Best Kevin Fedor Podcasts (2025)

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Knicks Hire Mike Brown & LeBron Trade Rumors (w/ Fred Katz) 41:24

9m ago41:24

41:24

Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of The Athletic to break down the Knicks finally hiring Mike Brown as their new head coach and if is coaching style will fit in with the James Dolan led organization and if a LeBron trade could actually happen with the teams very minor moves in free agency Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Priva…

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Winner & Losers of NBA Free Agency (w/ Rohan Nadkarni) 1:03:13

2d ago1:03:13

1:03:13

Chris Mannix and Rohan Nadkarni of NBC News discuss the Bucks deciding to waive Damian Lillard and stretch the remainder of his contract following his achilles tear before discussing how the winner and loser of free agency including the Rockets and Hawks making major moves to contend and the Lakers and Pacers making little improvements and sufferin…

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Is There Really A Trade Market For LeBron (w/ Jovan Buha) 39:16

7d ago39:16

39:16

Chris Mannix and Jovan Buha discuss LeBron James exercising his option for the 2025 season and if he'll seek a trade if the team isn't prepared to compete for a championship this season. We also get into the state of the Lakers roster and if the rumored additions and subtractions will live up to the expectations of Luka Doncic Advertising Inquiries…

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Breaking Down The Wildest NBA Draft In Years (w/ Rachel Nichols) 59:58

10d ago59:58

59:58

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into an eventful NBA and discuss Ace Bailey getting snagged by the Jazz in a surprise move, the Suns loading up on questionable centers, why the Pelicans gave up an unprotected first round pick to draft Derik Queen, the wild swing made by the Blazers in drafting China's Yang Hansen, plus the moves made by the Cel…

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Episode 185: Novelist Spotlight #185: Detective writer Tracy Clark’s five tips for creating characters readers will cherish 57:15

11d ago57:15

57:15

In the spotlight is Tracy Clark, a Chicago native and the author of the award-winning Cass Raines Chicago Mystery series, featuring ex-cop turned private investigator Cassandra Raines, and the detective Harriet Foster series, featuring Harriet Foster, a homicide detective with the Chicago Police Department. Two tough, smart, African American female…

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Haliburton's Injury Clouds OKC's Title Clincher (w/ Rachel Nichols) 34:05

15d ago34:05

34:05

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Tyrese Haliburton's devastating injury in game 7 and if the league can do anything to mitigate these injuries before breaking down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's case for the hall of fame and if the Thunder can build a dynasty in today's modern party filled NBA Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands P…

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Lakers $10 Billion Sale & Game 7 Finals Showdown (w/ Mark Medina) 40:11

16d ago40:11

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Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina to discuss the Lakers $10 billion sale, if it's still profitable to run an NBA team, and what changes may come to the Lakers front office. We also break down the first Finals game 7 in ten years and discuss if the Thunder start a new dynasty or if the Pacers are the team of destiny Sponsored by: LinkedIn Jobs L…

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Desmond Bane Traded & Jalen Williams Ascension (w/ Rachel Nichols) 47:35

20d ago47:35

47:35

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss if the Indiana Fever need an enforcer for Caitlin Clark after a very physical game against the Connecticut Sun before getting into why the Desmond Bane trade was one of the rare trades where both teams win and why Jalen Williams will keep climbing the all nba rankiings next season after his 40 point explosion…

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Everyone Rejects The Knicks & Pacers Out Run OKC (w/ Rachel Nichols) 53:14

25d ago53:14

53:14

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss how the Knicks coaching search keeps getting more desperate as a fifth team denies a request to poach their play caller, how the Kevin Durant trade rumors intensifying means we are in for an eventful draft night, and what the Thunder need to do to even the series as the Pacers out hustle them in game three Ad…

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Jason Su: The Joy of Poker 55:06

25d ago55:06

55:06

Today's guest on Chasing Poker Greatness is the author of "Poker with Presence" and "The Joy of Poker" Jason Su. Jason's been a longtime friend of CPG and has established himself as the blackbelt of presence in the world of poker. His list of successful clients and students is incredibly impressive and his track record for helping folks Chasing Pok…

