Best Caleb Thompson Podcasts (2025)

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HOPE FOR CYNICS: The Surprising Science of Human Goodness 58:06

18m ago58:06

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We think that cynicism protects us from being disappointed by other people. But Stanford psychologist Jamil Zaki says the opposite is true. When we expect the worst in people, we create a self-fulfilling prophecy that brings out exactly what we feared. So in his new book, Hope for Cynics, Jamil sets out to prove that hope isn't naive: it's smart. 🎁…

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Travonne Edwards Joins for Pacers-Thunder Predictions, SGA’s Legacy, Caitlin Clark’s Impact | 6.4 55:35

2d ago55:35

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Bomani Jones is joined by Travonne Edwards, host of 'The G.O.T.E.' podcast with Seth Curry, to discuss all things NBA Finals related. The show starts off with Bo saying it's a very convenient time for Travonne to be living in Indiana with the Pacers in the NBA Finals and the Caitlin Clark experience with the Fever (00:39). They move onto the NBA Fi…

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1,057 - Medium Build, Susan Werner, Maya de Vitry, The Arcadian Wild, and Them Coulee Boys 2:19:57

2d ago2:19:57

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This episode was recorded on May 11th, 2025 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Medium Build, Susan Werner, Maya de Vitry, The Arcadian Wild, and Them Coulee Boys. https://bit.ly/43rXCJmBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Knicks Tough Decision with Karl-Anthony Towns, Inside the NBA's Future on ESPN | 6.2 1:01:51

4d ago1:01:51

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On today's episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones discusses the New York Knicks offseason and Inside The NBA moving to ESPN. Bo starts off the show by acknowledging that the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder is set, but he'll be previewing that during Wednesday's show (2:12). Bo brings up an article from The Athletic …

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Episode 83: The Creative’s Guide to Personal Branding 30:28

3d ago30:28

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In this solo episode of Country Creatives, host Caleb Maxwell takes a deep dive into one of the most powerful tools in a creative's toolkit: personal branding. Far from being about logos or catchy slogans, Caleb unpacks personal branding as the way others perceive, describe, and ultimately trust you. He shares why being known matters, and how build…

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Foxworth Friday: Aaron Rodgers Disrespects Steelers, Stefon Diggs Issues | 5.30 1:05:05

7d ago1:05:05

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Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth for another edition of Foxworth Friday. On today’s episode, the guys start off by chatting about Bo's AI chatbot lying to him (4:34)! They switch gears to discuss someone who most likely has strong thoughts about AI, Aaron Rodgers, and why he's holding the Pittsburgh Steelers hostage by not making a deci…

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RISE ABOVE: How to Realize Your Full Potential 45:36

5d ago45:36

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Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman broke free from resentment and rumination, shifting into what he calls an empowerment mindset. Are you ready to do the same? • Support our show by becoming a Next Big Idea Club member. Learn more hereBy Next Big Idea Club

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Bomani Jones & Michael Smith Reminisce on Around the Horn's Impact, ESPN Ups and Downs | 5.28 1:17:31

9d ago1:17:31

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On today’s episode of The Right Time, Michael Smith, co-founder of Inflection Point Entertainment, joins Bomani Jones to discuss Around The Horn coming to an end after 23 years. The show starts with a mini discussion on New Orleans and imagining what Bo would've been like if he grew up in NOLA (2:10). Bo talks about Michael's career path and how he…

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1,056 - Eric Bibb, Moira Smiley & The Rhizome Quartet, Twisted Pine, The McCrary Sisters, and Yasmin Williams 2:33:58

7d ago2:33:58

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This episode was recorded on May 4th, 2025 at Canady Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes Eric Bibb, Moira Smiley & The Rhizome Quartet, Twisted Pine, The McCrary Sisters, and Yasmin Williams. https://bit.ly/3Fsk1NqBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Knicks Collapse, Caitlin Clark-Tiger Woods Comps & Angel Reese Next Steps | 5.23 54:03

14d ago54:03

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On today’s episode of The Right Time, Elle Duncan of ESPN joins Bomani Jones to discuss The New York Knicks' collapse and the ongoing WNBA drama. The show starts with Elle describing the events she witnessed at Madison Square Garden Wednesday night by saying why she won't make fun of Knicks fans (3:14) and that every A-lister was at this game (4:35…

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MORAL AMBITION: Are You Wasting Your Talent? 1:20:48

