Best Jonathan Lopez Podcasts (2025)

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Jonathan Russell (The Head and the Heart): Seafood Boil 30:23

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Jonathan Russell is one of the founding members (vocals, guitar) of The Head and the Heart, a band that organically formed at weekly open-mic nights at Seattle’s Conor Byrne Pub. Russell didn’t grow up with happy memories around the dinner table. He tells host Rachel Belle about his natural inclination to eat alone, why a crab boil is the perfect m…

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Episode 188: Aaron Brownstein & Simon Ganz Interview 1:01:04

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Episode 188: Aaron Brownstein & Simon Ganz Interview In this After Show Andrew talks with writing partners Aaron Brownstein and Simon Ganz about their long road to Guy Text. They share what they learned working under Jason Katims (Friday Night Lights, Parenthood, About a Boy) and Victor Fresco (Santa Clarita Diet), including lessons about character…

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S7E3 - A Spooky Winter Story 30:33

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In this wintery, true-crime-meets-ghost-storyepisode, Susan shares the chilling tale of the 1892 “hex murder” at the StoneArch Bridge. A poor farmer accused of witchcraft, a family convinced they’recursed, a killing “three ways over water,” and a graveyard full of familymembers. Inspired by the old tradition of telling scary stories at Christmas,th…

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The Leftovers with Alice Waters 6:52

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This week on The Leftovers, never-before-heard audio from Alice Waters, award winning chef, creator of the iconic 54-year-old restaurant Chez Panisse in Berkeley California, food activist and author of the new cookbook, “A School Lunch Revolution.” In this week’s lightning round, Alice talks about a memorable school lunch from her own childhood, he…

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Episode 187: Guy Text Written by Aaron Brownstein & Simon Ganz 45:54

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Episode 187: Guy Text Written by Aaron Brownstein & Simon Ganz This month’s dead pilot is Guy Text, written by Aaron Brownstein and Simon Ganz, whose credits include Santa Clarita Diet, Beavis and ButtHead, and About a Boy. Four geriatric millennial friends struggle with what it means to be sensitive, thoughtful, emotionally available modern men. …

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S7E2 - From Strength to Strength 33:41

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In this episode of The Spark File, Susan shares a spark that hit her straight in the nervous system: From Strength to Strength by Arthur C. Brooks — a book recommended by the late, beloved Gavin Creel. Together, Laura and Susan explore the “striver’s curse,” what it means to feel your brain changing as you age, and why the shift from fluid intellig…

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Alice Waters: Frisée Salad + Pear Galette 33:48

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Alice Waters opened her iconic Berkeley, California restaurant Chez Panisse 54 years ago, introducing the concept of farm-to-table eating to Americans and only serving local, seasonal produce at peak ripeness. She’s also a food activist, and through The Edible Schoolyard Project, has spent the past 30 years showing schools how to integrate locally …

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S7E1 - Immaculate Perception 36:00

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Welcome to Season 7 of The Spark File podcast with Susan Blackwell and Laura Camien! On this episode, Laura and Susan discuss the wisdom of neuroscientist Dr. Dan Siegel and the fact that there is no such thing as Immaculate Perception. We only see what we believe. To truly see deeply, we must question everything we believe. Tune in to learn the in…

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The Reintroduction 1:02:20

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The Kings of Horror Talk are back on the throne! Jay and His father Eliud Lopez are back and better than ever with a new horror podcast. The guy get together to talk all things horror and sci fi. Eliud and Jay talk about what movies they 1st became fans of and speak on the movies they like to get into during the Halloween season. In the next episod…

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The Leftovers with Gaby Dalkin 6:35

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This week on The Leftovers, never-before-heard audio from chef and best-selling cookbook author Gaby Dalkin, who's known online and on social as What’s Gaby Cooking. In this week’s lightning round, Gaby and host Rachel Belle bond over their favorite childhood birthday cake, Gaby shares the late-night, stand-over-the-sink snack she’d never put in a …

