Best Vanderbilt University Podcasts (2025)

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Associate Professor of Gender and Sexuality Studies at Vanderbilt University Shatema Threadcraft's publishes "The Labors of Resurrection" 17:55

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Black grief and Black death are among the most important forces in contemporary American politics. As Shatema Threadcraft argues in "The Labors of Resurrection," spectacular death—experienced publicly and violently—has given rise to global political movements, but it has also had an important gendered effect that has complicated Black women's relat…

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"The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports" by Nicholas Thompson 21:28

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Nicholas Thompson has long been known for his sharp and inquisitive mind as the former editor and chief of “Wired,” CEO of “The Atlantic,” and a writer who moves fluently between technology, culture, and the human stories that animate both. In his new memoir “The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports” Thompson turns inward exp…

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12/10/25 RT Panel 1:29:19

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Joseph Palamountain Jr. Chair in Government at Skidmore College Beau Breslin, Former New York 19th Congressman and NY Assemblyman John Faso, and Associate Professor of Government at Dutchess Community College and President of the World Affairs Coun…

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Improve Leadership Skills by Evolving your Self-Awareness, Strategic Decision Making and Situational Leadership 37:42

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When a linear career path falls apart, what comes next can define your leadership more than the title ever did. It’s in the unexpected turns: the pivots, pauses, and pressure points where leadership is truly tested. These moments not only challenge your strategy, but also sharpen your self-awareness, revealing how you show up when things don’t go a…

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Tyler Kavanaugh, Associate Head Baseball Coach, George Washington 1:03:52

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Tyler Kavanaugh is the Associate Head Baseball Coach at George Washington. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: CONTACT COACH MAZZONI: Feedback – give feedback to Wayne: [email protected] Recruiting Survey – fill out the survey at: https://forms.gle/2WTbk9DtZ9WSKs5G8 Other – other ways to get in touch: https://www.collegebaseballa…

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Book Picks - Marketblock Books and Open Door Bookstore 25:16

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This week's Book Picks comes from Cheryl McKeon is here from The Book House in Albany, New York and Marketblock Books in Troy, New York and Lily Bartels joins us from the Open Door Bookstore and Gift Gallery in Schenectady, New York.By Joe Donahue

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Diego Pavia 2025 Heisman finalist, quarterback who changed Vanderbilt football, College Football Playoff snub, locker room leadership, JUCO to SEC, NFL dreams, rough upbringing, his mom's viral moments ... 55:46

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“I feel like no one believes in me and that’s my approach. I got the underdog mentality and that’s what I’ll have all my life.” Diego Pavia We headed to Nashville to sit with one of sports' biggest breakout stars who's improbable journey has landed him in the national spotlight and on this episode of The Pivot Podcast, we learn more about one of th…

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Book release celebration for "Yiddish: A Global Culture" at The Bookstore in Lenox on 12/14 16:13

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“Yiddish: A Global Culture” at the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, Massachusetts is the first ever museum exhibition to showcase the extraordinary vibrancy and breadth of modern Yiddish culture - its literature, theater, art, music, journalism, politics - from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day.David Mazower, Chief Curator and writer of …

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12/9/25 RT Panel 1:26:38

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are CEO of The Business Council of New York State Heather Mulligan, Former Vice President for Editorial Development at the New York Press Association Judy Patrick, and Former Times Union Associate Editor Mike Spain.…

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Troy Foundry Theatre presents atmospheric one-person production of "A Christmas Carol" 20:04

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Troy Foundry Theatre is an innovative, boundary-breaking theatre company based in Troy, NY, dedicated to creating original, immersive, and socially resonant performance.This holiday season, Troy Foundry Theatre presents the return of its spine-tingling, atmospheric, and deeply human adaptation of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” presented as a…

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12/8/25 RT Panel 1:27:26

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Preceptor in Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, and Public Relations for the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University Terry Gipson, Executive Director of Communities for Local Power and former White House Advance Lead Anna Markowi…

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Roundtable Panel: The Week in Review - Episode 244 59:30

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Each weekday morning, The Roundtable's Joe Donahue is joined by various experts, journalists, educators, and commentators to discuss current events. On Roundtable Panel: The Week in Review, we feature your favorite panelists discussing news items from the previous week.By Madeleine Reynolds

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Desmond Bane Orlando Magic's star leads 4-0 NBA Cup surge with consecutive 37-point games, reacts to his Memphis blockbuster trade, reveals truth on Ja Morant, names league’s rising stars and shares the ... 1:07:42

