Best Full Press Coverage Podcasts (2025)

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Furness Show 5-19: Mollywhop with Nathan Bishop, Walter Jones 1:15:50

10h ago1:15:50

1:15:50

John Schneider had some interesting comments regarding the Seahawks deciding to part ways with DK Metcalf. We take a listen and try to read into exactly why Seattle decided to trade him away. Mollywhop Monday! Nathan Bishop of The Light Bat joins Dick to discuss the victorious first leg of the Vedder Cup as the Mariners swept the Dodgers this weeke…

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Katherine Stewart on Christian Nationalism's Influence on Conservatism 42:32

15m ago42:32

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Katherine Stewart, author of Money, Lies, and God: Inside the Movement to Destroy American Democracy, joins to discuss Christian nationalism’s influence on modern conservatism. Also, the distinction between sincere and performative beliefs in the Trump administration, especially economic fictions like tariffs not being taxes. Plus, in the context o…

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Alexa, What's with the Pope's Brother? 28:49

2d ago28:49

28:49

Today on The Gist we revisit an interview from 2017 with Lena Kahn and play a segment from this week where Mike talked abouts the new popes MAGA brother. Produced by Corey Wara Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe…

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Henry Abbott on the Logistics of Ballistics 43:55

3d ago43:55

43:55

Henry Abbott joins to discuss Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performance, spotlighting insights from Dr. Marcus Elliott—not just about elite training, but how something as basic as learning to land can change careers and prevent lifelong injury. Plus, the three Yale professors so steeped in the study of fascism they fled to Toro…

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Furness Show 5-16: Julio Hate, Danny O'Neil, Heidi Watney. 1:11:40

3d ago1:11:40

1:11:40

Ian is LIVE at the Snoqualmie casino and he's pretty disctracted...what is with the Julio hate? Danny O'Neil joins to talk about...the Royal Family? The Russell Wilson trade 3 years ago, and more. Daily Power Play. Heidi Watney from Apple TV's Friday Night Baseball joins the show to talk about the national perspective on the Mariners and more. Chec…

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Jocelyn Benson on Being a Purposeful / Purple State Warrior 48:37

4d ago48:37

48:37

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson joins to discuss her new book The Purposeful Warrior: Standing Up for What's Right When the Stakes Are High. Benson, frontrunner to become Michigan's next governor discusses the tactics she and other secretaries of state used to combat 2020 election denialism, but also her restraint during efforts to keep …

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Furness Show 5-15: NFL Schedule, Eno Sarris, Corbin Smith. 1:12:53

4d ago1:12:53

1:12:53

The NFL Schedule is released, and it's exactly like Ian predicted yesterday. Eno Sarris joins the show to talk about the Mariners injuries, the Aaron Judge dominance, The Daily Power Play. Corbin Smith joins the show to break down the Seahawks schedule and more. Checking the Textline. Softy joins for cross talk.…

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Furness Show 5-14: NFL Schedule release, M's news and more 1:13:37

5d ago1:13:37

1:13:37

The NFL creates a lot of buzz with the release of the teams' schedules. While we know they're purposefully a 24/7 sport, if they really didn't want the schedules getting released, they should impose some penalties. Ian breaks down what we know about the Seahawks schedule so far. What are the most significant marks on the calendar? Do the Kraken hav…

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David Graham on The Project and the Plan to Remake American Government 41:20

5d ago41:20

41:20

David Graham author of The Project: How Project 2025 is Changing America, explains how Project 2025 seeks not smaller government, but a more obedient one—politicizing civil service, gutting regulation, and embedding a Trump-aligned worldview across federal agencies. He discusses how its authors blend sincere constitutional theory with radical insti…

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Character Under Fire: Gen. Stanley McChrystal on the Costs of Conviction 36:34

6d ago36:34

36:34

Retired General Gen. Stanley McChrystal joins to discuss his book On Character: Choices that Define a Life, and how real character transcends grit or discipline to include values that hold under fire. Plus, Trump touches the economic stove, recoils, and suddenly recession odds drop along with tariffs rates. And from The Hague, Rodrigo Duterte wins …

