Best Doug Larson Podcasts (2024)

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Physiology Friday: [Oura Ring] How to Track, Measure, & Optimize Sleep w/ Dan Garner, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson 46:14

37m ago46:14

46:14

In today's fast-paced world, optimizing our health and performance has become paramount. Sleep, recovery, and performance are integral aspects of our well-being, and understanding and improving them is crucial. This is where the Ōura Ring comes into play. This revolutionary wearable technology aims to unlock your potential by providing insights and…

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Erik Larson 1:34:23

6d ago1:34:23

1:34:23

Erik Larson: Manhattan (2 1/2 ounces Michter’s rye, 1 1/2 ounces sweet vermouth, dash bitters, cherry, served up) Erik names the person he’s written about that he’d most like to be able to meet, talks about what he looks for in a subject for a new book, the stories behind finding the titles to his books so far, the conversations he had with his age…

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Behind The Scenes With General Services - Stormwater 17:07

28m ago17:07

17:07

Toni Smart, Director of Stormwater, and Brock Carawan, Stormwater Inspector II, are our guests on the podcast as we continue our miniseries this week. Tune in and learn about how the ponds throughout the community help protect the Chesapeake Bay. As a reminder, for the next couple of months, we are going behind the scenes in the General Services de…

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Islands Live In Studio 57:24

3m ago57:24

57:24

BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, we go back to the first official episode from the new Best Show/Forever Dog studio for a live performance from ISLANDS! Followed by an interview with the band. (Originally aired May 31st, 2022) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your p…

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Foundations, Milestones, and Growth for Youth Development w/ Dr. Matt Otteman, DC, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #747 51:46

1h ago51:46

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Dr. Matt Otteman, DC, is the co-owner of KinActive Kids, a globally renowned pediatric intensive clinic that combines physical therapy and chiropractic care to help children reach developmental milestones. As a chiropractor and former Major League Baseball player for the Seattle Mariners, Dr. Otteman combines his sports-focused foundation of the hu…

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PAUL SCHEER! OPTIC SINK LIVE IN STUDIO! KURT VILE CALLS IN! MORTY IN PITTSBRIDGE! 2:59:08

13m ago2:59:08

2:59:08

PAUL SCHEER stops by the studio to talk to Tom about fake books written by AI about him and the very real new book that he wrote called JOYFUL RECOLLECTIONS OF TRAUMA! Memphis TN post punk trio OPTIC SINK performs a live set! MORTY IN PITTSBRIDGE calls in! And friend of the show KURT VILE calls in to talk about Neil Young and more! SUPPORT THE BEST…

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Episode 262: Darlington review, NASCAR in Season Tournament, All-Star Race weekend at North Wilkesboro preview 1:09:44

2h ago1:09:44

1:09:44

Devin Kupka and Dan Elliott go over the Cup race at Darlington, discuss about Brad Keselowski breaking 110 race winless streak, the scuffle between Tyler Reddick and Chris Buescher on Sunday. They also talk about silly season rumors, and Micheal McDowell moving on from Front Row Motorsports to Spire Motorsports. The boys discuss about the NASCAR in…

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Ruth Ware 58:37

2h ago58:37

58:37

Ruth Ware: dry white wine #1 bestselling author Ruth Ware names the two greatest fictional detectives ever, describes the gratitude a former bookseller feels to be a published author, why she made the switch from writing YA fantasy novels to adult crime fiction, her milestones throughout the year to keep an annual publishing pace, how Agatha Christ…

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Behind the Scenes With General Services - Fleet & Equipment 15:25

9h ago15:25

15:25

Buddy Stewart, Director of Fleet & Equipment and Bobby Bradley, Fire Rescue Tech III, help kick off our new miniseries this week on the podcast. For the next month or two, we are going behind the scenes in the General Services department where we will meet many of the employees who work hard to keep things running in James City County.…

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Physiology Friday: [Bloodwork] High Performance Blood Chemistry w/ Dan Garner, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson 48:39

30m ago48:39

48:39

In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged Dan Garner dives into how you can start to analyze your yearly bloodwork for performance. Standard blood tests can be ordered around the globe, in every country, and are the gold standard for understanding basic health. The normal reference ranges, however, are not giving you the answers you are looking for wh…

