Best Sean Kent Podcasts (2026)

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Mixing Legends Live: Robert Scovill at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 1:32:08

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You step into the pressure cooker of elite live sound, where Robert Scovill shows you why chaos is often the best teacher. From mixing Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductions with zero margin for error to handling full-band changeovers on the fly, you learn that perfection is worth chasing but dangerous to demand. You hear why live mixing beats the s…

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The Hidden Work of Fun: Systems for Working Musicians with Richard Page 1:11:45

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You love the music, but being a working musician comes with friction, and this episode tackles it head-on. You dig into the real difference between tribute bands and celebration projects, how to prep when multiple gigs stack up fast, and why anxiety creeps in when preparation gets sloppy. You explore how much rehearsal is enough, when studio versio…

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Lindsay Manfredi’s Road to Cold: Music, Micro-Pivots, and Radical Self-Worth 1:06:07

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You follow Lindsay Manfredi’s wild, non-linear path from merch table to main stage, and she shows you exactly how saying yes, showing up, and outworking your fear can change your entire trajectory. You hear how she moved to Florida at twenty chasing a rock-star dream, became an instant Cold superfan, and eventually landed the bass gig through a Twi…

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Why Peter Thiel’s Founder Rules Keep Paying Off 1:08:04

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A Note from James: One of my favorite conversations on this show was with Peter Thiel. Yes—PayPal, Facebook, Palantir, and a dozen other hits. I first ran this episode years ago, and the advice still holds up. The same stories, the same frameworks—and the same challenge to think from first principles. Here’s Peter Thiel, one of the most influential…

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“If You’re Still Trying to Be Rational Now, You’re Crazy:” Comedian Tim Dillon on Being Informed vs. Being Ignorant 1:49:04

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A Note from James: Tim Dillon is crazy—in the best way. Not “institution” crazy. Crazy smart. Years ago he told me things about Epstein, hustle culture, and how the world really works that felt outlandish then and obvious now. He’s quirky, honest, and usually right about what to pay attention to. Also, he’s flat-out funny. Let’s bring Tim back and …

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Booking Smarter, Singing Harder: Demetri Papanicolau on Gig Life 1:10:51

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You follow Demetri Papanicolau’s winding path from Fidelity financial consultant to full-time booking agent and working musician, discovering how taking risks, saying yes to scary gigs, and learning from every stage moment shaped his career. You hear how singing AC/DC and Zeppelin in high school, drilling Beatles harmonies, and navigating the evolu…

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Mets losing Edwin Diaz to Dodgers is BAFFLING + Jayson Stark on Jeff Kent to the Hall of Fame 50:45

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On a new episode of "The Show," Joel Sherman & Jon Heyman react to the Mets losing Edwin Diaz to the Dodgers and why not only is it a huge loss on the field, but also one to a clubhouse that is already in turmoil. Plus, what Kyle Schwarber re-signing with the Phillies means for the Pete Alonso market. Later, MLB writer Jayson Stark joins the guys t…

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From Hiatus to 250K Streams: The Gale Bird Story with Sean Monahan 58:56

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Sean Monahan from Gale Bird joins Dave Hamilton to walk you through their path of being successful working musicians in an original band. You follow Gale Bird’s path from college songwriting to a 13-year hiatus and a full-tilt return that finally landed Gale Bird on a label. You hear how the band treats music as both passion and business, blending …

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How to Challenge Moon Landing Hoax Theories: Insights from Brian Keating 1:01:32

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James brings back astrophysicist Brian Keating for a practical takedown of moon-landing conspiracy claims—and a wider lesson in how to reason when everyone has a microphone. From the Van Allen belts to “the flag waving,” Keating separates physics from folklore, explains what evidence actually looks like (hello, laser retroreflectors), and gives a p…

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Digital Social Hour Podcast by Sean Kelly: Why Gen Z Might Be the Most Talented Generation in History 57:48

