Best Aaron Stein Podcasts (2025)

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The Pahalgam Panic 27:39

18h ago27:39

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In what seems like clockwork, India and Pakistan fought an “almost war” recently, prompting concerns about the risk of nuclear war. Aaron and Jeffrey sat down to talk about the crisis, the meaning of deterrence, and how it worked during this recent flare up. Watch the video pod over on YouTube! Support us over at Patreon.com/acwpodcast!…

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Can the Knicks Pull Off the Impossible Comeback? | ALL NBA PODCAST 54:51

1d ago54:51

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers. They analyze how Jalen Brunson set the tone early, the Knicks' dominance in the paint, and how New York’s defense forced 20 turnovers and held Indiana under 100 points. They also dive into why Tyrese Haliburton had such a qui…

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Starting In The Middle (with guests Jesse Armstrong, Tim Key, Tom Basden & Carey Mulligan) 1:53:44

1d ago1:53:44

1:53:44

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees the podteam — Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer and Alex Godfrey — get to grips with the definition of in media res, as they discuss some of their favourite films that throw you right into the action. Elsewhere, they talk about the week's movie news, pay tribute to Empire's founding editor Barry M…

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Richard Medhurst SPEAKS OUT On His Trial, Israel & Syria + Sean Jacobs & Tony Karon on South Africa 2:09:32

1d ago2:09:32

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South African political scientist Sean Jacobs and South African journalist Tony Karon talk about the "white genocide" (not) happening in South Africa. Journalist Richard Medhurst talks about being arrested in London, raided in Vienna and targeted by Israel.See Katie in Vienna at the First Jewish Anti-Zionist Congress: https://www.juedisch-antizioni…

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Thunder Advance! Can Anyone Stop OKC & What Do the Wolves Do Next? | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:01:55

3d ago1:01:55

1:01:55

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the Oklahoma City Thunder’s dominant win over the Minnesota Timberwolves to punch their ticket to the NBA Finals. They discuss how OKC’s defense and depth proved too much, what adjustments the Timberwolves need to make in the offseason—including finding a true lead guard—and how Anthony Edwards can elevate his g…

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Did Tyrese Haliburton Just Play the PERECT GAME? | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:03:20

4d ago1:03:20

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down Game 4 of the Pacers vs. Knicks series, highlighting Tyrese Haliburton’s near-perfect performance and how his pace and decision-making controlled the game. Pascal Siakam also had a standout night, while Benedict Mathurin shined in a limited role and Aaron Nesmith continued to prove he's a key piece for Indiana. …

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Can the Knicks & Wolves Shock the World or Are the NBA Finals Locked? | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:01:41

4d ago1:01:41

1:01:41

Tim Legler and special guest host Marc Campbell break down the OKC Thunder’s gritty win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, highlighting how strong performances from Jaden McDaniels, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Donte DiVincenzo kept the Wolves in the fight despite quiet nights from Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle. They dive into the Thunder’s defe…

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Championship or Bust? Can Anyone Beat the OKC Thunder? PLUS Pacers-Knicks Preview | ALL NBA PODCAST 52:41

9d ago52:41

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down Game 2 of the OKC Thunder vs. Minnesota Timberwolves series, highlighting OKC's dominant third quarter and questioning Chris Finch’s zone defense strategy. They discuss the shooting struggles of Donte DiVincenzo and Naz Reid, and explore how the Thunder's defense neutralized Julius Randle, leading to his surpris…

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Christopher McQuarrie on The Final Reckoning, Benicio del Toro & Michael Cera on The Phoenician Scheme, Tony Gilroy on Andor s2 (spoilers), and Cannes You Dig It? 1:58:45

8d ago1:58:45

1:58:45

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt mark the release of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning by doing a non-spoiler, non-epic (less than 20 minutes!) chat with that film's director, the legendarily loquacious Christopher McQuarrie, [26:00 - 43:06 approx] and have a lovely natter with the stars of the new Wes Anderson fi…

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S4E3 Secular Christ | The Mysticism of Paul the Apostle 27:13

