Best Bat Flips Podcasts (2025)

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BFMD 367 - Big One in the Bronx 47:30

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13h ago47:30

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The Toronto Blue Jays head to the Bronx for a huge series with the New York Yankees that could be a deciding factor in the American League East division race. Justin and Patrick quickly recap the Reds series before diving in to the pitching matchups and keys to victory against the Yankees. The guys also talk donuts and CFL.…

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Road to Wrigley - Carol and I Discuss Our Trip to Chicago 41:20

23h ago41:20

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The culmination of a year long journey to see 100 baseball games in person was a visit to Wrigley Field for the 100th game. Hear of our thoughts during the year as well as highlights of the time spent in the Windy City. Carol also answers the question of whether we'll try this again in 2026 and if so, where would the destination be? Follow Carol on…

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MLBs New TV Deals, Cal Raleigh’s HR Record, Wheeler’s TOS, Division Races & Basallo’s Big Extension! 1:02:50

11d ago1:02:50

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MLB 2025 Hot Topics: New TV Deals, Cal Raleigh’s Record-Breaking HRs, Zack Wheeler’s TOS, Division Races & Samuel Basallo’s Extension! Join us as we dive into the biggest MLB stories as of August 25, 2025! We break down the massive new MLB TV deals reshaping baseball’s future, Cal Raleigh’s historic 49 home runs, setting a new catcher record, and Z…

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Episode 380 - Gotta Beat 'Em All 1:27:15

22d ago1:27:15

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Ben, Darius and Rob join forces to talk through each of the current postseason contenders and their level of confidence... with a pokemon twist. 00:00-01:40 - Intro 01:41-06:40 - Hackney Bridge chat 06:41-11:09 - Ray S and Segway chat 11:10-13:50 - GB U23s win the Euros 13:51-57:45 - The AL Contenders 57:46-01:27:21 - The NL Contenders 01:27:21-01:…

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Finding HIV’s last bastion in the body, and playing the violin like a cricket 32:57

15h ago32:57

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First up on the podcast, despite so many advances in treatment, HIV drugs can suppress the virus but can’t cure the infection. Where does suppressed HIV hide within the body? Staff Writer Jon Cohen joins host Sarah Crespi to talk about the Last Gift Study, in which people with HIV donate their bodies for rapid autopsy to help find the last reservoi…

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Engagement Advice, Eagles Banner Night, Chiefs in Brazil & NFL Season Preview with Alex Smith | EP 152 1:52:23

3d ago1:52:23

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Reese’s Oreo Cups! On today’s episode, we get right to the announcement that took over the internet last week, Travis shares his advice for other 92%ers thinking of popping the question, Jason clarifies who brought jorts for Jason at the Bearcats game, we also break down the Chiefs…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep16 - Into the Rainbow With Mark Seiden at Jersey Jack Pinball 1:04:48

3d ago1:04:48

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Mark Seiden joins the Dirty Pool Podcast to talk about his journey from homebrew designer to working at Jersey Jack Pinball. We dive into his creative process, what it’s like designing Avatar, and how collaboration shapes modern pinball design. From early influences to the nuts and bolts of game rules, this episode explores how Seiden’s unique visi…

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The Toilet Attendant 19:32

3d ago19:32

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EXTREME CONTENT WARNING: Body horror, and some other dark stuff. A few new characters from the town as the narrator pieces together the puzzle as best he can. The world of Sparks expands, once again. Support the podcast and help keep it add free over at: patreon.com/sparkspodcast

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A mother lode of Mexican mammoths, how water pollution enters the air, and a book on playing dead 55:07

8d ago55:07

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First up on the podcast, Staff Writer Rodrigo Pérez Ortega joins host Sarah Crespi to talk about a megafauna megafind that rivals the La Brea Tar Pits. In addition to revealing tens of thousands of bones from everything from dire wolves to an ancient human, the site has yielded the first DNA from ammoths that lived in a warm climate. Next on the sh…

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A Swift Debrief, Travis’ Preseason Prep and Starting Shedeur | EP 151 1:31:57

