Best Paul Parker Pod Podcasts (2024)

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HOF MarketWatch: Chris Sale and Mike Conley 17:53

6h ago17:53

17:53

Jim is buying Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale's HOF stock following his resurrection from the dead (8-1, 2.12 ERA, 78 Strikeouts). Meanwhile, Jim is selling off Michael Conley HOF stock following the Minnesota Timberwolves being knocked out of the playoffs on Thursday. A championship ring was the Hail Mary Conley's HOF case needed and that door h…

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We're Going on a Summer Break! 2:31

29m ago2:31

2:31

We are going on a summer break! There will be no new episodes June and July 2024. We will be returning in August with bonus Patreon episodes, and back full-time in September. If you are a Patreon subscriber, we will be pausing all payments for June and July. You don’t need to do anything—it will be paused and you won’t be charged! If you are not a …

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87. When Paul Simon Met Carrie Fisher TEASER 7:34

1h ago7:34

7:34

“One and one-half wandering Jews returned to their natural coasts,” Paul Simon wrote in 1983. “To resume old acquaintances and step out occasionally…and speculate who had been damaged the most.” Here Paul Simon was undeniably singing about Carrie Fisher in his song, “Hearts and Bones.” The ex-Simon and Garfunkler had been on-and-off with Carrie Fis…

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Big Cat: The Life of Baseball Hall of Famer Johnny Mize with Jerry Grillo 46:37

3h ago46:37

46:37

Jim welcomes author Jerry Grillo to discuss his new book, “Big Cat: The Life of Baseball Hall of Famer Johnny Mize" on another POF Book Club episode. First, Jim and Jerry discuss whether Johnny Mize is the greatest player to be voted into Cooperstown by the veterans committee, as he had to wait until 1981 to receive a Hall of Fame plaque (9:50). Th…

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HOF MarketWatch: Anthony Edwards and Paul Goldschmidt 16:19

7d ago16:19

16:19

Between being named to the All-NBA 2nd Team AND starting in Game One of the Western Conference Finals on Wednesday, Edwards' HOF stock is officially a blue chip stock. Meanwhile, Jim is selling off just a bit of his Paul Goldschmidt HOF stock, as the 36-year old first baseman is struggling in a way we have never seen during his storied MLB career (…

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86. When Elizabeth Taylor Met Richard Burton 1:33:56

43m ago1:33:56

1:33:56

They were called “the couple of the century.” They made eleven films together. The term “paparazzi” was even coined for them! It’s the one and only Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. The world could not get enough of “Liz & Dick” throughout the ‘60s and ‘70s. Their tumultuous relationship that spanned thirteen years and two marriages—and lots of …

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Ep 332 NBA Semifinals recap/Conference Finals predictions, WNBA, NFL schedule. 53:56

6h ago53:56

53:56

Dray Day is back with a brand new episode. This episode here Dray Day recaps the Semifinals in the NBA Playoffs and also gives his predictions for the Eastern and Western conference finals. WNBA is 1 week old, how is Dray liking it so far? 2024 NFL schedule was announced. ITS EPISODE TIME MOTHERFUCKERS --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.s…

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Candace Parker with Lyndsey D'Arcangelo 46:28

5h ago46:28

46:28

Jim is joined by women's basketball writer Lyndsey D'Arcangelo to discuss the career and legacy of Candace Parker. First, we cover how we have never another player at Parker's height possess her elite court vision, as well as the fact Parker may be the most complete player in WNBA history (6:58). Next, we discuss Parker's dunking ability, her MVP r…

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HOF MarketWatch: Paul Skenes and Michael Porter Jr. 14:22

4h ago14:22

14:22

Jim is buying Pittsburgh Pirates rookie pitcher Paul Skenes HOF stock after his 6-inning, 11 strikeout performance against the Chicago Cubs (did I mention he let up 0 hits and only walked 1 batter?). Meanwhile, Jim is selling off Michael Porter Jr. stock, as the Denver Nuggets small forward has had a less than impressive series against Minnesota th…

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Ep 331 NBA Playoffs, WNBA Season is back, Tom Brady roast, Shaq is being jealous and sensitive. 1:01:40

