Best Merkin Podcasts (2026)

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I’m not just the president of the merkin society, I’m also a client 2:32:10

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9d ago2:32:10

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Merry Christmas and whatever else you wanna say during the holiday season; at AFE we respect your celebratory traditions. It’s that time of year again (The Answers for Everything, Christmas Eve, drunken recording). This show was recorded on Christmas Eve 2025 and then hastily edited for all the Knowitalls to enjoy. Listed below are some conversatio…

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Must-Have Merkins, Milk Meltdowns & Merry Mayhem 53:12

20d ago53:12

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Must-Have Merkins, Milk Meltdowns & Merry Mayhem Scheana and Kiki close out 2025 with equal parts heartbreak and humor, unpacking the year’s biggest pop culture moments — from Kim Kardashian’s merkins and Katy Perry’s space performance to the Coldplay kiss-cam couple, KPop Demon Hunters’ domination, and the tragic events occurring this week with th…

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Phil Nevin’s Under-the-Radar Effect on the White Sox 38:49

19h ago38:49

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Chuck Garfien is joined by former #1 pick and current White Sox Special Assistant of Player Development Phil Nevin for a wide-ranging conversation on his baseball career and his role with the White Sox. Nevin looks back on his playing days, reflects on what it was like sharing a clubhouse with Tony Gwynn, and offers his perspective on Shohei Ohtani…

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It’s all gonna work out 51:29

3d ago51:29

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Hello Knowitalls and thank you for joining the hosts for another episode of the Answers for Everything Podcast. Listed below are some conversation highlights from this episode. Josh and Mr. Clay talk a little bit about buffet restaurant Josh learns a phrase in German that describes him perfectly Clay shares a news story about God working miracles t…

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01/03 New Year New Chicago White Sox Mentality 46:47

3d ago46:47

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Jeff Meller dives into the new approach the Chicago White Sox and the excitement that is building up for the 2026 season. Jeff then reacts to White Sox's Director of International Scouting, David Keller comments about this offseason for the Sox. Can the White Sox have the best farm system in the next couple of years? Jeff debates that on White Sox …

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The Tipless Horseman 1:02:32

5d ago1:02:32

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Hello Knowitalls and thank you for joining the hosts for another episode of the Answers for Everything Podcast. Listed below are some conversation highlights from this episode. The show starts with talk about current TV show and movie watching The hosts play a round of the 5 movie guessing game “Would you rather?” choices get made A news story abou…

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Uglee Truth 726: Twenty 25, Chin Skin and Vacation Beard 43:22

5d ago43:22

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The holidays are coming to an end so we wanted to get one more show in before the new year. We do a quick review of our 2025 plus some resolutions for 2026. Have an amazing - and safe - New Year HUgs. Enjoy the show and we'll see ya on the other side!By Uglee Sisters Podcasting

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DEEP DIVE: HEATED RIVALRY 1:30:48

8d ago1:30:48

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We came to the cottage... and our lives changed forever. This episode me and my gay bff Connor (@connorxbowman) do a deep dive into the best show ever created. I am of course talking about the gay hockey romance sensation that is known as Heated Rivalry. I mention several times in this episode that this show has changed my body chemistry, and I ass…

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Coming to America: Japan reacts to Munetaka Murakami signing with the White Sox 40:48

7d ago40:48

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On this week’s episode, Chuck Garfien sits down with Yuri Karasawa of World Baseball Network and Yakyu Cosmopolitan for an in-depth conversation about Japanese superstar Munetaka Murakami and what he brings to the White Sox. Karasawa provides context on baseball in Japan and the NPB landscape, while breaking down Murakami’s fame, reputation, and hi…

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Inside the signing of Munetaka Murakami with David Keller 14:24

8d ago14:24

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On this week’s episode, Chuck Garfien sits down with David Keller who runs international scouting for the White Sox to go behind the scenes of the signing of Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami. Keller breaks down what went into landing Murakami and why his special power made him a must-have target. The conversation also dives into who Murakami is a…

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12/27 White Sox Sign Munetaka Murakami 45:07

10d ago45:07

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Jeff Meller goes into the White Sox signing Japanese star player, Munetaka Murakami. Jeff goes into the role Murakami will have on this White Sox team. Plus a live look at Murakami's first press conference as a member of the Chicago White Sox team.

