Best Mvc The Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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REDS [PATREON PREVIEW] 4:49

12h ago4:49

4:49

This week on Movies vs. Capitalism, Frank is joined by labor historian and pod favorite Harvey Kaye to talk about Warren Beatty’s REDS. They dig into the film’s take on the Russian Revolution, American radicalism, and what Hollywood gets right—and wrong—about revolution. 🤝 TO HEAR THE FULL EPISODE SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON 🤝 www.patreon.com/movies_v…

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Meet the EMS Avenger: Saving lives with kindness and content 29:52

8d ago29:52

29:52

In this high-impact edition of the EMS One-Stop podcast, host Rob Lawrence sits down with EMS influencer and educator Jimmy Apple, known widely across platforms as The EMS Avenger. With nearly 70,000 followers on TikTok and a growing presence on Instagram and Facebook, Jimmy has mastered the art of compressing complex clinical topics into digestibl…

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Growing the next generation of changemakers in rural EMS 47:47

10d ago47:47

47:47

In this special crossover edition of EMS One-Stop and The Bridge Podcast from the Kentucky Office of Rural Health, host Amelia Holliday leads the conversation, joined by Scott Helle, rural project manager at KORH; and Rob Lawrence, host of EMS One-Stop and EMS leader. Recorded live at the 2025 Kentucky EMS Leadership Academy, this episode explores …

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From info overload to instant clarity: Lifeline EMS puts AI to work 42:48

10d ago42:48

42:48

In this episode of the EMS One-Stop podcast, host Rob Lawrence sits down with Danielle Thomas, chief operating officer, Lifeline EMS of Los Angeles, to explore how her team is harnessing “actual intelligence” — through a proprietary, closed-source AI platform called InCheck — to solve a perennial EMS headache: information overload. Thomas explains …

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Enemy at the Gates (w/ Daniel from ‘The Sickle and the Hammer’) 1:50:07

15d ago1:50:07

1:50:07

Rivka and Frank are joined by Daniel from the new podcast ‘The Sickle and the Hammer: A Socialist History of the Soviet Union’ to talk about the 2001 Soviet-era drama Enemy at the Gates. If you’ve ever wondered what the Western capitalist perspective is on the siege of Stalingrad - this is the movie for you! We unpack all of the propaganda, histori…

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Minority Report (w/ Prem Thakker) 1:40:13

28d ago1:40:13

1:40:13

Rivka and Frank are joined by journalist and Zeteo staff writer Prem Thakker to discuss Stephen Spielberg and Tom Cruise’s 2002 sci-fi dystopian crime thriller Minority Report. The three talk about the film’s critique of the modern day surveillance state, the philosophical concept of “pre-crime”, and whether the entire movie could have been avoided…

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Paramedics without borders: Celebrating global unity on International Paramedic Day 34:29

29d ago34:29

34:29

In this international edition of the EMS One-Stop podcast, host Rob Lawrence welcomes Lewis Andrews, the chief operating officer of the United Kingdom’s College of Paramedics, for an insightful discussion on two major topics shaping global paramedicine. First up is International Paramedic Day, taking place on July 8, 2025. Now in its third year, th…

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How ‘One big beautiful bill’ could break EMS 52:32

1M ago52:32

52:32

In this vital episode of EMS One-Stop, host Rob Lawrence is joined by Matt Zavadsky and attorney Doug Wolfberg of Page, Wolfberg & Wirth for a deep-dive into three financial flashpoints currently impacting EMS. First, the trio unpack the launch of the new PWW|AG/EMS|MC EMS Financial Index, a quarterly report leveraging billing and revenue cycle dat…

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Safe streets for all: MVC care funding in action 42:39

1M ago42:39

42:39

In this episode of the EMS One-Stop podcast, host Rob Lawrence sits down with returning guest Chief Robbie MacCue of Colonie EMS (New York) to explore the transformative potential of the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) federal grant program. Funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, SS4A aims to prevent roadway fatalities and enha…

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Capitalism, A Love Story (w/ Harvey Kaye) [UNLOCKED] 2:04:21

