Best Jeff Berman Podcasts (2025)

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NFL Draft With Peter Schrager, Stavros Halkias In Studio, NFL Draft Recap, Mel Kiper's meltdown, NBA/NHL Playoffs And Bill Belichick Might Be In A Conservatorship 3:29:50

9h ago3:29:50

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Crazy weekend of sports. NFL Draft recap including Shedeur Sanders slide and grading grades (00:00:00-00:43:27). NBA playoffs have been awesome with an all time Clippers/Nuggets game, Steph Curry continuing to ruin the Rockets franchise, the Lakers in trouble, Pistons getting screwed and more (00:43:27-01:15:55). We talk hockey and PFT went to Mont…

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Why No Kill is Failing: The Case for a Smarter Approach to Rescue 53:47

1d ago53:47

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The no-kill movement promised to revolutionize animal sheltering by saving lives and ending unnecessary euthanasia. But behind the catchy slogans and glowing statistics, a different reality lurks – one that’s rarely discussed. In this eye-opening conversation with animal welfare expert Daniel Ettinger, we dig deep into the issues plaguing some shel…

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Episode Four: Mama knows best! 59:01

3d ago59:01

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On this weeks episode we have the one and only Wendy, Mama Stone, my Mum <3 As the person who equipped me with alllll of my knowledge on love who better to have as a guest on our pod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Joss Stone

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NFL Draft Rapid Reaction, Jon Gruden In Studio, Justin Thomas Off His Big Win Sunday + NBA/NHL Playoffs And Fyre Fest 2:23:59

3d ago2:23:59

2:23:59

Its instant reaction on the NFL Draft first round. The Jags make a splash, Shedeur gets undrafted in the first round, we recap our teams (00:00:00-00:21:36) and then welcome in Coach Gruden to talk in detail on some of the picks and players he loved from Day 1 of the NFL Draft (00:21:36-00:50:08). NBA/NHL Playoff recap, Rockets even the series, Cel…

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How the Shannon Sharpe Lawsuit Is Being Covered. Plus, the NFL Draft Media Economy. 1:06:24

4d ago1:06:24

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Hello, media consumers! On this Press Box Thursday, Bryan and Joel discuss the Shannon Sharpe lawsuit, Stephen A. Smith’s role in negotiating ESPN’s public response to it, and how the rest of the media world has reacted to this news (10:00). Then, they assess new entries in the “worst question asked at the White House” genre (32:00) and talk about …

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Replay: Frustration is your friend, with Adi Tatarko 34:36

4d ago34:36

34:36

Spring cleaning season is in full swing, and this week, we’re revisiting Reid Hoffman’s chat with Adi Tatarko, co-founder and CEO of Houzz, an online platform for home remodeling and design. In this episode recorded in 2021, Tatarko tells the story of founding Houzz with her husband after their own home renovation project turned into a nightmare. T…

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NBA with ESPN Writer Kevin Pelton 42:11

5d ago42:11

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This week on Bet the Process, Jeff welcomes ESPN writer Kevin Pelton to discuss the current state of the NBA. Topics include playoff predictions, the potential impact of the shot clock reset and increase in 3-point attempts, and the Luka trade.By Bet The Process

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33 - Navigating the Maze: Understanding Strict Liability and Fraud in NYC Construction Claims with Kahana Feld's Jeff Miragliotta 11:21

5d ago11:21

11:21

Your host, Chris Tidball, talks with the Managing Partner- New York Office at Kahana Feld, Jeff Miragliotta. Jeff delves into New York's strict liability laws, recent legal developments, and the challenges of handling claims. Jeff highlights the role of third-party litigation funding, the prevalence of fraud in the construction industry, and the im…

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NFL Draft With Todd McShay, Packers HC Matt LaFleur, Playoff Recaps In NHL/NBA + Listener Submitted FAQ's 2:49:59

5d ago2:49:59

2:49:59

We recap Tuesday nights playoff action via zoom, the Lakers even the series, Leafs team of destiny and the Grizzlies and Bucks look cooked(00:00:00-00:27:22). We then go back in studio to talk about an incredible Monday night including the Nuggets/Clippers series and is it getting tough to watch Jalen Brunson? Plus Ovi is unreal and playoff hockey …

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From warzones to boardrooms: José Andrés on leadership learned in the kitchen 32:50

6d ago32:50

32:50

As the founder of World Central Kitchen, renowned chef and humanitarian José Andrés has truly mastered the art of leading through crisis. José returns to Rapid Response to share insights from his new book, Change the Recipe — a candid collection of personal stories that doubles as a playbook for navigating uncertainty, breaking rules, and leading w…

