Best University Of Waterloo Podcasts (2025)

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Waterloo Teeth featuring Tracy Evans 23:15

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You've heard of war trophies—maybe a musket, a medal, a tattered flag brought home from the battlefield. But what if I told you that after one of history's most pivotal battles, the most sought-after souvenir wasn't a weapon or a symbol of valor, but something far more… intimate? Something taken directly from the fallen, destined for the mouths of …

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Episode 379: Coach Thom McDonald- Head Of Coaching Developmentat Championship Productions 1:17:04

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Thom McDonald is the Head of Coaching Development at Championship Productions and a nationally respected leader in basketball education. With a background as a successful high school and college coach, Thom now plays a pivotal role in shaping how the game is taught through innovative clinics, instructional videos, and coach development programs. He…

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Top 5 Most Dangerous Toys featuring Tim Field 22:41

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What better way to kick off Season 6 than with one of our fan's favorite guests - Tim Field! And today, the usual music history lessons that Tim usually provides is being put to the side so we can discuss another fan favorite - a Top 5! Grab your coffees and put your seatbelts on because this Top 5 is dangerous - the Top 5 Most Dangerous Toys! Go t…

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The Sunflower Sport 6:01

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When you think about baseball, what is one of the first foods you think of? Hot dogs, peanuts, cracker jacks. But there's another food that comes to mind that players and fans alike have to grab when they know they're going to a game, or better yet, playing in a game...sunflower seeds. But why sunflower seeds and baseball? Well, with the help of my…

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Episode 378: The Evolution of Rocket – A Conversation with Jeff Fox and Jeremiah De Sesto 1:08:28

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Episode Title: The Evolution of Rocket – A Conversation with Jeff Fox and Jeremiah De Soto In this episode of the Championship Vision Podcast, host Kevin Furtado sits down with Jeff Fox and Jeremiah De Soto of Rocket Alumni Solutions to explore the dynamic journey of Rocket—from its early foundations to its cutting-edge innovations in athlete place…

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Five Favorites 23:12

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It’s cliche to say, but people will remind you all the time, Phil… “enjoy it, because time goes fast.” Cliche, but so true. We started this journey on The Missing Chapter Podcast nearly 5 years ago with moderate goals and realistic expectations. As we close out season 5, on the eve of season 6, Phil and I reflect on the amazing adventure that this …

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Where Are the Bones featuring Tracy Evans 31:00

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On June 18, 1815, the fields of Waterloo ran red with the blood of up to 20,000 soldiers and tens of thousands of horses. Eyewitnesses described the chaos: mass graves dug in haste, bodies burned, the stench of war hanging heavy in the air. War leaves behind bodies—that’s the hard truth. But what happens when those bodies… disappear? Over two centu…

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Climbing the PM ladder as an Intern with Sophia Ma 39:09

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In this episode, Sophia shares her journey from discovering product management to landing her first internships and building the technical and creative skills that set her apart. She offers practical advice for breaking into PM as a student, covering timelines and applications, side projects, and networking tips. Whether you’re curious about the te…

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Penny University 22:41

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If you’re a listener to our podcast for any length of time, you’ll know and appreciate our love for coffee. I mean, for goodness sake, we start every episode with an actual pour of coffee into one of our MC mugs! So if you step into our podcast, you’ll hear the coffee. If you step into our classroom, you’ll smell the coffee. And today, we merge wit…

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Make Mud Not War 22:42

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Everyone loves a good story, and lately, especially with the advent of social media, everyone loves a good conspiracy. Something that boggles the mind - a situation, scenario, or series of events that seem to defy our civilian minds and almost sparks our innate curiosity, triggering what we were made to do…learn. And then it’s our duty to investiga…

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From Harvard to Spotify: On Building Culture-Defining Products, Product Thinking Frameworks, and Finding Your PM Voice 51:07

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In this episode of the UWaterloo Product Management Podcast, Rodolfo, a seasoned product leader whose work has shaped the way millions experience music, creativity, and connection. With an impressive track record at Meta, Reddit, Cameo, and Spotify, Rodolfo brings a rare blend of strategic rigor, cultural sensitivity, and creative experimentation t…

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Customer-First Product Management: Perspectives on Deep User Understanding vs Technical Expertise at a Series B Startup 52:20

2M ago52:20

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In this episode, we sit down with David Currie, a Product Manager at Pepper, a hyper-growth Series B startup, who brings a unique perspective on what it really takes to succeed in product management. With a background spanning engineering to solutions engineering to product, David shares hard-won insights about prioritizing customer understanding o…

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Episode 377: Coach John Ford- Head Football Coach at Effingham HS in Springfield, GA 49:56

