Best Derrick Roberts Podcasts (2025)

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Candidates Forum: Bill Saffo, Jonathan Barfield, Jr., and Billy Craig running for mayor of Wilmington 50:00

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On today's show, WHQR's Ben Schachtman and Kelly Kenoyer look at the highlights from the recent candidates forum, held by WHQR, WECT, and Port City Daily, featuring candidates running for Wilmington office. We'll add some context and analysis to the three mayoral candidates' answers to some tough questions.…

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2025 Around the Beat Part 2, w/ Justin Russo and Tomer Azarly 1:16:34

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Rob and Shap talk a bit more about the Preseason before Shap welcomes back Justin Russo (@FlyByKnite) and Tomer Azarly (@TomerAzarly) to talk about all things Clippers. The long time beat writers discuss vibes, rotations, stories behind the scenes, and excitement for their X-factors this season.By Lucas Hann

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110: Ellen Greenberg (Part 1) 1:08:06

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On January 26, 2011, 27-year-old Ellen Greenberg left work early when a snowstorm hit Philadelphia. She stopped for gas on her way home, then spent the afternoon grading papers in the apartment she shared with her fiancé, Sam. That evening, Sam called 911 to report that he had found Ellen in the kitchen with a knife in her chest. She had been stabb…

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2025 Around the Beat Part 1 w/ Adam Auslund and Law Murray 1:17:26

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The regular season is around the corner and that means we're doing Around the Beat, starting off with Adam Auslund (@followAdamA) and Law Murray (@LawMurrayTheNU). First Rob and Shap talking about the real excitement generated from the preseason before Shap welcomes Adam and Law, to talk about the developed rotations on the team, the usual vibe che…

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Episode 83 - Dave Elitch (Weezer, The Mars Volta, Miley Cyrus) 1:12:02

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In episode 83 of the show, I speak with the extremely insightful - Dave Elitch. Dave Elitch is an American drummer/educator who (over the years has) worked with an array of artists/bands during the course of his career. Some of these names include The Mars Volta, Weezer, Miley Cyrus, The 1975, Justin Timberlake and many, many more. In addition to h…

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109: MISSING: Baby Lisa Irwin 59:31

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At around 3:45 a.m. on October 4, 2011, Jeremy Irwin came home from a late-night electrical job to find the front door unlocked and the lights still on inside his Kansas City home. As he walked through the house, turning off lights and checking on his children, he made a chilling discovery - his nearly eleven-month-old daughter, Lisa, was gone. Lis…

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108: MISSING: Amber Wilde 1:07:13

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On September 23, 1998, 19-year-old Amber Wilde, a college student who was four and a half months pregnant, called her father after getting into a minor car accident near the University of Wisconsin at Green Bay. Later that evening, she spoke to him one last time from her apartment landline, but the next day she never showed up for class or a doctor…

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CAFO Country: A closer look at concentrated animal feeding operations 53:46

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On today's show, WHQR's series CAFO Country, featuring environmental journalist David Boraks, takes a deep dive into North Carolina's hog and poultry industry — it's a major economic driver for the state, but also the source of serious environmental concerns. Plus, we sat down with Inside Climate News' Lisa Sorg to catch up on her latest reporting …

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Basketball is (Almost) Back for the Clippers! 38:38

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By Lucas Hann

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Episode 82 - Derrick LeFevre (ContraFlow, Lillian Axe, Rock Show Nola) 49:04

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On today's episode of the show I talk with Louisiana Rock Legend, Derrick LeFevre. Derrick is an American born musician who has had quite an amazing career as a lead vocalist - he is currently the frontman/singer for the monstrous 'Rock Show Nola', local favorites 'Contraflow' and several others. He was also in the hard rock band 'Lillian Axe' from…

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107: MURDER: The Florence Salon Murders 39:25

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At 11:00 a.m. on November 6, 2001, a customer arrived at the Hair Gallery salon in Florence, Montana, for her appointment with owner Dorothy Harris. As she walked up, she noticed a man in a dark suit and a hat - described as either a fedora or a stovepipe - in front of the salon. She didn’t think much of it until she stepped inside and discovered a…

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A conversation about book challenges with New Hanover County school board member Josie Barnhart 39:20

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On today's show, a slightly overdue conversation with Josie Barnhart, Republican vice-chair of the New Hanover County Board of Education, and a mother of three. Earlier this year, Barnhart challenged the book Blended in the district, leading to some tough questions about the intersecting roles of parent and elected official, as well as how to handl…