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“If you get on cruise control and let everything start festering, it’s gonna find a way to get out somehow…everybody makes mistakes, I made one and I apologized for it and moved on, and I’m better for it now.” Desmond Bane In one of the most authentic and real conversations we've had on The Pivot Podcast, Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor, and Channing Crowd…

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Joey Hammond, Head Baseball Coach, High Point University 1:02:11

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Joey Hammond is the Head Baseball Coach at High Point University. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: CONTACT COACH MAZZONI: Feedback – give feedback to Wayne: [email protected] Recruiting Survey – fill out the survey at: https://forms.gle/2WTbk9DtZ9WSKs5G8 Other – other ways to get in touch: https://www.collegebaseballadvisor.co…

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Capital Region Classical presents French accordionist Théo Ould at Union College 12/7 19:32

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French accordionist Théo Ould has been described by Le Monde as having “a masterly technique and an inexhaustible wealth of phrasing.” Ould began his musical education at the Marseille Conservatoire at the age of 6 and has become a rising star on the classical music scene.Ould is on his debut solo tour of the United States and Capital Regional Clas…

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Alissa Wilkinson explores Joan Didion's impressions of D.C. and Hollywood in "We Tell Ourselves Stories" 18:45

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In the new book “We Tell Ourselves Stories: Joan Didion and the American Dream Machine,” “New York Times” Film Critic Alissa Wilkinson, examines Didion’s influence through the lens of American mythmaking.By Joe Donahue

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12/5/25 RT Panel 1:31:19

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are President of Beyond Plastics, former EPA Regional Administrator, and co-author of the book "The Problem with Plastic" Judith Enck, Partner with the Albany law firm of Whiteman Osterman & Hanna, Cianna Freeman-Tolbert, Siena University Professor of …

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Cinematographer Sir Roger Deakins' shares career in "Reflections" 25:48

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Our next guest has been nominated for 16 Academy Awards winning twice for “Blade Runner 2049” and “1917.” Few cinematographers have shaped the look and language of modern cinema as profoundly as Roger Deakins. Over the course of five decades, he has worked with some of the most influential directors of our time brining to life films that have becom…

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"Deadwood: Gold, Guns, and Greed in the American West" by Peter Cozzens 15:30

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Sifting through layers and layers of myth and legend—from nineteenth-century dime novels to prestige dramas to the casino billboards outside of present-day Deadwood— author Peter Cozzens unveils the true face of Deadwood South Dakota. He does so in his new book “Deadwood: Gold, Guns, and Greed in the American West.” It is the true story of the Blac…

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Signing Day and the Coaching Carousel 27:27

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In this episode of The Vanderbilt West End Report, Sami Kincaid and Wesley Tate recap signing day plus talk about the coaching carousel. Should Lane Kiffin be allowed to coach Ole Miss to a National Championship? They discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data…

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12/4/25 RT Panel 1:29:37

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are public policy and communications expert Theresa Bourgeois, Ulster County Comptroller and the former president and CEO of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley March Gallagher, and Investment Banker on Wall St. Mark Wittman.…

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Bill Cilento, Associate Head Baseball Coach, Wake Forest 1:07:17

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Bill Cilento is the Associate Head Baseball Coach at Wake Forest University. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: CONTACT COACH MAZZONI: Feedback – give feedback to Wayne: [email protected] Recruiting Survey – fill out the survey at: https://forms.gle/2WTbk9DtZ9WSKs5G8 Other – other ways to get in touch: https://www.collegebasebal…

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Dominance in Knoxville and Lea Extension 21:32

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In this episode of the Vanderbilt West End Report, Sami Kincaid and Wesley Tate break down the 45-24 win over the Vols in Knoxville to cap the regular season. Plus, Vandy's Lady Commodores hosted the Elite 8 against TCU and went down in heartbreak fashion, Sami Kincaid was on the broadcast call and recaps the action. Lastly, it's announced a contra…

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Book Picks - Northshire Bookstore and Odyssey Bookshop 24:32

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This week's Book Picks comes from welcome Rachel Person of Northshire Books in Saratoga Springs and Manchester Center, VT and Joan Grenier of Odyssey Bookshop in South Hadley, MA join us this morning to present some of the finest authors and books that are making their way to store shelves this season.…

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John Pizzarelli Trio to perform Tony Bennet tribute at The Mahaiwe on 12/20 15:58

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Grammy Award-winning producer and guitarist extraordinaire, John Pizzarelli salutes the legendary Tony Bennett celebrating over 60 years of unparalleled artistry in the show: John Pizzarelli Trio: Tony Bennett – The Art of Excellence at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington, MA on Saturday, December 20th at 8:00 pm.…

