Best Kyle Chen Podcasts (2026)

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Fail Again: A Forensic Analysis with Emily Deschanel 59:09

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This episode originally aired July 8, 2025. My interview with Emily was one of our most popular of 2025, so we’re playing it again to cap off the year. Emily Deschanel spent over a decade portraying the brilliant and meticulous forensic anthropologist Dr. Temperance Brennan on the hit crime procedural Bones. Yet, what many viewers never knew about …

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David Duchovny Gets Weird with Pete Holmes 1:42:18

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While we’re on holiday break, I wanted to share one of my favorite conversations from 2024 — my appearance on Pete Holmes’s podcast, You Made It Weird. Pete and I dive into the big stuff: creativity, aging, family, ego, spirituality, and why trying (and failing) is often the most interesting part of being human. It’s funny, thoughtful, and wonderfu…

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Ep 98: Thomas Kennedy 52:42

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"TK", Thomas Kennedy, pulls up on Canada Hoops ! TK sits down with us to share his basketball story thus far. Thomas talks about his season in Slovenia with Ljubljana and what the jump to that league and EuroCup has been like. TK tells us about the goals for the season and how he tries to impact winning. Thomas talks about growing up in Windsor, On…

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Fail Again: Catching Up with Gillian Anderson 1:03:42

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This episode originally aired on November 12, 2024. Gillian Anderson and I share a connection unlike any other. The Dana Scully to my Fox Mulder, we are the only ones who understand what the other was going through during those X-Files years. But so much was left unsaid — until now. We got a chance to open up about the ways we might have failed one…

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John Seabrook’s Family Was the Vegetable Version of ‘Succession’ 46:30

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John Seabrook is a journalist and author best known for his work at The New Yorker magazine. This means he didn’t go into the family business: large-scale industrial agriculture. During their heyday, Seabrook Farms was a household name in frozen vegetables. But an internal power struggle that lasted for generations ultimately tore the family and th…

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The Many Lives of Peter Weller 51:01

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Sitting across from Dr. Peter Weller — another actor/author/academic like myself — I knew I was in for an engaging conversation. But as Peter explained the shape his life has taken, I saw beyond his vast accomplishments to his deep sense of self-knowledge. Long before he was Robocop, Peter was a masterful jazz trumpet player, idolizing innovators l…

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Introducing: Don't Listen To Us with Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody 47:32

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For the Thanksgiving holiday, who better to hear from than a family who has fought hard for the communication, compromise, and comedy that fuels their daily lives? Don’t Listen To Us is an advice show for advice skeptics and wisdom lovers, hosted by Mandy Patinkin, his wife Kathryn Grody, and their son Gideon. Legendary actor Mandy (The Princess Br…

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Ep 97: Libaan Osman 55:00

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Libaan Osman, host of The Canadian Basketball Show, journalist for the Toronto Star and one of the best and most trusted voices in Canadian Basketball, pulls up on Canada Hoops ! Libaan sits down with us to talk about his podcast, the Canadian Basketball community and how his career in journalism unfolded. We talk Canadian NBA players, Canada Baske…

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Kyle MacLachlan (Directed by David Lynch) 1:00:47

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The actor Kyle MacLachlan readily acknowledges the immense impact that the late director David Lynch had on his life and career. After making his on-screen debut starring in Lynch's sci-fi epic Dune (1984), Kyle expected superstardom — only to see the movie flop commercially. However, the connection he forged with Lynch led to a lifelong friendship…

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How Megan McArdle Became a Liberal-tarian 50:44

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As a columnist for the Washington Post, Megan McArdle tackles the most fraught political topics of our time. So why did we spend so much time talking about pie? It turns out, it's all connected. We discuss how the same forces that shape our nation — especially technology — have also shaped our relationship with craft. A self-described "liberal-tari…

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Waxing Poetic with Jia Tolentino (Live at Strand) 46:27

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Back in September, I sat down with powerful writer and past guest Jia Tolentino at the Strand Bookstore in New York City to discuss my first poetry collection, About Time. This book is a poetic autobiography of sorts, gathering moments and fragments from my life. In front of a hometown crowd, Jia and I explore my early inspirations, debate poems ve…

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Ep 96: Author Oren Weisfeld: "The Golden Generation" How Canada Became a Basketball Powerhouse 36:47