12d ago1:01:40

1:01:40

Dray Day is back with a brand new episode. This episode here Dray Day speaks on the NBA Playoffs currently taking place. The WNBA regular season has begun, Tom Brady has some regrets about his roast, Shaquille O'Neal is acting very jealous and sensitive. ITS EPISODE TIME MOTHERFUCKERS --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho…

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85. When Sarah Jessica Parker Met Robert Downey Jr. TEASER 7:45

7h ago7:45

7:45

In today's episode, we’re making our hair big and puffy to head back to the 1980s, where we meet a young Sarah Jessica Parker and Robert Downey Jr. Long before they became household names, these three-named celebrities met as aspiring actors and dated for nearly a decade. While "Sex & The City" explores dating in your 30s, this episode touches on t…

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Ep. 259 - The Apostle Paul vs. Corinthian Stoicism w/Dr. Timothy Brookins 1:20:32

2d ago1:20:32

1:20:32

In episode 259 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Timothy Brookins to disucss his fantastic new book, Rediscovering the Wisdom of the Corinthians. It's a fantastic book and. an amazing Pensées episode! Check the timestamps for a full topic list. Grab Dr. Brookins book here to support the pod: https://amzn.to/3TWR1AI→Sponsors/Discoun…

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Lou Whitaker 2.0 with Cody Stavenhagen 58:53

18d ago58:53

58:53

In May of 2021, Jim was joined by Cody Stavenhagen, Detriot Tigers beat writer for The Athletic, to breakdown the hall of fame candidacy of former Detroit Tigers second baseman Lou Whitaker. As Lou celebrated his 67th birthday yesterday, a rerelease of that episode, along with some new commentary from Jim at the top, was warranted. For the Lou Whit…

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HOF MarketWatch: Josh Hart and Franz Wagner 14:40

12d ago14:40

14:40

Jim is buying Josh Hart HOF stock as he continues to impress in the 2024 playoffs (averaging 18/13/5 through 8 playoff games). Meanwhile, Jim is selling off what he deems to be slightly overvalued Franz Wagner HOF stock following Wagner's Game 7 performance on Sunday, where he went 1-15 from the floor and managed just 6 points.…

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84. When Prince Edward VIII Met Wallis Simpson 1:05:17

3h ago1:05:17

1:05:17

Mel has been rewatching Season 1 of The Crown and felt inspired to cover Prince Edward VIII’s controversial relationship with American socialite Wallis Simpson. History remembers the short-lived king abdicating the throne of England after his family and Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin disapproved of him marrying the 2x divorcee. On the surface, thei…

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Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball. POF Book Club with Keith O'Brien 41:44

15d ago41:44

41:44

Jim welcomes award-winning journalist and New York Times best-selling author Keith O'Brien to discuss his new book, “Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball." First, Jim asks Pete if he believes Pete Rose deserves a plaque in Cooperstown and whether Rose will get inducted by the end of the 21st Century (6…

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HOF MarketWatch: Jalen Brunson and Bryon Buxton 17:33

27d ago17:33

17:33

Jim is buying up all of the Jalen Brunson HOF stock he can get his hands on following Brunson's round one performance against the Philadelphia 76ers (35.5 PPG, 9.0 APG). Meanwhile, Jim is selling off his remaining Bryon Buxton HOF stock following Buxton's knee injury in Wednesday's game against the Chicago White Sox.…

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Ep 330 NBA Playoffs, End of a Era? WNBA training camp, Candace Parker retires. 53:34

26d ago53:34

53:34

Dray Day is back with a brand new episode. This episode here Dray Day speaks on the NBA playoffs currently going on. With Steph KD and Lebron not advancing to the 2nd rd, is this the end of a Era? WNBA Training Camp has begun. Candace Parker calls it a career. THANK U CANDACE PARKER ITS EPISODE TIME MOTHERFUCKERS --- Support this podcast: https://p…

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83. When Elizabeth Taylor Met Eddie Fisher TEASER 8:24

16d ago8:24

8:24

In our last episode, singer Eddie Fisher left his wife, actress Debbie Reynolds, for her friend Elizabeth Taylor, the movie starlet with ‘violet’ eyes. Eddie and Elizabeth had bonded over losing Mike Todd, Eddie’s best friend and Elizabeth’s husband, and fell into a whirlwind love affair. Now it’s 1959, and Eddie and Elizabeth are married. Was it w…

