Best The Unscripted Banter Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 58: To Rasputin, Thanks for Everything! -The Romanovs - Season 6, Episode 3 1:32:31

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Send us a text This week, we go digging for the truth—and end up unearthing royalty, Rasputin, and a surprisingly efficient storage hack. First, a woman with no name—and plenty of scars—emerges from a German asylum claiming a past that might be tragic, imperial, or both. Then, a small-town sheriff learns the hard way that holiday spirit doesn’t mix…

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Alex Howes in the House 1:42:03

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Episode 159 - Alex Howes in the House What up party people. Boy do we have a good one for y’all this week. Our guest, Alex Howes, has been a long time coming. To be honest, I’m surprised we waited 159 episodes to finally get Howes in the house because he’s just got one of those personalities that meshes perfectly with the vibe of the show. Anyway, …

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“How Do Our Stories Change The Way We Survive Psychosis?” with RACHEL STAR WITHERS 2:23:06

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Welcome to “Beat The Mental Health Out Of It!” with your host, The DEFECTIVE Schizoaffective! Join me for an episode that I have wanted to do with an individual who greatly inspired me to start my own podcast about mental illness… RACHEL STAR WITHERS! We’re just two people who live with schizotypal mental illnesses and depression talking about what…

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LeBron Leaving LA? SGA’s $285M Deal + WNBA’s Big Moment | 7/5/25 40:15

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Welcome to Strikezones to Endzones—where sports meets pop culture and Dallas boys talk reckless (but with heart). In this episode, we dig into: Is LeBron James actually leaving LA… or just playing chess? Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s monster $285M deal—MVP season or bag secured? WNBA is booming: sold-out crowds in Dallas, pay gap talk, and Caitlin Clar…

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SBTGRVL Upset and Will This Be The MOST Boring Tour Ever? 1:22:45

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Episode 158 - SBTGRVL Upset and Will This Be The MOST Boring Tour Ever? What up party people. I’m keeping this one short and snappy because we’re bringing y’all another long dong episode this week so buckle up and enjoy the ride. If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at [email protected] or hit up the Bon…

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Is Cooper Flagg the SECRET to Mavs Championship Hopes | 6/26/25 40:03

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This week on Strikezones to Endzones, host Trey Ballard our resident sports encyclopedia and professional opinion has return with Matt Travaglione, the surprise wildcard who’s quickly becoming the co-host Trey didn’t know he needed. Producer Wes Castelhano, founder of 2nd Floor Studios, Audio Engineer Savant, and proud sports illiterate, keeps the …

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The UCI HAS to be Trolling Now Right?! 1:45:29

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Episode 157 - The UCI HAS to be Trolling Now Right?! If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at [email protected] or hit up the Bonk Bros instagram page (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr). Alright let’s get this party started! FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK THE…

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“Why Should We CHOOSE Our Own Path To Finding God?” 3:06:09

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Welcome to “Beat The Mental Health Out Of It!” with your hosts, The DEFECTIVE Schizoaffective and IndyPocket! We’re diving headfirst into the chaos of faith, religion, and personal truth in this episode. (Which is “technically” part 2) We don’t hate on religion, but we dismantle the performance of religion, call out the hypocrisy, and dare to laugh…

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NBA Trades & Baseball Shockers: What Just Happened? | 6/20/25 24:57

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Some weeks in sports are wild—this one was borderline cinematic. NFL shakeups, NBA insanity, and a Stanley Cup stunner, all while the Dallas Mavericks and MLB chaos keep us on our toes. In this episode of Strike Zone End Zone, Trey Ballard and Matthew Travaglione, with producer Wes Castelhano, dive headfirst into the most unpredictable week in spor…

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Episode 57: No Exit, Just Impact - Netflix Volume 1, Episode 1 1:49:19

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Send us a text This week, we go vertical. Zach and Stephanie scale the suspicious scaffolding of Unsolved Mysteries: The Netflix Reboot, kicking off with a case so absurd, it could’ve been sponsored by OtterBox and the Freemasons. We’re talking flip-flops, physics, and a suicide theory that collapses under the weight of basic physics. Plus: - ZSM T…

