Best Super Awesome Mix Podcasts (2025)

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Basslines and Backstories: July's Must-Hear Music 32:33

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Matt and Sam share their carefully curated selection of new music for July, featuring unreleased Bruce Springsteen tracks, genre-bending collaborations, and high-energy summer anthems. Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/sam-new-music-july-2025/pl.u-z6lXtGxoYJ • Bruce Springsteen's "Unsatisfied Heart" from his newly released Tracks 2 c…

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England leave it very late but Euro 2025 final beckons: Football Weekly 50:28

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Max Rushden, Nicky Bandini, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan, Nooruddean Choudry and Nick Ames discuss England reaching the Euros final. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Why Most People Quit Before They Succeed — And How You Can Be Different 14:24

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You and 10 others start a 30-day content challenge, but only one of you makes it past day 30. Why do so many give up, and what separates those who succeed? Sam shares his personal stories of starting projects, facing doubts, and the raw truth about manifestation—it’s not enough to just visualize your dreams. The key is showing up every day, doing t…

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England in the semi-finals and Manchester United’s infamous five – Football Weekly 51:04

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Max Rushden is joined by Lucy Ward, Jonathan Wilson and Philippe Auclair as the Euro 2025 semi-finals are decided and Manchester United try to move on unwanted players. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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WAYLT Best Of: The Forward Theory with Taylor from My First Marathon Podcast 36:31

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This week it's an episode from what was Super Awesome You but is now The Forward Theory where Sam sits down with Taylor S from My First Marathon Podcast, and they talk about motivation, drive, overcoming challenges during those long training blocks, and the power of words and community in helping get over the hump. You can find Taylor's podcast her…

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WFW: Berger’s brilliance denies France and Spain march on – Football Weekly 1:04:49

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Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzy Wrack, Sophie Downey and Tim Stillman to review two epic quarter-finals and preview the semi-finals.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Summer Stories: Uncovering the Wisdom of Jesus' Parables - Week One: The Parable of Two Sons 44:57

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The parable was one of the most powerful and effective teaching tools employed by Jesus during his ministry. Many of his profound and seemingly complicated messages found comprehension among the most unsophisticated listeners when Jesus addressed them with parables.By CCSR

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WFW: England victorious after shootout chaos and Italy stun Norway – Football Weekly 54:03

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Faye Carruthers is joined by Tom Garry, Marva Kreel and Jonathan Liew to relive England’s dramatic shootout win and Italy’s late heroics. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Are You Waiting for Motivation to Start? Here’s What Really Works 11:05

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Motivation is a blip. It gets you rolling, but it won’t carry you across the finish line. Learn why falling in love with the process—not the outcome—is the key to lasting progress. Are you stuck waiting for the perfect spark of motivation before you start that new project or habit? Sam breaks down why motivation alone won’t carry you through the ha…

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Welcome To The Forward Theory 0:48

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Movement builds confidence. Confidence builds momentum. Momentum gives you more confidence. It all starts with action! You can find more of the show's content here: Substack Newsletter TikTok Instagram Support the show If today’s episode resonated, you’ll love my weekly newsletter. Subscribe here for free: https://theforwardtheory.substack.com/…

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Chelsea champions of the world while England send Wales packing at Euros – Football Weekly 55:01

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Max Rushden is joined by John Brewin, Robyn Cowen and Dan Bardell as Chelsea win the Club World Cup and rampant England book a Euro 2025 quarter-final against Sweden. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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WAYLT Best Of: Celebrating 40: A Musical Journey of Reflection, Growth, and New Beginnings 31:05

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Turning 40 is more than just a number—it's a celebration of the journey so far and the promise of what's to come. As Sam embraces this milestone birthday, he shares with Matt and the listeners a specially curated music mix that captures the essence of this new chapter. He begins with Logic's "Hallelujah," which echoes the importance of keeping an o…

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The Bible: A Book of Rules or Wisdom? - Week Four: Good News: The Bible is diverse 44:01

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The Good News is that the Bible isn't the work of a single voice or author, but a diverse, Spirit-breathed library of wisdom. Its very humanity is what makes it believable and trustworthy—because through all its voices, it points to one hope: Jesus.By CCSR

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Mixtape Rewind: Pearl Jam: The Essential Guide 38:04

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This week's Mixtape Rewind takes you back to our first Intro mix ever, when Matt introduced Sam to Pearl Jam. Pearl Jam's music walks a fascinating tightrope—raw, energetic rock paired with profound, often dark storytelling. This episode takes you on a journey through their three-decade evolution, perfect for both newcomers and longtime fans wantin…

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PSG demolish Real Madrid, transfers and a proper England win – Football Weekly Extra 54:34

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Paul Watson and Tom Garry to discuss the Euros, Club World Cup and more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Chelsea into the Club World Cup final and England’s crunch Euro test – Football Weekly 54:54

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen, Jonathan Fadugba and Nick Ames as Chelsea progress to the Club World Cup final with a 2-0 win over Fluminense. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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What Storylines Are You Telling Yourself, and Are They Holding You Back? 13:06

