Best Adam Monahan Podcasts (2024)

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Encore: Very Truly Yours, Frank Sinatra 29:58

1h ago29:58

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Celebrity letters provide a glimpse into what was happening in that person’s life in a particular moment in time, beyond what the newspapers were printing. When a fiery letter written by legendary star Frank Sinatra was appraised on GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in Tulsa, OK in 2018 that glimpse revealed a raw response to a letter from a prison chaplain,…

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Encore: Is This a Letdown? 48:55

17d ago48:55

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News that a famous Galileo manuscript at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor was revealed to be a fake raises questions about a similar letter that appeared on GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in 2014. Did the show get it wrong? And how can a fake be so convincing it fools multiple experts? Host Adam Monahan, joined by forgery-sniffing historian Nick Wildi…

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Encore: If it’s Brown it’s Down 29:56

29d ago29:56

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An early-American desk and bookcase set was appraised in 2006 at GBH’s Antiques Roadshow for a whopping $250,000. But was this coveted circa 1775 two-piece secretary a match made in heaven? Join host Adam Monahan as he discovers how a shocking secret revealed after the show making the piece even more rare, along with a powerful new market trend com…

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Take Me Out to the Ballgame - How the Boston Red Sox, Babe Ruth and the long-forgotten Bunker Hill Brewery combined to make one homerun of a calendar! 26:16

28d ago26:16

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Boston Red Sox fans are a committed bunch – to the game, the team, the players, and the belief that a curse from 1918 kept the team away from a World Series win until broken in 2004. So, when a guest brought a Red Sox calendar, discovered behind a barn door after almost 100 years, to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in 2021, that fan commitment clearly shon…

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Anders Hanson on gaining buy-in from athletes 26:44

2M ago26:44

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Anders Hanson –2024 Rising Star Award RecipientCross Country/Track, Olathe East HSCoach Hanson’s podcast interview (coming soon)What was shared about Coach Hanson: Anders is incredibly relational and encouraging to all the runners he works with at Olathe East. He is able to meet student athletes where they are, and make them feel valued as individu…

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Adam Olerich on building good programs through teaching the players to pass it down 38:34

2M ago38:34

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Basketball, Olathe North HSCoach Olerich’s podcast interview (coming soon)What was shared about Coach Olerich: Adam constantly uses basketball to teach high school boys at Olathe North life lessons and that success comes from hard work and being about the right stuff.https://communityforcoaches.org/2024-coach-of-the-year-finalists/--- Send in a voi…

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Aaron Davidson on finding value where others don't 33:08

2M ago33:08

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Aaron DavidsonCross Country/Track, Blue Valley West HSWhat was shared about Coach Davidson: Aaron demonstrates his faith by pouring into the lives of his athletes. He was the head coach at Shawnee Mission North High School for a number of years before transitioning to Blue Valley recently. He has made a huge impact in the district and among his fel…

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Lauren Paccapaniccia on helping her kids chase their dreams 19:03

2M ago19:03

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Lauren PaccapanicciaSoccer, Athena FCCoach Paccapaniccia’s podcast interview (coming soon)What was shared about Coach Paccapaniccia: Lauren Paccapaniccia is a tremendous coach. She actively engages in the lives of her players and provides the type of guidance/coaching that makes athletes the best version of themselves, while also improving the over…

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Michelle Abshire on how she instills and models passion and dedication 21:11

2M ago21:11

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Michelle AbshireVolleyball, Blue Valley West HS, MAVS, Blue Valley RecCoach Abshire’s podcast interview (coming soon)What was shared about Coach Abshire:Michelle Abshire is a passionate, hard-working, and dedicated coach. She has been a staple on the volleyball sidelines for decades. Her passion for the sport is contagious, inspiring her team to pu…

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Jerald Long on having a father's heart as a coach 27:57

2M ago27:57

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Jerald LongFootball, Track, Pleasant Ridge MSCoach Long’s podcast interview (coming soon)What was shared about Coach Long: Jerald Long goes above and beyond to make better athletes and better people. He’s not just about winning games; he’s about building character, discipline, and resilience in every player. You can ask anyone who has ever been aro…

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Amy Hoffsommer-Griffin on making the place I live in a good place 34:53

