Best Man To Man With Dan Fran Podcasts (2025)

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Different Crew: Red Sox Best Yankees in Weekend Series; Cal Raleigh Records Remarkable Milestone 49:33

21h ago49:33

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David Cone, Boog Sciambi and Mike Couzens are in the Clown Car after Sunday Night Baseball, diagnosing the state of the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox. They also discuss what’s next for Anthony Volpe after being benched, Milwaukee honoring Bob Uecker and Cal Raleigh’s historic weekend. Then, Buster talks to Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story. Next…

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Skids+ (Adam Scott, Dan Gregor, Doug Mand) 1:27:21

1d ago1:27:21

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Once again, the stars are back as Scott is joined by TV star and podcaster, Adam Scott. Adam clears the air with Scott on a previous CBB scheduling issue and discusses his rituals on the set of “Severance” and his thoughts on “Survivor”. Then, heir to the Public Broadcasting Service empire, Bob PBS joins to announce his new streaming service. Final…

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Mike Friday: Rugby Is What You Do, Not Who You Are 1:03:50

2d ago1:03:50

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What does it really mean to build a winning culture in sports? Few coaches can answer this question with the depth and global perspective of Mike Friday, international rugby sevens coach whose 25-year journey has taken him from England to Kenya to a decade with USA Rugby. "Culture is a group of individuals that have alignment in the way they go abo…

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Strategic Deception: Yankees-Red Sox Meet After 2 Months; Cubs & Dodgers Obscuring Issues 49:37

4d ago49:37

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David Schoenfield and Buster discuss the Mariners struggling to pitch away from home, Kyle Tucker playing through a hairline fracture in his hand, and how the Dodgers are managing the outfield. Then, Red Sox play-by-play voice Dave O’Brien stops by to talk about the state of the Red Sox with a big series against the Yankees this weekend. Later, Tod…

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Minnesota’s HC P.J. Fleck Reveals How He Builds Players Into Men 30:16

4d ago30:16

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This week on Next Up With Adam Breneman, Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck sits down for a wide-ranging conversation on building a program, leading through change, and the personal experiences that shaped his “Row The Boat” culture. Fleck reflects on the moments that defined his tenure at Minnesota — from snapping a 15-year losing streak to Wisconsin…

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Most Replayed Moment: How One Practice Changed Syracuse Football Forever | Syracuse Head Coach Fran Brown 4:06

5d ago4:06

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Syracuse’s first spring practice was sloppy, guys were fighting and professors were watching. So, Fran Brown made the whole team bear crawl — even the quarterback. That was the day everything changed. That was the culture shift. Watch the full episode with Fran Brown: https://youtu.be/_su7k1_DqGs For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to:…

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Dope Like You: Judge & Boone’s Differing Injury Stories; Expansion & Realignment Talk; Kyle Tucker Takes a Seat 56:05

6d ago56:05

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Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss why there is no rift between Aaron Judge and Aaron Boone following their differing injury assessments, if Tim is opening to realignment, Buster’s belief the Royals are the 2025 Tigers, Tim’s time in Williamsport, and Nolan McLean’s athleticism. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about Zack Wheeler’s injury news, Kyle Tucke…

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REFLECTIONS: The Power of Team Cohesion 14:48

6d ago14:48

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The quest for high performance in team sports often leads coaches down the wrong path. What if the secret to winning isn't about collecting the most talented individuals, but something far more fundamental? Ben Darwin's groundbreaking research through Gainline Analytics has produced a data goldmine that challenges conventional wisdom about building…

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Brain Is Working: Clown Car Rides Through Williamsport for the Little League Classic 37:20

8d ago37:20

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David Cone, Karl Ravech, Eduardo Pérez and Buster are in the Clown Car following the Little League Classic in Williamsport, Pa. The guys discuss a 7-3 Mets win over the Mariners on Sunday Night Baseball, Nolan McLean providing the Mets a spark, Mark Vientos getting going, why Mariners are still the best team in the American League, and the interact…

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The Monk Chunk (Mike Hanford, Ele Woods, Fran Gillespie) 1:28:16

8d ago1:28:16

1:28:16

This week, celebrity chef Adjacent Mantzoukas returns to update Scott about his bike tours, Spider-Man movie, and his new marriage. Then, Scott gets a surprise visit from the heiress to the Gardetto snack mix fortune, Signey Gardetto. Finally, the future First Lady of Texas, Tinky Clydesdale, drops in to reveal all of her secrets. Hosted on Acast. …