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New Ghoul in School: 2025 Bad Boy Blitz 52:52

11d ago52:52

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Wow we're back! And just in time for 2026. We recount all the bad boys of the last year and award our most coveted prize: Bad Boy of 2025! Other topics include Couple of the Year, Death of Year, 2026 Death Predictions and more! CW: Charlie Kirk, Katy Perry & Justin Trudeau, Poop Cruise.By Julia Davidovich & Zoë Klar

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His heart wasn’t the only thing that grew 3 sizes that night 1:09:52

12d ago1:09:52

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Merry Christmas, happy holidays, happy Hanukkah or whatever phrase that you would like to use to celebrate today. That’s right Knowitalls, this is the Christmas Day episode where you sit around the house with the family (kids, grandparents and neighbors) and all enjoy some wonderful entertainment from the Answers for Everything podcast. Is it famil…

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MOVIE NIGHT: LOVE, ACTUALLY & HOME ALONE 1:05:45

13d ago1:05:45

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What exactly is love? Well, apparently it consists of workplace infidelity, HR violations, language barriers, and confessing your infatuation to your best friend's wife via cue cards. Yes! This episode me and my girl Olivia Krauss (@oliviakrauss) discuss not only the morally corrupt film Love, Actually (2003) but also the timeless classic, Home Alo…

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Munetaka Murakami on His Fit With the Sox and Breaking Down the Signing With Chris Getz 22:36

14d ago22:36

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On a jam-packed episode, Chuck Garfien brings you inside one of the White Sox’s biggest offseason moves. He opens with GM Chris Getz, who takes us behind the scenes of the signing of Murakami, what he brings to the lineup and the fan base, the potential international impact, and why the Sox are confident they can help him adjust to the majors and t…

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The Sarlacc sandwich 43:31

16d ago43:31

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Hello Knowitalls and thank you for joining the hosts for another episode of the Answers for Everything Podcast. Listed below are some conversation highlights from this episode. The show hits the ground running with some talk about Jalapeno seeds The boys discuss a news story about a Belgium police officer The hosts play a round of the 5 movie guess…

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12/20 Will Venable's NEW Coaching Staff For Next Season 44:40

18d ago44:40

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Jeff starts off the show getting you excited for Bears vs Packers on Saturday night. Jeff then breaks down the Chicago White Sox bringing on former MLB big leaguer & now field coordinator for the Chicago White Sox, Chris Denorfia. Jeff reacts to all the moves made by the White Sox this offseason.

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ROB REINER, DIDDY DOC, THE BEAST IN ME, THE HOUSEMAID 1:13:30

19d ago1:13:30

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Just when you think things can't get nay more bleak... they do! Yes, we have more unfortunate news. Sadly, we have lost yet another Hollywood icon with the passing of Rob Reiner. Also, to add insult to injury, he was allegedly stabbed to death by his own son alongside his wife. It's not exactly the type of surprise we like to receive during the hol…

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Breaking Down Top Draft Prospect Roch Cholowsky with John Savage 35:22

17d ago35:22

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Chuck Garfien is joined by UCLA head baseball coach John Savage for an in-depth conversation about one of the White Sox’ top draft prospects, Roch Cholowsky. Savage explains why Roch chose UCLA, details the impact he had on the Bruins’ turnaround, and projects what kind of major leaguer Roch could become. They also discuss Roch’s mindset as a poten…

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I’m Mr. Joyful and that’s saying something 1:34:15

19d ago1:34:15

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Hello Knowitalls and thank you for joining the hosts for another episode of the Answers for Everything Podcast. Listed below are some conversation highlights from this episode. Russian mysterious mountain adventures are discussed Alaskan cemetery with Russians buried in it Charlie Ray shares a story about how he became friends with his silent handj…

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MOVIE NIGHT: CAROL & CHRISTMAS VACATION 1:10:12

21d ago1:10:12

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Nothing says Christmas like forbidden sapphic love in the 1950s! Well, at least thats how I feel. Tune into this special Holiday episode where me and my cinephile bestie, Marcus Cole (@marcus_t_cole), unpack Carol (2015) and *National Lampoon's* Christmas Vacation (1989). Sure, some may argue that the former is not a proper Christmas film, but it t…

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Uglee Truth 725: Tiramisu, Rewatchers and Personal Cheese 38:29

20d ago38:29

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We're heartbroken but wanted to honor Rob Reiner on this episode. He did so many of our favorite movies so we share some memories and movie lines. Speaking of movies... we also share some of our top 100 movies that we'll watch again and again. Plus, Jamie lays down les règles du fromage and we discuss how people are drinking less alcohol than they …