10d ago1:31:57

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92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV! On today’s episode, we break down everything that’s happened since our literal record-breaking episode with Taylor Swift. Jason and Travis react to some of the best comments, debate whether Otters are the best wild animal to befriend, and maybe even…

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Dirty Pool Podcast Ep15 – Rebecca Salem on Pinball Collectives 1:15:49

9d ago1:15:49

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Rebecca Salem joins the Dirty Pool Podcast to talk about building the Austin Pinball Collective, designing her own 3D-printed pinball trophies, and what it really takes to form a collective in your own city. How not to feel alone with standing up to bad pinball peeps and how it takes a village to create one of the most interesting pinball collectiv…

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BFMD 366 - Will a Six Man Rotation Work? 1:11:21

12d ago1:11:21

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After somehow taking 2 of 3 games in Miami against the Marlins, the Blue Jays return home 21 games over the .500 mark. Justin and Patrick discuss where the team is at offensively, highlight a couple of bullpen arms, and discuss the six man rotation and potential playoff roster decisions.

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BFMD 365 - We Create Our Own Frankenstein Monster 47:16

15d ago47:16

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Justin and Patrick decide to largely ignore the series loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates and instead create their own baseball version of Frankenstein's monster. The guys choose different body parts to create the ultimate two-way player. Vladdy has a sore hamstring, Bieber Fever begins Friday, and Eric Lauer goes to the bullpen...for now.…

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New insights into endometriosis, and mapping dengue in Latin America 32:07

15d ago32:07

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First up on the podcast, Staff Writer Meredith Wadman joins host Sarah Crespi to discuss recent advances in understanding endometriosis—a disease where tissue that resembles the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, causing pain and other health effects. The pair talk about how investigating the role of the immune system in this disease is…

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Stark Reality for the Flying Bison - Interview with John Stark, President and GM of the Abilene Flying Bison 33:39

15d ago33:39

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Fresh off a 2nd consecutive runner-up finish in the 2025 Mid America League season, the Abilene Flying Bison have successfully completed their second season. John Stark, president and general manager, visits with me to review the season, share positive experiences and give insight into what the future holds for the franchise. Enjoy the conversation…

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Dodgers vs Padres Series Recap, Prospects Called Up, Ketel Marte Drama, Manfred’s Comments & More! 59:53

18d ago59:53

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MLB 2025 Weekend Wrap: Dodgers Sweep Padres, Top Prospects Called Up, Ketel Marte Drama, Manfred’s Latest Comments & More! Join us as we break down the thrilling Dodgers vs. Padres series from August 15-17, 2025, where the Dodgers dominated with a sweep to reclaim the NL West lead! We dive into the latest top prospect call-ups shaking up MLB roster…

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BFMD 364 - Could Trey Yesavage Make His MLB Debut This Season? 39:49

23d ago39:49

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The Toronto Blue Jays won the series against the Chicago Cubs. Justin and Patrick break down the big moments such as Ernie Clement's HR on a missed bunt sign, Max Scherzer's fine outing, and Vladdy's go-ahead homer. The guys also discuss the hottest topic in Blue Jay Land: Trey Yesavage. With the Texas Rangers coming to town, the guys examine what …

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Why chatbots lie, and can synthetic organs and AI replace animal testing? 31:53

22d ago31:53

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First up on the podcast, producer Meagan Cantwell and Contributing Correspondent Sara Reardon discuss alternative approaches to animal testing, from a heart on a chip to a miniorgan in a dish. Next on the show, Expert Voices columnist Melanie Mitchell and host Sarah Crespi dig into AI lies. Why do chatbots fabricate answers and pretend to do math? …

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Laundry and Luke 40:08

22d ago40:08

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This is the Death Radio, usually a Patreon exclusive show. It’s the true Sparks story. No fiction; all me. Unscripted I moved to Poland by mistake. Patreon.com/sparkspodcast

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That's a Wrap - A View From the Top - Nick Weisenborn, Executive Director, Mid America League 21:52

22d ago21:52

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In this episode, I visit with Nick Weisenborn, Executive Director of the Mid America League to hear his perspective on the recently completed 2025 summer season. We also discuss new teams coming in 2026 and possible changes fans may see next year. I am grateful to Nick for being gracious with his time as the season recently finished. Follow the Mid…

