Best The Game Theorists Podcasts (2025)

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UNCHAINED: Most anticipated Minnesota Vikings season since when? 27:59

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What should Minnesota Vikings expect from JJ McCarthy; When has their been this much anticipation for a Vikings season; What are the Falcons going to do with Kirk Cousins and more on Reusse Unchained. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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HOWLS: What’s next for the Minnesota Timberwolves brand? 31:34

6h ago31:34

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Minnesota Timberwolves have a new CEO; What should the Timberwolves expect from the new CEO; Why the Timberwolves brand has to be polished; Plus, other Timberwolves plans and should the Timberwolves retire Ricky Rubio’s No. 9 jersey on Flagrant Howls with Mackey, Judd, and Dex. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy …

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Minnesota Twins predictions: Byron Buxton, Rocco Baldelli and more 35:36

9h ago35:36

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Minnesota Twins predictions involving Byron Buxton, Rocco Baldelli, and more; Plus other predictions involving the Vikings, Timberwolves, and more on Write That Down. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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JHS: How does Liam Ohgren work his way into Minnesota Wild lineup? 36:51

10h ago36:51

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Jessi Pierce oof Bardown Beauties and NHL.com joins the show to chat about the way Liam Ohgren gets more ice time with the Wild. How good of a training camp and preseason does he need? How is the Connor McDavid contract situation impacting Kirill Kaprizov's deal? Are you excited about more regular season games? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c…

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GOPHERS: Minnesota Golden Gophers pass first test; Drake Lindsey looks the part! 51:54

11h ago51:54

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The Minnesota Golden Gophers won their season opener against Buffalo and redshirt freshman quarterback Drake Lindsey looked solid in the win! His numbers would have looked better too if it wasn’t for a barrage of drops by Minnesota Golden Gophers receivers. More good news, the offensive line appeared to gel for the Gophers as the game went on too! …

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Can Trump Do Whatever He Wants? 12:55

23h ago12:55

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In an excerpt from this week’s Insider episode, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss President Donald Trump’s threats that he will deploy National Guard troops to major cities. Trump has already done this in Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles and has floated doing the same in Chicago, New York, and Baltimore. In the full episode, Preet and Joyce br…

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TWINS SHOW: Minnesota Twins pitcher David Festa is likely done for the year 18:04

24h ago18:04

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Minnesota Twins pitcher David Festa season is likely over; Festa's second season with the Twins ends in disappointment; How does Festa fit into the Twins plans in 2026; Plus the latest Twins roster news and more on the SKOR North Twins Show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#d…

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DOOGIE: Where Minnesota Vikings fall in the NFC North 24:32

1d ago24:32

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Where Minnesota Vikings fall in the NFC North with the Packers being the new favorites in the NFC North; Why Adam Thielen is a great addition for the Vikings; Injury updates for Vikings teammates Harrison Smith and Jalen Nailor; Plus, former Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr retires and more from Doogie on Purple Daily! See Privacy Policy at https://…

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TWINS SHOW -- PLOUFFE: Minnesota Twins need to fix their perception ASAP 43:51

1d ago43:51

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What are the Minnesota Twins playing for at this point in the season; Can the Twins fix their perception; Why the Twins need someone to be the face or the voice of what needs to be done; Plus who could the Twins lean on to fix things and more on the SKOR North Twins Show with Trevor Plouffe. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif…

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UNCHAINED: Why did they trade them all? 35:16

1d ago35:16

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Patrick has questions about the Vikings, finds great humor in Bill Belichick's first game as coach at North Carolina and wonders why the Twins didn't keep at least one of their top relievers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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FNAF, What is MXES? (Secret of the Mimic) 21:54

5h ago21:54

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Now that we have a definitive backstory for the Mimic, we now have the answers we’ve been dying to understand for years. What is the Mimic’s goal? What is the deal with MXES? Why was the lore of Security Breach so confusing in the first place? Join Game Theory Host Tom as he plummets down into the depths of Murray's Costume Manor to discover the RE…

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GOPHERS: Minnesota Golden Gophers deceptively DOMINATE in season opener! 44:36

5d ago44:36

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The Minnesota Golden are 1-0 behind the arm of Drake Lindsey and the legs of Darius Taylor. In our opinions the win was far more decisive than the final score indicated. BUT, what can the Minnesota Golden Gophers do to get better and what can they work on next week against and FCS opponent? It's Gophers 101 on SKOR North. See Privacy Policy at http…