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Today, we're sharing the recent episode of the Digital Social Hour Podcast by Sean Kelly. James Altucher joins the show to break down why the 10,000-hour rule is a myth, how to cheat your way into the top 1%, why obsession matters more than talent, and how AI is now the greatest mentor of all time. From entrepreneurship and failure… to mental healt…

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Joe Benigno Lays Out What He Wants The Mets To Do This Offseason + Addresses Reported WFAN Shakeup 48:03

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On a new episode of "The Show," Jon Heyman is joined by WFAN radio legend Joe Benigno. Joe discusses why he doesn't like David Stearns and lays out his perfect Mets offseason. Plus, they discuss the report from our own Mike Puma about the issues in the clubhouse as well as the WFAN shakeup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…

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Founder’s Club – Episode 60: Sean Callagy and the Journey Toward the First Blind Self Funded Unicorn 43:07

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In this episode of Founder’s Club, host Dez DeCosta sits down with Sean Callagy, the legally blind attorney, entrepreneur, and creator of the UNBLINDED Formula. Sean shares how he went from captain of the Columbia University baseball team to building Callagy Law, a multistate firm with more than one hundred team members, and how his gradual loss of…

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Gig Wisdom & Scheduled Fun Time with Matt Musty of Train 1:04:01

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Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look with Train’s drummer Matt Musty and host Dave Hamilton as they dive deep into gig wisdom, touring tips, and pro gear secrets. Learn why being on time, managing your role smartly, and balancing music, money, and the hang is essential for a successful music career. From handling days off and staying rested on t…

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How AI Will Change Hollywood Forever: Tye Sheridan & Nikola Todorovic on AI, VFX, and the Future of Filmmaking 1:03:35

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A Note from James: Tye Sheridan is one of my favorite actors. You might know him as Cyclops in the X-Men movies (Apocalypse, etc.) or as the lead in Ready Player One—which is not only a great movie but also one of my favorite sci-fi books. One of his first films was Mud with Matthew McConaughey. What I didn’t realize: since 2016, while still acting…

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Don Mattingly Reveals The World Series Moment He Wants Back + Sean Casey Believes This Was A Top 3 World Series All-Time 45:02

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This week on "The Show," Jon Heyman is joined by special guest co-host Sean Casey! Jon & Sean talk to Yankees legend and Blue Jays bench coach during their World Series run Don Mattingly. They discuss Toronto's relentless hitting philosophy, the moment he'd like to have back, another shot at the Hall of Fame and what's next after announcing he'd st…

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Inside Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys, and The Beatles with David Leaf 1:02:35

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You drop into this episode walking side-by-side with David Leaf as he revisits the moments that shaped his life around Brian Wilson’s genius. You hear how Brian needed unconditional connection to create, how Leaf found himself driving tour vans, sitting in private Sinatra rehearsals, and realizing he had to earn his place in those rooms. From LA tr…

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AI That Helps, Schools That Don’t, and How Not to Go Crazy with Prof. Brian Keating 1:41:08

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Episode Description: James sits down with astrophysicist Brian Keating for a candid, useful tour through three hot zones: how to think about AI (and where it actually helps), what’s broken in higher ed and admissions right now, and why outsourcing your mood to politics is a losing strategy. You’ll hear first-hand stories (from UC San Diego classroo…

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Kent Heckenlively on Catastrophic Disclosure: UFO Whistleblowers, Government Spin, and James’s 85% Rule 1:01:38

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A Note from James: Are UFOs real or not? For 80 years there have been credible whistleblowers saying the government recovered craft—and even bodies. That’s why I wanted Kent Heckenlively on, the author of Catastrophic Disclosure: The Deep State, Aliens, and the Truth. I’m not here to decide for you. I want to hear the best evidence, ask the obvious…

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Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo Discusses What The Mets Need To Do This Offseason 48:09

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On a new episode of "The Show," Jon Heyman is joined by legendary sports media personality Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo. Mad Dog discusses where this World Series ranks all-time, what he believes the Mets should do this offseason and takes a look at the Hall of Fame ballot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Founder’s Club – Episode 59: Redefining Divorce: Katherine Miller on Dignity, Emotional Intelligence, and Doing Law Differently 16:16

