Best Luka D Podcasts (2025)

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After the LA Fires: Scholars and Activists on Altadena's Black History, Present, and Future 1:23:06

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Dr. Wesley Cox, Dani Haogue, and Zaria Smith all grew up in Altadena, CA. In the wake of the Eaton Fire which destroyed more than half of the city in January 2025, they share their personal stories and how they connect to the wider picture of Black history in Los Angeles, environmental racism, and the struggle for a brighter future. DONATE to Dena …

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Luka Got Traded and a Few Parting Shots 1:28:53

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In this episode of The D Tubbs Show, the 4 Corner Offense is back to discuss the recent trade of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis and we explore the implications for both teams. We give our initial reactions to the trade, the strategic moves by the Lakers, and the Mavericks' perspective on the deal. The conversation also touc…

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Sporting News with The 4 Corner Offense 1:28:26

9M ago1:28:26

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Summary In this episode of The D Tubbs Show, we hosts discuss the recent College Football Playoff (CFP) results, sharing our initial reactions and debating the seeding of teams. We explore the implications of expanding the playoff format and preview the upcoming game between Ohio State and Tennessee. The conversation also delves into the coaching s…

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Processing The 2024 Presidential Election 1:17:36

10M ago1:17:36

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In this episode of The D Tubbs Show good friends of the pod Ashley & John join me to discuss the recent presidential election, how they processed it, what went wrong for democrats and what they need to do next, how people can hold the new administration accountable and what they’re hopeful for. Be sure to rate, like and subscribe.…

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We Have to Consider Collapse 55:44

10M ago55:44

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As solarpunks, we have to consider the possibility of collapse. Matthew Azuley–aka EpicTomorrows–introduces us to collapse awareness, a view of the climate crisis which accepts the inevitability of societal collapse on some level. We'll hear a bit about his forthcoming book, an anthology of global perspectives on collapse, as well as how this view …

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The 4 Corner Offense is Back!! 1:24:59

11M ago1:24:59

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In this episode of The D Tubbs Show Allen, Brian and Pat are back to help run the 4 Corner Offense. Join us as we discuss the current state of College Football and the NFL along with early impressions of the NBA and explores just how good Bronny James will be. Be sure to rate, like and subscribe.By D Tubbs

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Concepts Of A Plan 1:27:31

1y ago1:27:31

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In this episode of The D Tubbs Show, host D Tubbs and guests Brian and Denise engage in a candid discussion about the recent presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. They share their impressions of the debate, focusing on body language, themes, and the candidates' performances. The conversation delves into the implications of Tru…

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PSA The Pod Is Back 0:36

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What up world. It's been a minute since you last heard from me. I wasn't sure if I wanted to keep the pod going so I stepped away until it felt right to bring it back. I also wanted to reimagine what the pod could be in the future and try and take it to the next level. But now I'm back. On a new platform and with a new name. So welcome to The D Tub…

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No Healing Without Decolonizing: Community Mental Health in Gaza w/ Dr. Jess Ghannam 1:00:04

1y ago1:00:04

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In 1995, Dr. Jess Ghannam was one of two psychiatrists for the entire population of the Gaza strip. Jess’s work centers around community mental health, a model that aims to deliver care at scale by integrating with the community. We talk about how Jess’s own experience with intergenerational trauma as a Palestinian drew him to the mental health pro…

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Ecology is Radical: A People’s History of Environmentalism 1:02:24

1+ y ago1:02:24

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This Earth Month, we’re looking back on the history of environmental radicalism. Brian Tokar is a teacher, activist, and writer who’s been involved in the movements he writes and teaches about since the 70s. We discuss how leftism and environmentalism came together, why ecology matters for the left, and what lessons we can learn from these traditio…

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When the Aliens Land, Invite Them to Dinner: Ruthanna Emrys on Monsters, First Contact, and Hope 59:41

1+ y ago59:41

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What happens when a solarpunk world is visited by aliens? Ruthanna Emrys writes stories for monsters - stories that challenge the role of the monster as something “other,” something to be feared. Her latest novel, A Half Built Garden, is a story of high-stakes interspecies negotiations, of hope and progress despite immense challenges, and of bridgi…

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Bringing Theory Beyond the Academy: Strange Matters Magazine 1:32:54

1+ y ago1:32:54

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The editors of Strange Matters Magazine want your reading experience to feel like meeting a grad student friend for coffee. Meaning: they explain the most exciting parts of their research, give you all the hot gossip in their field, skip the jargon and elitism, and still deliver the information in a rigorous manner. Strange Matters publishes a vari…

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From Capitalist Realism to a Solarpunk Reality 1:28:10

1+ y ago1:28:10

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After the 2023 Solarpunk Conference, my fellow panelists and I got together for a follow-up. Our panel, From Capitalist Realism to a Solarpunk Reality, discussed the thought and action necessary to bring solarpunk to life. In this episode, we expand on these ideas and develop connections between our related areas of research. Featuring Joey of The …

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Some quality Dirk Nowitzki stories 38:05

2y ago38:05

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Tim Cato and Mike Piellucci catch up with Brian Dameris, a longtime friend of Dirk Nowitzki who attended his Hall of Fame induction ceremony this past weekend. We talk about Dirk's influence and legacy, both for those who knew him and those who didn't, and swap stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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AI is Already Existential: The Case for an Anti-fascist Resistance 1:33:41

2y ago1:33:41

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AI, as it currently exists, already poses immediate risks. We don’t need to wait on the singularity for AI to become existential – the resistance starts now! In this episode, Dan McQuillan (Goldsmiths Department of Computing) critiques AI from an informed, technical basis. We explore the risks of currently existing models, from shaping our subjecti…

