Best Ryan Curl Podcasts (2025)

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Alan Casey Talks TXOdds Growth and the Future of Sports Data 17:47

5d ago17:47

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🎧 Episode 242 of the Knup Sports Show – Featuring Alan Casey of TXOdds In this episode, host Ryan Knuppel catches up with repeat guest Alan Casey to talk all things TXOdds — one of the original odds providers in the betting industry. Alan gives an update on what’s new since his last visit, including TXOdds’ expansion into the U.S. market, their Fus…

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Season 6, Episode 18: Touch Her and You'll... (ft. Rita Gordon) 1:11:20

10d ago1:11:20

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This week we talk to a return guest, author Rita Gordon about her newest book, Troy- a bodyguard romance. What's Troy about: To get to her, you have to get through him. Dr. Kennedy Green has always been focused on her work, pushing the boundaries of biophysics to create groundbreaking technology that could change the world. But as word of her recen…

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How Mark Phillip of RUWT & MetaBet Is Changing Sports Discovery and Betting Engagement 24:33

12d ago24:33

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Episode 241 – Mark Phillip of MetaBet and Are You Watching This?! In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, host Ryan Knuppel sits down with industry veteran Mark Phillip, founder of Are You Watching This?! and MetaBet. Mark shares how he's built tools that help fans discover the most exciting live sports, how he's simplified sports betting UX, and …

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Season 6, Episode 17: Driven not Delusional (ft. narrator Lawrence Baldwin) 1:35:26

24d ago1:35:26

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TW: Brief mention of DV in this week's Heart Topics This week, we have an interview with up and coming audiobook narrator and voice actor, Lawrence Baldwin. We talk the landscape of narration, how he got into the romance genre, and how he approaches a project. LB the Voice aka Lawrence Baldwin is a narrator of romance, thriller/suspense and fantasy…

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How Nic Sulsky Is Transforming Curling into a Mainstream Sport 35:03

28d ago35:03

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Nic Sulsky on Growing Curling into a Mainstream Sport | Knup Sports Show Ep. 240 In Episode 240 of the Knup Sports Show, host Ryan Knuppel welcomes back repeat guest and serial entrepreneur Nic Sulsky, now the Co-Founder and CEO of The Curling Group. After leading major gaming and fantasy sports ventures like Monkey Knife Fight and PointsBet Canada…

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Season 6. Episode 16: The Filler Episode 1:09:01

1M ago1:09:01

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Hey everyone! No guest this week! just yaki and tati yapping about everything from Reality TV to the Met Gala. Join us for this extended filler episode! Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG ⁠@RomanceInColour⁠ Twitter: ⁠@RomanceNColour ⁠ Facebook Groups: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour⁠ Follow Yakini on her Instagram @OurNycHome Foll…

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Season 6, Episode 15: Yap Session w/ Tati and Yaki 1:22:48

2M ago1:22:48

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Hey you all! We are back this week with just a yap session with Tati and Yaki. Just a catch up! We talk about our birthdays, turning 46. A run down of Heart Topics that we missed. In Watching Romance, we talk the slate of Lifetime movies featuring Black leads. In Reading Romance, Tati gives us a run down of things she's read (Plus size Player) and …

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Season 6, Episode 14: Dr. Riley IS Regency (ft. Vanessa Riley) 1:03:53

2M ago1:03:53

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This week's episode is an extended, uncut interview with the one and only, Vanessa Riley. She is the preeminent voice in historical romance and fiction, writing Black characters who feature prominently in Regency Romance. A PhD in Engineering from Stanford and author of well over 25 books, Vanessa combines her love of learning, facts and figures wi…

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Season 6, Episode 13: Grown Folks Romance (ft. Reese Ryan) 2:13:16

3M ago2:13:16

2:13:16

NOTE: This is a long, unabridged episode. So get some snacks! and settle in! Romance in Colour is back this week with a legend! Vivian Award winner and author of over thirty romances, Reese Ryan. A master of the craft, Reese drops some jewels about writing romance, complex storytelling and the business of romance publishing. About Reese: Award-winn…

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Season 6, Episode 12: Renaissance Man (ft. poet Dre Hill) 1:08:13