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Minnesota Sports predictions: Gophers, Twins and more 31:35

5d ago31:35

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Minnesota Vikings are worth 6.25 billion according to Forbes; The Vikings are 21st among the 32 teams; Why the Wilf Family has received a great ROI since buying with the Vikings; How do the Vikings become more valuable and more on Purple Daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac…

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The Surfing Goat 41:58

5d ago41:58

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🐐🌊 Episode 25: The Surfing Goat. Marc finds himself reluctantly up to his neck in the Atlantic, Richard experiments with “glamping” (and sawdust toilets), and both stumble into lessons about midlife, resilience, and body confidence. 💛 We’re also supporting Stay Tuned this September with CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably). £12.20 funds a poten…

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TWINS SHOW: Minnesota Twins best 100 players of all time 50:06

6d ago50:06

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Minnesota Twins best 100 players of all time; Mackey has a list of the top Twins players; Trevor Plouffe cracks the list at No. 100; Things get spicy as the top 50 Twins players are announced; Plus more Twins news and a Random Twin of the Week and more on the SKOR North Twins Show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv…

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HOWLS: Minnesota Timberwolves GM Matt Lloyd discusses offseason plan 33:45

6d ago33:45

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Minnesota Timberwolves GM Matt Lloyd joins us from the Minnesota State Fair! Why Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is putting up shots in the offseason; How Timberwolves POBO Tim Connelly pulls off crazy trades; Why the Timberwolves believe in continuity and more Timberwolves takes on Flagrant Howls. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy …

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JHS: Will Kirill Kaprizov extension take even longer than expected? 43:25

6d ago43:25

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Jessi Pierce of Bardown Beauties and NHL.com joins the show to chat about the new timetable for a Kaprizov extension to get done and why some are thinking it goes deep into the season. When is the time to officially panic? Should the Wild starting thinking about extending Filip Gustavsson? Plus the Wild announced plans to celebrate their 25-year an…

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Everything You Know About FNAF is a LIE! 25:30

5d ago25:30

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Secret of the Mimic is here and it changes EVERYTHING! Our understanding of the books, the timeline, and the characters we’ve come to know and love over the last 11 years may have crumbled right before our eyes. Join Game Theory Host Tom as he puts the pieces back together.

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Raging Moderates: How Trump Could Win a Nobel Peace Prize (ft. Hillary Clinton) 1:11:39

6d ago1:11:39

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Preet's out this week, so we're excited to share an episode of Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov, which we think listeners of Stay Tuned will enjoy. We'll be back next week! Jessica Tarlov sits down for a wide-ranging conversation with Hillary Clinton to tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our time. They explore how…

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Can ANYONE Save Amanda the Adventurer? 15:15

7d ago15:15

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Can we still SAVE Amanda? Despite only having a demo for the 3rd installment, it tells us EVERYTHING about Amanda, her story of betrayal. Join Game Theory Host Tom as he tries to solve all the mystery behind this yet-to-be-released game!

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TWINS SHOW: Are Minnesota Twins drowning in their own toxicity? 37:47

8d ago37:47

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Why Minnesota Twins players feel uncomfortable; How did the Twins get here from two years ago; Why the Twins hitting staff faces challenges; Are the Twins going toxic; The dynamics of young players leading the Twins; Plus other Twins talkers with Trevor Plouffe See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/…

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UNCHAINED: Vikings and NFL cutdown day! Mekhi Blackmon on the move. 30:23

8d ago30:23

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The Minnesota Vikings will trim their initial roster down to 53 guys today. Who is in and who is out? Just how many Minnesota Vikings players will be left from the Minnesota Vikings 2022 and 2023 NFL Drafts after today? Plus, the Minnesota Vikings have traded Mekhi Blackmon… Reusse and Judd Zulgad discuss. PLUS, the Minnesota Golden Gophers and St.…

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TWINS SHOW: Final Minnesota Vikings 53-man roster projection 47:27

9d ago47:27

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Minnesota Twins reeling on and off the field; Twins star Royce Lewis made headlines for saying he's trying to protect his stats; But who on the Twins is more to blame; Why the Twins haven't had success developing top prospects; Plus Twins top prospect Walker Jenkins has been promoted to Triple-A and more on the SKOR North Twins Show live from the M…