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LeEliminated AGAIN. Lakers? Get That B!TCH Off My Team👀/WWE Draft/Candice Parker Retires & More! 27:09

5d ago27:09

27:09

Long show today but a lot to get off my chest so I hope y'all have time to listen to my ass rant like I usually do. 🤷🏾‍♀️--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beadangerous/support

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2024 NFL Draft Recap: Draft CliffNotes, Round One QB Power Rankings, and Way Too Early HOF Predictions 52:08

8d ago52:08

52:08

Jim provides CliffNotes on this year's NFL Draft in case you did not spend your entire weekend watching every pick like he did (2:35). Then, Jim power ranks the six quarterbacks drafted in the 1st Round of the draft by HOF probability (19:24), before discussing three non-QBs he believes have the best shot of ending up in Canton one day (41:44).…

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HOF MarketWatch: Pascal Siakam and Aaron Judge 15:15

1M ago15:15

15:15

Jim is selling off just a tiny bit of his Aaron Judge HOF stock following his slow start to the 2024 season (.191 BA, 4 HR). Meanwhile, Jim is buying up Pascal Siakam HOF stock, as the Indiana Pacers forward followed a 36 point, 13 rebound performance in Game 1 of the playoffs against the Milwaukee Bucks, with a 37 point, 11 rebound, 6 assist outin…

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82. When Debbie Reynolds Met Eddie Fisher 1:13:01

12d ago1:13:01

1:13:01

Fifty years before the Brad-Jen-Angelina love triangle, there was Eddie Fisher, Debbie Reynolds, and Elizabeth Taylor. In the early 1950s, crooner Eddie Fisher and actress Debbie Reynolds were officially known as “America’s Sweethearts.” They were also best friends with actress Elizabeth Taylor and her husband Mike Todd, and were even in each other…

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Blake Griffin with Tomer Azarly 47:55

14d ago47:55

47:55

Jim is joined by Los Angeles Clippers beat writer for ClutchPoints Tomer Azarly to break down the hall of fame candidacy of former NBA power forward Blake Griffin, who just retired last Tuesday. First, Tomer and Jim cover Blake's elite athleticism and just how special his rookie season with the Clippers was (5:54). Next, they discuss Blake's 2014 s…

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Ep 329 2024 WNBA Draft recap 44:34

28d ago44:34

44:34

Dray Day is back with a brand new episode. This episode here Dray Day recaps the 2024 WNBA Draft. GIVE IT UP FOR THE LADIES ITS EPISODE TIME MOTHERFUCKERS --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportswaywithdrayday/support

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HOF MarketWatch: Zion Williamson and Gunnar Henderson 11:48

17d ago11:48

11:48

Jim is selling off Zion Williamson HOF stock despite his 40 point outing against the Los Angeles Lakers in the play-in game on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Jim is buying up Gunnar Henderson HOF stock, as the young Baltimore Orioles shortstop slugged a home run in three consecutive games this week.

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Ep. 258 - Dune vs. LOTR w/ Jess of the Shire 1:12:29

25d ago1:12:29

1:12:29

In episode 258 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by Jess of the Shire to compare and contrast Arrakis and Middle-earth, Frank Herbert and J.R.R. Tolkien. We had a lot of fun covering everything from dragons to sandworms, to personality quirks of Herbert and Tolkien. Check out Jess's fantastic channel here: https://youtube.com/@Jess_of_the…

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81. When Sam Taylor-Wood Met Aaron Johnson TEASER 7:54

23d ago7:54

7:54

Sam and Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s 24-year age gap defies all societal and gender norms. They met and fell in love when Sam—a 42-year-old, newly divorced mother of two—made her directorial debut with the film “Nowhere Boy,” starring an up-and-coming, 18-year-old Aaron. Within a year, they were engaged and expecting, and 15 years later, still seem genui…

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Paul O'Neil with Not Gaetti 1:01:24

21d ago1:01:24

1:01:24

Jim is joined by baseball Twitter personality Not Gaetti to break down the hall of fame candidacy of former MLB right fielder Paul O'Neil. First, NotGaetti and Jim cover O'Neil's fiery personality and the most famous kick in MLB history (8:10). Next, they talk about his performance in the 2000 World Series, how he compares to HOFer Harry Hooper, an…

