Best Crystal Connor Podcasts (2025)

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OLD SCHOOL: Michigan Handles Nebraska | Michigan Podcast #312 29:51

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Michigan went OLD SCHOOL to dominate Nebraska on the road, and Steve points out how Michigan leaned on a punishing 300-yard rushing attack, led by Justice Haynes, while the defense racked up 30 pressures and seven sacks on Dylan Raiola. Mark Rogers of The Voice of College Football, joins the program to discuss the ceiling for this team, the receive…

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The Blueprint for 2025 Michigan Football Is CLEAR | Michigan Podcast #311 35:38

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With Steve out, Aaron McIntire and Noah Deace take the wheel on this week’s Michigan Podcast. Coming off a 63-3 rout of Central Michigan, the focus is once again on Bryce Underwood. Aaron, an Iowa fan, brings an outsider’s perspective, questioning if Sherrone Moore will fully unleash Underwood’s explosive talent in Big Ten play or rein him in again…

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BULLIED by Boomer Sooner | Michigan Podcast #310 35:11

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Michigan got manhandled by Oklahoma, and Steve is not holding back on this week’s Michigan Podcast. The Wolverines were physically dominated in a stunning Week 2 loss, exposing cracks in the offensive line and a lack of identity on offense. Steve dives into the coaching missteps, Sherrone Moore’s conservative approach, and why Michigan must make Br…

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Yes, Bryce Underwood Is Going to Be REALLY Good | Michigan Podcast #309 32:30

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Bryce Underwood stole the show in his Michigan debut, and Steve is ALL IN on this week’s Michigan Podcast! The true freshman lit up New Mexico with poise, precision, and 250+ passing yards—prompting Steve to wonder if he could indeed be the next generational talent, and say Saturday’s road test will reveal if Underwood is “HIM.” The Voice of Colleg…

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In Search of Family in The Wildes by Louis Bayard 24:01

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Send us a text My guest today is Louis Bayard, author of The Wildes listed in the Literature category on Art In Fiction. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ukomPza-Oh0 Why write about Oscar Wilde through the lens of his family life? Inspiration for the novel from the memoir of Vivian Wilde, the youngest of the two sons of Oscar and Constan…

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Is Bryce Underwood the ONLY Key to Michigan's Success This Season? | Michigan Podcast #308 45:30

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Game week is HERE, and Steve Deace is fired up on this week’s Michigan Podcast: Is Bryce Underwood the ONLY key to Michigan’s 2025 season? Steve says yes—but not in the way you think. Joined by Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews and Mark Rogers of The Voice of College Football, MP dives into why Underwood needs to be a “JAG” (just a guy) rather tha…

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Here's Why the Connor Stalions Saga Is NOT Over | Guest: Isaiah Hole | Michigan Podcast #307 42:44

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In this week’s episode, Steve delivers a fiery take on why the NCAA’s “hammer” never came for Michigan football and why the Wolverines’ future is brighter than ever. Steve is joined by Isaiah Hole from Wolverines Wire and Locked On Wolverines, and they dive deep into the Connor Stalions saga, the NCAA investigation, and why the so-called “SignGate”…

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DIRECT KICK to the Bucknuts | Michigan Podcast #306 10:41

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SPECIAL EDITION of Michigan Podcast: The NCAA’s final report on Michigan’s "Signgate" saga is here, and Steve’s got the instant reaction. From recruiting restrictions to Sherrone Moore’s extended suspension and Jim Harbaugh’s 10-year show cause, Steve breaks down why this “hammer” is more like a feather. He calls out the NCAA’s weak case, Michigan’…

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Buckeye Fans Are RIGHT: Bryce Underwood Is NOT the Savior of Michigan Football | Michigan Podcast #305 36:06

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In this week’s show, Steve dives into the hype surrounding Bryce Underwood and whether he needs to be the savior of Michigan football (or if the Wolverines even need one). With the season just two weeks away, Steve breaks down Michigan’s #14 ranking in the AP preseason poll, reflects on the team’s historic success, and tackles the quarterback woes …

