Best Jason Mann Podcasts (2025)

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Season 5, Ep 69 - Automa-Tawny the Automaton Townie (w/ Tawny Newsome) 45:17

2d ago45:17

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Automa-Tawny the Automaton Townie is a clockwork robot that's a local in every town. She was also the winner of this year's March Magic bracket of powerful magic user despite little to no evidence of magical abilities. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Automa-Tawny: Tawny Newsome Flower: Brooke Breit Mysterious Man:…

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430: ‘Ersatz PopSocket’, With Andru Edwards 2:18:29

2d ago2:18:29

2:18:29

Special guest Andru Edwards joins the show. Topics include Google’s Pixel 10 event and the Pixel 10 family of devices, AI’s effect on computational photography, foldable phones, and some speculation on Apple’s September 9 “Awe Dropping” event. Sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. Se…

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Sananda Maitreya 56:01

5d ago56:01

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It’s been more than two decades since Sananda Maitreya last headlined a UK tour. Now, with nine dates booked, he’s returning not simply to revisit the past, but to present the “totality” of a career that’s defied the industry’s rulebook. In this interview, Sananda is frank and philosophical: on the early triumphs and bruises of Introducing the Hard…

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IMPRINT COMPANION: HUD w/Roxana Hadadi 15:00

5d ago15:00

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Hang onto your slipcases because Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) teams up with the legendary Roxana Hadadi to unbox, unpack and unveil the upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media release of HUD. In this episode, we discuss: Hud (1963) – Imprint Collection #432 Support: JOIN THE ONE HEAT MINUTE PATREON FOR AS LITTLE AS $1 A MONTH Follow the…

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AgeWell Middle Tennessee with Tiffany Mann 1:02:28

6d ago1:02:28

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Caring for aging loved ones can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate this journey alone. In this episode of You Matter Nashville, we sit down with Tiffany Mann, Elder Care Coach and Community Partnerships Manager at AgeWell Middle Tennessee, a local Nashville nonprofit celebrating 40 years of serving our community. Tiffany shares how A…

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WENT UP THE HILL w/ Writer-Director Samuel Van Grinsven 27:20

6d ago27:20

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To celebrate the Australian release of WENT UP THE HILL, I talk with director Samuel Van Grinsven about 9 months of living with his second feature, what it taught him about the importance of casting for directing, and so much more. Synopsis: Abandoned as a child, Jack travels to remote New Zealand to attend the funeral of his estranged mother Eliza…

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THE TOXIC AVENGER w/ Director Macon Blair 32:19

7d ago32:19

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To celebrate the Australian release of THE TOXIC AVENGER, I talk with director Macon Blair about the winding path to release, his excellent cast and recapturing that "7th grade making movies with your friends" feeling. Synopsis: When a downtrodden janitor, Winston Gooze, is exposed to a catastrophic toxic accident, he’s transformed into a new kind …

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429: ‘Weird Turtle Fake Out’, With Matthew Panzarino 2:13:44

8d ago2:13:44

2:13:44

Matthew Panzarino returns to the show. Topics include 007 logo creator Joe Caroff’s death at 103, Google’s weird “Made by Google” event hosted by Jimmy Fallon, the UK supposedly dropping its demand for an iCloud encryption backdoor, and Apple’s workaround for the Apple Watch blood oxygen sensor patent stalemate. Sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% …

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Season 5, Ep 68 - Honk if You're Hungry (w/ Ross Kimball) 47:03

9d ago47:03

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Honk the Assassin is back and you won't believe what he's... okay, fine, he's trying to kill Arnie. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Honk the Assassin: Ross Kimball Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garre…

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GUIDE FOR THE FILM FANATIC: “2001: A Space Odyssey” with Matt Zoller Seitz 1:24:12

10d ago1:24:12

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The bestselling author, Pulitzer finalist, and independent bookseller Matt Zoller Seitz takes a break from his very busy schedule to discuss a movie that not many people talk about, right? I mean, when was the last time you heard anyone talk about Stanley Kubrick’s “2001”? Matt also shares some writing tips and talks to us about MZS.press, the onli…

