Best Durden Podcasts (2026)

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Community AMA - 10/27/2025 1:09:04

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Episode 55: Nathan Cassidy-"Your Campus, Your News: Reviving the Eagle" 51:29

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Send us a text After a short hiatus, Oh, That’s Cool! is back! Jared and Andrew sit down with Nathan Cassidy, longtime OTC communications faculty member and advisor for The Eagle, OTC’s newly relaunched student-run newspaper. Nathan shares insights on teaching public speaking, navigating media’s rapid changes, and guiding students as they bring cam…

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Community AMA - 9/28/2025 38:40

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The Narrator 1:15:58

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In this episode, I talk a little about what the last few years of growth have looked like for me, from Uranus retrograde in my sign, and how it’s changed the way I see myself and everything around me. I get into Charlie Kirk, the government, the nonstop chaos of left vs. right hate and my part in it. Just thinking out loud and reflecting. I also du…

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Community AMA - 8/28/2025 55:52

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Community AMA - 7/27/2025 27:55

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Community AMA - 6/29/2025 29:55

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Episode 108 - Tribute to King Hu 1:14:10

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King Hu is one of China’s most influential filmmakers, famous for his historical martial arts films which helped to popularise the wuxia (‘martial chivalry’) genre in the 1960s and 70s with classic films like 'Come Drink with Me' (1966), 'Dragon Inn' (1967), and 'A Touch of Zen' (1971) - the latter of which he received the Technical Grand Prize at …

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Community AMA - 5/25/2025 53:00

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Episode 107 - Christina Newland | Live in Woking, 'Hard Target' special 52:36

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In the pantheon of great Van Damme action flicks from the 1980s and 90s, 'Hard Target' (1993) undoubtedly stands out as one of his best. As hunky Cajun ex-Marine, Chance Boudreaux, the mullet-wearing 'Muscles from Brussels' struts his more sensitive side while also exhibiting the sort of superhero antics that would put Schwarzenegger to shame, like…

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Episode 106 - Sébastien Foucan | Live in Canterbury, 'Drunken Master' special 42:41

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Parkour pioneer Sébastien Foucan can be credited for bringing Parkour to the masses. His seminal UK documentary, 'Jump London' (2003) - and its follow up, 'Jump Britain' (2005) - sparked a cultural phenomenon which would see youngsters take to the streets in wild, acrobatic, hair-raising abandon; running, climbing and leaping across their urban env…

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Rob Stockton: The Foundation Behind the Stockton Family | Ep. 17 46:54

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Rob Stockton is a former All-American at Georgia Southern, a leader in business, and—more than anything—a devoted husband and father. In this episode, he shares the stories that shaped him: the mentors who guided his path, the values he built his life on, and the legacy he’s working to leave through his family. Rob opens up about his wife’s journey…

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Rance Gillespie: Coaching Lessons That Built a Title-Winning Team | Ep. 16 34:15

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Coach Rance Gillespie has left his mark on Georgia high school football with two state titles and a reputation as one of the best in the game. In this episode, he shares how football became his passion—from childhood visits to his grandma’s house where he’d stare at his uncle’s All-American trophy, to suiting up at the University of Georgia. He bre…

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Episode 54: Dr. Tracy Mcgrady-"A Conversation with Dr. Tracy McGrady" 1:03:32

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Send us a text In this special episode of Oh That's Cool, we sit down with Dr. Tracy McGrady, Provost at Ozarks Technical Community College, for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation as she prepares to retire this May. Dr. McGrady reflects on her journey through higher education, shares stories from her time at OTC, and offers wisdom on leadership…

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Josh Niblett: How to Build a Program Players Buy Into | Ep. 15 31:34

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In this episode, I sit down with Coach Josh Niblett, Head Coach at Gainesville High School. We talk about what it was like growing up as a coach’s kid, how he fell in love with the game at a young age, and how his playing career led him into coaching. He shares the mentors who shaped him, the lessons that stuck, and a funny story from his early coa…

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Gene Durden: How Relationships Build the Right to Coach Hard | Ep. 14 59:14

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In this episode, I sit down with Coach Gene Durden — head coach of Buford Girls Basketball and one of the most respected coaches in the state. With multiple state titles, his program is elite — but what really sets him apart is how he gets his players to buy in. We talk about how he coaches with intensity, holds kids to a high standard, and still h…

