Best Ray Reid Podcasts (2025)

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History with Kathryn Sheehan 12/23/25 49:19

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We welcome back Kathryn Sheehan for another of our regular deep dives into history. We'll delve into the great holiday stories and traditions of our region. Ray Graf hosts.

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FULL EP | Lore’l Fireside Chat with the cast of The Chi; Kirk Franklin talks new song with Lore’l; Joy Taylor talks being in sports media; and MORE 36:17

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The Morning Hustle delivers a star-studded episode packed with candid conversations and real insight, as Lore’l sits down with some of the biggest voices in entertainment, faith, and sports media. Lore’l kicks things off with a lively fireside chat with the cast of The Chi, where the actors reflect on the show’s longevity, growing up on screen, and…

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Medical Monday 12/22/25: Sports Medicine with Dr. Jason Friedman 49:21

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We talk sports medicine with Dr. Jason Friedman of Nuvance Health. Ray Graf hosts.

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BRAND NEW: SOB 520 - Merry Christmas - 2025 4:02:57

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BRAND NEW: SOB 520 - Merry Christmas - 2025 Artist Song Album Label Notes - The Crusaders Scratch (live) by Wayne Henderson Scratch - 1974 Blue Thumb Records - MCA CD Reissue Alternate SOB ID - Suzy Bogguss & Delbert McClinton Baby, It's Cold Outside by Frank Loesser Baby, It's Cold Outside - 2003 Compadre Records Merry Christmas - 2025 - Lyle Love…

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Dan Henry: The Marketing Strategy Entrepreneurs Use to Build Massive, Money-Making Brands | Marketing | E378 54:41

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Dan Henry's journey into marketing began in extreme financial hardship, surviving on $500-a-week pizza delivery shifts. A brutal winter night with no heat became the turning point that forced him to reinvent his life. Determined to change his future, he became ruthless about acquiring high-leverage marketing skills that eventually helped him genera…

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Avatar: Fire and Ash 2:44:30

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We went back to Pandora and we all fell in love with a very special lady. She’s a bit prickly. A bit unconventional. But boy, is she something! Join us as we chat Avatar: Fire and Ash, aka VARANG: THE AWAKENING, the third installment in Big Jim’s Sully family saga. Yes, this movie’s a bit messier than the previous ones. Yes, it repeats many of the …

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Food Friday 12/19/25: Flour Hour with Amy Halloran 49:58

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Always a Food Friday favorite, Amy Halloran is back to talk about grain, flour, baking and bakeries of yesteryear. Ray Graf hosts.

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Hala Taha: How Life’s Hardest Moments Can Spark Business Breakthroughs | Entrepreneurship | 7 Years of YAP 46:09

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When Hala Taha lost her father to COVID-19, she realized she wasn’t honoring his legacy by playing small. Grief became the catalyst that pushed her to stop treating entrepreneurship as a side hustle and fully commit to her vision. After hitting six figures month after month, she quit her corporate job at Disney and launched YAP Media full-time. In …

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FULL EP | Instacart under scrutiny for AI price raising; 21 Savage calling for unity in Atlanta; Fan tells Rihanna to sit down at Mariah Carey show; and MORE 33:34

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It was another headline-heavy Morning Hustle as the crew tackled culture, controversy, and celebrity moments that had everyone talking. The Lo’Down kicked off with Instacart facing backlash after a Consumer Reports investigation revealed AI-driven price differences, with some shoppers paying up to 23% more for the same groceries depending on locati…

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Astronomy with Bob Berman and Valerie Rapson 12/18/25 51:35

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Astronomers Bob Berman and Dr. Valerie Rapson join us to discuss recent space news and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

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Travel with Jean Gagnon 12/17/25 50:09

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We welcome back travel professional Jean Gagnon to take your questions.

