Best Left Bench Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 278: Laying Pipe in the No-No Zones 2:02:58

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Episode 278 Sponsor: Gorilla Glue A trusted brand with decades of experience! From glue, to woodfiller, to workshop floor kits, they have everything you need for your next project. Check out their new products along with great deals on all your trusted favorites at: www.gorillatough.com WTB Woodworking Check out WTBwoodworking.com for all your wood…

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The 3 Gifts That Keep Giving (And Cost You Not a Damn Dime) 45:02

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A Holiday season episode for Black Sheep ready to drop the weight, shed old skin, and step into their next level—unapologetically. This Holiday Season, forget the sweaters, gadgets, and empty gestures. In this powerful holiday episode of Black Sheep Leadership, the Black Sheep Guru breaks down 3 gifts you can give yourself that keep paying dividend…

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Orange Bowl | Texas Tech vs Oregon | Quarterfinals | Red Raider Recon 1:27:45

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Catch all our updates and editorials at https://doubletsportsnetwork.com and on our Double T 97.3 mobile app Three Things - Biggest takeaways from the weekend. CFP Round One - Did we learn anything new about the winning teams? Oregon - Just how good are the Ducks? Season Comparison - Who has the more impressive wins, Tech or Oregon? Biggest Matchup…

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#95 - Charlie Walker: Detained in a Russian Prison 1:15:43

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Explorer Charlie Walker spent a month in a Russian prison cell with no idea if he’d be there for days, weeks, months, or years. What kept him going? The same mindset that carried him 43,000 miles by bicycle through 60+ countries, across frozen Siberian tundras, and through moments of crushing loneliness that tested him more than any physical challe…

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Texas Tech Basketball | Massive win over Duke | Red Raider Recon 1:19

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Catch all our updates and editorials at https://doubletsportsnetwork.com and on our Double T 97.3 mobile app This week, we discuss: The Non-Conference Defensive Struggles/Offensive Success Player by Player from the Duke Game Is this a one off or a sign of things to come? Sign up for our newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e57de768188d/sign-up-for-the-do…

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Episode 277: Overdue By 22 1:29:56

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Episode 277 Sponsor: Gorilla Glue A trusted brand with decades of experience! From glue, to woodfiller, to workshop floor kits, they have everything you need for your next project. Check out their new products along with great deals on all your trusted favorites at: www.gorillatough.com Onefinity CNC: The industry standard for at home production CN…

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Episode 9: The Tragedy of JonBenét Ramsey 34:18

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In this episode of Justice Seekers, hosted by two attorneys, we examine the mysterious case of JonBenét Ramsey, the six-year-old beauty pageant star found dead in her Boulder, Colorado home in 1996. We explore the investigation, media frenzy, and ongoing theories, while reflecting on the lasting impact on her family and the justice system. Join us …

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How to Retire from People Pleasing (Without Becoming Cold or Cruel) 38:10

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People pleasing isn’t kindness — it’s a survival strategy that’s outlived its purpose. In this powerful episode of Black Sheep Leadership, the Black Sheep Guru breaks down why Black Sheep are especially vulnerable to people pleasing, the two dangerous forms it takes, and how to retire from it without becoming bitter, cold, or cruel. Blending insigh…

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The Rebound Farewell Episode 5:54

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The final episode of The Rebound brings the journey full circle as Coach Matt Doherty reflects on why this podcast was created in the first place. Born from personal and professional setbacks, The Rebound was designed to help listeners see challenges as opportunities to learn, grow, and move forward with purpose. Throughout four seasons, The Reboun…

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Will the Supreme Court Finally Stand Up to Trump in 2026? (with Melissa Murray) 1:18:50

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Are President Trump’s tariffs illegal? Will the independence of federal agencies be a thing of the past? Is birthright citizenship about to be taken away? These are just a few of the consequential questions before a Supreme Court that's hell-bent on destroying obstacles to President Trump's executive power. Alex talks to two plaintiffs at the cente…

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College Football Playoffs | First Round | Jacob Rodriguez | Red Raider Recon 56:31