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106: MISSING: Niqui McCown 50:34

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On July 22, 2001, 28-year-old Niqui McCown went to do laundry in Richmond, Indiana, just weeks before her wedding day. After finishing her laundry, she planned to go home and work on wedding invitations, but she never made it back. The next morning, her fiancé reported her missing. For months there was no trace of her, until November, when her SUV …

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105: MISSING: Timmothy Pitzen 47:16

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On the morning of May 13, 2011, 6-year-old Timmothy Pitzen was seen checking out of the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells with his mother, Amy. But he was never seen with her again. The next day, Amy was found dead in a motel in Rockford, Illinois. She left behind notes saying Tim was safe and would be cared for, but that no one would ever find hi…

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A conversation with Spence Broadhurst, looking back at five years on The Endowment board 1:01:30

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On today's show, a candid sitdown with Spence Broadhurst, who helped steer the hospital sale that led to the creation of The Endowment, served as its first board chair, and has, in his words, acted as a watchdog for its founding documents. We discuss the challenges and debates the board has faced. And we touch on some of the tension around the rece…

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Episode 81 - Jason Sutter (Chris Cornell, New York Dolls, Joe Perry) 1:24:38

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In episode 81 of the show I chat/interview drumming icon, Jason Sutter. Jason is an American born drummer/musician who has performed/recorded/toured with an array of diverse artists/bands during the course of his career. Some of these include Chris Cornell, Foreigner, New York Dolls, Smash Mouth, Cher, Marilyn Manson, American Hi-Fi, Butch Walker a…

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Rail Redux: Passenger rail's potential return to Wilmington 50:00

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All throughout the northside of downtown Wilmington, there are little markers of the past — a past filled with the sound of metal wheels clattering down the tracks. The Northside was once home to a sprawling railyard and passenger rail station — and it could be the home of passenger rail again.By Kelly Kenoyer

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DEAN ROSENTHAL - Field Recordings & électroacoustique

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Programme de Dean Rosenthal pour webSYNradio : Field Recordings & électroacoustique. Le travail présenté ici s’étend sur près d’un quart de siècle et comprend des pièces emblématiques de Dean Rosenthal entre field recordings et musique electroacoustique. http://synradio.fr/dean-rosenthal-field-recordings-et-electroacoustique/…

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104: MURDER: Dana MacKay and Mary Huffman 42:51

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On October 2, 1993, 37-year-old Dana MacKay and 49-year-old Mary Huffman were found murdered inside their Las Vegas home. The couple had been shot at close range, likely just after returning home from grocery shopping. The only thing missing from the house was a manila folder filled with important documents. The Vegas community was shocked by the d…

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Clippers face investigation over alleged Kawhi Leonard payments 40:39

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Lucas Hann and Robert Flom discuss the allegations and investigation regarding the Clippers, Kawhi Leonard, and Aspiration.By Lucas Hann

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Episode 80 - Carson Station 1:05:11

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In this weeks episode of the podcast I talk with Carson Station singer/songwriter - Mark Carson and lead guitarist - Timmy Baudier. Mark Carson is an accomplished songwriter who has had over 40 of his songs recorded/cut by various other artists over the years - including Chapel Hart and John Papa Gros. Timmy Baudier is his right hand man in the ban…

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103: MISSING: Bryce Laspisa 52:28

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On the night of August 28, 2013, 19-year-old college sophomore Bryce Laspisa left his apartment near Sacramento, California, and began driving south toward his parents’ home in Orange County. But he never made it there. In the early morning hours of August 30, Bryce’s SUV was found wrecked at the bottom of a ravine near Castaic Lake. His wallet, du…

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Listener Mailbag Ahead of an Exciting Clippers Season 1:10:49

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Lucas and Shap get together to answer some questions about the new look Clippers, and talk a little bit about the 213 era. The guys answer about the highs and lows of the era, some expectations for the rotation and additions for this coming team, and start just reflecting on their excitement for this coming season.…

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102: MURDER: Denise Robert 49:07

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On the night of August 30, 2015, 62 year old Denise Robert parked her car at Brookside Congregational Church in Manchester, New Hampshire, for her regular Sunday night walk through the North End neighborhood. Just fifteen minutes later, she was found lying just off the road half a mile away, dead from a single gunshot wound. Witnesses reported hear…

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.24 Prelest (Understanding part 1) 41:21

