Best Max Hicks Podcasts (2025)

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🎙️ Podcast Stew: Rob Reiner’s Film Legacy, a Wild Boxing Weekend & a Spoiler-Free Take on AVATAR: FIRE & ASH! 53:59

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Send us a text In a rare solo episode after ten straight guest interviews, Joe Curdy returns to the mic solo with a full-on Podcast Stew — a wide-ranging, unfiltered mix of film reflection, pop-culture spectacle, and spoiler-free criticism. The episode opens with reflections on Rob Reiner and his enduring film legacy, using his body of work as a re…

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Eight Days, One shot: Writer/Director Jeff Hupp on the Inspiration for his 2025 Film BAND ON THE RUN 1:01:22

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Send us a text Writer/director Jeff Hupp joins The Fixate & Binge Podcast to discuss his 2025 indie feature BAND ON THE RUN— a heartfelt, DIY road-trip film shot in just eight days that captures a fleeting moment in the late 1990s Detroit Garage Rock scene. Centered on the rock trio 'Hot Freaks', the film follows drummer Jesse Grant (Matthew Perl) …

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From SXSW to Netflix: Writer and Director Freddy Macdonald’s Wild Ride With His Swiss Alps Thriller -- SEW TORN! 58:06

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Send us a text This week on The Fixate & Binge Podcast, Joe sits down with writer/director Freddy Macdonald -- the breakout filmmaker behind the Neo-noir crime caper SEW TORN, which premiered at the 2024 SXSW and went on to debut on streaming giants like Amazon Prime and -- as of December 1, 2025 -- now on Netflix! Shot on location in the Swiss Alp…

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Arrested Development in Hawaiʻi: Talking CHAPERONE (2024) with writer/director Zoë Eisenberg & star Mitzi Akaha 52:07

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Send us a text In this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, host Joe Curdy sits down with writer/director Zoë Eisenberg and starring actress Mitzi Akaha to unpack their acclaimed 2024 indie film CHAPERONE -- a poignant, quietly powerful coming-of-age story set against the lush, time-suspended backdrop of Hawaiʻi. Drawing on his own experiences li…

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Sibling Bonds, Autism, and Pure Heart: A Talk with the Cast & Director of this Year's Indie Gem HELLBENT ON BOOGIE 1:10:39

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Send us a text In this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, host Joe sits down with writer/director Vito Trupiano, actor Shiloh Fernandez, and breakout newcomer Alyx Ruibal to dive deep into their heartfelt 2024 film HELLBENT ON BOOGIE. They discuss the origins of this unexpectedly tender story, the challenges and joys of making an intimate famil…

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Inside American Skyjacker: Filmmakers Eli Kooris & Joshua Shaffer on Martin McNally’s Wild True Crime Story 41:16

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Send us a text Ladies and gentlemen, please make sure your seatbelt is fastened and that your seat and tray tables are in the upright position! This week on The Fixate & Binge Podcast, I’m joined by directors Eli Kooris and Joshua Shaffer, the creative force behind AMERICAN SKYJACKER, a wild and gripping docudrama chronicling Martin McNally’s audac…

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Love, Doubt, and Honesty: Inside the 2025 SXSW Indie Sensation I REALLY LOVE MY HUSBAND w/ director GG Hawkins and actress Madison Lanesey (Part 2) 44:14

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Send us a text On this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, host Joe sits down with acclaimed writer-filmmaker GG HAWKINS and writer-actor MADISON LANESEY to discuss their bold and intimate new film, I REALLY LOVE MY HUSBAND. Set against the lush backdrop of Panama, the film examines love, honesty, and what it means to truly know your partner -- …

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Love, Doubt, and Honesty: Inside the 2025 SXSW Indie Sensation I REALLY LOVE MY HUSBAND w/ director GG Hawkins and actress Madison Lanesey (Part 1) 41:17

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Send us a text On this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, host Joe sits down with acclaimed writer-filmmaker GG HAWKINS and writer-actor MADISON LANESEY to discuss their bold and intimate new film, I REALLY LOVE MY HUSBAND. Set against the lush backdrop of Panama, the film examines love, honesty, and what it means to truly know your partner -- …

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Inside BAD MAN: Director Michael Diliberti & Star Johnny Simmons on Dark Comedy, Chaos, and Small-Town Crime 1:22:19

