Best Eric Graves Podcasts (2026)

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3.7 - Where It All Started; A "Return" To Pigeon Hill with Dan Vollaro 56:59

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Send us a text A single word can open a whole landscape, and today that word is return. We set out along the Pigeon Hill Trail—where this show first began—to see how cycles in nature, story, and daily life shape who we become when we come back. What looks like a loop is actually a spiral: the place may seem familiar, but your eyes are not the same.…

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Joey Diaz almost drowned in Miami! 1:38:42

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Joey Diaz and Le Syatt are joined by Becky comedy to talk about Lee's wedding and it's questionable food options, what comprimising means to Joey after 25 years married, and the unbelieveably true story of how Joey nearly died last week while visiting Miami. SHOW NOTES Live Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For a limited time, get 20% off your enti…

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The Overlooked Link Between Brain Healing and Thyroid Health with Dr. Louise Swartswalter 48:08

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There’s a point where labs, diet, and protocols stop explaining why symptoms linger and that’s where this episode begins. Healing doesn’t always stall because the body lacks the right nutrients or protocol. Sometimes it’s because the brain and nervous system are still holding unresolved trauma. Dr. Louise Swartswalter explains how neurobiofeedback …

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Rerun: Polio in Kaukauna 51:48

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In this episode we hear about the devastation throughout the city of Kaukauna when the Polio virus popped up and started spreading

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An old school Christmas and Hanukkah episode with Joey and Lee 1:13:05

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Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah from Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt! Joey and Lee talk about the power of memories, Joey's beef with Dave Portnoy, why Joey decided the typical 9-5 wasn't the life he wanted and much more! SHOW NOTES Get 15% off your first Bioma order with code JOEY at https://gobioma.com/church Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew G…

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Can a Gut Cleanse Really Help Graves’ Disease? 25:22

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If gut cleanses are supposed to help with different health conditions, why do so many people feel worse or unchanged? Gut cleanses, detoxes, and parasite protocols are often positioned as the missing piece for autoimmune thyroid conditions, but the results don’t always match the promise. This conversation breaks down what people really mean when th…

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#555 Lauren Bright Pacheco with Frank Gable 41:45

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Early on the morning of January 18, 1989, a security guard found the body of Michael Francke lying in a pool of blood on the floor of the North Portico of the Dome Building of Oregon State Hospital in Salem, OR. An autopsy revealed the cause of death to be a stab wound to the heart. Michael Francke - who had a background as a military man, former p…

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Joey Diaz did donuts in a hearse! 1:55:18

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Boom! We're back for another exciting week on The Church! Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt talk Lee's big mistake coming back from San Diego, why Joey Diaz won't perform at The Comedy Store again, the psychology of torturing someone until they begin to torture themselves. SHOW NOTES Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold w/ code JOEY @ http://BlueChe…

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Thyroid and Weight Loss: What Actually Helps 51:37

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If your body hasn’t been cooperating lately, you might be relieved to hear why that’s more common and more fixable than you think. Philip Pape and I dug into the deeper reasons why so many people struggle with fat loss, muscle loss, and long-term consistency, especially when thyroid health or chronic stress is part of the picture. We talked about p…

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#554 Lauren Bright Pacheco with Pablo Velez 37:41

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In the early morning hours of July 14, 2004, 19 year-old Adrian Payan and 18 year-old Emerson Bojorquez were ambushed at a nightclub in Houston, TX. A man named Jason Wooley fired the first shot of the shootout, and a man waited outside in a Cadillac, wearing a blue shirt and firing shots from an assault rifle. Bojorquez was killed, but Payan survi…

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Rerun: Maribel Caves 39:11

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In this episode we discuss the history of the Maribel Caves and Hotel, and whether Al Capone could have visited the hotel. This is a Milwaukee Mafia Patreon episode that we are sharing on this feed, as there is all sorts of connections to Kaukauna :)

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Diddy DM'd Joey Diaz! 1:43:47

16d ago1:43:47

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You read that correctly! Diddy hit up Madflavor! Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt break down why Joey never responded, Joey also talks starting the year in the hospital and ending it at his show in Virginia and why it meant so much to him, Joey's thoughts on Netflix buying HBO, why Joey misses getting chased and much more! Show Notes: Get 15% off your first…

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Reverse Hyperthyroidism Step by Step 36:38

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Hyperthyroidism can feel chaotic until you understand the system behind your symptoms. Are you recognizing them? This episode walks through the five (5) parts of the SAVED Thyroid Method, a healing framework that I recommend to my patients. SAVED serves as an acronym for each step, detailing how every component can gently influence antibody activit…