2M ago49:56

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🏈 Coaching Journey & Achievements Coach Ford was hired by Effingham County High School in January 2021 to lead the Rebels football program. Before joining ECHS, he served as defensive coordinator at Bleckley County High School for two seasons. His head coaching résumé includes successful stints at Roswell High School and Buford High School, where h…

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From Spear To Saint 21:44

2M ago21:44

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Everyone loves a good story. And I think everyone would love it if the news was actually filled with good news. The word Gospel means just that, good news. And within the Gospel account of Jesus, there are many unbelievable stories and accounts in and out of the Bible that are just downright good stories. Today on the Missing Chapter, I’ll bring yo…

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Episode 376: Coach Kevin Abrams- "“Coaching in the Digital Era: Spotlight on Coach-Portal” 1:02:54

2M ago1:02:54

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Kevin Abrams is the Co-founder and CEO of Coach Portal, a platform built by coaches, for coaches, designed to give every coach visibility, access to career opportunities, and a chance to be discovered. Before founding Coach Portal, Kevin spent 11 seasons as a Division 1 college football coach—first as a student assistant and quality control coach a…

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Today's Forecast? Another Great Story 22:34

2M ago22:34

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Is there any job outside of maybe sports betting, where people put their faith into trying to predict the future? How many times have you found yourself making long-range outdoor plans, only to have things ruined, by an unexpected thunderstorm or even a snow storm? Today, the Missing Chapter looks at the history of one of our most frustrating profe…

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A Great Podcast... Aisle 5 18:42

2M ago18:42

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It’s an unavoidable task in one’s life and we all fall into 2 camps… those who don’t mind grocery shopping and those that loath it. But today, at least, we have options… options on where to go or simply on how to get our groceries. Which grocery store is closest, most convenient, or offers the best produce? Do you want to order our groceries online…

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Howe Caverns Part II 13:51

2M ago13:51

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Go in depth and underground in one of NY State's natural wonders - in our first inaugural video podcast! Last week, we talked about the beauty of Howe's underground Caverns, and now this week you get to see a small glimpse! In our Part II episode, we re-cap our experience with April Islip and her willingness to give us a private tour! Join us today…

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From Intern to Impact: Navigating PM Growth at Microsoft 36:33

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What does it take to grow from an intern still figuring it all out to leading high-visibility products at one of the world’s most iconic tech companies? In this episode of the UWaterloo Product Management Podcast, August sits down with Swarathmika Kakivaya, a Product Manager II at Microsoft, to unpack her 6+ year journey — starting from her Explore…

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Howe Caverns Part I 33:49

3M ago33:49

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We’ve taken The Missing Chapter on the road… and underground! In our inaugural “on location” episode. 156-ft. below the earth’s surface to be exact, Phil. Howe Caverns has opened its doors an hour early for us and given us exclusive access to the caves to let you know… our worldwide audience… the incredible history behind these natural wonders. Tha…

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Clap For The Wolfman 30:49

3M ago30:49

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As technology continues to evolve, there are many jobs, careers, professions that slowly shrink in popularity and necessity, in some cases, become completely obsolete. Today’s generation may never know that some of these occupations even existed, much less played such important roles in our culture. Such is the plight of the first talk show host/ta…

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Episode 374: Chris Verde (Core-Restore Innovator) 56:41

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Podcast Interview Guide for Coach Kevin Furtado Guest: Chris Verdi – Muscle Activation Techniques (MATRx®) Specialist & Founder of Core Restore, HIP-A-LINE, and The Core Restore Training System™ INTRO TO CHRIS VERDI Chris Verdi is a certified MATRx® Specialist—the highest level of certification offered by Muscle Activation Techniques®, with onl…

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Top 5 Did You Knows 27:34

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I think we’ve all been there…you know, the awkward-silence moments where the semi-stranger is kind of looking around with nothing to say really. And you’re just waiting for someone in the room, anyone, to break the awkward silence with something…anything! Or you’re having a conversation with someone and it’s going fairly well, then all of a sudden …

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Totally RATical 7:07

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If you’re anything like us, we love a good espionage story - the dramatics, the technology involved, the action, the secrecy - there’s something about the topic that always grabs our attention - like a good James Bond film, or Mission Impossible. We just love it. And then one day it kind of dawned on us, how often do these cinematic stories take pl…

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Monopolizing Monopoly 22:02

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Growing up in the 80s and 90s has created a memory bank for the Phils here on the MC that is riddled with, in our opinion, the best era for movies, music, and sports. I know what you’re thinking, we’re part of that common phenomena that has fallen into generation snobbery - thinking that our generation is the best generation. Well, other than the r…

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Rain, Rain, Go Away 4:53

4M ago4:53

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It remains quite remarkable the number of gadgets and gizmos that any automobile or truck comes standardly equipped with in the year 2025. I can get an aerial, 360-degree view of my surroundings to make sure I am safely backing out of my garage. I can type-in GPS coordinates for a vacation destination and know, to the minute, when my family and I w…