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What’s next for the Mavs’ offseason? 34:15

2y ago34:15

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Tim Cato and Austin Ngaruiya talk about the team’s free agency thus far, Kyrie Irving’s new contract, the difficulty of sign-and-trades, and the chances this summer ends with fans being happy or upset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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Deandre Ayton? Andre Drummond!? Discussing Mavs' free agency rumors 36:45

2y ago36:45

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Tim Cato and Mike Piellucci talk about the team's rumored free agency plans, including the Deandre Ayton trade reports (which Mike is no fan of), the Andre Drummond buzz, what those rumors mean for Dereck Lively II's role next season, and then briefly discuss the team's just-announced summer league roster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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Mavs 2023 Draft reaction 45:14

2+ y ago45:14

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Your Dallas Mavericks have actually selected basketball players in a basketball draft! What do we think about Dereck Lively II and Olivier-Maxence Prosper? Tim Cato and Austin Ngaruiya give their first impressions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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Mavs Mailbag 34:04

2+ y ago34:04

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Tim Cato, Mike Piellucci, and Dave DuFour answer listener questions and finally decide : Lemon or Lime? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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Fashioning the Future: Why Accessible Fashion Matters 58:28

2+ y ago58:28

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AJ is a fashion designer who focuses on making accessible fashion: clothing for diverse bodies, abilities, and genders. AJ offers his view of the problems with the fashion world, how he’s navigated fashion as a trans man with disabilities, and how his design processes challenges harmful norms. We’ll also hear some great ideas for making fashion par…

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LeBron a Maverick? 28:41

2+ y ago28:41

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Tim Cato, Austin Garooya, and Dave DuFour podcast from the future and discuss a potential LeBron James addition for the Mavericks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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Mavs making changes? 28:10

2+ y ago28:10

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Tim Cato and Dave DuFour react to the potential hiring of Dennis Lindsey and Frank Vogel and discuss potential moves in the offseason. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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Who's available with the Mavs' 10th pick, and why it matters 35:12

2+ y ago35:12

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Tim Cato talks to draft expert Richard Stayman, who you might know on Twitter as @MavsDraft, about whether the Mavericks should trade or use the No. 10 pick, what Richard thinks of the prospects who might be available, and what the team’s dream scenario for that pick should be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Mavs stay at pick 10, reaction & what it means 35:05

2+ y ago35:05

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Tim Cato is joined by Austin Ngaruiya to react to the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery, where the Mavericks fell, Wemby to San Antonio & more of what this means for your Mavs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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More than a Measure: Building Political Consciousness through the Electoral System 1:26:45

2+ y ago1:26:45

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In fall 2022, Pasadena’s Measure H established citywide rent control, “just cause” eviction protections, and a rental housing board to implement the law. But the campaign to get there wasn’t easy, and the struggle certainly isn’t over. On the face of it, Measure H might seem like just another electoral campaign. But Aeryn, Ryan, and Bee of the Pasa…

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Mavs Fan Survey & lottery odds 33:16

2+ y ago33:16

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Tim and Austin return to discuss the latest Mavericks chatter happening on the interweb, including Cato's Mavs Fan Survey on The Athletic. Plus, what are the odds the Mavericks can land a lottery pick this year? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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The Mavs Stepback Season 53:01

2+ y ago53:01

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Tim Cato, Austin Garooya, Mike Piellucci, and Dave DuFour react to the Mavericks final weekend of the 2022-2023 season, Luka Doncic's press conference, and what happens next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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Why is this Mavericks season so weird? with Josh Bowe 36:16

2+ y ago36:16

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Tim Cato talks to Mavs Moneyball's Josh Bowe about why this Dallas Mavericks season has been so unexplainable, and then digs into why the defense has taken such a step back. Fair warning: We didn't quite solve it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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Scientists for Socialism! Why Activism and Research Go Hand-in-Hand 1:08:47

2+ y ago1:08:47

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Bee Rooney is both a scientist and a socialist. She got her PhD in environmental engineering and science at Caltech (Pasadena, CA), and now organizes with the Socialists of Caltech and Pasadena Tenants Union. Bee shares her insights on balancing the demands of research and activism. We also discuss her work in relation to climate, public health, an…

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Shut It Down 37:52

2+ y ago37:52

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Tim Cato, Austin Garooya, Mike Piellucci, and Dave DuFour get together for a family pod/wake for the 2022-2023 Dallas Mavericks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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Is it over? 'Cause it kinda feels like it's over 23:36

2+ y ago23:36

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Tim Cato, on the road en route to the Mavericks next game, catches up with Mike Piellucci following the loss to the Sixers, with the Mavs currently sitting 3 games under .500. Is it over? What needs to happen to make a run? Let's get through this together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Best Pass in NBA History? 28:09

2+ y ago28:09

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Tim Cato and Dave DuFour react to the Mavericks recent struggles, Jaden Hardy's talent, and THAT Luka pass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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Jason Kidd's craziest quotes (so far) | Crossover with Locked On Mavericks 49:06

2+ y ago49:06

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77 Minutes and Locked On Mavericks cross over for a big discussion on some of Jason Kidd's most wild quotes so far. Strap in for a 4-man panel of your favorite Mavs podcasters, including our own Tim Cato and Austin Ngaruiya. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Athletic

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How’d the Mavs lose that game? 31:16

2+ y ago31:16

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Austin Ngaruiya and Tim Cato talk about the team’s loss to Memphis and the strange season this has been. Head’s up: They recorded this immediately prior to seeing Monday’s post-game interviews, in which it was explained that Jaden Hardy had a minor foot injury that impacted his ability to return to the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…