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Catch all our updates and editorials at https://doubletsportsnetwork.com and on our Double T 97.3 mobile app This week, we discuss: Three Things - CFP Expectations. Jacob Rodriguez - Sweeping almost every possible award. Heisman - Did anything surprise you with the results? First Round - Who has the most exciting matchup? TMD - Who is the most dang…

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#94 - Steven Curtis Chapman: I Wasn't Gonna Survive This Darkness 2:09:37

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Watch on YouTube → What does it cost to keep singing about hope when your heart is shattered, success feels hollow, and grief follows you onto the biggest stages in the world? Steven Curtis Chapman, the most awarded artist in Christian music history, five time Grammy winner, and the first contemporary Christian artist inducted into the Grand Ole Op…

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Episode 8: Gabby Petito: Turning Grief Into Change 43:16

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Gabby Petito’s story captured the nation, but her parents made sure it led to action. In this episode, we examine Gabby’s tragic death and the powerful advocacy led by her parents, Nichole Schmidt and Joe Petito, in her name. Through the Gabby Petito Foundation, they’ve worked to raise awareness about domestic violence, expand resources for victims…

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Episode 276: Sweaty Velcro (+Dan's Birthday) 1:45:01

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Episode 276 Happy Birthday Daniel Dunlap! (Dec. 11th - Mark your calendars!) Sponsor: Gorilla Glue A trusted brand with decades of experience! From glue, to woodfiller, to workshop floor kits, they have everything you need for your next project. Check out their new products along with great deals on all your trusted favorites at: www.gorillatough.c…

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Don't Mistake Your Trash For Treasure 1:07:28

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In this episode of Black Sheep Leadership, the Black Sheep Guru challenges you to pause before throwing away ideas, dreams, or plans that didn’t work the first time. Many breakthroughs are buried under disappointment—not because they lacked value, but because timing, readiness, or confidence wasn’t aligned yet. This episode is for the misfit who kn…

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Why It's Easy to Quit a Job, But Hard to Quit a Relationship w/ Ani Ganesan 53:21

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In this episode of The Rebound, Coach Matt Doherty and Blue Chip Maintenance Co-Founder Ani Ganesan dive into the real-world principles of resilience, personal growth, and business development. Their conversation breaks down how entrepreneurs can overcome early setbacks and build long-term success through mindset, habits, and continuous improvement…

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What the Hell is Happening at the Pentagon? (with Sen. Elissa Slotkin & Ben Rhodes) 1:11:43

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Under the leadership of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, the Pentagon is in disarray. From a lack of transparency on extrajudicial strikes in the Caribbean, to the Signalgate scandal, to kicking out the Pentagon press corp – this administration has put a leader at the helm who is both embarrassing and a threat to national security. This week, Alex h…

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#93 - This Allen Institute's ALS Discovery Could Change Everything - Special ALS Episode with Dr. Merit Cudkowicz & Dr. Tanya Daigle 1:05:31

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Watch on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VU65vnqkBmE When two of the world's leading ALS researchers meet for the first time on a podcast, something remarkable happens. Dr. Merit Cudkowicz - Tim's close friend and arguably the world's foremost ALS expert, returns to Nothing Left Unsaid for her third appearance, this time joined by Dr. Tan…

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Big 12 Champions | College Football Playoff | Heisman Snub | Red Raider Recon 1:07:07

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Catch all our updates and editorials at https://doubletsportsnetwork.com and on our Double T 97.3 mobile app This week, we discuss: Three Things - Biggest takeaways from the weekend. Overreactions - Reacting to the results from the Conference Championships. Orange Bowl Birth - Was this a favorable draw? CFP Field - Do you agree with the seeding? He…

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Episode 7: The Karen Read Case 45:29

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In this episode, Natalie and Katrina break down the controversial case of Karen Read, accused of killing her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, during a 2022 snowstorm. What first appeared to be a tragic accident spiraled into allegations of police bias, mishandled evidence, conflicting timelines, and possible cover-ups. Update Since re…

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Episode 275: The Phantom Menace Wears Prada 1:40:17

