Best Christopher Carroll Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 4 - Player Spotlight: Tre Carroll 28:38

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Tre Carroll joins Xavier Men's Basketball Head Coach Richard Pitino & Co-host Paul Fritschner to kick off the player spotlight series! Tre shares about his journey from FAU to Xavier, the importance of his family to his collegiate success, and how his viral "Aquaman" nickname came to be. Catch Tre and the Musketeers in action TONIGHT for the season…

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Supplementary Material 39: Bad Guys, Panpsychists, and Sensemakers 37:58

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Chris and Matt walk into a bar with an atheist sensemaker, an Ayurvedic Guru, and a Christian Apologist, and predictable frivolities ensue. Featuring not one but two good-natured, robust exchanges of opinion between our two hosts. The full episode is available to Patreon subscribers (1 hour, 42 minutes). Join us at: https://www.patreon.com/Decoding…

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Commanders Preview w/ Tashan Reed (Reporter At Washington Post) 39:55

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Commanders reporter Tashan Reed of the Washington Post joins the show to preview Seahawks-Commanders in Week 9. Tashan discusses whether this is a do-or-die game for 3-5 Washington; the WR room without Terry McLaurin; whether Washington has a fighting chance if Marcus Mariota has to start; Jayden Daniels’ sophomore season; Washington’s banged-up, a…

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Required Readings: The Genius Myth by Helen Lewis 16:44

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In another exciting Required Reading episode, Chris and Matt offer their penetrating, high IQ thoughts on the latest book by journalist and podcast quizmaster, Helen Lewis. Titled 'The Genius Myth: The Dangerous Allure of Rebels, Monsters, and Rule Breakers', the book tears into some of the long-enduring myths surrounding historical and contemporar…

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The Rise of One-Child Families | Susan Newman 1:02:38

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The one-child family is becoming the fastest-growing family size in many countries. Social psychologist Susan Newman, author of Just One, shares the abundant research challenging long-held myths that only children are lonely, selfish, or spoiled, and why the growing popularity of one-child families reflects greater parental and child satisfaction a…

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Discussing Nazis and Gurus with Al Murray 1:07:17

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We welcome Al Murray, the comedian who might just be your new favourite historian, to Decoding the Gurus. In a crossover you probably didn’t expect, we discuss World War II, Wehraboos, gurus, and the contemporary comedy scene... something for all the family. Along the way, we touch on British nostalgia, military fetishism, and self-styled “truth te…

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#582: GLP-1 Agonists: Side Effects, Management and Diet – Dr. Spencer Nadolsky 48:30

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GLP-1 receptor agonists have emerged as a groundbreaking tool in obesity treatment. In this episode, Dr. Spencer Nadolsky (an obesity specialist) explains how these medications are now yielding unprecedented weight loss outcomes in people with obesity. The discussion centers on GLP-1 agonist drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide: how they work, ho…

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605. The Best of Greg Egan Part 3 Review (with Anthony Ha) 1:54:14

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Anthony Ha joins us to discuss the last six stories from the book The Best of Greg Egan. Stories discussed: “Crystal Nights,” “Zero for Conduct,” “Uncanny Valley,” “Bit Players,” “3-adica,” “Instantiation.” Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Ep. 3 - Xavier Basketball '25-'26 Season Preview 51:23

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This week's episode gives fans an overview of 2025-2026 Xavier Basketball program with Sedler Family Men's Basketball Head Coach Richard Pitino. Coach Pitino sits down with Paul Fritschner to give insight into practice & offseason workouts, break down the roster, and provide insight into his expectations for the year and excitement to get the seaso…

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Keith Raniere: The Serpent and the Cognitive Fog 3:08:49

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Kicking off cult season, Chris and Matt take a dip into the manipulative world of NXIVM founder and self-proclaimed 200-IQ “Vanguard,” Keith Raniere, as he talks with his then-disciple and ex-Hollywood actress, Allison Mack. Through a haze of pseudo-profound musings and decorative scholarship, Raniere sermonises on creativity, authenticity, and the…