12d ago1:20:48

1:20:48

What if everything we've been told about having a successful career is wrong? Rutger Bregman thinks most of us are wasting our working lives and argues we should stop trying to get rich and start trying to solve the world's problems instead.By Next Big Idea Club

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Caleb Williams & Bears' Future, Cam Newton's Aura, Kobe Bryant & LeBron's Legacy | 5.21 1:06:18

16d ago1:06:18

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On today’s episode, Jason Goff of The Ringer & Chicago Sports Network joins Bomani Jones to mainly discuss Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams. The show starts with Bo saying how people get very angry when he criticizes Scottie Pippen, who happens to be Jason's favorite all-time Chicago Bulls player (1:17). They get into Seth Wickersham's new book, Ame…

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NBA's Future with Knicks, Timberwolves is FUN; Angel Reese vs. Caitlin Clark Isn't | 5.19 56:41

17d ago56:41

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On today's episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones reacts to the NBA Conference Finals being set and the newest Caitlin Clark vs Angel Reese tussle. Bo starts off the show by saying this is the most fun outcome we could've gotten for the NBA Conference Finals because we are exiting the dynasty saga era (2:14). Bo continues to explain why we're tren…

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Episode 082. The Business of Being Creative: Patrick Thompson’s Next Chapter 32:40

16d ago32:40

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In this episode of Country Creatives, hosts Caleb and Reece sit down with returning guest Patrick Thompson to unpack his bold leap from agency life to full-time freelance business owner. After years at Blunt Agency, Patrick shares what it’s been like to step into self-employment—navigating the highs, the challenges, and the learning curves of manag…

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Nervous Knicks vs. Corny Celtics, Anthony Edwards' Future, Diddy on Trial | 5.16 1:07:15

21d ago1:07:15

1:07:15

Bomani Jones is joined by The Kid Mero of 7 PM in Brooklyn to discuss the New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics playoff series. Bo and Mero start off the show joking about their bodies failing them once they reached the age of 40 (0:50) and how they can't recover from injuries like they used to (2:13). Bo praises Mero for wearing a Knicks Dominican Rep…

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NVIDIA: Jensen Huang Bet Big on AI. What Comes Next? 1:21:51

19d ago1:21:51

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In his new book, The Thinking Machine, Stephen Witt offers a riveting portrait of Jensen Huang, who went from immigrant dishwasher to CEO of the world’s most valuable company. • If you enjoyed this episode, check out our conversation with Walter Isaacson about his biography of Elon MuskBy Next Big Idea Club

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Cooper Flagg-Mavericks Conspiracies, Celtics Future, Giannis Trades | 5.14 1:13:22

23d ago1:13:22

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Bomani Jones is joined by Tom Haberstroh of Yahoo Sports to discuss the Jayson Tatum injury and NBA lottery results. Bo starts off the show by saying this seems like a career-altering injury for Jayson Tatum (1:17), similar to Derrick Rose, and why we never saw these types of injuries years ago (9:31). Moving onto the NBA lottery results, Bo says i…

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Knicks Might be Cooked, Jokic Struggles vs. Thunder, Shedeur Sanders' Turnaround | 5.12 1:02:25

24d ago1:02:25

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On today's episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones reacts to the NBA playoff semifinals and NFL rookie mini-camp beginning. Bo starts off the show by saying why the Cleveland Cavaliers can still win this series vs the Indiana Pacers despite being down 3-1 (3:08) and why there isn't any semifinals series he feels has been decided yet (8:44). Bo also…

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Celtics Collapse to Knicks, Steph Curry's Superpower, Nikola Jokic vs. Larry Bird | 5.9 59:35

28d ago59:35

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On today’s episode, Vinnie Goodwill of Yahoo Sports joins Bomani Jones to recap some of the NBA Semifinals games. They start off the show shocked with the New York Knicks completing their second comeback in a row vs the Boston Celtics (0:46) which makes Bo and Vinnie question if Jayson Tatum is that guy (7:19)? Sticking with the Knicks vs Celtics s…

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EXPLORATION: Why We Seek Out Big Challenges 53:06

26d ago53:06

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Humans are wired to explore. So why are we less adventurous than ever — and what are we losing because of it? Guest: Alex Hutchinson, author of The Explorer’s Gene Further Listening: Looking for more episodes about adventure? Check out our conversations with Colin O’Brady and David GrannBy Next Big Idea Club

