Best Daniel Flores Podcasts (2025)

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Fantastic Four: First Steps (Movie Review) 1:13:59

13h ago1:13:59

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Chris and Jeremy (from the Geekly Grind) discuss their thoughts on Fantastic Four: First Steps. Marvel finally got their chance to put their first family in the MCU. Is it a clobberin good time or should it burn up in flames? You have a super-power, too! You can write a REVIEW! A five star review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way and helps get the …

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From The Toy Aisle To The News Desk (Guest: Daniel from The Legacy of Nerd) 1:35:13

3d ago1:35:13

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From the toy aisle to breaking pop culture news — Daniel, a.k.a. The Legacy of Nerd, joins me for a conversation packed with fandom and insider stories. We talk Power Rangers, that documentary that’s still making waves — and how trusted sources say parts of the story are still untold. Daniel shares his biggest moments from SDCC 2025, what it’s like…

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EP 446- IM Greg Shahade on The State of Professional Chess, Why He Loves the Daily and Classical Formats & Adult Improving at Trivia 1:09:11

3d ago1:09:11

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IM Greg Shahade was the very first guest of Perpetual Chess and has remained a frequent and insightful contributor ever since. A former youth national champion, Greg has subsequently been involved in the chess world in an array of capacities —founder of the US Chess School (which provides free training to top American juniors), creator of the now-d…

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San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Recap 57:16

8d ago57:16

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Another Comic-Con has come and gone, but we're still here to talk about it! Lance, Chris, and Jeremy share their favorite panels, guests, cool gets, and overall nerd reactions with this year's biggest pop-culture nerd prom. You have a super-power, too! You can write a REVIEW! A five star review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way and helps get the wo…

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Ep. 081 - Geoffrey Reid - The Power of Belief: Why You're Not Stuck 1:04:39

9d ago1:04:39

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Geoffrey M. Reid is a TEDx speaker, best-selling author of The Revenue Catalyst, and creator of Belief Engineering™, a framework for unlocking performance through mindset. His TEDx talk, The Quantum Power of Belief, blends neuroscience, psychology, and quantum physics to show how belief shapes reality. In this mind-bending episode, we dive deep int…

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EP 445- “It Worked So Well That I Stopped Doing It”: Adult Improver Nicholas Sloan on Dealing with Burnout After a Rapid Rating Rise 58:48

10d ago58:48

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Nicholas Sloan is a Wisconsin-based Network Engineer, a dad of 4, and an extremely motivated chess improver. Usually. But after an incredible run of gaining 500+ rating points in two years, fueled by consistent hard work and a unique study approach, Nick hit a wall. He gave back 150 rating points, and lost his motivation to work hard on chess. That…

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Alternative Investigators-Can Remote Viewing, Hypnosis, and Intuition Crack a Case? 16:36

10d ago16:36

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Michelle Freed is a renowned hypnotist and remote viewer who has assisted law enforcement investigators in solving complex cases. Beth Deering is an accomplished psychic medium, medical intuitive, and paranormal investigator. Both have previously joined the Crime Redefined Podcast, and in this episode, we revisit their incredible ability to complem…

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Skinbreaker ft Robert Kirkman and David Finch (SDCC 2025 Interview) 35:17

10d ago35:17

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Another San Diego Comic Con has come and gone, but have no fear! This is just the first of multiple episodes we'll be dropping over the next couple weeks to keep that sweet sweet SDCC dopamine rush coming! We sit down with Robert Kirkman and David Finch to discuss Skinbreaker, their upcoming series from Image and Skybound. In this roundtable we are…

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The Crimson Thunder Speaks (Guest: Adam Tuominen) 1:26:27

17d ago1:26:27

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The Crimson Thunder Speaks Adam Tuominen — best known as Hunter Bradley, the Crimson Thunder Ranger from Power Rangers Ninja Storm — joins Jared for his first-ever long-form solo interview. In this candid and in-depth conversation, Adam shares stories from his journey as an Australian actor, including: Winning a Curtain Call Award for Frankie & Joh…

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EP 444 – Dr. Benjamin Balas on Chess Streaks, Blunders, and Brain Science 53:11

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Dr. Benjamin (Ben) Balas is an MIT-educated professor of psychology at North Dakota State University, where his research focuses on visual recognition. He’s also a passionate chess player who blogs frequently about the intersection of science and chess. On his popular LiChess blog, Ben (aka NDPatzer) has explored topics like whether streakiness exi…

