Best Andrew Butcher Podcasts (2025)

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Cummins’ Injury Cloud: Should Smith Take Over as Captain? 39:01

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Menners and Damian Watson break down a huge week in cricket: Mitchell Starc retires from T20 internationals, Pat Cummins faces a worrying back injury ahead of the Ashes, and Josh Hazlewood’s fitness looms large. They cover Australia’s T20 squad for New Zealand, standout performances in The Hundred, Marnus Labuschagne’s timely century, and Don Bradm…

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Menners Masterclass - Jack Edwards 20:12

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In this episode Menners sits down with Jack Edwards — New South Wales skipper, Sydney Sixers star, and Washington Freedom all-rounder — ahead of his Australia A tour of India. Jack reflects on his breakthrough Major League Cricket season in the US, shares insights from working with Ricky Ponting and Glenn Maxwell, opens up about his development as …

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Bill Madden, Baseball Hall of Fame Sportswriter and Andrew Barnhart, FlipGrill Inventor 1:44:00

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Episode 306 features the Baseball Hall of Fame sportswriter, Bill Madden and the inventor of the FlipGrill, Andrew Barnhart Bill Madden has been an active baseball writer since 1970 and was the New York Yankees beat writer for the New York Daily News from 1980 to 1988 before being promoted to national baseball columnist. He is the author of many ba…

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ODI Fireworks, Ashwin to the Big Bash & JL’s Broad Bombshell 42:13

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In this episode of Cricket Unfiltered, Menners and Damian Watson dive into a week of highs and lows. From Lisa Sthalekar’s insights on women’s cricket and Major League Cricket, to Australia’s record-breaking ODI win in Mackay, it’s a packed show. They also cover Lance Morris’ injury, Marcus Harris’ Test prospects, Pujara’s retirement, Ravi Ashwin’s…

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The Baraboo Fetish Murders | The Case of Thad Phillips | UNSEEN 22:26

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"Oh... he's still alive?"- -July 31st 1995, Baraboo police department receives a 911 call in which a teenager calmly claims he is trapped in a house and has both his legs fractured. Little do they know, the caller, 13 year old Thad Phillips, is two hours away from death due to internal bleeding, in the house of a school mate. After two days of torm…

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Around the Wickets with Lisa Sthalekar – MLC, Women’s World Cup, Big Bash & Beyond 1:04:28

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Former Australian captain and commentator Lisa Sthalekar joins Menners in studio for a wide-ranging chat on the state of cricket in Australia and abroad. From Australia’s T20 World Cup prospects and the rise of US cricket, to women’s cricket in India, BBL privatisation, and the looming Ashes, Lisa brings unique insights and behind-the-scenes storie…

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Andy Groneman is a Pitmaster, Podcaster, and Teacher and Norm Coleman is a San Francisco Giants Superfan 2:02:14

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Episode 305 features pitmaster, podcaster, and teacher, Andy Groneman and San Francisco Giants superfan, Norm Coleman Andy Groneman is the head cook of the Smoke On Wheels BBQ team and has amassed hundreds of awards. Beyond competitions, Andy has spent many years teaching barbecue classes and, at the time of our discussion, had taught more than 60,…

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Maxwell Seals Series & When Bob Simpson Busted Menners 55:11

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In this episode, Menners and Damien pay tribute to the late Bob Simpson and reflect on his legacy, They also wrap up Australia’s white-ball series against South Africa, review standout performances, and discuss the India A women’s upset over Australia A. Plus, a look at domestic and global competitions including the CPL and The Hundred, and some “c…

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Former MLB Player, Jim Gosger with Guest Co-host, Anthony Marasco and the Seattle Butcher's Wife, Misty Banchero with Guest Co-host, Doug Scheiding 2:03:14

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Episode 304 features former Major League Baseball player, Jim Gosger with guest co-host, Anthony Marasco and the Seattle Butcher's Wife, Misty Banchero with guest co-host, Doug Scheiding Jim Gosger played in the major leagues for 10 seasons between 1963 and 1974, for five different teams primarily as an outfielder. The teams included the Boston Red…

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The Denver Ex-Lover Tattoo Murders | The Case of Ashley Ferris | UNSEEN 29:26

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"I wasn't gonna let him win" It’s December 27th, 2021, and young police officer Ashley Ferris reluctantly accepts an overtime shift— not knowing that this decision will change her life forever. That night, a supposed "Alpha" male & manosphere podcaster known as Lyndon McLeod begins his terrifying revenge spree in downtown Denver, acting out his mur…