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Thunder Even It Up & the Jason Kidd To Knicks Rumors (w/ Mark Medina) 31:30

28d ago31:30

31:30

Chris Mannix discusses the rumors surrounding Jason Kidd leaving the Mavericks to coach the Knicks and why the Mavs should consider blowing up the roster around Cooper Flagg before he's joined by Mark Medina to break down how the Thunder bounced back from their own Pacers comeback to dominate in game 2 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b…

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Thibs Shocking Firing & Thunder/Pacers Preview (w/ Rachel Nichols) 54:41

1M ago54:41

54:41

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into the surprise firing of Tom Thibodeau and question the motives behind letting a coach go that led the Knicks to their first conference finals in twenty five years. We also discuss the end of the NBA on TNT as the league goes to streaming, and preview the Finals matchup between the Thunder and Pacers Sponsored…

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Episode 184: Novelist Spotlight #184: ‘Letters to Kafka’ author Christine Estima 1:03:59

1M ago1:03:59

1:03:59

In the spotlight is Christine Estima — playwright, novelist, a performer. Her debut novel, “Letters to Kafka” is scheduled for release in September, and was preceded by her debut book, “The Syrian Ladies Benevolent Society,” named one of the best books of 2023 by the Canadian Broadcasting Corp. We discuss: >> Milena Jesenská, the Czech writer and t…

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The Knicks Need To Run It Back (w/ Fred Katz) 42:28

1M ago42:28

42:28

Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of The Athletic to talk about what the Knicks need to do after losing to the Pacers in the ECF, what Mitchell Robinson does for this team, the good and not so good of Karl-Anthony Towns, and how Jalen Brunson can become the best player in franchise history Sponsored by: Underdog Sports Must be 18 plus (19 plus in…

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Episode 183: Novelist Spotlight #183: The amazing power of AI chatbots for authors 39:54

1M ago39:54

39:54

In the spotlight is Hank Quense, whose latest book is titled “The Author’s AI Tool Kit: From Concept to Publication.” Quense’s fiction works include the Gundarland series, the Princess Moxie series, and the soon-to-be-published Zaftan series. His non-fiction books include titles such as “How to Self-Publish and Market a Book, “Book Marketing Fundam…

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Ant Edwards Playoff Struggles & Knicks Mix It Up (w/ Rachel Nichols) 53:06

1M ago53:06

53:06

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Ant Edwards passive game four performance and if he still has room to grow as a player at only twenty three years old. We also discuss the Knicks lineup changes against the Pacers, what the Mavs can expect from Cooper Flagg next season, and what we can anticipate from Giannis Antetokounmpo's upcoming meeting …

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Episode 182: Novelist Spotlight #182: A conversation with New York literary agent Melissa Edwards 50:07

2M ago50:07

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In the spotlight is Melissa Edwards, literary agent and executive vice president at Stonesong, the New York-based literary agency. She also acts as a contract consultant for authors and agents under the business MLE Consulting. We discuss: >> Traditional versus self-publishing >> Handling incoming manuscripts >> Importance of the query letter >> St…

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Dissecting That Crazy Pacers Comeback (w/ Rachel Nichols) 31:48

2M ago31:48

31:48

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the wild game ending comeback by the Pacers against the Knicks in game one, how Aaron Nesmith played at an an all star level down the stretch, the rampant flopping throughout the game, if Tyrese Haliburton's dad should be reinstated for the rest of the series, and more Sponsored by: LinkedIn Jobs Advertising …

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Nuggets Window Closing & ECF Preview (w/ Mark Medina) 41:34

2M ago41:34

41:34

Chris Mannix is joined by Sportskeeda's Mark Medina to break down what moves the Nuggets have left with a talented yet shallow roster, what we can expect from a stacked Knicks/Pacers series, and the logistics of the Cavs keeping their championship window open by trading for Giannis Sponsored by: LinkedIn Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com…

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Wolves In WCF Again & Warriors Still Contenders (w/ Rachel Nichols) 44:56

2M ago44:56

44:56

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols convene for the first time since the crazy draft lottery and share their ideas for how they'd fix the lottery odds, Julius Randle proving his doubters wrong this postseason, why we're still high on the Warriors as contenders going forward, and what the Celtics should do as they wrestle with losing Jayson Tatum for al…