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1,054 - Al Stewart, Livingston Taylor, Sweet Honey In The Rock, The Nighthawks, and Cristina Vane 2:29:27

27d ago2:29:27

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This episode was recorded on April 6th, 2025 at Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas, VA. The lineup includes Al Stewart, Livingston Taylor, Sweet Honey In The Rock, The Nighthawks, and Cristina Vane. https://bit.ly/4lWtFIyBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Why Donald Trump & Nick Saban can't fix NIL, Bill Belichick won't succeed at UNC | 5.7 55:13

30d ago55:13

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On today's episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones is joined by Spencer Hall, writer for the Channel 6 Newsletter and host of the Shutdown Fullcast, to discuss NIL legislation in College Football and Bill Belichick. But first the guys talk about why Spencer's super power is napping (2:22) and his high school classmates whose family members did time…

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230: .410 Toms with 3D Custom Maps - Caleb Vansomeren 1:38:34

29d ago1:38:34

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Caleb started Elevated Research Designs and turns Topo maps into 3D physical prints which are phenomenally useful and great story telling pieces. We talk a few successful turkey hunts, almost body blasting a mega Tom at 3 feet, and then we dive into the Custom 3D Map creation process. Hope ya'll enjoy! @ElevatedResearchDesigns…

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James Harden & Clippers lose again, Warriors & Steph Curry to face Anthony Edwards | 5.5 50:52

1M ago50:52

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On today's episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones reacts to the end of the 1st round of the NBA playoffs. Bo starts off the show by saying he won't call anyone a "loser," but there is a strong correlation with James Harden and losing (2:43). Sticking with Harden, Bo says why big moments swallow him up (4:30) despite thinking he is a top 5 shooting…

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Episode 081. Be Our Guest 12:28

1M ago12:28

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In this mini Country Creatives snippet, hosts Caleb Maxwell and Reece Hendy dive into the kinds of guests and conversations that light them up. They reflect on the types of creatives they’re drawn to—philosophical thinkers, bold innovators, and people who’ve taken unconventional paths in their creative careers. The hosts also extend a warm invitati…

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Foxworth Friday: Lakers Eliminated, LeBron's Future, More Bill Belichick Drama | 5.2 57:18

1M ago57:18

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Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth for another edition of Foxworth Friday. On today’s episode, the guys start off by talking about the Los Angeles Lakers being eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves and if Nico Harrison looks a little better now that Luka Doncic is sent home (3:12). They move onto the Miami Heat and if they're capable o…

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AI 2027: What If Superhuman AI Is Right Around the Corner? 1:37:07

1M ago1:37:07

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Could AI take over in the next few years? Daniel Kokotajlo thinks so. Here’s why. 💿 Check out this Spotify playlist of our other episodes about AI 📩 Want to transform your day in just 10 minutes? Sign up for our Book of the Day newsletter, and you’ll get daily, bite‑sized insights from the best new nonfiction books — in audio or text — straight fro…

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Shannon Penn joins to discuss Giannis on the move, Knicks Issues, Giants pass on Shedeur Sanders | 4.30 1:04:15

1M ago1:04:15

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On today’s episode, Shannon Penn of ESPN Radio joins Bomani Jones to discuss the New York Giants Draft and the New York Knicks playoff series. The show starts off with Bo saying why he has trouble with certain people who agree with his take on Shedeur Sanders (4:21) and why he is starting to hate both of the Giants 1st round picks (9:41). Bo and Sh…

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1,053 - Loudon Wainwright III, Janiva Magness, John Ellison & Joe Beard, Dan Navarro, and Ali McGuirk 2:22:04

1M ago2:22:04

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This episode was recorded on March 21st, 2025 at Kodak Hall in Rochester, NY. The lineup includes Loudon Wainwright III, Janiva Magness, John Ellison & Joe Beard, Dan Navarro, and Ali McGuirk. https://bit.ly/4jxGpUBBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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Shedeur Sanders "slides" in NFL Draft, Anthony Edwards takes down Lakers | 4.28 55:52

1M ago55:52

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On today's episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones reacts to the 2025 NFL Draft and the first round of the NBA playoffs. Bo starts off the show with a deep dive on Shedeur Sanders sliding to the 5th round and why the Cleveland Browns drafted him despite already taking Dillon Gabriel (3:14). Bo proceeds to say why mock drafts are for stupid people (…