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FULL EP | Nelly and St. Lunatics working on new album with Metro Bommin; Cam’ron to host pre-fight event with Jake Paul v. Anthony Joshua; Brandy kicks Ray J and girlfriend off the Boy is Mine Tour; and ... 33:06

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The Morning Hustle keeps things buzzing as the crew breaks down some major moments shaking up music and entertainment right now. Nelly revealed that the St. Lunatics are officially working on a new album, set for 2026 and executive produced by Metro Boomin, a surprising reunion considering the group’s long-standing legal disputes and years of tensi…

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The Disappearance of Mary Shotwell Little - A New Investigation 42:00

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Mary Shotwell Little vanished from Lenox Square mall in Atlanta on October 14, 1965. The 25-year-old newlywed's car was found the next day with blood evidence and unexplained mileage, launching one of the city's most intensive searches. Now, a decade-long investigation by civilian researchers has uncovered previously unseen FBI files and identified…

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Weather with Reid Kisselback 12/16/25 50:19

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Winter officially begins on Sunday, although many of us have already gotten a sizable taste. We welcome back NewsChannel 13 meteorologist Reid Kisselback to answer your weather questions. Ray Graf hosts.

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FULL EP | Tyler the Creator surprises students at Hawthorne High School with iPads; Lizzo sets the record straight about former employee’s lawsuit; Mariah Carey announces her last show for a while; and ... 46:48

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Big surprises, legal clapbacks, and a temporary goodbye from a music icon set the tone on today’s Morning Hustle. The Lo’Down kicks off with Tyler, The Creator pulling up to Hawthorne High School and stunning students by gifting them iPads and words of encouragement, a moment that had the crew praising him for giving back and investing in the next …

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SOB 381/Replay - Features: Barbara Lynn, Joe Sample, Bo Diddley, John Belushi, Nicky Hopkins, Merl Saunders, Martin Fierro, with a 1-hour tribute to Burt Bacharach covered by various artists 4:07:11

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Artist Song Album Label Notes - Twilight Zone by Marius Constant Twilight Zone w/Howard Roberts guitar TV Classic Tunes - 25th Anniversary Edition - 2CD's Breakable Records + SOB Twilight Zone Theme - Pat Metheny Alfie by Burt Bacharach & Hal David - 1966 Movie What's It All About? - 2011 Nonesuch Burt Bacharach - R.I.P. - 94 - Stevie Wonder Alfie …

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Medical Monday 12/15/25: Ophthalmology with Dr. David Perlmutter 48:57

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We're joined by Dr. David Perlmutter of Perlmutter Eye Center. He specializes in customized cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, and retinal diseases. Ray Graf hosts.

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Reid Hoffman: Superagency, How AI Will Help Humans Dominate the Future | Artificial Intelligence | AI Vault 51:09

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Now on Spotify Video! When Reid Hoffman first began studying artificial intelligence at Stanford, the world wasn’t ready for it yet. Years later, inspired by conversations with top tech innovators, he recognized AI’s potential and seized the moment. As the founding investor in OpenAI and co-founder of Inflection AI, he’s at the forefront of shaping…

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Ella McCay with Richard Lawson 2:05:31

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It’s pretty hard being the governor of an unnamed state when you’re a 34-year-old woman with a husband who’s the heir to a local pizza empire and you’ve got a brother who has agoraphobia and your sleazy dad keeps leaving you weird voicemails and Julie Kavner is narrating your entire life story! Wooo, that was a lot. James L. Brooks’ Ella McCay is A…

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FULL EP | Power Of Social Media, Entertainment News, & White House Insider Joins The Show 44:43

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In this episode of the Morning Hustle, Loriel and Kyle are joined by White House insider Erica Lowe, sharing her expertise on the current government climate. They dive into the importance of term limits and age limits in politics, with Erica sharing her personal experience during the January 6th Capitol insurrection. The conversation also touches o…

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Food Friday 12/12/25: Favorite holiday recipes with Chef Ric Orlando 50:53

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Chef Ric Orlando is back. We want to talk about your favorite holiday recipes. Ray Graf hosts.