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Episode 275 Sponsor: Gorilla Glue A trusted brand with decades of experience! From glue, to woodfiller, to workshop floor kits, they have everything you need for your next project. Check out their new products along with great deals on all your trusted favorites at: www.gorillatough.com WTB Woodworking Check out WTBwoodworking.com for all your wood…

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Sauna Talk #120: American Sauna Stove Makers 1:02:35

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Today, on Sauna Talk, and almost on the sauna bench, I'm pleased to bring you the folks behind the three major American sauna stove makers. American manufacturing at work! Garrett, Lamppa Manufacturing, Tower, Minnesota, Population 421 Philip, Nippa, Beulah, MI, Population 303 Lynn, Ilo, Dollar Bay, Michigan, Population 1,070 We talk through what t…

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Crypto Clarity: What Lawyers Should Know About Digital Currency 30:24

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Ever since cryptocurrency made its debut, many have repeatedly questioned its validity. Is it legal tender? A scam? Well, in today’s digital ether, both exist en masse, and lawyers need to understand how to recognize the real thing and how it fits into our current legal framework. Rocky Dhir welcomes Nelson Ebaugh to chat about his article in the T…

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Making America White Again (with Joy Reid) 47:23

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The Trump administration is using the tragic shooting of two National Guard members by an Afghan national as justification to close the door on immigration, refugees, and asylum seekers trying to enter the US. This week, Alex speaks to an Afghan aid worker who now fears for his family's safety, and then is joined by Joy Reid to talk about how this …

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Big 12 Championship | Texas Tech vs BYU Rematch | Behren Morton's Legacy | Red Raider Recon 1:19:01

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Catch all our updates and editorials at https://doubletsportsnetwork.com and on our Double T 97.3 mobile app This week, we discuss: 00:10:30 - Three Things - Biggest takeaways from the weekend. 00:19:56 - Overreactions - Reacting to the results in the regular season finale. 00:39:56 - Big 12 POY (OW) - Who made the biggest impact this week? 00:42:3…

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#92 - Shaka Senghor: From Prison Cell to MIT Fellow 1:06:48

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Watch on YouTube →https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdAQJZzgbPQ What does it take to transform your life from inside a prison cell? Shaka Senghor spent 19 years in prison, seven in solitary confinement for a murder he committed at 19. Instead of letting it destroy him, he turned his cell into a university, wrote four books, and discovered a purpose t…

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Sauna Talk #119: Four Sauna Builders 1:13:43

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Today on the bench, we bring you to Larsmont Cottages, Two Harbors. Minnesota for a special roundtable discussion with four sauna builders from four different countries as part of Sauna Days 2025. Alex, Bsaunasusa, Belarus Keegan, Deep Wave Saunas, USA Jake, Finnmark, UK Andrew, Sauna Builder, Canada The weather was wonderful, the heat was resonati…

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Level Up or Get Left Behind 1:16:54

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Let’s talk about the mindset, movement, and momentum required to lead from any seat. In this explosive episode of Black Sheep Leadership, the Black Sheep Guru breaks down what it really means to level up in a world that’s accelerating by the minute. This isn’t about hustle culture — it’s about elevation culture. If you’re not adapting, you’re evapo…

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Episode 274: The Real Sumans are the Sumans We Make Along the Suman 1:29:07

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Episode 274 Sponsor: Gorilla Glue A trusted brand with decades of experience! From glue, to woodfiller, to workshop floor kits, they have everything you need for your next project. Check out their new products along with great deals on all your trusted favorites at: www.gorillatough.com WTB Woodworking Check out WTBwoodworking.com for all your wood…

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Gratitude Over Grievance: Why Complainers Stay Broke and the Grateful Keep Winning 1:14:21

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In this Thanksgiving Special of Black Sheep Leadership, the Black Sheep Guru calls out the culture of complaining and entitlement that’s keeping people broke, bitter, and blind to their blessings. This isn’t about politics or poverty—it’s about perspective. From the streets to the boardrooms, history proves the same truth: Gratitude expands. Compla…

