Best Donald Dennis Podcasts (2025)

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The Billionaire, the Billboards and the Star of the Worst Ad in Sports History (PTFO Vault) 56:23

14m ago56:23

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The viral commercial has a mysteriously simple message: sportsmanship. The child actor has gotten dunked on by NBA Twitter for more than a decade. Correspondent Zach Schwartz untangles a web from Madison Avenue to the Supreme Court to Damian Lillard, in search of a boy named Alex — and the meaning of perseverance. (This episode originally aired Jan…

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Mike Lukas - Interview All About The Standup Comedy He Teaches Show #263 35:50

1d ago35:50

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Send us a text Fun interview with standup comic, Producer, Author, and Teacher of this amazing art form. Mike Lukas shares it all on this interview, so Listen and Learn about this business we call "Show" (and standup comedy). Mike Lukas has built a multifaceted career in comedy, transitioning from a corporate job at AT&T to gracing the stages of Fl…

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Share & Pardon & Tell with Michael Wilbon and Dan Le Batard 58:12

3d ago58:12

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Can rockstar sportswriters be friends with superstar athletes? How do you measure a good episode of sports TV? And what's so great about being an old dad? Plus: playing the human jukebox, brokering the Jordan-Barkley peace, writing about Holyfield's ear on deadline... and the word "podcast" as a racial slur. Further content: • "Ear Today, Gone Tomo…

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PTFO Exclusive: We Sparked an NFL Union Crisis. Here's the Sequel. 1:03:03

4d ago1:03:03

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If you thought Pablo and Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio set the NFL world on fire last month, wait until you get a load of the "diabolical genius" behind the cover-up... to the cover-up... to the cover-up: Fake injuries, encouraged by one union boss, only to be litigated by the league. Private-equity side hustles, cashed in on by another, only to …

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Jerry Seinfeld "Dogs & Money, oh and a Parakeet" Bonus Show #129 4:30

6d ago4:30

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Send us a text On this unique Bonus Show, comic Jerry Seinfeld shares his comedy material about pets...Dogs trying to understand money and a crazy parakeet. Recorded Live back in 1981, Jerry was as funny then as he is now...Loads of Laughs! Jerry Seinfeld, a legendary figure in the world of stand-up comedy, began his illustrious career in the bustl…

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Moose, the Money and a Garbage-Time God: A PTFO Investigation 1:19:28

6d ago1:19:28

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How did a seemingly random super-fan on NBA Twitter know about a federal gambling investigation... before the NBA did? And how does he connect to Carmelo Anthony, Nicolas Cage, Larsa Pippen, Jontay Porter, a legless woman, Malik Beasley, "Madea's Family Reunion," meme coins, and perhaps the greatest play in modern Knicks history? Correspondents Tom…

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OBG 567: Timeless 1:05:01

7d ago1:05:01

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On this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Bruce talk about games (and other things) they've played including: Hot Streak Arydia Western Legends Codenames Duet Forgotten Ruin You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (29:48) Then, they what makes a game timeless? ---------------------------------------------------------------- Invers…

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"Best Of" Series- Lois Bromfield & Yakov Smirnoff "New Years Party" Show #262 42:31

8d ago42:31

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Send us a text Lois Bromfield and Yakov Smirnoff, both renowned figures in the comedy world, offer unique and engaging perspectives on the art of stand-up performances. Bromfield, known for her creativity and audience engagement, emphasizes the importance of diversity in comedic backgrounds, exemplified through her introduction of Smirnoff's Russia…

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Share & Bang & Tell with Dan Soder and Katie Nolan 54:54

10d ago54:54

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Does anyone win in a fight between a hockey enforcer and a golfer? Will A.I. impressions ruin comedy? And how many tabs is too many tabs? For more human-grade impressions: DanSoder.com/tour Subscribe to Casuals: https://www.youtube.com/katienolan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Who the F*** Is Wayne Federman? 58:45