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A Special Foxworth Friday: Travis Hunter's True Value, Ashton Jeanty's Potential & NBA Foul-Grifting | 4.24 54:42

1M ago54:42

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Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth for a special Thursday edition of Foxworth Friday. On today’s episode, the guys start off by talking about why Bo is struggling with the Eastern Conference NBA playoff games (1:59) and why they want NBA players to call their own fouls (7:53). Next, Domonique talks about being at the Ja Morant 'air gun' g…

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THE ART OF EDITING: Graydon Carter on the Golden Age of Magazines 59:38

1M ago59:38

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Remember magazines? Piled high on coffee tables or tucked into seatback pockets. Savored beneath beach umbrellas or skimmed anxiously in dental waiting rooms. Glorious, glossy magazines. Graydon Carter made some of the best. He started with Spy, a sly, sharp-edged monthly that managed to feel both smarter and more mischievous than anything else on …

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1,052 - MC Taylor Goldsmith Show, Kat Edmonson, Ken Pomeroy, Jonny Fritz, and Scott Mulvahill 2:12:07

1M ago2:12:07

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This episode was recorded on March 9, 2025 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes The MC Taylor Goldsmith Show (featuring Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes and MC Taylor of Hiss Golden Messenger), Kat Edmonson, Ken Pomeroy, Jonny Fritz, and Scott Mulvahill. https://bit.ly/4iftS6O…

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Tim MacMahon Talks Luka Dončić, Nico Harrison, and his New Book "The Wonder Boy" | 4.23 44:43

1M ago44:43

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On today’s episode, Tim MacMahon of ESPN joins Bomani Jones to discuss his new book The Wonder Boy. They start off the show discussing Dirk Nowitzki's relationship with Luka Dončić and why Nowitzki was against the trade happening (7:40). Tim continues to share how both Rick Carlisle and Mark Cuban lost the Dallas Mavericks locker room which led to …

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229: Spot and Stalk Turkeys - Vince Markwiese 1:30:56

1M ago1:30:56

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Vinny and I talk about a Turkey I recently spot and stalked on public land. We talk about the tactics and mistakes that play out often why trying to spot and stalk turkeys. We also randomly enough dive into a bit on parenting and getting your kids going in the right direction. Hope ya'll enjoy! @Snapback_outdoors or Vince Markwiese on the socials.…

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NBA Playoffs Game 1 Recap, Lakers vs TWolves, and the Disaster in Dallas | 4.21 1:01:34

2M ago1:01:34

1:01:34

On today's episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones reacts to all the Game 1's of the NBA playoffs. Bo starts off by dissecting the Rockets vs Warriors series explaining how Houston is too reliant on Jalen Green and why this series has him rooting against his friend Joel Anderson. Bo continues by saying the Clippers vs Nuggets game was the best of t…

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Behind the Scenes with Caleb Dean 55:37

1M ago55:37

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In today’s episode we interview 400m hurdler, Caleb Dean. We discuss his experience with Grand Slam, his fall at the Olympic Trials, and getting ready for the remainder of the season.

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Episode 080: Behind the Portfolios: The Hon. Colin Brooks on Creativity and Government 41:00

2M ago41:00

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In this episode of Country Creatives, hosts Reece Hendy and Caleb Maxwell sit down with the Honourable Colin Brooks, Victoria’s Minister for Industry and Advanced Manufacturing and Minister for Creative Industries. The conversation explores how government portfolios are assigned, the fascinating relationship between the creative industries and adva…

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Foxworth Friday: NFL Draft Preview: Shedeur and Milroe Stock, Plus Bill Belichick's Future | 4.18 58:02

2M ago58:02

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Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth for another edition of Foxworth Friday. On today’s episode, the guys start off by talking about the upcoming NFL Draft and why it's held in cities that cannot host a Super Bowl (1:43). Sticking with the Draft, they discuss the possibility of Shedeur Sanders sliding in the 1st round (7:19) and why Bo comp…

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FAMILY DYNAMICS: Unraveling the Mystery of Sibling Success 52:51

2M ago52:51

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You know those families where the kids all grow up to be remarkably successful? New York Times journalist Susan Dominus has spent the last few years getting to know some of them, looking for parenting techniques and life lessons. She's written a book about her findings called The Family Dynamic. "I thought I wrote a book about high-achieving famili…

