Best Rescue Rigging Podcasts (2025)

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Can You Trust the CDC? 20:50

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What’s next for the CDC after its director was fired? Have politics fully infiltrated public health? And where should Americans turn for reliable health guidance? We turn to someone who used to run the agency for answers. Guest: Dr. Richard Besser, former acting CDC director Have something you think we should know? Call us at 202-240-2895. --- Host…

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Devastated by Katrina, Rescued by Music 22:04

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20 years after the levees broke, New Orleans continues to feel the impacts from Hurricane Katrina. We hear from three generations of Katrina survivors about how music has helped the city recover and move forward. Guests: Michael White, Keith Frazier, Jaron “Bear” Williams --- Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn…

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Why Trump’s Attempt to Reshape the Fed Could Backfire 20:32

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President Donald Trump continues to insist that his aggressive tariff policies will not raise prices for consumers. But little by little, customers are starting to see the opposite. We hear about the phenomenon called ‘sneakflation’ (and why it may not actually be so sneaky) and how Trump’s attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook could i…

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Might at the Museum: Trump Targets the Smithsonian 20:59

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Critics say President Donald Trump’s attacks on the Smithsonian museum system amount to an attempt to whitewash American history. A historian tells us why the administration's claims about ‘overemphasizing’ slavery do a disservice to all Americans. Guest: Leah Wright Rigueur, political historian & associate professor, Johns Hopkins University --- H…

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He Used to Lead ICE. He Doesn’t Love What He’s Seeing. 21:12

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Recent incidents involving aggressive ICE tactics have outraged critics of President Donald Trump’s deportation agenda. We hear from a former ICE official about whether its reputation as a lawless agency is warranted – and what it could mean for future recruiting efforts. Guest: John Sandweg, former acting ICE director Have a question about the new…

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What Trump’s DC Takeover is Really About 19:55

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As President Donald Trump’s takeover of Washington, DC law enforcement continues, some critics are questioning just how much safer it will make the streets – and whether the tactics will soon be replicated in other cities. We hear from an expert who believes there may be other motivations behind Trump’s unprecedented actions in the capital. Guest: …

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Will a Trump Meeting Help Putin Take More of Ukraine? 19:32

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President Donald Trump is set to meet Russian president Vladimir Putin on Friday in Alaska for a high-stakes meeting about the war in Ukraine. But will the country Russia invaded have any say into how it ends? A Russia expert explains how Putin’s time in the KGB has prepared him for this moment and why he will likely consider the meeting a success …

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How Vaccine Opt-Outs Could Put Classrooms at Risk 19:10

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As schools start to reopen across the country, new CDC data shows that a record share of US kindergartners missed required vaccinations last school year. It comes as Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to downplay vaccine efficacy and slash funding for research and development. We hear from a county health administra…

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Trump Thinks the Jobs Numbers are Rigged. Here’s the Reality. 20:11

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President Donald Trump’s firing of the commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics has some economic experts on edge just as new tariffs are about to take effect. We examine how Trump’s attempts to control official narratives are out of an authoritarian playbook and look at its potential impact on all Americans. Guest: Phil Mattingly, CNN Chief …

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300. Believe with Chris Rogers 1:58:54

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India win the series 2-2…somehow. The best thing in sport is always is the next thing. Bring on the Ashes. Is Cam Green Australians long term number 3? Umpire social media campaigns .India were on the canvas countless times and they’ve fought back. Chris Rogers joins us to preview the Ashes, Sheffield Shield and talk all things Australian cricket a…

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EXTRAORDINARY INDIA WIN BY 6 RUNS | ENG v IND | Day 5 | 5th Test 29:51

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INDIA WIN BY 6 RUNS. Siraj is the man. After 25 days everyone is left like Randy from South Park climaxing over their computer screens. The end of a perfectly even test series. TGC's new book Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings is available for pre-order now AUSTRALIAN LISTENERS CAN PLACE PRE-ORDERS HERE and LISTENERS OUTSIDE OF AUSTRALIA CAN PRE-ORDER H…

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Glorious Root & Brook Put England Within Reach | ENG v IND | Day 4 | 5th Test 25:28

