Best Fortune Kit Podcasts (2025)

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279 - Never Trust a Politician Who Doesn't Rap 1:02:37

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If Democrats decide that rapping was key to Zohran's success, Lin Manuel Miranda will become the highest-paid consultant in Washington. And is Chubby Checker's music too old even for people who go to casinos?Ending song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzKsQchRmTgBy Fortune Kit

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Man City star Kerstin Casparij on her sparkling form, social media, and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community 37:34

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Today, we’re joined by the best-performing full-back in the WSL right now and one of our favourite personalities in the league: it’s Kerstin Casparij! Chloe and Rachel sit down with Kerstin to discuss her incredible year, both on and off the pitch. Kerstin explains why she’s feeling so happy in a Man City shirt right now and reveals the inspiration…

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Nick Miller hosts Joseph-Désiré Job-Share | Which players have represented the same club and share the same surname? 1:03:36

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Delighted to be re-joined on the pod by Nick Miller for another cracking 3way! Which current Premier League player is the all-time top scorer for 2 current Prem teams? Which players have represented the same club and share the same surname? Which teams has Tony Pulis actually managed? Listen on for all this and more football trivia drivel! Join our…

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She Made a Fortune by Eavesdropping on Wealthy Men 30:50

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Send us a text Mary Ellen Pleasant made a fortune as a domestic by listening to the conversations of the white men of means that she was serving. She listened and invested making millions. Then she shared all her millions with people who needed help whether they were slaves running for freedom or women who needed help finding independence. Join Kit…

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Spicy controversy at the Emirates and Aston Villa stun Man United 42:33

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On the official Chloe Morgan spicy scale, this weekend was... flaming hot. Chloe and Rachel try their best to pick apart everything that went down in north London on Saturday afternoon – and what needs to be done next. Is VAR really the answer? Rachel has some alternatives, while Chloe explains why the backlash must be tempered. Elsewhere, Man Unit…

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278 - 2025 SouljaGame Flip Ultimate Gaming Experience Games Entertainment Music Passion [Patreon Preview] 1:33

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Soulja Boy is back on his bullshit with a new game console, "headphone's," and $48 body wash. We also explore an artist adjacent to both Soulja Boy and Crazy Frog: 2000s ringtone sensation Gummibär. Full episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/278-2025-flip-143067447By Fortune Kit

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Adrian Mutual Friends | Which player has been a teammate of both Scott McTominay and David Silva? 42:32

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Who has played with Pablo Aimar and Gabby Agbonlahor? Can you name the CWG players from a list of their teammates (instead of clubs)? Where were you when Fulham played Stoke in 2013? Listen on for all this and more football trivia drivel. Join our Patreon for an extra weekly pod every Friday morning! 50+ episodes in the back catalogue! Patreon.com/…

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A thriller of a mid-table clash, Liverpool lose again and some football kit chat 54:54

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Chloe’s jet-setting again but nothing stops the pod! She and Rachel discuss the goal-packed game between Aston Villa and Everton and look a bit more closely at the situation on the red side of Liverpool, as Gareth Taylor's side remain winless in the WSL. Plus, Jack Fowler and Kimberley Cumberbatch from “Who Gives a Shirt?” join the show to speak ab…

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Women Making History - An Explorer and a Daredevil! 26:58

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Send us a text Louise Arner Boyd was the first woman to explore the Arctic in the 1920s. Annie Edson Taylor was the first person to plunge over Niagara Falls in a barrel - at the age of 63! Join Kit and Sherlock for the details of these amazing women who found a way to make their mark! See pictures and additional information about Badass Women of A…

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Hallie Rubenhold 27:45

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Presented by James Naughtie, the writer and historian Hallie Rubenhold takes questions from a Bookclub audience on her prize-winning book The Five: The Untold Lives Of The Women Killed by Jack The Ripper. The book shines a light on Polly Nichols, Annie Chapman, Elizabeth Stride, Kate Eddowes and Mary Jane Kelly who were all murdered in Whitechapel,…

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277 - Building on My Ape 1:01:58

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Is Palestine Radiohead's Yoko Ono? Plus, Bored Ape Yacht Club is making a comeback… as a Metaverse! …In 2025. Fortune Kit on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fortunekitBy Fortune Kit

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Chelsea Legend Claire Rafferty on her work in football since retirement, living with ADHD and the fortunes of her former clubs 35:01