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Our friend Oren Weisfeld returns to Canada Hoops to discuss his upcoming book "The Golden Generation: How Canada Became a Basketball Powerhouse". If you're a Canada Basketball fan the book is a must have for your collection. "The Golden Generation: How Canada Became a Basketball Powerhouse" is out November 4, 2025. Grab your copy on Amazon, at Indi…

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Failure? Success? Judd Apatow Says Give It 10 Years to Decide 50:17

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Take a walk through Judd Apatow’s office, like I did, and you’ll be reminded of all the successful projects he’s helped create over the years: Anchorman, Bridesmaids, Superbad, The 40-Year-Old Virgin. I joined him there to discuss his new visual memoir, Comedy Nerd: A Lifelong Obsession in Stories and Pictures. As I learn throughout our conversatio…

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Fail Again: Ben Stiller Confronts His Parents' Legacy 51:34

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You might remember from way back when this podcast started that my very first guest was Ben Stiller. It was a memorable interview for lots of reasons, including that Ben talked to me about his parents, Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara and the documentary about the two of them he was working on. Well, that film is about to be out in the world. It’s call…

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Listen Now: Alive with Steve Burns 45:00

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Steve Burns was nice enough to join me on the show a few weeks ago, so I wanted to give you all a chance to listen to his new podcast. There are a thousand podcasts you can listen to; Alive with Steve Burns listens back. Steve Burns is continuing the conversation he began all those years ago. Back then it was letters and numbers and graham crackers…

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Ep 95: Kyle Wiltjer 36:22

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No Scars, No Stories with Charlie Sheen (Live at 92NY) 57:52

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Looking Back: Gretchen Rubin Wants to Make You Happy/ish 51:31

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This week we’re revisiting my conversation with the author Gretchen Rubin, since we could probably all use a little more light these days. Gretchen has spent years trying to understand happiness, the ways she can access it herself, and how to bring others in on the wisdom she’s gained. Gretchen also has a new podcast, Since You Asked, with bestsell…

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How Steve Burns Found His Aliveness Again 56:11

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Steve Burns is best known for being the host of a beloved 90s children’s show, Blue’s Clues, so I didn’t expect this interview to be about Samuel Beckett. But it turns out that Steve and I share a deep admiration for the writer, as well as a lot of other common ground. Steve went quiet for about two decades after rumors of his death took over the i…

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Tom Pelphrey Wouldn’t Change a Day 53:00

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A decade ago, the actor Tom Pelphrey couldn’t have imagined the shape his life would take today: a father to a two-year-old daughter, starring in the new HBO series Task alongside Mark Ruffalo, and engaged to actress Kaley Cuoco. He was gripped by alcoholism and dissociation, having spent years working long, demanding days on the soap opera Guiding…

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Gene Simmons: The Demon Loves His Mom 1:00:47

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If Gene Simmons’ hard exterior scared you off, it did its job. As a founding member of the band KISS, Gene has spent decades putting on what he calls a persona, and today it comes off — at least a little. We talk about Gene’s journey, including being raised by a single, adoring mother, the origins of KISS, and why Ozzy Osbourne’s down-to-earth deme…

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Check It Out: Building a Legacy with Tisha Campbell (Legacy Talk) 53:23

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Hey, Fail Better listeners — here’s a great show I think you should know about: Legacy Talk, hosted by the Emmy-winning writer, actor, and producer Lena Waithe. It’s a part of the Lemonada network, and it’s kicking off a second season of incredible episodes featuring trailblazing Black artists and makers. You’re about to hear the first episode of s…

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Amanda Knox’s Story Isn’t Over 1:07:25

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Amanda Knox was a young student in a foreign country when she was thrust into an international media firestorm, accused — and then ultimately acquitted — of the murder of her roommate. Now an author and public speaker, she’s the executive producer of the new scripted drama “The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox”, an attempt to finally tell her story on h…

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The Pitfalls of Manhood with Terry Real 1:00:25

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I should’ve known I was in for a revelatory conversation when I met with the family therapist Terry Real. He pioneered a book on male depression in the ‘90s, and he’s been helping countless people break through mental and relational barriers in the years since. I start the conversation by inquiring about how Terry knew he would be good at this work…

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Ep 94: Spencer McKay 1:26:04

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Spencer McKay, Victoria Vikes legend, BC Basketball Hall of Fame Member and SMNT Canada Basketball Alumni pulls up on Canada Hoops Podcast ! Spencer sits down with us to share his basketball story. Spence tells us about running club teams and camps back in the Oliver and Penticton area which keeps him giving back to the game. Spencer tells us about…