11d ago58:45

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He is literally That Guy from "Knocked Up," "Step Brothers," "The Larry Sanders Show" and, of course, "Curb Your Enthusiasm." But he's also a professor of stand-up, and his multiverse contains multitudes: Larry David's breaking point (and unaired film for Apple); Gary Shandling's secret pickup basketball game (with Bob Costas and David Duchovny); a…

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World War Tree: The Agony and the Ecstasy of Competitive Bird-Watching 59:11

13d ago59:11

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Parties. Orgasms. Adventure. Transcendence. Is there a sexier "sport" on planet Earth than birding? Correspondent Mickey Duzyj introduces Pablo to a nemesis, to the GOAT, to Jesus... and to David Attenborough (sorta). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Pablo Torre, Le Batard & Friends

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Dennis Blair "Comedy Music/Interview" Show #261 32:58

15d ago32:58

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Send us a text Dennis Blair is a seasoned entertainer known for his unique fusion of comedy and music, creating a distinctive performance style that has delighted audiences for decades. Beginning his musical journey at the tender age of 12, Blair's passion for music eventually led him to incorporate comedic elements, resulting in a delightful blend…

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We Blind Smell-Tested the Best (and Worst) Celebrity and Athlete Fragrances (PTFO Vault) 57:36

17d ago57:36

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Pablo, Katie Nolan and Throwing Fits co-host Lawrence Schlossman enter the PTFO lab for a pungent public service. The winner of our 11 mystery bottles, from Jordan and Brady's colognes to Taylor Swift and Britney's perfumes — plus, yes, Trump — may surprise you. (This episode originally aired January 14, 2025.) • Subscribe to Casuals with Katie Nol…

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Tom Brady's Real Origin Story: The 25-Year Mystery, Solved (PTFO Vault) 53:30

18d ago53:30

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You may think you know how the Patriots landed the greatest quarterback of all time: with the 199th pick in the 2000 NFL Draft. How they got to make that pick in the first place, however, involves an arcane formula... and a mystery man who changed sports history forever. (This episode originally aired September 12, 2024.) -Pablo Torre Finds Out Sub…

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"Bonus Show" Starring Glenn Mr. Bullhorn" Super 7:36

19d ago7:36

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Send us a text Great short standup comedy set by the one & only "Mr. Bullhorn" himself...Glenn Super....terrific comic sharing funny comedy bits about Hare-Krishna's in airports and more! Glenn put his bullhorn to good use punching up jokes and mimicking certain careers...Hilarious! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on a…

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Tearin' Up My Charts: How MTV's "Total Request Live" Got Rigged (PTFO Vault) 56:35

20d ago56:35

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The "TRL" countdown was America's high-school cafeteria — a daily election of cool. Until one fateful day, when a chain letter set off a movement to hack the vote. Correspondent Yourgo Artsitas helps us investigate whether MTV's shadow government was protecting the sanctity of our culture... with a lie. (This episode originally aired on March 12, 2…

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OBG 566: Make Your Own Game 59:50

22d ago59:50

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On this episode of On Board Games, Erik is joined by Chris and Casey from Solid Roots game company to talk about games (and other things) they've played including: Root Beyond the Sun Skip Bo Grand Austria Hotel Ma's Deep Shinola Momo's Shanghai Rummy Firefly Star Wars Outer Rim Aquanauts One Night Ultimate Werewolf Blood on the Clocktower You can …

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"Comedy/Music Special" Starring Jaz Kaner, Carlos Alazraqui, Bob Stobener, Dana Carvey - Show #260 23:08

22d ago23:08

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Send us a text Jaz Kaner, Carlos Alazraqui, Bob Stobener, and Dana Carvey are renowned figures in the realm of musical comedy, each bringing their unique flair and perspective to the genre. Jaz Kaner captivates audiences with his dynamic performances and witty song parodies, seamlessly blending humor with music to create an entertaining experience.…

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Share & Tell & Somethingburgers with Domonique Foxworth and David Samson 56:12