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Ashes Countdown, David's T20 Fireworks & Listener Mail 41:36

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Menners and Damian dissect Robert Craddock’s three reasons England won’t win the Ashes, wrap up the thrilling Australia–South Africa T20 clashes, and analyse standout performances from Tim David and Dewald Brevis. They cover Australia A’s mixed results against India A, debate the selectors’ surprise squad choices for India, and share strong views o…

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Tim Manners, Author of Schoolboy, Discusses Baseball Hall of Fame Member, Waite Hoyt, Jimmy Carbone and Sean Ludwig Talk Whole Hog and Pig Island NYC, and Hunter Breshears of Plainville Farms and Leidy ... 2:08:00

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Episode 303 features a discussion on the Major League Baseball career of the legendary Hall of Fame pitcher, Waite Hoyt. Jimmy Carbone and Sean Ludwig talk about whole hog cooking and the upcoming barbecue event, Pig Island NYC. Hunter Breshears of Plainville Farms and Leidy's Premium Meats takes us to a New York Mets game. Tim Manners is a writer,…

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Bazball Loses Again – MCG Launch: The Menners Consulting Group 45:18

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Menners and Damian Watson dissect England’s dramatic six-run loss to India, another blow to the Bazball era, and what it means ahead of the Ashes. They break down the key moments, series takeaways, and England’s ongoing inability to win big series. Plus, Menners launches the “Menners Consulting Group” to fix the Big Bash, chat about the future of T…

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The Babes in the Wood Murders | The Case of Rachael, Karen & Nicola | UNSEEN 38:00

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“Not guilty lads!” - On December 10, 1987, a man bursts out of the Brighton court room to inform the gathered crowd: his brother, Russell Bishop, has just been found not guilty of the double murder of two 9-year-old girls. There is just one problem: the jury has made a terrible mistake. Letting Bishop walk free will put an entire community in grave…

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Debbie Gonzales is a Barbecue Fiend and the Author of Girls With Guts and Wayne Stewart is the Author of Talking Baseball With Major League Stars 1:43:29

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Episode 302 features Girls With Guts author and barbecue fiend, Debbie Gonzales and Talking Baseball With Major League Stars author, Wayne Stewart Debbie Gonzales is an author and a self-described barbecue fiend. She joins us to discuss her latest book, Girls with Guts: The Road to Breaking Barriers and Bashing Records. It is a childrens book with …

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Spirit of Hypocrisy: England Embarrassed as Australia Dominates 1:12:21

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In this fiery episode, Menners is joined by Jono Baruch and Mark Machado to dissect yet another low point for the England Test team following their antics during the handshake fiasco against India. The panel takes aim at England’s hypocrisy, lack of humility, and petulance, while celebrating India’s grit. They also delve into Joe Root’s incredible …

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Matt Birman, Director, Stunt Coordinator, Stuntman, Writer, Actor 2:43:13

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Matt Birman, the definition of a movie industry hyphenate. Director, Stunt Coordinator, Stuntman, Actor, Writer. If he hasn't done it, he probably will. We had fun over a sip of (cough, cough) coffee.By Randy Butcher and Andrew Butcher

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The Collar, the Chains, and the Bunker: The Girls Who Escaped Hell | The Cases of Jeannette Tamayo & Elizabeth Shoaf | UNSEEN 38:19

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“Jeannette, if you can hear us, know that we’re looking for you”June 8th 2003, in the city of San Jose, a ‘Little Caesars’ staff member receives a pizza order from a young girl, unaware that the caller is actually 9 year old Jeannette Tamayo, who has been missing for 3 days. Held captive in a small room in his house, her kidnapper brings back the f…

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Donna Muscarella, President of the Elysian Fields SABR Chapter and Steven Chase, Founder of Steve's Original Sauces 1:43:41

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Episode 301 features Donna Muscarella, President of the Elysian Fields SABR Chapter and Steven Chase, founder of Steve's Original Sauces Donna Muscarella is a baseball enthusiast, photographer, and mixed-media artist. Hinchliffe Stadium, one of the few Negro Leagues ballparks still standing, is a repeat subject of Donna’s creative compositions. In …

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Owen Stuns on Debut - JFM's Struggles Continue 34:42

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Menners and Damian discuss all the cricket news Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 f…

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The Ohio Doctor Mistress Murder | The Case of Collier Landry | UNSEEN 21:15

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"If I were to break into the basement floor, what will I hit? " To learn more about Collier on YouTube, check out his channel: https://www.youtube.com/@collierlandry/featured For any other information, check out this link: https://campsite.to/collierlandry On the New Year’s Eve of 1989, 11 year old Collier Landry wakes up to a loud thud coming from…