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An Hour with Melissa Febos About a Year Without Sex 1:02:14

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Memoirists do the generous work of letting us into their lives, and then there are ones like Melissa Febos who also graciously entertain all the new questions their work inspires. Melissa lets me in on the elements of her life and experiences that I’m curious about, from people’s reaction to her job as a dominatrix (as documented in her book Whipsm…

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Ep 93: Keishana Washington 43:42

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Keishana Washington, the Drexel Dragon legend, pulls up on Canada Hoops ! Keishana sits down with us to share her basketball story thus far. KW talks about her off season right now as she gets ready for her upcoming season. Keishana tells us about being back in Philly at Drexel to train and how she is embracing some downtime in Toronto right now wi…

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Jess Walter Can Hoop (and Write) 1:08:30

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I’m coming to you live from Vroman’s Bookstore in Pasadena, California, where I got to sit down with my friend, author Jess Walter. We chatted in front of a packed house (including a few friendly dogs) and now we’re sharing that event with the rest of you. Jess is not only my go-to buddy to text about all things basketball; he’s an accomplished nov…

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T. Barlow on Hip Hop, Grace, and Gospel Truth 41:16

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In this episode of The B.A.R. Podcast, Dawain Atkinson talks with T. Barlow—pastor, artist, and original B.A.R. Network member—about his journey from Christian hip hop to embracing Reformed theology and gospel-centered ministry. Barlow shares how the doctrines of grace reshaped his life, his lyrics, and his vision for the church. If you’re serious …

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Tim Minchin’s Infinite Universes 52:38

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The musician (-comedian-actor-composer-director-Californication guest star) Tim Minchin is an aspirational figure. He brings an unmatched level of precision and thoughtfulness to conversations, whether he’s discussing word play or the Catholic church. And he extends that scrutiny to his concepts of success and failure, which I welcome. Tim and I si…

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The Family Business with Robert Downey Jr. 56:24

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The spotlight has certainly taken its toll on Robert Downey Jr. over the years. But much like his beloved MCU character Tony Stark, there's an undeniably powerful force inside Robert that keeps him pushing forward. When we sat down over iced coffees, we found ourselves unpacking the fraught relationship Robert had with his father — the experimental…

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Terrie Noland Explains Literacy Education - Rolli Experts Explain Everything Podcast 22:25

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Terrie Noland is a Certified Academic Language Practitioner and a nationally recognized leader in education and literacy. In this episode of Rolli’s Experts Explain Everything podcast, Terrie unpacks why literacy is one of the most powerful predictors of an individual’s success and well-being, and why it matters for society at large. She dives into…

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What Jake Clark Wants You To Know About Trauma 56:23

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Jake Clark is an unexpected hero. As the founder of the Save a Warrior program for veterans and first responders, he helps those suffering from post-traumatic stress uncover the core of their pain, which often stems from trauma that came before combat or violence. His work has led to surprising breakthroughs for many people, mirroring his own journ…

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A Forensic Analysis with Emily Deschanel 59:09

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Emily Deschanel spent over a decade portraying the brilliant and meticulous forensic anthropologist Dr. Temperance Brennan on the hit crime procedural Bones. Yet, what many viewers never knew about was her personal battle behind that confident performance: diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia at a young age, Emily often struggled to master the intricat…

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Check It Out: The Disappearance of Eric Robinson (Uinta Triangle) 1:02:13

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For the Fourth of July holiday, we’re taking you on a getaway of sorts. It’s one that brings you to the beautiful mountains of New Zealand… but is decidedly less relaxing than a summer vacation. Today we’re sharing the first episode of a new podcast called Uinta Triangle, which documents the disappearance of a solo hiker named Eric Robinson. It’s a…

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Truth and Lies with James Frey 53:47

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In his aimless youth, the author James Frey yearned to be the Sex Pistols of literature. Then he learned to be careful what you wish for. His memoir, A Million Little Pieces, shot to the top of bestseller lists, thanks in part to Oprah's endorsement. Then fact-checkers unmasked its fabrications, and James found himself being more of an outcast than…

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From “Junkie Doctor” to Addiction Specialist with Dr. Jason Giles 1:01:30