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GOPHERS: Minnesota Golden Gophers will go as far as Drake Lindsey and Koi Perich take them! 51:15

10d ago51:15

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Minnesota Golden Gophers content is BACK on SKOR North with Gophers 101! The Minnesota Golden Gophers head into the 2025 college football season with seemingly a “manageable” schedule to a degree but also questions on the offensive line and at Quarterback. Can Drake Lindsey lead the Gophers football team back to a bowl game in 2025? What concerns s…

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JHS: Bob Motzko & Phil Housley join JHS: Road to the World Junior Championship! 47:03

11d ago47:03

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Judd, Jessi, and AJ are LIVE at the Minnesota State Fair and are joined by Gophers and Team USA head coach Bob Motzko and former NHL great and USA hockey legend Phil Housley to kick off a brand new version of JHS that highlights the 2026 World Junior Championship being hosted in Minnesota! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor…

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JHS: Minnesota Wild EXTEND Marco Rossi 31:24

12d ago31:24

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Judd and AJ go live to react to the news of Marco signing a 3-year extension with the Wild. What changed to have the two parties find an agreement and what does it mean for the team moving forward? Plus what implicatuions does this have on a Kaprizov extension that is in the works. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv…

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Minnesota Twins TV plans changing next season? 45:19

12d ago45:19

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Minnesota Twins TV plans changing next season; It sounds like ESPN properties will broadcast Twins games; Reusse has thoughts on the Vikings backup quarterback plans; Is JJ McCarthy ready to be the Vikings starting quarterback; Will Vikings bring back Adam Thielen; Judd crashed out on the Twins yesterday; Plus Declan's State Fair Observations and m…

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Spinach In Your Teeth 53:12

12d ago53:12

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Episode Summary: This week, Mum! Dad’s Got Another Tattoo dives deep into modern masculinity with Jason Lange — men’s group facilitator, filmmaker, and certified No More Mr Nice Guy coach. Jason talks about why so many men feel disconnected, what “men’s work” really means, and how to break out of patterns that quietly undermine relationships. We ex…

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TWINS SHOW: Minnesota Twins players seeking direction and clarity 47:12

13d ago47:12

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Minnesota players seeking direction and clarity; Are the Twins providing their players the resources they seek; Dex has the latest from what he's hearing in the Twins clubhouse; Doogie joins us to discuss his conversation with Twins POBO Derek Falvey and more as we're live from the Minnesota State Fair! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva…

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The Legend of Deltarune is a LIE! 20:15

13d ago20:15

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The Legend of the Deltarune is a lie! Many of the characters we’ve fallen in love with actually play VERY different roles than we originally thought! And now it’s time to reveal the truth…the truth about our heroes, their greatest enemy, and the Legend of Deltarune itself! Join Game Theory Host Tom as he finds out the truth!…

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With Putin, Trump Bends the Knee (with Tom Nichols) 1:09:40

14d ago1:09:40

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Trump’s recent meetings with Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy have raised urgent questions about America’s role in global affairs and the future of the war in Ukraine. Atlantic staff writer and national security expert Tom Nichols joins Preet to break down what’s at stake: the fragility of Western unity, the history behind Russia’s invasion o…

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TWINS SHOW: Minnesota Twins clubhouse notes: Brooks Lee, injury updates and more 20:17

14d ago20:17

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Minnesota Twins clubhouse notes! Why Twins SS Brooks Lee feels more comfortable lately; Twins ace Pablo Lopez will make a rehab start; Plus, Twins injury updates to David Festa, Simeon Woods-Richardson and more on the SKOR North Twins Show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do…

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UNCHAINED: Is Luke Keaschall an everyday second baseman? 18:35

14d ago18:35

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Is Luke Keaschall an everyday second baseman; Reusse has a comparison from back in the day; Plus Pat’s thoughts on Twins pitching plans and more on Reusse Unchained. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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HOWLS: Minnesota Timberwolves set for A TON of nationally televised games 27:25

14d ago27:25

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Minnesota Timberwolves schedule thoughts! Timberwolves playing a ton of national games this season; The timing of Timberwolves games could be problematic for some fans; Bones Hyland is coming back to the Timberwolves; How does the back-end of Timberwolves rotation shake out and more on Flagrant Howls with Mackey, Judd, and Dex. See Privacy Policy a…

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Minnesota Twins predictions: Joe Ryan, ownership and more 32:52