24d ago56:12

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What does Pablo's release of the secret NFL collusion report say about labor rights in America? Can workers ever trust the humans of the management class? And what are the nuclear buttons available to both sides? Plus: priority stacks, a plethora of panoplies, the case for a somethingburger... and The Menudo Effect. Learn more about your ad choices…

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The Undercover Life of J.P. Lehman 53:45

25d ago53:45

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He's a 41-year-old investment banker with a dad bod. He's also a sh*t-talking, drop-kicking, tooth-spitting caricature of himself, as one of the hottest minor-league pro wrestlers in America. Is Hub Orr's real-life heel turn an act of bravery, stupidity or the inspiring in-between? And can we all still find in ourselves... what the WWE saw in him? …

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PTFO Exclusive: The NFL's Secret Collusion Case, Revealed 1:10:18

27d ago1:10:18

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Pablo got his hands on the explosive 61-page document that billionaire NFL owners and union execs alike don't want anyone to see. It involves a coalition of competitors, a stunning cover-up, a secret slideshow, a shadow election, an MVP's broken phone, text messages between billionaires... and Footnote No. 25. • Read the document (and get a first l…

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Steve Smith, Jay Johnson, & Kermet Apio "Three Funny Headliners" Show #258 22:30

29d ago22:30

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Send us a text Steve Smith, Jay Johnson, and Kermet Apio are three talented comedians who bring their unique perspectives and comedic styles to the world of stand-up comedy. Steve Smith, known for his witty takes on family dynamics and political satire, captivates audiences with his humorous narratives about father-child interactions and clever imp…

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"The Rehearsal" Is a Sports Profile, with Mina Kimes 50:00

1M ago50:00

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Mina joins Pablo after he finally watches "The Rehearsal" to discuss the thin line between fact and fiction, Nathan Fielder's enviable HBO budget, reverse-engineering plot twists, social awkwardness — and what goes into writing a great sports profile. • Subscribe to the Mina Kimes YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@minakimes Learn more about …

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Share & F*ck Around & Tell with Michael Cruz Kayne and Katie Nolan 51:20

1M ago51:20

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Did Pablo "win" his "beef" with Bill Simmons? Why are baseball broadcasts so dick-centric? How bad is it to touch the Stanley Cup? And how good can you get at an instrument in a week? Plus: Zoogle, Skyrizi, Gary Peyoteon, redding-wing eczema, Bouilliabaise Mode and a sick kitten to a hot brick. • Subscribe to "Casuals with Katie Nolan" https://www.…

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Dom Irerra Bonus Show #127 7:58

1M ago7:58

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Send us a text On this short comedy set, the comedy of Dom Irerra, a comic out of South Philly who went on to do lots of television appearances, and was a regular at the Comedy Store in Hollywood. He was also a regular Guest on the "Dr. Katz Professional Therapist" animated TV Show. He came through Northern California many times back in the 80's. S…

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Meet the Most Feared Person in Silicon Valley 56:47

1M ago56:47

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Lina Khan has inspired an unusually bipartisan coalition of allies — and antagonists. As chair of the Federal Trade Commission, she became known as the most hated regulator on Wall Street. As too principled for Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Too bold for Ticketmaster and the NCAA. But Khan isn't done taking on the corporate class — or finding strange …

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OBG 565: Art Appreciation 1:03:18

1M ago1:03:18

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On this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don talk about games (and other things) they've played including: Paper App Dungeon Super Skill Pinball Free League Publishing Hexcrawl games Monster of the Week Flamecraft You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (28:47) Then, they discuss the impact art has on the game play experience. --…

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"Best Of/ Fathers Day Special" Interview with Sprague Edwards, My Dad! Show #259 35:04

1M ago35:04

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Send us a text This is a repeat show from early in my podcast history where I sat and chatted with my Father, Sprague Edwards. He was where I always thought my sense of humor came from. We lost him in mid-2020 and I am thankful I was able to record this before he passed. It really isn't comedy based; but a good story about a good man, and it is top…