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How Moe Norman Changed My Game — Todd Graves on the Single Plane Swing- EPISIODE 150 53:18

20d ago53:18

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Rob Fredette interviews Todd Graves about his journey from playing professional golf to coaching and building Graves Golf Academy around Moe Norman's single plane swing. Todd explains how Mo's biomechanics simplified ball-striking, his time at the University of Oklahoma, life on tour, and the hands-on teaching approach he now uses at his Edmond aca…

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#553 Lauren Bright Pacheco with Jeff Smith 45:34

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On July 9, 2006, at Club Crystal in Waterloo, IA, an individual later identified as Tonye Jackson was shot multiple times and killed on the property. The shooting occurred during active nightclub hours, with multiple patrons present at the scene. Three gunshots along with Jeff Smith’s nickname were audible on a recorded Black Hawk County Jail phone…

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A Conversation with Speaker Joanna McClinton 16:18

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In this episode of What Do You Say? With Dr. Eric J., Superintendent Dr. Eric Becoats sits down with Pennsylvania Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton for an inspiring and thoughtful conversation about leadership, service, and civic engagement. Speaker McClinton shares how her lifelong commitment to serving her community led her into public servic…

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The Jew Snapped 1:52:27

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Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt are joined by Bianca from Brooklyn in an episode guaranteed to make you hungry! The trio discuss everything from the ranch on pizza, the worst thing you can say to people in Brooklyn, stupid food trends on social media, Bianca tries to convince Joey to become a food influencer and so much more! Show Notes: BlueChew: Get 10% …

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5 Ways to Lower Thyroid Antibodies 32:58

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The path to lowering antibodies isn’t always quick, but it becomes clearer once you know which five areas matter most. In this conversation, I walk through what thyroid antibodies actually mean and why they can fluctuate from one test to the next. I then break down five approaches that consistently make a difference, strengthening the foundations o…

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#552 Lauren Bright Pacheco with Robert Bintz 28:54

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In August 1987, the body of 44-year-old single mother of two, Sandra Lison, was found in the Machickanee Forest in Green Bay, WI. She went missing from her bar the night prior. An autopsy showed that she was strangled and evidence suggested she was raped. Investigators interviewed the bar’s patrons, including brothers, 32-year-old David Bintz and 3…

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The Haunted Bookstore 26:11

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Gavin tells about a recent project he worked with a local bookstore to turn the store into a haunted experience based on Fox Cities Murder and Mayhem stories

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The billy goat tongue 1:33:13

1M ago1:33:13

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Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt are back! This week, Joey talks about making decisions as a man, his search for something positive to do with his life, Lee's purple tongue, and much more! See Joey and Lee LIVE at Parx Casino on 11/26: https://tinyurl.com/4e3rent9 SHOW NOTES Download the DraftKings Pick6 app now & press in code JOEY. Play just $5 & get $50 …

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Stop Believing This Hair Loss Myth 50:41

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Many people reach for biotin the moment they notice more hair in the shower drain. But only few realize it can do more harm than good… Today, Julie Olson returns to talk through what’s really going on behind hair loss and the confusion around biotin. We get into why true biotin deficiency is rare, how high doses can interfere with other nutrients, …

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From Arkansas to LA: Nate Mayes on Acting, Murals & Western Dreams- EPISODE 149 34:07

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Host Rob Fredette interviews Los Angeles–based actor, writer, producer, and muralist Nate Mayes about his journey from Arkansas to Hollywood, his acting training, and his passion for creating powerful public art. Nate discusses auditions and coaching, memorable mural imagery (including a striking hands-and-explosion piece), his love for gritty Sout…

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#551 Lauren Bright Pacheco with Marvin Grimm Jr. 39:21

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On November 22, 1975, a mother reported her three-year-old son missing after seeing him roaming in the vicinity of a wooded area behind their apartment complex in Richmond, VA. His body was found in the river nine miles from his home four days later. The murder garnered tremendous media attention and public outrage, yet the police failed to find a …

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Why Healthy People Still Get Bone Loss 57:42

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What happens when even surgery and supplements can’t get a broken bone to heal? When Dr. Ben Weitz fractured his femur and was told it might never heal, he turned to the same principles he’s used with patients for decades: ‘root cause, functional medicine’ thinking. In this conversation, he shares how he designed a bone-healing protocol that combin…

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Ryan Root on Steroids, Prison & Reinvention- EPISODE 148 55:03

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Former underground steroid dealer Ryan Root tells the story of his rise, conviction in Operation Cyber Juice, and the four-plus years he served in prison. After using his time to study biochemistry and business, he built a legitimate hormone replacement therapy (HRT) clinic and a wellness brand focused on optimization, genetic testing, and educatio…