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Inside The Most Dramatic Draft Lottery Ever (w/ Kevin Sweeney) 50:03

2M ago50:03

50:03

Chris Mannix and SI's Kevin Sweeney talk live in Chicago at the NBA draft combine about the shocking draft lottery that saw the Mavericks jump to the number one pick and in position to draft Cooper Flagg. We also break down how a potential Giannis trade fits into the drafts, which tanking teams need to make a trade to move up, and our thoughts on s…

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Celtics Implode Against The Knicks (w/ Jay King) 27:18

2M ago27:18

27:18

Chris Mannix talks to Jay King of The Athletic about the Celtics falling down 0-2 to the Knicks and how they've blown two twenty point leads, the less than stellar play of Jayson Tatum, the Hack-a-Mitchell strategy, and what could be the mystery illness inflicting Kristaps Porziņģis Sponsored by: LinkedIn LinkedIn.com/OPENFLOOR Advertising Inquirie…

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A Huge Giannis Disagreement & Clippers Lackluster Ending (w/ Rachel Nichols) 41:17

2M ago41:17

41:17

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols take their Giannis trade disagreement even further after the Bucks first round defeat, Tyrese Haliburton using his player poll snub as playoff fuel, how Steph Curry's untimely injury will impact the Warriors, and what the Clippers should do after their completely healthy roster came up short in the first round Sponso…

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Episode 181: Novelist Spotlight #181: Ghostwriting memoirs with Ruby Peru 1:00:33

2M ago1:00:33

1:00:33

In the spotlight is Ruby Peru who, studied under Kurt Vonnegut during the 1980s, and David Foster Wallace during the 1990s, and today ghostwrites memoirs, as well as offering developmental editing services. She has also written a novel titled “Bits of String too Small to Save,” among other books. We discuss: >> The distinction between memoirs and a…

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Rockets Not Ready Yet & The Giannis Conundrum (w/ Rachel Nichols) 46:32

2M ago46:32

46:32

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Jimmy Butler's takeover against the Rockets in game 4 and if the Rockets bright future should include Jalen Green. We also get into JJ Redick playing his starting five for the entire second half of Game 4 and if and where Milwaukee should trade Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason following Damian Lillard's d…

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Episode 180: Novelist Spotlight #180: ‘Book of Souls’ and ‘Book of Demons’ author Kevin Moore 1:05:27

2M ago1:05:27

1:05:27

In the spotlight is Kevin Moore, author of “The Book of Souls,” a mystical ghost story and the first in a series of books featuring protagonist Jack Kelly and his paranormal abilities. The sequel to that book is “The Book of Demons” (think Harry Potter meets The Exorcist). Moore will continue the Jack Kelly paranormal saga with a third book release…

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Anonymous Poll Drama & Bucks In Trouble (w/ Rachel Nichols) 44:35

2M ago44:35

44:35

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss Rick Carlisle's comments about Tyrese Haliburton being named the league's most overrated player in an anonymous player poll, Luka trying to chase Rudy Gobert in the Lakers game 2 win, the Knicks having a tougher time against the Pistons than many thought, and what the Bucks will do in the offseason if they lo…

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Rockets Horrible Game 1 & Knicks Big Run (w/ Fred Katz) 47:33

3M ago47:33

47:33

Chris Mannix is joined by Fred Katz of the Athletic to discuss if more changes are coming in Atlanta after the dismissal of GM Landry Fields before breking down the Rockets awful performance in game one against the Warriors, the Wolves packing up the Lakers in Los Angeles, and if the Pistons can adjust after a game one loss to the Knicks Sponsored …

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The Most Anticipated First Round Match Ups (w/ Rachel Nichols) 32:17

3M ago32:17

32:17

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down their most anticipated first round playoff series including: The two close to call matchup between the Nuggets and Clippers, what players need to step up for the Rockets in order to beat the playoff tested Warriors, how the Wolves will fare against the re tooled Lakers, the sure to be brawl between the Kni…

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Our NBA Awards Go To... (w/ Rachel Nichols) 55:21