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Furness Show 5-13: Trail Blazers Sale, NBA Draft Lottery, Joe Sheehan, John Lund. 1:16:06

6d ago1:16:06

1:16:06

Is the NBA Draft Lottery fixed? The Trail Blazers are for sale, how does this affect the Seahawks ownership situation and the Sonics return? Joe Sheehan joins the show to share his thoughts on the reinstatement of Pete Rose and more. The Daily Power Play. John Lund joins the show to talk about the draft lottery, the Trail Blazers sale, and more. Ch…

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Furness Show 5-12: Mollywhop Monday, Dave Sims. 1:16:26

7d ago1:16:26

1:16:26

The Mollywhop boys stop by after the Mariners get swept by Toronto, what is going on with Bryce Miller? Is this series just a blip in the radar or something to get concerned about? What can we expect in the New York series? Former Mariners and current Yankees broadcaster Dave Sims joins the show to talk about the brilliance of Aaron Judge, the Mari…

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Altman Almighty 35:43

7d ago35:43

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Sam Altman’s outsize ambition and messianic optimism take center stage in a conversation with Keach Hagey, author of The Optimist: Sam Altman, OpenAI, and the Race to Invent the Future. From failed flip-phone apps to billion-dollar AI bets, Altman emerges as one of Silicon Valley’s most effective—and unsettling—dream merchants. Plus: Trump’s flying…

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BLT: Bacon, Lettuce, and Todd 30:26

9d ago30:26

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Today on The Gist we play back a section for our Chuck Todd interview that didn't make it on air and revisit a 2020 interview with Don Bacon. Produced by Corey Wara Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist…

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Furness Show 5-9: Mariners back home, Danny O'Neil and Corbin Smith 1:19:30

10d ago1:19:30

1:19:30

The Mariners start a three-game series with the Blue Jays tonight - will we see less Toronto fans tonight? There are many reasons why it won't be like what we've seen in the past. The Mariners feel confident right now, and that's why even when they're down, they're not out. Danny O'Neil, The Dang Apostrophe! tells Ian how much he loves rooting agai…

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Jim Lampley on the Blows That Made Broadcasting History 43:03

10d ago43:03

43:03

Jim Lampley joins to discuss It Happened!: A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television, his memoir of sports, broadcasting, the randomness of a lucky break, and crying along with Mike Tyson. Plus: Trump’s Surgeon General pick, Casey Means, pitches metabolic woo—we break down several of her claims from appearances with Joe Rogan and Tucker Carlson. A…

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Furness Show 5-8: Gregg Bell in, Eno Sarris and Corbin Smith 1:19:40

11d ago1:19:40

1:19:40

How about those Mariners? How are they continuing to win series after series, especially considering the monumental comebacks we've seen? Eno Sarris, The Athletic begins by telling us about his 74-year-old mother's epic adventures in running a 125-mile race in Arizona right now. While he respects what the Mariners have done lately, he doesn't see i…

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Not Even Mad: Eric Zorn and Austin Berg 1:04:27

11d ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Austin Berg and Eric Zorn are Not Even Mad as we discuss mayoral overcrowding and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, the supposed new MAGA slayer. Plus: a few thoughts on our new American spiritual leader—not the pope, but the Surgeon General. Produced by Corey Wara Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠sales…

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Furness Show 5-7: We Root Against the Thunder, Gregg Bell, Brent Severyn. 1:15:12

12d ago1:15:12

1:15:12

The NBA playoffs have been captivating and Ian as to admit the Thunder have done a great job building a team and he hates that. We don't have to get over the Sonics leaving, but it might not sting as much as it used to. Gregg Bell, The News Tribune joins us and shares his experiences on the Palouse as his son graduated this past weekend. Does is ma…

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Max Expression, Merz Confusion 46:24

12d ago46:24

46:24

Arkells frontman Max Kerman joins to discuss his book Try Hard: Creative Work in Progress, unpacking the craft behind stage banter, songwriting rule-breaking, and joyful collaboration. He explains why athletes lean on superstition while creatives benefit from breaking routine and planting show tickets around Red Deer with a retired farmer. Plus: Ge…