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Building Decks and Cashing Checks 1:41:12

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Episode 156 - Building Decks and Cashing Checks This week’s episode is brought to you by Bolt Skin + Shave, the company that is revolutionizing the way men (and women) shave their legs. Head over to boltshave.com and use the code “BROS15” for 15% off. If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at bonkbrospodcast@gmail…

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The NBA's Loyalty Problem 49:52

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NBA trades are exploding, Giannis might bounce, and Applebee’s might be more than a bar—let’s unpack the madness. Have you ever argued about NBA trades while shotgunning margaritas at Chili’s? We did. It somehow spiraled into Trey trying to send Kevin Durant to Canada, Matty T declaring Applebee’s “undefeated” and calling it a pregame church, and W…

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Beards, Bikes, and Banter 1:22:29

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Episode 155 - Beards, Bikes, and Banter If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at [email protected] or hit up the Bonk Bros instagram page (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr). Alright let’s get this party started! FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK THE LATEST EPISO…

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“How Can EXPRESSION And EXPLORATION Deter Us From EXPLOITATION?” 1:36:52

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SHADOW SELF 2.0, Y’ALL! Welcome to “Beat The Mental Health Out Of It!” with your hosts, The DEFECTIVE Schizoaffective and IndyPocket! The show where we have candid, unscripted discussions about everything related to mental health with a twist of humor and no-holds-barred! In episode 15, we peeled back the layers of embracing “THE SHADOW SELF.” But …

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Episode 56: Ghosts in the Green Room - Season 8, Episode 12 1:35:00

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Send us a text Get ready for an episode that jumps from haunted hilarity to heartbreaking mysteries faster than you can say “tweed jacket.” This week, we confront a killer who might’ve gone from the woods to the stage, investigate a family tragedy with more questions than answers, and share a reunion story that brings tears (and maybe a pistol or t…

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“Dude, we can only have one bald guy with a mustache on this podcast” 1:29:20

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Episode 154 - “Dude, we can only have one bald guy with a mustache on this podcast” Get ready for all things Unbound, Giro updates, and Pro Road Nats recap from Scott. If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at [email protected] or hit up the Bonk Bros instagram page (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @ty…

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“Why Is ACCEPTANCE The Foundation For Growth?” With JOSH GUFFEY (Pt. 2) 2:19:08

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Welcome to “Beat The Mental Health Out Of It!” with your host, The DEFECTIVE Schizoaffective! The show where I have candid, unscripted discussions about everything related to mental health with a twist of humor and no-holds-barred! He’s back with another SHITTY episode… may we take your order, PREASE? IT’S GUFF, again! Last time Josh graced us with…

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Is the Playoff Season LIVING UP to the Hype? | 6/1/25 35:45

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We’re back and talking mad spicy this week! 🥵 From hockey heartbreak to NBA Finals hot takes, this episode’s got all the heat you need. We kick things off with the Stanley Cup preview—Oilers vs Panthers (again), and yes, we’re still bitter about the Stars. Then it’s over to the NBA Finals, where we break down why ratings talk is overrated, how inte…

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From the ZSM Archives: Episode 24 - A Sweaty Christmas in Summer! 1:31:38

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Send us a text We can already feel the summer heat rolling in like a freight train, so we thought it was the perfect time to crack open this frosty treat from our archives - a little holiday AC for your brain, if you will. Originally released in December of 2023, this episode is one of our funniest - filled with chaos, religious relics, Bill O'Reil…

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Unbound Preview, Pro Nats, Blevins Domination, and Mathieu slam der Poel 1:26:55

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Episode 153 - Unbound Preview, Pro Nats, Blevins Domination, and Mathieu slam der Poel What up party people. Welcome back to the Bonk Bros podcast. We’ve got a jam packed episode for y’all this week with all sorts of topics like Quinn Simmons taking the Stars and Stripes at pro nats while our boy Scottie McG narrowly missed out on his own title, Ch…

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“Why Do We Need To EMBRACE Our Shadow Selves?” 1:35:08

