Best Gregg Taylor Podcasts (2025)

The NBA is back in just under a month, which means that teams are holding their media days before heading off to training camp. Howard Beck and Raja Bell discuss the most interesting quotes from media days and the new-look Zion Williamson. The Rockets were hit with the unfortunate news that Fred VanVleet will be out for the season after suffering a…

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Host - Dave and Betsy Smith, Guests - Remy the Republican Dog 1:31:12

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Host - Dave and Betsy Smith, Guests - Remy the Republican Dog The propaganda machine and brainwashing mechanisms in the United States are in full swing. Since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, we've witnessed the full effects of demonization against the Republican Party, the conservative movement, and Christian Americans. Every principle of propag…

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Hour 1 Host - Kathleen Winn, Guest - Ava Chen. Hour 2 Host - Ted Maxwell, Guest - Jay Tolkoff 1:31:03

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Hour 1 Host - Kathleen Winn, Guest - Ava Chen. Hour 2 Host - Ted Maxwell, Guest - Jay TolkoffBy Kathleen Winn

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Guests - Dominic Escamilla, Laurie Moore, Mark Beckman, Betsy Smith 1:29:42

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Guests - Dominic Escamilla, Laurie Moore, Mark Beckman, Betsy Smith Dominic Escamilla shared his personal experience attending Charlie Kirk's memorial service on Sunday. Despite standing in long lines and walking considerable distances in the heat, Escamilla described the event as deeply moving and spiritually powerful. Mark Beckman, author of "Som…

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Guests - Monty Bennett, Police Chief Chad E. Kasmar 1:29:35

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Guests - Monty Bennett, Police Chief Chad E. Kasmar Yesterday marked an unforgettable moment as thousands gathered to honor Charlie Kirk at Cardinals Stadium in Phoenix. The event, which began at 5 a.m. and concluded around 3:30 p.m., wasn't political in nature but rather a Christian gathering to honor a man who dedicated his life to his faith and …

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Guests - Jeff Utsch, Ian Trottier, John Donovan 1:30:01

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Guests - Jeff Utsch, Ian Trottier, John Donovan This Friday marks one of the toughest weeks in recent memory following the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA. Jeff Utsch, senior faculty lead instructor at the Leadership and Freedom Center in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, and head swim instructor at Streamline Performance, joins t…

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Kawhi Saga Continued, Adam Silver’s Highlight Comment, and Five Questions Heading Into NBA Training Camp! 1:22:13

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Howard Beck and Michael Pina have five burning questions across the league as teams prepare for training camp. First, they discuss the continued Kawhi Leonard–Clippers saga and how this could change people's views of the Clippers. Beck and Pina also discuss what Adam Silver might have meant when talking about the NBA being a highlights-based sport.…

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Guests - Shelly Boggs, Seamus Bruner, Lisa Von Geldern 1:29:26

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Guests - Shelly Boggs, Seamus Bruner, Lisa Von Geldern a heartfelt conversation with Shelly Boggs, Superintendent of Public Instruction for Maricopa County, Kathleen Winn reflects on the profound impact of Charlie Kirk's life and legacy following his tragic death. In conversation with Seamus Bruner, Director of Research at the Government Accountabi…

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Guests - Ava Chen, Steve Bannon 1:29:09

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Guests - Ava Chen, Steve Bannon The assassination of Charlie Kirk has brought America to a critical moment in its fight to defend the nation. The embodiment of American values has been murdered in the public square—a young man of faith, family, and courage who stood for traditional American ideals.By Kathleen Winn

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Guests - Sheronna Bishop, Stephen Mundt 1:30:23

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Guests - Sheronna Bishop, Stephen Mundt The transgender movement's influence has grown exponentially across America, reaching into schools, homes, and courts - often with devastating consequences for families. Despite President Trump's immediate actions to undo trans indoctrination and halt federal funding for organizations promoting gender ideolog…

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Guests - Dan Grossenbach, Betsy Smith, Pastor Robert Furrow 1:29:24

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Guests - Dan Grossenbach, Betsy Smith, Pastor Robert Furrow In the wake of the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, the conversation about free speech, parental rights, and the impact of gender ideology in education has taken on new urgency. The recent events have highlighted the dangerous consequences of political division and the vital importanc…

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Guest Hosts - Dave and Betsy Smith, Guest - Josh Jacobsen 1:30:00

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Guest Hosts - Dave and Betsy Smith Guest - Josh Jacobsen The recent arrest of a suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. Even those on the left are beginning to realize that there's a manifestation of violence behind divisive rhetoric. The suspect, a 22-year-old former college student who had becom…

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Guests - Rachel Keshel, Angel Barnett, Elijah Norton, Andy Biggs, Rick Shafton, Joanie Hammond, Arturo Del Ceuto, Gregg Gehringer 1:30:16