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Julie Solomon: How to Monetize Your Instagram Brand Even with a Small Following | Marketing | YAPClassic 1:08:04

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Julie Solomon didn’t just see entrepreneurs struggling with Instagram marketing; she lived the frustration herself. Despite growing an audience, her revenue stalled until she invested $25K in high-level mentorship and uncovered the real drivers of social media growth. Within nine months, she scaled from $250K to $1.3M and now shares her strategy wi…

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FULL EP | Danity Kane announces twenty-year reunion tour; Joy Reid responds to Stephen A. Smith about ratings; Former Michigan football coach detained by police; and MORE 44:03

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The Morning Hustle kicks off with a vibrant ride through nostalgia, headlines, and hot-button drama—starting with Danity Kane’s surprise announcement of their 20-year reunion tour. Lore’l breaks down how the group cleverly teased the lineup with silhouette artwork, confirming only three original members—Aubrey O’Day, Dawn (formerly “D. Woods”), and…

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Outdoors with Jeremy Hurst 12/11/25 48:59

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We welcome back Jeremy Hurst, the Game Management Section Head for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Also joining us is Annie Stupik from DEC’s Wildlife Diversity Section. Ray Graf hosts.

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FULL EP | Police Warn Homeowners About Wi-Fi Jammer; LiAngelo Ball Regrets Leaving Nikki Baby; D’Angelo Did Not Tell Son About Cancer; and MORE 43:51

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The Morning Hustle kicks off with a mix of real-world warnings and celebrity revelations, opening with police across the country alerting homeowners to a surge in Wi-Fi jammers—cheap devices that can disable Ring and other wireless cameras in seconds. Lore’l breaks down how burglars are using them in viral TikTok trends, prompting security experts …

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Stamps and Coins 12/10/25 48:41

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Stamp and coin collecting is on the agenda today. Bob Scott and David Tripp return to take your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

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In Memoriam: The Murder of Eric Nelams 39:38

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We continue our coverage of the cold case of Eric Nelams, and his family's fight for justice. Army veteran Eric Nelams was shot and killed outside his Phenix City, Alabama home in 2003, just days after refusing to take blame for an embezzlement scheme. His family believes the timing was no coincidence—and 22 years later, his homicide case remains c…

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FULL EP | Kelly Rowland Performs in Front of Dad for the First Time; Leonardo DiCaprio Named Entertainer of the Year; Marlon Wayans and 50 Cent Trade Verbal Jabs on Social Media; and MORE 46:06

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From the opening moments of today’s episode, the Morning Hustle crew dove straight into a mix of heartfelt breakthroughs, Hollywood wins, and messy celebrity feuds. Kelly Rowland became a major highlight as Lore’l recapped seeing her perform on the Boy Is Mine Tour — a performance made even more emotional because Kelly’s father saw her on stage for…

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Automotive Repair with Gordon Fricke 12/9/25 49:07

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Gordon Fricke is one of our most popular guests. He's back to offer automotive maintenance and repair advice. Ray Graf hosts.

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S27E4 - Danny Tang Jon Pardy Matt Staples Rob Gardner 1:39:29

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For our final show of 2025, we welcome high-stakes poker player and Triton ambassador Danny Tang. We've also got poker player, reality TV star and ACR pro Jon Pardy. For strategy, Matt Staples plays 32 against his brother Jaime. Rob Gardner stops by to discuss the hot topic of content marketing in poker. Plus Memer-in-Chief Barry Carter has all the…

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Medical Monday 12/8/25: Endocrinology with Dr. Pasquale Passarella 48:00

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We welcome Dr. Pasquale Passarella, an endocrinologist at Albany Med. Ray Graf hosts.