14d ago32:52

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Minnesota Twins predictions involving Joe Ryan, Royce Lewis, ownership ideas; Plus other predictions involving the Timberwolves, NFL and more on Write That Down. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Law & Order, Hold the Law 11:35

14d ago11:35

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In an excerpt from this week’s Insider episode, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the agreement between the D.C. government and the Trump administration, facilitated by a federal judge, preserving the local government’s authority over its police force. The resolution stemmed from the D.C. Attorney General’s lawsuit challenging Trump’s takeover …

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TWINS SHOW: PLOUFFE -- Are Minnesota Twins owners playing keep away? 33:49

15d ago33:49

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Are Minnesota Twins owners playing keep away; Former Twins infielder Trevor Plouffe joins the show to discuss the sale; Should the minority owners have ties to the Twins; Why Minnesota Twins clubhouse feels no pressure; Should the Twins extend Joe Ryan ASAP; Plus, Trevor Plouffe gives his thoughts on the MLB realignment and more on the SKOR North T…

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DOOGIE: Minnesota Vikings injury updates: Jalen Nailor, Harrison Smith and more 30:12

15d ago30:12

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Minnesota Vikings injury updates starting with Jalen Nailor; Can the Vikings WR be healthy for Week 1; Plus, the latest on Vikings defenders with Harrison Smith and Josh Metellus; Did Daniel Jones leave the Vikings too early; Which quarterbacks could enter rehab school next for the Vikings; Plus other Vikings notes on Purple Daily wiith Doogie! See…

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Why MLB NEEDS to make realignment happen! 31:15

15d ago31:15

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MLB realignment seems inevitable, but is it the right thing to do; Which division realignment makes the most sense for the Minnesota Twins; Plus, have we gone too far with reply all emails and more on statements with Mackey & Judd. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell…

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TWINS SHOW: Are Minnesota Twins setting a new culture in the clubhouse? 40:58

16d ago40:58

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Minnesota Twins totally duped the Detroit Tigers by taking Chris Paddack; Luke Keaschall continues to create the vibes for the Twins; Why Twins SS Brooks Lee has a different swagger since the trade deadline; The Twins seem to be setting a new culture; What should the Twins do with Pablo Lopez and more on SKOR North Twins Show. See Privacy Policy at…

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TWINS SHOW: Minnesota Twins roster notes: James Outman, Pablo Lopez, prospects, and more 21:12

17d ago21:12

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Minnesota Twins roster notes! Starting with Twins OF Alan Roden going on the injured list; James Outman made his Twins debut; Pablo Lopez nearing his return to the Twins starting rotations; Plus latest Twins prospect notes and more on the SKOR North Twins Show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/…

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UNCHAINED: Minnesota Twins are all about development?! 20:15

19d ago20:15

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Minnesota Twins are all about development; Why did the Twins bench Edouard Julien for Mickey Gasper; Plus more thoughts on the Twins, Vikings and more on Reusse Unchained. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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TWINS SHOW: Are Minnesota Twins owners planning ahead for MLB lockout? 34:24

19d ago34:24

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Minnesota Twins owners financial plan after staying on as owners; Are the Twins gearing up for an inevitable for the MLB lockout; What should the Twins owners do to try and get fans back; Plus the latest plans for the SKOR North Twins Show and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p…

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JHS: Who makes the Minnesota Wild's 25th anniversary team? 42:52

19d ago42:52

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Jessi Pierce of Bardown Beauties and NHL.com joins to help JUDD and AJ find a consensus for who makes the Wild's 25th anniversary team. The crew picks three forward lines, two defensemen pairings, and two goalies from a list recently provided in an article by The Athletic. Did they get the choices right? Who would you have added into the team? See …

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World Pea Throwing Championships 41:10

20d ago41:10

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This week, Mum! Dad’s Got Another Tattoo goes on location to the World Pea Throwing Championships — because nothing says midlife podcast quite like lobbed legumes. Between erratic peas, eccentric competitors, and one very committed town crier, Marc and Richard capture the spirit of the day in all its absurd glory. Back in the studio, we talk tattoo…

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TWINS SHOW: Why Minnesota Twins owners are remaining in place 27:51

20d ago27:51

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Why Minnesota Twins decided to remain as owners; What will the new limited partners bring to the Twins; Doogie joins the show to discuss the showing Twins breaking news and what’s next for Pohlads and more on the SKOR North Twins Show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-…