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Guests - Rachel Keshel, Angel Barnett, Elijah Norton, Andy Biggs, Rick Shafton, Joanie Hammond, Arturo Del Ceuto, Gregg Gehringer On the somber occasion of September 11, 2024, Win Tucson dedicated its broadcast to honoring Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, who was tragically killed in an apparent political assassination the previous day. …

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Did Another Dennis Seal the Clippers’ Fate? Plus, the Giddey Deal’s Impact on Other RFA Holdouts. 1:11:50

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Justin and Wos are back and they’re joined by Howard Beck to talk about his takeaways from Adam Silver’s latest press conference (2:33). Then, they get into their thoughts on the Kawhi Leonard–Clippers scandal. Lastly, they wrap up by talking about Josh Giddey’s contract extension (48:13), and the decision fellow restricted free agents Jonathan Kum…

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Guests - Dave Smith, Stephen Mundt, Betsy Smith 1:25:44

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Guests - Dave Smith, Stephen Mundt, Betsy Smith The diplomatic relationship between the United States and China continues to evolve under the Trump administration, with recent developments highlighting both tension and cautious dialogue. Secretary of War Pete Hagseth held his first call this week with his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Dong Jun, a co…

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Guests - Lee Smith, Kimberly McAllister, Daniel Butierez, Mandy Gunasekara, Betsy Smith 1:29:45

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Guests - Lee Smith, Kimberly McAllister, Daniel Butierez, Mandy Gunasekara, Betsy Smith Lee Smith, author of the forthcoming book "The China Matrix, The Epic Story of How Donald Trump Shattered a Deadly Pack," joined Win Tucson to discuss recent geopolitical developments. Smith, an investigative journalist, shared insights on President Trump's appr…

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You Herd It Here First 1:01:37

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In this episode, James and Ben are joined by Ed Kerr and Craig Lappin-Smith - a banker and restaurateur respectively, and joint co-founders of Herd - a project to promote regenerative farming through fractional ownership of farmland. Up for discussion - why food should be front and centre of nature recovery, why rewilding may not be all it's cracke…

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Guests - Robert Bowse, Alex Kolodin, Joel Strabala 1:27:43

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Guests - Robert Bowse, Alex Kolodin, Joel Strabala Robert Bowse, a financial institutions expert working in Washington D.C., detailed troubling allegations against Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The case centers on what appears to be systematic mortgage fraud involving multiple properties and false occupancy statements. Secretary of State cand…

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Guests - Dave Smith, Betsy Smith, Dr. Mateja De Leonni 1:29:47

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Guests - Dave Smith, Betsy Smith, Dr. Mateja De Leonni President Trump has issued an executive order renaming the US Department of Defense as the Department of War. The order designates "Department of War" as a secondary title for administrative purposes, allowing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to adopt the traditional title of Secretary of War in …

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Guests - Senator John Kavanagh, Jennifer Turner-Jones 1:31:47

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Guests - Senator John Kavanagh, Jennifer Turner-Jones State Senator John Kavanagh, representing the third legislative district in the Arizona Senate since 2023, brings a unique background to his legislative role. Before entering politics, Kavanagh served 20 years as a Port Authority Police officer in New York City. After retiring, he earned a PhD i…

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Reflecting on 25 Years of NBA Evolution With Ben Taylor 1:13:29

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The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann is joined by Ben Taylor, author of ‘Thinking Basketball’ and creator of the Thinking Basketball YouTube channel to reflect back on the last 25 years of basketball, how the game has evolved since 2000, as well as the new series on Ben’s YouTube channel, "21st Century Peaks". They also discuss unique skill sets of players li…

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Guests - Ava Chen, Betsy Smith 1:30:08

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Guests - Ava Chen, Betsy Smith On September 2nd, China held what many analysts are calling the largest military parade in modern Chinese history. This event marks a critical turning point in geopolitical dynamics, according to Ava Chen of the New Federal State of China, who joined host Kathleen Winn on China Watch Wednesday. "The world is different…

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Tom Horne, Keith Gross, Dave Smith, Joel Strabala 1:27:59

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Tom Horne, Keith Gross, Dave Smith, Joel Strabala State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne addressed recent public statements by Attorney General Kris Mayes claiming he had improperly approved ESA (Empowerment Scholarship Account) purchases. Legal analyst and former assistant state attorney Keith Gross provided ins…

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Guests - Dan Butierez, Steve Mundt, Nills Grevillius, Douglas Floto, Juan Ciscomani 1:31:18

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Guests - Dan Butierez, Steve Mundt, Nills Grevillius, Douglas Floto, Juan Ciscomani Congressional candidate Daniel Butierez is working hard in the final weeks before the special election for Arizona's Congressional District 7 on September 23rd. As a businessman rather than a career politician, Butierez offers a distinct alternative to his Democrati…