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Steve Albini 35:31

4m ago35:31

35:31

BEST SHOW BESTS! In honor of his untimely passing, we're playing Tom's interview with musician, recording engineer and cultural icon STEVE ALBINI! (Originally broadcast on The Best Show on WFMU on August 14, 2012) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT…

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[Women’s Health] Reproductive Function, Birth Control and Pharmaceutical Steroid Hormones w/Viktoria Felkar, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #746 54:32

1d ago54:32

54:32

Victoria Felkar is a doctoral candidate conducting interdisciplinary research on women’s health, reproductive function, and pharmaceutical steroid hormones. With a unique background in both the hard sciences and humanities, her work offers a novel and critical perspective into the use of drugs for health and performance purposes within the female a…

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TOM PERFORMS A FULL STAND-UP SPECIAL LIVE! JOHN FROM HUMBLEBRIDGE! 2:47:02

12m ago2:47:02

2:47:02

Last week, Tom Scharpling took calls to help shape a comedy special. This week, with barely a day of preparation, Tom performs a full stand-up special despite never having done stand-up comedy in his life! It's the premiere of Tom Scharpling's JOKE MIND VIRUS! Phones ring psyching Tom up and giving advice for the big event! Plus, a special call fro…

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Episode 261: Closest finish in NASCAR Cup Series history, charter updates 1:19:03

2h ago1:19:03

1:19:03

Devin Kupka and Dan Elliott break down the closest finish in NASCAR Cup Series history. They also go over all the latest updates on the charter system agreements and discuss Stewart-Haas Racing potentially selling some of their charters and merging with Front Row Motorsports. Dan and Devin also travel back to 1985 ahead of throwback weekend at Darl…

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Megyn Kelly 57:46

1h ago57:46

57:46

Megyn Kelly: Special Mother’s Day episode (martini: 3 ounces gin, dash dry vermouth, olives) Megyn recommends three books for Mother’s Day and why she chose each, discusses her love for Dateline and the Real Housewives shows, reveals the identity of the famous actor at a Hollywood Oscars party that Doug mistook for a homeless person, reviews the Ba…

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Rob Halford 36:00

3d ago36:00

36:00

BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom interviews Judas Priest frontman and heavy metal legend ROB HALFORD! (Originally aired November 2nd, 2022) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODE…

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[Circadian Biology] The Science of Sunshine, Sleep, and Circadian Rhythm w/ Dr Alexis Cowan, PhD, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #745 1:00:13

5d ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Dr. Alexis Cowan received her PhD in molecular biology from Princeton University, specializing in the metabolic effects of nutritional and exercise interventions. She is currently a post-doctoral research fellow at the University of Pennsylvania studying microbiome-diet interactions in both health and disease (i.e., cancer). Alexis is passionate ab…

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TOM WRITES A STAND-SPECIAL! MARY TIMONY! BIG JIM FROM KNOXBRIDGE! MARY BRONSTEIN! 3:07:28

5d ago3:07:28

3:07:28

Phones ring to help TOM WRITE A STAND-SPECIAL! The one and only MARY TIMONY performs live! AP Mike recaps the recent Kevin Smith Stone Pony event! Director Mary Bronstein calls back to review another 1980s TV Guide with Tom! Plus, Tom gets a call from BIG JIM FROM KNOXBRIDGE! SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES!…

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Episode 260: Hamlin wins Dover, is parity over in next-gen era? 1:08:04

5d ago1:08:04

1:08:04

Devin Kupka and Dan Elliott go over Denny Hamlin's third win of the season at Dover. They go in depth on the current Cup Series point standings, and manufacturing standings to see where everybody is lined up. Discuss about the next-gen car and how it may have lost it's parity, and a look ahead to Kansas this weekend.…

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Patreon Preview - Ahoy #2 53:27

20d ago53:27

53:27

Enjoy this free episode of our Patreon exclusive podcast "Ahoy", the ultimate fish sandwich review podcast, hosted by Tom Scharpling and Harri Woliner! SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! https://www.patreon.com/TheBestShow WATCH THE BEST SHOW LIVE EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT 6PM PT ON TWITCH https://www.twitch.tv/best…