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25 for 25: Chris Ryan on the Birth, Death, and Rebirth of Blogging 52:51

7d ago52:51

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Hello, media consumers! In our latest 25 for 25 installment, Bryan is joined by Ringer superstar Chris Ryan to discuss his come up in the mid-2000s blog world, how it set up the rest of his career and changed media forever, where the energy of blogging was dispersed, and whether there will be a revival of blogging. Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Chris R…

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NFL Draft With Daniel Jeremiah, Timberwolves HC Chris Finch, Playoffs Are Here And We Have A Thunder Fan Refusing To Wear The Shirt 2:29:40

7d ago2:29:40

2:29:40

It’s playoff season and we talk about all the action this weekend. Russell Westbrook submitted the most Russell Westbrook game ever (00:00:00-00:20:16). Cam Payne went nuclear (00:20:16-00:31:52). The Thunder blowout the Grizzlies. Hank isn’t worried about any team + we talk some puck and the Jets unreal game winner plus glass banger guy is in jail…

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Episode Three: Lulled into love by Adaeze Chiwoko 1:09:52

10d ago1:09:52

1:09:52

In this episode, we cozied up with Manchester’s very own marriage coach, Adaeze Chiwoko — and let’s just say, things got steamy. She took us on a sultry journey through the art of keeping the spark alive in long-term relationships, which Lemar thoroughly enjoyed (possibly a little too much… someone get this man a fan). As always, we covered everyth…

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NBA Playoffs With Brian Windhorst, Actor Josh Duhamel, The Bulls Lost Twice In The Play In, Lee Corso Retires Plus Fyre Fest 2:22:56

10d ago2:22:56

2:22:56

The Bulls managed to lose twice Wednesday night in play in action and Big Cat is sick of the endless mediocrity and we sim the lottery (00:00:00-00:20:52). Lee Corso retires and Aaron Rodgers doesn’t really tell us much on his next destinatio (00:20:52-00:38:57). Brian Windhorst joins the show to talk LeBron calling him weird, NBA Playoffs, his adv…

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Lee Corso’s Legendary 'College GameDay' Run. Plus: The White House's Attack on the Associated Press. 1:01:00

11d ago1:01:00

1:01:00

Hello, media consumers! This Press Box Thursday edition includes a J-School on bylines, steak sauce, and nonprofit media (1:00). Then, Bryan and Joel dig into Lee Corso’s retirement from 'College GameDay' (20:00), Trump’s attempt to prevent the AP from covering the White House (33:00), and Nico Harrison’s bizarre closed-door press conference (40:00…

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Why happier vets mean healthier pets, with Modern Animal CEO Steven Eidelman 34:46

11d ago34:46

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As CEO and co-founder of Modern Animal, Steven Eidelman is challenging the status quo of veterinary care — an industry long overdue for innovation. In this episode, Eidelman unpacks how Modern Animal is rebuilding the system to better serve vets, pet owners, and their furry companions. With about 600 employees and a rapidly expanding footprint, it’…

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Masters, NCAA Calcutta Recap and Mailbag 56:32

12d ago56:32

56:32

Jeff and Rufus recap the Masters, recent Calcutta auctions, and answer some Twitter questions. Topics include tariffs, the potential impact of AI on sports betting, Blackjack losses, and predictive factors in golf.By Bet The Process

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Housing | How to Fix Affordable Housing Development Programs, with HouseKeys CEO Julius Nyanda 43:51

12d ago43:51

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Julius Nyanda is the Founder and CEO of HouseKeys, unlocking housing opportunity for cities, developers, homeowners, and renters. HouseKeys is a civic tech platform that helps local governments manage affordable and mixed-income housing programs across ownership, rental, and finance. Through its Program Marketplace, Julius and his team streamline a…

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla, NBA Play In Games, Who’s The Next “Can’t Win The Big One” Guy + Guys On Chicks And The Year Of Junk Science 2:14:19

12d ago2:14:19

2:14:19

NBA Play In games and the Magic and Warriors are officially in (00:00:00-00:17:20:25). Nico Harrison does a no camera/no recordings press conference and Cam Ward admits he’s a Tennessee Titan (00:17:20-00:25:24). With Rory winning the Masters we find the next narrative guy who can’t win the big one (00:25:24-00:51:32). Hot Seat/Cool Throne includin…

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Finding opportunity in volatility, with GE Vernova CEO Scott Strazik 30:37

