Best Aaron Knowles Podcasts (2025)

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Backyard Brawl preview: Can West Virginia replace Jahiem White? Eli Holstein ready for rivalry game? 16:30

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Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable preview the Backyard Brawl between heated rivals Pitt and West Virginia. What are the keys to the game from both sides? How is West Virginia sorting out its quarterback situation between Nicco Marchiol and Jaylen Henderson after a lifeless performance last week vs. Ohio? Will the Mountai…

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Steelers practice report: Teryl Austin feels run defense woes are fixable? More Yahya Black coming? 7:56

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Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo give their Steelers practice report from the team's UPMC Rooney Sports Complex ahead of an NFL Week 2 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks at Acrisure Stadium. Why do DC Teryl Austin and captain Cam Heyward seem optimistic about fixing the run defense issues that crept up against Justin Fields, Bree…

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Pitt volleyball: Panthers make national STATEMENT? Final Four hopes back on track? 25:24

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In this episode of their Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and former Panthers player Cat Flood break down the team's performances from the past week, which includes a statement sweep over No. 3 Kentucky and victories over Pepperdine and Jacksonville. Did this Pitt team announce its arrival on the national stage…

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Steelers OL has its hands full with Seahawks pass rush? DK Metcalf fired up to face old team? 22:04

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On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, Post-Gazette insider Brian Batko welcomes Associated Press sports writer and Post-Gazette alumnus Andrew Destin to preview the Steelers' NFL Week 2 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. How will the Steelers defense, which struggled so mightily against Justin Fields and Breece Hall in Week 1, deal with …

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WPIAL athlete of the week: Norwin's Annie Czajkowski SETS RECORD in victory 10:45

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Post-Gazette high school sports insider Matt Press interviews Norwin cross country standout Annie Czajkowski after she set a 5k record for the Knights at the Red, White & Blue classic at White Oak Park. What did the record-setting performance mean to her? What's her excitement level for competing at the New Balance Nationals in Boston? What does he…

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WPIAL athlete of the week: Latrobe's Charlie Heese runs away with BIG weekend race? 9:21

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Post-Gazette high school sports insider Matt Press interviews this week's WPIAL and Pittsburgh City League boys athlete of the week, Latrobe cross country runner Charlie Heese. He gets the inside scoop on how Charlie cruised to a victory at the Red, White and Blue Classic race last weekend at White Oak Park; Charlie's summer training regimen that l…

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Paul Zeise Live: Steelers' Cam Heyward vowing 'redemption Sunday' for defense vs. Seahawks? 30:17

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Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise gives his thoughts on the Steelers defense heading into its NFL Week 2 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks. Is the unit capable of a "redemption Sunday," as captain Cam Heyward vowed in recent podcast comments? Or are problems with the run defense still too glaring between the struggles of …

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Sam Altman on God, Elon Musk and the Mysterious Death of His Former Employee 59:10

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Sam Altman on God, Elon Musk and the Mysterious Death of His Former Employee (00:00) Is AI Alive? Is It Lying to Us? (03:37) Does Sam Altman Believe in God? (19:08) ChatGPT Users Committing Suicide (29:01) Altman’s Biggest Fear About AI (41:37) Altman’s Thoughts on Elon Musk (49:00) What Jobs Will Be Lost to AI? Paid partnerships with: Cowboy Colos…

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Pirates mailbag: Has Oneil Cruz reached his ceiling? Ben Cherington becoming more secure? 20:10

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On his weekly mailbag podcast, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles answers reader questions. Among them: How should the front office manage the Oneil Cruz situation heading into next season, with major questions looming over his ability to become a true MLB star? Is GM Ben Cherington's job secure if this team is able to finish close to the .500…

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Too soon to panic about Steelers' Broderick Jones? Keeanu Benton under pressure too? 24:42

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On the Wednesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christipher Carter to assess the team's line play in NFL Week 1 against the New York Jets. Is it too soon to panic about Broderick Jones after he gave up three sacks? Or is he a valid concern f…

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Do Arthur Smith, Steelers' offense have EXPLOSIVE potential with Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf and cast? 29:59

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Live around 5 p.m. Eastern, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise analyzes the Steelers' offense following the NFL Week 1 victory against the New York Jets. How much potential does OC Arthur Smith's unit have after scoring 34 points in its debut? How high can new faces like Aaron Rodgers, Jonnu Smith and DK Metcalf lift the group's ceiling? Can …

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Isaac Weishaupt | | The Diddy Trial, Travis Scott, & The Dark Enlightenment 1:40:16

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Get the full 15 year ad-free archive, including all 2 hour extended interviews with THC+: Subscribe via our website and get the Plus show on your usual podcast apps with a custom RSS feed or at TheHighersideChats.com Subscribe via Patreon if Spotify playback & payment through Paypal are important to you. About Today’s Guest: Isaac Weishaupt, the ma…

