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A young Wall Street genius lands in the Costa Rican jungle with a vast fortune and visions of paradise - but ends up in hell. He and his wife build a spectacular circular mansion deep in the rainforest - a sanctuary for themselves and for endangered wildlife. But sinister forces soon have the couple fearing for their lives. As paranoia takes root and shadows close in, the troubled pair steadily lose their grip on reality. They transform their paradise home into a fortress surrounded by armed ...
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Listen to Nick Swartz tell stories about his life. From growin' up in the small VA mountain town of Clifton Forge to his entry into and career in the tattoo industry. All the rough upbringin', punk rock, family, country, skateboardin', good eatin', blues, ass-kickin', tattooed, hard to believe but addictin' to perceive bullshit that can be packed into each episode. His brother Josh helps out and the guests are the best of the best.
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What is the Heritage Chart Show? Well, it's an outlet for two things. First of all, our lifelong love of chart rundowns and our desperation to live in a world where they still matter. It's also an outlet for our fascination with Mike Reed's heritage chart. We're not entirely sure how it’s put together. We don't know exactly what qualifies you for inclusion in the heritage chart and we're not sure we want to know. After all, we didn't really make those demands of the actual top 40 when we wer ...
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Smith and Marx Walk into a Bar is hosted by historians of economic thought Jennifer Jhun, François Allisson, and Çınla Akdere. Each month, the hosts discuss themes related to economics, its history and methodology, and its relevance to contemporary affairs.
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The High-end action figure podcast for high-end humans is here. Do your ears a favour and listen to Michael Crawford, Jeff Parker and my good self Eamon O'Donoghue discuss all things action figure from the likes of Hot Toys, Enterbay, 3A Toys and Sideshow Collectables.
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Christopher Isherwood and Don Bachardy, a celebrated novelist and a talented painter, were openly gay in conservative 1950s Hollywood. In private, they called themselves The Animals. Simon Callow and Alan Cumming read their love letters; Katherine Bucknell reveals secrets they kept even from their friends, a galaxy of star writers, artists, stage players and movie makers in L.A., London, and New York. The series is capped by a play the lovers wrote together, A Meeting by the River, starring ...
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The Q and A Podcast 302: John Cena's Final Exit and Freaky Greaky Trade Talks
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2:32:44On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: Astros wheeling and dealing John Cena lost his final WWE match. Was it the right call? Grading Cena's retirement tour and WWE's 2025 in total We promised it last pod: Giannis Antetokounmpo trades What do you mean the Hawks wouldn't make a trade? The best trade offer comes from... the Lakers? Follow…
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390 - Matty Goldstein - always an artist - NLJBS
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2:36:12We finally got Matty Goldstein to sit down for a full episode of NLJBS. He hit the road from Key City Tattoo in Frederick, MD along with fellow Key City artist Justin Bush and headed into Rocktown to Alley Cat Tattoo; Harrisonburg VA. It's a great conversation about starting out as an artist and getting into tattooing later. There's a ton of great …
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The Q and A Podcast 301: Spotify Wrapped, Netflix vs Paramount, and Actual MLB Deals???