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Send us a text Host Joe Curdy sits down with writer-director Michael Diliberti and actor Johnny Simmons to talk about their new 2025 action-comedy film BAD MAN — a wildly entertaining, small-town crime farce starring Seann William Scott, Rob Riggle, and the late Chance Perdomo. The conversation dives into the film’s creation, the mix of chaos and c…

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The Art of Indie Mischief: Talking THE MISADVENTURES OF VINCE AND HICK with Heston Horwin (Part 2) 47:43

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Send us a text In the second part of this 2-part podcast series of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, host Joe Curdy sits down with filmmaker Heston Horwin — the writer, producer, and star of the hilarious new indie comedy THE MISADVENTURES OF VINCE AND HICK. It’s a buddy crime caper filled with wit, chaos, and heart — featuring standout performances by C…

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The Art of Indie Mischief: Talking THE MISADVENTURES OF VINCE AND HICK with Heston Horwin (Part 1) 52:11

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Send us a text In the first part of this 2-part podcast series of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, host Joe Curdy sits down with filmmaker Heston Horwin — the writer, producer, and star of the hilarious new indie comedy THE MISADVENTURES OF VINCE AND HICK. It’s a buddy crime caper filled with wit, chaos, and heart — featuring standout performances by Ch…

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ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER: Paul Thomas Anderson vs. the New American Order 40:22

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A Debut in Terror: JC Doler on Co-Writing & Directing the 2025 Shudder Sensation THE TWIN 44:17

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Send us a text On this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, director JC Doler joins host Joseph Curdy to discuss his chilling new film THE TWIN, now streaming on SHUDDER. Equal parts terrifying and emotionally raw, the film confronts trauma and mental illness while keeping audiences on edge. Doler—who co-wrote, directed, and edited the project—pu…

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From Watsonville to Hollywood: Sedrick Cabrera on FREAKY TALES, DREAMS, and Working with Screen Legends (Part 2) 1:01:14

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Send us a text In this second half of my two-part conversation, actor Sedrick Cabrera takes us inside his recent film work and the leap from stage to screen. We explore his experience on FREAKY TALES including what it was like sharing the set with Pedro Pascal, and his role in acclaimed director Michel Franco’s DREAMS (2025) alongside Academy Award…

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Sedrick Cabrera’s Origin Story: Theatre Roots and the Making of a Hollywood Actor (Part 1) 1:03:02

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Send us a text In this first half of my two-part conversation, actor Sedrick Cabrera opens up about his roots in Watsonville, California, and how his journey into acting began long before the cameras rolled on FREAKY TALES. We dive into his formative years at San Jose State University’s Theatre Arts Program, where he discovered a passion for stage …

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The Art of Grief and Comedy -- Actress and Writer of 2022's Indie Hit TRUST Jennifer Levinson! 57:43

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Send us a text On this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, host Joe Curdy welcomes actress, film producer and screenwriter Jennifer Levinson from Los Angeles to the podcast to discuss her 2022 film TRUST which she wrote, executive produced and starred in. This in-depth conversation offers a fascinating glimpse into the filmmaking process from co…

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HBO's Boardwalk Empire's influence on author JL Flannery's 2025 novel 'Trouble in Atlantic City' 1:00:32

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Send us a text On this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, host Joseph Curdy sits down with novelist J.L. Flannery, whose debut novel 'Trouble in Atlantic City' plunges readers into the grit, glamour, and danger of 1927 Atlantic City -- at the height of Prohibition. Drawing inspiration from meticulous research and HBO's BOARDWALK EMPIRE, Flanner…

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ALIEN EARTH -- Monsters, Corporations, and the Quest to Become Gods! 27:46

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Send us a text This week on The Fixate & Binge Podcast, I go beyond the jump scares and alien horror of FX/Hulu’s ALIEN EARTH to uncover the deeper philosophical questions lurking beneath. *What does it mean to be conscious? *Who controls our autonomy in a world dominated by corporate titans acting as modern-day world powers? *And what does the pur…

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Campfire Tales: The Making of MARSHMALLOW, 2025’s Must-See Indie Horror Sensation with Director Daniel DelPurgatorio & Producer Todd M. Friedman 1:03:10