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Derek Shulman’s Giant Steps 33:57

12d ago33:57

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Derek Shulman returns to talk about his memoir Giant Steps, charting his journey from frontman of Simon Dupree and the Big Sound and Gentle Giant to music executive behind artists including Bon Jovi and AC/DC. Derek reflects on formative moments, witnessing his father’s death, early musical ambitions, his friendship with Elton John, forming Gentle …

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IMPRINT COMPANION: NEW YORK, NEW YORK w/ Bilge Ebiri 26:56

13d ago26:56

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Hang onto your slipcases because Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) teams up with the legendary Bilge Ebiri to unbox, unpack and unveil the upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media release of NEW YORK, NEW YORK (for which he authored a new essay). In this episode, we discuss: New York, New York (1977) – Imprint Collection #420 Support: JOIN TH…

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Season 2 Episode 12 Campfire Moto Stories – Featuring Jim Dunham! 2:20:37

15d ago2:20:37

2:20:37

We’re starting fresh with Jim Dunham – not just rerunning the episode but redoing it from the very beginning. Jim’s an 81-year-old rider who’s crossed the country on BMW motorcycles, served in a war, acted in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, and consulted on Tombstone. Cohosting with me is Coleman Owens, another seasoned cross-country rider. Bet…

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Season 5, Ep 67 - Five Finger Wolf Man (w/ Ify Nwadiwe) 45:09

16d ago45:09

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Five Finger Wolfman, the gambler-turned-werewolf, has a new plan to eat a grandma. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Five Finger Wolf Grandma: Ify Nwadiwe Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz …

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The Beatles: How Four Lads Rewrote History 1:12:24

19d ago1:12:24

1:12:24

Few music biographers have lived with the Beatles’ story quite like Philip Norman. Across shelves of bestsellers, Norman has charted the group’s myth and minutiae, from the Hamburg grind to Apple’s undoing. In a live conversation with Jason Barnard, he revisited his earliest encounters with the Fab Four, the writing of Shout!, and the shifting lens…

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Brain Injury Association of America TN Chapter with Stacy Mulder 50:27

20d ago50:27

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25,000 Tennesseans suffer new brain injuries every year, yet most people don't understand the "invisible injury" that survivors face daily. Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Stacey Mulder, Executive Director of the Brain Injury Association of America Tennessee chapter, as we explore this hidden health crisis in Middle Tennessee. Stacey r…

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tnAchieves with Graham Thomas 1:06:57

20d ago1:06:57

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Graham Thomas, Chief Community and Government Affairs Officer at tnAchieves, as he shares how Tennessee became the first state to offer tuition-free college to all students through the groundbreaking Tennessee Promise program. Graham takes us behind the scenes of this incredible journey—from a small Knox C…

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Season 2 Episode 11 Campfire Moto Stories – Featuring Brian Stokes! 3:10:47

21d ago3:10:47

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Brian Stokes joins us live! He’s a road racing legend with stories from the AMA paddock, Started in Motocross, raced supercross then went down the rabbit hole of wild track days, and everything in between. Whether you know him for his wins, his coaching, or just his personality in the pits, Brian’s been part of some epic chapters in motorcycle raci…

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Season 5, Ep 66 - Windsprinkle Now (w/ Peter Sagal) 50:13

23d ago50:13

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Windsprinkle the Unicorn is back to apologize for his terrible behavior in the past and share some new bad ideas for the future. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Windsprinkle: Peter Sagal Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Product…

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GUIDE FOR THE FILM FANATIC: “Body Double” with Megan Abbott 58:37

24d ago58:37

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Edgar award-winning, New York Times-bestselling crime novelist and confirmed cinephile Megan Abbott joins us to chat about her latest hit, “El Dorado Drive,” and her long history with one of Brian De Palma’s most controversial (and metatextual) movies. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-content Adv…

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CRITERION SESSIONS: BRAZIL w/ Nadine Whitney 49:13