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England are 35 runs away from closing out a 3-1 series win over India, thanks to Harry Brook, Joe Root and an Englishman in a Bangladesh ODI top. England went all in while we were popping feathers in the letterbox for some reason. TGC's new book Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings is available for pre-order now AUSTRALIAN LISTENERS CAN PLACE PRE-ORDERS H…

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Why Trump’s EPA Wants to Ditch Its Most Powerful Pollution Tool 20:45

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Climate scientists are sounding the alarm after the Trump administration proposed to repeal a landmark finding that human-caused climate change endangers human health and safety, which has been the basis for several federal rules limiting greenhouse gas pollution. We hear from a former EPA administrator who is worried the move could end up empoweri…

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Jaiswal Imperious As England Drop Six! | ENG v IND | Day 3 | 5th Test 27:58

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23 days of test match cricket and here we are. We are either in for an all-time climax or some pathetic dribble of medical concern. Jaiswal pops in Akash Deeps slipstream. Demoralisation for England, India in a sensational position. Join us on Patreon for an extra hour of AskTGC Fridays every week plus access to the entire 250 epsisode back catalog…

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Siraj, Krishna Lead India Fight Back | ENG v IND | Day 2 | 5th Test 24:59

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The game is poised, haymakers are being thrown, Krishna has become the Sledger-In-Chief all of a sudden, Siraj gets upgraded from bridesmaid to bride and we have just witnessed the best day of cricket throughout this whole five test series. TGC's new book Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings is available for pre-order now AUSTRALIAN LISTENERS CAN PLACE PR…

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Karun Nair Fifty Rescues Day For India | ENG v IND | Day 1 | 5th Test 19:46

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More offensive personal milestones by India. Statistically one of the flattest summers on record. This is starting to look familiar for cricket in England. India’s lost 15 tosses in a row. Shubbers looked regal again before being involved in one of the worst runouts in cricket. Punter loves the sound of Shubmans bat on ball. Josh Tongue hits some v…

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Is the Hunger Crisis in Gaza a Tipping Point in the War? 21:38

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Israel has taken some steps to relax restrictions on aid into Gaza in recent days amid a steady stream of horrific images of starving and emaciated Palestinians emerging from the besieged enclave. We hear from the leader of one aid group who believes much more needs to be done – and why only one man can help make it happen. Guest: Arwa Damon, presi…

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299. The Cricket Police 1:24:00

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Tough day for England fans online. Milestones aplenty but which ones count and which ones don’t? Australia sweep the West Indies. Thank you England. Everyone’s putting a perspective forward. Victorian Premiere Cricket have introduced a DISGRACEFUL new law surrounding afternoon teas. Australia A watch, touring the West Indies and the BBL's proposed …

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England Toys Out Pram As India Saves Test | ENG vs IND | Day 5 | 4th Test 33:46

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Well well well…. Consider me entertained. Toys are out the pram. Everyone is melting down. England are moral grandstanding again. Shubman Gill steps into captaincy triumphantly. Cry me amore. Join us on Patreon for an extra hour of AskTGC Fridays every week plus access to the entire 250 epsisode back catalogue. https://www.patreon.com/gradecrickete…

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Psychedelics in the Trump Era: From Counterculture...to Conservative? 20:49

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Former Texas governor and US Energy Secretary Rick Perry is not someone you’d think would be advocating for controversial psychedelic therapies to treat mental illness and PTSD. Yet he is one of a growing number of prominent Republican voices stepping forward to push for more research. In part two of our series, we trace why the politics of psyched…

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Stokes Spectacular As KL And Shubbers Fight For India | ENG vs IND | Day 4 | 4th Test 19:35

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England fans, Is this good? Have England batted too well? Is this the beginning of the downfall of cricket? Hello darkness my old friend. Ben Stokes father of India.England bowl KL and Shubbers some throw downs. Join us on Patreon for an extra hour of AskTGC Fridays every week plus access to the entire 250 epsisode back catalogue. https://www.patre…

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Root Catching Sachin As England Dominate India | ENG v IND | Day 3 | 4th Test 24:17

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England lead by too many. Today the series is over. England bat India into the dirt. India’s 9th defeat in 12 test matches. The wheels have fallen off. Joe Root is now the 2nd highest run scorer ever. They’ve flown Punter in as a human punching bag. Can India secure a heroic draw? Join us on Patreon for an extra hour of AskTGC Fridays every week pl…