9d ago27:13

27:13

In the fourth and final season of Secular Christ, Sean McGrath introduces his ideas around everyday Christian Mysticism.By Jungian Analyst Jakob Lusensky

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JFK, Israel & The Biden Cover Up With Norman Solomon, Ken McCarthy & Aaron Good 1:31:37

9d ago1:31:37

1:31:37

Journalist Norman Soloman discusses the coverup about Biden's mental health, popularity and viability; his careerism and the failures of the Democratic Party. Plus how the media sells war and how liberal Zionism is a myth. Then Ken McCarthy and Aaron Good discuss JFK, who killed him, the JFK files and his fight with Israel. They also talk about the…

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Pacers' Miracle Run Continues 😱 + Who is NEXT year's MVP? | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:15:50

10d ago1:15:50

1:15:50

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the Indiana Pacers' historic comeback win over the New York Knicks in one of the most shocking finishes in NBA Playoff history. They dive into whether it was a Knicks collapse or Pacers brilliance, and discuss how Aaron Nesmith has had a breakout postseason. The episode also looks ahead to the 2026 NBA MVP race,…

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The Shameless Plug #3: Jurassic World Rebirth And Other Animals 39:22

9d ago39:22

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The Shameless Plug — the show in which Chris Hewitt and Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, sit down and talk you through the latest issue of Empire — is back for its third episode, folks. This one is dedicated to issue 441 of Empire (on sale now at all good, evil, and virtual newsagents), which features Jurassic World Rebirth on the cover, and Nick ta…

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Thunder DOMINATE Wolves & Who Are Most Impressive Playoff Performers So Far? | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:04:10

11d ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the latest from the NBA Playoffs, focusing on how the Oklahoma City Thunder’s disruptive defense forced the Timberwolves into a one-dimensional, three-point-heavy offense and discuss Julius Randle’s scoring impact despite missed opportunities. The conversation also highlights how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander controll…

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Thunder Dominate Denver | Full Breakdown + Conference Finals Outlook | ALL NBA PODCAST 56:14

13d ago56:14

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down a pivotal night in the NBA Playoffs, starting with how the Oklahoma City Thunder turned up the defensive pressure to dominate the Denver Nuggets. They highlight the impact of Alex Caruso, possibly the third most important player in the series, and look ahead to how the Indiana Pacers plan to contain Jalen Brunso…

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The Extraordinary Miss Flower: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 30:31

14d ago30:31

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Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard's The Extraordinary Miss Flower is part-concert film, part-performance art piece inspired by the life of its subject, a woman called Geraldine Flower. When she passed away a few years ago, her daughter Zoe discovered a number of letters, written over the years by suitors of Geraldine's, which painted a picture of a wil…

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Who's Heading to the Conference Finals? Celtics, Knicks, Nuggets, Thunder? | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:04:21

15d ago1:04:21

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down a crucial night in the NBA Playoffs, starting with the Denver Nuggets’ big win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. They dive into how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s foul trouble shifted the momentum, Julian Strawther’s unexpected heroics, and whether Denver has cracked OKC’s defense. The impact of Aaron Gordon’s injury l…

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Rosamund Pike & Matthew Rhys, Final Destination Bloodlines directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, Superman and Spelling Bees 1:38:49

16d ago1:38:49

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This week's episode of the BSME Awards-nominated Empire Podcast had better not be the episode that the BSME Awards judging panel listens to ahead of voting, or our nomination might be rescinded. Which is to say, chaos reigns as Chris Hewitt returns — eventually, after being waylaid by a McQ&A — to the hosting chair, and is joined by Helen O'Hara, J…

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Listener Favorites: Paul Millerd | The Pathless vs Default Path 1:05:17

16d ago1:05:17

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Join us for a compelling conversation with Paul Millerd, author of The Pathless Path. In this episode, Paul shares his insights on finding yourself in the wrong life and the real work of figuring out how to live. Discover his journey through experiments, travels, and lessons learned, as he pieces together a set of principles to guide him from unful…