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Flash In The Pan 22:32

4M ago22:32

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The Missing Chapter is taking you out to the ballgame! Now, this isn’t the first time that we’ve delved into the baseball diamond or the vast list of characters who help make up it’s colorful, storied past, but today’s episode is different and sure to surprise even the most avid of baseball fans: August 24th, 1919 and the crowd roars as Cleveland p…

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Let's (Lo) Go! 23:27

4M ago23:27

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Hey everyone, today on the Missing Chapter Podcast, we take a deeper look at some items we look at every single day, without ever asking ourselves what they are and what they mean. My esteemed colleague and friend over here, Phil Horender, talked about one of these iconic symbols in S4E15 and it became one of our top 5 most listened to episodes - t…

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65: Religion as Make-Believe (with Neil Van Leeuwen) 58:14

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Is religious belief a form of make-believe — and if so, what deeper truths might we be acting out? Neil Van Leeuwen joins Igor and Charles to explore the psychological roots of religion, the nature of belief, and how sacred values shape group identity. Igor reflects on the blurring line between religious and political convictions, Neil argues that …

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History's Forgotten Runner 20:40

4M ago20:40

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Ok Missing Chapter fans, how many of you enjoy participating in and watching sports? If you’re a sports fan, like the Phils here, then you can sit down at the end of a work day and decompress by watching your favorite team, or watch a random game with a random team just because of the entertainment value. What is it that draws us in? How is it that…

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Episode 373: Coach Molly Goodenbour (Head Women's Basketball Coach at University of San Francisco) "The Lady Don's Player Development System" 1:21:39

5M ago1:21:39

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EDUCATION: Stanford - 1989-93 YEARS AT SAN FRANCISCO: Sept. 2016 - Present CAREER HIGHLIGHTS AT SAN FRANCISCO: Molly Goodenbour, a two-time national champion at Stanford who has over a decade of head coaching experience on the collegiate level, was named the ninth head coach in University of San Francisco women's basketball history on Sept. 28, 201…

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The Odds Were SAXed Against Him 23:46

5M ago23:46

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His life is remarkable enough to be considered for an episode of the Missing Chapter Podcast. His innate ability to cheat death can only be rivaled by a figure in history like a Gregory Rasputin. As a child, it’s reported, that he survived a fall of some three-stories, he drank acidic water that he mistook for milk, swallowed a rather large needle,…

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What The Helmet? 16:49

5M ago16:49

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Have you ever had an idea that in your mind sounds great, but in reality, the execution doesn’t really pan out successfully? I think we’ve all been there. Take out an ingredient in a recipe, and exchange it for what you think would be an upgrade…turns out to be the most vile thing you’ve ever tasted. A shortcut that makes sense in your head, but en…

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Episode 372: Coach Tony Pappas ("Building a Championship Practice") - Head Girls Basketball Coach at Waterloo HS in Waterloo, Iowa 1:55:53

5M ago1:55:53

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episode 372 of the championship vision podcast today we have Dr. Anthony Pappas. Dr. Pappas I'm going to tell you right now and he's in his 45th year as head coach of the Waterloo West High School and 48th year overall as head coach as a prep athlete played on Mason City High School basketball. and baseball teams that participated in five state tou…

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Just Roll With It 20:40

5M ago20:40

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Have you ever skipped stones before? You know, going to a body of water, finding the flattest stones you can gather, and side-arming the disc shaped rocks like you’re an MLB submarine pitcher. I don’t know about you, but my goal was always 3, let’s see if we can skip it 3 times in a row. Anything under that, failure, anything over that, celebration…

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Former Indian Ambassador to Canada on how Canada India Relations normalize? 1:01:09

5M ago1:01:09

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In this episode of Government Policy Unpacked, Rupesh Patel welcomes the distinguished former Indian High Commissioner to Canada, Ajay Bisaria, to unpack the complex dynamics of Canada-India relations during a pivotal moment in global diplomacy. With the upcoming Canadian election on the horizon and the political climate shifting, this conversation…

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Ice Cream Sunday 18:19

5M ago18:19

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It’s almost that time again, everyone - warm weather, the glowing orb in the sky is back, no more gray all day, and one of the go-to’s for cooling down on a hot, summer day - ice cream. You can have ice cream all year round, right? But can you have soft serve all year round in upstate NY? I guess, but it’s just not the same. In our household, soft …

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Deepfakes, disruption, and the AI tsunami - Is Canada Ready? 46:58

5M ago46:58

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In this conversation, Rupesh Patel and Wyatt Tessari L'Allié discuss the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for society, governance, and safety. They explore the exponential growth of AI capabilities, the importance of responsible AI governance, and the role of government in regulating AI technologies. The discussi…