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Ep 328 Wrestlemania 40 recap 55:02

1M ago55:02

55:02

Dray Day is back with a brand new episode. This episode here Dray Day recaps the showcase of the immortals. ITS EPISODE TIME MOTHERFUCKERS --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportswaywithdrayday/support

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Ep 327 NCAA Tournament recap, Caitlin Clark effect. 1:02:18

24d ago1:02:18

1:02:18

Dray Day is back with a brand new episode. This episode here Dray Day recaps the NCAA Tournaments. Caitlin Clark has left a mark on Womens College Basketball will the effect trend in the WNBA????? I sure hope so ITS EPISODE TIME MOTHERFUCKERS --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportswaywithdrayday/support…

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HOF MarketWatch: Bobby Witt Jr. and Javy Báez 15:04

24d ago15:04

15:04

Jim is buying up massive quantities of Bobby Witt Jr. HOF stock, as the young Kansas City Royals shortstop continues to showoff his elite combination of power and speed (4 runs, 4 hits, 2 home runs, 5 RBIs, and 1 stolen base in Thursday's win against the Houston Astros). Meanwhile, Jim is finally selling off the remaining Javy Báez HOF stock he has…

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80. When Ben Affleck Met Jennifer Garner 1:30:24

26d ago1:30:24

1:30:24

It was 2004, and our hometown hero, Ben Affleck, and America’s sweetheart, Jennifer Garner, were a Fever Pitch love story when they debuted their relationship at the Red Sox World Series. Fresh off breakups, these two lovebirds moved fast, getting pregnant and married within a year. Over the next decade, their domestic life was on display daily in …

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WrestleMania Recap/Tyson Vs Paul/LeMediocre:Lakers So Called Fight For Eighth Seed 33:26

2M ago33:26

33:26

My thoughts on the First Mania from the Triple H era as well as the upcoming fight between Jake Paul & Mike Tyson. As well as my thoughts on the Lakers attempting to lock down the Eighth Seed in the playoffs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beadangerous/support

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2024 Basketball HOF Class Recap 35:31

28d ago35:31

35:31

Jim provides his thoughts on the 2024 Basketball Hall of Fame Class, which was just announced over the weekend. This includes a breakdown of the careers and legacies of all 13 newly elected members.

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HOF MarketWatch: Mookie Betts and Eury Pérez 12:10

2M ago12:10

12:10

Jim is continuing to buy Mookie Betts HOF stock, as Betts currently leads the National League in essentially every possible category after nine games. Meanwhile, Jim started selling off Eury Pérez HOF stock after news broke that the 20-year Miami Marlins phenom is having season-ending Tommy John surgery. His 2024 season is over before it could even…

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Iowa Vs LSU/LeRetirement?? 😱/LeJr's College Career/WrestleMania Preview/Bray Wyatt Special 19:41

2M ago19:41

19:41

Long time coming. New show with no notes in front of me so let's get it!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beadangerous/support

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79. When Annie Oakley Met Frank Butler TEASER 7:51

1M ago7:51

7:51

We’re getting in our time machine and heading back to the Wild West this week to visit Annie Oakley! And if you’re like us, maybe you’ve heard her name before but never really knew who Annie Oakley was. Well, Annie was a world-famous “sharpshooter” known for never missing a target with her rifle. Think Katniss Everdeen, old west style. Annie Oakley…

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Ep. 257 - The Philosophy of Science Fiction w/ Christopher Ruocchio (Author of Sun Eater) 1:52:42

2M ago1:52:42

1:52:42

In episode 257 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by Christopher Ruoccio, author of the Sun Eater series. Christopher is an encyclopedia of science fiction, fantasy, and Roman Empire information. He is the man. A really thoughtful guy and a brilliant writer. Check out more from Christopher Ruocchio here: https://www.youtube.com/@SunEaterBo…

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Mark Grace with Jim Licato 57:41

2M ago57:41

57:41

Jim is joined by former Wrigley Field employee and friend of the pod Jim Licato, to break down the hall of fame candidacy of former Chicago Cubs first baseman Mark Grace. First, they discuss Grace's elite hitting ability and his consistency at the plate and in the field during the 1990s (5:08). Next, they cover the 1989 National League Championship…

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HOF MarketWatch: Juan Soto and Royce Lewis 10:18