2M ago2:04:21

2:04:21

While we're on hiatus, we're unlocking this episode from behind the paywall! Thank you all for listening and your support :) Rivka and Frank are joined by MVC all-star Harvey Kaye to discuss Michael Moore’s 2009 documentary Capitalism, A Love Story. They talk about the film’s radicalizing potential, its portrayal of the 2008 financial crisis, what …

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Inside the EMS Compact: How REPLICA transforms disaster response, licensing & leadership 41:47

2M ago41:47

41:47

In this episode of the EMS One-Stop podcast, host Rob Lawrence kicks off a special series spotlighting national EMS associations, beginning with a deep dive into the EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate CompAct (REPLICA). His guest, Donnie Woodyard Jr., executive director, Interstate Commission for EMS Personnel Practice, brings decades of EMS experi…

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Insights, actions and the future of EMS: The 2025 ESO EMS Index 56:26

2M ago56:26

56:26

In this special data-driven edition of the EMS One-Stop podcast, host Rob Lawrence is joined by Dr. Brent Myers, chief medical officer, ESO, and Dr. Remle Crowe, ESO’s director of clinical and operational research, to unpack the newly released 2025 ESO EMS Index. This annual report provides a powerful, real-world snapshot of national EMS trends — d…

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Barriers to prehospital whole blood implementation 41:17

2M ago41:17

41:17

In this episode of EMS One-Stop, host Rob Lawrence is joined by Dr. Christine Carico and Dr. Matt Levy to discuss the peer-reviewed paper, “Nationwide Trends in Prehospital Blood Product Use After Injury.” The paper, published in “Transfusion” in April 2025, explores the use of blood products in prehospital trauma care. Despite the proven benefits …

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Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (w/ Don) 1:32:01

2M ago1:32:01

1:32:01

Rivka and Frank are joined by attorney and legal organizer Don to talk about the 1981 cult classic Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior. The three compare the political formations and ideologies inherent to both the communists of proto-Gastown and the violent raiders of Lord Humungus’ gang. They also unpack the nature of the film’s unreliable narrator, whet…

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Severance & White Lotus 1:29:51

3M ago1:29:51

1:29:51

This week, Rivka and Frank dive into two of the most talked-about shows of the season: The White Lotus and Severance. They explore how Severance brilliantly captures Marx’s concept of worker alienation, debate whether The White Lotus functions as true satire or simply a glossy drama about wealthy vacationers, and discuss the political implications …

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EMS in the ash zone: Alaska’s Mount Spurr and the volcanic challenge 23:04

3M ago23:04

23:04

In this episode of the EMS One-Stop podcast, host Rob Lawrence is joined by Deputy Director Tracey Loscar from Mat-Su Borough EMS in Alaska. Together, they discuss the looming threat of Mount Spurr, a volcano located 75 miles west of Anchorage, which is currently showing signs of potential eruption. Loscar provides insights into disaster management…

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Galaxy Quest (w/ MVC Editor John) 1:41:07

3M ago1:41:07

1:41:07

Rivka and Frank are joined by MVC editor John for a deep-dive into the sci-fi parody Galaxy Quest. They unpack the film’s clear affection for Star Trek, its sharp satire of fan culture and conventions, and why David Mamet once praised it as one of the best-structured screenplays in modern film. Speaking of space, Frank and Rivka give their take on …

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Jumanji [PATREON PREVIEW] 6:40

3M ago6:40

6:40

Rivka and Frank return with another duet to revisit a childhood staple: Jumanji, the Robin Williams-led adventure that shaped a generation’s imagination. But as they unpack the film, it becomes clear that it’s doing more than telling the story of a man trapped in a magical board game. Beneath the surface, Jumanji reflects deeper currents—tracing th…

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The human side of EMS: Culture, compassion and clinical courage 30:46

3M ago30:46

30:46

In this episode of EMS One-Stop, recorded live from the ABC 360 and XI Conference, host Rob Lawrence chats with keynote speaker Catherine Kuhlmann, a firefighter-paramedic with over 26 years of experience. Kuhlmann discusses the importance of understanding both internal and external customer service in EMS, emphasizing the need for a healthy organi…