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On today’s Upfront, Chloe and Rachel are joined by Chelsea legend and former Lioness Claire Rafferty to discuss about transfers and scouting in the men’s and women’s game. And, as ADHD Awareness Month comes to an end, Claire reflects on her experience of being diagnosed with – and living with – the condition. She also discusses the trajectories of …

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How to Postecoglose a job in 39 days | Shortest Premier League Managerial Spells 1:13:38

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Which Premier League players have their first name on the back of their shirt? Who managed Man City for the shortest period? Can you remember the 2014 Brazil WC squad? McConaughey or Ledger? Listen on for all this and more football trivia drivel. Join our Patreon for an extra weekly pod every Friday morning! 50+ episodes in the back catalogue! Patr…

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England lose on their Euros homecoming, Ireland smash Belgium, and goodbye Jess Fishlock 37:11

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Chloe and Rachel are back from their escapades around Europe for a very international pod! And a certain very important England debut... Chloe celebrates Khiara Keating's first appearance between the sticks for England, while Rach explains that - despite the 2-1 defeat against a VERY pumped Brazil - the Lionesses showed their teeth in this game. Bu…

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Women Who Followed Their Passions 26:31

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Send us a text Florence Parpart, inventor extraordinaire! Beginning at the age of 25 she revolutionized health and safety with two very different inventions. Margo Jones was instrumental in bringing professional theater to cities across the country. Join Kit and Sherlock for the details about these two amazing women who should be in our history boo…

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Merse Code: who is Merse speaking about? | Most niche "big 6" shirt sponsors 1:09:09

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Which French players have scored the most Prem goals? Which countries are currently in FIFA’s top ten world rankings? Which Premier League shirt sponsors are the most forgotten? Oh and PointLeicester City returns! Listen on for all this and more football trivia drivel. Join our Patreon for an extra weekly pod every Friday morning! 50+ episodes in t…

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276 - Touch Grass and Crash Out 56:57

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How much is Snoop Dogg like Krusty the Clown? Sombr likes to call his teenage fans' toxic exes onstage, but what teenager would actually pick up the phone? And much like David Sirota, D'Angelo was puffing on Yoda. Fortune Kit on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fortunekitBy Fortune Kit

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How we would change the League Cup, plus the state of Italian football since the Euros 1:03:58

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There might not have been any cupsets, but there were some impressive showings from the WSL2 sides in the Subway League Cup this weekend! Newcastle took Man City to the wire (what a game!), while Nottingham Forest took Everton to penalties, too. Chloe and Rachel discuss the best of the action and the future of the tournament itself. How could (or s…

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When Women Ruled Hollywood 29:01

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Send us a text From the late 1800s through the late 1920s women were a major force in filmmaking. They were producers, directors, screenwriters and editors. They were innovative in not only storytelling but in new methods of filmmaking. Then the Wall Street backed men saw the potential of big business and forced the independent studios of the day (…

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275 - Heaven All 24/7 1:07:50

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Dee Snider's son has a cool Kickstarter for A.I. generated 432 Hz healing music that sounds like Imagine Dragons. Timbaland is doing some A.I. junk too. Fortune Kit on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fortunekitBy Fortune Kit

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Absolute Squad with Brett Ormerod | Much Edu About Nothing 55:43

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How many Champions League winners have played for QPR? Excluding Man City, where else did Kolarov and Dzeko play together? Who is the better Shakespeare, Craig or William? Listen on for all this and more football trivia drivel! Join our Patreon for an extra weekly pod every Friday morning! With 50 episodes already in the back catalogue! Patreon.com…

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SPIES! 38:39

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Send us a text If you don't know Josephine Baker or think you know Josephine Baker, think again. The most celebrated American entertainer around the world was also one of the best spies during WW2. Also, one of the greatest spies during WW2 was Virginia Hall. The Nazis hated her because she outsmarted them for years. Join Kit and Sherlock for the i…

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Arsenal and Chelsea bounce back, Leicester's new gaffer, and Millie Bright retires from England! 45:52

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We're back with an early edition of Upfront on the eve of Sarina Wiegman's first England squad since the Euros! And there's big news... Chloe and Rachel look back on two vital wins for Arsenal and Chelsea – and how some of the same problems are persisting for both teams in front of goal. Elsewhere, Leicester have a new manager, but is the pressure …

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274 - The Bill and Synyster Gates Foundation 1:02:10

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Synyster Gates followed in the footsteps of his tech-savvy cousin Bill Gates by designing the first-ever guitar amp to be authenticated on the blockchain. The Nevermind baby tried to sue Nirvana for the millionth time and Ringo Starr used to have Kid Pix on his computer no diddy. Fortune Kit on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fortunekitEnding song…

