eX-skeptic is a story-driven, conversational podcast that helps listeners understand why people dismiss or believe in God and Christianity. Interviewing one former atheist or skeptic each show, host Jana Harmon encourages both Christians and skeptics to consider what motivates thoughtful, intelligent people to move from disbelief to belief. www.exskeptic.org
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The Heathen: There & Back Again Interviews, comedy, music, story-telling
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The Podcast from Australia for Science and Reason. Join Richard Saunders and his team of reporters for your weekly dose of skeptical news and interviews, reports and comments. Past guests have included, James Randi, Stephen Fry, Tim Minchin, Eugenie Scott, Dr Phil Plait, Michael Marshall, Dr Steve Novella, Dr Pamela Gay, Jon Ronson, Dr Ben Goldacre, Simon Singh, Prof. Richard Wiseman, Dick Smith, Banachek, Prof. Chris French, George Hrab, Tim Ferguson, Dr Paul Willis and many, many more. Fea ...
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Welcome to Spaced Out Radio, your nightly journey into the realms of the paranormal, UFOs, ghosts, cryptids, Sasquatch, and Dogman. Broadcasting live from the heart of the unexplained, our show delves deep into the mysterious and supernatural, exploring the strange, the unknown, and the inexplicable. Join us as we navigate through encounters with extraterrestrial beings, sightings of unidentified flying objects, eerie ghostly apparitions, legendary cryptids lurking in the shadows, and the el ...
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The How to Train a Happy Mind podcast brings meditation to modern people hungry for happy, meaningful lives. Each week, host Scott Snibbe and his guests share powerful mind training techniques that go beyond mindfulness to harness our intelligence, emotions, and imagination. Learn how to build a happy mind, fulfilling relationships, and a better world through a secular approach to meditation that is based on modern science and psychology, yet grounded in the authentic thousand-year old Tibet ...
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In each episode, we talk with inspiring scientists, thinkers, and other self-actualized individuals who will give you a greater understanding of yourself, others, and the world we live in. Scott Barry Kaufman explores the depths of human potential and tries to get a glimpse into human possibility in every episode.
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Join us every other Thursday to understand how new technologies are shaping the way we live, work, and think. Your Undivided Attention is produced by Senior Producer Julia Scott and Researcher/Producer is Joshua Lash. Sasha Fegan is our Executive Producer. We are a member of the TED Audio Collective.
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Scott and Peter from Go Cleanse answer all your questions about your health and wellbeing.
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Point of Inquiry is the Center for Inquiry's flagship podcast, where the brightest minds of our time sound off on all the things you're not supposed to talk about at the dinner table: science, religion, and politics. Guests have included Brian Greene, Susan Jacoby, Richard Dawkins, Ann Druyan, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Eugenie Scott, Adam Savage, Bill Nye, and Francis Collins. Point of Inquiry is produced at the Center for Inquiry in Amherst, N.Y.
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Peter Adamson, Professor of Philosophy at the LMU in Munich and at King's College London, takes listeners through the history of philosophy, "without any gaps". www.historyofphilosophy.net
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The Atheist Experience is a weekly show in Austin, Texas geared at a non-atheist and atheist audience. The Atheist Experience is produced by the Atheist Community of Austin. The Atheist Community of Austin is organized as a nonprofit educational corporation to develop and support the atheist community, to provide opportunities for socializing and friendship, to promote secular viewpoints, to encourage positive atheist culture, to defend the first amendment principle of state-church separatio ...
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As the world continues to accelerate in complexity and ambiguity, leaders cannot afford to settle for mediocrity. You need to be at your best, your team does, as well as your organization. Thus, you need to be peak performers. The Peak Performance Leadership Podcast is here for you to achieve just that. This weekly podcast will help you find new ways to become the best leader than you can be. I take the lessons learned from my 20+ years of leadership experience coupled with the world's best ...
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An improvised satire from the staff of a fictional mega church. Mega is a critically acclaimed podcast that satirizes contemporary megachurches and their associated evangelical subculture. Hosted by Holly Laurent and Greg Hess it was named "Best Satire" by Vulture. Mega features a variety of comedians, actors, podcasters and thinkers including Louie Anderson, Lauren Lapkus, Duncan Trussell, Jason Mantzoukas, Paul Scheer, Lisa Gilroy, Scott Aukerman, Tom Papa, Jen Hatmaker, and podcasters fro ...