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Duckett and Crawley Punish Poor Indian Bowling | ENG v IND | Day 2 | 4th Test 28:02

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England take the advantage after India take their foot off the gas. Stokesy has his first bag in 8 years. England fans have a new Jofra-Stokes bowling partnership to fantasise over. Rishabh Pant is doing it for his country and Crawley and Duckett quickly undo Indias hard work from Day 1. Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single…

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The Life & Times of Rishabh | ENG v IND | Day 1 | 4th Test 23:03

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Chris Woakes is breaking bat handles with his offies, Pant will be Pant and is Liam Dawson the most un-Bazball cricketer to get the call-up to this Bazball team? Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https://www.patreon.com/gra…

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MAGA Is Hungry for More Epstein Info. Will Trump Feed Them? 22:26

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While President Donald Trump seems eager to move on from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the loudest MAGA voices don’t seem to be. But will the backlash actually hurt Trump’s presidency? We dig into just how much anger there actually is amongst Republicans and why there is a growing bipartisan push for transparency in Congress. Guest: Aaron…

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298. Dark Places 1:25:49

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The boys are back, discussing the fallout and studying the fall off of the Windies tour, just how low Boland’s average needs to drop to get the call up, Konstas (read: Constance) liking his player rating, gold-encrusted jerseys, Ben Stokes’ heroics (and the dark places therein), Brydon Carse and his father, Ashwin and his father questioning the tec…

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Psychedelics in the Trump Era: A Veteran’s Road to Recovery 20:52

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HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and other Trump officials seem open to embracing psychedelics as treatment for serious conditions trauma, depression and drug addiction. The shift has excited advocates, but some experts worry the hype could be getting ahead of science and safety. In part one of a two-part series, we hear from someone who says a …

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AI & Antisemitism: Can They Be Separated? 19:05

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Note: This episode contains descriptions of offensive language. Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company xAI was forced to issue an apology after its chatbot Grok started spewing violent and antisemitic responses to user prompts last week. We examine why Grok isn’t the only chatbot that has an antisemitism problem and why hate speech might actua…

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Crats, Barrel and a Shower of Records | WI v AUS | Day 3 | 3rd Test 31:16

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West Indies skittled in a record breaking barrage of wickets. Is it funny or sad? Crats celebrates his 100th test in style. Boland bags a hat trick to add to his growingly impressive test cricket career accomplishments. Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio f…

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Stokes Puts England On His Back, Again | ENG v IND | Day 5 | 3rd Test 22:50

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It was a slow-burn of a game that burst into life every now and then, it was only befitting that it would go into the final session and end like that. Some are calling it the worst close game in history, but we would never say that. Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the excl…

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Disgraceful Australia Look For Series Clean Sweep | WI v AUS | Day 2 | 3rd Test 28:16

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The Australians have more than enough to win this game, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't be taking to the streets with pitchforks. Can anybody see the ball here, by the way? Coming to you from inside a factory. Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from al…

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England Surge Late As Game Comes To Life | ENG v IND | Day 4 | 3rd Test 18:37

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It was a day that we all woke up as Carse rocked India and Siraj proved once again that a coat, is a coat, is a coat. Coming to you from the echoey confines of the Hammersmith Apollo. Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https…

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Why Aren't Windies 6 Down? | WI v AUS | Day 1 | 3rd Test 21:51

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See TGC LIVE in the UK London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer Sign up to Patreon for a 10% or 20% discount using a special code at the above mentioned Patre…

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Scammers Are in Their ‘FraudGPT’ Era 16:53

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A recent diplomatic cable revealed that someone has been using artificial intelligence to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a bid to gain access to accounts or information. It comes amid a rise in deepfake scams targeting victims around the world. We look at whether law enforcement is equipped to deal with the problem – and what a diffe…

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KL Stars As Test Finds Late Spice | ENG v IND | Day 3 | 3rd Test 22:04

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If you're only going to watch one cricket match this year, don't make it this one. Unless you're exclusively watching the last half hour of today's play on repeat. See TGC LIVE in London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer Sign …

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Root 100, Bumrah 5, Jofra Rockets | ENG v IND | Day 2 | 3rd Test 20:55

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See TGC LIVE in London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer Sign up to Patreon for a 10% or 20% discount using a special code at the above mentioned Patreon site. You can follow The Grade Cricketer on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok …