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#95 - John Nielsen-Gammon, Texas State Climatologist on extreme weather and the July 4th flood on the Guadalupe River. 49:17

18d ago49:17

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Todd Votteler, Principal of Collaborative Water Resolution and Editor-in-Chief of Texas+Water and the Texas Water Journal, discusses extreme weather with Texas State Climatologist, Dr. John Nielsen-Gammon. He is a Regents Professor of Atmospheric Sciences at Texas A&M University and also serves as the Direct…

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#94 - Vanessa Puig-Williams, Jeremy Mazur, and Carlos Rubinstein on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and Water. 1:19:40

18d ago1:19:40

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Todd Votteler, Principal of Collaborative Water Resolution and Editor-in-Chief of Texas+Water and the Texas Water Journal, discusses the 89th Texas Legislative session with Vanessa Puig-Williams, Senior Director of Climate Resilient Water Systems at the Environmental Defense Fund, Jeremy Mazur, Director of I…

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Superman (Part 1) 36:53

22d ago36:53

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It's a bird! It's a plane! It's .... about time we covered the man of steel! That's right, we're talking about Superman! Lance and Chris dive into Powers and abilities, recommended comic book runs, and creator bios. There's too munch to cover in one episode, so we're doing TWO! Come back for part 2 for media adaptations, What -If, and even more rea…

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Ep. 080 - Lenore Lambert - The Lie We All Believe About Happiness 1:14:09

23d ago1:14:09

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Lenore Lambert is a psychologist, a World Champion Masters athlete, an entrepreneur and TEDx speaker. She is the founder of Flourish Personal Growth and author of "The Buddha for Modern Minds." Lenorë has made ancient wisdom accessible to contemporary lives. She brings a rare blend of rigorous research and lived experience to the art and science of…

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Growing Up With Smallville (Guest: Colin K Bass) 2:04:37

24d ago2:04:37

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Ep. 162 – Growing Up With Smallville (with Colin Bass) Colin Bass returns to If You Give A Dad A Podcast to join Nick and Jared for a nostalgic deep dive into the first two seasons of Smallville! From Clark Kent’s early days in Smallville to Lex Luthor’s slow descent into villainy, we’re talking about what made this show such a huge part of our gen…

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EP 443- GM Jan Gustafsson on Building Opening Repertoires, Freestyle Chess, Father Time, and the Usual Array of Nonsense 1:14:36

24d ago1:14:36

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Opening expert, Twitch streamer, former Team Magnus member, and longtime friend of the pod, GM Jan Gustafsson is back for another fun and far-reaching interview! We talk about the origins of his new Chessable course on the Austrian Defense, how his approach to repertoire building has evolved, and get his take on the recent Freestyle Chess drama in …

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Superman (Spoiler Movie Review) 45:27

1M ago45:27

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Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... a new movie review from Comic Book Keepers!!! Chris, Lance and Jeremy share their super powered spoilery thoughts on James Gunn's Superman!!! You have a super-power, too! You can write a REVIEW! A five star review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way and helps get the word out. Leave a comment so we ca…

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Ep. 079 - Ramona Hacker - Why You’re Emotionally Stuck (And How to Break Free) 1:07:58

1M ago1:07:58

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Ramona Hacker is a renowned emotional intelligence coach and TEDx speaker, best known for her engaging TEDx talk: “6 Steps to Improve Your Emotional Intelligence,” where she outlines actionable strategies for emotional growth. Her work focuses on three core EI capacities: emotional awareness, emotional directiveness (applying emotions to problem-so…

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#93 - Martha Pskowski, Water Challenges in the Rio Grande, Produced Water & Water Journalism 42:35

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Todd Votteler, Principal of Collaborative Water Resolution and Editor-in-Chief of Texas+Water and the Texas Water Journal, discusses water challenges in the Rio Grande with Martha Pskowski, a Texas reporter for Inside Climate News based in El Paso. Martha reports on water, oil and gas, and the impacts of cli…

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Art Amplified (Guest: Jason Turner) 1:49:15

1M ago1:49:15

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This week on If You Give a Dad a Podcast, Nick sits down with artist and musician Jason Turner for a creative deep-dive into the world of comic cons, sketchbooks, music, and more. Jason shares stories from the convention circuit, talks about his journey from early sketches to professional gigs, and gives us insight into his work on The Ripper Gene …