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TOP 50 PHRASES THAT NEED TO DIE! LIVE MUSIC FROM SYSTEM EXCLUSIVE! DOUG IN OCEANBRIDGE! JOHN GENTLE! FRUITBODIES! 3:12:04

12d ago3:12:04

3:12:04

Phones ring on the topic: TOP 50 PHRASES THAT NEED TO DIE! Hear an exclusive live set of music from Pasadena's own, SYSTEM EXCLUSIVE! Tom gets a call from DOUG IN OCEANBRIDGE! The one and only JOHN GENTLE swings by the studio to visit Tom! Plus, hear the debut song from the new music series 'Live From Six Steps Down' featuring Fruitbodies! SUPPORT …

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Food Systems, Protein and Amino Acids w/ Peter Ballerstedt, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #744 1:06:27

23d ago1:06:27

1:06:27

Peter Ballerstedt is a prominent figure in the fields of forage agronomy, ruminant nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. With a background in forage production and utilization, Ballerstedt has dedicated his career to promoting the importance of forage-based agriculture in supporting healthy ecosystems and livestock production systems. He holds a …

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Episode 259: Reddick wins Talladega, fuel strategy on superspeedways 55:07

12d ago55:07

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Devin Kupka and Dan Elliott breakdown Tyler Reddick's win at Talladega. They debate about the fuel saving strategies used on the superspeedways so far in 2024 and whether it needs to stay or go. Eric Jones injury and who could replace them, they also discuss about what's going on with scoring pylons and give a Dover Motor Speedway preview.…

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Liz Truss 37:12

13d ago37:12

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Former Prime Minister Liz Truss: Espresso Liz Truss discusses her preference for the emergence of independent journalism and death of traditional media in America as opposed to Britain where the BBC is still dominant, names her favorite few states in America, names the two places in Britain that every American should visit, talks about the stress o…

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Corey Harris of Mother 13 53:47

17d ago53:47

53:47

BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom gets a call from COREY HARRIS OF MOTHER 13! (Originally Aired December 7th, 2022.) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! https://www.patreon.c…

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JCSA Update With Doug Powell - April 2024 13:05

18d ago13:05

13:05

James City Service Authority’s General Manager, Doug Powell, joins us on the podcast this week to discuss the new billing system and the Sewer Cap program. Check it out and let us know what you think!By James City County Government

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Episode 258: Chase Elliott winless streak snapped, Hendrick dominance continues 57:06

19d ago57:06

57:06

Devin Kupka and Dan Elliott go over Chase Elliott breaking his 42-race winless streak. They discuss Hendrick Motorsports continence of domination in the 2024 season so far. Kupka and Elliott breakdown Jimmie Johnson's comments on the next-gen car and give a Talladega preview.

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LIVE MUSIC FROM PALEHOUND! KEILI FROM WFMU! TERRI TATE! ERIC WHITE! OPEN PHONE TUESDAY! 3:03:14

19d ago3:03:14

3:03:14

It's the return of OPEN PHONE TUESDAY on the Best Show! PALEHOUND perform a killer set live in the Best Show Forever Dog Theater! Tom talks to friend of the show, WFMU DJ KEILI! And friend of the show ERIC WHITE stops by with his mother, TERRI TATE to talk about her new book! Plus, Tom reveals his love of social media stars Eddie N Chooch! Another …

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[Longevity] How to Train for Health and Performance for the Rest of Your Life w/ Dan Garner, Andy Galpin, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash, and Dan Garner #743 52:06

19d ago52:06

52:06

In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash dive into periodization models and a framework for longevity through the lens of health and performance. Longevity is a common goal. Unfortunately, it is impossible to define. How do you know if you are doing it right? Do you have to wait 40 years to find out …

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Admiral James Stavridis 1:05:58

29d ago1:05:58

1:05:58

Admiral James Stavridis: Negroni (1 ounce gin, 1 ounce sweet vermouth, 1 ounce Campari, garnish with orange peel) Admiral Stavridis names the two most terrifying moments of his military career, describes how naval warfare will look in fifty years (or less), the classified military report meant to predict the future that was most off, the Russel Cro…

