Best Josh Barker Podcasts (2025)

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When to Pivot, Persevere, or Purge with Josh Barker 33:31

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7d ago33:31

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Pivoting isn’t failure—it’s progress. In this episode of the City Innovations Podcast, Chris Tromp (COO, City Innovations) talks with Josh Barker (CEO & Founder, City Innovations) about the emotional and strategic realities of changing course, calling it quits, or pivoting. They unpack why failure is a critical part of learning and how focusing on …

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Josh Donaldson's Keys to an ALCS Comeback 49:47

23d ago49:47

49:47

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by 2015 AL MVP with the Blue Jays, Josh Donaldson (3:35), to chat about his experience being doing 0-2 in a series, batting in Seattle, blocking out the noise of the Mariners' strength in pitching, combating the elevated fastball and his thoughts on Cal Raleigh's historic offensive season. Then, he looks back …

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Make Money with AI Supermodels | Jennifer Powell 30:28

8m ago30:28

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Jen Powell is the innovative CEO of JP Inc, a talent management agency revolutionizing influencer licensing with offices in LA, Nashville, and New York. With over 20 years of experience in modeling and influencer marketing, Jen has transformed the traditional fashion industry by embracing influencer-driven commerce early on, making her a unique lea…

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Mark Shapiro & Ross Atkins End-Of-Season Avails 1:24:13

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We hear from Blue Jays President and CEO Mark Shapiro and General Manager Ross Atkins discussing a wide range of topics, including Shapiro's contract, Bo Bichette's free agency, Shane Bieber picking up his player option and much more! Plus, Jeff Blair heads to the Back-Leg Line to get your reactions on the Jays' front office end-of-season media ava…

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Make Money Leading Gen Z | Tim Elmore 27:29

2h ago27:29

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Tim Elmore is the founder of Growing Leaders, a nonprofit dedicated to developing emerging leaders, with over 20 years of experience working alongside leadership expert John C. Maxwell. He is a prolific author of 40 books on leadership, including his latest, The Future Begins with Z, which explores innovative strategies for leading Generation Z as …

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Make Money Without Religious Shame 20:46

2d ago20:46

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This episode features a candid conversation between Travis and his producer Eric, diving into the ways that religious backgrounds shape money mindsets and personal finance decisions. Travis reflects on his own experiences growing up in a large, well-resourced church and how both healthy principles and harmful attitudes have impacted his financial o…

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Make Money by Beating Chaos with Systems | Emma Rainville 28:35

4d ago28:35

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Emma Rainville is a fractional CEO and operations strategist with over a decade of experience transforming seven, eight, and nine-figure businesses behind the scenes. Known as the "integrator by DNA," she specializes in moving founders from burnout and cash bleed to scalable, profitable growth. Emma’s reputation rests on her blunt, practical approa…

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Post-World Series Priorities with David Samson 49:44

4d ago49:44

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Former MLB President and host of 'Nothing Personal' David Samson (1:28) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about how he would plan for the upcoming offseason, assessing 'breakout years' from the likes of Ernie Clement and George Springer, Jeff Hoffman overcoming the game-tying home run in Game 7, Yoshinobu Yamamoto's uniqueness, how he would…

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An Incredible Run Comes to an End 49:38

3d ago49:38

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker reflect on the Toronto Blue Jays' Game 7 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, falling short of a World Series title. They break down the game, including Jeff Hoffman giving up a game-tying home run to the Dodgers' nine-hole hitter and Isiah Kiner-Falefa's base-running in the ninth inning. Then, they share positive takeaways …

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Make Money by Studying the Success of Ridiculousness and Rob Dyrdek 18:50

5d ago18:50

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Rob Dyrdek, entrepreneur, producer, and former pro skateboarder, is best known for creating and hosting "Ridiculousness," the viral video clip show that dominated MTV from 2011 to 2025. His relentless work ethic, innovative approach to the clip show format, and deep understanding of changing TV and streaming habits helped drive the show to unpreced…

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Make Money by Ditching Excuses and Doing the Work 27:53

6d ago27:53

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Welcome to a grab bag episode of the Travis Makes Money podcast, where Travis and producer Eric riff on the reality behind success—highlighting why business is the great equalizer for anyone willing to put in the work. Rather than featuring a singular guest, this episode is a candid discussion between Travis and Eric, full of humor, pop culture, an…

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Gbemi Oladipo, Guvna B, Jess Thirlby, Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake 57:38

5d ago57:38

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Rapper and author Guvna B, England netball head coach Jess Thirlby, GB sprinter Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake and comedian Gbemi Oladipo join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round,…

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Make Money While Also Prioritizing Your Family (Reacting to Chris DeStefano) 19:37