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One Big Thing 34:09

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Michael-Shawn and Christopher discuss their One Big Thing from the Seahawks’ 27-19 win over the Houston Texans. Following a second primetime win, Chris explains why the national media is starting to put respect on the Seahawks’ name. Mike highlights the play of defensive tackle Byron Murphy II and cornerback Josh Jobe – two players who have emerged…

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Episode 83 - Spooky Season '25 1:49:37

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It’s spooky season people and everyone knows that spooky season is our favorite excuse to tell ghost stories and pretend our bad audio is actually “spirit activity.” On today’s episode Each brother comes armed with a few paranormal tales, and we’ve stitched in real stories from listeners who swear their they’ve seen beyond the vail. So grab a pumpk…

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Ep. 2: Greg Christopher Xavier Athletics Update 1:01:17

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On this episode of "The Pitino Show," Paul Fritschner sits down with Vice President for Institutional Strategy and Director of Athletics, Greg Christopher. Christopher provides a thorough update on the state of the Musketeers' program, discussing the men's and women's basketball seasons, 2025 Big East Championships & postseason success, key capital…

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Unstoppable 1:14:19

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he Seahawks made a statement on Monday night, beating the Texans 27-19 behind a superstar performance from Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Mike Macdonald’s defense. Michael-Shawn and Christopher break down the latest display of excellence JSN, the defense’s dominance and what it means for Seattle entering the bye week. Chris and Mike also answer listener qu…

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#581: What Is Successful Public Nutrition Policy? And Why Is It So Hard to Achieve? – Emily Callahan, RD, MPH 1:05:38

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Public nutrition policy plays a critical role in shaping population health through laws, guidelines, and programs that influence what people eat. In this episode, Emily Callahan, an expert in nutrition policy, talks about why public nutrition policies often fall short and what "success" looks like. They discuss how evidence-based nutrition interven…

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Ep. 1: Let's Get to Work 41:57

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Welcome to the Pitino Show presented by Deer Park Roofing! Today, Xavier men's basketball head coach Richard Pitino joins co-host Paul Fritschner for the inaugural episode of the Pitino Show. Get to know Coach Pitino and his family's storied history in college basketball as well as the inside scoop on all things Xavier Basketball. You can find the …

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Lab Leak Fever with Philipp Markolin 1:13:43

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Join Matt and Chris as they dive into the controversy-ridden world of the lab leak theory, accompanied by biochemist-turned-author Philipp Markolin. Philipp details his journey into the abyss of lab leak lore and sensationalist media, documenting how thorough research was pushed aside in favour of conspiratorial discourse. For those who dream of a …

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Charlotte Kaufman and Andrew Jarecki on 'The Alabama Solution' 1:07:06

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Larry is joined by filmakers Charlotte Kaufman and Andrew Jarecki to talk about their latest film 'The Alabama Solution' as it offers a harrowing look at the prison system and the abuses that take place within it. Host: Larry Wilmore Guests: Charlotte Kaufman and Andrew Jareck Producers: Steve Ahlman and Brandy LaPlante Learn more about your ad cho…

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One Big Thing & Texans vs. Seahawks Preview w/ DJ Bien-Aime (Texans Reporter via ESPN) 57:41

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After watching the tape, Michael-Shawn and Christopher discuss their One Big Thing from the Seahawks’ 20-12 win over the Jags. Chris breaks down the performance of JSN, who is delivering like a true WR1 in every way possible. Mike explains why DeMarcus Lawrence, Nick Emmanwori and Cooper Kupp highlighted John Schneider’s excellent work this offseas…

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Capitalism's War Against Animals | Dinesh Wadiwel 57:11