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Steelers practice report: Mike Tomlin bringing in Jabrill Peppers? Can line woes be fixed? 8:29

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Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from coach Mike Tomlin's weekly news conference ahead of an NFL Week 2 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks at Acrisure Stadium. What did Tomlin have to say about the signing of Jabrill Peppers, a veteran safety? What could it mean for the injured DeShon Elliott moving forward? And h…

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Has Steelers' outlook IMPROVED with Aaron Rodgers? Can Calvin Austin III, receivers sustain this? 24:01

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On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo to analyze the Steelers' outlook after the NFL Week 1 victory against the New York Jets. Should Aaron Rodgers' performance cause us to adjust expectations for coach Mike Tomlin's team? How much of the producti…

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Can Imavov Beat Chimaev? Plus, Cowboy Jon Jones & Conor McGregor's Presidential Dreams 1:05:59

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Nassourdine Imavov deserves credit for his win over Caio Borralho on Saturday, but does he have what it takes to challenge Khamzat Chimaev? And while many are down on Borralho and The Fighting Nerds after the loss, I’m not. Then, the problem with Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane, and why Arman Tsarukyan vs. Dan Hooker feels like the right fight. Plus, I…

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Hunting Below the Surface with Josh Krstic 1:22:00

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On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Josh Krstic returns to the show to talk about hunting pressured deer and mobile strategies to find your next honey hole! Josh is a lifelong outdoorsman, tattoo artist, and Whitetail Addictions team member from Southeast Wisconsin. The guys dive into ways to assess hunting pressure on public land, how deer…

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Are Desmond Reid, Pitt running game meeting expectations as Backyard Brawl vs. West Virginia looms? 22:49

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Post-Gazette insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable analyze the state of play with Pitt football as the Backyard Brawl rivalry game vs. the West Virginia Mountaineers looms this weekend. Are the QB Eli Holstein, OC Kade Bell and the Panthers meeting the grade offensively? Particularly in the running game with Desmond Reid? How did depth DBs Sh…

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WPIAL football: Shady Side Academy's forfeit vs. Clairton stirs controversy? 44:46

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Post-Gazette high school sports insiders Mike White and Keith Barnes recap a busy week in football news around the WPIAL and City League. What do the guys make of Shady Side Academy's controversial forfeit to Clairton? Should there be repercussions? Why was the offensive battle between North Catholic and Blackhawk one of the highlights of the week?…

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Bill Gates, Truth About Vaccines, & Big Pharma’s Plot to Destroy Doctors Who Question ”The Science” 2:22:27

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Post-Nazi medicine is based on informed consent, so naturally Dr. Kirk Moore allowed his patients to decide whether or not they wanted the Covid shot. For this, federal prosecutors tried to put him in prison for life. (00:00) Reacting to Donald Trump’s Message to the Pharmaceutical Companies (10:40) How Dr. Kirk Moore Spotted the Covid Scam So Quic…

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Pirates prospect report: Konnor Griffin, Termarr Johnson lifting playoff-bound Altoona? 10:06

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Post-Gazette Pirates insider Colin Beazley discusses the last week in Pirates' minor league baseball, as both Double-A Altoona and High-A Greensboro advanced to the minor league playoffs. Beazley discusses what this means and what next steps are, before highlighting nine players who stood out in the last week: Rafael Flores, Hunter Barco, Brandan B…

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INTERVIEW: Anna Meyer 55:30

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Joining us today is the writer/artist behind the 23rd Street original graphic novel Saint Catherine, which centers around a struggling young woman who, along with worrying about her work-life balance, family, and relationships, also now has a real-life demon following her around as well. It is our pleasure to welcome Anna Meyer onto The Oblivion Ba…

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Steelers-Jets reaction: Aaron Rodgers HIDES flaws with running game, blocking and defense? 21:15

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On the Monday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo analyze the NFL Week 1 victory against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Why was QB Aaron Rodgers able to have so much success in his Steelers' debut? Despit…

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Steelers-Jets reaction: Aaron Rodgers proves critics wrong in outdueling Justin Fields? 8:48

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Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo react to the Steelers' NFL Week 1 victory against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. How valuable has Chris Boswell become to coach Mike Tomlin after nailing field goals from 56 and 60 yards? The latter of which proving to be the game-winner. What should we make of Aaro…

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NFL Week 1: Steelers vs. Jets recap, reaction, highlights & analysis 36:51

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Post-Gazette sports writers Adam Bittner and Paul Zeise react live after the Steelers' NFL Week 1 matchup with the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. How did Aaron Rodgers look in his Steelers debut? How did he mesh with targets including DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Roman Wilson, Jonnu Smith, Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Was…