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My character has a nice rack 1:13:51

24d ago1:13:51

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Hello Knowitalls and thank you for joining the hosts for another episode of the Answers for Everything Podcast. Listed below are some conversation highlights from this episode. Lexi (a dear friend of the show) joins the AFE podcast from her bathtub A news story about a fake lawyer winning all of his cases Charlie Ray re-visits his Great Grandfather…

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12/13: We're Number One! 44:57

25d ago44:57

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Jeff Meller discusses the White Sox future after winning the MLB Draft Lottery this week, earning the #1 pick in the 2026 amateur draft.. Plus, ESPN MLB reporter Jesse Rogers joins the show to debate how the consensus top pick can change throughout the year. And, We hear from the newest Sox hurler Anthony Kay.…

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MORE HEATED RIVALRY, ALL'S FAIR ANAL, MOTHER MARY, SPOTIFY WRAPPED 57:10

26d ago57:10

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Do I need God and religion? No! Why would I when I have Heated Rivalry?! Yes, I'm back again talking about the best show of all time that centers around secretive gay hockey romance. Also, congrats to us on the recent news that the show has been renewed for a second season! We really cannot get enough of the hockey butts. In addition to the new Hea…

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Heather Gay On Surviving Mormonism, Marriage & Meredith’s In-Flight Behavior 1:01:34

27d ago1:01:34

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This week, Scheana and Brock sit down with Heather Gay to unpack her powerful new docuseries Surviving Mormonism. Heather shares how the project came to life, how being a “Bad Mormon” has impacted her business and personal relationships, and the legal threats she’s faced—even from within her own family. She and Brock compare their experiences growi…

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She's bangable 47:08

27d ago47:08

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Hello Knowitalls and thank you for joining the hosts for another episode of the Answers for Everything Podcast. Listed below are some conversation highlights from this episode. The show starts with a listener question about anatomy Retro Taco Bell and Subway menu items are discussed Charlie Ray talks about the new Taco place he found called “Taco C…

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Day 3 of the Winter Meetings: Chris Getz, Jonathan Mayo, Sean McAdam & Scott Boras 30:20

26d ago30:20

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On the final day of the Winter Meetings, Chuck Garfien closes things out with a loaded lineup of conversations. He starts with White Sox GM Chris Getz, diving into the outfielder market and how the Sox are approaching it. Chuck then chats with MLB.com draft expert Jonathan Mayo for an early read on the 2026 draft class. MassLive.com’s Sean McAdam s…

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Day 2 of the Winter Meetings: Chris Getz, Mike Shirley & Harold Baines 23:02

27d ago23:02

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The White Sox win the Draft Lottery! Chuck Garfien reacts to the White Sox landing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. He speaks with GM Chris Getz about how securing the top selection reshapes the organization’s long-term plans. Chuck then catches up with White Sox scouting director Mike Shirley, who breaks down what this opportunity mea…

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Uglee Truth 724: Hospital Holiday, Golden Globes and Best Friends 40:34

28d ago40:34

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Let's just say that we cooked a full Thanksgiving meal but not until three days after Turkey Day. Listen and find out why we spent the holiday in the hospital. Plus we discuss the Golden Globe nominees, tying one on at a holiday party and much more. Thanks for hanging with us during our therapy session!…

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Day 1 of the Winter Meetings: Chris Getz, Will Venable & A.J. Pierzynski 31:19

28d ago31:19

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Chuck Garfien checks in from the MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando, where he’s on site all week getting the inside scoop on the White Sox. He asks GM Chris Getz for the latest on Luis Robert Jr. Chuck then catches up with manager Will Venable, who shares what the young and confident Sox are telling him about their expectations for next season and how …

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You seem to have answers for everything 43:02

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Hello Knowitalls and thank you for joining the hosts for another episode of the Answers for Everything Podcast. Listed below are some conversation highlights from this episode. The show starts with Genealogy on Smurfs Josh takes the boys through the Family tree of Donald Duck A round of “The 5 movie guessing game” is played Judd Apatow films are di…

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12/6: Jack Ankony 44:36

1M ago44:36

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Jeff Meller is joined by Sports Illustrated's Jack Ankony to break down the White Sox offseason. Will they move on from Luis Robert? Plus, what does Anthony Kay add to the Sox rotation for 2026?