2M ago34:53

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Amy Hoffsommer-Griffin: head volleyball coach at Olathe West High School. What was shared about Amy:She has consistently demonstrated unparalleled dedication and an unmatched level of care for the student-athletes in the Olathe West volleyball program. Volleyball, and sports, in general, is not just about wins and losses; it’s about the profound im…

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The Poster Boy Takes a Dive – How an 1890s waterpark, the power of Victorian-era advertising and one man’s unlimited dreams culminated in drama at the auction block in 2023 25:02

1M ago25:02

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Ask fans of GBH’s Antiques Roadshow if they have a favorite appraiser and you’ll hear many names, including one known for his big character, creative mustache styles and bold plaid suits. Nicholas Lowry is a poster expert and master auctioneer – two qualities that were integral to the story of a larger-than-life aquatic poster bathed in muted water…

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Skippy the Hero Dog – How the story of a kidnapped baby, a spunky hero dog and today’s TikTok fans came together to determine the true value of a tattered Dog of the Year award. 21:12

2M ago21:12

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Calling all dog lovers and true-crime aficionados! In 2022 Linda brought a chipped, cracked, and stained ceramic plate featuring the portrait of a long-ago dog to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in Santa Fe, NM. But why would the story around this unassuming item soon ignite controversy among appraisers as to the plate’s true worth? Join host Adam Monahan …

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The First Japanese American -- How a story involving sailors lost at sea, 1850s San Francisco, and a Japanese teenager’s quest to build a new life connected two strangers more than a century later. 24:32

3M ago24:32

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When GBH’s Antiques Roadshow visited Sacramento, CA in 2019 a red-covered two-volume book set was brought to the show by a guest eager to learn about a selection from her grandfather’s book collection. “The Narrative of a Japanese” by Joseph Heco was recognized immediately by appraiser Martin Gammon for its historical importance, but how would this…

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The Unsinkable Titanic Biscuit – An epic shipwreck continues to fascinate a century later creating a collector’s market for Titanic memorabilia that thrives today. 31:49

3M ago31:49

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In 1999 a box of artifacts from the sinking of the Titanic made its way to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow, including blurry photos of the eerie ice-filled wreck site, a handwritten diary, and -- a biscuit. But how could something so simple and fragile have survived the ship’s sinking? And could the biscuit and other items from the famed shipwreck find a p…

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The Bob Ross Appreciation Society – How the US Air Force, fluffy clouds and the power of PBS combined to create a pop culture icon and paintings worth mountains of money. 22:58

3M ago22:58

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Until 2023, zero paintings created by the beloved PBS artist Bob Ross had ever been brought to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow. That all changed at the show’s recent stop in Anchorage, Alaska when a whopping six made their way in front of the lights and cameras. Paintings by Ross almost never show up in the open market – so how did so many appear that day …

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Encore: Let's Get Naked 32:37

4M ago32:37

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In 2014 a gorgeous painting was brought to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in Bismarck, ND. The appraisal was selected by producers but ultimately cut from the episode before it aired. What made this piece of art so controversial? The late 1800s oil featured a nude woman. Join host Adam Monahan as he uncovers the tricky question of which parts of the body …

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Encore: A Bronze in the Haystack 23:29

5M ago23:29

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It’s a little-known fact that appraisers on GBH’s Antiques Roadshow are not paid to appear on the show. What keeps them on-set for 10+ hour days season after season? The special excitement from coming face-to-face with a once-in-a-lifetime object. So when a guest brought what they thought to be Rodin’s sculpture “Eternal Spring” to the show in Fort…

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Encore: The Most Valuable Reindeer of All 38:50

5M ago38:50

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Can you put a price on Christmas? Years after a visit to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow, Santa and Rudolph original puppets from the beloved 1964 stop-motion-animation holiday special Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer made their way to the auction block. Join host Adam Monahan as he uncovers the story of the puppet’s discovery and restoration, the bidding su…

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Encore: A Soldier for Sale 31:54

6M ago31:54

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The legendary comedic duo Laurel & Hardy have a very dedicated fanbase. But will a relic toy soldier from their 1934 film, Babes in Toyland, have the owner laughing all the way to the bank? We follow one soldier’s march from appraisal to the auction block, to find out what it’s really worth. Along the way Adam crashes a meeting of the international…

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[BONUS] The Big Dig - Part 1: We Were Wrong 55:31