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Episode 186: Lisa Muse Bryant Interview 59:15

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Episode 186: Lisa Muse Bryant Interview This month’s After Show features Andrew’s conversation with Lisa Muse Bryant, the powerhouse behind our latest dead pilot Dream. Lisa traces her remarkable journey from Camden, New Jersey, to writing on standout series like Black-ish, The Four Seasons, Man on the Inside, and Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinos…

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Lay Me Down Gently by Onyeka Ndukwe 5:55

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On this Giving Tuesday, we invite you to support Vita Poetica with a tax-deductible donation. Gifts of any amount help us sustain our work to uplift artists of faith and enliven spiritual conversations through the arts. Thank you! This multimedia piece features Onyeka Ndukwe's poetry and music, "Lay Me Down Gently." Onyeka Ndukwe, a Canadian artist…

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Poems by Julia Lisella & Lisa López Smith 6:11

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Julia Lisella reads her poem "Amulet," and Lisa López Smith reads her poem "Emigrant." Julia Lisella’s latest collection of poems, Our Lively Kingdom (Bordighera Press), was named a finalist in the 2023 Paterson Book Prize and Grand Prize Finalist and Poetry Honorable Mention for the Eric Hoffer Book Award. Her other collections include Always, Ter…

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"Seattle Eats" LIVE with Tan Vinh, Rachel Belle & J. Kenji Lopez-Alt 49:47

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Earlier this month, at Seattle’s Town Hall, Rachel Belle was a guest on a sold-out, live taping of Seattle Eats with host Tan Vinh, the award-winning food and drink writer for The Seattle Times. Bestselling cookbook author and chef, J. Kenji Lopez-Alt was also a guest! The first segment of the show is dedicated to Thanksgiving: we learn about a loc…

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Art by Ellen June Wright 5:20

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Ellen June Wright discusses her artwork featured in our current Autumn issue. ⁠View the art and read her artist statement here⁠. Ellen June Wright, an artist, photographer and poet, was born in England but raised in New Jersey. Her artwork revolves around the power of color and the emotions and memories they evoke. She is inspired by the works of S…

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Going Somewhere by Sheri Reda 6:35

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Sheri Reda reads her poem "Going Somewhere" from our Autumn 2025 issue. Sheri Reda lives in Chicago, where she works as a celebrant, public speaker, and youth librarian. Her poems have appeared in Eocene Journal of Environmental Humanities (2025, 2023), The Nature of Our Times (2024), and the award-winning Dear Human at the Edge of Time (Paloma Pre…

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Gaby Dalkin: Carne Asada Tacos 33:14

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Best known to her millions of followers as What’s Gaby Cooking, the Los Angeles-area chef is a best-selling cookbook author, creator of the Dalkin & Co spice blend line and you can eat her food at Gaby’s in Neighborly food hall. Gaby tells Rachel Belle how she went from being a tragically picky eater to having a career as a chef, shares which celeb…

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Episode 185: Dream Written by Lisa Muse Bryant 57:20

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Episode 185: Dream Written by Lisa Muse Bryant This month’s Dead Pilots Society features Dream, a musical comedy pilot from Lisa Muse Bryant, whose work includes Black-ish, The Four Seasons, Man on the Inside, and Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. The show centers on Dream Morgan, a former teen mom who finally goes after her long-delayed ambit…

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Echoes of Infinity by Natalya Raduenz 5:14

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Natalya Raduenz discusses her artwork I Am Near (featured on our Autumn 2025 cover) and Zeit.los!, both part of her Echoes of Infinity series. View the art and read her artist statement here. Natalya Raduenz (b. 1980, Ukraine) is a metamodern artist and iconographer based in Germany. Her art combines traditional and modern methods and creates multi…

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Poems by Megan Willome & Constance Clark 6:08