26d ago49:13

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Hang onto your slipcases, because Blake Howard and the prolific and wise critic Nadine Whitney discuss the timeless quality of Terry Gilliam's BRAZIL, now in 4k. Brazil In the dystopian masterpiece Brazil, Jonathan Pryce plays a daydreaming everyman who finds himself caught in the soul-crushing gears of a nightmarish bureaucracy. This cautionary ta…

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Being Paul Jones: Reinvention, Longevity and the Call of the Blues 1:06:23

26d ago1:06:23

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In the second part of his live interview, Paul Jones charts his path beyond Manfred Mann, through film and stage work, and his return to music with The Blues Band. Recorded at the Cat Club, Paul recalls the cult 1967 film Privilege, before turning to sessions featuring Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Paul McCartney. He reflects on a riotous tour with T…

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Soles4Souls with Buddy Teaster 1:00:43

27d ago1:00:43

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From bankruptcy to billion-dollar impact: Nashville nonprofit leader Buddy Teaster shares how Soles4Souls transformed simple shoe donations into life-changing opportunities across 130 countries. When Buddy took over as CEO in 2012, Soles4Souls was losing $2.5 million annually and facing devastating press coverage. Today, they're on track to achieve…

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Season 5, Ep 65 - Tom the Memory (w/Steve Waltien live from NYC) 1:01:46

1M ago1:01:46

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Usidore summons a version of Tomblain Belaroth from before he was a king and before he wanted to kill Arnie. Recorded live in New York City at the City Winery. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Tomblain Belaroth: Steve Waltien Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate…

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Becoming Paul Jones: Early Influences, Manfred Mann and Making It 1:00:30

1M ago1:00:30

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In the first of a two-part interview, Paul Jones reflects on his formative years, from singing in cathedral choirs and discovering jazz, to forming a skiffle group and falling in love with the blues. Speaking live at The Cat Club, Paul offers sharp and often funny insights into his early career: turning down a young Brian Jones’s offer to front wha…

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428: ‘Michigan-Starred Fine Dining’, With Louie Mantia 3:05:39

1M ago3:05:39

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Special guest Louie Mantia joins the show to talk about Liquid Glass, the various OS 26 updates, and the worrisome state of Apple’s UI design overall. Also: sandwiches. Sponsored by: Quip: A supercharged clipboard manager and text expander for Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Notion: The best AI tool for work, with your notes, docs, and projects in one space…

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NEVER GET BUSTED! w/co-director David Anthony Ngo 27:01

1M ago27:01

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To celebrate the Australian premiere at the Melbourne International Film Festival of NEVER GET BUSTED!, the utterly compelling documentary about narco-officer turned activist Barry Cooper, I talked with co-director David Anthony Ngo about this true American original, who subjects either "love, hate or have never met." Synopsis: Written and directed…

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CRITERION SESSIONS: THE WIZ w/ Candice Frederick 59:21

1M ago59:21

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Hang onto your slipcases, because Blake Howard and award-winning culture reporter and critic Candice Frederick ruminate on THE WIZ and how Sidney Lumet, Joel Schumacher, Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Richard Pryor and Quincy Jones make it more than significant. The Wiz L. Frank Baum’s timeless story The Wonderful Wizard of Oz gets a funky reimaginin…

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TOO MUCH MOVIE: AMERICAN PSYCHO 1:01:30

1M ago1:01:30

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FOR THE LATEST EPISODE OF THIS 90S CELEBRATION PODCAST, WE (HOSTS CHRIS CANDY, ROB BELUSHI, AND BLAKE HOWARD) GO TO THE BOOKEND OF THE DECADE, AMERICAN PSYCHO. Thank you so much for the ongoing support! Join our Patreon for as little as $1 a month for exclusive weekly podcasts + access to the OHM discord here. One Heat Minute Productions WEBSITE: o…

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SHE RIDES SHOTGUN w/author and co-screenwriter Jordan Harper 25:50