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A global war against animals is driven by capitalist exploitation and profit. Dinesh Wadiwel, author of Animals and Capital and The War Against Animals, shows how capitalism treats animals as commodities, raw materials, and self-reproducing labor. He advocates for an anti-capitalist animal politics that builds alliances with social justice movement…

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Supplementary Material 38: Toxic Mould Symbiosis, Mild Phrenology, and the Best People in the World 49:51

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We end the futile struggle, embrace the toxins, and become one with our mould brethren. The full episode is available to Patreon subscribers (2 hours, 38 minutes). Join us at: https://www.patreon.com/DecodingTheGurus Supplementary Material 38 00:00 Intro 02:54 Boomer Matt reacts to Twitter videos 07:31 Shellenberger and Tucker discuss the 9/11 File…

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#580: Sodium Bicarbonate for Sports Performance – Prof. Lewis Gough 1:02:45

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Sodium bicarbonate is one of the most consistently supported ergogenic aids in sports nutrition research, yet its underlying mechanisms and real-world applications remain widely misunderstood. More recent developments have focused on how to optimise both the timing and formulation of supplementation. The "individualised ingestion timing" approach h…

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Welcome to the Pitino Show 0:37

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Trailer for the Pitino Show, debuting Monday, October 20th. Available on YouTube and all podcast platforms.By 1831 Media Network

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Live From Jaxonville 1:36:40

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Live from Jaxonville, Michael-Shawn and Christopher recap the Seahawks’ 20-12 win over the Jaguars, starting with the deadliest duo in the league: Sam Darnold and Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Chris and Mike also answer voicemails and listener questions on Seattle’s inconsistent run game, Anthony Bradford’s play, how Seattle’s shorthanded secondary slowed do…

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604. The Best of Greg Egan Part 2 Review (with Anthony Ha) 1:43:52

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Anthony Ha joins us to discuss six more stories from the book The Best of Greg Egan. Stories discussed: “Silver Fire” (1:30), “Reasons to be Cheerful” (16:42), “Oceanic” (28:10), “Oracle” (44:19), “Singleton” (1:04:54), “Dark Integers” (1:16:32). Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your …

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One Big Thing & Seahawks vs. Jags Preview w/ John Shipley 52:17

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After reviewing the tape, Michael-Shawn and Christopher detail their “One Big Thing” from the Seahawks’ 38-35 loss to the Bucs. Mike goes through some of the many coverage issues in the secondary and how they were surprising for a defense that had been so assignment-sound. Chris looks at arguably the biggest problem of the game: tackling. Seattle h…

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#579: Is Your Chronotype Hard-Wired or Modifiable? And What Does It Mean for Health? 59:28

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In this episode, we explore the concept of chronotype, which reflects an individual's biological circadian timing and how it manifests in preferred sleep–wake patterns. Understanding chronotype is important because it differs from simple diurnal preference, which may be shaped by lifestyle or psychological factors rather than biology. We examine ho…

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Home-Cooked 1:30:14

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The Seahawks lost at home – again. Michael-Shawn and Christopher dissect Seattle’s 38-35 Week 5 loss to Baker Mayfield at the Bucs in a shootout. Chris and Mike also answer listener questions and voicemails on the defense’s disastrous day, trading for an edge rusher, injuries in the secondary, Sam Darnold being The Guy, why Seattle is struggling to…

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Kenny Mayne on Sports Media 1:03:38

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Larry is joined by former ESPN contributor Kenny Mayne to discuss his newest podcast We Need a Fourth! They also discuss the going's on of sports media, the fallout from poor fan behavior in golf, and much more. Host: Larry Wilmore Producers: Steve Ahlman and Brandy LaPlante Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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One Big Thing & Buccaneers vs. Seahawks Preview w/ Greg Auman (NFL Reporter for Fox Sports) 41:29