7d ago19:37

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On this episode of the Travis Makes Money podcast, Travis and producer Eric jump into a mix of thoughtful, funny, and heartwarming clips, landing on a story about comedian Chris DeStefano and the challenge of choosing between earning more money and spending time with family. Chris discusses turning down work to prioritize his kids, sparking a candi…

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Are we living in a new world order? 1:12:56

5d ago1:12:56

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Chloe and Emma talk about the major shift in world politics in 2025. The political, economic and social structures of world capitalism are being reshaped to meet the demands of a new era of instability and imperialism. From the new Trump administration and the rise of other vicious far right forces, to the ramping up of imperialist tensions. We als…

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Adrienne Barbeau on Creepshow, Maude, Swamp Thing & The Fog | Interview 24:09

5d ago24:09

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Silver-screen legend Adrienne Barbeau joins us for a Halloween-special deep dive into a career that moves from Maude to iconic horror: The Fog, Creepshow, and Escape From New York. Adrienne talks theatre roots, working with John Carpenter, and the voice work and TV roles that made her a household name. Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍🔥…

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The Magnitude of 'One More Game' with Pat Gillick 49:26

7d ago49:26

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker hear from both Bo Bichette and John Schneider ahead of Game 6, reacting to Bo's comments about his future, returning from injury to play in the World Series, his maturity through the years within the Blue Jays' organization, and John's comments on how he spent Halloween at his doorstep a year ago to now having the chance…

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A Chance to Close Out Against Yamamoto 50:17

6d ago50:17

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It's game day! Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to Game 6, a potential World Series-clinching stage for the Jays against the Dodgers. They go through the lineup, including George Springer's return to the lead-off spot and Bo Bichette's corresponding move back to second base. Then, two-time World Series champ and MLB Network's Al Leiter joins …

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Make Money by Asking Philosophical Questions 22:48

6d ago22:48

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Travis is joined by producer Eric for a wide-ranging, deeply philosophical episode exploring how beliefs, meaning, and personal philosophy influence the way money, work, and life are experienced. Both hosts share their takes on existential questions (with spontaneous detours into Star Trek, simulation theory, and work ethic), showing how practical …

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Closing Out the World Series with MVP Jack Morris 49:52

7d ago49:52

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by 3-time World Series Champion and National Baseball Hall of Famer Jack Morris (4:20) to chat Trey Yesavage's historic Game 5 start in the World Series, the differences in pitching in the Fall Classic and regular season, how Kevin Gausman should approach pitching in a clincher, playing in extra-inning postsea…

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One. More. Win. 49:48

8d ago49:48

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker reflect on the Blue Jays' 6-1 win over the LA Dodgers in Game 5 to take a 3-2 World Series lead back to Toronto. They discuss Trey Yesavage's masterpiece on the mound and Addison Barger's awareness on the basepaths before looking ahead to Game 6 and how the Jays adjust to Yoshinobu Yamamoto the second time through. Later…

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Make Money by Taking Gary Vee's Advice 22:35

7d ago22:35

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On this episode, Travis and producer Eric break down why building a career or business in 2025 means leveraging the power of content and relationships on social media. Drawing inspiration from powerhouse voices like Gary Vee, they explore the real tactics, mindset shifts, and simple habits that separate those who get results from those who just “po…

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Can Jays Take a Fall Classic Lead Back to Toronto? 49:43

9d ago49:43

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the second hour leading up to Game 5 of the World Series with Baseball Today host and Jomboy Media's Chris Rose (1:00). He shares his impressions of the first four games of the Fall Classic, the Dodgers' bottom-of-the-order hole, Chris Bassitt's bullpen breakout, and a national POV of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s postse…

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Jays Get to Ohtani to Even Up World Series 49:33

8d ago49:33

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start with a look back on the Blue Jays' 6-2 win over the Dodgers in Game 4 to tie up the World Series, including Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s big home run off Shohei Ohtani and Shane Bieber's bounce-back. Then, they look ahead to Game 5, how the starters in Blake Snell and Trey Yesavage will adjust from their Game 1 outings,…

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Make Money by Rethinking Real Estate | Erinn Nobel & Mark Chappell 26:45

9d ago26:45

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Erinn Nobel is an innovative real estate leader with over two decades of experience, starting as a solo agent and eventually building a successful team, scaling across state lines, and spearheading global growth for top brokerages like eXp and Real. Now, as co-founder of ENRG Realty, she’s joined by Mark Chappell, a seasoned real estate investor an…

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Overcoming an 18-Inning Loss Ahead of Game 4 49:25

10d ago49:25

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by MLB Network analyst and two-time World Series champion Jake Peavy to chat about what he thinks the message would be in the Blue Jays clubhouse before Game 4 after a gut-wrenching Game 3 loss, Shane Bieber's gameplan at attacking Shohei Ohtani, hitting against high velo pitches, and why we're seeing two of t…

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Questionable Decisions in the Game 3 Marathon 49:48