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A Bug’s Life (w/ Ellory Smith) 1:18:09

3M ago1:18:09

1:18:09

Rivka and Frank are joined by 3 time Emmy Nominated writer and comedian Ellory Smith to discuss the 1998 Disney / Pixar film A Bug’s Life. The trio deep dive into this radical animation, discussing its themes of exploitation and surplus value. They also discuss how the circus bugs symbolize mutual aid, and, in a controversial twist, they ask: Is Fl…

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Future-proofing EMS: How a new course is building results-driven problem solvers 1:01:48

3M ago1:01:48

1:01:48

NOTE: Be sure to check out the Inside EMS podcast this month where Rob Lawrence will be joining Kelly Grayson as a guest cohost for Chris Cebollero. In this episode of the EMS One-Stop podcast, Dr. Dave Williams discusses an exciting new master's-level course designed for EMS and fire leaders, focused on advanced improvement science. Along with Mik…

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Sleep, safety & fatigue: Improving EMS health with Dr. Dan Patterson 38:02

4M ago38:02

38:02

In this episode of EMS One-Stop, host Rob Lawrence is joined by Dr. Dan Patterson, a clinician-scientist specializing in safety in emergency care settings. Dr. Patterson’s work centers around critical factors in EMS safety, such as sleep health, shift work, fatigue and their combined effects on clinician well-being. Timeline of key discussion point…

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Up in the Air (w/ Marianne Williamson) 1:19:16

4M ago1:19:16

1:19:16

Rivka and Frank are joined by author, activist, and former presidential candidate Marianne Williamson to discuss Jason Reitman’s 2009 comedy drama Up in the Air — a movie where George Clooney flies around the country firing people. The three discuss the film’s context coming out shortly after the 2008 financial crisis, the film’s depiction of “corp…

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Be Kind Rewind (w/ Jesse Jae Hoon) 1:15:49

4M ago1:15:49

1:15:49

Rivka and Frank are joined by organizer and playwright Jesse Jae Hoon to delve into the 2008 Michel Gondry film Be Kind Rewind. Together, the trio explore how this quirky comedy, starring Mos Def and Jack Black, offers a poignant commentary on the power of community organizing and storytelling within movements. Frank and Rivka also discuss the curr…

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031925 UNI Panther MBB Claw Calls of the Game: NIT Rd 1 at SMU 14:56

4M ago14:56

14:56

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course. The Panther season ended in the first round of the NIT. SMU defeated UNI 73-63 in Dallas Wednesday night. Trey Campbell led the Panthers with 16 points and 4 assists, while Tytan Anderson chipped in 14 in th…

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I Saw the TV Glow [PATREON PREVIEW] 3:28

4M ago3:28

3:28

Rivka and Frank join forces to dissect the 2024 indie horror gem I Saw the TV Glow, directed by Jane Schoenbrun. The pair dive into the film's political subtext, its hauntingly beautiful portrayal of suburban oppression, and its poignant power as a trans allegory. 🤝 TO HEAR THE FULL EPISODE SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON 🤝 www.patreon.com/movies_vs_capit…

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031125 UNI Panther WBB Claw Calls of the Week UIC and Valpo 12:51

4M ago12:51

12:51

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther Women's Basketball? Claw Calls of course. The UNI Panthers split the final road trim in regular season MVC play, dropping a game at UIC 76-57, then bouncing back to beat Valparaiso 85-73. In the first game Ryley Goebel posted a career night,…

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030725 UNI MBB Claw Calls of the Game: Qtrs vs Valpo 11:11

4M ago11:11

11:11

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course. The Panthers dropped their quarterfinal matchup with the Valparaiso Beacons on Friday night. Final score 64-63. Tytan Anderson led the team with 22 points and five rebounds. UNI trailed by 19 in the second h…

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Monsters, Inc. (w/ Cassie Willson) 1:21:43