3M ago1:08:13

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Welcome! This week's episode is all about poetry, featuring talented poet and artist, Texas native Dre Hill. We talk about his writing journey, his process, and what makes a love poem good. About Dre: Dre Hill is an artist, storyteller, and educator from Fort Worth, Tx. He holds a B.A. in Animation and Writing, which reignited his childhood passion…

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Season 6, Episode 11: The Catch Up w/ Tati and Yaki 51:24

3M ago51:24

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Hey Colour Crew! We are back from our extended winter break It's just your hosts this episode as we play catch up in the weeks that we missed. From engagements to baby rumors, we cover the gamut of romance related celebrity news for Heart Topics. In Watching Romance, Tati talks about the newest CBS Soap Opera, the Black cast-led Beyond the Gates. (…

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Season 6, Episode 10: Losing Sight (w/ Guest Host Shirae of Curls in the Hood) 1:27:51

4M ago1:27:51

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We are back with a special episode. Our very own Tati Richardson is in the interview seat to talk about her latest book, Losing Sight (coming 2/11 on Generous Press). We have guest host Shirae Ravenell from Curls in the Hood, an avid reader and journalist taking the helm to talk to Tati about her inspiration for the book, her plans for the series, …

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Looking for the Ultimate Odds Screen with Rick Allec of OddsLogic 28:26

4M ago28:26

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, host Ryan Knuppel sits down with Rick Allec, the founder of OddsLogic, to discuss his incredible journey through the sports betting industry. Rick has built and led multiple successful odds-screening platforms, including his time at Don Best and Sports Options. Now, with OddsLogic, he’s bringing a modern, da…

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Season 6, Episode 9: The Reluctant Romantic (ft. Jsin Graham) 1:54:29

5M ago1:54:29

1:54:29

Happy New Year! Yaki and Tati are back from the holiday break. We have a great interview with author Jsin Graham, contemporary fiction and sometimes romance author. We talk about his procss, his catalog, and how poetry led him to a life . About Jsin:Jsin Graham is a communication strategist by day, who pens unapologetically real and tactile fiction…

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Season 6, Episode 8: A Caribbean Christmas Story (A collab w/ Tim Tim Bwa Fik!) 1:07:48

6M ago1:07:48

1:07:48

Grab your Sorrel and your Black Cake! This special episode of Romance in Colour is in conjunction with Maella K of Tim Tim Bwa Fik! and The Merry Caribbean Christmas Project. This project features 5 authors from various Caribbean countries, writing Christmas romance in various subgenres, written both English and French. Featured on the podcast are:…

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Why Dean Sisun of ProphetX Believes Betting Exchanges Are the Future 23:41

6M ago23:41

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, host Ryan Knuppel sits down with Dean Sisun, co-founder of ProphetX, to discuss the revolutionary peer-to-peer sports betting exchange and its unique approach to the betting industry. Dean shares the journey behind ProphetX, starting with his background in finance and passion for sports betting, which led hi…

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Season 6, Episode 7: A Month of Sundays (ft. Jade Olivia) 1:45:29

6M ago1:45:29

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We are back! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving! It's the start of the holiday season and we are in full swing! Our author interview is with indie debut author Jade Olivia. We talk to this Philly native about her inspiration for writing, her process and the characters of her debut A Month of Sundays. About Jade: Jade Olivia is a Pennsylvania-based a…

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Season 6, Episode 6: Stroke of Luck (ft. Phoenix Collins) 1:17:52

7M ago1:17:52

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Another week. Another Podcast. We have an amazing interview with indie author Phoenix Collins. This LA native has an amazing broad catalogue across all romance genres. We talk about her writing process, her books, and the inspiration behind her billionaire romance Stroke of Luck. About Phoenix: Phoenix Collins is a multi-genre romance author from L…

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Innovating Crypto Betting & Bringing Fun Back to Slot Games with Nigel Eccles of BetHog 24:27

7M ago24:27

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, we’re thrilled to welcome Nigel Eccles, a true pioneer in the world of daily fantasy sports and sports betting. As one of the key figures behind FanDuel’s meteoric rise, Nigel has been at the forefront of innovation in the gaming industry for years. Now, he’s venturing into the world of crypto with his lates…

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Want to Stake a College Player? Contribute to an Athletes NIL Fund with Greg Glass of Fanstake 30:32