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Is Trump ABANDONING Israel? With Mouin Rabbani, Vijay Prashad & Trita Parsi 1:25:33

16d ago1:25:33

1:25:33

Palestinian analyst Mouin Rabbani and Iranian analyst Trita Parsi talks about the latest developments in the Middle East and whether Trump is finally sidelining Israel when it comes to Gaza, Yemen and Iran. Then Vijay Prashad discusses tensions between India and Pakistan and the 80th anniversary of the defeat of fascism.For the full discussion, ple…

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Celtics Survive, Wolves Bury Warriors PLUS Draft Chaos Begins! | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:06:02

16d ago1:06:02

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the NBA Playoffs, starting with the Boston Celtics’ series-extending win over the New York Knicks. Can the Celtics continue winning without Jayson Tatum? Next, the guys analyze the Minnesota Timberwolves’ closeout victory against the Golden State Warriors. How will Anthony Edwards and the Wolves fare in the next…

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Thunder Strike! Nuggets Fall in Game 5, 💥 Pacers Advance, Are the Celtics Sunk? | ALL NBA PODCAST 54:23

18d ago54:23

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down a pivotal night in the NBA Playoffs, starting with the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Game 5 win over the Denver Nuggets, fueled by clutch shooting from Lu Dort. They discuss Chet Holmgren’s future potential and whether Denver can bounce back in Game 6. Then it’s on to the Pacers’ series-clinching win over the Cavalier…

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Is THIS the Spectrum's GREATEST Driving Game ever?! It's Travel Through Time Vol.1 on Our Sinclair! 41:32

18d ago41:32

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During Our Sinclair's run we've played a lot of racing and driving games. Some were good, some not so good, and a very few were quite good. Could this weeks game be the KING of all driving games? Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT as we discuss what we like in a driving or racing game, and what we don't, and what makes that select few rise to the top. …

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Conference Finals Bound? Thunder, Celtics, Wolves & Pacers get BIG Wins | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:05:33

19d ago1:05:33

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down all the biggest NBA Playoff storylines, including how unforced errors and missed opportunities cost the Denver Nuggets in Game 4 against the Thunder—and whether Nikola Jokic deserves the blame. They analyze Anthony Edwards’ second-half takeover for the Timberwolves and Julius Randle’s triple-double against the W…

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Contenders or Pretenders? Second Round NBA Playoff Power Rankings w/ Marc Stein | ALL NBA PODCAST 32:28

20d ago32:28

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NBA Insider Marc Stein (former ESPN Power Rankings lead) and Adam Mares are LIVE immediately after the Cavaliers vs. Pacers game to deliver a full Power Ranking of the 8 remaining teams in the second round of the NBA Playoffs. From Jayson Tatum and the Celtics to Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets, they’ll debate who looks like a true contender — and who…

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Lily Gladstone & Kelly Marie Tran, Great Actor/Director Pairings, Tariffs and Teen Movies 1:39:12

23d ago1:39:12

1:39:12

It's another cracking episode of the (freshly award-nominated) Empire Podcast this week, folks, as Helen O'Hara slips into the hosting chair and tries to wrestle James Dyer and Alex Godfrey into shape as they talk about changeable movie titles, great actor/director pairings, Alex's favourite teen movies, the week's movie news including Donald Trump…

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Oliver Stone, Gabor Maté, Nick Bryant on JFK, Israel & Epstein 1:14:25

23d ago1:14:25

1:14:25

Katie speaks to filmmaker Oliver Stone and author and JFK researcher Jim DiEugenio about the JFK files. Then she speaks to author and journalist Nick Bryant who published Epstein's black book about Epstein and Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre, who died by suicide last month. Finally, Katie plays a clip of Gabor Maté talking about surviving the Holoc…

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Knicks Rally AGAIN, Thunder Clobber Nuggets & Will Ant Show Up? | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:02:49

23d ago1:02:49

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest NBA Playoff stories, starting with how the Celtics blew another fourth quarter lead against the Knicks, Jayson Tatum’s struggles, and questions around Joe Mazzulla’s late-game decisions. They highlight Jalen Brunson’s clutch performance and the elite wing defense from OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges. Th…