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Life is freaking hard. We are all doing hard things every single day – things like loving and losing; caring for children and parents; forging and ending friendships; battling addiction, illness, and loneliness; struggling in our jobs, our marriages, and our divorces; setting boundaries; and fighting for equality, purpose, freedom, joy, and peace. On We Can Do Hard Things, Glennon Doyle, author of UNTAMED; her wife Abby Wambach; and her sister Amanda Doyle do the only thing they’ve found tha ...
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Troy Bond, Brent Birnbaum & Slater Harrison in Secret Identity, where comics talk comics. Whether you're a veteran nerd or know absolutley nothing about the heroes in tights, we would be honored if you would join us. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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When it comes to sports talk in the morning, especially Bills and Sabres, there is only once source in Buffalo... The "Jeremy and Joe Show"! There is no other morning show in Western New York that offers you the chance to sound off on your teams the morning after the game like "Jeremy and Joe". Jeremy White and Joe DiBiase break it all down, and give you exclusive access to the Bills and Sabres with a star studded weekly lineup of guests including: - Tuesdays at 8 a.m. (DURING HOCKEY SEASON) ...
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Thought-provoking, not thought-providing. Ian Scott and Covington Doan created this show to spark curiosity and inspire you to consider meaningful questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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(Apple's Best of 2018) In-depth conversations with people at the top of their game. Jordan Harbinger unpacks guests' wisdom into practical nuggets you can use to impact your work, life, and relationships. Learn from leaders (Ray Dalio, Simon Sinek, Mark Cuban), entertainers (Moby, Tip "T.I." Harris, Dennis Quaid), scientists (Neil deGrasse Tyson, Bill Nye), athletes (Kobe Bryant, Dennis Rodman, Tony Hawk) and an eclectic array of fascinating minds, from art forgers and arms traffickers to sp ...
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The Peak Performance Podcast offers direct, practical health tips and facts to enhance your life. It focuses on straightforward advice for physical and mental well-being optimization.
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An award winning daily podcast, John Lee Dumas interviews the most successful and inspiring Entrepreneurs 7-days a week to bring you the top business strategies. Entrepreneurs On Fire has over 175 million listens and 4500+ episodes. JLD has turned Entrepreneurs On Fire into a media empire that has generated over 7-figures of NET annual revenue 12-years running. For all the resources, visit EOFire.com.
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What happens when a believer and a skeptic come together? They host a paranormal podcast that combines their love of history and hauntings!! Join us each week as we tell tales of famous, infamous, and almost famous locations around the world, and why they became terrifying places to visit.
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There are constantly new tokens, DeFi projects, NFTs collections and DAOs being launched – but how can you make sense of everything going on in the crypto space? From the hype to the scams, TechCrunch senior crypto reporter Jacquelyn Melinek explores the impact of crypto on finance, art, web3, and society as a whole. Whether you’re a fan or a skeptic, every Thursday, Jacquelyn chats with a crypto expert, learning alongside you to break down the nuance behind the wild world of crypto. Chain R ...
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Your thoughts upload your reality!
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Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation is our Mission Real Stories. Radical Shifts. Relentless Hope. Each week, join physiotherapist and movement coach Maz McRae as she dives into raw, real conversations with everyday people who’ve reclaimed their lives from stubborn, chronic back pain. Either that, or practitioners helping heal. These 30-minute episodes explore the unexpected turning points—be it mindset, movement, emotion, or something totally outside the box—that helps build resilience and a n ...