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Penn State-Florida International reaction: Drew Allar leads balanced attack? Chaz Coleman breakout? 11:36

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Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Penn State insiders Isaiah Maldonado and Lyle Alenstein break down the Nittany Lions' 34-0 win over Florida International on Saturday at Beaver Stadium. Why was the third-down battle the key to the Nittany Lions' slow start on offense after basically doing whatever they wanted against Nevada in Week 1? And how did QB Dr…

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Pitt-Central Michigan reaction: Eli Holstein passing eye test? Defense stuffs run ahead of Brawl? 9:50

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Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable react postgame after the Panthers' 45-17 win over Central Michigan on Saturday at Acrisure Stadium. What led to QB Eli Holstein having another solid game statistically, and should fans be concerned about some turnover snafus leading into tougher games like next week's Backyard Brawl and …

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Did Steelers call Cam Heyward's bluff? Plus Steelers-Jets predictions/keys to win 28:33

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On the Saturday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder and Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Brian Batko talk Cam Heyward's contract dispute and then give predictions/keys to win for the Steelers-Jets Week 1 matchup on Sunday. Did the Steelers call Heyward's bluff throughout these contrac…

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Whistleblower Exposes the Real Puppet Masters Controlling the State Department and Plans for Gaza 1:18:44

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Shahed Ghoreishi says Mark Levin’s stepson got him fired from the State Department last month because he didn’t repeat Israeli talking points. (00:00) What Was Ghoreishi’s Job at the State Department? (07:26) How Does a Press Officer Know What the Official US Position Is? (14:03) Why Was Ghoreishi Fired? (32:09) Mike Johnson’s Visit to “Judea and S…

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Are Penn State's Dani Dennis-Sutton, Jim Knowles making defense championship caliber? 14:16

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to Penn State football's victory against Nevada and forward to a Week 2 matchup with Florida International. Are Dani Dennis-Sutton and DC Jim Knowles the pieces the Nittany Lions need to form a College Football Playoff national championship caliber defense? What did Drew Al…

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Is Steelers' most important player actually DK Metcalf? What's a success with Aaron Rodgers? 22:51

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On the Friday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder and Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey to take stock of DK Metcalf's role with the Steelers. Is he actually the most important player on the team? Despite the presence of Aaron Rodgers, Cam Heyward, T.J. Watt and Jaylen R…

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Pitt-Central Michigan preview: Another big game for Eli Holstein? Will defense limit the run game? 14:35

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Post-Gazette Pitt insiders Stephen Thompson and Abby Schnable look ahead to the Panthers' matchup against Central Michigan on Saturday. After a dominant performance by Eli Holstein against Duquesne in their season opener, how will he react to the Chippewas defense? Should Kyle Louis be concerned about the run game? How will Kade Bell use the receiv…

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Are Pirates saving Ben Cherington's job with hot streak? Is Jared Triolo legit? 16:10

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to the Pirates' run of success over the past couple of weeks, culminating in a series win against the defending World Serie champion Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday. Could this hot streak save GM Ben Cherington's job despite the ugly start to the year? Will Bob Nutting beli…

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Pitt football: Does Eli Holstein belong with Carson Beck, Cade Klubnik among ACC's best QBs? 10:43

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to Pitt football's season-opening beating of Duquesne and look ahead to a Week 2 matchup with Central Michigan. Is Eli Holstein proving he belongs in the conversation with Miami's Carson Beck and Clemson's Cade Klubnik as the best QBs in the ACC? Should coach Pat Narduzzi a…

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What Actually Happened Against Craig Jones! Plus, Diego Lopes vs. Jean Silva UFC Noche Preview 35:48

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I'm back, and I'm ready to give you the goods on my rematch with Craig Jones at CJI 2 in Las Vegas this past weekend. Then, my thoughts on Darren Till’s knockout of Luke Rockhold at Misfits Boxing 22, and my surprise at learning that former UFC fighter Thiago Tavares is now ... a doctor? Also, Alexander Volkanovski admitted in a recent interview th…

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Steelers, NFL RECORD PREDICTIONS? Will Mike Tomlin finally get a playoff win? 28:05

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Paul Zeise Live: Steelers, NFL RECORD PREDICTIONS? Will Mike Tomlin finally get a playoff win? 28:05

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Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise gives his predictions for the NFL season that begins Thursday night. What will the Steelers' final record be with Aaron Rodgers, Jalen Ramsey, DK Metcalf and Jonnu Smith joining T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward and Jaylen Warren in the fold? Will Mike Tomlin finally secure a long-awaited playoff vi…

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Pitt volleyball BOUNCES BACK after rough start? Did Panthers find their footing? 26:41