6M ago55:31

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There is a cynicism that hangs over the topic of American infrastructure — whether it’s high-speed rail or off-shore wind — it feels like this country can’t build big things anymore. No one project embodies that cynicism quite like Boston’s Big Dig. Infamous for its ever-increasing price tag, this massive highway tunneling effort became a symbol of…

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To Bean or Not to Bean—How an unexplored mention of personal turmoil spurs a look into the short but impactful life of Keith Haring: famous pop artist, trailblazing activist, friend to Andy Warhol and ... 32:17

7M ago32:17

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In 1977, while preparing a move to New York to make it big as an artist, a young Keith Haring gifted a lithograph titled “Bean Salad” as a goodbye present to his friend Mike. Mike couldn’t bear to display the gift, but also couldn’t part with it, and after 45 years he took the lithograph to the Santa Fe recording of GBH’s Antiques Roadshow where it…

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Spilling the Secret Sauce – How a chatty event volunteer discovered an uncanny connection involving the U.S military, World War II airborne warfare and an elite military unit so secret that it was kept ... 29:59

7M ago29:59

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At each appraisal event for GBH’s Antiques Roadshow, along with staff and crew, it takes over 100 volunteers to ensure the event runs smoothly. Each is trained in the specifics of their role for the day, including the most important training point -- never talk to guests about their items prior to their appraisal! So, what happened during a 2022 vi…

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Yacht What it Looks Like – An unsigned maritime masterpiece of a yacht race, a 19th-century pastime of the idle rich, takes DETOURS to visit appraisers, auction experts and the Peabody Essex Museum as ... 23:48

7M ago23:48

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An astonishing maritime painting depicting a 19th century yacht race was brought to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in Tampa, FL in 2005. Although unsigned, the extraordinary depiction of billowing sails and light-reflected sea spray clearly pointed to the work of artist James Buttersworth and was valued at $250,000 to $500,000 – the caveat being that more…

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The Barbie Boost? – How a pioneering Mattel designer created a superstar sensation and how a recent No. 1 Barbie’s sale defined the doll’s new moment. 28:50

8M ago28:50

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A coveted 1959 No. 1 Barbie was appraised for GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in 2016 with a value of $3,500-$4,500. But with today’s Barbie mania following the release of the mega-hit movie, has a nice pink glow washed over the market for the stylishly superstar doll? Join host Adam Monahan as he toys with the question, speaking with Barbie historians, ma…

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Encore: David and the Two Lamps 25:50

9M ago25:50

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A pair of Tiffany lamps go missing years after appearing on GBH’s Antiques Roadshow. Just how far would someone go to get their hands on these lamps? And just how far would someone else go to get them back? DETOURS host Adam Monahan talks to those close to the story including the private investigator who ultimately cracked the case.…

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Encore: When Appraisers Get it Wrong 25:29

9M ago25:29

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In 2015, a guest brought a strange looking pot to the set of GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in Spokane, WA, where an expert appraised it as a “19th century grotesque face jug” worth $30,000 - $50,000. After the episode aired, a viewer contacted the series to share information which shocked producers and wound up in the national news. Find out what they le…

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The Champion Teammate, John O'Sullivan & Jerry Lynch 47:44

10M ago47:44

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John O'Sullivan and Jerry Lynch are nationally and internationally known authors and speakers in the arena of coaching and leadership development who share a wealth of wisdom with us today on the podcast as we explore their new book, The Champion Teammate. Enjoy the show! You can connect with John and/or Jerry or listen to their podcast here: https…

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Billy the Kid? – How the notorious Wild West outlaw is still a “wanted” man, and why everyone—even National Geographic—is interested in getting to the bottom of the authenticity of his image 35:52

10M ago35:52

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A family photograph, long rumored to feature the wild western outlaw, Billy the Kid, is brought to the set of GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in 2017 where it is quickly and roundly declared as inauthentic. In fact, there is still only one truly authenticated image of “the Kid” known, although countless more have made the claim—some with more plausibility …

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Breaking the Ice – the story of how Whirlpool’s Miracle Kitchen traveled to Russia and ignited a frosty debate between two superpowers 34:30

10M ago34:30

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In 2018 GBH’s Antiques Roadshow visited one of the coolest locations the show has filmed at to-date, the Hotel del Coronado, right on the beach in southern CA. So it was surprising when a guest brought a well-used kitchen table to be appraised and even more surprising when it was revealed to be from the 1959 American National Exhibition’s “kitchen …