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S4E2 Secular Christ | Christian mysticism demystified 31:08

24d ago31:08

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In the fourth and final season of Secular Christ, Sean McGrath introduces his ideas around everyday Christian Mysticism.By Jungian Analyst Jakob Lusensky

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Haliburton Goes Hero Mode & No Steph, No Problem For Warriors | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:12:16

24d ago1:12:16

1:12:16

Tim Legler and guest host Marc Campbell break down a wild night of NBA Playoff action, including how Tyrese Haliburton’s game-winner lifted the Pacers past the Cavaliers and what the 0-2 deficit means for Donovan Mitchell. They also dive into the Warriors-Timberwolves matchup, where Steph Curry looked sharp before his injury, Buddy Hield stepped up…

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Nuggets & Knicks Game 1 STUNNERS | ALL NBA PODCAST 58:08

25d ago58:08

58:08

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down a thrilling night of NBA Playoff action, starting with the Denver Nuggets' comeback win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. They analyze the final three minutes, Nikola Jokic’s clutch three, and Aaron Gordon’s legendary game-winner. The guys also look at what the Thunder’s young core—Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren…

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Game 1 SHOCKER! Pacers Make a Statement, Warriors & Nuggets Stay Alive | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:02:14

27d ago1:02:14

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Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the Warriors' big win over the Rockets, including Buddy Hield’s standout performance and Draymond Green’s defense on Alperen Sengun. They cover the Pacers’ win over the Cavs, led by Andrew Nembhard and Tyrese Haliburton, and how poor shooting hurt Cleveland. They also dive into the Nuggets’ Game 7 victory over t…

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Rockets Respond, Game 7 Previews, PLUS Giannis and LeBron's Future Plans? | ALL NBA PODCAST 48:41

29d ago48:41

48:41

Marc Stein joins Adam Mares to give instant reactions to the Rockets’ dominant Game 6 win over the Warriors and preview the massive Game 7 showdown between the Nuggets and Clippers. The duo also look ahead to second round playoff matchups, including Pacers vs Cavaliers and Celtics vs Knicks. They dive into big offseason questions surrounding the Mi…

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Knicks Punch Their Ticket, Clippers Take it to 7 & Who MUST Step Up for Rockets? | ALL NBA PODCAST 54:31

30d ago54:31

54:31

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down all the key moments from a wild night of NBA Playoff action. They start with the Denver Nuggets vs. LA Clippers, highlighting James Harden’s clutch bounceback performance and Nic Batum stepping up in place of Kris Dunn. They explore how the Nuggets can adjust for Game 7, what to expect from Michael Porter Jr., a…

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Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro DESTROYS Ben Gvir, Historian Greg Grandin DEBUNKS Imperialist History 2:05:01

29d ago2:05:01

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Find the full interview with Yaakov Shapiro here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-full-127784040Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro talks about his protest against Ben Gvir in front of the Israeli Consulate in New York and why he sees Zionism as the enemy of Judaism. Jennifer Koonings shares what she observed attending a Ben Gvir protest where a woman was p…

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Wyatt Russell, David Harbour & Hannah John-Kamen, Paul Feig, Ryan Coogler, And It’s Episode 666 1:57:55

30d ago1:57:55

1:57:55

It had to happen: the Empire podcast has finally gone to hell — quite literally in this case, as this particular show is episode 666. Perhaps appropriately, James is in the driving seat for this one, embracing this demonically anointed episode to bring you such thematically-relevant discussions as a Mount Rushmore of movie Satans and an off-topic d…

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Wolves Bounce Lakers! HUGE Wins for Rockets, Nuggets & Pistons | ALL NBA PODCAST 1:00:53

1M ago1:00:53

1:00:53

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down all the latest NBA Playoff action, starting with the Timberwolves' win over the Lakers despite historically poor three-point shooting and a tough night from Anthony Edwards. They analyze Minnesota’s defensive strategy against Austin Reaves, debate whether the Lakers should have played Jaxson Hayes, and discuss J…