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Megan Willome reads her poem "St. Michael, rooster," and Constance Clark reads her poems "A Galaxy by the Pond" and "The Garden." Megan Willome is the author, most recently, of a poetry collection titled Love & other Mysteries. Her work has also appeared at Every Day Poems, Solum Journal, The Way Back to Ourselves, and The Windhover. Her day is inc…

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Dorie Greenspan (re-air): Ice Cream, Lobster, Ice Cream 26:43

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Prolific, five-time James Beard Award-winning cookbook author Dorie Greenspan is the queen of sweets, and she just released her 15th cookbook, Dorie’s Anytime Cakes. Famous for her beloved World Peace Cookies and many baking books, including one she wrote with Julia Child, it's not surprising that Dorie wants to start and end her last meal with des…

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Havening with Affirmations 8:41

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Wai-Chin Matsuoka guides us in her contemplative practice, "Havening with Affirmations," from our Autumn issue. Wai-Chin Matsuoka is adjunct faculty at Christos Center for Spiritual Formation’s Tending the Holy, and served on staff and as coordinator of the Chicago satellite program and as a facilitator for Alumni Development. She is also a trained…

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Poems by Brittany Deininger 7:37

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Brittany Deininger reads her poems "The Seed Collectors," "Sarah's Dream," and "Rebirth Motif." Brittany Deininger is a poet, feminist theologian, and educator. She received an MFA in poetry from Sarah Lawrence College and an MATC from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. Her work has appeared in On Being, EcoTheo Review, The Ekphrastic R…

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Atsuko Okatsuka: Gluten-Free Spaghetti 27:37

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Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka’s last meal, and the reason why she sometimes carries cooked scallops in her bag, trace back to her unstable, unpredictable childhood. She talks about being kidnapped by her grandmother and why a gluten-free spaghetti dinner brings her comfort, even as someone who doesn’t have a gluten sensitivity. Atsuko’s first foray into…

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Strong Back, Soft Front, and Open Hands by Eric Massanari 18:54

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Eric Massanari leads this contemplative practice to strengthen our confidence while growing our compassion, so that we are ready to generously give, graciously receive, courageously release, and compassionately serve. Eric Massanari (he/him) is an ordained minister in Mennonite Church USA, and currently serves as the Executive Conference Minister o…

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Poems by Anne Myles & Jonathan Chibuike Ukah 6:01

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Anne Myles reads her poem "The Woman Who Lives without Bread," and Jonathan Chibuike Ukah reads his poem "I Am Going Higher." Anne Myles is the author of Late Epistle (Headmistress Press, 2023), and her work has appeared in numerous journals. She is Professor Emeritus of English at the University of Northern Iowa and holds an MFA from the Vermont C…

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Amaury Piedra- Hotelier by day and President of BOXLAB Promotions by night. 1:14:21

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In this episode of Weighing in with Travis Hartman, Amaury Piedra, the managing director of the Caribe Royale in Orlando, explains how his background in hotel management led him into boxing promotion through partnerships with Eric Enrique and BOXLAB Promotions. Combining his hospitality expertise with his passion for boxing, he’s helped grow the sp…

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The Leftovers with Rico Nasty 9:13

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This week on The Leftovers, never-before-heard audio from rapper Rico Nasty, who is on tour now with her latest album, Lethal! In a lightning round, Rico Nasty tells host Rachel Belle about her first concert, and how embarrassing it was to attend with her mom, her ideal 'girl dinner,' her top five favorite things to buy at Trader Joe's and her favo…

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Episode 184: Jim Brandon & Brian Singleton Interview 1:02:02

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Episode 184: Jim Brandon & Brian Singleton Interview Welcome to this month’s after-show interview with Brian Singleton and Jim Brandon. You heard their hilarious pilot Humans of the Americas last week on Dead Pilots Society. You may know Brian and Jim from their work on Mixed-ish (ABC), Black Monday (Showtime), Arrested Development (Netflix), or th…

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Antraveous Ingram to fight for WBA Super welterweight title vs. Yoelvis Gomez. 58:27

