Best Full Count Channel Podcasts (2025)

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054 - Becoming a Full Time Author 50:21

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7h ago50:21

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Making the switch from hobbyist to full-time author is a dream for many. But it comes with its own challenges. From two of us who have become full time self-employed, we go through some of the pitfalls and areas to think about. USEFUL LINKS: Self Publishing Launchpad is open for enrolment: https://www.learnselfpublishing.com/launchpad Join our Patr…

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Utility of Various Hitting Tools / Tournament Schedules / College Games as a Learning Tool 44:41

3h ago44:41

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In episode 387 of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tori and Coach Don cover a wide range of topics including player highlights, equipment tips, and listener questions. They start with the 'Did You Know' segment featuring Megan Wiggins, a former Georgia softball star now playing for the Savannah Bananas' opponent team, the Tailgaters.…

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Episode 343: Calories Don't Count on the Road 28:11

9h ago28:11

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Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ooEr72ikd5E As you'll hear, this one was recorded right as we pulled away from Murphy's Pub in Seattle, our last date on the tour… and thus began our 36 hour drive home. ALSO we have the second half of our interview with John and Matt Werner of the Sassanachs. Check out last's week episode if you miss…

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Why MLB Players buy in Manhattan & Brooklyn’s Top Zones! | Ronnie Kalra 47:40

2d ago47:40

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Luxury realtor Ronnie Kalra, Manhattan’s go-to expert for high-end real estate! In this episode, Ronnie shares her insider perspective on living in Manhattan and reveals the hottest neighborhoods in Manhattan and Brooklyn for maximizing return on investment. Plus, she answers the big question: Where will New York Yankees pitcher Max Fried likely bu…

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053 - Audio Books for Authors - Part 2 47:52

4d ago47:52

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It's part 2 of our discussion about generating income from audio versions of your books. We talk about the AI options among other things, and James has a mini rant about the opposition many authors still face, because they use the latest technology which is available to all. USEFUL LINKS: ElevenLabs: https://www.indiewritersclub.com/elevenlabs Join…

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C Flap vs Cage / Finding a Tournament / Tough Lineup Decisions / Mental and Physical Aspects of Hitting 51:46

5d ago51:46

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In episode 386 of 'Everything Fast Pitch' by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss various segments including 'Did You Know,' featuring a debate on regional terminology for skin abrasions. The City of the Week is Jacksonville, Florida, and the Player of the Week is recognized for her resilience. Equipment Tip of the Week highlights Squa…

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Medical History by TATTOOING WITHOUT INK!!? & Extreme-Childhood Trauma Overcome 1:24:15

10d ago1:24:15

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Lauren and Chase Stroud have Overcome extreme-childhood trauma, surviving broken families, and finding healing through faith, love, and resilience. Lauren shares her incredible story of battling CALCINOSIS — a painful and incurable disease — and how she accidentally discovered a tattoo “therapy” that shocked doctors and helped shrink the calcium bu…

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Episode 342: Stadium Show in a Shoebox 43:00

7d ago43:00

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SlapperCast Episode 342: "Stadium Show in a Shoebox" This episode was recorded in two bits. The first is a vancast segment recorded on Monday, August 18th, as we drove from Montana to Oregon, shortly after dropping Frank off at the airport. The second segment is a SassyCast recorded in Omaha a week earlier with our good friends Matt and John Werner…

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052 - Audio Books for Authors - Part 1 34:12

14d ago34:12

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We take a two episode dive into audio books. In the first part we discuss the options facing indies, such as wide or exclusive, self produce or collaborate etc. USEFUL LINKS: Join our Patreon for exclusive access including Live Q&As with James & Cara and your chance to discuss your writing career. https://www.indiewritersclub.com/support Self Publi…

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New NCAA Seeding / Building a new high school program / First Aid Emphasis / Strength Training / Raspberry or Strawberry 1:05:25

13d ago1:05:25

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In this episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss various topics related to softball, including new NCAA rules for seeding the top 32 teams starting in 2026 and recognizing Clearwater, Florida as the City of the Week. They highlight the Fast Pitch Prep player of the week and the importance of strength tra…

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Episode 341: Sympathy Eighty 47:41

14d ago47:41

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SlapperCast Episode 341: "Sympathy Eighty" We have a special guest this week: our dear friend JAY HOELLEN, whom we've talked about many times in the past (most recently last week in Episode 340). We had a great chat with Jay right before we headed to our gig at Buck's Bar & Grill in Venice, NE. The opening segment was recorded a few days later with…

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051 - How to Plot Your Next Novel 44:32

21d ago44:32

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There's no correct way to plot, but here are our suggestions. Mentioned in the pod were my 5 points to note during plotting - see below the links. USEFUL LINKS: Join our Patreon for exclusive access including Live Q&As with James & Cara and your chance to discuss your writing career. https://www.indiewritersclub.com/support Novel November - a new w…