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Getting Into PM Internships: Advice I Wish I'd Had Earlier 33:45

5M ago33:45

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This episode flips the usual format. Instead of chatting with someone who’s already graduated, we sat down with Palak Agarwal, a 4A Computational Math student who's navigated multiple PM internships - from early-stage startups to companies like Scotiabank, Arteria AI, and Gamma - and is heading to Microsoft next. Join us for refreshingly honest con…

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Episode 371: Coach Bradley Sutphin ("2-3 Matchup Zone Defense" ) Head Girls Basketball Coach at Narrows HS in Narrows, VA) 1:30:05

5M ago1:30:05

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Head Coach Bradley Sutphin will begin his fourth season at Narrows High School and his 16 overall season coaching. Coach Sutphin has previously coached at Fort Chiswell High School, George Wythe High School, and Pulaski County High School. During his 17 years Coach Sutphin has coached Football, Basketball, Baseball, and Softball. Coach Sutphin led …

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Drip, Drip, Boom! 17:11

5M ago17:11

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Everyone loves a good magic trick. My kids love showing me card tricks, coin tricks, and my favorite, the bippity boppity boo magic wand tricks that makes something appear or disappear. If only we could do that in real life right? Well, in 1915, a group of Allied forces kind of did. In a brilliant evacuation plan, or in this sense, disappearing act…

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Canada's carbon tax has been axed, so what's next in the fight against climate change? 15:09

6M ago15:09

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Canada’s carbon tax has been a defining policy in the fight against climate change, but with rising costs and shifting political tides, the tax has been axed. In this episode of Government Policy Unpacked, I dive into why the carbon tax was introduced, how it was meant to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and what led to being scrapped. But what’s n…

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James Nasium 20:53

6M ago20:53

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For this episode of the Missing Chapter, we’re tapping into one of our new segments, the MC Profile. This individual, to be mentioned later, and hopefully identified by my co-host and our listeners, is a normal, everyday kind of man who had an affinity for activity, fun, and thinking outside the box. His life story is filled with unbelievable obsta…

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Morse Code 4:20

6M ago4:20

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In February 1825, Samuel Morse, was painting in New York City, blissfully unaware of the tragic news that was about to befall him. At the age of 34, he was carrying out a $1000 commission to paint the Marquis de Lafayette, a returning American Revolutionary War hero, and life was going well. Little did Morse know, however, that his wife, Lucretia, …

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Episode 370: Coach Joe Willis/Billy Teedan (Owners of the "How Are You Wired Podcast") 1:06:58

6M ago1:06:58

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Billy Teedan Coach Teeden just finished his 10th season as the Head Boys Basketball Coach at Plant City High School. He has led the Raiders to 8 regional appearances and a district championship title. Prior to coaching and teaching at Plant City, he was the Head Boys Basketball coach at East Bay High School. In six seasons, he became the all-time w…

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64: The Potency and Potential of Social Networks (with Nicholas Christakis) 59:14

6M ago59:14

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Are your choices really your own — or are they quietly shaped by the people around you? Nicholas Christakis joins Igor and Charles to reveal the hidden power of social networks, from the surprising spread of kindness and cooperation to the ripple effects that shape our health, decisions, and even our wisdom. Igor uncovers the invisible social force…

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ZIP It! 19:04

6M ago19:04

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Some of our veteran listeners of the Missing Chapter know a little something about us…the Phils love their 80s and 90s movies and sitcoms. We loved our Saturday morning cartoons, our Saved By The Bell routine, and our Fresh Prince of Bel Air rapping montage. My sisters, though, were addicted to one of the 90s shows that was a huge hit…Beverly Hills…

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Candle In The Wind 24:39

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On June 13, 1926, 26-year-old Gladys Baker brought her 2-week-old daughter, to the foster home of Ida and Wayne Bolender in Hawthorne, California. There was no sign of any father—officially unknown - though Baker would insist for years that it was a Hollywood Studios employee named Charles Stanley Gifford. The sad drop-off of an infant and the sudd…

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Ontario votes 2025: Healthcare and Housing (Part 2) 37:50

7M ago37:50

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In this conversation, as the Ontario election looms, Rupesh Patel and Malumir Logan delve into pressing issues facing Ontarians - healthcare and housing. They discuss the challenges of accessing primary care, the burden on healthcare professionals, and the complexities surrounding housing, including infrastructure and regulatory hurdles. The conver…

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Ontario votes 2025: The things you need to know about (Part 1) 39:30

7M ago39:30

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In this episode of Government Policy Unpacked, Rupesh Patel and Malumir Logan discuss the recent surprise election in Ontario, emphasizing the importance of voter engagement and understanding party platforms. They explore how civic responsibility extends beyond just voting, encouraging listeners to critically analyze political promises and their im…