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Amanda Vaill will be at Northshire Bookstore on 12/3 and The Book House on 12/6 for her new book "Pride and Pleasure" 12:29

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Emmy-nominated author, journalist, and critic Amanda Vaill will discuss her new joint biography of Angelica and Elizabeth Schuyler. Two women as formidable as and in some respect stronger than the men they loved, married, and mothered. She will be doing a pair of events in our region; she is the author of “Pride and Pleasure: The Schuyler Sisters i…

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12/3/25 RT Panel 1:17:51

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Professor of Political Studies, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Bard College Jonathan Becker, Dean of the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity at the Universi…

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#159: DAVIDSON COLLEGE MEN'S BASKETBALL COACH MATT MCKILLOP 32:29

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Send us a text We already had one solid Full Court Press : College Basketball Coaches Show so why not have another one as Davidson's Head Men's Basketball Coach Matt Mckillop joins us to talk Wildcats Hoops. Davidson is currently 6-1 and playing some GREAT basketball as Coach dishes on what it was like playing for his father, whose the second best …

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"The Problem with Plastic" by Judith Enck 31:50

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Judith Enck, whose new book "The Problem with Plastic" confronts one of the defining environmental issues of our time. Enck brings decades of experience - from her work at the EPA to her leadership of Beyond Plastics - to this investigation into the plastics crisis: how a material once celebrated for innovation now chokes our oceans, clogs our recy…

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Wes Moore on becoming first black Governor of Maryland, lessons from military to true meaning of service, shares story behind one name two fates, faith over fear, key to long marriage, Baltimore Ravens ... 1:07:11

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"Some of the best decisions I’ve made in my life have been rooted in faith where I couldn’t give a guarantee but I had faith and some of the worst decisions I’ve made in my life were rooted in fear.” Governor Wes Moore In this inspiring and wide-ranging conversation, Maryland Governor Wes Moore joins The Pivot Podcast to discuss leadership, purpose…

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Albany Symphony's holiday concerts at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall on 12/13 and 12/14 9:52

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The newly renovated Troy Savings Bank Music Hall will welcome two-time Grammy Award-winning Albany Symphony for dazzling holiday performances on December 13 and 14.Audiences will enjoy Haydn’s most famous work, the “Surprise” Symphony; Mozart’s greatest concerto, his Piano Concerto No. 20 in d minor, Bach’s joyful, virtuosic Brandenburg Concerto No…

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The Underground Railroad Education Center presents "Arias in the Afternoon: Lifting Every Voice" on 12/14 at the New York State Museum 9:00

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Arias in the Afternoon: Lifting Every Voice is an afternoon of music and history in support of the Underground Railroad Education Center on December 14th at 1PM at the New York State Museum.Join MC Rex Smith for the beauty of Handel’s Messiah with a performance by Daniel Pascoe Aguilar alongside the Smithsonian’s Voices and Votes exhibit, as they c…

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12/2/25 RT Panel 1:20:18

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Specialist in Government and Public Services Healthcare Consulting Azmat Ahmad, The Empire Report’s JP Miller, and Former Times-Union Associate Editor Mike Spain.By Joe Donahue

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#158: Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Men's Basketball Coach Eric Konkol 35:35

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Send us a text This week, we head to Tulsa to talk Golden Hurricanes Basketball with Head Men's Basketball Coach, Eric Konkol, as we discuss the success of this year, LL Cool J, Coach Larranga's love for movies and how good American Conference Ball is. Really solid episode and a MUST Listen! SUBSCRIBE to the Full Court Press YOU TUBE channel: https…

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Singer-songwriter and original host of "MTV Unplugged" Jules Shear will perform at the Byrdcliffe Theater on 12/6 24:45

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Renowned singer-songwriter, Jules Shear, who will take the stage at the historic Byrdcliffe Theater in Woodstock, New York for one night only – this coming Saturday, December 6 at 8 p.m. From iconic hits such as Cyndi Lauper's "All Through the Night," The Bangles' "If She Knew What She Wants," to Jules' own pop hit, "Steady," Jules Shear's songwrit…

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Music Haven's Passport Series returns to Proctors Theatre 16:45

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Proctors Collaborative welcomes Music Haven back for another year with the 2025-26 Passport Series. The series brings world-class music from four continents to stages in Schenectady and Saratoga Springs. This immersive cultural journey transports audiences to Québec, Sweden, the Middle East, and Colombia - without leaving the Capital Region.The ser…

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12/1/25 RT Panel 1:29:47

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Joseph Palamountain Jr. Chair in Government atSkidmore College Beau Breslin, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute Robert Pondiscio, and Political Consultant and lobbyist Libby Post.By Joe Donahue

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Roundtable Panel: The Week in Review - Episode 243 59:30

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Each weekday morning, The Roundtable's Joe Donahue is joined by various experts, journalists, educators, and commentators to discuss current events. On Roundtable Panel: The Week in Review, we feature your favorite panelists discussing news items from the previous week.