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#550 Lauren Bright Pacheco with Oscar Eagle 35:54

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On March 14, 1998, 16-year-old Benjamin Urias was shot in the Pico-Union neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA. The shot was not fatal, but Urias was hospitalized for two days. Urius was member of the 18th Street Gang, and told investigators that the shooter walked with a limp and shouted “Burlington Locos,” the name of another Los Angeles gang. Four day…

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Optimistic Visionary - A Conversation with Ms. Alisha Graves 16:07

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In this episode of What Do You Say? With Dr. Eric J., Dr. Becoats continues the William Penn School District’s Portrait of a Graduate series with a focus on the next attribute: Optimistic Visionary. In this episode, Dr. Becoats is joined by Ms. Alisha Graves, a speech and language pathologist, who has over twenty years of experience in the William …

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Prohibition in the Fox Cities 1:03:54

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Prohibition, police corruption and lots and lots of beer, Here the story of Prohibition in the Valley in the Live episode from the Kaukauna Public Library

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Biggie Smalls on a see-saw 1:49:58

2M ago1:49:58

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Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt talk their trip to Washington D.C., how America has ruined life for the family of four, the sports gambling scandals and much more! Plus, Joey breaks down one of the best gifts he's ever received. SHOW NOTES Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app now. Play $5 & get 300 in Bonus Bets if you win with code JOEY F*%k your khakis…

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How Graves’ Disease Gets Ignored—and Why 33:10

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Far too many people are living with misdiagnosed Graves’ or ignored hyperthyroidism and they don’t even know it yet. I’ve heard and read countless cases of people who were told their fatigue, anxiety, or rapid heartbeat were ‘just stress’, only to later learn that their thyroid was the real issue. Too often, hyperthyroidism and Graves’ disease are …

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Voiceover to Leading Roles — Inside Kayne Harrison's Acting Journey- EPISODE 147 38:20

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Rob Fredette interviews British-American actor Kayne Harrison about his journey from voiceover work and odd jobs to landing a role in Netflix's" Resort to Love". They discuss filming during COVID in Mauritius, his background as a plumber and accountant, his influences and favorite films, voiceover and audiobook work, upcoming indie projects includi…

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Introducing - Wrongful Conviction with Lauren Bright Pacheco | Season 2 1:52

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Six new, inspiring episodes of Wrongful Conviction, hosted by Lauren Bright Pacheco, that celebrate the potential of human connection to empower ordinary people to overcome extraordinary odds and injustices. Real individuals who unexpectedly became one another’s personal heroes by turning tragedy into triumph. Wrongful Conviction with Lauren Bright…

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Passed out in a prison cell 1:53:27

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Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt talk The World Series, the art of listening, Joey's job watching a wall (you read that right), performing in black clubs and so much more! SHOW NOTES Get your 1st month of BlueChew FREE w/ code JOEY @ ⁠http://bluechew.com/⁠ Support the show & get 15% off your Bioma order with the code JOEY at ⁠https://gobioma.com/church⁠…

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From Cancer to Hashimoto’s: Her Healing Journey 44:12

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Real progress comes when we stop managing symptoms and start understanding the body’s messages. What might yours be saying? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Erin Ellis, a naturopathic doctor whose own health journey from Non-Hodgkin lymphoma to Hashimoto’s completely reshaped how she approaches healing. We talk about her path from cancer surviv…

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How Transitioning Literally Changed Teegan Toftely's Life at 48 - EPISODE 146 1:07:45

2M ago1:07:45

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On this episode Rob Fredette talks with Tegan Toftley, a 55-year-old trans woman who began her transition at 48. Tegan shares how transition helped relieve lifelong gender dysphoria, anxiety and chronic migraines, and how her family, work and personal life changed through the process. The conversation also dives into pop‑culture favorites—from The …

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#549 Lauren Bright Pacheco with James Soto 48:47

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Wrongful Conviction with Lauren Bright Pacheco is back November 13th with all new episodes. So today, we’re revisiting one of the most memorable episode from her last season, episode #454, James Soto: James “Jimmy” Soto was wrongfully convicted at age 20 for a 1981 double homicide in Chicago’s Little Village despite no physical evidence and multipl…

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Thank God for the Sinners: Inside a Punk‑Fueled Spy Thriller with Author Eric Magun - EPISODE 145 41:07