7M ago30:32

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, Ryan Knuppel talks with Greg Glass, co-founder of FanStake. Greg explains how FanStake helps fans support college athletes through NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals. Fans can contribute money to their favorite athletes or teams with no risk. If the athlete doesn’t accept the deal, fans get their money ba…

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Season 6, Episode 5: Creating Joyful Series (ft. Teralyn Mitchell) 28:18

7M ago28:18

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Note: This is an abbreviated episode of Romance in Colour. It is post-election in the states and we need a reset. As always, practice self care. We need JOY! And what better joy than to get into a romance. This week we have an interview with Teralyn Mitchell, romance and fantasy author and creator of the Rosa Oaks Series. We talk about her series, …

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Season 6, Episode 4: Sin-less City Romance (Ft. EK Woodland) 1:40:45

8M ago1:40:45

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This episode, we interview author EK Woodland, a Vegas based romance author delivering sweet and "sinless" romance based in Sin City. About EK: 2023 Romance Includes You Finalist, E.K. Woodland is an author of closed-door and clean romance novellas. Her hometown of Las Vegas serves as the inspiration for the settings of most of her stories. In her …

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Season 6, Episode 3: Love and Sportsball (ft. Meka James) 2:08:51

8M ago2:08:51

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What do you get when you mix sports romance with a writer who knows nothing about sports? Well, you get gold! We talk to author Meka James about her latest for Afterglow books, Love and Sportsball. Going from Indie to Traditional publishing, we discuss Meka's journey as an author and her creative process. For more on Meka and her catalog of books, …

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Season 6 Episode 2: Love at Second Sight (ft. Ayoka B) 1:52:13

9M ago1:52:13

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This episode, we talk to debut poet turned romance author Ayoka B, a DC girl living in Costa Rica. We talk about her process, the inspiration for her debut, and what romance means to her. About Ayoka B.: Ayoka's debut novel, Love At Second Sight, is a love story which follows the journey of FMC Shane, a Single Mom and poet. Written in descriptive p…

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iGaming Leadership & Innovation with Paris Smith of Defy the Odds 26:49

9M ago26:49

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, Ryan Knuppel sits down with Paris Smith, a trailblazer in the iGaming industry and co-founder of Defy the Odds. With nearly 30 years of experience, Paris shares insights on leadership, innovation, and her exciting new venture, Defy the Odds, alongside two other powerhouse women in gaming. Tune in to hear Par…

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Turning Fantasy Sports Upside Down With Jonathan Gruber of Loserball 25:30

9M ago25:30

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, Ryan Knuppel sits down with Jonathan Gruber, founder of Loserball, to discuss his unique take on fantasy sports. Jonathan shares how Loserball flips the script by having players root for losing teams rather than winners, making for a fun and unconventional way to enjoy the game. They dive into the inspiratio…

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NIL Representation With Agent Luke Davis of RockSource 26:48

9M ago26:48

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, host Ryan Knuppel sits down with Luke Davis, founder of RockSource, to dive into his journey from being a collegiate athlete under Nick Saban to building a successful sports management company. Luke shares his insights on the evolving sports landscape, the impact of NIL, and how RockSource helps young athlet…

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Season 6, Episode 1: Emotional Charades (Ft. Taylor Bianca B) 1:28:53

9M ago1:28:53

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Welcome back! We can't believe we are 6 seasons in. And we start it off with a bang with an interview with indie debut author Taylor Bianca B. We talk her process and her inspiration for her debut Emotional Charades. Tati and Yaki fill you in on their summer as well as the goals for the upcoming podcast year. In Watching Romance, we talk Terri McMi…

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Athletic Facility Aesthetics Matter with John Libro of drive21 24:09

9M ago24:09

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, Ryan Knuppel sits down with John Libro, Head of Sports and Entertainment at drive21, to discuss his fascinating career in the sports business world. John shares insights from his time working with major brands like Google, Amazon, and leading sports agencies, and dives into how drive21 is transforming stadiu…

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From Math Teacher to Next-Gen Fantasy & Betting Insights with Sam Factor of WalterPicks 27:43