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What if the biggest thing standing between you and your dreams is the story you tell yourself every day? Sam dives into how self-limiting beliefs can keep us stuck and shares his personal journey of rewriting his narrative—from thinking he could never finish something to realizing he can do hard things. Discover practical ways to challenge the stor…

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A Diogo Jota tribute – Football Weekly 57:37

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Mark Langdon to pay tribute to Diogo Jota and Suzy Wrack joins from Zurich after England lose their opening game of Euro 2025. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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WAYLT Best Of: The Battle Season 2 Bonus Episode!! 32:49

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Matt and Jenn are back one last time to give you some additional details about some of the true crimes and criminals featured this season. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/55sxskmVAwH2JFDhu4wu8l?si=d797031078e04d79 Subscribe today to check out both seasons of the Battle and to be the first to find out about season 3!! 1. Shankill Butchers - The De…

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The Bible: A Book of Rules or Wisdom? - Week Three: Clear and Confusing 45:29

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What if the Bible wasn't meant to give you all the answers—but to help you walk in wisdom? Join us for a sermon series that explores what the Bible really is (and isn't).By CCSR

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Transfers, Euro 2025 and Sheffield Wednesday in crisis: Football Weekly Extra 54:04

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sam Dalling, Sanny Rudravajhala and Tom Garry for a transfer round-up and the latest from Euro 2025 in Switzerland. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Musical Genius: Stevie Wonder's Journey 35:26

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Dive into the musical journey of a true American legend as Matt and Sam explore the extraordinary career of Stevie Wonder. From his groundbreaking beginnings as "Little Stevie Wonder" at Motown Records to his status as one of music's most influential figures, this episode celebrates the artist who transformed popular music across six decades. The h…

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Manchester City out of the Club World Cup and Euro 2025 kicks off - Football Weekly 52:39

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Nedum Onuoha and Suzy Wrack to discuss the Club World Cup and the Women’s Euros. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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[Repost] How do you make yourself unstoppable? (aka the power of mantras and why I think they work) 9:03

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Happy 1st of July everyone! I'm taking this week off for the holiday, will be back soon with new episodes! Please enjoy one of the most popular episodes of the show and keep on being super awesome! This week we tackle mantras, and why I think they can totally work at helping you achieve your goals. I also talk about the importance of believing in y…

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Lightning at the Club World Cup, U21 glory and the Women’s Euros – Football Weekly 56:25

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Max Rushden is joined by Seb Hutchinson, John Brewin and Dan Bardell to discuss Club World Cup chaos, England’s U21s triumph, the Women’s Euros in Switzerland. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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WAYLT Best Of: From Nowhere to Nothing's Joel Bouchard (and Jenn!) talk Songs that get them Thinking 29:28

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Host of the philosphy podcast, From Nowhere to Nothing, Joel Bouchard joins Jenn Tully to talk about songs that get them thinking! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1lAF1IQSjuhvCH3ymzOEaz?si=c3beae69e11a4d37 1. Ordinary Guy - Toro y Moi 2. Superunknown - Soundgarden 3. Both Sides Now - Joni Mitchell 4. Map of the Problematique - Muse…

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Baptism Sunday: Church on the Beach 29:12

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In this special episode, we celebrate Community Church’s first-ever Church on the Beach. With worship by the water and more than a dozen baptisms in the lake, it was a powerful morning of faith, community, and new beginnings.By CCSR

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Mixtape Rewind: Our Motivation Fuel from 2023! 35:11

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In this week's mixtape rewind, we revisit our motivation mix from the start of 2023, still able to get you going for your 2025 goals. The motivation mix takes listeners through different facets of achievement, starting with Jamiroquai's "Canned Heat" and its message about releasing your inner fire. We explore self-confidence through DJ Khaled and D…

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The Audio Long Read: Extremely loud and incredibly scouse: how Jamie Carragher conquered football punditry 46:06

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Football coverage no longer stops after the final whistle. And in this new era, the former Liverpool defender reigns supreme By Kieran Morris. Read by Felipe Pacheco. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Revisited: Luton Town’s Manager Idol – Forgotten Stories of Football podcast 9:47

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Primetime TV would prove the inspiration for one of the most shambolic managerial appointments in football history. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Are you constantly telling yourself you'll do it tomorrow? 15:55

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Do you find yourself always saying, “I’ll do it tomorrow”? Sam dives into the powerful realization that the motivated, ready version of you only comes into being when you start today. Learn how to overcome procrastination born of fear, set small actionable steps, and turn intentions into real progress. If you want to break free from the endless “to…

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Is the Club World Cup actually … quite good? – Football Weekly podcast 53:31

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Will Unwin, Lars Sivertsen and Sid Lowe to talk transfers and Premier League fixtures. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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WAYLT Best Of: Patrick Tully, Jenn's husband, joins Jenn to talk Love Songs!! 28:54

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Patrick Tully, Jenn's husband, joins Jenn on the show this week just ahead of Valentine's Day to talk about love songs and some secrets to a long lasting relationship. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4VZkzZMHA581XoBIiuvfNU?si=b2c9095c7e7c4342 1. New Years Day by Taylor Swift 2. Babylon Sisters by Steely Dan 3. Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd 4. …