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Little League Softball Viewership / Junior Colleges and Recruiting / Bring in Experts 52:24

20d ago52:24

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This episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep with Coach Tory and Coach Don discussing various topics related to fast-pitch softball. This week's warmup segments include 'Did You Know,' City of the Week, Player of the Week, and the Equipment Tip of the Week. Highlighted topics include the rising popularity of softball as evidenced by the…

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Episode 340: Mister Snooze 26:37

24d ago26:37

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SlapperCast Episode 340: "Mister Snooze" This one was recorded a week ago as we traveled from Weston to Omaha. We share stories about the legendary Jeff Quinn and the deep roots we’ve grown in Omaha because of him. Along the way we recap our weekend at O’Malley’s Pub, and the strange circumstances that lead to us wondering whether or not Patrick wa…

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Marjorie Taylor Greene's remarks on Housing: Young Adults Priced Out & Matt Rife’s Haunted House 28:38

25d ago28:38

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There are constant conversations that take place about young adults facing anxiety for not being able to afford a home or find someone to marry/partnership. The economics of this all have affected the financial and housing markets and its unknown how this may affect the future. A tweet by Marjorie Taylor Greene was shared regarding this topic. This…

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050 - News Round Up 47:44

29d ago47:44

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Episode 50 is a good time to take stock of the industry and discuss the latest developments that can affect our indie world. Useful links: LSP Launchpad Course waitlist: https://www.learnselfpublishing.com/launchpad Get your ticket for SPS Live: https://www.learnselfpublishing.com/spslive Join our Patreon for exclusive access including Live Q&As wi…

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Turf Fields / Playing on a weaker high school team / Energy for situational drills / Top tier teams stockpiling pitchers / Infield Fly highlight 1:06:20

27d ago1:06:20

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In episode 383 of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss various ways to enhance softball practices, including how to make situational drills more efficient and game-like using tools like the 'two ball drill.' They explore the phenomenon of top-tier teams collecting talented pitchers and the implications for play…

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Blindsided by Divorce: Hard Lessons Learned 55:36

28d ago55:36

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In this conversation, Tamala May shares her powerful journey. Fostering children brought joy and challenges to her family life. Unraveling of her marriage was totally-unexpected and very painful. Divorce was a taboo in her family, while continuing the generational curse her Ex-husband once swore to break. Conversations with children about divorce r…

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Episode 339: The Most Important Date of the Year 35:23

28d ago35:23

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SlapperCast Episode 339: "The Most Important Date of the Year" Episode 339 one was recorded during the first two days of a nearly three-week tour. First as we drove to Wichita, KS, for our gig at Barleycorn's, and then the next day (Paddy's birthday), as we drove to Weston, MO. We marvel at how little this band complains, and share our favorite and…

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049 - Your First Two Years as an Indie Author 47:10

1M ago47:10

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Let's talk about the author platform you need to build. This episode covers those crucial foundation months as you start out. USEFUL LINKS: Join our Patreon for exclusive access including Live Q&As with James & Cara and your chance to discuss your writing career. https://www.indiewritersclub.com/support…

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Will Alex Call or Brock Stewart Buy a Mansion After Dodgers Trade? Predicting the Price 24:39

1M ago24:39

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In this episode of the Full Count Podcast we dive into the recent trades of outfielder Alex Call and reliever Brock Stewart to the Los Angeles Dodgers, exploring whether their new contracts and life circumstances make them likely to invest in a mansion in Los Angeles. Drawing on their contract details, remaining terms, and demographic factors like …

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Count and hitter's advantage / Input from different coaches / Benchwarmer on Varsity vs playing on JV / Practice better with outfielders 55:05

1M ago55:05

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In episode 382 of Everything Fastpitch by Fastpitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss various topics pertinent to fastpitch softball. They highlight the end of the inaugural AUSL team season, featuring the Talons as champions, and debate the unconventional naming of these teams. Albuquerque, New Mexico, is celebrated as the City of the Week, a…

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Episode 338: Elmo with a @#$%& 34:29

1M ago34:29

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This one was recorded on the road to Nacogdoches for our first-ever gig at Fredonia Brewery (which was a GREAT time, by the way). We talk about our recent show at the Continental Club Houston, and the professional photo shoot we did recently with Krystiee Lee. ALSO: Turbo's recent victory in court. Krystiee Lee Photography https://www.krystieeleeph…

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Youth softball on TV is great / NIL Distribution / Handling didn't make the team / Player's role in development 50:55

1M ago50:55

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In this week's edition of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coaches Tory and Don as hosts. This episode promises a fun and informative lineup, including a 'Did You Know' segment on Little League Softball TV coverage, recognition for Irvine, California as 'City of the Week', and Payton Harris from Mediapolis, Iowa as 'Player of the Week'. Th…