1M ago25:50

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To celebrate the release of SHE RIDES SHOTGUN, a new crime thriller, I talked with the author and co-screenwriter Jordan Harper about the joy of watching his work remixed by director Nick Rowland, co-screenwriters Ben Collins & Luke Piotrowski and stars Taron Egerton and Ana Sophia Heger. Synopsis: In the gritty, explosive action-thriller She Rides…

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Season 5, Ep 64 - Flower's Bar (w/ Brooke Breit) 50:07

1M ago50:07

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We return to the tavern the Ruffled Feather, on the outskirts of Hogsface, and its new owner is Flower the talking flower. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Flower: Brooke Breit Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordin…

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GUIDE FOR THE FILM FANATIC: “The Firemen’s Ball” with Liam Billingham 1:03:23

1M ago1:03:23

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The co-host of two of our favorite movie pods, “Die Hard on a Blank” and “48 Hours of Buddy Movies,” joins us to discuss Miloš Forman’s final Czech picture, the sharp-as-a-shiv social satire “The Firemen’s Ball.” Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.co…

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427: ‘The Shift-2 Crowd’, With Jason Snell 2:12:15

1M ago2:12:15

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Jason Snell returns to the show to talk about the early PC platform rivalries of the 1980s, iOS 26 leaks (and Apple suing YouTuber Jon Prosser), the various Apple OS 26 public betas and the state of Liquid Glass, and more. (Where by “more” I mean a little baseball and keyboard nerdery.) Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off p…

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IMPRINT COMPANION: IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT 4K w/ Travis Woods 37:06

1M ago37:06

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Hang onto your slipcases because Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) teams up with the legendary Travis Woods to unbox, unpack and unveil the upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media release of IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT (for which he authored a new essay). In this episode, we discuss: In The Heat Of The Night (1967) – 4K UHD + Blu-ray Limited Ed…

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Ray Ennis – The Swinging Blue Jeans 1:17:15

1M ago1:17:15

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As the voice and driving force of The Swinging Blue Jeans, Ray Ennis helped shape the sound of Merseybeat, blending trad jazz and beat music into hits including ‘Hippy Hippy Shake’ and ‘You’re No Good.’ Ray reflects on the Cavern Club days, where The Beatles supported them, the group’s Hamburg education, and the missed chances that might have made …

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REBOOT Recovery with Evan & Jenny Owens 1:08:45

1M ago1:08:45

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What started in a Nashville area living room has now helped over 30,000 people heal from trauma worldwide. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Evan and Jenny Owens, founders of REBOOT Recovery, as they share how their faith-based peer recovery model is transforming lives by addressing what traditional therapy often misses - the spiritual wou…

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Season 5, Ep 63 - Bridge Troll Now (w/ Padraic Connelly) 51:43

1M ago51:43

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Returning to Hogsface means crossing the Ashit Bridge and dealing with Clovis the bridge troll. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Clovis the Bridge Troll: Padraic Connelly Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination:…

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Mike Batt on songwriting and his symphony 46:56

2M ago46:56

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Few musicians of Mike Batt’s vintage are still pushing creative boundaries with the same fervour that defined their youth. In a career-spanning conversation, Mike discusses his Kickstarter campaign for his Ukraine Symphony; a four-movement orchestral work shaped by war, hope, and human resilience. The interview touches on everything from his self-t…

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GUIDE FOR THE FILM FANATIC: “Five Fingers of Death” and “Enter the Dragon” with Grady Hendrix and Chris Poggiali 1:09:49

2M ago1:09:49

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For our first-ever two-guest double-feature show, we’re joined by film historians and “These Fists Break Bricks” authors Grady Hendrix and Chris Poggiali to discuss the two movies that broke kung fu big with American audiences. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https…

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Season 5, Ep 62 - Familiar Rescuer (w/ Holly Conrad) 58:49

2M ago58:49

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Aggie Thistlefield runs a rescue shelter for difficult to handle animal familiars. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Aggie Thistlefield: Holly Conrad Gorilla Familiar: Charlie McCrackin Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production…

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IMPRINT COMPANION: RAGING BULL 4K w/ Bilge Ebiri 58:15