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1:37:34On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: DeQuiency's Spotify listening habits Netflix's purchase of WB and Paramount's hostile takeover attempt Has Ted Sarandos never seen a movie? MLB Hot Stove: Edwin Diaz to the Dodgers, Pete Alonzo to the Orioles, just what are the Mets doing? Reds and Pirates faking the funk More Astros off-season yap…
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389 - Peter Tattoo - a perspective - NLJBS
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1:13:09Nick explains it all in the intro, but there's no new guest this week. So, in an effort to not leave y'all hangin' - we assembled this perspective on a name that comes up all the time when discussing tattoo histories: Peter Tattoo. The infamous shops ran by Peter Poulos and Larry Romano. We've got stories from five older episodes. Starting things o…
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The Q and A Podcast 300: Paint the Town (Battle) Red
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1:41:25On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: Making it to 300 podcast episodes The boys' experience at Texans/Bills Come on, MLB! Give us SOMETHING! And more! Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on BlueSky at @quindorsey.bsky.social Follow the show on Twitter at @288Pod Email the show …
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Episode Three-Hundred and Eighty-Eight: Mike Perfetto
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2:43:56After a long day at the Norfolk Tattoo Convention, Nick had the pleasure of sitting down with long time tattoo legend Mike Perfetto and this amazing episode is now part of tattoo history. Good friends of Perfetto and of the show Mike Schweigert and Wrath are in attendance and only add to the brilliant conversation that was had that evening. Do not …
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Ann contemplates leaving Costa Rica forever. A drug bust and a prison visit lead to speculation about the Benders’ former head of security and his role in events. Everyone drawn into the couple’s orbit reflects on this shocking story. The final chapter revisits the jungle house, now abandoned, and the mysteries that refuse to die. See omnystudio.co…
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François, Jennifer, and Çınla discuss a few recent additions to the literature. If you are interested in reading the papers discussed in this episode, here they are (unfortunately, some may be behind paywalls): Freedom, State, and Market: The Real Worlds of Economic Planning Angus Hebenton and Martin O'Neill To Change or Not to Change. The Evolutio…
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The second trial concludes with a verdict that stuns Costa Rica. Ann Bender adjusts to a completely new way of life as a terrible tragedy shatters her world further. Meanwhile, public opinion dramatically shifts. A second trial is granted, the defence sharpens their case and judges consider the evidence one last time. See omnystudio.com/listener fo…
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Episode Three-Hundred and Eighty-Seven: James Jarvis
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2:31:30While at the Norfolk Tattoo Expo Nick had the opportunity to sit down with James Jarvis from 138 Tattoo in Gloucester Point, VA. This one is full of great old school tattoo stories you have to hear. There's plenty of talk of a lot of great tattooers, especially Brian Bruno and some tales from his early years. While you're at it, check out Shop Talk…
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The Q and A Podcast 299: Well That Was Fun
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1:05:47On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: Changing Halloween traditions YouTube TV vs Disney Texans' wild comeback against the Jags And more! Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on BlueSky at @quindorsey.bsky.social Follow the show on Twitter at @288Pod Email the show at twoeightyeightp…
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John Bender’s death soon becomes a cause celebre. But the woman at the centre of police suspicion is now the hospital. Ann’s psychiatrist is shocked at her physical and mental state. As the full story of the Benders’ isolation unfolds, prosecutors make their move and judges reach a verdict. But the Costa Rican authorities have a surprise in store. …
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It’s midnight in the jungle. The Benders are alone. A single shot rings out. One person is dead. As police arrive on the scene, they initially conclude it’s a suicide. But suspicion grows and the scene raises questions. But soon, the suspect is out of reach of detectives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Episode Three-Hundred and Eighty-Six: John Setzer
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2:05:52While visiting Richmond and Absolute Art Tattoo to celebrate the legend Brian Bruno, Nick got the chance to sit down and talk once again with John Setzer from Civilization Tattoo down the road. Veteran of the show, this is a great chance to get caught up with what's going on at their new shop as well as hear the usual great stories about shops, tat…
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The Q and A Podcast 298: NBA Tip Off
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1:10:20On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: The Rockets' season opener Wild hot takes NBA Award and Finals predictions And more! Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on BlueSky at @quindorsey.bsky.social Follow the show on Twitter at @288Pod Email the show at [email protected]…
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Before Costa Rica, there was Wall Street. John Bender has a mind built for numbers - and makes a vast fortune betting against the crowd. Friends describe him as brilliant, a little arrogant - and haunted. John’s academic parents are relieved when he decides to escape the world of high finance and build a different kind of empire in the trees - but …
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The co-hosts are joined by three Junior Fellows at Duke University's Center for the History of Political Economy, Benjamin Brisson, Eva Jacob, and Raphaël Orange-Leroy, to discuss their interests in the history of economic thought, their experiences in graduate school, and their research projects.By Çınla Akdere; Jennifer Jhun; François Allisson; Scott Scheall