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In this episode of Weighing In with Travis Hartman, undefeated Orlando fighter Antreveous “Trey” Ingram (12–0) and his Coach Nelson, discuss Ingram’s upcoming November 1st title fight at the Caribe Royale against Cuban Olympian Yoelvis Gomez (9–1), a bout that could earn him a Top 15 World Ranking. They reflect on their most intense training camp y…

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Leaving the Labyrinth by Lory Widmer Hess 26:45

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Lory Widmer Hess reads her essay "Leaving the Labyrinth." Lory Widmer Hess grew up near Seattle and now lives in Switzerland, where she works with adults with developmental challenges. Trained as a spiritual director, she companions individuals in their spiritual journey and leads online groups in the practice of Sacred Reading. Her writing has bee…

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Poems by William Doreski & Lauren Suchenski 6:09

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William Doreski reads his poem "These Can't Be Real Angels," and Lauren Suchenski reads her poem "Prometheus." William Doreski lives in Peterborough, New Hampshire. He has taught at several colleges and universities. He has published three critical studies, including Robert Lowell’s Shifting Colors. His essays, poetry, fiction, and reviews have app…

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Rico Nasty: Five Guys Burger & Boardwalk Fries 30:37

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Sweet and boisterous, rapper Rico Nasty professes her love for making music; cooking for the people she adores most; and her grandmas, all while promoting her new album, Lethal. Her conversation with host Rachel Belle bounces from Maryland boardwalk fries (we’ll tell you what they are!) to Taco Bell (we learn what the Cinnamon Twists are made from)…

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Episode 183: Humans of the Americas Written by Jim Brandon & Brian Singleton 1:01:55

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Episode 183: Humans of the Americas Written by Jim Brandon & Brian Singleton This month’s dead pilot is Humans of the Americas by Jim Brandon and Brian Singleton, whose credits include Animal Control (FOX), Mixed-ish (ABC), Black Monday (Showtime), and Arrested Development (Netflix). Here’s the logline: A single camera comedy set in a small town ne…

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Negative Space by Steven Ovadia 26:37

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Steven Ovadia reads his short story "Negative Space" from our Autumn 2025 issue. Steven Ovadia a writer and librarian. He lives in White Plains, New York, with his wife and two daughters. This is his debut fiction publication.

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The Leftovers with Tilly Ramsay 8:28

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This week on The Leftovers, never-before-heard audio from Tilly Ramsay, host of the new Amazon Prime show, Dish It Out. She also happens to be the only one of Gordon Ramsay's six children who's pursued a culinary career. A recent graduate of both university and culinary school, Tilly gives advice to young people looking to build their first kitchen…

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Autumn 2025 Trailer 6:10

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Co-Editor Caroline Langston introduces our new Autumn 2025 issue. Tune in for a preview of what's to come, and listen to Caroline's letter, "An Invitation to Brilliant Multiplicities."

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Tilly Ramsay: British Sunday Roast 31:00

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Yes, food TV host Tilly Ramsay is the daughter of famed chef and TV host Gordan Ramsay, but she is working hard to pave her own way! Tilly recently graduated from culinary school, which she paid for herself, thank you very much, and she tells me about her fateful first day of school, where she was faced with eating her three least favorite foods. H…

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The King of Violence, Mike Perry’s trainer, JT, talks boxing and sports 1:47:13

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Travis Hartman and JT Taylor discuss bare-knuckle fighting, including Taylor's training of Mike Perry for an upcoming @BKFC event on October 4th on @DAZNBoxing They emphasized the need for conditioning and a specific mentality in bare-knuckle competition, contrasting it with traditional boxing. #mikeperry #boxing #BKFC instagram: https://www.instag…

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The Leftovers with Matteo Bocelli 8:45

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This week on The Leftovers, never-before-heard audio from Italian singer Matteo Bocelli! In a lightning round with host Rachel Belle, Matteo, a self-described romantic, shares which celebrity wedding he had the honor of singing at earlier this summer; sets the record straight on what bruschetta really is; and discloses the only dish his dad – famed…