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Listener Favorites: Arianna Warsaw | Navigating The Dynamics of Identity Change 1:00:52

1M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Join us as we sit down with music industry insider, Arianna Warsaw-Fan Rauch. Discover her unique perspective on navigating identity change and get an insider's tour of the industry. From musician life to proper clapping etiquette, Arianna shares her knowledge and experiences. Don't miss this chance to gain a deeper understanding of the classical m…

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NBA Playoff Drama: Lakers On the Ropes, Nuggets Find A Miracle, Pistons Robbed? | ALL NBA Podcast 1:11:44

1M ago1:11:44

1:11:44

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down a huge weekend of NBA Playoff action, starting with the Timberwolves' win over the Lakers and a critical late-game mistake by LeBron James. They discuss whether Anthony Edwards is having his best playoff series ever and the impact of Julius Randle as a fulcrum for Minnesota. They also dive into the Knicks' win o…

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Don't Say JCPOA 31:22

1M ago31:22

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The Trump administration appears to be willing to return to the JCPOA, so long as you do not call it the JCPOA. Aaron and Jeffrey sat down to discuss the latest back and forth with Iran and what’s at stake with the return to nuclear negotiations. Watch the video pod over on YouTube! Support us over at Patreon.com/acwpodcast!…

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Clippers & Knicks Secure Critical Wins | OKC's Back-Breaking Comeback | ALL NBA PODCAST 55:32

1M ago55:32

55:32

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down Game 3 of Pistons vs Knicks, highlighting Karl-Anthony Towns' impact, Cade Cunningham’s inefficient night, and Malik Beasley’s ongoing shooting struggles. They recap Grizzlies vs Thunder, discussing Ja Morant’s injury, Scotty Pippen Jr.’s breakout performance, and OKC’s near-record comeback. The Nuggets vs Clipp…

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Listener Favorites: Manisha Thakor | Money Zen: The Secret to Finding Your Enough 58:16

1M ago58:16

58:16

In the latest episode of The Unmistakable Creative Podcast titled 'Money Zen: The Secret to Finding Your Enough', we are joined by Manisha Thakor, a seasoned financial expert and the Founder of MoneyZen LLC. With over 25 years of experience in the financial industry, Manisha offers a fresh perspective on our relationship with money and success. Dra…

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The Convergence Is Here (ft. Gareth Evans, Christian Gudegast, and Gavin O'Connor), And Mount Rushmoreapalooza 1:55:20

1M ago1:55:20

1:55:20

It was foretold by the Ancient Ones: The Convergence (or Gunvergence, if you will), the day on which three absolutely slamming action movies will be released at the same time in the UK (albeit on different formats), ushering in a new era of sweaty dad bods, car chases, and many scenes where people die in a hail of bullets. And that day is today, fo…

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Oliver Stone On JFK Files, Alec Karakatsanis On 'Copaganda' 1:37:08

1M ago1:37:08

1:37:08

Katie talks to the Academy-Award winning director Oliver Stone and JFK researcher and author Jim Di Eugenio about the JFK files which they testified about in Congress. Full interview with Oliver Stone is here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/127455286?utm_campaign=postshare_creator Then Katie talks to Civil Rights Lawyer Alec Karakatsanis about his b…

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Cavs & Celtics STAND UP, Jimmy Butler Goes DOWN | ALL NBA PODCAST 54:55

1M ago54:55

54:55

Tim Legler and Adam Mares break down the biggest NBA stories, including the Rockets’ statement win over the Warriors, with standout performances from Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun. They debate whether Amen Thompson’s play that injured Jimmy Butler was dirty, and take a closer look at the Celtics vs Magic and Cavaliers vs Heat showdowns. Plus, they…

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The Shameless Plug #2 — The June Issue 31:57

1M ago31:57

31:57

The Shameless Plug returns, folks, for a second glorious episode in which Chris Hewitt and Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, sit down in the podbooth and tell you how (and why) the sausage is made. That sausage being the new issue of Empire, which is on sale now in all good, evil, and virtual newsagents. Our dynamic duo talk through the month's big c…

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