13d ago30:37

30:37

Amid tariff whiplash and the rejuggling of global trade, GE Vernova’s CEO Scott Strazik is finding a way to stay “relentlessly optimistic.” Strazik returns to Rapid Response to share how the company plans to continue its success as one of Wall Street’s top-performing stocks, despite looming supply chain disruption, and an evolving conversation abou…

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The Day Rescue Broke Me: A Hard Truth About Helping Too Much 10:45

13d ago10:45

10:45

I broke down in the middle of a hurricane—sobbing, soaked, and desperately trying to keep my barn from blowing away—while sick kittens cried in a barely-secured shed. That’s when I realized: something had to change. In this raw, no-holds-barred solo episode, I share the story kept quiet for too long—the mental, emotional, and physical toll of being…

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Rory McIlroy’s Long-Awaited Masters Win, the Barstool Apology Tour, and the Nico Iamaleava Saga 56:49

14d ago56:49

56:49

Hello, media consumers! This week, Bryan and David discuss the intense back and forth of Rory McIlroy’s first win at Augusta National (1:00), before running through a number of short items, including: The faux reluctant update about Stephen A. Smith’s presidential campaign (17:50) The bevy of Barstool personalities releasing apologies for their dis…

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Scott Van Pelt Live From Augusta, Rory Wins An Incredible Masters, NBA Playoffs Set, Who's Back And Monday Reading 2:16:23

14d ago2:16:23

2:16:23

An all time Sunday at August leads us to Rory McIlroy's career grand slam. We talk about the incredible drama on Sunday and the up and down play from Rory that led us to his playoff against Justin Rose. Wrapping up other Master thoughts/storylines (00:00:00-00:38:21). NBA Playoffs are set and Lebron having his shirt off offended Isiah Thomas (00:38…

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Ryan Whitney, Someone Peed At The Masters, Luka’s Return + Fyre Fest Of The Week 1:56:27

17d ago1:56:27

1:56:27

Someone has peed at the Masters and the whole tournament is in trouble. We talk Day 1 at Augusta and upside down hats (00:00:00-00:10:53). Luka returns to Dallas and Deshaun Watson says his haters are going to motivate him (00:10:53-00:25:24). Ryan Whitney joins us in studio to talk hockey, golf, going back to school and tons more (00:25:24-01:35:4…

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Episode Two: Honest Jeff 1:08:51

18d ago1:08:51

1:08:51

This week on A Cuppa Love, we’re joined by the wonderfully honest, empathetic and funny Jeff Gunther — licensed therapist, author of Big Dating Energy, and host of the podcast Problem Solved. Jeff believes even the most mundane tasks — like cleaning the loo or taking the bins out — can be sexy. Seriously. For those of us deep into long-term love, t…

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25 for 25: The New York Times’ Jamelle Bouie on the Future of the Opinion Columnist 1:27:20

18d ago1:27:20

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Hello, media consumers! This week, Bryan and Joel are joined by Jamelle Bouie, opinion columnist at the New York Times, to discuss a number of timely media topics before backtracking and talking through Bouie’s career, writing an opinion column in this era of the internet, the relationship between his TikTok and his journalistic work, and more. Hos…

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The business case for wellness, with Wellhub CEO Cesar Carvalho 31:00

18d ago31:00

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Wellness is no longer just an employee perk — it’s an imperative business strategy. Cesar Carvalho, co-founder and CEO of Wellhub (formerly Gympass), joins host Jeff Berman to make that case and share his vision for the B2B platform providing wellness services and gym access to people worldwide via their employers. Hear why he quit his consulting j…

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Max Homa, Shane Bacon Previewing The Masters, Florida Wins The National Championship, Pardon Your Take And White Lotus Finale 2:33:06

20d ago2:33:06

2:33:06

Florida wins the National Championship and we talk about the Final game to cap off a subpar tournament but incredible Final Four (00:00:00-00:23:57). The Nuggets fire Michael Malone and their GM in a very strange move and more (00:23:57-00:40:40). Hot Seat/Cool Throne including the Dire Wolf and playing God with nature (00:40:40-00:53:55). Max Homa…

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Covering the Masters with Kyle Porter | sponsored by Troon 57:26

20d ago57:26

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This week on Bet the Process, golf writer extraordinaire Kyle Porter joins to discuss his reporting of the Masters this year, including the importance of maintaining respect from players, staying objective, and the unique characteristics of the tournament. Also, some probabilistic weather modeling in golf predictions by Rufus, and some picks.…

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When powerful law firms don’t defend themselves against Trump, with ex-Skadden associate Rachel Cohen 27:11