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Taylor Swift on Reclaiming Her Masters, Wrapping The Eras Tour, and The Life of a Showgirl | NHTV 2:03:43

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92%ers, welcome to a very special pre-season episode of New Heights! On today’s episode, we are joined by singer, songwriter, producer, director, and the most requested guest in the history of New Heights, Taylor Swift! Taylor joins Travis and Jason to talk about her journey to reclaim her master recordings, what she’s been up to after the record-b…

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Brewers' Insane Run, Yankees & Mets Stumble, Dodgers vs Padres NL West Battle Heats Up! 52:38

25d ago52:38

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MLB 2025 Sizzling Storylines: Brewers’ Insane Hot Streak, Yankees & Mets Stumbling, Dodgers vs Padres NL West Showdown! Join us as we dive into the biggest MLB headlines as of August 11, 2025! We break down the Milwaukee Brewers’ unreal run dominating the NL Central, analyze what’s going wrong with the New York Yankees and Mets as they falter in th…

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BFMD 363 - Dodgered a Bullet 1:06:01

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The Blue Jays managed to salvage a game vs the Dodgers that they did not deserve to win. Justin and Patrick discuss Jen Pawol making history over the weekend, the Blue Jays revised top 30 prospects, and preview a tough series at home against the Chicago Cubs.

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Mid America League Season Review 39:56

28d ago39:56

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We take a look at the All-Stars and superlatives for the 2025 Mid America League baseball season. We also preview the championship series between the Joplin Outlaws and the Abilene Flying Bison Special thanks to Hunter Hutchinson for permission to use The Best Days of My Life as the soundtrack of the show. Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmc…

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BFMD 362 - Mile High Mashers 48:24

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After laying a historic smackdown on the Rockies in Denver, the Blue Jays head to Hollywood to play Shohei and the Dodgers. Max Scherzer and Clayton Kershaw face off on Friday night in a battle of future first ballot Hall of Famers. Can the stars shine bright for the Jays, or will the Dodgers steal the spotlight?…

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Why anteaters keep evolving, and how giant whales get enough food to live 28:08

29d ago28:08

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First up on the podcast, Online News Editor David Grimm brings stories on peacock feathers’ ability to emit laser light, how anteaters have evolved at least 12 times, and why we should be thanking ketchup for our French fries. Next on the show, rorqual whales, such as the massive blue whale, use a lunging strategy to fill their monster maws with se…

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Bill Murray Prank Calls, Affleck's Brady Catch, Will Ferrell Dating Advice & MORE | Best Of 1:01:14

1M ago1:01:14

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92%ers welcome back to another best of episode of New Heights, brought to you by our friends at Draft Kings - The Crown is Yours! On today’s episode, we are giving you the best of some of our incredible conversations with celebrities! You’ll hear stories from Adam Sandler, Ben Affleck, Lil Dicky, Bill Murray, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Brad Pitt, Ben S…

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2025 MLB Trade Deadline Fallout: Blockbuster Trades & Playoff Shakeup 58:46

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2025 MLB Trade Deadline Fallout: Breaking Down Blockbuster Deals & Playoff Impact! Join us as we unpack the aftermath of the July 31, 2025 MLB Trade Deadline! We analyze the biggest blockbuster trades, surprise moves, and their impact on the playoff race. From superstar swaps to prospect hauls, we cover how teams like the Dodgers, Yankees, Rays, an…

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BFMD 361 - Slip & Slide 42:33

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The Blue Jays are on a bit of a slide right now. The pitching has been inconsistent and the bats have slightly cooled. The good news? The Jays start a series with the Colorado Rockies - baseball's worst team - tonight in Denver. Justin and Patrick take a look at the standings, recent player performances, lineup juggling, and the upcoming schedule t…

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Wartime science in Ukraine, what Neanderthals really ate, and visiting the city of the dead 51:33