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EP 442- GM Johan Hellsten: Why Defending Is So Difficult — And How to Improve At It 1:07:18

1M ago1:07:18

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EP 442- GM Johan Hellsten: Why Defending Is So Difficult — And How to Improve At It GM Johan Hellsten returns to Perpetual Chess for a deep dive into one of the most overlooked yet essential chess skills: defense. Johan is the 2006 Swedish National Champion, and a renowned author and coach, best known for his Mastering Chess series. In this intervi…

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Ep. 078 - Janne Mortensen - The Hidden Cost of Performance Pressure 47:22

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Janne Mortensen is a Danish performance coach and founder of Mental Motion, where she specializes in mental training for athletes, especially youth and elite performers. With a background in psychology and competitive sports, Janne helps athletes build emotional resilience, manage pressure, and develop identity beyond achievements. She works closel…

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Cartoons and Country Music (Guest: Scott Innes) 1:30:29

1M ago1:30:29

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Episode 160 – Cartoons & Country Music (with Scott Innes) From voicing Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, and Popeye to winning a CMA award and hosting a hit radio show—Scott Innes has done it all. In this episode, Scott shares his journey through voice acting, music, and broadcasting, along with the life lessons that shaped him—like the mindset that “those who d…

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Ep. 077 - Rae Flores - Breakups Aren’t Failures, They’re Growth 1:07:03

1M ago1:07:03

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Rae Flores is a mentor and guide for those reclaiming their truth after leaving religion or other systems that silenced their inner voice. As the founder of Reclaiming Resonance, Rae helps people reconnect with themselves, whether that means rediscovering their inner authority, shedding layers of shame, or finding the courage to speak their truth a…

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Ink-Stained and Horror-Brained (Guest: Mike Bockoven) 1:58:26

2M ago1:58:26

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This week on If You Give a Dad a Podcast, Nick sits down for a chillingly insightful chat with horror author Mike Bockoven! Best known for his breakout novel FantasticLand, Mike dives deep into the story’s origins, its documentary-style format, and the real-life psychology behind the horrors that unfold. The two also talk about his upcoming novel C…

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EP 441- WCM Hannah Sayce: The 24-year old Twitch Streamer on the Key Factors Behind Her Rapid Rise to the WCM Title 43:12

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In just a few years, 24-year-old Australian Twitch streamer Hannah Sayce went from playing casual online games during lockdown to earning the Woman Candidate Master (WCM) title and competing in international tournaments. Her post-lockdown rise has taken her from below 1000 to a 2300 Chess.com blitz rating. In this conversation, Hannah shares the hi…

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Ep. 076 - Phil Neil - Why High Achievers Stay Stuck 59:39

2M ago59:39

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Phil Neil is a serial entrepreneur, high-stakes strategic growth advisor, and investor with a track record of scaling businesses to 8-figure exits. With expertise in deep tech, AI, aerospace, and international markets, he helps founders and companies structure revenue-generating strategies, secure strategic partnerships, and navigate mergers and ac…

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Phantom Force: A New Kind of Power (Guest: Aaron Coney) 1:22:44

2M ago1:22:44

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This week, I’m joined by creator Aaron Coney to dive into the origin and evolution of Phantom Force, the bold new indie comic redefining what a hero story can be. We talk about the inspiration behind the series, the dual-story structure, his collaboration with Blake Foster, and the world-building that sets this universe apart from anything that cam…

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EP 440- GM Alexandr Fier: “I Blunder a Lot” – One of the World’s Most Active Grandmasters on Intuition, Endgame Studies, and Maintaining His Love For the Game 1:07:24

2M ago1:07:24

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GM Alexandr Fier is a 5 time champion of Brazil and 9 time chess Olympian. He also recently qualified for the FIDE World Cup for the 8th time by finishing tied for first at the American Continental tournament. But aside from all of his impressive accomplishments, what interests me most about GM Fier is how frequently he competes. Last year alone, h…

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Helen of Wyndhorn 1:04:05

2M ago1:04:05

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Chris and Jeremy discuss the literary and artistic masterwork by Tom King and Bilquis Evely. This Dark Horse series is nominated for 7 Eisner awards, and it's imaginative and thought provoking. Learn more about the creators, the characters, and our favorite moments from the series. warning: The comic discussion covers themes of suicide. If you or s…