4M ago1:21:43

1:21:43

Rivka and Frank are joined by comedian Cassie Willson to discuss the 2001 Pixar classic Monsters, Inc. The trio dives into how the story of two monsters whose job is to extract energy through the exploitation of vulnerable human children offers a rich political allegory. This week, Rivka and Frank also cover the 2025 Oscars. Next week, we'll be wat…

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030625 Hoops and Family Podcast: MVC Tournament Edition 2025 24:06

4M ago24:06

24:06

It is the "Panther Hoops and Family Podcast." Your source for all things Panther Basketball. This week Coach Jacobson discusses characteristics of teams that succeed in St. Louis, memories of teams he's brought down to the Arch and what makes him proud of his team's development this year. Be sure to subscribe to the Panther Point of View to never m…

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Emerging threat update: Avian influenza, Mpox, Ebola, seasonal flu 32:31

4M ago32:31

32:31

In this episode of EMS One-Stop, host Rob Lawrence welcomes back Dr. Alex Isakov, a leading expert in infectious diseases from NETEC and Emory University in Atlanta. Dr. Isakov provides valuable updates on current and emerging infectious diseases; their global impact; and the critical role EMS professionals play in identifying, isolating and protec…

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Anora [UNLOCKED] 1:27:09

4M ago1:27:09

1:27:09

Following Anora's big night at the Academy Awards, we're UNLOCKING our Patreon episode on the film, which some have described as the "most comprehensive Anora podcast of all time." ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED JAN. 30: Rivka and Frank unpack the varied politics of Best Picture Oscar winner Anora, directed by Sean Baker with a breakout performance by Mikey …

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The $21M Texas EMS recruitment and retention initiative 30:09

4M ago30:09

30:09

Recruiting and retaining EMS professionals has been an ongoing challenge across the U.S., made worse by the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode of the EMS One–Stop podcast, host Rob Lawrence sits down with Joe Schmider, Texas State EMS director, to discuss the $21M Texas EMS Workforce Initiative — a data-driven approach to recruiting and retaining E…

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030225 UNI MBB Claw Calls of the Game at Bradley 13:36

4M ago13:36

13:36

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course. The Panthers dropped the final game of the regular season 73-56 to the Bradley Braves on the road. Ben Schweiger and Max Weisbrod both scored 11 points in the loss. UNI finishes the regular season 20-11 over…

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030125 UNI WBB Claw Calls of the Week Evansville and Drake 15:09

4M ago15:09

15:09

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther Women's Basketball? Claw Calls of course. The UNI Panthers split a weekend at home in MVC play, beating Evansville in the first game of the weekend, 71-54, then dropped the second game of the weekend 80-79 to the Drake Bulldogs. Hear postgam…

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022625 UNI Panther MBB Claw Calls vs UIC ii 17:33

4M ago17:33

17:33

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course. The Panthers won their home finale over the UIC Flames 74-52 at the McLeod Center. The win is the 20th of the year for the Panthers and their 14th at home. Jacob Hutson led the way with a career-high tying 2…

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100TH EPISODE: Big Night (w/ Tom Cappello) 1:25:05

4M ago1:25:05

1:25:05

Rivka and Frank are celebrating their 100th episode of Movies VS Capitalism with a very special guest—Frank's dad, Tom Cappello! With over 40 years of experience in the restaurant industry, Tom brings a deeply personal perspective to the hit 1996 Stanley Tucci film Big Night. In this milestone episode, the trio dives into the politics of cooking—pa…

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022325 UNI Panther MBB Claw Calls of the Game: Drake ii 16:02

5M ago16:02

16:02

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course. The Panthers dropped a heartbreaker, 64-58 in OT, to the Drake Bulldogs. Panthers were down 8 points in the first half and three at halftime before battling back to take a lead with under 20 seconds left on …

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022225 UNI Panther WBB Claw Calls of the Week: Mo State and SIU 14:42

5M ago14:42

14:42

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther Women's Basketball? Claw Calls of course. The UNI Panthers split a weekend at home in MVC play, losing in overtime to first place Missouri State 75-72 and bouncing back to defeat Southern Illinois 87-51. Postgame interviews include seniors E…

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‘The leader must own it’: General Robert Neller on ethical leadership and adaptability 54:58