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Episode 105 - Bren Foster 1:01:08

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Bren Foster is a man on a mission. Fresh from the positive reactions to his blistering 2024 martial arts revenge drama, 'Life After Fighting' - which also marked his directorial debut - Bren is now keen to show the world a new kind of action hero. The former soap star, who made his name on shows like 'Days of Our Lives' and 'Home and Away', is now …

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Paul Standard: How Mentors Molded This Championship Coach | Ep. 13 55:22

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In this episode, I sit down with the legendary Coach Paul Standard, one of Georgia’s most respected high school football coaches. Currently the head coach at Gilmer County, Coach Standard is best known for his incredible legacy at St. Pius X, where he built a powerhouse program. Coach Standard shares how he got into coaching football, the mentors w…

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Tommy Jones: How Faith and Family Drive His Coaching Journey | Ep. 12 25:44

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I sit down with Coach Tommy Jones, the head football coach at Cherokee Bluff. Coming from one of the greatest high school football coaching families in Georgia, Coach Jones grew up surrounded by the game. His dad and brother are both legendary coaches, and being raised in that environment shaped him into the leader he is today. Coach Jones shares w…

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Community AMA - 3/31/2025 23:31

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Josh Lovelady: How He Built a Championship Culture around Faith and Family | Ep. 11 35:23

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Josh Lovelady, head football coach at Mill Creek High School—one of Georgia’s most dominant high school football programs. Coach Lovelady shares some of his all-time favorite games and players he’s coached, including what made Caleb Downs such a special athlete and person. We dive into his own playing days …

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Episode 104 - Andy Le / Brian Le 1:17:40

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Self-made and self-taught, the story of Martial Club - a YouTube channel created in 2012 by Daniel Mah and the brothers Andy Le and Brian Le - is truly inspiring. As kids obsessed with kung fu movies, they would copy the moves, create their own short films and upload them to the internet, purely as a way of expressing their passion for the martial …

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Community AMA - 2/28/2025 1:08:42

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Episode 103 - Jude Poyer | Live in Oxford, 'The Heroic Trio' special 1:09:05

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For the second of our four live podcasts - co-hosted by the 'Life of Action' author, Mike Fury - we welcome back the British stunt coordinator and former Hong Kong stuntman, Jude Poyer. Jude's first appearance was on Episode 48 back in 2019. Now, in 2025, he is the action director behind Xavier Gens' violent French brawler, 'Farang' (aka 'Mayhem!')…

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Episode 102 - Katrina Durden | Live in Lewes, 'Dragon Inn' special 58:35

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For our first live episode - recorded at the wonderful Depot Cinema in Lewes, UK - we welcome back the actor and martial artist Katrina Durden, who first appeared on Episode 12 of the podcast back in 2017. From her work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 'Doctor Strange' (2016) and Joey Ansah's fantastic 'Street Fighter' web series, to roles in TV…

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Community AMA - 1/26/2025 53:17

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Community AMA - 12/26/2024 1:20:24

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Episode 101 - End of Year Show 2024 with Mike Fury 1:41:25

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It's that time of year again - the annual Kung Fu Movie Guide Podcast End of Year Show returns for its eighth year! Featuring the author of Life of Action Vol. 1 and 2, Mike Fury, we unpack our martial arts movie highlights of the year, discuss the news that has been hitting the headlines, and - because it's the festive season - we also unwrap some…

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Community AMA - 11/25/2024 27:05

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Community AMA - 10/30/2024 43:33

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Episode 53: Meganne Rosen-" Artist in Residence." 52:06

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Send us a text In this exciting episode of "Oh, That's Cool!" We welcome Meganne Rosen, a passionate faculty member from the Art, Design, and Humanities department at OTC. Meganne shares her insights into the world of art history and drawing, as well as her enthusiasm for upcoming trips and opportunities specifically designed for art students. Get …

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Fall 24 Picnic!!! 51:19

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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Oh, That’s Cool!—the podcast where we talk about all the amazing people, we work with at Ozarks Technical Community College. Today we’re diving into the excitement, community spirit, and fun of OTC’s Fall 2024 Picnic on the Springfield campus. Whether you're a student, faculty member, or just part of the…