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Crush Your Inner Skeptic: Building Leadership Trust from Within | Scott McCarthy | Episode 349
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16:46Every leader, no matter their level of experience, encounters an inner skeptic—a doubting voice that questions whether they’re hearing genuine input or simply what others think they want to hear. This internal tension can erode trust, create isolation, and hinder clarity in decision-making. Understanding how to distinguish between genuine feedback …
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Christen Press & Tobin Heath Protect What Matters Most (Best Of)
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59:31Three soccer legends and Glennon go on an epic double date! Our beloved Pod Squader, Christen Press, is back with Tobin Heath to share their revolutionary reimagining of what life and love look like when you protect the sacred – and the resistance in doing things quietly and privately, especially within the queer community. How to be free and indep…
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Best of the Bills on WGR: Were Offseason Moves Enough?
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1:37:08In the best of the Bills on WGR this week, Cameron Wolfe & Sam Monson join to reflect on the offseason; Jeremy & Joe say what the Bills' Achilles Heel could be & predict Joey Bosa's output; One Bills Live previews Training Camp
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The Skeptic Zone #873 - 29.June.2025
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1:03:030:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 0:04:04 The Book of Tim. For Tim Mendham This week we pay tribute to retiring editor of the Skeptic Magazine, Tim Mendham. After many years of hard work behind the scenes and in front of the scenes, Tim is stepping back to enjoy more of his hobbies. These include skeptical investigations and BBQs! Congratulatio…
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Best of The Jeremy and Joe Show 6.23-6.27
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1:23:29The best of The Jeremy and Joe Show on WGR Sports Radio 550! This weeks edition includes remembering the last time the Sabres won a trade, questioning the Sabres ability to spend to the cap, the reaction to a controversial Kevyn Adams press conference, a fun check in with the youtube chat, recapping the JJ Peterka trade, and a heated discussion aro…
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Best of the Sabres on WGR: JJ Peterka Traded to Utah
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1:29:20The best conversations about the Sabres this week from The Jeremy & Joe Show, The Extra Point Show, Schopp & the Bulldog, and Sabres Live. Diving into all the angles of the JJ Peterka trade to the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday night. How do fans feel about the move? Will this be Buffalo's biggest swing? Plus, Darren Dreger, Paul Hamilton, and Joe Yerdo…
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Empowering People, Creating Value and Driving Change with John Swigart: An EOFire Classic from 2022
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20:49From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. John Swigart, who was named a 2020 Mid-Atlantic Entrepreneur of the Year, has been responsible for over…
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June 27/25 - Finding Bigfoot with Carter Buschardt
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2:53:48Author and researcher Carter Buschardt comes in to talk about many of his sasquatch investigations around the state of Missouri. For more than 20-years Carter has looked into the cryptid realm, including having his own encounters with dogman and bigfoot. His drive to see them again keeps his research going, in helping people with their encounters. …
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What Is Our Rage Telling Us? with Dr. Becky Kennedy (Best Of)
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53:03Dr. Becky Kennedy is back to discuss something rarely talked about: “mom rage” – and the crucial connection between anger and our unmet needs. What leads to these explosive moments – and why it's more common than we might think; How understanding the story behind the rage moment can help us figure out what led to it and what we need. The impact of …
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6-10am FULL SHOW - Joe DiBiase talks about the value of the JJ Peterka trade, where the Sabres should target next in a trade or free agency, and how the team can improve the fastest.
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Hour 1 - Is another big move coming for the Buffalo Sabres?
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43:266-7am Hour 1 - Joe DiBiase talks about how close the Sabres are to making another trade and what more is needed for this team to become a playoff contender.
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Hour 2 - How skeptical are you about Sabres trades?
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38:057-8am Hour 2 - Joe DiBiase talks about the skepticism that comes with almost any Sabres trade in recent years and discusses why it's warranted.
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8-9am Hour 3 - Joe DiBiase talks about the reports surrounding the JJ Peterka trade and what the Sabres reportedly left on the table when they took the Utah trade offer.
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Hour 4 - What will Michael Kesselring do for Owen Power's game?
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39:319-10am Hour 4 - Joe DiBiase talks with Brogan Houston on the JJ Peterka trade and what Michael Kesselring and Josh Doan bring to the Buffalo Sabres. With Owen Power likely being paired with Kesselring, how will that help his game?
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9:30AM Hour 4 Joe DiBiase and Owen Parker discuss Owen Power's journey in the NHL so far, and why he cold be due to break out. The guys highlight his young age, and need to develop physically.