1M ago51:33

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First up on the podcast, Contributing Correspondent Richard Stone joins host Sarah Crespi to talk about the toll of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and how researchers have been mobilized to help the war effort. In June, Stone visited the basement labs where Ukrainian students modify off-the-shelf drones for war fighting and the facilities where bi…

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A Masterful Return to the Mound - Boardy Puts on the Spikes One More Time 58:30

1M ago58:30

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Part 2 of my conversation with Boardman Adams, pitching coach and recruiting coordinator for McMurry University baseball. We discuss recruiting at the Division 3 level and a game in 2024 where Boardy pitched for the Abilene Flying Bison. You don't want to miss the story of Boardy's return to the mound. Special thanks to Hunter Hutchinson for permis…

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Mahomes Bromance, Stumping Caitlin Clark, Hurts' Snaps, LeBron Gets Paid, "Edelnut" & MORE | Best Of 59:09

1M ago59:09

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92%ers welcome back another episode of New Heights, brought to you by our friends at Draft Kings - The Crown is Yours! On today’s episode, we are giving you the best of some of our incredible conversations with athletes! You’ll hear stories from Julian Edelman, Chris Jones, Gronk, Stafford, Caitlin Clark, Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts, Joe Burrow, S…

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I Speak Bat 21:55

1M ago21:55

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A moment to breathe during a camping trip. Support Sparks at Patreon.com/SparksPodcast Get early access to Sparks Stories, plus an exclusive diary podcast The Death Radio.

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep14 - Custom Toppers With Rob Rath of The Electric Playground 1:08:08

1M ago1:08:08

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Rob Rath from The Electric Playground joins Dirty Pool Podcast to talk about his work designing and building custom toppers for pinball machines. We get into how he approaches the creative process, what goes into making something that feels like it belongs with a game but still stands out, and the small shop challenges of turning ideas into somethi…

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2025 MLB Trade Deadline Primer: Top Players, Teams & More! 1:08:51

1M ago1:08:51

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2025 MLB Trade Deadline Primer: Everything You Need to Know! Get ready for the July 31, 2025 MLB Trade Deadline with our ultimate primer! We break down the top players on the trade block, potential blockbuster deals, and which teams are buying or selling. From contenders like the Dodgers and Yankees to surprise movers like the Rays, we cover the ke…

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The Rules of Time Travel 23:42

1M ago23:42

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Some information that might clear a few things up related to the mechanics of time travel. Support Sparks at Patreon.com/SparksPodcast Get early access to Sparks Stories, plus an exclusive diary podcast The Death Radio.

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BFMD 360 - Fighting for First 47:12

1M ago47:12

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The Toronto Blue Jays once again won a series against the New York Yankees. The Jays are now 4 games up on their division rivals for 1st place in the AL East, and are only 1 game back of the Milwaukee Brewers for 1st in MLB. The Jays head on the road for 8 games in 7 days, starting with 4 in Detroit. The Tigers have a terrific starting rotation and…

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Robots that eat other robots, and an ancient hot spot of early human relatives 34:45

1M ago34:45

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First up on the podcast, South Africa’s Cradle of Humankind is home to the world’s greatest concentration of ancestral human remains, including our own genus, Homo, Australopithecus, and a more robust hominin called Paranthropus. Proving they were there at the same time is challenging, but new fossil evidence seems to point to coexistence. Producer…

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Baseball is a Small World - Boardman Adams of McMurry University Baseball 39:40

1M ago39:40

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Boardman "Boardy" Adams, McMurry University's pitching coach and recruiting coordinator, joins me to discuss his playing and coaching career. In part 1 of a 2 part interview, you will hear about Boardy's baseball journey. During our discussion, we discuss some people that baseball has brought into both of our worlds even though we are from differen…

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep13 - Kyle Spiteri - Motorcycles, Cats, and Stern Support Guru 1:38:45

1M ago1:38:45

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Kyle Spiteri, better known as Black Cat Pinball - joins the show to talk about his path from his time at Marco Specialties to his current support role at Stern Pinball. We dig into his early days fixing pins at the Pacific Pinball Museum, the chaos of tech support at Stern, and why you don’t always need to restore a game to perfection. Kyle shares …