1M ago10:18

10:18

Jim is buying even more Juan Soto HOF Stock following his big opening day with the New York Yankees (1 Hit, 1 RBI, 2 Walks, 9th inning outfield assist to preserve the win). Meanwhile, Jim started selling off Royce Lewis stock as the promising Twins third baseman is already injured following just two plate appearances.…

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78. When Beyoncé Met Jay-Z 2:03:16

1M ago2:03:16

2:03:16

You don’t become America’s Power Couple without facing some conspiracy theories, feuds with Kanye, and of course, leaked elevator footage. Yes, we are finally covering Beyoncé and Jay-Z! This is a BIG one, and truthfully we’ve been procrastinating it because of how much there is to discuss. But it’s time, and we’re going all the way back to the beg…

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Interview with 1975 AL MVP Fred Lynn 37:22

1M ago37:22

37:22

Jim is joined by former MLB center fielder Fred Lynn to discuss his illustrious baseball career. We cover his athletic career at USC, his ridiculous 1975 rookie season with the Boston Red Sox, and what playing in the same outfield with Jim Rice and Dwight Evans was like (6:09). We also found time to discuss his former HOF teammate Carl Yastrzemski,…

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Ep. 256 - Artificial General Intelligence Be and Humanity w/Dr. Ben Goertzel 1:19:29

2M ago1:19:29

1:19:29

In episode 256 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined once again by Dr. Ben Goertzel to talk about Artificial General Intelligence. Last time we talked about the philosophy of AGI, this time we discuss the state of the art of AGI and just a bit about machine consciousness. Check the time stamps for a full topic list. Join this channel to get a…

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77. When Miranda Lambert Met Blake Shelton TEASER 8:11

2M ago8:11

8:11

Giddy up and mosey on down to the 2005 CMT Awards, where a hitched Blake Shelton and engaged Miranda Lambert set country fans abuzz with their undeniable chemistry. Their affair turned into a beloved country music couple, reminiscent of the iconic likes of Johnny & June and Faith & Tim. On their Oklahoma farm with seven dogs, Miranda and Blake drea…

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March Madness Preview + Top 5 Most Memorable March Madness Players with Shannon Miloch 1:11:04

2M ago1:11:04

1:11:04

It's finally here. Sick days will be used. Office pools with be formed. Money will be lost. The greatest sports event of the year has arrived and if you think we would talk anything besides March Madness this week, you would be sadly mistaken. Pod of Fame's College Basketball Correspondent Shannon Miloch joins the pod to discuss all four tournament…

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Ep 326 NCAA Womens College Basketball, NFL Free Agency, Canelo scared of Benavidez?? 52:19

2M ago52:19

52:19

Dray Day is back with a brand new episode. This episode here Dray Day recaps the Conference tournaments in Womens College Basketball, NFL Free Agency has begun with a bang, Is Canelo Alvarez scared of David Benavidez? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportswaywithdrayday/support…

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HOF MarketWatch: Domantas Sabonis and Keenan Allen 15:27

2M ago15:27

15:27

Jim is buying Domantas Sabonis HOF Stock following his triple-double against the Lakers on Wednesday (17/19/10) and overall hot start to March (averaging 21/17/8 through seven March games). Meanwhile, Jim started selling off Keenan Allen HOF stock following the Thursday night trade that sent Allen to Jim's hometown Chicago Bears for a 4th round pic…

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76. When Ben Affleck Met Jennifer Lopez: Part I 1:01:37

2M ago1:01:37

1:01:37

As the first Hollywood couple to go by a portmanteau, “Bennifer” is one of the most iconic couples of all-time. But why?! We’re revisiting the early 2000s to understand what made people obsessed with Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s love story. In Part 1, we’re exploring the young couple’s first whirlwind romance before reuniting two decades later.…

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Robin Ventura with Nick Murawski 1:12:22

2M ago1:12:22

1:12:22

Jim is joined by the host of the Chicago White Sox podcast Good Guys Talk Back, Nick Murawski, to break down the hall of fame candidacy of former MLB third baseman Robin Ventura. First, Jim and Nick discuss how talented of a defender Ventura was in the hot corner (9:01). Next, they cover Ventura's legendary grand slam single in Game 5 of the 1999 N…

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