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On this episode of HODGEPOD author Eric Magun discusses his debut thriller "Thank God for the Sinners" — a gritty spy story about double agent Rick Price, stitched with punk‑rock memories and a companion playlist. Eric shares his years living in China and Southeast Asia, his indie filmmaking background, the book’s raw themes of trauma and espionage…

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Fred Crawford shoots his wife 50:01

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Hear the story of a menasha man who shoots his wife when she is driven to ask for a divorce

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Joey Diaz doses Jim Florentine's friends and tortures Lee Syatt 2:00:10

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Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt welcome comedian and radio host Jim Florentine to The Church. Joey and Jim torture Lee about his wedding plans, Joey and Jim talk the wild football parties Jim throws and Joey getting chased around Jim's basement by a naked friend, Jim tells the wild story of the wrestling photographer who slept over his house and much more!…

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What This New Graves’ Disease Study Reveals 25:34

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A new study may have just changed how we think about two nutritional supplements that can benefit those with Graves’ disease. A new 2025 study looked at the combination of L-carnitine and selenium alongside methimazole and the results were more encouraging than I expected. In this episode, I walk you through what the researchers found, including ho…

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#458 Jason Flom with Jeff Boppre 41:46

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On September 19, 1988, drug dealer Richard Valdez and his pregnant girlfriend Sharon Condon were shot in their house near Scottsbluff, NE. Police quickly focused on Jeff Boppre based on a purported “dying declaration” that Valdez, after being shot multiple times, wrote parts of Boppre’s name in engine grease on the ground next to him. The investiga…

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October's Quiet Legends: 10 Unexpected Heroes Who Won World Series Rings with Author Marshall Garvey-EPISODE 144 48:02

2M ago48:02

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Rob Fredette and returning guest Marshall Garvey revisit memorable World Series moments to spotlight lesser-known players whose clutch performances were crucial to their teams' championships. From Brian Holton's pivotal relief innings in 1988 to Billy Hatcher's record-smashing 1990 series, the episode celebrates the "lightning in a bottle" heroes w…

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The Criminal Mentality 1:20:13

2M ago1:20:13

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Joey Diaz tells Lee Syatt about his recent hospital stay and how he broke out, that he joined comedy to be an "outlaw" and why he is fearful for the future of stand up comedy, why he doesn't believe in, "selling out" and more! SHOW NOTES Get your 1st month of BlueChew FREE w/ code JOEY @ https://bluechew.com/ Support the show & download the DraftKi…

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Common Myths of Balancing Hormones During Menopause with Dr. Sharon Stills 52:55

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Many women are fearful of estrogen, especially with everything out there related to "estrogen dominance". What if the real danger isn’t estrogen but it’s misinformation? Dr. Sharon Stills has spent over two decades helping women move through perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence. Her message is simple but powerful: hormones aren’t…

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From Child Actor to Pop Rebel: Ricky Rebel on Michael Jackson, Madonna & Stage Life-EPISODE 143 47:33

2M ago47:33

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Rob Fredette sits down with singer-songwriter Ricky Rebel to trace his journey from child roles in films like Anastasia, Apollo 13 and Austin Powers to touring with Britney Spears and Destiny's Child, and being signed to labels tied to Michael Jackson and Madonna. They discuss his songwriting process and knack for hooks, high-energy stage work, fit…

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Driven Achiever – A Conversation with Dr. Guy Thigpen 18:39

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In this episode of What Do You Say? With Dr. Eric J., Dr. Becoats kicks off the William Penn School District’s Portrait of a Graduate series with a focus on the first attribute: Driven Achiever. He’s joined by Dr. Guy Thigpen, a proud Yeadon High School Class of 1981 alumnus and respected expert in urban planning and analytics for the City of Phila…

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#547 Jason Flom with John Restivo 43:46

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On December 5th, 1984, the naked body of Theresa Fusco was pulled out of a wooded area in Lynbrook, NY - the 3rd in a string of recent disappearances, putting pressure on police to find the monster among them. The medical examiner determined that a rape lkely occurred and the cause of death was ligature strangulation. Dennis Halstead had been linke…

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The Barnes Hecker Mine Disaster 1:31:08

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In this episode we travel to Eric's home away from home Ishpeming MI and hear the story of a 1926 Mine disaster as told by Mary Tippett a relative of many of the miners involved as well as author of the book Enduring Legacies.

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The Public Urination Tour 1:29:25

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Joey Diaz tells Lee Syatt why he doesn't care about The Superbowl Halftime Show, Comic-con, or anything that doesn't make him money TODAY. Joey also talks about what he would do if he knew when he was going to die, what happened at the mall, and why he used to consider himself a traveling loser. SHOW NOTES Get $5 off your next order at Magicspoon.c…