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Sandler Returns, Baker Mayfield's Unfinished Business, NFLPA Debacles & Pretty Woman Review | EP 149 2:14:45

2M ago2:14:45

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92%ers welcome back another episode of New Heights, brought to you by our friends at General Mills’s Favorite Cereal Brands! We’ve got an incredible episode to wrap up season 3! First, we welcome back Adam Sandler to talk all things Happy Gilmore 2, how Travis’ scenes with Bad Bunny turned out, Big Ed’s cameo, and the origins of the iconic Happy Gi…

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MLB 2025 All-Star Break Recap, Rays Sell & Home Playoff Game Scenario, Nationals Fire Manager & GM 50:04

2M ago50:04

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MLB 2025 All-Star Break Recap & Major Shakeups! Join us as we dive into the biggest MLB stories post-All-Star Break on July 21, 2025! We recap the 2025 MLB All-Star Game highlights, break down the Tampa Bay Rays’ trade deadline sell-off and their push for home playoff games, and analyze the Washington Nationals’ shocking decision to fire their mana…

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The Inflatable Unicorn (pt 2) 18:59

2M ago18:59

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EXTREME WARNING: This episode contains graphic descriptions that some may find disturbing. Listener discretion is advised. The second part of Beth and her son Philip’s story. Listen to Sparks Stories early, plus get access to an exclusive second podcast at patreon.com/SparksPodcast

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BFMD 359 - Giant Start to the 2nd Half 55:19

2M ago55:19

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The Toronto Blue Jays enter MLB's "2nd Half" in the lead of the American League East. The upcoming schedule is a meat grinder as the Jays host the San Fransisco Giants and New York Yankees before a trip to Detroit to face baseball's top team. The guys discuss the draft, injury updates, potential spots to upgrade via trade, and the schedule ahead. W…

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Studying a shark-haunted island, and upgrading our microbiomes with engineered bacteria 36:50

2M ago36:50

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First up on the podcast, Réunion Island had a shark attack crisis in2011 and closed its beaches for more than a decade. Former News Intern Alexa Robles-Gil joins host Sarah Crespi to talk about how researchers have used that time to study the island’s shark populations and test techniques for preventing attacks, in the hopes of protecting lives and…

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Highlights of Previous Episodes and a Mid America League Season Update 48:40

2M ago48:40

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This is highlights of three conversations that I had in my first 3 months of hosting the podcast. Listen to Cam Vega, Kinsey Lawrence and Caleb Galvan. I also look at the first two-thirds of the 2025 Mid America League Season. Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man! X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com…

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Kelce Tahoe Tales, Zac Brown on Sphere Residency, His New Album and Why We’re Pro-Nagging | EP 148 1:26:11

2M ago1:26:11

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92%ers welcome back another episode of New Heights, brought to you by our friends at General Mills’s Favorite Cereal Brands! On today’s episode, Jason and Travis recap the amazing weekend in Tahoe. We talk about everything from the “Bacon Bet,” losing the karaoke contest to Ray Romano, how Jason won an MVP trophy for something other than golf, and …

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Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep12 - Manu - Streaming, Free Gold Watch, and Virtual Pinball 1:22:35

2M ago1:22:35

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From Free Gold Watch to virtual tables and movie nights, Manu Smith has built one of the most distinctive voices in the pinball streaming world. We talk about his early days in the Bay Area pinball scene, the rise of Mystery Pinball Theater 3000, and how virtual pinball became a lifeline for players and creators alike. Plus: what really goes down d…

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The Inflatable Unicorn (pt 1) 33:07

2M ago33:07

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It's the middle of a very hot summer, and a young boy goes to the lake with his mother. support me and the world of Sparks at patreon.com/SparksPodcast

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A tardi party for the ScienceAdviser newsletter, and sled dog genomes 25:52

2M ago25:52

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First up on the podcast, Newsletter Editor Christie Wilcox joins host Sarah Crespi to celebrate the 2-year anniversary of ScienceAdviser with many stories about the amazing water bear. They also discuss links between climate change, melting glaciers, and earthquakes in the Alps, as well as what is probably the first edible laser. Next on the show, …