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Holy Vehicles and Hollow Coverage 32:30

13d ago32:30

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Pope Francis posthumously sends a Popemobile to Gaza — a gesture more symbolic than logistical. Chuck Todd returns to discuss media complicity, Biden’s bubble-wrap presidency, and the audience-capture logic warping modern newsrooms. In the Spiel, Bernie Sanders’ love of the word “oligarchs” versus Elissa Slotkin’s preference for “kings” is perhaps …

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Furness Show 5-6: Joe Sheehan, John Lund and Softy 1:18:28

13d ago1:18:28

1:18:28

Ian rejoices in Oklahoma City's loss and that's a bitterness he'll admit he won't let go. It does rip back open the wound of the Sonics' departure. We also witnessed an embarrassment of a stadium in what the A's played in last night, while they actually are playing good baseball. Joe Sheehan, The Joe Sheehan Newsletter tells us what he thinks about…

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Chuck Todd Presses On 44:08

14d ago44:08

44:08

Former Meet the Press host Chuck Todd joins to talk about his new podcast, The Chuck Toddcast. He discusses why being a non-pushover and being non-partisan are complimentary, and what too many ex-network stars get wrong about "liberation." Also how Priebus, Pence, and Kushner acted as guardrails whereas Trump 2.0 feels more like a solo demolition d…

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Furness Show 5-5: Mollywhop Monday, Mariners on top and Seahawks rookies 1:18:55

14d ago1:18:55

1:18:55

All LA teams are out of the postseason across the NBA and NHL. You hate to see it. The Mariners keep winning, apparently against all odds. While we might have issues with the team's ownership, it shouldn't take away from enjoying how well the team is playing right now. Mollywhop Monday! Chris Crawford and Nathan Bishop help us make sense of why the…

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Mike Stops by House of Strauss and The Dispatch 1:11:01

16d ago1:11:01

1:11:01

Today on The Gist. Mike was recently on the podcast House of Strauss and The Dispatch Roundtable. We are going to share a portion, but if you want to listen to the rest of them, use the links below! ⁠⁠HoS: Mike Pesca - by Ethan Strauss - House of Strauss⁠⁠⁠⁠The Dispatch ⁠ ⁠Podcast - Breaking News Commentary & Analysis⁠⁠Produced by Corey Wara Email …

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Furness Show 5-2: Danny O'Neil, Damien Martinez, Bryce Cabledue, Joe Withee 1:18:03

17d ago1:18:03

1:18:03

We are live from the Virginia Mason Athletic Center! Rookie minicamp is underway and the Mariners start their series in Texas tonight Danny O'Neil, The Dang Apostrophe! joins the show to discuss Seahawks' rookie camp, remembering Russell Wilson's first rookie camp, and Jalen Milroe. Should Marshawn Lynch have his own 30 for 30? The Mariners are on …

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Funny You Should Mention: Michelle Buteau 57:17

17d ago57:17

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Michelle Buteau stops by to talk about getting high in the reptile house and why she caught flak for doing spon-con souptroversy. We also get into her Dutch husband, the spirituality she doesn’t buy into, and whether her socialism can coexist with her ambition to get paid. Plus, we ask: can a Buteau-pian society have luxe throw pillows?Produced by …

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Furness Show 5-1: Gregg Bell in for Ian Furness, Eno Sarris, Corbin Smith. 1:11:37

18d ago1:11:37

1:11:37

Mike Macdonald is firmly putting his fingerprints on this Seahawks organization this season and Gregg takes note of where it's showing up in the draft with the offensive line, as well as the impact Jalen Milroe might have. Eno Sarris, The Athletic joins us to evaluate the unexpected production we're seeing from Jorge Polanco, what's taking place ar…

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Rust Director Joel Souza on Tragedy, Survival, and His Non-Relationship with Alec Baldwin 43:11

18d ago43:11

43:11

Rust director Joel Souza joins for an interview about finishing a film that nearly killed him—and did kill talented cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Souza speaks candidly about grief, safety failures, and his estrangement from Alec Baldwin, as well as why completing Rust became a moral obligation rather than a commercial one.Plus National Security …

