cups! We’ve got an amazing guest episode for you today with NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders. Coach Prime joins Jason and Travis and gets into what life is like at Colorado now that his sons are gone, when he thinks Shedeur is going to make his debut in Cleveland, what…

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Travis on Crucial Drop, Jason's Tired of Talkin' Tush & Fightin' Grandma with Jimmy Fallon | Ep 154 1:03:00

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Reese’s Oreo® Cups! Today, we are joined by the incredible host of The Tonight Show, Jimmy Fallon! Jimmy joins us to talk about everything from throwing putters into lakes, the secrets to talking football on TV, how to plan a wedding, and he’s got an incredible pitch to Travis for …

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Chiefs Brazilian Bummer, "Spitgate" and Chiefs-Eagles showdown with Kevin Hart & Rob Riggle | Ep 153 1:24:22

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Reese’s Oreo® Cups! We’ve got an amazing episode for you today recapping all the insanity that was week 1 in the NFL and we have an incredible conversation with Rob Riggle and Kevin Hart to preview next week’s Chiefs/Eagles game! First, Travis recaps the Chiefs time down in Brazil.…

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Engagement Advice, Eagles Banner Night, Chiefs in Brazil & NFL Season Preview with Alex Smith | EP 152 1:40:38

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Reese’s Oreo Cups! On today’s episode, we get right to the announcement that took over the internet last week, Travis shares his advice for other 92%ers thinking of popping the question, Jason clarifies who brought jorts for Jason at the Bearcats game, we also break down the Chiefs…

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A Swift Debrief, Travis’ Preseason Prep and Starting Shedeur | EP 151 1:30:26

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV! On today’s episode, we break down everything that’s happened since our literal record-breaking episode with Taylor Swift. Jason and Travis react to some of the best comments, debate whether Otters are the best wild animal to befriend, and maybe even…

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The Taylor Swift Episode 2:03:43

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92%ers, welcome to a very special pre-season episode of New Heights! On today’s episode, we are joined by singer, songwriter, producer, director, and the most requested guest in the history of New Heights, Taylor Swift! Taylor joins Travis and Jason to talk about her journey to reclaim her master recordings, what she’s been up to after the record-b…