9d ago49:48

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' marathon Game 3 against the LA Dodgers, a 6-5 in the 18th inning. They reflect on the Jays' consequential decision to pitch to Shohei Ohtani in the seventh inning, John Schneider's pinch-run replacements, questionable umpire calls, Nathan Lukes' 12-inning at-bat against Clayton Kershaw with th…

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Make Money by Owning Your Path | Jason Wright 27:50

9d ago27:50

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Jason Wright is a speaker, author, entrepreneur, real estate investor, and digital marketing architect known for designing intelligent AI agents and automation solutions for business owners. After starting as a teenage lawn care entrepreneur and enduring a tumultuous journey through corporate HR, sales, and safety roles, Jason carved his own path b…

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A Must-Win for Both Teams at Dodger Stadium 49:37

11d ago49:37

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by former MLB pitcher and co-host of 'VSiN By The Books' Jensen Lewis (1:03) to chat about the challenges for the Blue Jays playing in a late afternoon game in L.A. for the next three World Series games that includes shadows, the keys to attacking Tyler Glasnow and vice versa for pitching against the Jays' bat…

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Sizing Up Game 3's Starters with Jeff Passan and Eric Karros 49:21

11d ago49:21

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As the World Series heads to Los Angeles, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to Monday night's Game 3 and share their expectations for the game's starters in Max Scherzer and Tyler Glasnow before welcoming ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan to the show (11:33). They discuss how Scherzer and George Springer are viewed in LA, whether Game 3 is a must-w…

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Make Money by Mastering the Close | Lessons from Glengarry Glen Ross 23:33

12d ago23:33

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This episode flips the mic to dissect iconic movie sales scenes—especially the legendary real estate monologue from "Glengarry Glen Ross"—with Travis and producer Eric swapping stories from the trenches of commission sales. They break down the psychology of high-pressure closing, how silence can be an indispensable tool, and why consultative sellin…

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Make Money by Hustling Like King Keto 26:11

12d ago26:11

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In this episode, Travis and producer Eric react to viral financial influencer Brandon Carter, aka King Keto’s, raw and relentless advice for young people on how to save their first $100K. Brandon’s story of grinding through multiple low-paying jobs and side hustles for 12 hours a day, 7 days a week in New York City is a wake-up call on the power of…

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Stephen King Movies in 2025: Adaptation Breakdown 40:30

12d ago40:30

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Why has 2025 been a banner year for Stephen King movies? We're breaking down all the major Stephen King 2025 adaptations, from the dark horror of The Monkey and the brutal dystopia of The Long Walk to the life-affirming The Life of Chuck. We discuss which of these new Stephen King novel adaptations will become Halloween classics and preview Edgar W…

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Make Money by Questioning Financial Gurus | Caleb Hammer Reaction 18:46

13d ago18:46

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On this episode, Travis and Eric dive into a viral clip from financial podcaster Caleb Hammer, known for brutally honest, entertaining, and accessible advice that puts real-life financial struggles under the microscope. Together, they unpack Hammer’s take on emergency funds—and the problems with generic one-size-fits-all advice in personal finance.…

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Elliot Steel, Jeanette Kwakye, Josh James, Paul McNamee 56:47

12d ago56:47

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Presenter and former GB athlete Jeanette Kwakye, The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee, and comedians Elliot Steel and Josh James join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the t…

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World Series Game 1 Special Preview 1:08:07

14d ago1:08:07

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker had the chance to chat with Blue Jays' pitching coach Pete Walker (1:13) from the World Series Media Day to talk about Trey Yesavage making his first Fall Classic start, Chris Bassitt's adjustment into a bullpen role during the ALCS and his projected workload against the L.A. Dodgers, and Jeff Hoffman's closing confidenc…

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Bo is Back + Blue Jays' National Reach 56:34

13d ago56:34

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to the Blue Jays' Game 1 lineup, which includes Bo Bichette in the clean-up spot and at second base. They weigh in on the decision and look at the rest of the World Series roster before listening in on Ross Atkins' and Bichette's game-day availability. Later, TVA Sports' play-by-play announcer Denis Casavant (27:58…

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EP 147 - Dealing with Conflict in the Church - Tim Barker 18:39

13d ago18:39

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Every church will eventually encounter conflict. It’s a tough but essential challenge for growth and unity. In today’s podcast, we have the privilege of speaking with Pastor Tim Barker, the South Texas Network Superintendent, who oversees more than 300 churches and nearly 1,000 pastors. With decades of experience, he understands how to lead through…

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Make Money by Avoiding Really Bad Financial Advice 21:36

14d ago21:36

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In this special episode, Travis is joined by his producer, Eric, for a fun break-down of the worst financial advice out there—reacting to viral clips and sorting the truly terrible from the merely misunderstood. They cover everything from “buy low, sell high” myths to the dangers of credit cards and the unpredictable path of moving to NYC for your …