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What is Gen-Z Doing with Mewing? 38:09

19d ago38:09

38:09

Sadie Dingfelder returns to investigate the cult of “mewing” — the viral tongue-posture technique that promises to chisel your jaw and change your life, or IS THAT BS? Then we turn to the rarest development of all: Trump, on Day 100 of his second term, strikes a deal with Zelensky but not the big one. Plus, we salute a scrappy little government age…

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Furness Show 4-30: PWHL to Seattle, Nick Emmanwori, Greg Cosell. 1:17:04

20d ago1:17:04

1:17:04

The PWHL added a Seattle team today and Ian is happy to see growth in women's sports. Could this be a new family sports event here? Nick Emmanwori, Seahawks Safety joins Ian to reflect on the Seahawks trading up to get him, what he offers as a safety, those he looked up to throughout his career and what it means to be coming to a city and team that…

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Furness Show 4-29: Joe Sheehan, Steve Palazzolo, John Lund. 1:19:33

21d ago1:19:33

1:19:33

Joe Sheehan, The Joe Sheehan Newsletter joins Ian to talk about the Mariners' recent success and how sustainable it is, considering the injuries we've seen. The offense isn't an issue right now, but how long can it last? Steve Palazzolo, The 33rd Team gives us his final take on the Seahawks' draft and the free agent signings they added afterward. H…

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Hubris Maximus: The Shattering of Elon Musk 42:22

20d ago42:22

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Faiz Siddiqui discusses Hubris Maximus his sharp chronicle of Elon Musk’s maximalist vision, self-driving delusions, and the rule-breaking impulses that fuel both triumph and tragedy. Plus we hear a tart exchange in the White House briefing room about Amazon’s decision to itemize tariff costs. Plus, its been 100 days. At least 98 could have been a …

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Furness Show 4-28: Draft Initial Reactions, MollyWhop Monday, Nick Sheridan. 1:20:04

22d ago1:20:04

1:20:04

The draft is in the books and the Seahawks got quite a haul. Ian reflects on the picks. MollyWhop Monday! Chris Crawford and Nathan Bishop join Ian to talk about the Mariners SIX straight series wins, Jorge Polanco as the AL player of the week and Seattle playing fun baseball. The bottom half of the lineup has been outperforming and JP Crawford des…

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Trump 47: It's Not a Heart Attack, It's Gingivitis 46:41

21d ago46:41

46:41

David Frum, former Bush speechwriter and Atlantic contributor discusses Republican cowardice, Democratic excess, and the structural dangers facing American democracy. Frum argues that Donald Trump’s 2025 threat is deeper, more organized, and more perilous than ever before. Plus, Axios reporter Alex Thompson’s apt remarks puncture the often hollow s…

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Clay Millen on Tory Horton with Chuck and Hugh 15:47

23d ago15:47

15:47

Clay Millen, who quarterbacked at Colorado State with Troy Horton and receiver, joins Chuck and Dad, Hugh, to talk about the Seahawks new wide receiver taken in the second round of the draft.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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12th Man 2025 Draft Coverage: Day 3 Hour 3 45:13

23d ago45:13

45:13

Ian Furness, Rob Rang and Gregg Bell are live from Seahawks headquarters as the Seahawks make their first pick onDay 3 of the NFL Draft. The newest member of the Seahawks, Rylie Mills joins the guys and we hear from Seahawks Assistant GM Nolan Teasley.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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Rylie Mills, Seahawks DT/DE 6:26

23d ago6:26

6:26

Rylie Mills, Seahawks defensive lineman, 5th round pick out of Notre Dame joins Ian and Rob Rang to tell us why he's absolutely pumped to come to Seattle.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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12th Man 2025 Draft Coverage: Day 3 Hour 2 45:13

23d ago45:13

45:13

Ian Furness and Rob Rang are live from the VMAC for Day 3 of the NFL Draft and joined by Chuck powell and Gregg Bell as they bring us the latest on the NFL Draft.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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12th Man 2025 Draft Coverage: Day 3 Hour 1 54:24