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Chris Boyd: Leadership Trumps Management 1:03:43

9d ago1:03:43

1:03:43

What if everything you thought about building team culture was wrong? Chris Boyd, the celebrated coach who transformed teams from the Hurricanes to Northampton Saints, challenges conventional wisdom by arguing that "culture grows organically and internally" rather than being imposed from above. Drawing from decades of experience across multiple con…

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Winning Burgers: Dan Shulman on the Blue Jays; Operational Humility in Milwaukee; Big Padres-Dodgers Series This Weekend 48:25

11d ago48:25

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Dan Shulman and Buster discuss the Toronto Blue Jays perched atop the American League, the latest on George Springer, wearing down pitchers, the veteran staring pitching, and when we might see top prospect Trey Yesavage. Then, Jesse Rogers stops by to talk about the Brewers’ confidence, the Cubs calling up Owen Caissie, and the Padres taking a lead…

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Kyron Drones: Why I Chose Virginia Tech and Never Looked Back 35:21

11d ago35:21

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Virginia Tech starting quarterback Kyron Drones joins Adam Breneman on Next Up for an in-depth conversation about his journey from Texas high school football to leading the Hokies. Growing up in Pearland, Texas, Drones won a state championship with his dad as head coach, a moment that solidified his love for the game. After beginning his college ca…

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Always Up To Something: Phillies GM Dave Dombrowski on Trading for Jhoan Duran; AL & NL West Races; Hembo on the Brewers 1:06:03

13d ago1:06:03

1:06:03

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss the Cal Raleigh as the main attraction during the Little League Classic in Williamsport, the Padres catching the Dodgers in the NL West, the Mariners catching the Astros in the AL West, the Brewers lighting up Paul Skenes, and how Skenes should handle his future on a bad team. Then, Dave Dombrowski talks about his co…

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REFLECTIONS Interpersonal Sensitivity (The Secret Weapon of Elite Coaches) 22:53

13d ago22:53

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The difference between good coaches and great ones isn't found in tactical knowledge or technical expertise—it's their ability to read people. This fascinating exploration of interpersonal sensitivity reveals why the world's elite coaches prioritize human connection before anything else. High-performance manager Chris Webb, who has worked with mult…

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Most Relayed Moment: They Said His Defense Was Too Aggressive… Then He Took Over Penn State | PSU DC Jim Knowles 7:11

13d ago7:11

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They said his system was too risky. Too aggressive. That it couldn’t work at a place like Penn State. Jim Knowles heard all of it — and didn’t flinch. Now he’s the one calling the shots in Happy Valley, and he’s got one goal: build the best defense in the country. This is how he thinks about pressure, scheme, and silencing critics. For sponsorships…

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Old-Timers: Another Clown Car Cameo; Brewers Creating Distance in NL Central; Boog w/ Kyle Tucker 35:31

15d ago35:31

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David Cone, Karl Ravech, Eduardo Pérez and Buster combine for a Clown Car as they're walking out of Busch Stadium. The guys discuss the state of the Cardinals and Cubs following Sunday Night Baseball, the Brewers sweeping the Mets, if the New York teams are in danger of falling out of the Wild Card race, Mariano Rivera tearing his achilles, and nex…

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Sixteen Toilets And Another Day Older (Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Daly) 1:33:33

15d ago1:33:33

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This week, Scott is joined by his personal physician, Dr. Bill Blondie, who drops by to discuss his new job with the United States government. Then, businessman Danny Mahoney returns to the pod to update us on his new business ventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Joey Mongalo: Learn from Everyone, Everywhere: The World as Your Leadership Library 1:06:05

16d ago1:06:05

1:06:05

What makes a great coach? Joey Mongalo, defense coach at the Sharks in Durban, doesn't hesitate when answering this question: it's the ability to understand context, connect authentically, and treat leadership as a core skill rather than a "soft" one. Joey brings extraordinary perspective to coaching culture as someone with both elite rugby coachin…

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Mud Birds: Royals GM J.J. Picollo on Deadline Moves & Extending Seth Lugo; Snippets of Desperation in the AL East 52:37

18d ago52:37

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Royals GM J.J. Picollo joins Buster to discuss his traded deadline experience, how much the parity in the American League was a factor in making moves, extending Seth Lugo, adding Mike Yastrzemski, and trading Freddy Fermin to the Padres. Then, Alden Gonzalez talks about the tight AL East race, his preseason Mariners’ prediction, the Yankees trying…