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In this episode of their Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and former Panthers player Cat Flood break down the team's performances from the past weekend against No. 25 TCU and No. 7 Arizona State. How did the Panthers look so dominant in two top-25 wins after an 0-2 start to the season? Why did the block improve…

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Steelers great WILLIE COLON explains working with Broderick Jones, Troy Fautanu and young OL 26:27

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On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko welcomes former offensive lineman Willie Colon to preview the 2025 NFL season and the NFL Week 1 matchup with the New York Jets. What did Willie see from the young offensive line at training camp? And what are his expectations for guys including Troy Fautanu, Br…

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WPIAL athlete of the week: Leechburg's Tim Andrasy has 300-yard RUSHING night 6:44

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Post-Gazette high school sports insider Keith Barnes speaks to Leechburg senior running back Tim Andrasy after his huge night against Beth-Center that earned him PG WPIAL and City League athlete of the week honors. Tim explains what went into his seven-touchdown night against Beth-Center, which included a kick return score and a whopping 310 yards …

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WPIAL athlete of the week: Morgan Gesinski of Mount Pleasant hits 100 career goals with a hat trick 8:48

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Post-Gazette high school sports insider Matt Press speaks to Morgan Gesinski of Mount Pleasant girls soccer, the PG's WPIAL and City League athlete of the week. He gets her reaction to a three-goal performance this past week against Hopewell, which included the 100th goal of her career. She also explains why Robert Morris was the school for her to …

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Paul Zeise Live: Should Steelers' Teryl Austin be coaching for his job with 'historic' defense? 30:32

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Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise gives his thoughts on Teryl Austin's future as defensive coordinator Should the long-time assistant be coaching for his job in 2025? After struggles against elite teams late last season and Mike Tomlin's "historic" label for this year's unit? Can he successfully put new pieces like Jalen …

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Steelers practice report: Aaron Rodgers SIDESTEPS Jets questions? Confident in DK Metcalf & others? 8:12

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Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac & Ray Fittipaldo recap a busy day of Steelers player comments after practice at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. They explain how QB Aaron Rodgers addressed questions about his past with the New York Jets, the team he'll face in NFL Week 1 on Sunday; why Rodgers believes in his current options at receiver a…

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Michael Knowles: Attacks on Christians, Norm McDonald, and Leaving Atheism for Catholicism 2:23:53

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Six years ago Fox News denounced Michael Knowles as “disgusting” for making an obvious point, and then banned him from the air. He’s since been vindicated, to put it mildly. (00:00) The Left’s Exploitation of Greta Thunberg (08:02) The Minneapolis Catholic School Shooting (15:55) Why Is Catholicism Booming? (25:11) How Technology and Wealth Is Corr…

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Janice McAfee | John McAfee Didn’t Kill Himself, $WHACKD, & The Dead Man’s Switch 1:25:28

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Get the full 15 year ad-free archive, including all 2 hour extended interviews with THC+: Subscribe via our website and get the Plus show on your usual podcast apps with a custom RSS feed or at TheHighersideChats.com Subscribe via Patreon if Spotify playback & payment through Paypal are important to you. About Today’s Guest: Janice McAfee is the wi…

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Do Mike Tomlin's Steelers have an ADVANTAGE facing Justin Fields, Jets in NFL Week 1? 26:09

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On the Wednesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette insider Christopher Carter to preview the defense's NFL Week 1 matchup with the New York Jets. Are Justin Fields, Breece Hall and the Jets' offensive line a worthy early test of coach Mike Tomlin, GM Omar Khan a…

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Is Steelers' Cam Heyward serious about NFL Week 1 holdout talk? Or posturing 'til the last minute? 31:35

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to Cam Heyward's latest refusal to commit to playing in NFL Week 1 against the New York Jets amid a contract dispute with GM Omar Khan's front office. Is Heyward serious? Or is he just continuing to posture until kickoff in hopes of pressuring the team into a deal? Is whatever raise he could secure wo…

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Steelers practice report: Derrick Harmon OUT vs. Jets? Will Nick Herbig, Cam Heyward join? 8:12

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Post-Gazette insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from the Mike Tomlin news conference and Steelers practice at the team's UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. What will the absence of Derrick Harmon mean to the defensive line? Especially with Cam Heyward still threatening to possibly hold out for NFL Week 1 against the New York Jets, which would …

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Were Steelers right to give Jaylen Warren a new contract with Kaleb Johnson arriving? 22:28

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On the Tuesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes insider Ray Fittipaldo to react to the team's new three-year contract with RB Jaylen Warren. Were coach Mike Tomlin and GM Omar Khan right to lock the veteran up through 2027? Especially on the heels o…