9M ago27:43

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, Ryan Knuppel chats with Sam Factor, founder of WalterPicks, about his journey from a high school math teacher to leading a top-ranked sports app. They dive into how WalterPicks leverages AI and content creation to revolutionize fantasy sports and sports betting, offering unique insights and tools for users. …

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The Next Generation of Fantasy Esports with Mike Vela of PlayerX 28:54

9M ago28:54

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In episode 230 of the Knup Sports Show, Ryan Knuppel sits down with Mike Vela, the visionary behind PlayerX, to explore how his dream turned into a cutting-edge, next-generation fantasy sports platform. They dive deep into the rapid growth of esports, the innovative technology behind PlayerX, and how it’s set to revolutionize the fantasy sports ind…

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Mark Szandzik of Bettor Together 26:25

10M ago26:25

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, host Ryan Knuppel interviews Mark Szandzik, co-founder of Bettor Together, a cooperative daily fantasy sports platform that allows players to team up and use strategy to boost their chances of winning. They discuss the challenges of launching the app, the unique features that differentiate it from other fant…

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Julien Sevat of SamSports 23:04

10M ago23:04

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, Ryan Knuppel interviews Julien Sevat, the founder of Sam Sports, who shares insights on creating a next-level fantasy sports platform designed for experienced players seeking a more immersive GM experience. Julien also discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the growth potential in emerging markets, an…

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New Partnerships Emerge for Live Event Wagering Software Sparket -- With Evan Fisher 19:03

10M ago19:03

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In this episode of the Knup Sports Show, Ryan Knuppel interviews Evan Fisher, co-founder of Sparket, discussing the platform's recent launch with Penn Entertainment and its unique approach to pool-based betting on alternative events like reality TV and smaller sports. They also explore the challenges of entrepreneurship and Sparket's plans for futu…

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Pick Teams Not Players with Tara Kovatch of Fantasy Sports EVO 23:35

10M ago23:35

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https://knupsports.com/Tara Kovatch of Fantasy Sports EVO joins the show for episode 226. She talks about their strategy to pick TEAMS not PLAYERs and shares some of her experiences with customer acquisition in the fantasy sports industry. You can watch/listen/read this entire episode at https://www.knupsports.com/show/226/ ------------------------…

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Dennis Algreen of SBC Gaming on Knup Sports Show 26:48

11M ago26:48

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You can watch/listen/read this entire episode at https://www.knupsports.com/show/225/ ----------------------------------- More Knup Sports links -- Knup Sports Show | https://www.knupsports.com/show -- Want to Join Our Show as a Guest | https://www.knupsports.com/show/join -- Website | https://www.knupsports.com/ -- Twitter | @KnupSports | https:…

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Season 5, Episode 19: the 7-10 Split (Season Finale ft. Karmen Lee) 2:14:02

12M ago2:14:02

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Well, season 5 is a wrap! And we ended it and pride month with a bang and author Karmen Lee, as we talked about her sapphic bowling romance and trad pub debut The 7-10 Split. In Watching Romance, Yaki and Tati do a Bridgerton, Season 3 recap. And in Reading Romance, Tati talks all things writer/reader etiquette as well as a few PRIDe/Summer recomme…

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Truck & Tractor Pulling with Chase Richardson of Full Pull Entertainment 32:05

12M ago32:05

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Chase Richardson of Full Pull Entertainment joins the show to talk about the explosion of a unique sport, truck & tractor pulling. You can watch/listen/read this entire episode at https://www.knupsports.com/show/224 ----------------------------------- More Knup Sports link -- Knup Sports Show | https://www.knupsports.com/show -- Want to Join Our Sh…

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What Metrics Are Sportsbook Operators Missing Out On? The Bettormetrics Team Explains 34:18

12M ago34:18

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Robert Urwin and Sabin Brooks of Bettormetrics join Ryan on episode 223 to talk about metrics sportsbook operators don't even know they are missing. You can watch/listen/read this entire episode at https://www.knupsports.com/show/223 ----------------------------------- More Knup Sports links -- Knup Sports Show | https://www.knupsports.com/show -- …

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Crowdsourced NIL for Athletes with Tina Provost of Five Star Fans 27:34