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Rebuilding Vanderbilt: Clark Lea’s SEC Master Plan 58:50

18d ago58:50

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In this episode, Adam Breneman sits down with Vanderbilt Head Coach Clark Lea for one of the most thoughtful and transparent conversations ever on Next Up. From his emotional first day on the job to the grind of building a winning program in the SEC, Coach Lea opens up like never before. He reflects on the early failures, the pressure he put on him…

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Glut: Aaron Judge Returns; Yankee Panic or Patience; Best Team in the American League; Thin 2026 HOF Class 1:00:18

20d ago1:00:18

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Hembo and Buster discuss the New York Yankees losing their fifth straight game, Jhoan Duran’s entrance, what makes Cristopher Sánchez so dominant, how trading Rafael Devers unlocked the Red Sox lineup, and baseball is enjoying unprecedented (on-field) parity. Then, Tim Kurkjian and Dave Schoenfield talk about which team is the best in the American …

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REFLECTIONS Taming Your Coach's Ego 17:43

20d ago17:43

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The silent opponent every coach must face isn't on the field—it's within. This episode dives deep into the complex relationship coaches have with their egos and how mastering (not eliminating) this powerful force can transform your leadership. Drawing from wisdom shared by elite coaches like Steve Hansen and John Wooden, we explore the crucial dist…

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Most Replayed Moment: Beau Pribula... The Day I Left Penn State 11:39

20d ago11:39

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Beau Pribula didn’t want to leave Penn State. He had just practiced. Thought he was playing in the playoffs. Then everything changed. The phone call from his family. The meetings with Coach Franklin. The decision that changed everything. For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: [email protected] SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: htt…

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Started to Flow: Rob Thomson Crashes Clown Car; Charlie Morton on Getting the Ball in World Series Game 7 57:55

22d ago57:55

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Phillies manager Rob Thomson hops in the Clown Car with Buster, Eduardo Pérez, David Cone and Karl Ravech to share his thoughts on Cristopher Sanchez’s performance and using Jhoan Duran in the eighth inning. Then, the guys discuss why the MVP of the weekend was Dave Dombrowski, the best team in the National League, the Marlins sweeping the Yankees,…

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2 Rat 2 Touille (Patton Oswalt, Eddie Pepitone, Carl Tart, Rekha Shankar) 1:30:05

22d ago1:30:05

1:30:05

This week, American comedians Eddie Pepitone and Patton Oswalt join Scott to discuss cosplay, nervous breakdowns, and Eddie’s new special “The Collapse” (out now on Veeps.com). Then, Wrestler Tootie Rivers drops in to promote the changes he’d like to see in the world of wrestling, and a Guardian Angel named Mumps pays Scott an unnerving visit. Fina…

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Seilala Mapusua: Understanding Polynesian Players. 46:23

23d ago46:23

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Seilala Mapusua takes us on a profound journey through the cultural landscapes of rugby, drawing from his remarkable career spanning from Samoa to New Zealand's Otago, London Irish in England, and Japan's Kubota Spears. At the heart of this conversation lies a powerful coaching philosophy: "Connect with the person, then you can coach the player." M…

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2025 MLB Trade Deadline: Grading All 30 Teams' Moves from Bristol; Cubs GM Jed Hoyer Joins 43:34

25d ago43:34

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Jeff Passan, Tim Kurkjian and Buster gather in Bristol following the 2025 MLB trade deadline. The guys dole out grades for all 30 teams, decide whether this was actually the craziest trade deadline in recent years and talk to Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHO…

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How Vanderbilt Is Quietly Building a Contender | Vanderbilt Football GM Barton Simmons 54:30

25d ago54:30

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In this episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman, presented by Teamworks, Vanderbilt GM Barton Simmons joins the show for an unfiltered look into what it actually takes to build a college football roster in 2025. From the chaos of the transfer portal to the complexity of NIL and data analytics, Barton explains how his role has evolved into one of the …

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Midwest Superstar: Final Trade Deadline Check-In with Jeff Passan; Bryce Harper & Rob Manfred Have It Out 1:03:38

27d ago1:03:38

1:03:38

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss the Mariners on the verge of doing more, what makes the relief market so interesting, Shane Bieber’s availability, if the Dodgers should try acquire Steven Kwan, why Jeff thinks the Padres will do something big, and where they think Merrill Kelly will land. Then, Hembo on the passing of Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandber…

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James Doleman: How Referees Shape Rugby's Culture Beyond the Rules 1:07:06