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Vinnie Goodwill Talks Play-In Tournament and Previews the NBA Playoffs | 4.16 51:54

2M ago51:54

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On today’s episode, Vinnie Goodwill of Yahoo Sports joins Bomani Jones to preview the upcoming NBA playoffs. They start off the show by discussing if Draymond Green will be reliable in the Warriors series vs the Grizzlies (2:58), if the Clippers are just too old to beat the Nuggets (7:45) and why Vinnie is concerned with the Oklahoma City Thunder (…

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1,051- Larkin Poe, Victoria Canal, Raye Zaragoza, Ron Pope, and Christian Lopez 2:19:19

2M ago2:19:19

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This episode was recorded on February 16th, 2025 at the Canady Creative Arts Centerat West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes Larkin Poe, Victoria Canal, Raye Zaragoza, Ron Pope, and Christian Lopez. https://bit.ly/3RWmKBeBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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228: Archery, Crossbow, Gun Stats - Erik Tasker 2:07:56

2M ago2:07:56

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We get sidetracked with Turkey Hunting, but eventually come back to discuss Wisconsin Deer Harvest and Weapon statistics. It's fairly shocking how efficient crossbows are and the numbers don't lie. Hope ya'll enjoy the cast and go check out Erik at @Wiscobowhunting, and the Tailgate talk podcast!

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Tennessee vs Nico Iamaleava and Stephen A Smith Finally Runs for President | 4.14 1:03:00

2M ago1:03:00

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On today's episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones reacts to Nico Iamaleava transferring out of Tennessee and Stephen A. Smith's potential Presidential campaign. Bo starts the show by giving praise to Rory McIlroy completing the golf career Grand Slam by winning The Masters and why the viewing experience of The Masters has gotten so much better rec…

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Grand Flop Track - Did Grand Slam Track fail? 28:28

2M ago28:28

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In today’s episode, we discuss the following. USC sprinters Max Thomas, Garrett Kaalund, Eddie Nketia, Travis Williams, JC Stevenson, and Taylor Banks light up the track. Gout Gout continues his dominance. Shelly Ann Fraser Pryce announces retirement. And finally, the founder of the Diamond League, Patrick Magyar, calls Grand Slam Track a flop.0:00…

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Tom Haberstroh on Luka Doncic in Dallas, Nikola Jokic's Future in Denver, and Muggsy Bogues HOF | 4.11 1:04:24

2M ago1:04:24

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Bomani Jones is joined by Tom Haberstroh of Yahoo Sports to discuss Luka Doncic's return to Dallas. Bo starts off the show by complimenting Tom having a framed Muggsy Bogues jersey hanging in the background (0:42) and how impactful Bogues is in the city of Charlotte. (2:27) They move on to Luka Doncic returning to Dallas for the first time after be…

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ABUNDANCE: Derek Thompson on How to Actually Rebuild the American Dream 1:13:16

2M ago1:13:16

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Abundance by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson is probably the most talked-about book in the country right now. And the most hotly debated. It’s a book about how we got here — here being a country without enough housing, a country that has lost its ambitious optimism, a country that has forgotten how to build. The prescription Ezra and Derek offer to c…

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Travonne Edwards on Ja Morant's Future, Western Conference Favorites, and Societies Tech Obsession | 4.9 56:36

2M ago56:36

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Bomani Jones is joined by Travonne Edwards, host of the The G.O.T.E. podcast with Seth Curry, to discuss all things NBA related. The guys start off the show criticizing our technology obsessed society (3:19) before asking how can we all enjoy sports without gambling interfering? (16:06) They move onto the NBA where they praise what Ime Udoka has do…

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227: Weathered Oaks Game Calls - Matt Streim 1:22:25

2M ago1:22:25

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https://www.weatheredoaksgamecalls.com/ Matt Streim and I discuss how they make custom pot calls, what goes into it between the wood, the sound board, the striking surface, and striker and all the variations and combinations you can have and what those sound like. We also chat a bit on turkey hunting, calling, a few stories, and of course we have a…

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1,050- The Headhunters, Amanda Anne Platt & The Honeycutters, David Berkeley, Buffalo Rose, and Crys Matthews 2:14:14

2M ago2:14:14

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This episode was recorded on February 2nd, 2025 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes The Headhunters, Amanda Anne Platt & The Honeycutters, David Berkeley, Buffalo Rose, and Crys Matthews. https://bit.ly/42AWjHvBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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