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Send us a text In this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, I sit down sit down with director Daniel DelPurgatorio and producer Todd M. Friedman to dive deep into their critically acclaimed indie-horror gem, MARSHMALLOW. The conversation explores the film’s clever meta-take on summer camp horror, what it was like filming with such a fantastic cas…

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WEAPONS Review: The Horror Movie That Isn’t What You Think 41:29

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Send us a text Welcome to The Fixate & Binge Podcast! In this special episode for new subscribers, I pull back the curtain on who I am, what this show is all about, and why movies and TV aren’t just entertainment — they’re conversation starters. I dive into two of the most talked-about new releases: BOB TREVINO LIKES IT (now streaming on Hulu) and …

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Behind the Camera with DAVID BOWEN: Surfing, Hawaii, Storytelling, and Two Emmys Later 1:10:00

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Send us a text In this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, I welcome one of my best pals from college and (now) an award-winning director, David Bowen, a surfer turned Emmy-winning filmmaker -- for a deep dive into his career capturing the raw beauty of surfing and ocean culture from a life well-lived. David shares stories from the shores of the…

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FINDING NICOLE: Director & Producer Harley Wallen on Telling a Survivor's Story 1:22:45

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, I sit down with award-winning independent filmmaker Harley Wallen to discuss his latest film, FINDING NICOLE — the harrowing true story of domestic abuse survivor Nicole Beverley, whose story was featured on CNN’s INSIDE with Chris Cuomo (Season 2, episode 4 titled "Til Death Do…

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Undefeated, Undisputed Heavyweight Boxer Oleksander Usyk's Discipline over Motivation and the Films That Prove It! 44:43

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Send us a text In this episode, I reflect on Oleksander Usyk’s recent historic unification win and his powerful post-fight message: “Discipline is more important than motivation.” As a longtime boxing fan, I break down what makes Usyk such a rare and remarkable fighter — not just in talent, but in mindset. Then, I pivot from the ring to the screen,…

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MIKE FERGUSON Unfiltered: Inside Hollywood's Hardest-Working Independent Movie Star 57:54

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Send us a text In this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, I sit down with MIKE FERGUSON, one of the most relentlessly hardest-working actors in Hollywood. With over 185 film and television credits -- dozens more in pre- and post- production -- Mike has carved out a prolific career in the world of independent and direct-to-streaming cinema -- in…

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Freedom, Flicks, and Frustration: From Medicaid to Movies, a 4th of July to Remember 40:56

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Send us a text In this special July 4th weekend episode, I start with something a little different. While I usually keep this podcast focused on the worlds of film and television, I couldn’t ignore the very real-world news that broke over the holiday: a deeply concerning piece of legislation signed into law by President Trump that slashes Medicaid …

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From Script to Screen: Michael Smallwood and Elizabeth Caddy on their film TONIGHT AND MAYBE TOMORROW 1:24:01

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Send us a text In this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, I welcome back returning guest and producer Elizabeth Caddy, alongside writer/director Michael Smallwood, to discuss their powerful new independent film TONIGHT AND MAYBE TOMORROW. As the project gears up for its film festival debut, Elizabeth and Michael share the film’s origin story — …

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28 YEARS LATER: Why Most American Audiences Don't Get It 39:36

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Send us a text Danny Boyle and Alex Garland return to the world of rage-fueled devastation with 28 YEARS LATER— but not everyone is on board. In this episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast, I break down why this new entry in the viral horror trilogy has divided American audiences, and why that might be exactly the point. This isn’t just a zombie fli…

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Watching Films With My Two Dads and 25 of the Greatest Films About Fatherhood! 38:07

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Send us a text In this special Father’s Day episode, I reflect on the powerful role movies have played in my relationships with both of my fathers—my dad and my stepdad. From Saturday matinees to unforgettable movie nights, I share the films that bonded us, shaped us, and stuck with me for life. I also present my curated list of the 25 greatest fil…

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From Bangkok to Hollywood: Discussing Tony Jaa's THE PROTECTOR with Actress/Producer Patty Srisuwan 1:12:23

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Send us a text In this episode, host Joe Curdy welcomes Thai actress and producer Patty Srisuwan for a high-energy conversation on the groundbreaking 2005 martial arts film The Protector, starring Tony Jaa. A longtime friend of director Prachya Pinkaew, Patty brings insider knowledge and heartfelt insight into the film’s production, its cultural si…