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Spurs defender Molly Bartrip reflects on battles with her mental health and building a supportive dressing room 42:27

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Content warning: this interview features discussion of topics that some listeners may find triggering and distressing. Ahead of World Mental Health Day tomorrow, Rachel is joined by Spurs defender and vice-captain Molly Bartrip. Molly has been one of the most prominent voices in the WSL on mental health. After own battles with anorexia nervosa, dep…

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Formula Juan | Which footballers share a surname with an F1 driver? 1:01:41

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A feast of WSL drama 44:15

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Women Who Built and Maintained the Railroads 30:33

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By Kit and Sherlock

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John Niven 29:06

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Led by presenter, James Naughtie, the writer John Niven speaks to Radio 4's Bookclub programme about his 2008 novel, Kill Your Friends, which is a darkly comic satire of the UK music industry, as told through the perspective of the sadistic, Steven Stelfox, an A&R executive (Artists and Repertoire) for a London record label. The year is 1997, the h…

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273 - Life is Like a Loot Crate (ft. Josiah Hughes & Miles Grimmer) [Patreon Preview] 3:31

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Josiah and Miles drop by to discuss important questions in music. Is Machine Gun Kelly part alien? Was Kurt Cobain the first millennial? Was Josiah's music writing proto-slop? Full episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/273-life-is-like-140368073By Fortune Kit

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Perfect Ten, Hag | How many Croatia WC2018 players can you name? 1:25:09

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Delighted to be re-joined on the pod by Craig Anderson of The Terrace podcast for another cracking 3way featuring rounds such as Toy Shorey, Baddiel or No Deal and Guti & The Beast. Join our Patreon for an extra weekly pod every Friday morning! 45+ episodes in the back catalogue! Patreon.com/CareerWeGoExtraTime Got a round you'd like us to try? Ema…

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Arsenal drop precious points and a new era for Bristol City 45:52

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What's that? People saying the title race is already over? Chloe and Rachel are here to provide a healthy dose of scepticism – as well as a healthy dose of 'what the hell is missing for Arsenal?!' Chloe explains why Saturday's stalemate wasn't Renée Slegers' fault, while Rachel thinks people have been getting Aston Villa's start to the season all w…

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Crazy Fads Over the Centuries 27:19

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Send us a text There have been crazy fads throughout the centuries. Hair Pinning Ring Turning Flagpole Sitting Phonebooth Stuffing Goldfish Swallowing Panty Raids Streaking As well as flammable fashion fads that have cost lives. What fads are we following today that risk our health? Join Kit and Sherlock as they explore 180 years of the fun and ugl…

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272 - War of the Whales 1:00:27

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A woman came up with an innovative scam to auction off Graceland and she was punished for it? Can we get a nostalgia tour performing the Voyager gold disk in full? And how come the guys on our money are a bunch of threes? Can't we get some hotter people on our dollars? Fortune Kit on Patreon: www.patreon.com/fortunekit…

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Benchee McCarthy | Who was on the bench for the 2006 World Cup final? 1:04:41

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Who was the first Dutch player to play for Liverpool? Who were the most forgettable substitutes in the 2006 World Cup final? Who is the oldest Young Player of the Year? Listen on for all this and more football trivia drivel. Join our Patreon for an extra weekly pod every Friday morning! 45+ episodes in the back catalogue! Patreon.com/CareerWeGoExtr…

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In memory of Matt Beard 46:13

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Today, Chloe and Rachel pay tribute to former Liverpool manager Matt Beard, who passed away on Saturday. He was 47 years old. Matt or 'Beardy' was a giant of the women's game, who left an impact on players and fans at every club he went. He was known for his kindness, his warmth, and his generosity. He will be so sorely missed. Chloe and Rachel als…

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The Great Escape from Slavery 33:29

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Send us a text The story of Ellen and William Craft's escape from slavery in 1848 is epic. Disguised as a white man Ellen travelled 1,000 miles with her husband acting as her slave in order to obtain freedom from the torment of having no rights to be a free American. Join Kit and Sherlock as they travel this perilous journey with Ellen and William.…

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271 - Stravinsky's Rite of Spring Debut Was Woodstock '13 1:06:08

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We should give free nukes as reparations to any place we nuked in the past like Christmas Island and Bikini Bottom. Also eTickets is generating dogshit AI images of every artist currently on tour. Fortune Kit on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fortunekitEnding song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PE58hz8U0Ms…