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This episode was recorded on 8/24/25. Buy Me a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/metanoiapodcast Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Metanoia343?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan

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2025 City of Wilmington Council Elections: Candidate Kelly Roberts 17:49

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WHQR is sitting down with all eight candidates for Wilmington's City Council — two incumbents and six newcomers — who are running for three seats. On this episode of The Newsroom, an interview with challenger Kelly Roberts.By Benjamin Schachtman

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2025 City of Wilmington Council Elections: Candidate Chakema Clinton-Quintana 40:55

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WHQR is sitting down with all eight candidates for Wilmington's City Council — two incumbents and six newcomers — who are running for three seats. On this episode of The Newsroom, an interview with challenger Chakema Clinton-Quintana.By Benjamin Schachtman

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How Will Bradley Beal and Chris Paul Fit on the Clippers w/ Gerald Bourguet 49:09

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Rob and Shap welcome Gerald Bourguet (@GeraldBourguet) from PHNX Suns back onto the pod to talk about some high profile former Suns, Bradley Beal and Chris Paul. The crew asks Gerald how much of the Suns poor situation last year was due to Beal, his weaknesses and strenghts as a player, and expectations for his fit as a likely starter with the Clip…

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Episode 79 - Nate Morton (The Voice, Paul Stanley, Vanessa Carlton) 1:26:29

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In this weeks episode of the show, I talk to one of my absolute all time favorite drummers - Nate Morton. An American born musician, Nate currently holds the drum throne for 'NBC's The Voice', but has also worked/performed with an array of diverse artists during the course of his career, some of these include - Vanessa Carlton, Paul Stanley, Madonn…

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101: MURDER: The Jamison Family 44:28

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On October 8, 2009, Bobby and Sherilyn Jamison, along with their six-year-old daughter Madyson, set out to look at land for sale in the Sans Bois Mountains of Oklahoma. Days later, their truck was found abandoned less than a mile from the property. Inside were their wallets, coats, a phone, $32,000 in cash, and their dog, who was barely alive. Desp…

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2025 City of Wilmington Council Elections: Candidate Clifford Barnett, Sr. 24:49

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WHQR is sitting down with all eight candidates for Wilmington's City Council — two incumbents and six newcomers — who are running for three seats. On this episode of The Newsroom, an interview with incumbent Clifford Barnett, Sr.By Benjamin Schachtman

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2025 City of Wilmington Council Elections: Candidate Luke Waddell 33:58

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WHQR is sitting down with all eight candidates for Wilmington's City Council — two incumbents and six newcomers — who are running for three seats. On this episode of The Newsroom, an interview with incumbent Luke Waddell.By Benjamin Schachtman

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The Endowment's CEO exits (again), transparency questions, and what's next: A conversation with Derrick Anderson 58:45

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On this episode, WHQR News Director Benjamin Schachtman sat down with Derrick Anderson, host of a long-running community affairs show, to talk about The Endowment. From questions about the abrupt departure of CEO Dan Winslow, to the fate of the Northside Co-op grant, to the backstory of why the foundation does so much of its work in private, there'…

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2025 City of Wilmington Mayoral Elections: Candidate Jonathan Barfield, Jr. 43:12

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WHQR is sitting down with all three candidates for Wilmington mayor, including the incumbent, and two challengers. On this episode of The Newsroom, an interview with challenger Jonathan Barfield, Jr.By Benjamin Schachtman

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100: MURDER: Amber Hagerman 45:37

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On the afternoon of January 13, 1996, 9-year-old Amber Hagerman was riding her bike in the parking lot of an abandoned grocery store in Arlington, Texas, when a man in a black pickup truck pulled up beside her, grabbed her off her bike, and drove away. Four days later, Amber’s body was found in a creek just a few miles away. She had been murdered. …

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How Much Better Are the Clippers? w/ Michael Pina 1:03:13

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Shap welcomes back Michael Pina (@MichaelVPina) to the pod to talk about one of Michael's favorite basketball subjects, the LA Clippers. The guys talk about who should start, Bradley Beal vs. Norm Powell, the impact of John Collins, and rank the 10 best Clippers on a very loaded Clipper team.By Lucas Hann

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GenX: Eight years down the line 50:00

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The chemical GenX has plagued the Cape Fear Region for decades — though we only found out it was in the river eight years ago. Since then, there’ve been myriad fights: for regulation at the state and federal level, for filtration, and for accountability against the polluter. This week, we’ll have an update on the status of this slow-moving crisis i…