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Community AMA - 9/30/2024 29:44

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Episode 52: Heather Lewellen and Lea Gannaway-"Mental Health at Ozarks Tech" 52:20

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Send us a text Welcome to Oh, That's Cool!, the podcast where we highlight the amazing people and initiatives shaping the OTC community. I'm your host, Jared Durden, and today we have a special episode featuring two incredible guests from our Counseling Services team. Joining us are Heather Lewellen, the Coordinator of Counseling Services, and Lea …

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Community AMA - 8/29/2024 49:54

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Episode 51: Dr. Erin Wehrnman-"Conflict Resolution." 54:18

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Send us a text 🎙️ Welcome back, everyone! 🎉 We’re excited to bring you a special episode today as we dive into something new and incredibly valuable. Joining us is none other than Dr. Erin Wehrman, an Associate Professor from MSU’s Department of Communication, Journalism, Media, and Film. You might remember Dr. Wehrman from our recent Faculty Days …

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Community AMA - 7/29/2024 58:09

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Community AMA - 6/27/2024 36:05

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Sandglass AMA with Oligarch 35:04

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Community AMA - 5/28/2024 49:14

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Episode 100 - Best of Actors 58:58

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Is Scott Adkins the natural successor to Jean-Claude Van Damme? Why did Andrew Koji almost quit acting only months before landing the lead role in the beloved kung fu series, Warrior? And can we expect a rematch between Indonesian action stars Joe Taslim and Iko Uwais? The answers to these questions and many more are revealed in Best of Actors, one…

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Episode 99 - Best of Stunts 55:41

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The life of a stunt performer is both exhilarating and dangerous, spectacular yet physically and mentally demanding. Stunt performers put their lives on the line every day for our viewing pleasure, yet are seemingly ostracised from the film world, especially in Hollywood where there is still no Academy Award for their service to the industry. Since…

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Episode 98 - Best of Directors 56:52

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With financing and shooting schedules shrinking, how hard is it to make a decent action movie on a low budget? How can you make your lead actor look like an action hero if they refuse to train? And is there scope in the martial arts genre for tackling more challenging topics, like homophobia and racism? In 'Best of Directors' - one of three compila…

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Chip Walker: Sustaining Succes | Ep. 10 45:12

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Chip Walker comes from a football family. His record as a head football coach is 162-62. His time at Sandy Creek, he lead the patriots to the playoffs 12 years in a row, won 6 region championships and 3 state championships. Join this conversation!By Michael Nelson

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Episode 50: Dr. Joan Barrett-"A Student Affairs Vice-Chancellor to Remember" 46:06

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Send us a text Welcome back, folks! Brace yourselves for an electrifying milestone as we celebrate our 50th episode of "Oh That's Cool"! Today, we embark on a bittersweet journey as we bid farewell to Dr. Joan Barrett, the esteemed Vice-Chancellor of Student Affairs at our beloved community college. Join us as we delve into the vibrant tapestry of …

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Tanner Glisson: Life In Full Swing | Ep. 9 29:52

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Tanner Glisson is the head football and baseball coach at Troup High School. He is the definition of a ball coach. Listen in as he tells us how he got into coaching, why he got into coaching and stories of his experience along the way.By Michael Nelson

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Episode 49: David Ball- " A Brief History of Writing." 1:13:17

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Send us a text Welcome back, listeners! Get ready for an enlightening journey in this episode as we sit down with Carol Jones Writing Center Director, Dr. David Ball. Join us as David shares the epic narrative of his life, tracing his roots from a humble small town in Arkansas to the corridors of OTC. Together, we delve into the fascinating realm o…

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Community AMA - 4/29/2024 1:30:40

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Kevin Whitley: You Are Good Enough. | Ep. 8 33:03

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Kevin Whitley is more than a football coach, he is a leader of men. Kevin tells a story of how important coach's words are to young athletes and what he still tells himself to this day. We talk about who the real Head Coach is in the house and how important family really is.By Michael Nelson

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Ben Reaves: Championship Culture. | Ep. 7 32:44

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Ben Reaves has been around championship culture his whole life. Listen in on stories from his High school/College days and what it takes to win a state championship in the highest classification of Georgia!By Michael Nelson