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Divorce is one of the most personal, and often painful, legal experiences anyone can go through. But what if it could be handled with dignity, empathy, and even growth? In this episode of Founder’s Club, Dez DeCosta interviews Katherine Miller, founder of the Miller Law Group, shares how she’s changing the way people experience divorce. From handli…

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Live Music, Live Mix: The Magic and the Math 1:14:31

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You know that moment when a gig just clicks — when everyone on stage suddenly realizes it’s more than just a show? That’s where this episode starts. You’ll hear how saying “yes” to new gigs can lead to unexpected magic, how the right players bring out the best in each other, and why being open to unfamiliar styles can change everything. Then the co…

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What We're Hearing About Mets, Yankees at GM Meetings + Tom Verducci on Where This World Series Ranks All-Time 48:44

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On a new episode of "The Show," Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman are joined by legendary MLB writer and reporter Tom Verducci. Tom discusses where this year's World Series ranks all-time, the unique perspective he has taking in these games from the dugout & who is the player that will define this offseason. Plus, Joel & Jon share what they're hearing ab…

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Wisdom Takes Work: Ryan Holiday on What AI Can’t Teach You 1:02:08

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A Note from James: Wisdom Takes Work is Ryan Holiday’s fourth book exploring the Stoic virtues, and this time he’s taking on the big one — wisdom. His earlier books on courage, temperance, and justice were all great conversations, but this one hit me personally. I’ve often thought I had wisdom, only to realize later that I didn’t — or at least not …

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Tangents, Tracks, and Tenacity with Adam Moskowitz 1:21:38

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In this episode, you’ll join Dave and returning guest co-host Adam Moskowitz, Chief Groove Officer of VAM Band, as they dive headfirst into the world of nanny tracks, first-gig chaos, and future-proofing your sound. From building tracks in Reaper to rehearsing smarter—not longer—you’ll learn how technology can help you bring your band’s best show t…

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Are The Dodgers Ruining Baseball? 49:51

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On a new episode of "The Show," Joel Sherman & Jon Heyman are joined by the GM of the back-to-back World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers, Brandon Gomes. Brandon recalls his emotions during some of the biggest moment of the World Series, how much longer Shohei Ohtani can still pitch and hit & if the Dodgers are ruining the sports. Plus, Joel & J…

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Jeff Pearlman on Tupac Shakur: The Myths, the Music, and the Man Behind the Legend 52:26

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A Note from James Tupac Shakur—one of the greatest rap artists ever—was shot and killed almost two decades ago. What else is there left to say about him? What new things can be said? Well, Jeff Pearlman’s new book, Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives of Tupac Shakur, takes on that challenge. In our conversation, we talk about what Jeff uncovered …

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Sound Better, Gig Smarter: Tools, Tips, and Gear That Work 58:34

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In this solo hang, you dig into the real tools that keep your sound clean and your gigs tight. You’ll learn how to tame noisy tracks with the Accusonus ERA bundle, Waves Clarity Vx, and iZotope RX, plus a few quick tricks from SoundDesk to make your mixes shine. Then it’s time to talk ears—Huberman-style—with magnesium and NAC tips for keeping your…

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Keith Hernandez Believes Mets MUST Re-Sign Pete Alonso & Edwin Diaz + Blue Jays Bounce Back From 18-Inning Classic 53:09

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On a new episode of "The Show," Joel Sherman & Jon Heyman are joined by Mets legend and broadcaster Keith Hernandez. Keith discusses one of the most disappointing seasons in Mets history and why they collapsed the way they did, his future in the SNY booth & if NYM's coaching turnover can make a difference. Plus, Joel and Jon breakdown the Blue Jays…

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Former FBI Agent, Eric O’Neill on Spies, Lies, and the Cyber Wars We’re Already Losing 57:47

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A Note from James Oh my gosh—I was scared after this one. In this episode, I learned about what’s really on the dark web… and the even scarier stuff on what’s called the deep web. Eric O’Neill—who, by the way, is the former FBI agent who brought down Robert Hanssen, the biggest double agent in U.S. history—joined me for this conversation. Hanssen w…