3M ago55:21

55:21

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the disastrous media session held by Nico Harrison and the Mavs front office before revealing who we voted for the MVP, Most Improved Player, Coach of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, and more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircl…

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Key Playoff Difference Makers (w/ Mark Medina) 33:09

3M ago33:09

33:09

Chris Mannix is joined by Mark Medina to discuss the Suns firing head coach Mike Budenholzer before discussing what players will be key difference makers including Jayson Tatum, Evan Mobley, Giannis, Russell Westbrook, and more Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Episode 179: Novelist Spotlight #179: A conversation with the creator of the Nena Knight series of suspense novels 1:01:45

3M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

In the spotlight is Yasmin Angoe, the Anthony-nominated author of the critically acclaimed thriller Her Name Is Knight of the Nena Knight series, which has been optioned for a television series. Her Name Is Knight has appeared in the New York Times Book Review, OprahDaily.com, POPSUGAR, Nerd Daily, the Washington Independent Review of Books, The Gu…

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Luka Returns To Dallas & Michael Malone's Firing (w/ Rachel Nichols) 45:09

3M ago45:09

45:09

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols get into the good and bad of Luka's return to Dallas, the shocking firing of Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone, why we have some doubts about the title hopes for the Thunder this season, and the suns officially being eliminated from the playoff picture Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. …

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Unpacking A Hectic Lakers Season (w/ Dan Woike) 46:12

3M ago46:12

46:12

Chris Mannix sits down with Dan Woike of the LA Times to discuss the state of the Lakers after a dominant win over the Oklahoma City Thunder and how Austin Reaves has looked like a border line all star, LeBron settling into a different role every night, and Luka Doncic preparing to play his first game back in Dallas Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy M…

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Episode 178: Novelist Spotlight #178: Political thriller novelist Michael Fedor 1:00:52

3M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

In the spotlight is award-winning political fiction writer Michael Fedor. He is the author of three published novels: “Tree of Liberty,” “What It Takes to Kill a Bull Moose” and “The Senate Deception.” With more than 20 years of political organizing experience, Fedor is known for writing fast-paced and dramatic copy, underpinned by meticulous resea…

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What Really Happened: The Luka Doncic Trade 38:15

3M ago38:15

38:15

Chris Mannix talks to ESPN's Tim MacMahon and author of the new book 'The Wonder Boy: Luka Doncic and the Curse of Greatness' about led to the team deciding to trade him, small moves made by the team that may have sped up their decline in their relationship with the star, and more Get your copy of 'The Wonder Boy: Luka Doncic and the Curse of Great…

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The Grizzlies Surprise Firing of Taylor Jenkins 36:31

3M ago36:31

36:31

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss why the Grizzlies fired head coach Taylor Jenkins right before the start of the playoffs and the year long changes that led to his dismissal. We also discuss how the Lakers remaining schedule could find them in the play in, and the leagues plan to create their own euro league Advertising Inquiries: https://re…

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LeBron's Pat McAfee Rebuttal & Playoff Implications (w/ Rachel Nichols) 52:05

3M ago52:05

52:05

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss LeBron James sitting down with Pat McAfee on ESPN for 90 minutes as the conversation around him and Stephen A drags on. We also discuss if the Warriors have shown they are a contender in the west with Jimmy Butler, if the Mavericks should focus on tanking out of play in contention, the Lakers regressing defen…

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How Far Can The Knicks Really Go? (w Alan Hahn) 32:54

3M ago32:54

32:54

Chris Mannix is joined by MSG's Alan Hahn to discuss the good but puzzling New York Knicks can beat the Celtics, successfully pair Karl Anthony Towns with a healthy Mitchell Robinson, and if Thibs should give the bench more minutes Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 years or older…

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Celtics Sell For Record Price & PHX's Booker Question (w/ Rachel Nichols) 48:42

4M ago48:42

48:42

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the Boston Celtics selling for a record $6.1 billion and if the tv rights bubble will cause this number to stand for awhile. We also discuss the Milwaukee Bucks sputtering offensive output, if the Knicks will make it to the conference finals, and what the Suns will do as a play in appearance looks unlikely…

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Can The Cavs Reach 70 Wins? (w/ Chris Fedor) 37:10