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On this Idrissa Day | Which players have won the Champions League and the Scottish Prem? 1:07:17

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How many players can you name from the starting lineup of a random Premier League game of yesteryear? Which players have scored one World Cup goal? Who has won the Champions League and the Scottish Prem? Listen on for all this and more football trivia drivel. Join our Patreon for an extra weekly pod every Friday morning! 45+ episodes in the back ca…

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Man United's wild week, Sam Kerr returns, and the WSL's international boom 51:36

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Chloe and Rachel are back to discuss everything across the second week of the WSL! Man United might have had a nightmare in Norway, but they handed out another pasting in the league. The boots probably helped... Elsewhere, Sam Kerr made her VERY anticipated return and – of course – she scored. Rach explains why we helped take the pressure off her, …

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Two Great Ladies of New York 32:57

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Send us a text The stories behind the Statue of Liberty and the erection of the Brooklyn Bridge are more interesting than you can imagine. The construction of the Statue of Liberty didn't happen because of the governments of France and America - it was the everyday people of both countries who helped create, transport and erect the most famous icon…

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270 - Thin Lizzo 1:00:01

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Alex's years-old prediction of Thin Lizzo has come true. Setlist FM shows that Justin Timberlake performed the hit jingle "I'm Lovin' It" live only once in Zurich. Flintstones animals liked to complain but in retrospect they had it pretty good. Fortune Kit on Patreon: www.patreon.com/fortunekitEnding song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSfNUujzom…

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The Shirt Lockyer I Classic kits & Champions League top scorers by nation 54:26

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Which country is the highest scoring in Champions League history? What side does Alex Neill manage? Which Prem team have been sponsored by Waitrose? Listen on for all this and more football trivia drivel. Join our Patreon for an extra weekly pod every Friday morning! 40+ episodes in the back catalogue! Patreon.com/CareerWeGoExtraTime Got a round yo…

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Dream debuts, Chelsea edge Man City, and Rach's dark horses deliver! 47:01

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Chloe and Rachel are back after an opening weekend packed FULL of storylines! Except Brighton vs Aston Villa... We look back on Arsenal's victory over London City Lionesses – and the Kangster dropping a huge world record transfer fee for Grace Geyoro. Plus, will Sam Kerr really breeze back into this Chelsea team? What does Grace Clinton's exit say …

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What Suffragettes Suffered for Women's Right to Vote 25:12

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Send us a text The suffragettes were not women who only marched with banners in the streets of our country. They were women who for decades were beaten, imprisoned, ostracized, ridiculed and tortured because they were a threat to the hold that men had on women at the time. Join Kit and Sherlock for the true story of what the women who came before u…

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Paula Hawkins 29:06

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Presented by James Naughtie, Radio 4's Bookclub, speaks to the writer Paula Hawkins about her debut thriller The Girl On The Train. The book was published by Doubleday in 2015 to great acclaim and has sold millions of copies. Told in the first-person the novel's protagonist is Rachel Watson, a 33-year-old divorcee with addiction issues. The book wa…

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269 - Menthol Buzzball (ft. @tom_on_here) [Patreon Preview] 2:37

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The Blue Wiggle has been doing financial crimes so now the rest of the Wiggles need to do a Folsom Prison-style live album after they lock him up. And Jelly Roll needs to be careful that the Wiggles don't pull him back into a life of crime. Full episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/138216396…

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I'd Debut Most Nationalities I Who was the first Ukrainian to play for West Ham? 57:40

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Who was the first Belgian to play for Fulham? Can you complete the footballing seQuincy Owusu-Abeyie? Which team does Kalvin Phillips play for? Listen on for all this and more football trivia drivel. Join our Patreon for an extra weekly pod every Friday morning! 40+ episodes in the back catalogue! Patreon.com/CareerWeGoExtraTime Email: hello@career…

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Trailblazing Women Doctors of the 1800-1900s 39:02

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Send us a text Elizabeth Blackwell and Alice Ball - two women doctors who made history long, long, long before we were born! Elizabeth Blackwell tried multiple times to get accepted into a medical school in the 1840s only to be finally accepted because everyone thought it was a prank! Alice Ball, at the age of 23, earned a master's degree from the …

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Previewing EVERY team in the WSL! 59:34

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Chloe and Rachel are here to lift the curtain on the 2025/26 WSL season! They answer your big questions across the league. Can anyone stop the Chelsea runaway train? Are Spurs favourites for relegation? And who are the main candidates for our new disruptors?! Come join us for all the answers to that and much, much more. Join our WSL Fantasy League …