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048 - Are Facebook Ads Still Number One for Authors? 40:44

1M ago40:44

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Welcome to episode 48 of the Indie Writers Club. This week Cara (spicy romance, romance) and James Blatch (thrillers) discuss Facebook (Meta) Ads. For years they have reigned supreme as the goto resource to drive readers to Amazon. But are they still working for writers? USEFUL LINKS: Join our Patreon for exclusive access including Live Q&As with J…

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Hypnosis IS NOT MIND CONTROL: Brad Matchett is a pro Comedy-Hypnotist & he shares what goes on behind the curtain. 1:14:40

1M ago1:14:40

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****Full-Video episode on:**** Spotify, YouTube, and Rumble: https://rumble.com/v6wpxxi-hypnosis-is-neither-magic-nor-mind-control.html My wifey Malyri (CheapChicFinds) went "under Hypnosis" at a county fair. She broke it down for me, as it isn’t magic—and it’s Definitely NOT Mind Control. In this episode, host Seth Ryan sits down with Brad Matchet…

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#2 Malyri (CheapChicFinds) being hypnotised by Comedy-Hypnotist Brad Matchett 14:25

1M ago14:25

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(FULL EPISODE DROPS IN 1 HR) Hypnosis isn’t magic—and it’s definitely not mind control. In my episode, host Seth Ryan sits down with Brad Matchett, a nationally known fair circuit entertainer, corporate performer, and family-friendly stage hypnotist, to pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood professions. From his early days in accou…

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Episode 337: Free Stewie 31:34

2M ago31:34

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SlapperCast Episode 337: "Free Stewie" This one was recorded on the road to Beaumont with our special guest star: Turbo's eldest son Kaiden (a.k.a. Stewie). On the docket this week: arguing about ice cream, songs we should cover… PLUS if we had 20 minutes to play for the world… what songs would we choose? 00:00:00 — Intro 00:02:13 — Ice Cream Argum…

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Why Livvy Dunne Was DENIED Babe Ruth’s $1.6M NYC Apartment! Dream crushed by a Co-Op 22:57

2M ago22:57

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The allure of a co-op continues to lose its appeal due. Livvy Dunne's dream to own Babe Ruth's former apartment was taken from her because of a co-op board. We give you our thoughts as to why likely this took place. Livvy had already been at the property with her realtor, her boyfriend (Paul Skenes) to then be denied a few days before closing! #liv…

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047 - How to Translate Your Books and Sell in Foreign Markets 59:43

2M ago59:43

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In this episode we deep dive into the process and strategy for launching your English language books into global markets. We recommend scribeshadow.com (they are not a sponsor, this is a genuine recommendation). You can use our referral code IWC50 for 50% off your first month. You download a free PDF that contains the key points from the discussion…

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Softball watered down? / Facilitate recruiting / Feel and Real / Choosing a team 48:58

2M ago48:58

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In this episode of Everything Fastpitch by Fastpitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss several important topics through their warmup, lead off, and coaching segments. They begin with updates on the AUSL's strong growth and potential future changes, advocating for a merger with other professional fast pitch entities and the establishment of cit…

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Episode 336: Dripping Hard 36:01

2M ago36:01

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This one was recorded during the drive home from Weston, MO. We talk about stage fright—how it still hits hard, how we deal with it, and how the nerves never fully go away. 00:00 — First segment 10:11 — Paddy's Pet Peeve Piece 13:27 — Playing after Bill Kirchen 15:55 — Stage Fright 25:46 — Blaggards overture? 28:49 — Great coffee shop in Leavenwort…

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046 - The Dark Side of AI 35:24

2M ago35:24

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I'll confess, I love using AI for various parts of my marketing and editing, but even as an advocate of what AI can do for us writers, even I know there is a dark side. I experienced that recently with an email and in this episode we talk about how scammers are always one-step ahead. USEFUL LINKS: Join our Patreon for exclusive access including Liv…

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When to pull pitcher / Is softball watered down? / College Camps / Practice weaknesses 49:34

2M ago49:34

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In this week's episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory and Coach Don dive into various topics related to softball. Episode 379 features segments including 'Did You Know,' focusing on enjoying the end-of-season championships, and 'City of the Week,' spotlighting Seattle, Washington. They discuss the ongoing struggle to get Pl…

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Episode 335: Won't Get Fueled Again 48:04

2M ago48:04

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This one was recorded shortly after we hit the road for Weston, Missouri, in the wee hours of Friday morning. Discussed: awkward doctor visits, failed dietary choices, massage preferences, and the Continental Club Houston's 25th Anniversary. Rick Gillis: https://rickgillis.com Prodigious Saps: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJaU6rw754l-Z0HQ4SB3gw…

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Housing Market Fear Tactics Exposed: The truth Lies in the Data! 14:01