20d ago27:11

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Many prominent law firms have recently found themselves in President Trump’s crosshairs. Skadden Arps’ attorney, Rachel Cohen, encouraged the firm to fight the government’s pressure, only to have her attempts rebuffed and to be effectively forced out from the firm. Cohen joins Rapid Response to share her dramatic story, and fears about how the rule…

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Heartworm Prevention Myths That Could Cost Your Pet’s Life 38:06

20d ago38:06

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Heartworm Truths Every Pet Owner Needs to Hear with Dr. Zoo 💔 Heartworm disease is slow, painful, and entirely preventable. So why are pets still dying from it? In this essential episode of Muddy Paws and Hairballs, Dr. Zoo shares two real-life cases that hit hard: a young German Shepherd in kidney failure at just two years old after his owners sto…

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Catching up on the Atlantic Mega-Scoop and Stephen A. vs. LeBron. Plus: Bryan’s Southwest Travelogue. 1:06:45

21d ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and David discuss the highlights, lowlights, and books bought during Bryan’s family vacation across the American Southwest (1:30). Then, they dig deep into three stories that Bryan missed while he was out: Jeffrey Goldberg’s Signal scoop of the Trump administration’s war plans (15:00) The latest chapter of the LeBron v…

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Coach Dan Hurley, Blink 182’s Mark Hoppus, Ovi Breaks The Goal Record, An Incredible Final Four And All Time Choke By Duke 2:36:58

21d ago2:36:58

2:36:58

Alexander Ovechkin breaks the all time goal record in the perfect way on Sunday and we talk about his incredible career (00:00:00-00:13:29). The Final Four finally delivered with a great Florida/Auburn and a historic choke from Duke that has reignited Big Cat’s hate (00:13:29-00:54:18). Who’s back including a possible Rodgers to Steelers theory and…

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Dickie V Talking Final 4, WWE Champ Cody Rhodes, Fyre Fest And We Put The Pieces Back Together After April Fools 2:08:14

24d ago2:08:14

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Final four is here and we talk games and picks (00:00:00-00:07:14). March NBA, does it mean anything? Where is Aaron Rodgers going to play next year (00:07:14-00:23:10)? Does Shohei have maximum aura (00:23:10-00:40:12)? Dickie V joins the show to talk Final Four, how he’s doing health wise, his love for people and more (00:40:12-00:57:13). WWE Cha…

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Episode One: Mr Badass talks LOVE 1:08:20

25d ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Welcome to the electrifying world of Sven Erlandson where transformation knows no bounds. In this episode we cover so many topics including the benefits of journaling, whether males experience sex differently to females and effecting change by looking internally. Dive into Sven's groundbreaking wisdom in his recent masterpiece ‘There’s a Hole in My…

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Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis on Launching the Sports Gabfest, the Benefit of Mutually Reinforcing Weirdo Tendencies, and Why They Hate the Hall of Fame 1:33:52

25d ago1:33:52

1:33:52

Hello, media consumers! Bryan is still out on vacation, but Joel is here with two former colleagues, Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis. They kick off the show by discussing the first time Joel joined them on a podcast (0:44). Then they discuss the following: ‘Hang Up and Listen,’ a sports show that was produced by a non-sports publication (14:00) The re…

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How Reid Hoffman’s new company will create cancer cures 30:13

25d ago30:13

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Reid Hoffman shares the inside story this week of his bold new venture to disrupt cancer drug development: Manas AI. He chats with Jeff Berman to reflect on why he co-founded the company, the lessons he’s using to scale it, and what advice he has for fellow entrepreneurs and investors about how to make the most of AI in any industry. Rapid Response…

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Introducing A Cuppa Love Season One 2:58

26d ago2:58

2:58

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Joss Stone

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Auburn HC Bruce Pearl, PGA Pro Min Woo Lee, NFL Rule Changes, Someone On The Show Quits The Podcast Mid Episode And FAQ's 2:18:28

26d ago2:18:28

2:18:28

The NFL Owners meeting is taking place in Florida and Hank has researched all potential rule changes on the docket. We get a call from Big Dom to invite Max to the White House with the Eagles and then things turn SOUTH fast (00:00:00-00:31:14). Buzz Williams to Maryland. Then things get even worse for the show (00:31:14-00:48:46). Hot Seat/Cool Thr…

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Feeding Pets, Supporting Families: How PAWSitive Pantry is Fighting Pet Hunger 46:09

27d ago46:09

46:09

What if feeding your pet meant you couldn’t feed yourself? For thousands of struggling families, that’s reality—and it’s driving heartbreaking surrenders. But one organization is changing the game. In this episode, Amy Castro talks with Stacey LeBaron, founder of PAWSitive Pantry and host of The Community Cats Podcast, about how her team is tacklin…