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Join us on THE DARK SIDE… …And welcome to “Beat The Mental Health Out Of It!” with your hosts, The DEFECTIVE Schizoaffective and IndyPocket! The show where we have candid, unscripted discussions about everything related to mental health with a twist of humor and no-holds-barred! In what might just be the most eyebrow-raising episode yet, we're divi…

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No Unbound for DJ?! 1:12:50

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Episode 152 - No Unbound for DJ?! What up party people. Welcome back to the Bonk Bros podcast. No Dizzle or DJ this week, more on that during the show, so yeah, Scott, Tyler, and I are running the show which I think is the first time we’ve ever had that combo. Tune in for some talk on recent bike race happenings and a fair few tangents, but all in …

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"How To Adjust To Life After War" With MARC WICHMAN 2:48:05

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Welcome to “Beat The Mental Health Out Of It!” with your host, The DEFECTIVE Schizoaffective! The show where I have candid, unscripted discussions about everything related to mental health with a twist of humor and no-holds-barred! Join me for an episode I have always wanted to do with my Great Uncle, MARC WICHMAN, a 79-year-old, Vietnam veteran wi…

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1.8% Odds? Why the NBA Draft Isn’t Rigged | 5/18/25 53:37

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Cooper Flagg to the Mavs? We unpack NBA Draft conspiracies, odds manipulation, and the internet's suspicion that the league is setting up the perfect narrative. Trey and Wes talk Flagg’s elite upside, Luka's legacy, and how statistical randomness doesn’t equal cheating. Plus: NFL 2025 predictions, Pete Rose’s betting saga, age-gap friendships, and …

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Episode 55: How I Learned to Stop Functioning and Weaponize My Incompetence - Season 10, Episode 2 1:44:18

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Send us a text This week on Zachsolved Mysteries, incompetence isn’t just a theme – it’s a through line. From real-life walk-ins to spiritual walk-outs, from third-person murder denials to to Zach somehow outsourcing his responsibilities mid-sentence, we’ve got the full spectrum. Join us as we spiral through a suspiciously well-staged death scene i…

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Tire Testing Battle 1:28:11

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Episode 151 - Tire Testing Battle What up party people. Welcome back to another episode of the Bonk Bros podcast. You know Unbound must be coming because it basically comes up in every conversation at this point so I hope you’re as into Unbound as Dylan is because if not, you might as well just hit next on your podcast player. Quick thank you for y…

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“How And Why Does Drumming RAISE Your I.Q.?” With CHRIS BRIEN 2:30:27

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Welcome to “Beat The Mental Health Out Of It!” with your hosts, The DEFECTIVE Schizoaffective and IndyPocket! The podcast where we have candid, unscripted discussions about everything related to mental health with a twist of humor and no-holds-barred! Join us for an episode that was months in the making, with CHRIS BRIEN! Chris is “A Drummer From D…

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Can 100 Humans Beat a Gorilla? Plus NBA Chaos & Martha Stewart?! 53:51

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This episode covers everything from absurd hypotheticals to real playoff drama. Trey breaks down the viral debate: can 100 humans beat one gorilla? The conversation dives into the latest NBA, NHL, and MLB playoff chaos, including injuries, upsets, and underdog runs. There's also a wild story about Martha Stewart on Cinco de Mayo, a deep dive into t…

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Couple of Bottom Sniffers 1:35:04

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Episode 150 - Couple of Bottom Sniffers What up party people. This episode covers a little bit of everything from bike racing and golf tournaments, tattoos and lawn mower maintenance, and Drew even coined his own new nickname to describe his talent level. We want to send a big shout to some of our loyal and long time partners because without them, …

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You Got One Job, Luka 1:02:09

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NFL Draft chaos, Luka’s cardio, Banana Ball rules, and beers were had — this (caffeinated) sports podcast goes off the rails. Trey Ballard and Wesley are back (caffeinated, mildly buzzed, and fully unfiltered) for another legendary hang that swerves from serious sports analysis to pure sideline comedy. Whether it’s breaking down the Luka-LeBron mom…