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After reviewing the tape, Michael-Shawn and Christopher detail their “One Big Thing” from the Seahawks’ Week 4 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Chris breaks down Seattle’s run game – and why it’s not working the way it’s supposed to. Mike shouts out Mike Macdonald and his ability to give QBs problems without blitzing.Later in the show, Greg Auman of…

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Humachines, Big Tech, & Our Future | Michael D.B. Harvey 1:29:22

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A dystopian fusion of human and machine is being pushed on us by a big tech elite. Michael D.B. Harvey, author of The Age of Humachines: Big Tech and the Battle for Humanity's Future, warns of the 'humachinator' worldview that weds unrestrained technology and capitalism - and what we might do to reclaim a future rooted in democracy and ecological b…

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#578: Creatine For Brain Health: Overhyped Trend or Science-based Intervention? – Prof. Eric Rawson 52:30

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Creatine is best known as a sports supplement for enhancing muscle strength and high-intensity performance. But could it also improve brain health and cognitive function? Or are such claims overhyped? If creatine can support brain health, it could have implications for aging, neurodegenerative diseases, concussion recovery, and mental fatigue. In t…

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Episode 82 - VHS Wars 1:04:06

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On today’s episode we chose to focus on Nate's upcoming annual costume party. The theme of which is titled "VHS Wars" with the hope that party goers stop being party poopers and come dressed as their favorite movie characters. Nate’s costume is particularly clever so we discuss it at length as well as welcome our intern Ella to the episode and quiz…

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Listener Mailbag 1:04:35

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Larry weighs in on the latest with Jimmy Kimmel and Charlie Kirk, the future of the Democratic Party, the role of artists in culture, his love of magic, conspiracy theories, and much more on this week’s episode of ‘Black on the Air.’ Host: Larry Wilmore Producers: Devon Renaldo and Brandy LaPlante Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi…

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603. The History of Sword & Sorcery (with Philip Gelatt, Morgan Galen King) 1:30:58

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Philip Gelatt and Morgan Galen King, creators of The Spine of Night, join us to discuss the book Flame and Crimson: A History of Sword and Sorcery by Brian Murphy. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Captain Clutch 1:29:33

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Clutch. That’s what Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks were in their 23-20 win over Arizona. Michael-Shawn and Christopher recap Darnold’s night on national TV, as well as JSN’s crunch-time catches. Chris and Mike also answer listener questions and voicemails on what’s wrong with the run game; Mike Macdonald’s conservative calls; Spoon and Riq’s …

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A Sense-Making Odyssey, Part 2: Jordan Peterson, John Vervaeke & Jordan Hall 2:36:42

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Matt and Chris once again take up their oars and plunge deeper into the recursive whirlpools of contemporary sensemaking. Picking up where Part 1 left off, having grappled with conscience, touchstones, hierarchies, and normativity, we return to the sensemaking labyrinth to see just how many more words and concepts the combined powers of Peterson, V…

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One Big Thing 34:16

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After reviewing the tape, Michael-Shawn and Christopher detail their “One Big Thing” from the Seahawks’ 44-13 win over the New Orleans Saints. Chris shows love to the Seahawks’ pass protection, which allowed Sam Darnold time to stand in the pocket and make plays. Mike highlights the interior D-line trio of Leonard Williams, Byron Murphy II and Jarr…

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Is There a Limit to Energy Expenditure? And What Happens When We Push It? (SNP44) 14:09

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Energy expenditure is one of the most fundamental yet often misunderstood aspects of human physiology. A central question is whether there is a ceiling to how many calories we can burn, and what happens when activity levels approach that limit. Grasping these dynamics is essential for health professionals and researchers, as energy balance directly…

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House Call 1:26:10

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The Seahawks beat up on the Saints, 44-13, and Michael-Shawn and Christopher open the show discussing why it was important that this game was a beatdown – and that it happened at Lumen Field. Chris and Mike also answer voicemails and listener questions on Seattle’s place in the NFC West, the run game, Jalen Milroe’s usage, the culture and physicali…