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Celebrating Our 300th Episode With Emmy Winner, David Wild, Writer for the Grammy Awards and Rolling Stone Magazine and Barbecue Pitmaster Legends, Moe Cason and Bob Trudnak, Plus Special Congratulatory ... 2:08:08

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Celebrating our 300th episode with Emmy winner, David Wild, writer for the Grammy Awards and Rolling Stone magazine and barbecue pitmaster legends, Moe Cason and Bob Trudnak, plus special congratulatory messages David Wild is an award-winning writer, producer, and longtime Rolling Stone magazine contributing editor. Prior to Rolling Stone he wrote …

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Maxwell Chokes, Starc Soars, and England Wins! 47:23

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Cricket Unfiltered dives into the dramatic end of the Australia v West Indies Test series, including Scott Boland’s hat trick and Mitchell Starc’s record-breaking six-for. Menners and Damien Watson break down the highs and lows of the series, from Australia’s bowling dominance to concerns over West Indies’ Test future. They also debate selection di…

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27!! "Australia Humiliates the Windies". West Indies vs Australia 3rd Test Day 3 21:27

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A crazy day. Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From c…

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The Y2K Bunkbed Murders | The Case of Krystal Surles | UNSEEN 19:58

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“I saw what he did to Katie and was scared he’d do it to me” On one of the last nights of 1999, Krystal is tucking herself into bed after a fun sleepover with her best friend Katie, but they are suddenly woken up by a window creaking open. As Krystal opens her eyes, a man holds a knife to Katie’s neck near the edge of the bunk bed. From that moment…

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"Australia Heading For Clean Sweep' West Indies vs Australia 3rd Test Day 2 16:08

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Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, …

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'Tactical errors?' West Indies vs Australia 3rd Test Day 1 18:18

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'Tactical errors?' West Indies vs Australia 3rd Test Day 1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Piccolo Podcasts

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Denny Neagle, Member of the 2000 World Series Champion NY Yankees and Marvin Weinberger, Inventor of the Grill Fighter BBQ Cleaning Tool 1:43:50

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Episode 299 features former Major League Baseball pitcher and a member of the 2000 World Series Champion New York Yankees, Denny Neagle and the inventor of the barbecue Grill Fighter cleaning tool, Marvin Weinberger. Denny Neagle is former Major League Baseball pitcher who played for six teams over a 13-year career, including the Minnesota Twins, P…

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Kurtis Patterson Returns: “The Test Dream’s Still Alive—But It’s Not Everything” 22:27

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Kurtis Patterson returns to Cricket Unfiltered to reflect on his resurgence, the joy of playing cricket year-round, and why he’s loving life at number three. From County Cricket with Surrey to Australia A duties, Kurtis opens up about rediscovering his passion, dealing with mental struggles, and balancing cricket with fatherhood. A candid and inspi…

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Victory for the Aussies.. and for Christmas! 52:13

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Australia wrap up the series in style! In this episode of Cricket Unfiltered, Menners and Damian Watson break down Australia’s dominant second Test win over the West Indies, preview the upcoming pink-ball Test in Jamaica, and celebrate Mitch Starc’s 100th Test. They also debate Mulder’s controversial declaration, assess the top-order troubles, and …

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The Texas Farm Pyjama Murders | The Case of Robin Doan | UNSEEN 21:19

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“Do I really need to talk about what happened?” September 30th 2005, at her home in Pampa, 10 year old Robin Doan wakes up to a nightmare of gunshots and realizes it is not a dream. She hears her mother’s screaming, bullets shooting off, and before she could react, the heavy footsteps approaching her door. Robin’s family becomes victim to one of th…

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'Australia In Front' West Indies vs Australia 2nd Test Day 3 13:10

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Cricket Unfiltered Notes: Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first …

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Don Drysdale Up and In Author, Mark Whicker and Twisted D Cookers, Donnie Howard As We Explore a Baseball Hall of Famers' Career and a Barbecue Pitmaster's Journey 1:45:16

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Episode 298 features Don Drysdale Up and In Author, Mark Whicker and Twisted D Cookers, Donnie Howard as we explore a Baseball Hall of Famers' career and a barbecue pitmaster's journey Mark Whicker worked for 49 years in the newspaper business and spent 34 of those years as a columnist for the Orange County Register. Before that he was a columnist …

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'Full Blown Ashes Crisis' - WI vs AUS 2nd Test Day 2 19:07

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Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, …