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Dr. Jason Giles is an addiction specialist and a helper and friend to many, including me. When the rigors of life in the ER became too much to cope with, Jason turned to the very narcotics he was trained to supply to patients as a trauma anesthesiologist. As his successful life disintegrated, he was forced to face his own doubts and delusions, and …

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AI Should Fear Justine Bateman 1:03:22

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I’ve known for years that the actor and filmmaker Justine Bateman had prescient thoughts about art and society. But now, we need her (and her complementary background in computer science) more than ever. Far-removed from her teen stardom on Family Ties, Justine and I talk about how artificial intelligence threatens the existence of movies, books, a…

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Chris Carter Wants You To Believe 1:03:50

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The X-Files was always about turning something mysterious and untraceable into something known — so what better time to capture the elusive podcast interview on camera? That’s right: Fail Better is now on video, and we’re kicking off this new chapter with the one and only Chris Carter, the creator of The X-Files. And he came prepared, alien embryo …

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Cynthia Griffin Explains Family Law - Rolli Experts Explain Everything Podcast 19:25

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Cynthia Griffin is a Partner at Modern Family Law and an expert in divorce, child support, and custody matters. In this episode of Rolli’s Experts Explain Everything podcast, Cynthia breaks down why the field of family law is growing so rapidly, and what makes it fundamentally different from criminal law. She also explores the delicate points where…

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Check it Out: Ira Glass on Three Decades of ‘This American Life’ Magic 1:23:52

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Hey, everyone. Today I wanted to share a special conversation from another Lemonada show: Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso. For those who aren’t already familiar with this great podcast, the show started all the way back in 2016 and airs every Sunday. The episode you’re about to hear is a recent one. It’s a great talk between Sam and the broadcast legend…

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Not Reading the Comments with Maureen Dowd 48:49

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The journalist Maureen Dowd has many notches in her belt, from feats like winning a Pulitzer Prize and writing pivotal profiles on some of the world’s most powerful people. She shone light on Elon Musk before DOGE and Uma Thurman’s emotional struggle with Quentin Tarantino, all of which is captured in her latest book, Notorious. Even for her, thoug…

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Remembering to Forget with Lewis Hyde 47:46

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Lewis Hyde is one of those contemporary authors whose work I think about a lot. He’s spent years reflecting on and writing about topics of great interest to me, like forgetting and forgiveness, but the true trademark of his work is how he processes concepts and describes them. He approaches his work like chasing a butterfly (a lifelong hobby of his…

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Ep 92: Jonathan Chen pulls up to discuss Gordie Herbert as the new Head Coach of the SMNT for Canada Basketball 1:00:14

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Our guy Jonathan Chen, writer for the Raptors Republic and Canada Basketball specialist, pulls up on Canada Hoops to chat about Gordie Herbert being named the Head Coach of the SMNT for Canada Basketball. Matty and Chen also talk some Canadian NBA storylines as the 2nd round of the 2025 NBA playoffs are underway. SGA, NAW, Nemby and more..... Thank…

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Playing God with Jonathan Roumie 59:56

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Jonathan Roumie is a genuinely charismatic individual, which is understandable given his acclaimed portrayal of Jesus in the immensely popular Christian historical drama The Chosen. However, long before embodying arguably the most significant main character in history, Jonathan was, to borrow the familiar lyric, “just a slob like one of us.” He spe…

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G3, Faith & The Future of Podcasting w/ Virgil Walker 39:22

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In this can’t-miss episode of The BAR Podcast, Dawain sits down with his longtime friend Virgil Walker of G3 Ministries. From deep theological truths to the evolution of podcasting and cultural commentary, this is more than just an interview—it’s a masterclass in purpose, platform, and faith. They chop it up about the G3 Conference, cultural shifts…

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Ep 91: Niyah Becker 39:03

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Niyah Becker, representing Winnipeg, Manitoba, pulls up on Canada Hoops ! Niyah sits down with us to share her basketball story thus far. Niyah talks about wrapping up her 2nd season as pro in Spain and being back home in The Peg to rest and get ready to train again for the summer and her next season professionally. Niyah tells us about her goals a…

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Looking Back: One Year of Fail Better 59:40

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It’s finally here: the one-year anniversary of the launch of Fail Better. This moment brought out a lot of feelings and jokes about what it’s meant to make this show and have the conversations I’ve had, and you get to hear me talk about that here. Then I play one of my favorite interviews I’ve had, with the one and only Rosie O’Donnell, who enthusi…