5M ago54:58

54:58

In this special episode of EMS One-Stop, host Rob Lawrence welcomes General Robert B. Neller, the 37th commandant of the United States Marine Corps, to discuss leadership, decision-making, team building and the evolving challenges facing public safety professionals. General Neller shares his perspective on leading under pressure, making critical de…

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A Complete Unknown (w/ Svetlana Kitto) 1:22:52

5M ago1:22:52

1:22:52

Rivka and Frank are joined by writer Svetlana Kitto to discuss the 2024 Timothée Chalamet Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown. The trio examines whether the film delves deeply enough into the politics of its time. They also explore whether it matters if an artist considers themselves political, how the women in the film manage to shine despite thei…

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021925 Panther MBB Claw Calls of the Game at Belmont ii 16:56

5M ago16:56

16:56

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course. The Panthers picked up their sixth straight win, their longest win streak since the 2019-20 season, 82-75 over Belmont. Down 29-10 after 9 minutes, the Panthers cut the deficit to 7 at the half and completed…

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021725 UNI Panther MBB Claw Calls of the Game: Murray State 2 15:36

5M ago15:36

15:36

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course. The Panthers picked up their fifth straight win, their longest win streak of the year, 74-67 over Murray State. Panthers got a game high 21 points from Trey Campbell on 5-7 three point shooting. Ben Schweige…

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021625 UNI Panther WBB Claw Calls of the Game: Belmont and Murray 13:39

5M ago13:39

13:39

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther Women's Basketball? Claw Calls of course. The UNI Panthers split a weekend on the road in the MVC. UNI started with a win at first place Belmont, 73-61. Maya McDermott scored 21 in the win, while Emerson Green added 15 and Kayba Laube scored…

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The Substance (w/ Kate Eastman) 1:58:17

5M ago1:58:17

1:58:17

Rivka and Frank are joined by actor Kate Eastman to dive into the 2024 body horror thriller The Substance, a film that tackles the twisted intersections of beauty, capitalism, and patriarchy. The trio explores how this movie craftfully unpacks the moralization of beauty and self-care as a form of imprisonment, and why horror is the perfect genre fo…

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021125 UNI Panther MBB Claw Calls of the Game: Indiana State 17:38

5M ago17:38

17:38

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course. The Panthers picked up their fourth straight win, their longest conference win streak of the year, 88-73 over Indiana State. UNI scored 50 points in the first half and shot 61% from deep for the game with 13…

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021025 UNI Panther WBB Claw Calls of the Game: Illinois State Bradley ii 17:09

5M ago17:09

17:09

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther Women's Basketball? Claw Calls of course. The UNI Panthers swept a home weekend defeating Bradley 69-51 and Illinois State 72-52 over the weekend. Against the Braves the Panthers were paced by 17 points and 4 assists from Maya McDermott whil…

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020825 UNI Panther MBB Claw Calls of the Game: Illinois State 17:55

5M ago17:55

17:55

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course. The Panthers secured another key MVC victory, 68-65 over Illinois State in the McLeod Center Saturday night. UNI stormed back from a 14 point first half deficit and closed the game on a 10-0 run to win the g…

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Bezos: the Beginning (w/ Sean Morrow) 1:25:41

5M ago1:25:41

1:25:41

Rivka and Frank are joined by Sean Morrow of More Perfect Union to dive into the utterly bonkers straight-to-streaming biopic about everyone’s favorite capitalist, Jeff Bezos. Sean pitches it as a contender for the "so-bad-it's-good" hall of fame alongside The Room, and the trio explores why, against all odds, this might just be an accidental anti-…

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020525 UNI Panther MBB Claw Calls of the Game: at Missouri State 17:09

5M ago17:09

17:09

Know what you call a group of Panthers? A claw. Know what we call our group of calls of the game for Panther basketball? Claw Calls of course. The Panthers earned a hard fought MVC road win, 66-61 at Missouri State. Trey Campbell and Jacob Hutson each scored 20 points in the win. UNI also got 12 points from Ben Schweiger as they won their second st…

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