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WICKED: FOR GOOD, HEATED RIVALRY, TRUMP BLEW BUBBA, CRAZY KAREN 59:54

1M ago59:54

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I have been changed FOR GOOD... after watching two bubble butt hockey players immerse themselves in a secret s€x partnership! The new erotic series, Heated Rivalry, has not only taken over the internet, but also my twisted mind. Who knew that closeted gay (bi?) men on ice are exactly what I need to calm my nerves on a Friday night. Before I get int…

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Wicked Witches, Vanilla Villains, & Late-Life Lesbians 53:29

1M ago53:29

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This week, Scheana and Kiki Monique are back in the studio—and truly all over the place. They react to a study suggesting straight men may be gayer than they let on, weigh in on the debate around men dominating female spaces, unpack golden-child dynamics, pet cloning, hookup culture, and the wild phenomenon of fans diagnosing medical conditions fro…

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The 5 movie guessing game 46:14

1M ago46:14

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Hello Knowitalls and thank you for joining the hosts for another episode of the Answers for Everything Podcast. Listed below are some conversation highlights from this episode. The show starts off with a game of “ Fuck, Marry, Kill” A news story about a pumpkin mystery is told by Charlie Ray The boys talk briefly about the current TV shows they are…

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10 Burning Questions with Scott Merkin 46:50

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Chuck Garfien is joined by MLB.com’s White Sox beat writer Scott Merkin for a deep dive into the biggest storylines of the Sox offseason. Chuck puts Scott on the spot with 10 Burning Questions—from what the White Sox might do at the Winter Meetings to who will be playing first base, third base, and right field on Opening Day 2026. They discuss pote…

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That’s a great way to end this episode 29:44

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Hello Knowitalls and thank you for joining the hosts for another episode of the Answers for Everything Podcast. Listed below are some conversation highlights from this episode. Mr. Clay shares news about farting inside a Floridian Dollar General Christopher Walken joins the show for a threesome Charlie Ray describes his ideal woman The hosts learn …

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11/29: James Fegan 43:36

1M ago43:36

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Jack McGrath fills in for Jeff Meller to discuss the White Sox offseason.. What does the catcher position look like next year? Plus, Sox Machine's James Fegan joins the show to talk offseason, the new coaching staff, and more!

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I can’t tell if you’re frozen or pretending to be frozen 36:38

1M ago36:38

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Hello Knowitalls and thank you for joining the hosts for another episode of the Answers for Everything Podcast. Listed below are some conversation highlights from this episode. News story about a missing car in Germany Charlie Ray learns about Russian salads Listener question about car sex, tears for lube and fishing We learn about Charlie Ray’s da…

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Chanel Ayan Is a Queen. Period. Dot. 52:47

1M ago52:47

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This week, Chanel Ayan joins Scheana for a conversation that is equal parts glam, grounded, and absolutely unhinged in the best way. They dish on some of Chanel’s most viral moments from BravoCon (like accidentally matchmaking Paige DeSorbo with one of ex Craig’s Southern Charm cast members), and she proves once again why she’s reality TV gold. The…

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Uglee Truth 723: Landlines, For Good and Double Lives 38:40

1M ago38:40

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You ever wish phones weren't mobile anymore? Jamie does. Plus, we see Wicked: For Good, debate what's for dinner and wonder what it would be like if women lived double lives. Enjoy the show and HAPPY THANKSGIVING!By Uglee Sisters Podcasting

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White Sox Offseason Predictions with Connor McKnight and Brooke Fletcher 52:00

1M ago52:00

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Chuck Garfien is joined by White Sox reporters Connor McKnight and Brooke Fletcher for a wide-ranging look at the White Sox offseason, breaking down the team’s latest roster moves following the non-tender deadline. They dig into which free agents could fit the Sox’s needs, from infield help to pitching, and what type of veteran leader might make se…

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There’s easier and better ways not to get scurvy 1:06:25

1M ago1:06:25

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Hello Knowitalls and thank you for joining the hosts for another episode of the Answers for Everything Podcast. Listed below are some conversation highlights from this episode. The show starts with Mr. Clay giving his review of Tron: Ares Josh talks about going to a movie and being served a full meal Clay teaches Josh about Unit 731 from WW2 Greta …

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11/21: Chris Getz & Scott Merkin 43:12

2M ago43:12

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White Sox General Manager Chris Getz meets the media to discuss Fraser Ellard's retirement, Luis Robert's role next season, and more! Plus, MLB Insider Scott Merkin recaps the GM meetings in Las Vegas, and his wager on whether or not Luis Robert will be in a Sox uniform come opening..