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Way Too Early 2026 NBA Player Awards 1:32:22

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The Ringer’s Howard Beck and Michael Pina sit down to share their way too early spicy 2026 NBA player awards. They each share their spicy picks—ranked from jalapeño to Carolina Reaper heat—for MVP, Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, Sixth Man, Most Improved, and Defensive Player of the Year. Hosts: Howard Beck and Michael Pina Producers: Victor…

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Laurie Moore 1:27:32

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Laurie Moore On Wednesday, a horrific shooting occurred at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis during a service marking the beginning of the school year. According to Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara, two children, ages 8 and 10, were killed where they sat in the pews. An additional 14 students between the ages of…

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Guests - Ava Chen, Joel Strabala, Betsy Smith, Lisa Von Geldern 1:29:23

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Guests - Ava Chen, Joel Strabala, Betsy Smith, Lisa Von Geldern Winn spoke with Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China about concerns regarding Chinese Communist Party influence over Chinese students studying in American universities. A mass shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis has claimed multiple lives, including two children aged e…

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Guests - Alex Kolodin, Betsy Smith, Lisa Von Geldern 1:29:37

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Guests - Alex Kolodin, Betsy Smith, Lisa Von Geldern Representative Alex Kolodin, a candidate for Secretary of State in the 2026 election cycle, joined Winn Tucson to discuss the ongoing issues with Arizona's election procedures under current Secretary of State Adrian Fontes. Betsy Brantner Smith, Spokesperson for the National Police Association, j…

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Guests - Wayne Morrow, Stephen Mundt 1:29:58

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Guests - Wayne Morrow, Stephen Mundt Wayne Morrow, CEO of the John Birch Society, joined Winn Tucson to discuss the importance of constitutional principles and civic education as America approaches its 250th anniversary. Retired Brigadier General Steven Mundt joined the program to discuss various national security and law enforcement issues, includ…

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Guests - Nelly Holst, Laurie Moore, Lisa Von Geldern 1:28:03

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Guests - Nelly Holst, Laurie Moore, Lisa Von Geldern oday marks a special day as I turn 67 years old. Birthdays always prompt me to reflect on where I've been, where I'm going, and what I've accomplished. I'm grateful to say I'm in good health, and I've received many wonderful calls from friends and loved ones. Nellie Holst, a light therapy consult…

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Knicks Offseason Thoughts and Expectations for the 2025-26 Season With Fred Katz 1:14:30

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Wosny Lambre is joined by The Athletic’s Fred Katz to talk about all things Knicks. They discuss the coaching search that led to the Mike Brown hire and what Brown can help the Knicks improve on from last season. They also discuss realistic expectations for the Knicks this season (54:40) and which dark-horse contenders could challenge the Knicks an…

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Michael Letts 1:28:47

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Michael Letts Recent investigations have revealed troubling connections between major financial institutions and organizations that help illegal immigrants evade deportation. Michael Letts, founder, president, and CEO of InvestUSA, joined the program to discuss New York City mayoral candidate Zohun Mamdami's apparent shift in …

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Guests – Ava Chen, Joel Strabala, Laurie Moore 1:29:19

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Guests – Ava Chen, Joel Strabala, Laurie Moore While Xi Jinping wasn't physically at the negotiating table, his interests and China's influence lurked behind every conversation from August 15th through August 18th when Trump met with European leaders and Zelensky at the White House. Back in Tucson, the Ward 3 city council race demonstrates how elec…

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Christina Bobb, Joel Strabala 1:27:57

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Christina Bobb, Joel Strabala The conversation around gun control has reached a fever pitch in Tucson, with Attorney General Adelphia Grijalva, representatives from the Gabby Giffords Foundation, and other political figures pushing for increased restrictions on firearms. Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Poli…

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Guests – Daniel Butierez, Rick Shafton, Janet Edwards 1:28:02

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Guests – Daniel Butierez, Rick Shafton, Janet Edwards A special election for Congressional District 7 in Southern Arizona is set for September 23rd, just one month away. This race will determine who replaces the seat formerly held by Raul Grijalva. Republican candidate Daniel Butierez joined Kathleen Winn to discuss his campaign and recent debate p…

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League Pass Rankings, Season Schedule Insight, and Opening Night Expectations 1:06:24

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The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann and Tyler Parker get together to discuss the release of the 2025-26 NBA schedule, expectations for the opening night matchup between the Rockets and Thunder, and the weakened East. Plus, Kyle presents his NBA League Pass rankings for the upcoming season. (00:00) Welcome to The Ringer NBA Show! (04:33) Expectations for Rock…

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Guests - Nate Foster, Gen. Stephen Mundt, Jenny Beth Martin, Janet Wittenbraker 1:30:39