27d ago1:07:06

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When James Dolman steps onto a rugby field to referee a test match, he carries years of mental preparation, relationship-building, and self-reflection with him. In this revealing conversation with Ben Herring, Dolman takes us behind the scenes of elite officiating, exploring the psychological challenges that come with making split-second decisions …

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A Trade A Day: Clown Car After Mets Sweep Giants; Seth Lugo Extended; Bullpen Musical Chairs 57:20

29d ago57:20

57:20

David Cone, Eduardo Pérez and Buster hop in the Clown Car to discuss the state of the Giants and Mets, the Royals extending Seth Lugo and why the Guardians should think about dealing their bullpen arms. Then, Jesse Rogers stops by to talk the favorites to land Eugenio Suarez, the Cubs' pitching target, the Rays' regression, the Tigers' bullpen fall…

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May The Labubu Be With You (Mike Mitchell, Shaun Diston, Patty Guggenheim) 1:25:12

29d ago1:25:12

1:25:12

This week Mike “Mitch” Mitchell joins Scott to discuss his time on “The Simpsons”, constantly embarrassing himself, and the new season of “Twisted Metal”. Then, spiritual advisor Yoda stops by to break off a ‘sclusie about the next “Star Wars” movie. Finally, energy reader Deb drops in to talk about how the economy has impacted her business. Hosted…

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Aaron Smith: Great coaches admit mistakes and know when to stop coaching 58:55

30d ago58:55

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What separates championship team cultures from the rest? For legendary All Blacks halfback Aaron Smith, it comes down to something invisible yet incredibly powerful: "that feeling that binds you all together." Drawing from his extraordinary career spanning 185 games for the Highlanders and 124 tests for the All Blacks, Smith reveals the stark contr…

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Snakes Are Sellers: Clown Car with Coney & Ravy; San Diego's Window Closing; Buster's Top Five 1:07:15

1M ago1:07:15

1:07:15

David Cone, Karl Ravech and Buster pile in the Clown Car to discuss the Philadelphia Phillies as a World Series favorite, why the Boston Red Sox can’t take on rentals, and the New York Yankees playing tight. Then, Alden Gonzalez and Jorge Castillo talk about the Yankees’ clunky roster construction, the San Diego Padres’ window closing fast, Mike El…

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From Bench to Baylor Star | Baylor QB Sawyer Robertson 39:05

1M ago39:05

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Baylor starting quarterback Sawyer Robertson sits down with Adam Breneman for a raw and inspiring conversation ahead of the 2025 college football season. In this episode of Next Up, Sawyer opens up about his unlikely journey—from growing up a baseball-first kid in Lubbock, Texas, to playing for Mike Leach at Mississippi State, and eventually earnin…

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Major League Surplus: Steve Phillips on Why the Twins Should Sell; Tim Kurkjian is Mad at Buster; Jake Peavy on Tarik Skubal's Balance 1:09:32

1M ago1:09:32

1:09:32

Steve Phillips and Buster talk all things trade deadline, including matching buyers, if the Rafael Devers trade ate up the San Francisco Giants’ flexibility, how the Seattle Mariners will get involved, managing up and down the org chart as a general manager, what “all in” means for the Blue Jays, if Emmanuel Clase will be available, the New York Me…

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REFLECTIONS Public vs. Private 13:36

1M ago13:36

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What makes a truly meaningful team culture? It's not just putting values on a wall or running team-building exercises. According to Ben Herring, it requires a deliberate framework with three essential components working together to form what he calls your "culture circle." The first component challenges conventional thinking about success. While pu…

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Tank Top: Clown Car Witnesses Another Tarik Skubal Gem; Buster Sits Down with Bruce Bochy 48:48

1M ago48:48

48:48

David Cone, Karl Ravech, Eduardo Pérez and Buster hop in the Clown Car to discuss a brilliant 6 2/3 innings from Tarik Skubal on Sunday Night Baseball, Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch pulling Skubal in the 7th inning, the Texas Rangers still in the Wild Card race, the Milwaukee Brewers winning 10-straight with a sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers, …

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Thong Seduction (Andy Samberg, Neil Campbell, Mitra Jouhari) 1:19:31

1M ago1:19:31

1:19:31

This week, Andy Samberg, Neil Campbell, and Mitra Jouhari join Scott to discuss their favorite Tex-Mex cuisine, the new season of “Digman!”, and why it took so long to get a second season. Then, positivity ambassador Sonny Price drops in to discuss why spreading positivity is so important. Then, dating coach Elizabeth Bitch joins to share her uniqu…