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Ep. 075 - Rudy Reynoso - How to Own Your Voice and Speak with Confidence 1:02:02

2M ago1:02:02

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Rudy Reynoso is a professional magician and keynote speaker. For the past 15 years, he has educated, entertained, and dazzled thousands, including Fortune 500 companies. He also serves as Producer to The Give N Go, a soccer podcast he co-founded, which has a worldwide reach of half a million followers. Rudy's unique approach to speaking blends elem…

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EP 439 — Samuel Sonning (Founder of NoctieAI): The Instructive Value of Memorizing Games, the Benefit of Losing Rating Points, and a Deep Dive on Chess and AI 50:32

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This week’s guest is Samuel Sonning, a Swedish computer scientist, former Google engineer, and founder of NoctieAI—a user-friendly chess platform featuring rating tests and bots designed to play like humans. In our conversation, Samuel discusses his unique improvement philosophy as an adult learner, including how memorizing famous games helped him …

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Ep. 074 - Dr. Amanda Crowell - Why Your Identity Fights Your Goals 1:13:57

2M ago1:13:57

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Dr. Amanda Crowell is a cognitive psychologist, keynote speaker, and the author of Great Work: Do What Matters Most Without Sacrificing Everything Else, now in its 2nd edition. She’s also the creator of the Great Work Journal, host of the podcast Unleashing Your Great Work, and founder of the Great Work Series: a slate of monthly community classes …

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The Power Is Ours: Talking PR & Nostalgia With Joshua Moore 2:01:00

2M ago2:01:00

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It’s Morphin’ Time on IYGADAP! This week, I’m joined by Joshua Moore, author of Morphenomenal: How the Power Rangers Conquered the World. We go full fan mode as we dive into the legacy of the Power Rangers—from the toys that filled our childhood shelves to the seasons and storylines that shaped the franchise. Whether you’re Team Tommy or a sucker f…

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EP 438- Tony Ballard: Chess, Freedom, and Lessons Learned From 26 Years in Prison 1:06:02

2M ago1:06:02

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In this memorable episode of Perpetual Chess, we welcome back Tony Ballard, who spent 26 years incarcerated and credits chess with helping him change the course of his life. When we last spoke in Episode 289 (2022), Tony was still in a minimum-security facility. Now fully free, he’s making the most of his second chance. He’s working full-time at th…

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Building A Brand: A New Era For IPW (Guest: Justin Somers) 1:09:19

2M ago1:09:19

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Building the Brand: A New Era for IPW Justin gives us the inside scoop on IIn this episode, I sit down with Justin Somers, one of the new owners of Island Pro Wrestling out of Canada. We dive into what it takes to run a successful wrestling promotion today—from the importance of production quality and killer promos to the role social media plays in…

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EP 437- Coach Jay Stallings and NM Adam Weissbarth talk Chess Teaching, Chess in the Movies and The Challenges and Rewards of Running a Chess Business 1:25:42

2M ago1:25:42

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This two-part episode of Perpetual Chess features two of the most impactful figures in American chess education: Coach Jay Stallings and Adam Weissbarth. First up, Coach Jay shares insights from his decades of experience teaching over 30,000 students,and also discusses his recent work consulting on the chess scenes in the new Hollywood blockbuster …

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Sentry 55:36

3M ago55:36

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Fresh from being featured in the Thunderbolts*, Lance and Chris decided to tackle the golden guardian of Good, Sentry. Oh, and the void too. We discuss his origin, powers, publication history, creators, and some realities about dealing with mental health. Please enjoy! If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or depression, pleas…

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Ep. 073 - Jamie Date - The HARSH Truth About Modern Love 1:05:33

3M ago1:05:33

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Jamie Date is a successful dating coach for men. She teaches men how to fall in love with themselves, so they can get beautiful women to do the same. She has helped hundreds of men get more dates, build deeper connections, and flirt with women fearlessly. Dating Coach Jamie Date reveals why you're still single and what both men and women are gettin…

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#92 - Dr. Bridget Scanlon Discusses the Implications of Drought Impacts on the Management of the Lower Colorado River 52:04

3M ago52:04

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Todd Votteler, Principal of Collaborative Water Resolution and Editor-in-Chief of Texas+Water and the Texas Water Journal, discusses Multidecadal drought impacts on the Lower Colorado Basin with implications for future management with author, Dr. Bridget Scanlon, Research Professor at the Bureau of Economic …