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Episode 54: [this brain intentionally left blank] - Season 5, Episode 5 1:36:07

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Send us a text This week, the mystery machine short-circuits in the best possible way. We chase memory gaps, muddled aliases, and missing mid-century mustaches in an episode that asks: what happens when even the backstories get confused? Unsolved Mysteries gives us amnesia, aliases, a small-town murder, and a woman who disappears more often than sh…

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The Keegan Episode 1:19:49

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Episode 149 - The Keegan Episode What up party people. I mentioned this on the show but I gotta hand it to my boys Tyler and DJ for holding down the fort last week while the rest of us bums skipped town for other things. We were all a little nervous about how it would go because in the 3 years we’ve been doing this thing, I think that was the first…

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“Women Do it Better” 1:27:38

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Episode 148 - “Women Do it Better” If you have any questions or feedback for the show you can drop us a note at [email protected] or hit up the Bonk Bros instagram page (@bonkbros @dylanjawnson @adamsaban6 @tylerclouti @raddaddizzle @scottmcgilljr). Alright let’s get this party started! FOR UPDATED DISCOUNT CODES CHECK THE LATEST EPISODE: S…

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The Rise and Demise of Kings 1:22:00

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Episode 147 - The Rise and Demise of Kings What up party people. Excuse my attire, I completely forgot to come back and record the intro earlier so you’re getting me now in full kit because our producer needs this for editing pronto. We’re talking Paris Roubaix and DJ’s take on whether or not Matty V should have stepped up his tire game even more, …

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The Lowest Effort Episode Ever 44:51

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Join Aaron and Damien as they navigate a chaotic and hilariously low-effort episode. They dive into life updates since the previous episode, exploring everything from medical appointments to the nuances of healthcare. The conversation takes unexpected turns, touching on personal anecdotes, from caffeine habits to humorous tales of home improvement …

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Court Kings & Green Jacket Dreams: Spring Sports Are Back 1:00:51

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March Madness delivered big: NCAA Tournament highlights, Sweet 16 showdowns, Elite Eight drama, and college hoops chaos. Plus golf dreams at The Masters and the battle for the green jacket. In this episode, Trey Ballard and his producer Wes return from a short break to unpack the wildest moments in sports this week. From NCAA upsets and college bas…

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Episode 53: Float Like a Trauma, Sting Like a Memory - Season 2, Episode 8 1:29:39

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Send us a text In this episode, we ask the age-old question: is it unresolved trauma or just soul Pilates? Either way, we’re punching our way through some heavy stories—with trench coats, wild metaphors, and a few truly unhinged side quests to help us make it to the bell. First, Zach investigates the mysterious death of a heavyweight boxing icon wh…

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Flanders Drama, Blevins Taking Charge at World Cup Opener, Paris Roubaix and Sea Otter Predictions, and More! 2:01:09

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Episode 146 - Flanders Drama, Blevins Taking Charge at World Cup Opener, Paris Roubaix and Sea Otter Predictions, and More! What up party people. Make sure to check out all the offerings (literally, every piece of gear you could possible need) from our friends over at BTD. Just type “bonkbros” into the promo code section at checkout! (https://www.b…

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Just Another Van der Poel Monday, Scott’s Travel Blunders, Dizzle’s Whirlwind Birthday, and a New Production Drop Bar Mountain Bike? 1:48:03

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Episode 145 - Just Another Van der Poel Monday, Scott’s Travel Blunders, Dizzle’s Whirlwind Birthday, and a New Production Drop Bar Mountain Bike? What up party people. Welcome back for another Bonk Bros banger. We’re talking about yet another drop-dead performance by Matty Van der Poel, Scott getting absolutely shafted during his travels and racin…

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MURDER ON FLIGHT 502 (1975) - Previously Patreon-Only! 2:18:59

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Send us a text Fasten your seatbelts and prepare for an exclusive journey back to the 1970s with our February 2024 Patreon-only bonus episode—now available for everyone! We’re diving wingtip-first into the turbulent and comic skies of MURDER ON FLIGHT 502. This flight might not offer peanuts, but it's packed with a cargo hold's worth of laughs, gas…