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The Q and A Podcast 297: NFL Surprises and Disappointments
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1:07:41On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: Playoff Pats? Lock it in! What happened to the Ravens? Is Baker Mayfield the MVP favorite? And more! Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on BlueSky at @quindorsey.bsky.social Follow the show on Twitter at @288Pod Email the show at twoeightyeight…
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On a routine excursion, the Benders are ambushed. Guns are drawn. Is it a robbery, or something far more sinister? The couple are certain they’re about to be kidnapped. In the aftermath, they ramp up security at their jungle compound, hiring a former police chief to protect them. Fearing for their safety, the couple retreat further and further from…
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Episode Three-Hundred and Eighty-Five: Ben Proudman
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2:26:54It's been a while since we've had Ben Proudman on the show. He travelled down from Key City Tattoo in Frederick, MD to come check out Alley Cat Tattoo and brought along Nick Filth with him to do some tattooing. The guys hang out with Nick and talk tattoos and throughout, most of the crew at Alley Cat comes in to hang for a bit as well. It's a great…
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Dark forces gather as the Benders’ presence grows more controversial. The couple’s jungle fortress stands apart from everything around it - lavish, secretive and utterly out of place. Neighbours speculate. Resentments stir. Mystics speak of a curse. Behind the gates, the atmosphere shifts as the couple’s physical and mental health start to decline.…
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A jungle compound. A midnight emergency call. The mystery begins. At the centre of it all: John and Ann Bender. Young, brilliant and impossibly rich, they set out to build a vast mansion and wildlife sanctuary in the Costa Rican rainforest. But something is off. Not everything in paradise is what it seems. Hell in Heaven is a production of Exactly …
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The Q and A Podcast 296: Astros Post Mortem
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Episode Three-Hundred and Eighty-Four: Timothy Hoyer & Andrew Conner
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2:59:02It's been a while since Timothy Hoyer has been on an episode. He's working at Alley Cat a lot these days, but he wanted to wait for Andrew to be available to record and here it is. Nick hangs with these two art wizards and long time legends of tattooing for a good three hours and we get to hear some excellent conversations about all of the things y…
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Introducing Hell in Heaven: A Mysterious Death in Paradise
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2:33John and Ann Bender had hundreds of millions of dollars and one dream: to build a glittering glass mansion deep in the Costa Rican jungle. But paradise soon gave way to paranoia — with abduction plots, armed guards and a bedroom blazing with hundreds of Tiffany lamps. And then one night, it all ended in blood. Hosted by award-winning journalist Bec…
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The Q and A Podcast 295: When It Rains, It Pours
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1:18:09On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: WWE's disappointing ESPN debut ACL injuries stink The Astros super stink The Texans super-duper stink Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on BlueSky at @quindorsey.bsky.social Follow the show on Twitter at @288Pod Email the show at twoeightyeigh…
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Episode Three-Hundred and Eighty-Three: Jerry Duncan
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1:21:49It's always great when you connect with folks who have a history with tattoos in some fashion. That's the case here with Nick's friend Jerry who came by the new shop location and shared a bourbon and talked about some really old tattoos he has and how he got them. There's some great life lessons on the way as well. Don't forget to check out Shop Ta…
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The Q and A Podcast 294: The Return of the NFL Overreaction Theater
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1:29:51On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: Is anyone happy about a Saudi WrestleMania? Green Bay vs Philly in the NFC championship game Mike McDaniel will not be a head coach after Week 5 Can the Panthers AND Saints go winless this season? And more! Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on…
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François and Jennifer are joined by Peter Boettke, Distinguished University Professor of Economics and Philosophy at George Mason University (among other titles), to discuss his unique and influential teacher, Kenneth Boulding, the history of the Socialist Calculation Debate, and the possible significance of artificial intelligence for the future o…
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Episode 381B: Sam Yamini with 25 extra minutes
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2:27:56Once or twice we've made a mistake here on NLJBS. This was an easy fix. Whether you've already listened to episode 381 or not, here's the whole thing again, with an additional 25 minutes at the end that was left out the first time. Nick explains everything in a new intro, so check that out. And if you don't want to listen to the whole thing again, …
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The Q and A Podcast 293: NFL Quarterback Tier List
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1:57:49On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony rank starting NFL quarterbacks! How many elite QBs are there in the league? Which playmakers need to step up this year to prove their worth? And how many are just barely holding onto a job? All those questions and more will be answered in this podcast!