4M ago37:10

37:10

Chris Mannix talks about people claiming Shai Gilgeous-Alexander foul baiting on his way to MVP before he's joined by Chris Fedor from the Cleveland Plain Dealer about the team surpassing everyones expectations this season as unselfish basketball, the continued development of Evan Mobley, and a major deadline move has them on their way to 70 wins A…

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LeBron vs. Stephen A. & Den/OKC Throw Down (w/ Rachel Nichols) 48:19

4M ago48:19

48:19

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols LeBron James on court confrontation of Stephen A Smith over comments about Bronny Jr and Stephen A's ongoing response. We also discuss the possible western conference finals preview between the Nuggets and Thunder, the case for J. B. Bickerstaff for coach of the year, and Zion Williams playing all NBA basketball in h…

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Episode 177: Novelist Spotlight #177: Detective novelist Libby Cudmore and her five tips for writing series characters 1:03:39

4M ago1:03:39

1:03:39

In the spotlight is Libby Cudmore, Shamus and Black Orchid award winner and the author of the acclaimed novel The Big Rewind, as well as a novel titled Negative Girl. Her short stories have appeared in Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine and Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, among other publications. She has also co-edited the Anthony-nominated anthol…

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The Mavs Devastating Implosion Continues (w/ Rachel Nichols) 47:21

4M ago47:21

47:21

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss what Kyrie Irving tearing his ACL means for the Mavericks going forward, an even more loaded post trade deadline Cavs became the first team to clinch a playoff spot, how the Warriors have turned things around after acquiring Jimmy Butler, and why the Suns may blow it up this summer as they crawl to the end of…

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The Lakers are Rolling Post Luka Trade (w/ Jovan Buha) 33:18

4M ago33:18

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Chris Mannix is joined by the Athletic's Jovan Buha to discuss how the new look Lakers are 10-2 after the Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade, how they've been able to form a defensive mindset, and if they can actually challenge the Thunder and Nuggets in the playoffs Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabam…

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Are the Lakers Legitimate Title Contenders? (w/ Rachel Nichols) 38:00

4M ago38:00

38:00

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the new look Los Angeles Lakers and if they’re legitimate title contenders post-Luka Doncic trade. Plus, they discuss the New York Knicks struggles against top teams and close with a chat breaking down if there is any hope remaining with the Philadelphia 76ers. Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years …

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Episode 176: Novelist Spotlight #176: Bestseller Abigail Owen and her four tips for writing great beginnings 1:07:45

4M ago1:07:45

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In the spotlight is Abigail Owen, the #1 New York Times and #1 USA Today bestselling author of more than 30 books that range from YA epic romantasy to adult modern mythic romantasy to super-spicy adult paranormal romance. She is also the author of a Writer’s Digest article about how to get your novel off to a great start. We discuss: >> The writers…

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Lu Dort on Defensive Dominance & Going Undrafted 35:04

5M ago35:04

35:04

Chris Mannix sits down with Thunder guard Lu Dort on what it was like going undrafted, making defense the cornerstone of his game, defending smaller guards, and how OKC is better than they were last year Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Must be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 years or older in CO for some games, 21 ye…

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Episode 175: Novelist Spotlight #175: Time traveler Amy Daughters writes to Facebook friends and books to the reading public 1:04:04

5M ago1:04:04

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In the spotlight is Amy Daughters, author of the books “Dear Dana” and “You Cannot Mess This Up.” She is also a keynote speaker and a “spreader of the hope.” >> Writing letters >> Facebook connections >> Her appearance on the Kelly Clarkson Show >> Comedic writing >> The Houston Astrodome >> The Texas panhandle >> Her time in England >> Writing for…

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Butler's Warriors Debut & Knicks Turn Up The Heat (w/ Ben Golliver) 38:16

5M ago38:16

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Chris Mannix is joined by Ben Golliver to discuss if this weekends all star festivities will improve over previous editions, Jimmy Butler's first week with Golden State, the Knicks title chances as they stay hot heading into the break, and how the loaded Grizzlies have stayed under the radar as the #2 seed out west Sponsored by: Underdog Fantasy Mu…

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