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Master Shake/Petey From The Future 39:13

24d ago39:13

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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip from WFMU, legendary caller Petey visits the studio, while he and Tom take calls from MASTER SHAKE (Dana Snyder) and a strange call from PETEY FROM THE FUTURE! (Originally Aired on WFMU on February 1st, 2005). New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every F…

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Barbara Null - April 2024 Board of Supervisors Update 18:04

26d ago18:04

18:04

Barbara Null, the Stonehouse representative on the James City County Board of Supervisors and Chair of the James City Service Authority, is our guest on the podcast this week. We talk about her experience on the Planning Commission, her thoughts on the importance of economic development and much more. Check it out and let us know what you think!…

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Episode 257: Hendrick 40th Anniversary win, short track package thoughts, Stewart-Haas charters 1:05:51

30d ago1:05:51

1:05:51

Devin Kupka and Dan Elliott are back to discuss Martinsville weekend, and go over Hendrick Motorsports historic win on Sunday. They give their overall thoughts on short track package this year. Is Stewart-Haas going to sell some of their charters and downsize their operation.

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LIVE MUSIC FROM DANIEL ROMANO'S OUTFIT! ALBERTINA RIZZO & JAMES FRITZ! WHICH ARTIST DO YOU WANT TO SEE BEFORE THEY GO AWAY? 3:10:22

1M ago3:10:22

3:10:22

Hear a mind-blowing live set from Canadian rockers DANIEL ROMANO'S OUTFIT! The very funny ALBERTINA RIZZO and JAMES FRITZ stop by and talk to Tom about his first time seeing Bruce Springsteen live! Phones ring on the topic: WHICH ARTIST DO YOU WANT TO SEE BEFORE THEY GO AWAY? The Horseman talk about opening up a new business venture together called…

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[Testosterone] How to Naturally Increase Testosterone by 300% w/ Dan Garner, Andy Galpin, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash, and Dan Garner #742 1:47:44

1M ago1:47:44

1:47:44

Dan Garner is a co-founder of RAPID Health Optimization which offers high-level, personalized online health and performance coaching for world class results. His coaching resume is second to none having worked with dozens of professional athletes, CEO’s, and Investors. Within his clientele he has worked with three superbowl champions, two UFC title…

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Tribute To Joe Flaherty 50:01

1M ago50:01

50:01

The Best Show remembers the late great and hilarious Joe Flaherty. Tom was honored to interview Joe on The Best Show in May of 2023. From his acting in movies and television to his brilliance on SCTV in his youth, hear the stories and remember the man and legend in this week’s Best Show Bests. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES…

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[Neuropsychiatry] A Root Cause Approach to Rebuilding Brain, Body and Mind w/ Dr. Michael Miletic, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash, and Dan Garner #741 55:54

1M ago55:54

55:54

Dr. Michael Miletic is a former Olympic athlete and a prominent physician specializing in clinical neuroscience and metabolic medicine. Dr. Miletic evaluates the brain, mind, and body and brings the latest science and evidence-based treatments to optimize your health. Specializing in athletes, executives, and adolescents looking to reach their full…

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MARTIN COURTNEY (REAL ESTATE)! LIVE MUSIC FROM MARNIE STERN! COLIN BURGESS & RYAN MARTIN BROWN! PHILLY BOY ROY! 2:59:29

1M ago2:59:29

2:59:29

MARTIN COURTNEY from REAL ESTATE talks to Tom about their new album Daniel, bad sandwich chains, what makes New Jersey great, and more! The amazing MARNIE STERN plays a stellar live set of music! COLIN BURGESS and RYAN MARTIN BROWN swing by to discuss their new film Free Time! All this, plus the triumphant return of PHILLY BOY ROY! SUPPORT THE BEST…

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FY2025 Proposed Budget 27:29

1M ago27:29

27:29

James City County’s County Administrator, Scott Stevens and Financial and Management Director, Sharon McCarthy join us on the podcast this week to cover the proposed FY2025 Budget. Check it out and let us know what you think!By James City County Government

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