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"How Does Infidelity TRAUMATIZE Your Family?” With JOSH GUFFEY 3:10:46

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Welcome to “Beat The Mental Health Out Of It!” with your hosts, The DEFECTIVE Schizoaffective and IndyPocket! The show where we have candid, unscripted discussions about everything related to mental health with a twist of humor and no-holds-barred! Join us for a special episode with Josh Guffey, one of my dearest friends, as he shares his close fri…

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Banter, Love, and a Mix of Awkwardness 57:17

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Join Aaron and Dee as they navigate through a series of candid and unfiltered discussions in this episode. Starting with humorous banter about daily life and gaming, the duo transitions into deeper topics, sharing personal experiences that range from the intimate to the outright awkward. Aaron and Dee also delve into light-hearted conversations abo…

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We Made It 365 Days And The Results Are INCREDIBLE! 1:36:29

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Trey Ballard joins Strikezones to Endzones to celebrate one year of podcasting and break down Yankees Opening Day 2025, March Madness picks, and podcast growth in a live, unscripted deep dive. In this milestone livestream, Trey Ballard reunites with the Strikezones to Endzones crew to mark their one-year podcast anniversary while diving headfirst i…

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All Aboard the Van Der Poel Express, Podium Glory for Keegan Swenson, and Did Someone Say Palm Cooling? 1:42:12

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Episode 144 - All Aboard the Van Der Poel Express, Podium Glory for Keegan Swenson, and Did Someone Say Palm Cooling? What up party people. We are BACK for another episode with y’all this week and let me tell you, for all the Dizzle fans and not-so-fans this one is going to be polarizing for sure. Tune in for the full show and you’ll find out why. …

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“Can Music Help You Cope With ADD?” With JAY FENICHEL 1:41:58

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Welcome to “Beat The Mental Health Out Of It!” with your hosts, The DEFECTIVE Schizoaffective and IndyPocket! The podcast where we have candid, unscripted discussions about everything related to mental health with a twist of humor and no-holds-barred! Join us for an invigorating episode with Jay Fenichel, one of the most popular social media creato…

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The Multiverse of Personalities 54:21

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Join us in this episode as we dive into the fascinating world of personal identity, taking a humorous look at how we adopt different personas in various situations. From the fictional physics of video game characters to the real-life challenges of living with lupus, we touch on a range of topics that include the nature of online communities and the…

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Episode 52: Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary: Why Are They Both Dead? Season 11, Episode 3 1:25:01

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Send us a text In this episode, we ask the big questions: What’s the going rate for a hit gone wrong? Is projectile saliva a legitimate healing tincture? And why does every reenactment look like it was shot on the set of a mid-tier soap opera? We dive into cases full of botched plans, baffling police work, and “red flags” that only exist in the min…

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March Madness Chaos, Luka vs. LeBron, & NHL Playoff Shocks 39:13

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March Madness is here, and so is our annual tradition of making terrible bracket picks! Will we get it right this time? Probably not, but that won’t stop us from talking about it like we’re experts. In this episode, Trey and Wes break down everything from Luka and LeBron’s playoff hopes (aka will the Lakers survive Rob Pelinka’s decision-making?) t…

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MidSouth Recap, Demise of Keegan Swenson, and MSR Predictions 1:46:08

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Episode 143 - MidSouth Recap, Demise of Keegan Swenson, and MSR Predictions What up party people. Got another banger for y’all this week with lots of talk on the recent (not so) happenings at MidSouth this past weekend, before transitioning into our take on what’s going down at Cape Epic right now, including whether US fan favorite, Keegan Swenson,…

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Check out our friends at Where the Weird Ones Are! 1:16

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Send us a text Welcome to Where the Weird Ones Are, your weekly rendezvous with the unexplained, the uncanny, and the downright bizarre! Each week, they feature a different guest who shares their personal encounters with the unknown, from ghost sightings to UFO experiences and everything in between. Subscribe, rate, and review to join their communi…