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An In-Depth Breakdown of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) with Brandon Blell 1:01:53

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In this episode of The Rebound, Coach Matt Doherty sits down with EOS Implementer Brandon Blell to break down the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to discuss how (and why) it’s transforming how small and mid-sized businesses operate. Together, they explore how EOS provides a proven framework for organizing teams, clarifying goals, and creatin…

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Texas Tech Football vs West Virginia | All Big 12 | Conference Championship | Red Raider Recon 1:17:48

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Catch all our updates and editorials at https://doubletsportsnetwork.com and on our Double T 97.3 mobile app This week, we discuss: Three Things - Biggest takeaways from the weekend. Big 12 POY (OW) - Who made the biggest impact this week? All Big 12 - Which Red Raiders will get first team honors in the conference? Texas Tech Defense - Where will T…

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#91 - Henry Dick Thompson Survived The Impossible Mission 2:08:48

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Watch on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1nNm2rxY-Q A woman’s voice broke through his encrypted radio, reading his team’s obituaries. Twenty-two men surrounded by 800 enemy soldiers—and somehow Dr. Dick Thompson survived to tell the story. Code-named “Dynamite,” Dick led recon teams deep behind enemy lines in Vietnam. The North Vietnames…

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Cut Back to Come Back: The Art of Pruning for Power 1:00:36

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Sometimes elevation requires elimination. Pruning isn’t loss—it’s leadership. Learn how to let go, grow stronger, and prepare for your next level. In this transformative episode of Black Sheep Leadership, the Black Sheep Guru reveals why pruning isn’t punishment—it’s preparation. From the garden to the galaxy, this one’s all about learning how to c…

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Episode 273: Disorderly Conduct Walnut Board 1:41:44

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Episode 273 Sponsor: Gorilla Glue A trusted brand with decades of experience! From glue, to woodfiller, to workshop floor kits, they have everything you need for your next project. Check out their new products along with great deals on all your trusted favorites at: www.gorillatough.com Onefinity CNC: The industry standard for at home production CN…

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TOXIC BLOODLINES: PART 2 — Healing Without Apology 46:01

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Healing ain’t selfish—it’s survival. In this unapologetic part two of Toxic Bloodlines, the Black Sheep Guru dives into what happens after you decide to heal. Because when you change, you threaten everyone still committed to staying the same. From “poor pride” to generational ego, this episode breaks down why some people would rather defend dysfunc…

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Trump Cracks on Epstein Files 53:03

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This week, the House and Senate voted nearly unanimously to release all of the files related to the investigation into sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, after President Trump pulled a complete 180 and signaled his support. So how and why did things change? Alex speaks to Marina Lacerda, a survivor of Epstein’s abuse, about why the release is so impor…

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Texas Tech Football Open Week | Heisman Candidacy | Playoffs | Red Raider Recon 1:15:41

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Catch all our updates and editorials at https://doubletsportsnetwork.com and on our Double T 97.3 mobile app This week, we discuss: 00:09:00 - Three Things - Biggest takeaways from the weekend. 00:18:25 - Overreactions - Is there any chance Texas Tech misses the playoff? 00:32:10 - Big 12 POY (OW) - Will this be renamed the Jacob Rodriguez award? 0…

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#90 - Rebecca Lemov: We're All Being Programmed 1:40:46

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Watch on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH9_XbfB-g8 What if the choices you make every day aren't really yours? Harvard historian Rebecca Lemov has spent decades uncovering the uncomfortable truth about free will, manipulation, and the invisible forces that shape human behavior, from Cold War brainwashing experiments to the AI companions…

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TOXIC BLOODLINES: PART 1 — Breaking the Chains & Building Legacy 1:01:10

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Generational pain runs deep—but healing starts when you stop pretending it’s normal. In this first episode of the Toxic Bloodlines series, the Black Sheep Guru exposes how dysfunction is passed down like an inheritance. From emotional manipulation to silent suffering, some of what you’re fighting didn’t start with you—it started before you. We’ll u…

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Episode 272: Bench Nibbled 1:55:43