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'Butchered Starts' Windies vs Australia 2nd Test Day 1 Reaction 18:01

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Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, …

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Baggy Green Gone, Team Song Passed On 1:00:37

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On this episode Menners and Damian tee off on everything from team song drama to Mitch Owen's blazing form in the U.S. They chat Steve Smith's dodgy fielding fitness, Tim Paine’s new coaching gig, Major League Cricket chaos, and some wild cricket rule changes. Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered me…

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Unmasking the Uber Serial Killer | The Case of Abbie & Tiana | UNSEEN 23:30

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“This little girl refused to give up” -What happened on February 20th, 2016 would haunt the citizens of Kalamazoo, Michigan forever. It’s after 10 pm, outside a Cracker Barrel, when 14 year old Abigail Kopf & her friends are getting ready to head home, until an unknown man approaches them with a gun. Earlier in the day, 911 received a call about so…

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West Indies vs Australia 1st Test Review 29:43

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Menners and Damian Watson discuss the first test win for Australia. Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Us…

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Former MLB Player and Executive, Ed Lynch, Inventor of the BBQ Hooker, John Garcia With His Son, Gabriel, and Winner of Netflix's Season 2 Barbecue Showdown, Thyron Mathews 1:21:26

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Episode 297 features former Major League Baseball player and executive, Ed Lynch, inventor of the BBQ Hooker, John Garcia with his son, Gabriel, and winner of Netflix's season two Barbecue Showdown, Thyron Mathews Ed Lynch was drafted by the Texas Rangers and after three years in their minor league system he was traded to the New York Mets and had …

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The Texas Church Mistress Murders | The Case Of Kari Baker | UNSEEN 28:45

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“How close was he to getting away with murder? Really close.” In the early hours of April 8th, 2006, Pastor Matt Baker makes a frantic 911 call to Waco police—he's just found his wife, Kari, unresponsive in their bed. As police race to the scene, they also call in Linda Dulin, Kari's mother, to take care of the couple's two young daughters. Though …

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WI vs AUS Day 1 Reaction - I am officially 'worried' about the Ashes 14:15

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Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, …

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Babe Ruth's Great-Grandson, Brent Stevens and Author, Kelly Bennett Discuss Out of the Mouth of Babe While Alex Fei of Roto-Q 360, Hunter Breshears of Plainville Farms, and Stefan Nicodemou of Saucy Rascals ... 1:18:48

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Episode 296 features Babe Ruth's great-grandson, Brent Stevens and author, Kelly Bennett discussing Out of the Mouth of Babe, while National BBQ Festival participants, Alex Fei of Roto-Q 360, Hunter Breshears of Plainville Farms, and Stefan Nicodemou of Saucy Rascals discuss their products Kelly Bennett is the author of many award-winning books for…

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EMERGENCY PODCAST: Major Shake-Up for Aussie Batting Line-Up 16:59

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WTC Fallout: Time to Rebuild 1:00:24

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In this episode of Cricket Unfiltered, Menners and Damien Watson dive into Australia’s crushing defeat in the World Test Championship Final and ask the big question: is this team in decline? From Pat Cummins’ pointed press conference to key selection headaches, they unpack the top-order woes, dissect Steve Smith’s injury risk, and debate who should…

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California Killer Phones His Victims, Gives Them Dinner Plates “I’ll **** you if you move”, Then Goes Back to Cop Job | The case of Kris, Margaret & Jane | UNSEEN 21:04

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“Do what I say or I’ll kill you and be gone in the dark”It’s just before 6:30 AM on October 5th, 1976 when young mother Jane Carson is blindfolded and attacked with her 3YO son in the house. She is victim #5.2 months later, 15 YO Kris Pedretti stops playing piano, thinking she heard something in the other room, despite being alone in her house. She…

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WTC Final Australia vs South Africa Day 4 Review 30:48

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Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, …

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Baseball Gaijin, Tony Barnette and an Encore Presentation of Barbecue Hall of Fame Member, Lee Ann Whippen 1:48:10

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Episode 295 features baseball gaijin, Tony Barnette and an encore presentation of Barbecue Hall of Fame member, Lee Ann Whippen Tony Barnette is a former professional baseball pitcher and the main subject of the book, A Baseball Gaijin: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back written by our previous guest, Aaron Fischman. Tony played in Major League Base…

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WTC Final Australia vs South Africa Day 3 Review 25:52

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WTC Final Australia vs South Africa Day 2 Review 24:17

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Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, …

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WTC Final Australia vs South Africa: Day 1 Review 26:05

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Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, …