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BRING HER BACK: The Philippou Brothers Just Traumatized Me (Again)! 34:29

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Send us a text In this pulse-pounding episode, I dive deep into BRING HER BACK, the chilling new horror film from Michael and Daniel Philippou—the twisted minds behind Talk to Me. I’ll break down what makes this film so relentlessly terrifying, from its psychological tension to its visceral scares, and why it cements the Philippou brothers as moder…

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The Spark & the Flame: Performance, Politics & ANDOR with Dr. Bob Beshere 1:14:19

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Send us a text In this episode, host Joe Curdy is joined by actor and content creator Dr Bob Beshere for a deep dive into ANDOR the acclaimed Disney+ series that redefined Star Wars storytelling. Together, they explore the show's rich political themes, its grounded and complex characters, and the powerful performances that elevate it beyond typical…

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'Never stop. Never stop fighting till the fighting is done!' Drawing Inspiration from ANDOR to DePalma's THE UNTOUCHABLES 31:08

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Send us a text Life is frequently unfair and comeuppance, justice, accountability, fairness -- are all too often not achieved. Tune in to hear why it matters to never give up, why it is the duty of everyone who loves justice and equality to continue fighting even in the face of failure. From the recent ANDOR to Brian DePalma's 1987 crime thriller T…

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Discussing the MCU's THUNDERBOLTS*, CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD, and Netflix's Surprise Hit From Argentina -- THE ETERNAUT! 33:17

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Send us a text Welcome Back to this week's latest episode -- where I review and discuss (spoiler-free) the latest Marvel Comics Universe's THUNDERBOLTS* -- which is currently enjoying tremendous success for all the right reasons. I also share my support for Netflix's surprise hit from Argentina -- THE ETERNAUT -- which has just been greenlit for a …

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VAL KILMER's Amazing Film Career, With Film Critic Adam Kromachou - Pt. 2 of 2 1:15:27

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Send us a text In Part 2 of this 2-part podcast with my guest, film critic Adam Kromachou of Sunset Loner Cinema -- discusses with Joe the Six Best Films of Val Kilmer's career. The selected films are: TOP SECRET! (1984) THE DOORS (1991) TOMBSTONE (1993) HEAT (1995) THE GHOST AND THE DARKNESS (1996) THE SAINT (1997) With such a respected film corpu…

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Film Critic Adam Kromachou on Coogler's SINNERS & Jeff Bridges Drops a Wild THE BIG LEBOWSKI Fan-Theory In-Person on Your Host! — Pt. 1 35:27

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Send us a text In Part 1 of this two-part series, film critic and content creator Adam Kromachou of Sunset Loner Cinema joins the show to break down Ryan Coogler’s bold new film SINNERS and I unpack a mind-bending fan theory about THE BIG LEBOWSKI -- with audio I recorded from a recent in-person visit rom Jeff Bridges this past weekend in San Franc…

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Shakespearean Roots: A Journey from the RSC to Today with Hannah Young 1:08:19

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Send us a text To commemorate Shakespeare's 461st Birthday, I am very happy to bring on to the Fixate & Binge Podcast, HANNAH YOUNG, a native of Stratford-on-Avon, the home of Shakespeare. Hannah is a classically trained actress who has performed extensively with the Royal Shakespeare Company over several seasons in her career. She features as Lady…

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Why Binge-Watching HBO MAX's 2025 Medical Drama THE PITT is the Best Way to Experience the Show! 30:33

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Send us a text Welcome back to this week's episode of The Fixate & Binge Podcast! In this episode, I offer my defense of why binging is sometimes the BEST way to experience a show and there is no better opportunity than now to fully enjoy HBO MAX's runaway medical drama hit -- THE PITT starring ER's Noah Wylie. Trust me -- there is simply no better…

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HELL OF A SUMMER Review — When Great Horror Ideas Go Wrong! 29:30

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Send us a text Welcome Back to this week's episode of the Fixate & Binge Podcast. In this episode, I explain the tremendously unfortunate podcast recording that was lost like tears in the rain due to faulty recording software that failed me at the worst possible moment. Still, there is much to love (I hope) in this week's episode where I review the…

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TPD: Ryan Day doesn't slow down CJ Hicks hype train, Ohio State quarterbacks on track 21:47