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Episode Three-Hundred and Eighty-Two: Dean Flashman
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2:34:06This is the third and final episode from the tenth and final Pagoda City Tattoo Festival and it is a great one. Nick finally got the chance to sit down and talk with Dean Flashman. Dean has been tattooing for a very long time, so we get to hear some great stories about getting into the game under Marcus Kuhn and working on the Gypsy Gentleman, all …
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The Q and A Podcast 292: I Couldn't Think of a Title So Enjoy Us Yapping for 90 Minutes
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1:30:34On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: Is Chris Jericho going back to WWE? Apple TV might have the greatest collection of shows that no one is watching Does any team want to win the AL West? And more! Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on BlueSky at @quindorsey.bsky.social Follow th…
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Episode Three-Hundred and Eighty-One: Sam Yamini
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2:04:02Having been a guest on an earlier episode already, Sam Yamini sits down for his own conversation with Nick while attending the final Pagoda City Tattoo Festival. This is the second episode recorded at that show and it is a great one. Lots of excellent stories from the past and talk of Japanese tattooing. Sam came all the way from Dedication Tattoo …
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The Q and A Podcast 291: TKO Gets to the Bag
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1:35:08On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: SummerSlam 2025 Anthony's review of "The Naked Gun" and "Fantastic Four" movies The WWE/ESPN and UFC/Paramount+ deals And more! Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on BlueSky at @quindorsey.bsky.social Follow the show on Twitter at @288Pod Email…
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Episode Three-Hundred and Eighty: J Smalley & Jimmy P
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2:00:24This is the first of three episodes Nick recorded at the 10th and final Pagoda. It's a return of J Smalley from the Golden Cobra Tattoo Club in Surf City, NC and Jimmy P from Full Hearts Tattoo in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Almost immediately they are all joined by veteran of the show Angelo Miller from Inksmith & Rogers in Jacksonville, FL. It's a gre…
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The Q and A Podcast 290: Hope is a Good Thing (Superman 2025)
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2:00:37On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: Car accidents suck Rest in piss, Hulk Hogan Our Superman review: James Gunn did it again And more! Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on BlueSky at @quindorsey.bsky.social Follow the show on Twitter at @288Pod Email the show at twoeightyeightpo…
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Episode Three-Hundred and Seventy-Nine: Dave Capella
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3:15:24Great friend of Alley Cat Tattoo & NLJBS, Mr. Dave Capella, comes back up to Harrisonburg to do some tattoos and hang with Nick for a talk. Porter joins in for the first half of this excellent conversation. You see, Capella already recorded an episode a while back, but it mistakenly got deleted and never came out. So here he is again, talking with …
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The hosts meet with Harro Maas, Professor in the Walras-Pareto Centre for the History of Economic and Political Thought at the University of Lausanne, to discuss several of his contributions to the literature.By Jennifer Jhun; François Allisson; Çınla Akdere; Scott Scheall
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The Q and A Podcast 289: The Reigning, Defending, Undisputed Spring Rolls Champion
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1:45:17On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: Anthony entering an eating contest in his late 30's Kwon Eunbi takes over the internet Revisiting our preseason MLB predictions at the halfway mark And more! Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on BlueSky at @quindorsey.bsky.social Follow the sh…
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Episode Three-Hundred and Seventy-Eight: Adam Marton
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2:54:40There's lots going on around Alley Cat Tattoo and NLJBS, but Nick found time to take a trip down to a rainy Richmond, VA to talk with Mr. Adam Marton from Civilization Tattoo down there about so much fun history, good times, good friends and great stories that you don't want to miss. His partner in crime, Adam McKowen is with him, and though he doe…
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The Q and A Podcast 288: OKC Championship, Haliburton's Achilles and the Kevin Durant Trade
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1:07:54On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: The OKC Thunder's championship How Tyrese Haliburton's injury will change the Pacers' future Kevin Durant to the Rockets And more! Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on BlueSky at @quindorsey.bsky.social Follow the show on Twitter at @288Pod Em…
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Episode Three-Hundred and Seventy-Seven: Kohen Meyers
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1:53:37While in Harrisonburg, Kohen Meyers stopped by Alley Cat Tattoo to do a guest spot and the hang out with Nick and Jake Hockman for some killer tattoo talk. He's from just down the way in Durham, NC where he owns Welcome Tattoo. It's a great episode talking about everything you love hearing about on No Lies Just Bullshit. So check it out and enjoy, …
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The Q and A Podcast 287: Lakers $10 Billion Price Tag and Rafael Devers Heads West
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1:54:23On today's episode, DeQuiency and Anthony discuss: The booming movie popcorn bucket business Netflix's new Astroworld documentary The Lakers multi-billion dollar sale Rafael Devers traded to the Giants And more! Follow Anthony on Twitter at @anthony_elric and on Instagram at notelric Follow DeQuiency on BlueSky at @quindorsey.bsky.social Follow the…
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