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Matteo Bocelli: Carbonara 28:09

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Like any card-carrying Italian worth his focaccia, singer Matteo Bocelli says he could eat pasta for breakfast, lunch and dinner! From his home in Tuscany, Matteo tells host Rachel Belle about the super-simple, but deeply delicious, sauce recipe he’s been trying to perfect, inspired by a three-Michelin-star restaurant, and why you should always cho…

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Episode 182: David S. Rosenthal Interview 1:11:26

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Episode 182: David S. Rosenthal Interview In this after show for The Cheap Seats, Andrew sits down with writer David S. Rosenthal, whose career spans some of television’s most iconic series. Andrew and "Rosie" go way back to their days at summer camp, and their longtime friendship adds a personal dimension to this conversation. Rosenthal’s career t…

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Roberto Gomez isn't afraid to step up 1:09:59

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Boxlab signed, Roberto Raul Rivera Gomez, weighs in on his undefeated pro boxing career and signing with one of the best boxing promoting companies in Orlando.By weighinginwithtravishartman

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The Leftovers with Pramila Jayapal 5:47

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This week on The Leftovers, never-before-heard audio from Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, the U.S. Representative from Washington’s 7th congressional district. Representative Jayapal is almost as passionate about food as she is about immigrant rights, universal health care and income equality. Almost! And in this quick lightning round with host Rach…

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Episode 181: The Cheap Seats Written by David S. Rosenthal 41:29

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Episode 181: The Cheap Seats Written by David S. Rosenthal This month on Dead Pilots Society we have The Cheap Seats by David S. Rosenthal, a veteran television writer whose credits include Spin City, Gilmore Girls, The Middle, and Jane the Virgin. The script centers on a close-knit group of emotionally and intellectually stunted friends whose worl…

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Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal: Thali 45:17

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On this very special LIVE episode, recorded at The Cascade PBS Ideas Festival on May 31, 2025, host Rachel Belle sits down with Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, who represents Washington’s 7th District. She’s also the first elected official to be a guest on Your Last Meal! Congresswoman Jayapal is an activist and fierce advocate of immigrant rights, …

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Rumble at the Ritz this weekend featuring Jonathan Cortes 45:30

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Mike Sawyer Promotions returns August 23rd at the Ritz Theater with a locally driven pro boxing card featuring Jonathan Cortez and Danny Ramirez. Tickets ($50–$150) are available now, with strong encouragement to buy early to best support the fighters. #boxing #sanfordfl #RitzBy weighinginwithtravishartman

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BOXLAB Promotions Vice President Eric Enrique has a stable of STACKED fighters 36:36

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Orlando is the new hub for boxing in the southeast thanks to BOXLAB and Caribe Royale. Tune in to hear about Eric Enrique's historical journey that led him to get into promoting top notch boxers with other high level companies- including DAZN and Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions #Orlando #jakepaul #boxing…

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Teofimo Lopez, Vasyl Lomachenko---is Devin Haney next for Jamaine Ortiz? 31:20

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Jamaine Ortiz, AKA “The Technician, is looking to improve his 19- 2 record this weekend against Ambiorix Bautista, in Orlando, Florida at the Caribe Royale. He’ll be competing at the Caribe Royale’s first "2 Nights of Fights" this weekend, Saturday August 23rd. The 29 year old from Worcester, Massachusetts, will be looking for his third consecutive…

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Wimbledon Semi Finalist manifested where she is today- at 10 years old 1:20:16

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Caroline Dolehide, a Chicago native that just competed in her 10th US Open in New York, has become a household name on the WTA tour. She’s been as high as #9 in the world on the WTA Doubles Ranking, and #41 in the WTA Singles Ranking. And yes- that’s #41 in the WORLD! Join Travis at the Stadium Club where he talks to Caroline about how she got star…