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Why mutual aid can't challenge capitalism 1:05:57

14d ago1:05:57

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Emma and Chloe critique mutual aid from a socialist perspective and discuss Dean Spade's 2020 book Mutual Aid: Building Solidarity During This Crisis (And the Next). While mutual aid might feel good, we argue that it can't meet the needs of working class people, can't challenge the capitalist state or the bosses, and won't help us build the sociali…

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State of MLB with Rob Manfred + '93 World Series MVP Paul Molitor 49:31

15d ago49:31

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by the Commissioner of Major League Baseball Rob Manfred (0:35) to chat about the current state of the game on the field and for audiences across all mediums and the world, the international stage being highlighted for the Fall Classic, how MLB approaches the upcoming 2028 Summer Olympics in L.A., Rogers Centr…

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Yesavage Gets Game 1, Bo's Options, and Pat Hentgen 49:51

15d ago49:51

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to the Blue Jays announcing Trey Yesavage as the Game 1 starter for the World Series and lay out their expectations for the 22-year-old. Then, Bo Bichette sits down with Jeff and Kevin (16:40) to discuss his recovery and how he'd approach possibly playing second base. Later, Dodgers President Stan Kasten (20:52) re…

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Make Money with Protein Bars | James Oliver 26:45

15d ago26:45

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James Oliver is the founder of Atlas Bar, a clean, high-protein snack company built around real ingredients, adaptogenic superfoods, and a purpose-driven mission to help people unlock their full potential. While still a college student at Tufts University, James started experimenting in his kitchen and turned his early prototypes into a multimillio…

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How Dodgers & Jays Match Up + Hall of Famer Frank Thomas 49:47

16d ago49:47

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MLB Network's Jon Morosi joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker (1:11) to discuss how the Blue Jays match up against the L.A. Dodgers, the differences in types of pitchers and hitters the Milwaukee Brewers have compared to the American League champions, John Schneider's bullpen usage, why Chris Bassitt should get more run in the World Series, and projec…

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Is Game 1 a Must-Win? 49:47

15d ago49:47

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look ahead to Friday's Game 1 of the World Series and discuss the Blue Jays' keys against the Dodgers. They get into L.A.'s starting pitching edge and project how John Schneider will deploy the bullpen. Then, former MLB pitcher and cohost of Intentional Talk, Ryan Dempster, stops by (23:46) to discuss his World Series ru…

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EP 148 - Is Deconstruction in the Church Really the Right Thing to Be Doing? - Bobby Gourley 12:22

16d ago12:22

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In this podcast, we talk with Leaders.Church member pastor Bobby Gourley, on the topic of Deconstruction in the Church. This discussion will clarify for many, what is good and what is bad about deconstruction. Pastor Bobby challenges all of us to seek God in the leadership of our churches. In doing so, we need to always separate what has become acc…

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Josh Ruben on Heart Eyes, Scare Me, and College Humor: Mashing Horror & Comedy 17:33

16d ago17:33

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In this exclusive interview, filmmaker Josh Ruben delves into the creation of his hit horror film Heart Eyes. He breaks down his unique process for blending horror and comedy, a skill honed in films like Scare Me and Werewolves Within. Discover how his background at College Humor prepared him for feature directing, his approach to world-building, a…

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Who Killed the Expos? + World Series Back-Leg Line! 49:45

16d ago49:45

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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome back former MLB President and host of Nothing Personal, David Samson (1:05) to revisit the fallout of the Montreal Expos as the newest Netflix documentary "Who Killed the Montreal Expos" releases which included Jeff and David, before looking towards the financial implications for both teams entering the World Ser…

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The Blue Jays Are Going to the World Series! 49:54

16d ago49:54

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The Blue Jays are going to the World Series for the first time in 32 years! Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker listen back on all the calls of George Springer's clutch, go-ahead home run in the seventh inning of Game 7, discuss the teams' winding path to this point, and look ahead at the decisions the team will have to make ahead of Friday's Game 1 agains…

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Make Money with Church Staffing | William Vanderbloemen 27:43

16d ago27:43

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William Vanderbloemen is the founder and CEO of Vanderbloemen Search Group, one of the leading executive search firms serving churches, nonprofits, schools, and values-based businesses. A former pastor and now a trusted advisor to mission-driven organizations, William has helped over 3,000 clients find leadership talent that aligns both in competen…

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Can Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Deliver Once Again? 49:53

18d ago49:53

49:53

ESPN's MLB Insider Jeff Passan joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker (3:20) to chat about if the Los Angeles Dodgers care who they face in the World Series between the Seattle Mariners and Toronto Blue Jays, Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s incredible offensive performance throughout October, and if his view on John Schneider as a manager changed after his pitching…