23d ago54:24

54:24

Ian Furness and Rob Rang are live from the VMAC for Day 3 of the NFL Draft and joined by Chuck powell and Gregg Bell as they bring us the latest on the NFL Draft.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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Nick Sheridan, Alabama QBs and OC on Jalen Milroe 12:13

23d ago12:13

12:13

Nick Sheridan, Alabama QBs Coach and co-OC tells us exactly what the Seahawks are getting in their newest quarterback, Jalen Milroe.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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The Full Ginsburg 28:15

23d ago28:15

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Today on the Gist, we open the vaults to 2020 to revisit and interview with Dr. Paul Offit and we replay Monday's spiel on The Full Ginsburg. ⁠⁠Join The Gist Team⁠⁠ Produced by Corey Wara Email us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist⁠⁠⁠ Subs…

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Iran-Contra wrote the Playbook for Presidential Lawlessness 44:31

24d ago44:31

44:31

Alan McPherson author of The Breach: Iran-Contra and the Assault on American Democracy joins to discuss the Iran-Contra affair and how it plagued both the end of Regans Presidency and George H. W. Bush’s, but also how it ties into the politics of today. Also, Pete Hegseth is a dirty dirty boy, or at least has a dirty dirty line. Plus, its an Antwen…

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Ian Furness 4-25 H1: Rob Rang, Danny O’Neil, Kiefer on Zabel 40:49

24d ago40:49

40:49

In the first hour of Friday’s show, Ian Furness talks to Rob Rang of Fox Sports about the Seahawks selection of Grey Zabel at #18 last night, then talks to Danny O’Neil from The Dang Apostrophe about the NFL Draft and Seahawks decision, then Ian’s son and left tackle at Whitworth University, Kiefer Furness joins to break down the Grey Zabel pick.…

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Ian Furness 4-25 H2: Rob Rang, Corbin Smith, Texts and Softy 31:05

24d ago31:05

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In the second hour of Friday’s show, Ian Furness continues to break down the NFL Draft and second round ahead later today with Rob Rang of Fox Sports and Corbin Smith of Emerald City Spectrum, plus Seattle entering the second day, then get some listeners’ text questions today answered before Softy sits down at the VMAC for some cross-talk.…

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Earl Thomas and a surprise visit from Dan Quinn 15:21

25d ago15:21

15:21

Earl Thomas joins Ian in his first return to Seattle since 2018 - plus, his former Defensive Coordinator, Dan Quinn pops in to say hi and talk about the competitor he coached.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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Furness Show 4-24: Steve Palazzolo, Earl Thomas with Dan Quinn and Corbin Smith 1:17:10

26d ago1:17:10

1:17:10

Steve Palazzolo, The 33rd Team gives us his final draft preview as we are just hours away from round 1. Earl Thomas, Former Seahawks Safety joins Ian to share his favorite memories from his time in Seattle and give us an update on his life right now. Commanders HC, Dan Quinn jumps on to tell us what made Earl such a player and discusses coaching th…

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Punchlines and Straw Men 48:40

25d ago48:40

48:40

Jeff Maurer, former Last Week Tonight writer, has been knee-deep in century-old New York Times clippings—considering the differences between yesterday’s fascism fears and today’s. In Part 2, Jeff analyzes John Oliver’s recent reliance on straw men and Jon Stewart’s fairly triumphant return to The Daily Show. Plus- who is favored in a trade battle b…

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Furness Show 4-23: NFL Draft Preview with Greg Cosell and Hugh Millen! 1:18:06

26d ago1:18:06

1:18:06

Ian hosts a special NFL Draft Preview on the eve of the big day! Greg Cosell and Hugh Millen give you all the insight you can possibly get as we look ahead to the next Seahawks class.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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When Experts Circle the Wagons, The Public Wanders Off 41:30

27d ago41:30

41:30

We conclude our conversation with Stephen Macedo and Frances Lee, authors of In Covid’s Wake, exploring how political structures—not just bad actors—amplified the crisis. Plus, revisiting a 2021 Washington Post article that sided with YouTube’s removal of a DeSantis-hosted panel questioning masking for young children. And in "The Spiel", a probe of…

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