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SOB 519 Features: Steve Cropper & Phil Upchurch 4-hour tribute - Cropper & Upchurch were both 84 4:04:02

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Artist Song Album Label Notes - Larry Coryell-Eddie Harris/Les McCann Higher Consciousness - Compared to What Barefoot Boy - 1971 & Swiss Movement - 1969 Flying Dutchman & Atlantic Records Latest SOB ID - Booker T & the MG's Time is Tight by Cropper, Booker T. Duck Dunn & Al Jackson w/Anton Fig - Live: 4/23/1993 Time Is Tight - 3CD Box-set Stax Ste…

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Brock Johnson: Is Instagram Dead? Unlock the Secret to Explosive Social Media Growth | Marketing | E377 1:05:47

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Brock Johnson was passionate about social media and surrounded by influencers, yet it took nearly a decade of consistent content creation before he finally went viral on Instagram. Through years of trial and error, he cracked the code for organic growth on the platform. In this episode, Brock shares his blueprint for Instagram success, breaking dow…

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Honey Don't with Mattie Lubchansky 2:35:59

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Honey Don’t? Honey probably shouldn’t have. But that’s okay, because Honey, we’re gonna talk about it anyway! Writer and illustrator Mattie Lubchansky joins us to close out our Coens series with Ethan and Tricia’s latest offering from earlier this year. How do we feel about Margaret Qualley and Aubrey Plaza as performers? How do we feel about Chris…

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FULL EP | Billboard Reveals Hottest Female Rapper List; God Ain’t Pleased with Diddy; Brian McKnight Jr Tells Disheartening Story of Brian McKnight and His Dying Son; and MORE 38:48

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The Morning Hustle crew dives into celebrity mess and moral accountability in an episode that swings from rap rankings to heartbreaking family revelations. Alton kicks off the Lo’Down by breaking down Billboard’s “Top 10 Hottest Female Rappers of 2025,” running through a list that includes Ice Spice, Monaleo, Pluto, Latto, Megan Thee Stallion, Bunn…

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Food Friday 12/5/25: Baking with Chef Gail Sokol 48:37

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Chef Gail Sokol is back to teach us how to make a Raspberry Almond Frangipane Tart. Ray Graf hosts.

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Stephen Wolfram: How AI Works and How to Use It to Stay Ahead | Artificial Intelligence | AI Vault 1:12:17

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Now on Spotify Video! Most people have been using AI for decades, but only a few understand how to leverage it. After more than 40 years in the field, Stephen Wolfram has seen how breakthroughs like ChatGPT seem to emerge out of nowhere, and he believes the real power isn’t the technology itself, but learning how to think in a way machines can work…

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FULL EP | Tisha Campbell is Having a Problem Dating; Woman Refuses to Leave Iman Shumpert’s Home; Netflix Responds to Diddy and His Legal Team; and MORE 43:36

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A mix of mess, music, and celebrity headlines had The Morning Hustle buzzing as the crew dug into three stories that had social media talking nonstop. Dating in Hollywood doesn’t get easier with time, and Tisha Campbell opened up about how hard it’s been finding love after her divorce, especially with fans still seeing her as “Gina” instead of the …

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Pets and Vets with Dr. Carrie O'Loughlin 12/4/25 50:24

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Dr. Carrie O’Loughlin joins us to answer questions about your four legged friend. Ray Graf hosts.

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Home Improvement with Darren Tracy 12/3/25 50:08

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Home repairs can be vexing. Don't fret. Darren Tracy is back to offer a little advice about home maintenance and repair. Ray Graf hosts.