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2025 City of Wilmington Mayoral Elections: Candidate Bill Saffo 54:52

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WHQR is sitting down with all three candidates for Wilmington mayor, including the incumbent, and two challengers. On this episode of The Newsroom, an interview with incumbent Mayor Bill Saffo.By Benjamin Schachtman

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2025 City of Wilmington Council Elections: Candidate Cassidy Santaguida 25:45

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WHQR is sitting down with all eight candidates for Wilmington's City Council — two incumbents and six newcomers — who are running for three seats. On this episode of The Newsroom, an interview with challenger Cassidy SantaguidaBy Benjamin Schachtman

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2025 City of Wilmington Council Elections: Candidate Sean Guerrero 27:01

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WHQR is sitting down with all eight candidates for Wilmington's City Council — two incumbents and six newcomers — who are running for three seats. On this episode of The Newsroom, an interview with challenger Sean Guerrero.By Benjamin Schachtman

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2025 City of Wilmington Mayoral Elections: Candidate Billy Craig 46:24

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WHQR is sitting down with all three candidates for Wilmington mayor, including the incumbent, and two challengers. On this episode of The Newsroom, an interview with challenger Billy Craig.By Benjamin Schachtman

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2025 City of Wilmington Council Elections: Candidate J.C. Lyle 23:31

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WHQR is sitting down with all eight candidates for Wilmington's City Council — two incumbents and six newcomers — who are running for three seats. On this episode of The Newsroom, an interview with challenger J.C. Lyle.By Benjamin Schachtman

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2025 City of Wilmington Council Elections: Candidate Richard Collier 24:55

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WHQR is sitting down with all eight candidates for Wilmington's City Council — two incumbents and six newcomers — who are running for three seats. On this episode of The Newsroom, an interview with challenger Richard Collier.By Benjamin Schachtman

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Episode 78 - Randy Jackson (Zebra, Jefferson Airplane) 1:00:47

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This week on the show I talk with Louisiana Music Hall Of Fame inductee, singer/guitarist/songwriter and Zebra frontman - Randy Jackson An absolutely legendary figure on the American Rock scene, Randy and his band 'Zebra' shot to mainstream success in the early 1980's with hit songs like, 'Who's Behind The Door' and 'Tell Me What You Want' - and ar…

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Triple Whammy: A deep dive into New Hanover County Schools' funding predicament 57:12

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On this edition of The Newsroom, WHQR's Ben Schachtman and Rachel Keith unpack the New Hanover County Schools' budgetary needs — for the current year, and for longer-term facility needs. It's hundreds of millions, if not billions, of dollars — and it's not clear right now where all that funding is going to come from.…

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99: MISSING: Danielle Bell 46:51

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On the night of September 28, 2001, 14-year-old Danielle Bell attended a party in Cantonment, Florida. By the next morning, she was gone. Investigators later learned Danielle believed she was pregnant with a 24-year-old man’s baby. She was scheduled to see a doctor the following week to confirm the pregnancy, but she never made it. More than 23 yea…

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Chris Paul's Good Vibes, Exit Interviews 24-25: Zu, Eubanks, and Derrick 43:22

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Rob and Shap get together to talk about all the good vibes brought by Chris Paul's reintroduction day to the Clippers. The guys then finish off their Exit Interview Series with Ivica Zubac's elite play, Drew Eubanks being a third stringer, and the revelatory role playing of Derrick Jones Jr.By Lucas Hann

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98: MURDER: Trish Haynes 42:02

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In January 2018, 25-year-old Trish Haynes returned to New Hampshire for a court date. She planned to stay just a few months and then head back to Florida, where her grandparents were waiting for her. But that return trip never happened. After moving in with an old classmate and her husband - Ashley and Doug Smith - Trish’s contact with her family d…

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23. Beautiful Questions 54:42

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This episode was recorded on 7/23/25. Buy Me a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/metanoiapodcast Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Metanoia343?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fanBy Derrick Roberts

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Episode 77 - Gary Larsen (Royal Teeth, Larsen Music) 1:09:49

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On today's episode of the show I talk with the highly talented, guitarist/singer/songwriter - Gary Larsen. Many of you may know of Gary from his time as frontman with Louisiana based indie/pop band Royal Teeth, who had mega hits with songs like 'Wild, 'Heartbeats' and 'We Can Glow'. The band were also signed to numerous labels during their existenc…