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Power, Passion & Page Turners (Guest: Melissa Flores) 1:25:39

3M ago1:25:39

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In his first-ever solo interview on IYGADAP, Nick sits down with acclaimed writer Melissa Flores—known for her work on The Dead Lucky, Radiant Pink, Power Rangers, and more. This episode is a deep dive into the craft of writing, as Nick and Melissa connect over the shared challenges, joys, and creative journeys that come with being storytellers. Fr…

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EP 436- Adult Improver Torkil Jara Bårdsgjerde on How Workplace Trash Talk Sparked a Lifelong Passion for Chess 1:16:31

3M ago1:16:31

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EP 436- Adult Improver Torkil Jara Bårdsgjerde on How Workplace Trash Talk Sparked a Lifelong Passion for Chess In this inspiring and relatable installment of the Adult Improver Series, we meet Torkil Jara Bårdsgjerde, a 39-year-old father of two, from Norway who discovered competitive chess after a bit of playful banter with a workplace rival. Tha…

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Ep. 072 - Eri Kardos - Your Partner Isn’t the Problem, Your Past Is 1:11:57

3M ago1:11:57

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Eri Kardos is an internationally acclaimed best-selling author, a TEDx speaker, and an accomplished love and relationships coach. She is also the founder of Relearn Love, where she has empowered thousands to authentically elevate their relationships for deeper, more intimate, and more fulfilling connections. Relationship trauma can make every sigh,…

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Son of Trunks: From Fans to Filmmakers (Guests: D.J. Rivers and Colin K. Bass) 1:45:45

3M ago1:45:45

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On this episode of IYGADAP, I'm joined by Colin K. Bass and DJ Rivers—two passionate creatives behind the fan-made series Dragonball: Son of Trunks. While both have been guests on the show before in separate interviews, this marks the first time they’re appearing together—and it doesn’t disappoint. DJ even pulls off a rare back-to-back appearance, …

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EP 435- IM Alex Ostrovskiy on Opening Prep, Norm Tournaments, and His Core Chess Improvement Advice & 1:03:23

3M ago1:03:23

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IM Alex Ostrovskiy is a former Scholastic National Champion, New York State Champion, and accomplished coach who has earned one GM norm, and reached a peak USCF rating of 2560. In addition to his coaching work, Alex is a regular commentator on GM Hikaru Nakamura's Twitch channel, and a tournament organizer who runs frequent invitational tournaments…

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Thunderbolts* (Spoiler Movie Review) and FCBD 2025 1:00:25

3M ago1:00:25

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Hey there loyal listeners! Jeremy and Lance are back with a spoiler filled review of Thunderbolts* as well as a recap of Free Comic Book Day 2025! Movies and free comics, what more can a nerd ask for?! You have a super-power, too! You can write a REVIEW! A five star review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way and helps get the word out. Leave a commen…

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Ep. 071 - Pia Leichter - You Don’t Lack Creativity—You Lack Permission 1:16:49

3M ago1:16:49

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Pia Leichter is a creative partner, published author, certified coach, and entrepreneur. She is also the founder of Kollektiv Studio, where she is uniquely positioned to co-create wild visions and ventures. Are you unknowingly silencing your creativity? In this transformative episode, Pia dives deep into the invisible inner stories that block creat…

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EP 434- GM Mauricio Flores Rios: The Acclaimed Chess Structures Author on How to Approach Different Chess Imbalances, Chess & A.I., and The Missing Ingredient in Freestyle Chess 56:44

3M ago56:44

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GM Mauricio Flores Rios' first book, Chess Structures, is a modern classic which is seemingly recommended on a weekly basis on Perpetual Chess. After nine years of work, Mauricio has recently released its follow-up, Chess Imbalances: A GM Guide. Like Chess Structures, it is a highly instructive book with a beautiful selection of games and useful gu…

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Ep. 070 - Katrena Friel - Reframing Self-Doubt as Inner Wisdom 1:01:51

3M ago1:01:51

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Katrena Friel is a keynote speaker and an internationally recognized Business Mentor known for her transformative approach to leadership and entrepreneurship. With over 25 years of experience, Katrena empowers entrepreneurs and leaders to master their unique Field of Excellence. Self-doubt led Katrena to ignore her gut, which cost her $30,000. But …

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