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Seeing the Bigger Picture 29:30

11M ago29:30

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Controversial items are nothing new to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow, but when an artist’s study sketch was brought to the show’s 2007 event in Baltimore, MD it seemed unlikely to be one. However, it was because of the bigger picture – literally –a mural created for the state of Indiana by Thomas Hart Benton and unveiled at the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair …

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Byrd Flies South – how The New York Times, Wrigley’s, Paramount Pictures, and other early 20th century icons helped to usher in the age of the personal brand 32:24

11M ago32:24

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Photos from Admiral Byrd’s famed Antarctic expedition brought in 2021 to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in Sands Point, NY reveal rare glimpses into life at the South Pole almost 100 years ago. Join host Adam Monahan as he discovers how science and PR collide in this tale of one man’s quest for fame and a secured place in history and how that compares to …

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All that Glitters - Gold ingots, retrieved from the ocean floor and appraised on America’s favorite antiques show back in 1999 are now the subject of an international investigation. 23:13

12M ago23:13

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Gold ingots, retrieved from the ocean floor and appraised on America’s favorite antiques show back in 1999 are now the subject of an international investigation. Apparently, which part of the ocean floor is a pretty big deal… Join host Adam Monahan to find out where these gold bars reside today!By GBH

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To Utah Beach and Back – How a World War II helmet revealed a Naval hero in Normandy and the memorial efforts across two countries to document this veteran’s story. 30:07

1y ago30:07

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A World War II Navy helmet brought to GBH’s Antiques Roadshow, and used for years as a decorative planter, was revealed to be that of the US Naval officer in charge at Utah Beach during the allied landing in Normandy. Appraiser Jeff Shrader carefully inspected the helmet. What did his analysis along with an archived diary and other accounts from mu…

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Encore: The King of Fakes Gets Faked 33:40

1y ago33:40

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In 2013, GBH’s Antiques Roadshow appraiser John Buxton met a guest claiming to have an ancient Mayan carving. Buxton’s gut said this was a fake but the guest had paperwork proving otherwise. Is it possible Buxton’s instinct was right all along? DETOURS host Adam dives into the deceitful world of forged artifacts, following a story that still eludes…

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Encore: That Time the FBI Called 24:40

1y ago24:40

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Photographs of Edgar Allan Poe are incredibly rare. The famed writer sat for portraits only a few times, resulting in eight unique images, known as daguerreotypes. When one appeared on the TV show in Omaha, NE it seemed too good to be true. Then the FBI called. It’s a tale never shared before on TV. And but for this podcast may be shared nevermore.…

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[BONUS] MOBITUARIES - Chang and Eng: A Messy American Dream 38:27

1y ago38:27

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GBH’s Antiques Roadshow made a surprising discovery in Charleston, SC in 2000 – a circa 1850 two-seated chair made for famous conjoined twins Cheng and Eng Bunker. DETOURS host Adam Monahan long believed there must be a second chair lost to history, but a serendipitous phone conversation with humorist Mo Rocca not only solved the mystery of the mis…

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Good Grief – A Charles Schulz comic strip collection (and its owner) gets a Hallmark-moment 20:41

1y ago20:41

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GBH’s Antiques Roadshow is known for mind-blowing valuations, but often the owners and their stories are the true treasures–like Arnold Shapiro, the guest who was responsible for putting Peanuts cartoons on Hallmark greeting cards. Hear more about Arnold’s 12-year relationship with the iconic Charles Schulz and follow the journey of his comic strip…

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Lorne Clark on creating a team culture that takes responsibility for their teammates 23:18

1y ago23:18

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Lorne Clark Football, Olathe NW HS What was shared about Coach Clark: Coach Clark makes ma laugh and smile everyday in weights class; he is always coaching and improving my football skills and does the same for others as well. He will always be honest and direct towards you. He cares a lot about the players and never gives up on the program. He als…

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Liz Monahan on why delegation is important when you wear many hats 35:32

1y ago35:32

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Liz Monahan Basketball, Pembroke Hill School Coach Monahan's podcast interview What was shared about Coach Monahan: Starting in the summer, Coach Monohan started leadership meetings in which the entire team completed a program on leadership, communication, what it means to be a good teammate etc. They still meet weekly to discuss various topics, an…