12M ago27:34

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Tina Provost of Five Star Fans joins the show for episode 222 to talk about crowdsourcing fan support to recruit & retain athletes to universities. ----------------------------------- More Knup Sports links -- Knup Sports Show | https://www.knupsports.com/show -- Want to Join Our Show as a Guest | https://www.knupsports.com/show/join -- Website | h…

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Trevis Waters of PlayerProps.ai 39:28

12M ago39:28

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Trevis Waters of PlayerProps.ai joins the show to talk about his new innovative product around Player Props. You can watch/listen/read this entire episode at https://www.knupsports.com/show/221/ ----------------------------------- More Knup Sports links -- Knup Sports Show | https://www.knupsports.com/show -- Want to Join Our Show as a Guest | http…

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Season 5, Episode 18: One and Done (ft. Frederick Smith) 2:17:12

1y ago2:17:12

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NOTE: THis podcast is LONG, ok? LOL Happy Pride, babies! We kick off the month with an interview with author Frederick Smith. We talk about his new romance, One and Done, set in the world of higher education featuring Black romance. In Heart Topics (our new name for our segement), we talk about a lot of reality TV stuff including, Pastor Jamal Brya…

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Season 5, Episode 17: The Oath on Audio (ft. TM Richardson) 1:07:54

1y ago1:07:54

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We are back from a long break and for good reason! Tati (aka TM Richardson) is here to talk about the audio release of The Oath, her first indie offering which is a WhyChoose romance. Narrated by the great Lacy Laurel In Watching Romance, we get excited about Bridgerton and Interview with the Vampire. In Reading Romance, Tati gives a rundown of the…

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Free to Play Sports Pick'em with Brett DeBari of WinStreakz 22:31

1y ago22:31

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In episode 220 we sit down with Brett DeBari of WinStreakz to discuss his innovative, fun and easy to play free to play sports pick'em game!By Knup Sports

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What is a Social Betting Platform? Sim Harmon of Kutt Explains 33:05

1y ago33:05

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Sim Harmon joins episode 219 to talk about his social betting playform, Kutt. Ryan & Sim dive into social betting as a concept, how Kutt is addressing this space, and what the future looks like for this type of betting platform. You can watch/listen/read this entire episode at https://www.knupsports.com/show/168/ More Knup Sports links -- Knup Spor…

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Kristen and Jesse Papirio of Rise Nutrition 22:58

1y ago22:58

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Kristen and Jesse Papirio of Rise Nutrition join the show to talk about what it's like to be a female entrepreneur, some of the problems teams may face when dealing with the nutrition of their athletes, and much more! You can watch/listen/read this entire episode at https://www.knupsports.com/show/218/ ----------------------------------- More Knup …

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John Latella of On Demand Fantasy Sports 24:05

1y ago24:05

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In this episode, we have a special guest, John Latella, who is the mind behind On Demand Fantasy Sports. John's journey is not just inspiring but also full of interesting twists. From owning a major food manufacturing business to diving into the technology of fantasy sports, John brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our discussion. On Dem…

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Season 5, Episode 16: The Heart Topics Show 1:43:35

1y ago1:43:35

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Coming back a year older (45), Yaki and Tati shoot the breeze and talk "heart topics" aka "hot topics". From the Catfish bae on TikTok to the Essence Men of the Moment, Yakini and Tati catch up and fill you in on what's hot in the pop culture romance streets. In Watching Romance, we talk Bridgerton and Hallmark's lack of diversity in the cozy myste…

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BONUS EPISODE: Crossover w/ Lit Ladies Lounge (ft. Olivia Linden) 1:01:07

1y ago1:01:07

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This episode is in conjunction with the Lit Ladies Lounge podcast, ft. author Olivia Linden. We talk to Olivia about her self-publishing career which spans nearly a decade and how a 7 year break rejuvinated her love of romance. You can check out more about Olivia and where to get her books on her website: www.QueenofVibez.com Follow Romance in Colo…

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Season 5, Episode 15: Finding my Way (ft. Briyanna Michelle) 57:11

1y ago57:11

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Hey ya'll! Tati and Yaki are taking a much needed break this week. In the meantime, we have an amazing interview with author Briyanna Michelle. This Philly native is a debut author who is straddling genres to give us unique romance. About Briyanna: Briyanna Michelle is a 20-something philly native whose love for books started as a young girl lookin…

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