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5 Key Takeaways from Michigan's Big Ten Media Days | Michigan Podcast #304 36:13

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This week's Michigan Podcast dives into the five biggest insights from Michigan's appearance at Big Ten Media Days. From the hype surrounding QB Bryce Underwood to the deepest defensive line since 2021, Steve breaks down what it all means for the 2025 Wolverines. Mark Rogers joins the show to discuss Underwood’s potential, the receiver room challen…

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A Journey to Remember in Six Days in Bombay by Alka Joshi 37:30

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Send us a text My guest today is Alka Joshi, author of four novels listed on Art In Fiction including Six Days in Bombay listed in the Visual Arts category. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eYPoIKk9pOk Inspiration for Six Days of Bombay and its relationship to the real life story of artist Amrita Sher-Gil. Background on Amrita Sher-Gil a…

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It's HERE: Deace's 2025 College Football Crystal Ball | Michigan Podcast #303 35:13

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Steve Deace dives into his 2025 college football predictions on Michigan Podcast. He shares Michigan Wolverines outliers and top 25 picks with Mark Rogers from The Voice of College Football. They talk three-loss playoff teams, coaching moves like Ryan Day to Lane Kiffin, and surprises like TJ Metcalf leading interceptions and Max Bredesen outscorin…

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K-Pop and Contemporary Culture in The Band by Christine Ma-Kellams 38:41

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Send us a text My guest today is Christine Ma-Kellams, author of The Band listed in the Music category on Art In Fiction. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZopqRgR9xG4 Inspiration for The Band and its relationship to pop music, K-Pop, and popular culture. Motivation for writing The Band as a commentary on what may be happening behind the …

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BEST BETS: 9 College Football Win Total Bets You DON'T Want to Miss | Michigan Podcast #302 43:05

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Steve Deace breaks down how Michigan Football is ON FIRE in recruiting, and what's behind the uptick! Steve is joined once again by Mark Rogers "The Voice of College Football" as they break down Michigan’s historic 2026 recruiting run, the impact of NIL, and why the Big Ten is dominating college football like never before. Plus, Steve drops his TOP…

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Black Sabbath w/ Matt Gray 2:00:53

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The Skippables are taking a break! But before we go on vacation we had to have our generals gathered in their masses by having Matt Gray back on to talk about Black Sabbath - the Ozzy years. Will this discography take them to Heaven or Hell? The must Master their Reality and rise above the Sabotage in order to find their most skippable song!…

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Connecting with Christina Rossetti in post-war Italy in The Lost Dresses of Italy by M. A. McLaughlin 30:37

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Send us a text I'm speaking today with M. A. McLaughlin, author of The Lost Dresses of Italy listed in the Textile Arts category on Art In Fiction. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rDe_rXrLC2k Overview of the story of The Lost Dresses of Italy as a dual time novel taking place in 1947 and 1864 and inspired by a three-week trip to Italy t…

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Arctic Monkeys w/ Harpinder Mann 1:41:06

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Do I wanna Skip?? This week, we’re diving deep into the Arctic Monkeys' discography with special guest Harpinder Mann a yoga instructor and author with a brand new book out! Will we be asking to Snap out of it? Or will we be saying to the music: R U Mine?? Whatever happens, we WILL find their most skippable song... Buy Harpinder's book! https://www…

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Pixies w/ Sophie Prettyman-Beauchamp 1:41:12

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Hey! Been dying to skip you! This week we ride the wave of skipulation with special guest musician Sophie Prettyman-Beauchamp to dissect the discography of the Pixies. Will they be asking themselves: "Where is my Mind? or will the music send them off on Holiday? Whatever happens we WILL find their most skippable song!…

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Usher w/ Jasmine Magallanes 1:35:34

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Yeah! This week the hosts along with special guest Jasmine Magallanes set fire to Usher's discography and Let it Burn Nice & Slow. Will they get caught up trying to find Usher's most skippable song or will they be be screaming OMG We Got it Bad as they send it to Mars?? Listen and find out! Watch the full episode here: patreon.com/theskippables…