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The Sporting Class: Welcome to the Spinoff Era 58:23

1M ago58:23

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Who's to blame for the conscious uncoupling of Warner Bros. Discovery? How would Disney survive without ESPN? And when did so many 20-something grifters come to stand in for spineless management? David Samson and John Skipper are back to discuss this month's biggest sports-business stories — and their credit scores. • Subscribe to "Nothing Personal…

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We Found the Secret Album That the NBA's Best Executive Doesn't Want You to Hear 1:03:46

1M ago1:03:46

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How did the shadowy general manager of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Sam Presti, become an urban legend? In a special NBA Finals edition of Share & Tell, Pablo unearths a treasure buried by its own elaborate design… then dances into The Jazz Rabbit Hole with Wyatt Cenac and a special mystery guest. • Make a gift to the Extraordinary Needs Fund at Bost…

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Why Golf Yalta Explains Donald Trump 56:16

1M ago56:16

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America's golfer-in-chief trades on exclusivity, but he still can't buy a green jacket. Are the Saudis using Donald Trump's obsession to disrupt even more than a super-league? Ahead of the U.S. Open, veteran golf reporter and author Alan Shipnuck takes Pablo behind the Shakespearean curtain. • Read "LIV and Let Die" by Alan Shipnuck https://www.sim…

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Kerstin Schulze (Killer Clown "High Tower") Interview "Comedic Actress & Director" Show #257 25:17

1M ago25:17

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Send us a text Here is a fun interview with Actress Kerstin Schulze, originally from Germany, now a glowing star in Hollywood. She has done commercials with Tina Fey & Kathy Bates, acted with Will Arnett & Amy Schumer, Director & Writer on a couple comedy short films, AND played "Hightower" an ACD Killer Clown! ...she has done it all! A really fun …

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The Last Bromance: How Wrestling Corrupted the NBA Finals 1:02:01

2M ago1:02:01

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Did Dennis Rodman and Karl Malone blow the 1998 NBA Finals by promoting their pro-wrestling match... on the court?! Should there be an asterisk?! Is it time for Michael Jordan to relinquish the throne?! Correspondent Neil Punsalan enters a sports marketing wormhole to present Pablo with a box full of evidence, grill eyewitnesses, and put to rest — …

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Mr. President’s Mind: How Shane Battier Learned to Lead (and Shut the F*** Up) 50:16

2M ago50:16

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LeBron called him the smartest hooper alive. Coach K called him an alien. Obama called him for a Hall-of-Fame pickup game (and a historic BBQ). But two-time NBA champion Shane Battier has been measuring the immeasurable inflection points of his career all along — from growing up "mixed, tall and poor"; to puking at Duke, guarding Kobe and witnessin…

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Jeff Cesario Standup Comedy Bonus Show #126 7:51

2M ago7:51

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Send us a text On this short standup comedy set, we have Emmy Award Winner Jeff Cesario. He started out as a standup comic (worked my clubs a couple times) and went on as a comedy writer and producer. His Emmy's were for writing on the "Dennis Miller Live" Special, and also was one of the main writers for Garry Shandlings "Larry Sanders Show". He a…

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Share & Tell & Age with Domonique Foxworth and David Samson 54:53

2M ago54:53

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How often are male friends sincere? Can you work your way into fighting shape? Should parents let their kids get on the juice? What makes a nerd? And how do you do a threesome? Plus: burgling, maquettes, hotel phones, the recognizability of a cursive Z... and The Adventures of Lil' David Samson, prosperity gospel panderer. • Help David Samson raise…

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OBG 564: Real Time Time 1:09:51

2M ago1:09:51

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On this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Bruce talk about games (and other things) they've played including: Brass Burmingham Star Trek Star Realms Bomb Busters Bloomchasers Sunderfolk My Father's Work You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (32:04) Then, they discuss the impact of using real time in board games both from the des…