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Guyden Bagsby (Coach G) on being the coach he wished he would have had 18:56

1y ago18:56

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Guyden BagsbyBasketball, Raytown South HS What was shared about Coach Bagsby: Coach Bagsby has established a winning culture, that has energized the entire school. Leading them to the state tournament last season, and reaching the Elite 8. He has brought success in such a quick period of time with the girls basketball team. They love his enthusiasm…

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Kadie Duffey on being confident & competent as a young coach 19:16

1y ago19:16

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2023 Rising Star Award Recipient Soccer, Fountain City FC What was shared about Coach Duffy: Coach Kadie is invested in each of the girls she coaches. She makes sure to reflect on games and brings the girls together to review growth areas, how they can support and work together as a team, communicating, and learning to work and respect each other a…

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Susan Specht on the power of praying for your athletes 31:18

1y ago31:18

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Susan Specht Volleyball, Shawnee Mission NW HS What was shared about Coach Specht: Coach Specht is very transformational, building relationships through her coaching. She models accountability, a positive work ethic and integrity. Her lessons in teamwork and creating a positive climate are life lessons that go well beyond the volleyball court. In a…

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Matt Gow on sacrficing opportunities to create opportunity for others 24:34

1y ago24:34

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Matt Gow Soccer, Toca FC What was shared about Coach Gow: Matt influences the boys on and off the pitch. He demonstrates goal, vision, and mission setting for both the team and the boys personally. He supports them through life transitions and is an amazing Godly man. https://communityforcoaches.org/2023-coach-of-the-year-finalists-2/ --- Send in a…

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Arianne Henry on helping players see themselves and others better 22:41

1y ago22:41

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Arianne Henry Wrestling, Raytown South HS What was shared about Coach Henry: Coach Henry has established a great culture with her wrestling team. The level of intensity and pride that her team has is a reflection of her great coaching ability. Each year I’ve noticed more and more students showing up for wrestling, and competing with enthusiasm. htt…

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Theresa's Choice – When an inherited piece of New Orleans Art Pottery is appraised for thousands, does it still pay to keep it in the family? 21:38

1y ago21:38

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It is the dream scenario on GBH’s Antiques Roadshow: your object is appraised for more than you ever imagined. But when that object is a beloved family treasure, do you keep or sell? This hypothetical becomes a reality for Theresa after she learns that her inherited New Orleans Art Pottery jardinière, which she personally kept safe during Hurricane…

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Do you Believe in Magic? - 1990's trading cards worth the price of a car 25:05

1y ago25:05

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A collection of 1993 "Magic: The Gathering" Beta cards are appraised on GBH’s Antiques Roadshow for up to $100,000 leaving producers wondering when–and why–did these modern collectibles get so valuable? Host Adam Monahan heads straight to the source for answers: with a trip to a Magic tournament, and an interview with Richard Garfield, the creator …

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Is This a Letdown? - How a Galileo forgery found at the University of Michigan led to a historical hunt for answers 48:55

1+ y ago48:55

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News that a famous Galileo manuscript at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor was revealed to be a fake raises questions about a similar letter that appeared on GBH’s Antiques Roadshow in 2014. Did the show get it wrong? And how can a fake be so convincing it fools multiple experts? Host Adam Monahan, joined by forgery-sniffing historian Nick Wildi…

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Six Touchdowns and a Song - The epic appraisal and auction of an NFL legend's jersey 22:07

1+ y ago22:07

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In 1965, Gale Sayers was the first-round draft pick for the Chicago Bears, kicking off a history-making NFL career. 41 years later, a bloody, torn up jersey worn by Sayers appears on GBH’s Antiques Roadshow after narrowly being saved from a fate as a cleaning rag. What follows is an epic TV appraisal that leads to a surprise at the auction block. J…

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Cowboy Jim's Big Gamble - does a test on a red diamond ring reveal big money jewelry or big disappointment? 23:26

1+ y ago23:26

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GBH’s Antiques Roadshow has a fair share of characters cross its set, but none like the towering, booming-voiced cowboy who attended the 2018 taping in Tulsa, OK. With a rare red diamond ring, cowboy Jim sought to learn the gem’s value. But would his $35K gamble pay off big? Join host Adam Monahan as he uncovers the mystery behind red diamonds and …

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