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Laughs, Life, and Lessons with James "Diamond" Williams from The Ohio Players 48:20

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This week, you’re sitting down with funk legend James “Diamond” Williams from The Ohio Players! From his jazz roots and early gigs at age 14 to shaping the groove of “Love Rollercoaster” and “Fire,” Diamond shares how precision, persistence, and passion built one of the most iconic sounds in funk. You’ll hear stories of wild recording schedules, la…

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I Know that She Knows that I Know that She Knows: Steven Pinker on the Mysteries of Money, Power, and Everyday Life 1:07:50

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A Note from James I first got really impressed with Steven Pinker when he wrote The Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined. He basically shows that over the past 10,000 years, every single century has been less violent than the one before it. You might think, “That can’t include the 20th century,” right? We had World War I, World Wa…

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Pat Murphy Says Beating the Cubs was Emotionally Draining + Blue Jays-Dodgers World Series Preview 53:54

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This week on "The Show," Joel Sherman & Jon Heyman are joined by Brewers manager Pat Murphy. They discuss running into the "buzzsaw" Dodgers, why beating the rival Cubs was emotionally draining & the role of a manager in modern baseball. Plus, Joel and Jon talk about the Blue Jays Game 7 win to go to the World Series for the first time in 32 years …

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Beyond The Stage: How Band Summits Change Everything 59:07

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Mike Schulte returns to Gig Gab for a deep dive into the conversations that make bands stronger. You’ll explore how band summits—those intentional moments to step away from gigs and just talk—can reset your focus, rebuild trust, and make your group operate like a real team. From redefining what success looks like to refining how you plan your shows…

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Obsession, Secrets, and Sleight of Hand: Inside the Hidden World of Modern Magicians with Ian Frisch 1:26:14

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A Note from James I’ve always loved books where a journalist gets so deep into a subculture that they become part of it. Magic Is Dead by Ian Frisch is one of those. He starts out covering a secret society of magicians—“The 52,” named for the cards in a deck—and ends up becoming one of them. It reminded me of other favorites like Word Freak (Scrabb…

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A.J. Hinch On Epic Game 5 + Should Yankees Move On From Aaron Boone After Being Eliminated By Blue Jays? 55:54

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On a new episode of "The Show," Joel Sherman & Jon Heyman are joined by Tiger manager A.J. Hinch. He talks about the epic 15 inning Game 5, if there are any decisions from that game he regrets and Tarik Skubal entering his walk year. Plus, Joel & Jon breakdown the Yankees being eliminated by the Blue Jays in the ALDS in four games, if Aaron Boone s…

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Founder’s Club – Episode 58: Fighting for the Injured: Romel Ambarchyan on Winning Big with a Client-First Law Firm 22:40

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In this episode of the Founder’s Club Podcast, host Dez DeCosta sits down with Romel Ambarchyan, Managing Partner and co-founder of RA & Associates, a powerhouse personal injury law firm proving that personal attention and major results can go hand in hand. Romel shares how his family-owned firm has secured multi-million dollar settlements, includi…

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The Power of the Page: Inside Cover Band Central’s Massive Reach with Steve Witschel 1:15:01

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You’re diving into the power of persistence and adaptability in this episode of Gig Gab with guest co-host Steve Witschel. From building and moderating a 132,000-member Cover Band Central group to navigating Facebook’s monetization chaos with the nearly-1,000,000-member Facebook page, Steve shares how he transformed challenges into content gold. Yo…

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Stornoway's Oli Steadman on his 30-mile woodland walk in south London 40:25

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Welcome to the Unlocking Landscapes podcast with me, Daniel Greenwood! Oli Steadman is a founding member of the indie folk pop band Stornoway. Inspired by their music’s deep connection to biodiversity conservation, he has been obsessed for some years with the quest to #FreeTheBatteryHuman, by connecting people to the great outdoors. This is the mis…