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Root Cruises As Bazball Goes Missing | ENG v IND | Day 1 | 3rd Test 20:30

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Today was a day that the Teddy Bears did not have their picnics. What they did have was a phalanx of dapper delight around the Home of Cricket. Root stranded overnight on 99 and did England make an admission about Bazball? See TGC LIVE in London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our Y…

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Should We Rethink Extreme Weather Warnings? 20:52

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In the days since the catastrophic flooding in central Texas, some have been asking: could more have been done to warn residents? We examine what we know about the communication between federal and local officials and look at how a warming world might necessitate a different approach to emergency notifications. Guest: Bernadette Woods Placky, Clima…

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297. Lara's 401 Or Whatever It Was, With Stuart Broad & Jos Buttler 1:45:51

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Live from inside the Lord’s Pavilion, why the hell did Mulder declare? India's domination at Edgbaston, Slug v Stokes and we're joined on the pod by Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler. Watch & listen to Stuart Broad & Jos Buttler's new podcast For The Love of Cricket here. See TGC LIVE in London at the Eventim Apollo Sunday 13th July Check out our Patreo…

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Safety As Cartel Cleans Up | WI v AUS | Day 4 | 2nd Test 24:31

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Australians should be purring like cats in unison after this result. See TGC LIVE in the UK London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer Sign up to Patreon for a 10% or 20% discount using a special code at the above mentioned Patr…

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Historic India Win Levels Series | ENG v IND | Day 5 | 2nd Test 20:36

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See TGC LIVE in the UK London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer Sign up to Patreon for a 10% or 20% discount using a special code at the above mentioned Patre…

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Inside a Rush to Relocate from Trump’s America 18:51

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More Americans are starting to follow through with threats to leave the country in President Trump’s second term. We hear about what went into one family’s decision and why some are leaning on dual citizenship as a defacto ‘insurance policy.’ Guest: Anna Cooban, CNN Business and Economics Reporter Have a question about the news? Have a story you th…

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Future Bright As Green Throws Bat, Swears | WI v AUS | Day 3 | 2nd Test 22:04

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Never doubted Green at 3, Smith's ticking off, everything is good in Australian cricket. See TGC LIVE in the UK London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer Sign …

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King Shubman, Stand Up If You Still Believe | ENG v IND | Day 4 | 2nd Test 20:34

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India are a million runs in front, which is a compliment to Bazball, really. See TGC LIVE in the UK London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer Sign up to Patreo…

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Australia Disgrace, In Front? | WI v AUS | Day 2 | 2nd Test 25:51

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Konstas the chop-on King, Usman's not getting any younger, Cummins is just an athlete, you can tell by the way I use my walk. See TGC LIVE in the UK London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https:/…

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Brook & Smith Go Big Amid Siraj Chaos | ENG v IND | Day 3 | 2nd Test 17:34

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Six ducks, six for Siraj and two blokes in the middle somehow figure it out amidst a conga line of Fred Flintstones. But have India bowled them out too soon? See TGC LIVE in the UK London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from al…

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Australia Disgrace, Won't Bat Twice | WI v AUS | Day 1 | 2nd Test 23:50

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See TGC LIVE in the UK London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer Sign up to Patreon for a 10% or 20% discount using a special code at the above mentioned Patre…

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Shubman’s Daddy Double | ENG v IND | Day 2 | 2nd Test 19:50

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Shubman goes large but why would you go to Day 2 of a Baseball test. Coming to you from the echoey bowels of Birmingham Town Hall. See TGC LIVE in the UK London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. ht…

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Shubman Class But No Bumrah | ENG v IND | Day 1 | 2nd Test 16:08

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Gill ascends the throne, Stokes' bouncers save the sport and Bumrah kept on ice for the good people at KPMG. E-I-E-I-O See TGC LIVE in the UK Birmingham, Town Hall - July 3 London, Eventim Apollo - July 13 Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our…

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What Trump's Megabill Could Mean for Your Bills 19:23

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As President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending package nears a final vote in Congress, many Americans just want to know how the bill would impact their lives. We explain how it could increase how much you pay for electricity and transportation – no matter where you live. Guest: Ella Nilsen, CNN Climate Reporter See the projection for your st…