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Guests - Nate Foster, Gen. Stephen Mundt, Jenny Beth Martin, Janet Wittenbraker Nate Foster from the Tucson Police Protection League, shedding light on the escalating problems in Tucson’s transit system and broader public safety concerns. retired General Steve Mundt joins to draw parallels between Tucson’s woes and national issues, then dives into …

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Guests - State Rep. Alexander Kolodin, Mo Asnani 1:29:19

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Guests - State Rep. Alexander Kolodin, Mo Asnani Representative Alexander Kolodin from District 3, currently running for secretary of state, joined Win Tucson to discuss his campaign and concerns about the current administration of election law in Arizona. Mo Asnani, founder and partner of D2 Dispensaries, discusses recent developments in the marij…

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Guests - Ava Chen, Dave Smith 1:30:30

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Guests - Ava Chen, Dave Smith The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) continues to use Chinese citizens as lab rats for medical testing. In their latest move, authorities are mandating blood tests and releasing lab mosquitoes to fight a Chikungunya outbreak that has spread across China, with nearly 1,400 reported cases in the past week. While the CCP cla…

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Guests - Rachel Keshel, Karrin Taylor Robson, Betsy Smith 1:30:06

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Guests - Rachel Keshel, Karrin Taylor Robson, Betsy Smith State Representative Rachel Keshel (LD17) joined Kathleen Winn to discuss her ongoing legislative work and plans for re-election. Arizona gubernatorial candidate Karen Taylor Robson, a Mesa native with over 30 years of private sector experience, joined the program to discuss her campaign pri…

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Guests - Kirk Feiler, Cory McGarr, Betsy Smith, Joel Strabala, Jeff Dornik 1:29:16

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Guests - Kirk Feiler, Cory McGarr, Betsy Smith, Joel Strabala, Jeff Dornik In a significant development for Legislative District 17, Kirk Feller, the current chair of the Pinal County Republican Party, has announced his candidacy for State Representative. Another guest on the program, Betsy Brantner Smith, emphasized Feller's strong support for law…

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Guests – Stephen Mundt 1:29:58

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Guests – Stephen Mundt The tragic shooting at Fort Stewart, Georgia this week serves as a stark reminder that even our most disciplined institutions aren't immune to the devastating effects of workplace bullying and isolation. All five victims are expected to survive, with three already released from the hospital and one more expected to be dischar…

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Top Five Best NBA Duos and Trae Young’s Frustration 1:12:37

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Howard Beck and Michael Pina assess the NBA landscape and give their current top five duos across the league. Who’s the top duo, and who gets an honorable mention? They also reminisce on the top duos of all time. Plus, did De’Aaron Fox's extension make things that much harder for the Hawks and Trae Young to find an agreement in the future? 0:08 Int…

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Joel Strabala, Lisa Von Geldern 1:30:14

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Guests - Betsy Smith, Joel Strabala, Lisa Von Geldern On Wednesday, a shooting at Fort Stewart, Georgia left five soldiers wounded. According to information from Army sources, the three male victims have been released from the hospital, while two female victims remain hospitalized. One woman is expected to be released this weekend, while the other …

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Guests – Ava Chen, Betsy Smith 1:30:48

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Guests – Ava Chen, Betsy Smith Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China, explores the intricate web of technology warfare that's reshaping the global order. This isn't just about trade disputes—it's about the fundamental question of which system will control the future: authoritarian surveillance capitalism or the free world's approach to innov…

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Guests - Mark Levin, Yvette Serino, Tony Holland 1:29:22

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Guests - Mark Levin, Yvette Serino, Tony Holland Mark Levin, host of the Mark Levin Show on KVOI from 3 to 6 Live and Fox's "Life, Liberty and Levin," joined Winn Tucson to discuss his ninth book, "On Power." The book explores the concept of power in American politics and society, distinguishing between positive and negative power. Following the in…

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Guests – Alex Kolodin, Betsy Smith 1:30:14

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Guests – Alex Kolodin, Betsy Smith Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes is facing mounting criticism after walking out of a candidate forum hosted by the Yavapai County Farm Bureau. His challenger, Alex Kolodin, joined Winn Tucson to discuss the incident and outline his vision for reforming Arizona's elections. Betsy Smith, spokesperson for the…

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Guests – Colonel William Dunn, JL Wittenbraker 1:30:11

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Guests – Colonel William Dunn, JL Wittenbraker President Trump and his administration are working to negotiate several international disputes, making it the perfect time to speak with Marine Corps Colonel William "Burner" Dunn, a military attack helicopter pilot and president of Strategic Resilience Group LLC. As Tucson faces a primary election on …

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In this episode, James and Ben are joined by Oliver Scott, the Farms Director at Mawley Hall in Shropshire, to discuss 'agflation', the importance of diversity in farming and the financial viability of moving away from the status quo.By James Smith