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FULL EP | Rapper Toosii Committed to Syracuse to Play Football; Fans Are Worried About NBA Youngboy After Social Media Post; Ray J Tells Beyoncé and Jay Z to Pull Up on Brandy; and MORE 43:20

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The Morning Hustle jumps right into eye-catching headlines as the team breaks down the surprising news that rapper Toosii has committed to play college football at Syracuse University, sparking debates about age limits, eligibility rules, and whether artists should chase athletic dreams later in life — with plenty of laughs at the idea of some of t…

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Phenix City: The Murder of Eric Nelams 33:14

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Army veteran and father Eric Nelams, 32, was shot and killed outside his Phenix City, Alabama home on September 26, 2003. Multiple suspects ambushed Eric in his carport while he was leaving for work in what police believe was a planned attack. Twenty-two years later, Eric's murder remains unsolved. His family believes someone in the interconnected …

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FULL EP | Coco Jones to Sing ‘Lift Every Voice’ at Super Bowl 60; Megan Thee Stallion Wins Defamation Case; Kash Doll Was a No Show at Concert and Tells Why; and MORE 49:04

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The Morning Hustle kicks off with Lore’l, Kyle Santillian and Alton Walker reacting to the big news that Coco Jones has been tapped to sing “Lift Every Voice and Sing” at Super Bowl 60, celebrating how major it is for a young Black R&B star to be part of the pre-game lineup at Levi’s Stadium alongside performers like Charlie Puth and Brandi Carlile…

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Birding with Rich Guthrie and Julie Hart 12/2/25 48:10

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Winter is almost here. Do you think the birds give a hoot? No way! The bird experts are back to tell you all about it. Julie Hart and Rich Guthrie return to Studio A to answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts.

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Walt Interviews David Otey – Own the Virtual Stage 1:00:00

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Do you want to know how to confidently connect with an unseen audience? David Otey will show us how to own the virtual stage. David Otey gets it. He understands the challenges of presenting technical material. In the 1990s, while working as a broadcast engineer, David made a presentation at a conference of his peers. Immediately after lunch (i.e., …

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Medical Monday 12/1/25: Bariatric Surgery with Dr. Samuel Hykin 47:33

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We welcome Dr. Samuel Hykin, a bariatric surgeon at St. Peter’s Health Partners Bariatric and Metabolic Care, a nationally accredited center dedicated to helping patients achieve lasting health. Ray Graf hosts.

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Kevin O'Leary: The Game-Changing Habits That Set Top Entrepreneurs Apart | Entrepreneurship | YAPLive | E376 1:16:23

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Now on Spotify video! Starting a business is brutally hard, and Kevin O’Leary is a living example of that truth. Despite early failures, he went on to build and sell The Learning Company for $4.2 billion in one of the most competitive tech markets in history. As an investor in over 50 companies, he can spot true entrepreneurs from a mile away and k…

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SOB 518 Features: Ray Charles, Diana Krall, Duane Allman, Danny Caron, Boogaloo Joe Jones, Tony Zamagni, Jimmy Heath, Norman Simmons & Santo Farina 4:07:21

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Artist Song Album Label Notes - Bernard Herrmann Twilight Zone - End Title - Dream Theme 40th Anniversary Twilight Zone - 1st Season - 1959 Silva Treasury - 4CD's 2022 SOB Twilight Zone Theme - Diana Krall Just the Way You Are by Billy Joel w/Michael Brecker, Christian McBride, Lewis Nash + Live In Paris - 2002 - Tommy LiPuma Produced Verve Diana K…

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Drive Away Dolls with mxmtoon 2:30:38

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Two gals and a briefcase full of dicks. What more could an 84 minute caper need? mxmtoon joins us to chat about Ethan Coen and Tricia Cooke’s lesbian road trip movie Drive Away Dolls, and brings with her the fascinating perspective of someone whose first Coen movie was…Drive Away Dolls! We’re chatting about Ethan and Tricia’s unconventional relatio…

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Michelle Tillis Lederman: 7 Mindset Shifts That Turn Networking Into Your Greatest Advantage | Leadership | YAPClassic 49:41

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After being laid off, Michelle Tillis Lederman landed a new job in just three days, thanks to her mindset of intentional relationship-building, not luck. That experience inspired her to create the “Connector’s Advantage,” a framework for building authentic connections that drive faster and better results. In this episode, Michelle reveals how organ…