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Previewing the In-State Rivalry 22:53

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In this episode, Sami Kincaid and Wesley Tate preview the matchup with Tennessee. They break down the keys for each team and what's at stake for the Commodores. Also, Women's Soccer is hosting the Elite 8. The duo breaks down the Sweet 16 win over LSU. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio…

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Dominant Victory Over the Wildcats 8:51

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In this episode of The Vanderbilt West End Report, Sami Kincaid and Wesley Tate break down the dominant win over the Wildcats. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Bleav

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Lea Salonga performs at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall on 12/2 with her tour "Stage Screen and Everything in Between" 32:06

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The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall will celebrate its reopening with Lea Salonga’s “Stage Screen & Everything in Between” on Tuesday December 2nd at 7:30.Salonga is known for her roles on stage and in film. Her Broadway credits include “Les Misérables,” “Flower Drum Song,” "Allegiance,” the revival of “Once On this Island,” “Here Lies Love,” “Stephen…

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The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall will make its return by re-opening on 12/2 15:20

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The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall has embarked on a transformation to preserve its historic charm while evolving into a dynamic, year-round hub for community engagement and creative expression. By reimagining the former banking spaces, they are opening up new opportunities for education, celebrations, and gatherings.Their re-opening celebration conc…

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Jan Brett will kick off her holiday tour with her new book "The Christmas Sweater" on 11/28 15:26

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Best-selling author and illustrator Jan Brett launches the national tour for her new book “The Christmas Sweater” in Rutland Vermont on Friday, November 28th. It is the kickoff to her bus tour where she visits 23 cities in just 17 days. The new Christmas classic features an adventurous boy and an adorable pug in a Christmas sweater who saves the da…

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11/26/25 RT Panel 1:19:19

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Former Vice President for Editorial Development at the New York Press Association Judy Patrick, Executive Director of The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York Nic Rangel, Mayor of the City of Albany Kathy Sheehan, and Associate Professor in t…

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Book Picks - The Bookstore and Merritt Bookstore 25:29

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This week's Book Picks comes from Matt Tannenbaum from The Bookstore in Lenox, Massachusetts and Kira Wizner from Merritt Bookstore in Millbrook, New York.By Joe Donahue

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Darren Woodson 3x Super Bowl Champion on Dallas Cowboys dynasty playing for Jimmy Johnson, Jerry Jones, Thanksgiving football, Leon Lett, Troy Aikman, Michael Irvin, his greatest takeaway from Deion Sanders ... 1:15:31

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“The most dangerous person is one who truly believes in himself..." Darren Woodson 3x Super Bowl Champion It's Thanksgiving week and we have a lot to be grateful for Pivot Family and can't celebrate this holiday without talking about gratitude, family and of course football. And when we talk Thanksgiving football- we have to talk Dallas Cowboys. In…

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A catch up with Universal Preservation Hall's Director Teddy Foster 16:50

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Universal Preservation Hall, “UPH”, is a year-round performing arts, and community events venue located in Saratoga Springs, New York. The former Methodist church has been transformed into a state-of-the-art performance facility.UPH combines a 700-seat theatre-in-the-round Great Hall with a community event space, offering year-round music and enter…

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11/25/25 RT Panel 1:28:55

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Stuart Rice Honorary Chair at the University of Massachusetts Amherst’s College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) and Faculty Associate at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University Fran Berman, Joseph Palamou…

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#157: LaSalle Explorers Men's Basketball Coach Darris Nichols 30:46

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Send us a text We are heading to Philadelphia on the latest Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show to talk with new LaSalle Head Men's Basketball Coach Darris Nichols to discuss all things Explorers Hoops. This first year head man talks about what drew him to Philly while sharing his opinions on the current College Basketball Landscap…

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Tad Skelley, Head Baseball Coach, Vassar College 1:02:41

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Tad Skelley is the head coach at Vassar College. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: CONTACT COACH MAZZONI: Feedback – give feedback to Wayne: [email protected] Recruiting Survey – fill out the survey at: https://forms.gle/2WTbk9DtZ9WSKs5G8 Other – other ways to get in touch: https://www.collegebaseballadvisor.com/contact College…