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The Bible: A Book of Rules or Wisdom? - Week Two: The Bible, Ancient. God's Wisdom, Timeless. 42:59

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What if the Bible wasn't meant to give you all the answers — but to help you walk in wisdom? Join us for a sermon series that explores what the Bible really is (and isn't).By CCSR

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From Post Animal to Bad Bunny: June's Musical Landscape 37:21

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Matt and Sam are back with their June new music mix, where nostalgia meets innovation in unexpected ways. The blurring of entertainment worlds takes center stage as we discover Post Animal's "Pie in the Sky," featuring Stranger Things actor Joe Keery who returned to his musical roots after the show's filming wrapped. This happy rock anthem sits alo…

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Revisited: Manchester United v Galatasaray, 1993 – Forgotten Stories of Football podcast 15:48

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In this episode: few had expected much from Galatasaray in the European Cup, but United were out of their depth on the pitch amid terrifying hostility and harassment off it. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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The Audio Long Read: ‘The Silicon Valley of turf’ – how the UK’s pursuit of the perfect pitch changed football 31:04

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They used to look like quagmires, ice rinks or dustbowls, depending on the time of year. But as big money entered football, pristine pitches became crucial to the sport’s image – and groundskeepers became stars. By William Ralston. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod…

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Are You Staying on the Journey Long Enough to See Results? 13:35

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Do you ever feel like quitting because you’re not seeing progress fast enough? Sam shares a powerful metaphor about riding the same bus route from a recent book he read (4000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals) where the first stops look the same no matter the destination to explain why patience and persistence are the keys to success. Learn how to…

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The Club World Cup kicks off and Thomas Frank in at Spurs - Football Weekly 56:21

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Mark Langdon as the Club World Cup commences and Thomas Frank is installed at Spurs. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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WAYLT Best Of: Super Awesome Mix's Matt Sidhom (and Jenn!) start off Season 6!! 23:58

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Matt Sidhom of the Super Awesome Mix Podcast Network and all of its shows joins Jenn Tully to kick off season 6 with some songs that are hot right now. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4K2l8LvpZgNH603rQ2SrG3?si=38b349c26d4941a0 1. Tweaker - Gelo 2. APT - Rose & Bruno Mars 3. Father Figure - George Michael 4. Forever Young - David Guetta, Alphavill…

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The Bible: A Book of Rules or Wisdom? - Week One: Certainty vs Wisdom 40:05

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What if the Bible wasn't meant to give you all the answers — but to help you walk in wisdom? Join us as we kick off a new series that explores what the Bible really is (and isn't).By CCSR

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Is football ready for the Club World Cup? Football Weekly Extra 56:36

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nick Ames and Paul Watson to look ahead to the Club World Cup which kicks off this weekend in the USA. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Mixtape Rewind: Pure Joy Volume 2! 30:41

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Music possesses an almost magical ability to transform our emotional state, and nowhere is this more evident than with songs deliberately crafted to elicit joy. On this episode of Super Awesome Mix, we're returning to a favorite theme with Pure Joy Mix Volume 2, featuring twelve tracks scientifically engineered to boost your mood and put an irresis…

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England made to suffer by Senegal and a Welsh thriller in Belgium – Football Weekly podcast 54:12

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Nedum Onuoha as Senegal become the first African country to beat the England men’s team. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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What Are the 3 Pillars Behind Every Self-Help Book? 14:58

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After a decade of reading countless self-help and personal development books, Sam reveals the three foundational principles that underpin them all: being present, showing up, and letting go. Dive into how mastering these pillars can bring calm, focus, and fulfillment to your journey. Whether you’re new to self-improvement or a seasoned reader, this…

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England’s grind, Nations League drama and Ange Postecoglou out at Spurs – Football Weekly 55:53

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, George Elek and Lars Sivertsen to discuss England’s laboured win over Andorra, the Nations League final and Ange Postecoglou’s Spurs exit. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Season 6 Finale! - Sam Abousalbi of Super Awesome Mix talks about his Latest Favorites! 28:29

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Sam Abousalbi of the Super Awesome Mix podcast network - host of both Super Awesome Mix and Super Awesome You - joins Jenn Tully to literally talk about what he's listening to lately. Jenn shares some of her new favorites too in the Season 6 finale. We'll have programming all summer and Jenn will be back for Season 7 in September! https://open.spot…

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Baptism: Sprinkle, Dip or Dunk? - Week Two: Why Water? 46:01

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The most confusing question for many believers considering being baptized is how being immersed in water in any way resembles the death and resurrection of Jesus, since neither of those events were water-related.By CCSR

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Dissecting Tuchel’s England squad and transfer talk – Football Weekly Extra podcast 58:31

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Paul Watson and Dan Bardell to discuss transfers and preview the international break. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Tori Norman Castillo of Kelzana Artist Management 47:30

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The first few minutes the audio might get choppy but it's fixed for the majority of the episode afterwards! Apologies for that. The moment Tori Norman Castillo quit her Wall Street job from an LAX terminal after attending the Grammys, she knew her path forward would be different. As co-founder of Kelzana Artist Management, she's now revolutionizing…