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Welcome to a Talking Tuesday on THE Podcast Daily as Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham react to the things they heard from Ryan Day at Ohio State on Monday. Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and receive your first two weeks free. #OhioStateFootball #bigtenfootb…

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It's Time for TV Commercials at the Cinema to Go, and Apple TV's THE STUDIO is a Comedy Gem! 33:46

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Send us a text Your time is money and watching commercials at the cinema for up to 30-minutes before your movie begins is incentivizing theatergoers to opt to stay home, avoid the ads, and just get on with their viewing experience! Cinema chains need to meet their patrons halfway -- and back Connecticut State Senator Martin Looney's proposed bill n…

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THE Live Show: Ohio State quarterback mindset, pass rush roles and line issues to sort out 48:14

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Ohio State is halfway through spring football and a number of key position battles are shaping up for Ryan Day and his Buckeyes. That's one of the primary topics on THE Live Show at Roosters restaurant on Henderson Road in Columbus as THE Podcast is joined by former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick for a fun, casual conversation …

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TPD: Ohio State embarks on big week of spring football with key evaluations ahead for Buckeyes 23:02

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We're at the halfway point of spring football and things are starting to take shape for Ohio State as the Buckeyes continue to work on sorting out a number of key position battles. On THE Podcast Daily for Monday, March 31, THE Podcast is interested in learning more about that from Ryan Day and his coaches with a pivotal week ahead. Want to talk ev…

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24Ever: Gee Scott Jr. talks up-and-down Ohio State career, national championship run, faith and more 35:21

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Welcome to the next episode of 24Ever, the stories of the Ohio State national championship run, presented by Axia Time, LLC., the official time piece of the College Football Playoff. Today's guest is Gee Scott, a former five-star wide receiver recruits who's Ohio State career didn't always go the way he wanted but it ended with a national champions…

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Snap Judgments: Ohio State linebackers, safeties growing into new spots, excelling for Buckeyes 16:39

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Ohio State linebackers and tight ends met with the media on Thursday afternoon in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center and the impressive group left a big impression on THE Podcast’s Austin Ward and Bill Landis. They discussed that on the latest episode of Snap Judgments. Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to …

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TPD: Marvin Harrison Jr on returning to Ohio State for Buckeyes pro day, life in the NFL and more 19:32

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Ohio State legend and 2023 Biletnikoff Award winner Marvin Harrison Jr sits down with THE Podcast Daily to talk about the Buckeyes latest pro day efforts, his first year in the NFL and more with Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham. Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and receiv…

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Kings of Columbus: What are Ohio State's Natty vibes this season? | Favorite Buckeye Sweet Sixteen 1:07:39

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A year ago, Ohio State's Natty or Bust talk started in the spring, spoken by their own players. With a national championship banner hanging in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, what are the national championship vibes around the 2025 Buckeyes? On this King of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis surveyed fans on how a national title last season…

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TPD: Handful of Ohio State NFL hopefuls have big opportunity to impress NFL at Buckeyes Pro Day 16:39

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Wednesday is the day that a number of recently departed Ohio State stars have been working for their whole life as the Buckeyes hit Pro Day at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. THE Podcast is talking about that. Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and receive your first two we…

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Birminology: Buckeyes offensive line commitments Max Riley, Sam Greer, Tucker Smith talk Ohio State verbals 15:24

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Ohio State has added three offensive line commitments in the last two weeks and the trio of Maxwell Riley, Sam Greer and Tucker Smith are the latest guests on Birminology with Jeremy Birmingham.By Austin Ward, Bill Landis, Jeremy Birmingham, Doug Lesmerises

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Snap Judgments: Ohio State, Larry Johnson working through depth, confident in roster's ability 15:28

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Ohio State defensive line coach Larry Johnson and a handful of his current defensive linemen met with the media on Tuesday afternoon and following the press conference THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham shared some thoughts on what they took away from the day's discussions. Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text…

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TPD: Brian Hartline takes reins of Ohio State offense with confidence, complementary pieces in place 23:34

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It's Talking Tuesday on THE Podcast Daily with Bill Landis and Austin Ward giving their takeaways from Monday's Ohio State press conference and some insight into their Tuesday questions for Larry Johnson and the Buckeyes defensive line. Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and…