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Episode 272 Sponsor: Gorilla Glue A trusted brand with decades of experience! From glue, to woodfiller, to workshop floor kits, they have everything you need for your next project. Check out their new products along with great deals on all your trusted favorites at: www.gorillatough.com Onefinity CNC: The industry standard for at home production CN…

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Culture, Faith, & Accountability: How These Philosophies Drive Your Business Growth with Jim Noble 51:13

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In this episode of The Rebound, Coach Matt Doherty sits down with renowned restaurateur, entrepreneur, and faith-driven leader Jim Noble to explore how timeless principles can help build a business that not only survives, but thrives. Jim Noble, founder of Noble Food & Pursuits and visionary behind beloved restaurant brands like Rooster’s Wood-Fire…

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Hasan Piker on the Democrats' Bullies and Republican Nazis 1:14:13

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Democrats and Republicans may seem worlds apart politically, but both parties are running into a similar problem – getting pushed into uncomfortable positions. Less than a week after election wins across the country, it only took 7 Democratic Senators and one Independent to wipe away the feeling of victory and instead cave to Trump and the GOP’s bu…

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Texas Tech Football vs. UCF preview | Can't Stub Toe | Red Raider Recon 1:19:48

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Catch all our updates and editorials at https://doubletsportsnetwork.com and on our Double T 97.3 mobile app This week, we discuss: -Three Things - Biggest takeaways from the weekend. -Overreactions - Is Texas Tech on a collision course with a BYU rematch? -Big 12 POY (OW) - Who made the biggest impact this week? -Scott Frost - Can he turn things a…

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#89 - Terry Bradshaw: From NFL Bench to 4 Super Bowl Rings 1:54:42

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Watch on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XN3XJzI54A Four Super Bowl rings. NFL Hall of Fame. America's quarterback. And yet, sitting alone in his Pittsburgh apartment after five brutal years, Terry Bradshaw was crying, and didn't know why.This is the Terry Bradshaw story you've never heard. In this raw, hilarious, and deeply moving conve…

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Veterans Day Special: Tu Lam, John Stryker Meyer, Jack Carr, Jason Redman, Nick Ige, Trung Nguyen 42:57

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Watch on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhYDiDPxcAk This Veterans Day, we honor those who served with a powerful compilation of the most raw and vulnerable moments from our conversations with America's warriors. What you'll hear: Nick Ige (82nd Airborne) takes us to his first deployment in Afghanistan, from mistakenly hopping on the wron…

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Episode 6: The Yogurt Shop Murders: 34 Years Later, the Truth Emerges 29:09

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In 1991, four teenage girls were murdered inside an Austin yogurt shop, a case that shocked Texas and led to wrongful convictions, overturned years later by DNA evidence. Now, in 2025, investigators have finally identified the real killer: Robert Eugene Brashers, a serial offender linked through forensic genetic genealogy. Justice Seekers explores …

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Episode 271: Patent Possibly Pending w/ Philip Miller 1:54:56

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Episode 271 Special Guest: Philip Miller https://www.instagram.com/millermadeworkshop/ https://www.youtube.com/@MillerMadeWorkshop Sponsor: Gorilla Glue A trusted brand with decades of experience! From glue, to woodfiller, to workshop floor kits, they have everything you need for your next project. Check out their new products along with great deal…

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No One Left Behind - The Future of Legal Aid for Veterans 32:49

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The Take One campaign is a statewide initiative encouraging Texas lawyers to take on one pro bono case a year for a veteran in need. Rocky Dhir sits down with Major General Alfred Valenzuela and past State Bar President Terry Tottenham to discuss the campaign’s mission to bridge the gap between lawyers and veterans. Their conversation highlights th…

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A Wipeout and a Showdown (with Chris Hayes) 52:43

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Tuesday’s elections ushered in big wins for Democrats in the NYC mayoral race, Virginia and New Jersey’s Governors’ races, California’s redistricting measure, and more. Meanwhile, Democrats in Congress are still standing their ground as the government shutdown now becomes the longest in US history. Alex speaks to MSNBC’s Chris Hayes about what Demo…