2M ago14:01

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There’s been mounting pressure by those participating in the market whether to buy or sell property, and everything you find on social media or on tv probably puts some fear in you. Don’t let it get to you! I bought a home this year and sold my last property last year. Even though I knew the market would slow because if you hold long enough, price …

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045 - How to Use an AI Manuscript Critique 48:04

2M ago48:04

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In this episode of the Indie Writers Club, James and Cara discuss various aspects of writing, the use of AI in manuscript critiques, and the impact of translations on indie publishing. They explore the benefits of using tools like ProWritingAid, the importance of character development, and the themes that resonate within their stories. The conversa…

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Colorado / Hitting Lineup / NIL & Portal Interview / Parental Influence / Old School vs New 1:18:37

2M ago1:18:37

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In this week's episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss various topics including the transformation of Colorado into the epicenter for travel softball, the importance of attending these major events, and recognizing a repeat Player of the Week for her efforts in a faith-based softball camp in Montana. Th…

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Episode 334: One-Thousand Three Hundred and Forty-Four I-Don't-Give-a-Damn Percent 27:00

2M ago27:00

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SlapperCast Episode 334: "One-Thousand Three Hundred and Forty-Four I-Don't-Give-a-Damn Percent" Episode 334 was recorded right after rehearsal this past Thursday. Weird story of the week: Turbo almost getting run over by his own truck. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become…

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044 - Writers Retreat and Conference Report 39:11

2M ago39:11

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In this episode, Cara and James reflect on their recent experiences at the first IWC Writers' Retreat and the SPS Live conference. They discuss the networking opportunities, feedback from workshop sessions, and the sense of community among indie writers. Useful links: Join our Patreon for exclusive access including Live Q&As with James & Cara and y…

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Marine ignored chain-of-command to save her! 0:36

2M ago0:36

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She had JUST been taken, and he knew if he followed the rules she would be gone and a horrific fate in Human Trafficking rings overseas.By Seth Ryan

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Following Christ while a Ranger, Marine, Police Officer, Private Military Contractor 0:36

2M ago0:36

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It's not easy, and Rarely "fun" but it's worth-it!By Seth Ryan

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She had JUST been taken. 0:36

2M ago0:36

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Most human trafficking victims never think meeting a stranger in another country (that they've never met in person) is a dangerous consequences until it's too late.By Seth Ryan

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Review of latest with NIL and House Settlement / Trophy Hunting / Honest feedback to athletes 1:01:26

2M ago1:01:26

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In this edition of Everything Fastpitch by FastpitchPrep, the hosts are back together via Zoom. Key segments in this episode include discussions on the training of Team USA Softball in Oklahoma City, the recognition of Albany, New York as the City of the Week, and a call for more Player of the Week nominations. The interview segment features Dr. Ma…

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Real or Prank...her life hanging in the balance. 0:44

2M ago0:44

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She got very lucky. How many children, girls and young women are not so lucky...?By Seth Ryan

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Episode 333: You Can’t Spell Rock Without Rick 59:06

2M ago59:06

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SlapperCast Episode 333: "You Can’t Spell Rock Without Rick" Our dear friend Rick Gillis joins us to talk résumés, self-worth, and his latest brainchild: a book called “Your Work Does Not Speak for Itself — YOU Do.” We talk about Houston, hard hats, job boards, performance reviews, and why calling someone on the phone is now considered an act of wi…

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043 - How to Survive the Editing Process 48:54

3M ago48:54

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It's the Indie Writers Club with Cara & James! This week we talk editing/revising/rewriting, whatever you call it. Some of us love it (me) some hate it (Cara) but we all have to do it! Big thanks to our sponsors prowritingaid.com, who make the entire process SO much easier (use code IWC15 for 15% off annual plans). _________________________________…

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Softball popularity on the rise / SEC permanent location? / Structure of pro ball / Unfair accusations directed at young players 27:45

3M ago27:45

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In this edition of Everything Fastpitch by Fastpitch Prep, Coach Tory shares the news that the podcast will return to its regular format next week. This week's mini pod includes the announcement of Kerrigan Welch as the Player of the Week, praises her achievements both on and off the field, and highlights the importance of listener nominations for …

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Episode 1: Real Life "TAKEN" Story (Woman kidnapped in Malaysia) 1:00:49

3M ago1:00:49

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Random phone call comes into the US Embassy in Malaysia, Marine Security Guard (MSG) SGT Parmer answers the phone to hear a woman crying and saying she's been kidnapped. She's traveling alone in Malaysia and was supposed to meet a guy she's been talking to online and when they met, he took her. This could be real but is Very Likely a prank call, es…

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Episode 332: Lightning Round 44:36

3M ago44:36

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SlapperCast Episode 332: "Lightning Round" A spontaneous and very fun episode recorded in Turbo's office this past Thursday afternoon right after the three of us had lunch together. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast c…