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Mike Cron: Rugby's Wisest Coach Shares His Lifetime of Wisdom 56:56

1M ago56:56

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When a coach with 42 years of experience and three World Cup titles speaks, the rugby world listens. Mike Cron, forwards coach for the Wallabies and veteran of 217 All Blacks matches, opens up about the coaching philosophy that's made him a legend in the sport. What makes a great rugby culture? According to Cron, it starts with having "an aim or go…

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This Man Pays Louisville Athletes Millions…Here’s How | NIL Collective President Dan Furman 57:05

1M ago57:05

57:05

Dan Furman is one of the leading voices in the college sports business, joins Adam Breneman for a powerful and revealing conversation. As the head of Louisville’s official NIL collective, Dan has overseen tens of millions of dollars in athlete payments, and helped redefine how collectives, schools, and players operate in this new era of college ath…

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Swing Off: Buster Returns; Top 5 Teams in Baseball; Dan Shaughnessy Recaps Boston’s First Half 50:46

1M ago50:46

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Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Buster’s return to the podcast, what Tim liked and didn’t like during his trip to Atlanta for the All-Star Game, and Pete Alonso’s idea to change baseball. Plus, Buster unloads his trade deadline notebook and Tim reacts. Then, The Boston Globe’s Dan Shaughnessy stops by to talk about the twist and turns of the Red So…

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REFLECTIONS: Why words matter! 10:28

1M ago10:28

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Ever wondered why certain coaches' words stick with you for decades? That's not coincidence – it's the powerful alchemy of language and leadership. Words shape our reality as coaches and leaders. When we speak, we're not merely giving instructions or feedback – we're literally creating the internal dialogue that plays in our athletes' minds long af…

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Most Replayed Moment: Why NIL DOESN’T Work | Army Head Coach Jeff Monken 20:12

1M ago20:12

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Army plays by different rules. No NIL collectives. No revenue sharing. Strict admissions standards. And still… they win. Jeff Monken breaks down how they recruit, why they use analytics to gain an edge, and what makes Army football so different. Watch the full episode with Jeff Monken: https://youtu.be/nHl7cbHHMU4 For sponsorships or business inqui…

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BBTN Live: Home Run Derby Champ Cal Raleigh for MVP? + Second Half Lookahead 32:35

1M ago32:35

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Welcome to Baseball Tonight LIVE presented by Sage! Today, we’re recapping Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh winning the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby and Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero’s coming out party as runner-up. Plus, a look ahead to after the All-Star break, including the AL East race, whether The Big Dumper has a case for MVP ov…

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Big Dumper: Cal Raleigh Wins 2025 Home Run Derby; Clown Car with Todd Frazier 33:56

1M ago33:56

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Karl Ravech, Eduardo Pérez and Todd Frazier discuss Cal Raleigh winning the Home Run Derby, Cal’s brother T catching for him, a coming out party for Junior Caminero, Paul Skenes facing Tarik Skubal in the All-Star Game, Fraizer’s All-Star Game experience as a player, and the biggest mystery of the night. Then, Jesse Rogers joins for Bleacher Tweets…

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Zip Your Lip, Eat The Key (Josh Gondelman, Vic Michaelis, Zach Reino) 1:26:36

1M ago1:26:36

1:26:36

This week, Josh Gondelman joins Scoop to discuss his Wikipedia page, his many Emmy awards, and his new stand-up comedy special “Positive Reinforcement” (streaming now on YouTube!). Then Pokémon trainers Ember Chuckit, and Dash Grabum return with updates on what they’ve been up to. Finally, longevity expert Mark Fripp drops in to share some interest…

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Dan Bowden: How to Coach Your Players Without Putting Them to Sleep 1:09:06

1M ago1:09:06

1:09:06

Dan Bowden's rugby journey spans three continents and multiple elite environments, from the Crusaders' player-led culture to Leicester Tigers' strict framework. Now, as attack coach for Japan's national team, he's blending these experiences into something uniquely effective. Standing in the coach's box after Japan's stunning 24-19 victory over Wale…

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HR Derby Chatter: Ty Schmit HR Derby Preview, and Just Baseball All-Time HR Derby Draft 47:17

2M ago47:17

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Hembo and The Pat McAfee Show's Ty Schmit discuss what they're watching for in the approaching Home Run Derby, Monday at 8PM ET on ESPN. Then the crew of The Just Baseball Show joins Hembo to conduct an all-time home run derby draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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