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Brogan Houston on Michael Kesselring and Josh Doan
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21:179:00AM Hour 4 Joe DiBiase is joined by Brogan Houston so he can share the Utah perspective on the JJ Peterka trade. The guys discuss what Kesselring and Doan will bring to the Sabres.
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Why Aren't There More Offer Sheets in the NHL?
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11:418:30AM Hour 3 Joe DiBiase gets a call asking why the Sabres don't use offer sheets. He breaks down some of the factors that make the offer sheets so rare.
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What Did Sabres Leave on the Table in JJ Peterka Deal?
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23:518:00AM Hour 3 Joe DiBiase discusses the reports of what the Sabres had offered for potential JJ Peterka deals. He also questions whether the Sabres will be able to replace Peterka's production.
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Sabres Fans have the Right to be Skeptical
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15:357:30AM Hour 2 Joe DiBiase and Owen Parker discuss the Sabres and take a call from a frustrated fan. The guys push back on a few of his points, but share that Sabres fans have a right to be upset about the team.
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Wimbledon Windup with The Athletic's Charlie Eccleshare
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44:52Jordan Robinson is back to recap another wild week in women's sports, and is joined by The Athletic's Charlie Eccleshare to dig into the outlook heading into Wimbledon, and why it is quietly one of the greatest events at championing equality. Plus the latest on WNBA money moves, adidas shoe deals, and this week's TV Guide!…
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7:00AM Hour 2 Joe DiBiase is joined by Paul Hamilton to discuss what he learned from the newest Buffalo Sabres in their introductory press conferences. Paul shares what he thinks the two additions could bring, and what else could be coming.
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How Many Moves Away are Sabres from Success?
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10:556:30AM Hour 1 Joe DiBiase and Owen Parker debate just how far the Buffalo Sabres are from finally finding success. The guys point to the defensive core as a real strength that could push them closer than many realize.
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6:00AM Hour 1 Joe DiBiase and producers Owen Parker and Josh Schmit discuss day one of the NHL draft tonight. The guys discuss the need for another addition to the Sabres forward group.
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How 3 Doctors Are Breaking The Sales Training Mold with Daniel Bai: An EOFire Classic from 2022
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26:19From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Dr. Daniel Bai, CEO of CloseForChiro, tackles the sensitive subject matter of sales head on. Alongside …
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June 26/25 - Our Cryptid World with Bryan Bowden
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2:53:29The man of a thousand podcasts, cryptid researcher and experiencer Bryan Bowden came in to talk some Sasquatch and Dogman. Why people think it's so easy to photograph or film these creatures was a hot button discussion. Also, have you ever thought about what you'd do, or how you'd react to having a close encounter with a cryptid or a UFO? Become a …
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1175: Text Fight Turns You Into a Villain Overnight | Feedback Friday
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1:08:30You thought you were the supportive boyfriend. She rewrote you as the villain. When did your love story get such a dark edit? Welcome to Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week…
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EP 69: Quantum Energy Explained: From Skepticism to Science with Leela Quantum Tech
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31:57Podcast Summary What if healing, protection from EMFs, and even boosted performance could happen… invisibly? In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, Coach Kyle sits down with Todd Shipman, spokesperson for Leela Quantum Tech, to unravel the mystery of quantum energy and frequency-based wellness tools. Todd explains what quantum energy real…
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6-10am FULL SHOW - Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio breakdown the JJ Peterka trade and what the positives and negatives are for the Sabres. The team now adds a defenseman and another forward in place of Peterka, will that be the start of a busy offseason for the Sabres? Matt Bové and Paul Hamilton join the show to talk about the trades value. Steven El…
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Hour 1 - JJ Peterka has been traded to the Utah Mammoth
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42:596-7am Hour 1 - Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio react to the overnight trade of JJ Peterka and breakdown who the Sabres got in return and if it was enough for the young offensive forward.
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Hour 2 - Are the Sabres headed in the right direction?
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37:457-8am Hour 2 - Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio talk where the Sabres turn to next after the JJ Peterka trade and discuss if the team is headed in the right direction or if this move makes them worse.
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Hour 3 - How much does this trade set the Sabres back?