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From data breach scandal to AI darling, with Snowflake’s CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy 28:39

27d ago28:39

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It's been a wild few years for Snowflake, from a record-breaking IPO to a plummeting stock price to a data-breach scandal. Sridhar Ramaswamy took over in the heat of the turmoil and helped steady the ship, in part by betting big on AI. Ramaswamy returns to Rapid Response to share lessons from the company's turnaround, including insights behind high…

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John Fanta Talking Final Four, NFL Coach's Picture And Tush Push Being Banned, The Yankees Might Be Cheating, Impractical Jokers Down Bad + Monday Reading 2:00:27

28d ago2:00:27

2:00:27

The Final Four is set and we continue to have few great games in the tournament but the 4 teams left are historically great. We figure out who is the Cinderella, what the Duke hate meter is at and Kevin Willard to Nova (00:00:00-00:35:48). The NFL league meetings are taking place in Orlando and the Coach's got together for their yearly picture as w…

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25 for 25 Industry in Memoriam: Remembering the Publications Lost in the 21st Century 2:00:45

28d ago2:00:45

2:00:45

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel are back with the second edition of The Press Box's 25 for 25. Today, they look back at the publications lost in the 21st century—including ESPN the Magazine, Gawker, and many others—and ask: What do we lose when a media company disappears? And how should we remember them, if at all? Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Jo…

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Jordan Majewski and the Final Four 51:57

29d ago51:57

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This week on Bet the Process, Jordan Majewski joins to discuss the Final Four, including the impact of NIL on mid-major programs. Also, a too-early analysis of the upcoming Masters, and Rufus shares details of his trip to Japan.By Bet The Process

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Opening Day With Jeff Passan, We Finally Got A Great Tourney Game, Lebron vs The World, Fyre Fest + Severance Finale 1:52:29

1M ago1:52:29

1:52:29

We finally got a classic March Madness game as Texas Tech takes down Arkansas and Cal. Duke, Bama and Florida roll to the Elite 8. Kevin Willard goes out in a weird way (00:00:00-00:23:04). Lebron went on McAfee and caused waves including his renewed fight with Stephen A Smith and a new one with Brian Windhorst (00:23:04-00:44:17). Jeff Passan join…

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Climate change ‘codeswitching’ for business, with Planet FWD’s Julia Collins 36:58

1M ago36:58

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Serial entrepreneur Julia Collins is tackling climate change with her latest venture, Planet FWD. It’s a B2B platform helping brands make their supply chains better for the environment – and their bottom lines. Julia joins host Jeff Berman to share lessons learned from her earlier endeavors in the food industry, which involved a failed unicorn, piz…

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Van Lathan on What Makes a Good Political Pundit, How TMZ Shaped Him and His Career, and a Very Special Request for Hillary Clinton and His Mom. 1:34:25

1M ago1:34:25

1:34:25

Hello, media consumers! While Bryan is on vacation, Joel is in the driver’s seat and he welcomes in The Ringer’s own, Van Lathan (3:10). They kick off the show by discussing their paths to today’s episode then talk about the following: How Van prepares for his CNN appearances (6:56) Stephen A. Smith as a presidential candidate (17:52) Who will be t…

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AI for Public Construction Jobs, with PinPoint Analytics COO Mark Zurada 34:57

1M ago34:57

34:57

Mark Zurada is the COO and Co-Founder of PinPoint Analytics, an AI-powered platform transforming how public works projects are estimated and bid. PinPoint harnesses advanced algorithms and historical bid data to help contractors, municipalities, and engineering firms in the $200 Billion construction industry generate more accurate, competitive esti…

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SVP Talking Terps & Tournament, Russ Wilson and Jameis On The Giants, Hot Seat/Cool Throne And Listener Submitted Guys On Chicks 2:12:43

1M ago2:12:43

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Our brains are finally working again after the week of basketball and we do some clean up on the tourney stories and things we missed. Aaron Rodgers is still working through his decision and Jameis and Russell Wilson are now teammates on the Giants. World Series picks before Opening Day (00:00:00-00:46:18). Hot Seat/Cool Throne including an explana…

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Public radio vs. DOGE: NPR CEO Katherine Maher previews her testimony 31:33

1M ago31:33

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Tomorrow, NPR’s CEO Katherine Maher goes before a DOGE subcommittee in Congress to defend the public media outlet’s case for federal funding. Maher returns to Rapid Response for the first time since taking on the CEO role to preview her testimony, sharing how funding cuts would impact Americans’ broad access to crucial news and information, particu…

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