2M ago58:15

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Hang onto your slipcases because Blake Howard (One Heat Minute Productions) teams up with the legendary Bilge Ebiri to unbox, unpack and unveil the upcoming IMPRINT FILMS physical media release of RAGING BULL (for which he authored a new essay - "No Man Can Endure This"). In this episode, we discuss: Raging Bull (1980) – 4K UHD + Blu-ray – Imprint …

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ROMIN: Where does he go? 50:45

2M ago50:45

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Join host Blake Howard and a handpicked team of film experts as they ambush John Frankenheimer’s RONIN (1998). Over 12 episodes, they'll explore the mysteries of the briefcase MacGuffin, praise co-writer David Mamet’s tough, balletic dialogue, and break down the film’s iconic action and chase sequences. Tune in because, as Sam says, 'Whenever there…

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Steve Hackett: The Lamb Stands Up 53:33

2M ago53:33

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Former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett discusses his new live album The Lamb Stands Up Live At The Royal Albert Hall. Steve reflects on reimagining Genesis classics from The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway, his pioneering guitar techniques, and the tensions created by releasing solo material whilst still in the group. He also shares insights into his cr…

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The New Beginnings Center with Tash Weddle 35:37

2M ago35:37

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In this episode of You Matter Nashville, we sat down with the incredible Tash Weddle, founder of The New Beginnings Center in Nashville. Tash is a master strength coach who turned her experience in collegiate athletics into a mission to empower women—particularly low-income women—through fitness, nutrition, and mindset training. She shared how her …

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125: Pikachu Phone Cases 1:15:18

2M ago1:15:18

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Myke, Dan, and Tom are back to chat about the Glif returning for sale, the Seneca mechanical keyboard, Jony Ive and io, Liquid Glass, and revisit a longstanding discussion on merging OS platforms. Links and Show Notes: Support Thoroughly Considered with a Relay Membership Glif – Studio Neat the Seneca – Norbauer & Co. How to build the best keyboard…

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Patreon Unlock: Boys Night: Camping 50:04

2M ago50:04

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Enjoy this unlocked bonus episode from our Patreon! Usidore, Chunt, and Arnie head to the woods for some rest and relaxation. You can support the show directly and receive bonus episodes and rewards by joining our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/magictavern for only $5 per month. Follow us on Bsky, Instagram and YouTube! Credits Arnie: Arnie Nie…

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Bob Jackson – Badfinger 58:27

2M ago58:27

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What do you get when you mix a band of power pop visionaries into the jaws of crooked management and catastrophic misfortune. You get Head First, Badfinger’s great lost album, a masterpiece taped in 11 days, buried for half a century, and finally exhumed by Bob Jackson, the last man standing. Jackson lays it all out: the betrayal, the lawsuits, and…

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Season 2 Episode 10 Campfire Moto Stories – Featuring Frank Mann Jr and Jason Assad! 2:51:39

2M ago2:51:39

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Two great guests. Two very different worlds. One epic episode. We’ve got Frank Mann Jr.—a backcountry pilot and long-time dirt bike guy with more flying and riding stories than you can shake a stick at. And Jason Assad—a California native who brought his blonde tips and CA surfer vibes out to Georgia in 1984. He raced with local legends like Sean D…

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426: ‘The Cutting Edge Latest Supermodel’, With David Smith 2:12:15

2M ago2:12:15

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Special guest David Smith returns to the show for a developer's perspective look at WWDC 2025. Sponsored by: TRMNL: A hackable e-ink display. Save $15 with code GRUBER. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. Transcripts: Unofficial but surprisingly good. Links: Michael Flarup's mockup for a MacOS 2…

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Patreon Unlock: Shadow City: Season 3, Ep 1: Trouble in Tinseltown (w/ Anthony Burch) 56:14

2M ago56:14

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Enjoy this unlocked bonus episode from our Patreon! Crusher, Punches, and Ma are on prisoners on a chain gang and the only way out? Time travel! You can support the show directly and receive bonus episodes and rewards by joining our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/magictavern for only $5 per month. Follow us on Bsky, Instagram and YouTube! Credi…

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