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41:478-9am Hour 3 - Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio talk with Matt Bové about the JJ Peterka trade and the kind of message it sends around the NHL and the Sabres locker room.
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Hour 4 - Are improvements on the blue line enough?
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42:369-10am Hour 4 - Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio talk with Paul Hamilton about the Sabres trade with the Utah Mammoth and if the trade will help the Sabres defense enough next season. Steven Ellis also joins the show to talk with the guys about the top players in this year's NHL Draft.
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9:30AM Hour 4 Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio are joined by Steven Ellis to preview tomorrow's NHL draft! Ellis shares some players to watch for the Sabres headed into round 1.
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Sabres Filled a Hole Through Peterka Trade with Paul Hamilton
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22:029:00AM Hour 4 Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio are joined by Paul Hamilton so he can share his thoughts on the JJ Peterka trade. The guys run through how Peterka wanted out, and what the Sabres got in return.
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8:30AM Hour 3 Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio analyze what the Sabres added to their roster with the JJ Peterka trade. The guys discuss defenseman Michael Kesselring's impact for the Sabres.
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8:00AM Hour 3 Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio are joined by Matt Bove to discuss the JJ Peterka news. Bove shares his thoughts on Peterka and the trade return.
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Sabres Did NOT Have to Make Peterka Trade Now
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10:257:30AM Hour 2 Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio continue to break down the JJ Peterka trade. Joe points out that the Sabres had all the leverage in the situation, and could have used it better.
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Does the JJ Peterka Trade Improve Sabres?
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22:087:00AM Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio continue to break down the JJ Peterka trade, wondering if the Sabres are overall improved now. They question how the Sabres will replace Peterka's goal production.
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6:30AM Hour 1 Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio continue to discuss the JJ Peterka trade. They take some calls for fans to gauge how the fanbase feels about the deal.
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6:00AM Hour 1 Joe DiBiase and Sal Capaccio react to the breaking news that Sabres F JJ Peterka has been dealt to the Utah Mammoth. The guys look at the trade return and how the team got to this point.
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Is AI Productivity Worth Our Humanity? with Prof. Michael Sandel
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46:45Tech leaders promise that AI automation will usher in an age of unprecedented abundance: cheap goods, universal high income, and freedom from the drudgery of work. But even if AI delivers material prosperity, will that prosperity be shared? And what happens to human dignity if our labor and contributions become obsolete? Political philosopher Micha…
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How to Dramatically Improve Conversions and Marketing Performance with Justin Christianson: An EOFire Classic from 2022
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20:53From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Justin Christianson is a self proclaimed numbers junky and a digital marketing veteran. Father, Husband…
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June 25/25 - UFOs Over the Northland with Anna Scott & Jer Nelson
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2:53:34Anna Scott & Jerr Nelson are proud MUFON members who are involved with the UFO Reporting Group in North Dakota and Northern Minnesota. Together they shared some of their most recent and highlighted reports on UFO sightings and encounters through out their areas. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--…
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1174: Brad Meltzer | The Life-Changing Magic of Empathy and Kindness
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1:15:50Kindness has become our culture's rarest magic trick. Author Brad Meltzer breaks down how life operates like a magic show — and why you're the magician! Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1174 What We Discuss with Brad Meltzer: Life mirrors magic tricks. Make the best version of yourself appear, harness your fears …
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423. Mean Girls & Mothers-in-Law: HOW TO DEAL Amanda, Glennon, and Abby talk parenting through kid conflict, why girls are taught to avoid confrontation, and how to raise kids who trust themselves. They dig into the real longing beneath criticism—especially with mothers-in-law—and why getting vulnerable is braver than getting loud. Plus, Abby share…
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FEED DROP! Introducing 🧠 Like Minds Ep. 1 "This is Dead People, Right?"
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39:27Mega's very own Greg Hess is producing this new comedy quiz show! Check out episode 1, and then head over and follow the show wherever you listen! This episode was written in the stars as Rehka Shankar (DropOut) and Patrick McDonald (Artists on Artists on Artists on Artists podcast, Smosh) navigate our first quiz! SHOW INFORMATION Like Mind…
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