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Dear Warde Manuel: STOP | Michigan Podcast #300 32:09

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In this episode of Michigan Podcast, Steve discusses the recent self-imposed suspension of Michigan's head football coach, Sherrone Moore, and the betrayal by the university's administration. He shares his personal connection to Michigan athletics and expresses concern over the mismanagement of the Connor Stalions saga, highlighting failures in neg…

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The White Stripes w/ Ian Connor Bain 1:36:59

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This week we have on musician Ian Connor Bain to discuss the discography of the White Stripes! Will they fight along side of Jack and Meg's Seven Nation Army in the Cannon division or will they be saying "Hello Operator, I just don't know what to do with myself!" What's their most skippable song?? Listen and hear for yourselves! Watch the full vide…

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Here's Why BRYCE UNDERWOOD Could Lead Michigan Back to the CFP | Michigan Podcast #299 30:58

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Steve reacts to Michigan basketball's incredible run in the NCAA tournament. Mark Rogers joins in to discuss a key metric that implies Michigan could go to the College Football Playoff in Bryce Underwood's first year.

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DO NOT Fill Out Your Bracket Without Watching THIS | Michigan Podcast #298 36:53

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Steve lays out his baker's dozen tips and trends for NCAA tournament bracket picks. He and Aaron lay out their game by game predictions.

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Rilo Kiley w/ Joshua Benjamin 1:39:45

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This week comedian and podcast producer Joshua Benjamin joins us to do the frug while we find Rilo Kiley's most skippable song! Watch the full video on our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheSkippablesBy Archival Matter

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Top 5 Questions That NEED Answers in Spring Football | Michigan Podcast #297 34:56

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Steve breaks down his top five questions that need answers for Michigan football during spring football. Mark Rogers reacts.

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Here's the REAL Story About the State of the Michigan-Ohio State Rivalry | Michigan Podcast #296 51:39

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Steve gives his State of the Disunion address on the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry. Mark Rogers joins in for his take and to talk about his book "Disputed National Champions."

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Depeche Mode w/ Cashey Chisholm 1:44:26

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New episode today! This week the hosts welcome musician Casey Chisholm to strap into the entire Depeche Mode discography! We join in the Black Celebration, hoping to be Playing The Angel but when our Personal Jesus Just Can't Get Enough, we might just Get The Balance Right and Enjoy The Silence! Watch the full video on our patreon: www.patreon.com/…

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Don Quixote's Fictional Muse Comes to Life in Dulcinea by Ana Veciana-Suarez 35:37

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Send us a text Join me as I chat with Ana Veciana-Suarez, author of Dulcinea listed in the Literature category on Art In Fiction. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BKX2HsA43_c Overview of the story of Dulcinea as being about a wealthy Barcelona woman called Dolça who is cast as the fictional muse of Miguel Cervantes Use of the dual-timeli…

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2024 Crystal Ball Reconciliation | Michigan Podcast #295 44:05

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Steve reviews his crystal ball predictions for the 2024 season. Mark Rogers is the judge.

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Finding Purpose in The Needle of Avocation by Mark Baker 39:51

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Send us a text In this episode, I'm chatting with Mark Baker, author of The Needle of Avocation listed in the Textile Arts category on Art In Fiction. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BKX2HsA43_c The genesis of The Needle of Avocation as the third book in the Cuthbert series Creation of the "It" girl of the 8th century, the heroine of the first t…

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Crystal Castles w/ Hunter Lily 1:30:34

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Special guest Hunter Lily joins the pod to Untrust Us to find Crystal Castles most skippable song! We show some Empathy like Knights defending against Magic Spells against a Crimewave of indie sleaze. Let's get Reckless with Kerosene as we send their most skippable song to Mars! Watch the full video on our patreon: www.patreon.com/TheSkippables…

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Why Michigan Just Had the BEST 5-Loss Season...EVER | Michigan Podcast #294 33:19

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Steve is back for the new year and says you just witnessed the best 5-loss season, ever. Mark Rogers, The Voice of College Football, gives his take.