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Bobby Slayton, Don Friesen, & Jeff Jena "Great Standup Comedy" Show #256 18:07

2M ago18:07

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Send us a text In the world of stand-up comedy, Bobby Slayton, Don Friesen, and Jeff Jena each bring their unique perspectives to the stage, offering a rich tapestry of humor for their audiences. Bobby Slayton, often referred to as the "pit bull of stand-up comedy," is known for his edgy and relatable material that pushes boundaries and captivates …

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Share & Cool & Tell with David Dennis Jr. and Mina Kimes 51:07

2M ago51:07

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Are athletes trying too hard to generate “aura”? Is Aaron Judge too big to be cool? Is a decidedly unc wardrobe an asset or liability for Jalen Hurts? The inaugural PTFO Coolest Athlete Draft reveals all. Further content: • Toward a Unified Theory of Uncool (Ock Sportello) https://www.neverhungover.club/p/toward-a-unified-theory-of-uncool • Subscri…

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Dangerous Minds: How Stephen Glover Baffled Hollywood 45:39

2M ago45:39

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We're starving for things that make us think and make us laugh. And so we welcome back the multi-hyphenate co-creator of Atlanta, Stephen Glover, who takes Pablo on a behind-the-scenes Hollywood tour in which we encounter Liam Neeson, Goofy, Coolio and Dan Le Batard. Not to mention the bizarre Atlanta cameos that worked out (from Black Justin Biebe…

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One Yard at a Time: A Mystery 49:40

2M ago49:40

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Under-recruited running back from a collapsed American city — with a single mom and a dream — wins the Super Bowl. Sounds familiar, right? But NFL coach Deland McCullough’s story, as told through his new book with Sarah Spain, has a twist all its own. (Thanks to a little help from Sir Mix-a-Lot.) P.S. One correction, at the 17:50 mark: Deland McCul…

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"Best Of" Series- Interview with Standup Comic & Radio Star-Tim Bedore Show #255 1:03:13

2M ago1:03:13

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Send us a text Part of the "Best Of" Series: Another good interview show featuring headliner Tim Bedore from Minneapolis. He started in Radio, became a good standup comedy Headliner and is famous for his "Bob & Tom" Radio segments called "Vague But True". We get to hear one recorded live on the air. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.…

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The Belichick Ring Mystery, Solved: How Pablo's Investigation Just Got Weirder 49:10

2M ago49:10

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After his reporting about 24-year-old Jordon Hudson went viral, Pablo re-opens the door on Bill Belichick's personal and professional scandals, presenting Michael Cruz Kayne and Katie Nolan with more clues to unbox — including, but not limited to: the Avengers of geo-guessing, multiple (exclusive) Ring camera videos, two worried homeowners, a smoki…

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The Show, the Voice and Grandpa: A PTFO Surprise 44:07

2M ago44:07

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He became the internet's favorite sports grandfather for playing at least 162 games a year as the Yankees on MLB The Show, for two decades — and keeping score, by hand. What 86-year-old Kim Soriano didn't know, when he sat down to play with Pablo in our studio, is that Jon "Boog" Sciambi — the video game's announcer and the best voice in baseball —…

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John Henton Standup Comedy Bonus Show #125 5:36

2M ago5:36

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Send us a text A talented young guy worked for me a couple times, and went on to be a strong National, and television standup comic; here is a short comedy set by John Henton. Some very funny material about Prince and on being an African-American in Hawaii....very funny! John Henton achieved national recognition for his engaging and witty performan…

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The Long Goodbye: Tony Reali and the End of “Around The Horn” 51:06

2M ago51:06

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He has hosted the same television show nearly 5,000 times — every weekday, at 5 p.m. Eastern, for more than two decades. (More than Oprah or Letterman ever did.) But now, counting down to Friday's series finale, Tony Reali is feeling the love... and revving up with all the gas left in his tank. Pablo says thank you, with a celebration of an endless…

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