Best Andy Benoit Podcasts (2024)

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NFL Week 2: Chiefs & Bengals Deliver Another Classic 1:11:24

35m ago1:11:24

1:11:24

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the Chiefs big win over the Bengals, why Conor is glad that he was wrong about the Buccaneer's success, the Saints huge success on offense so far, the baffling play calls by the Jaguars, how the Titans are being patient in their rebuild, why Sam Darnold is this year's Baker Mayfield Go to UnderdogFantasy.com, s…

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Jamie Karolich of Craft Your Commerce: Empowering Artists Through Business Education 43:26

10h ago43:26

43:26

Making a living from the arts can be a tough gig. Most art schools rightfully focus on studio skills and critical thinking but place very little emphasis on their real-world applications. Artists often double as their own marketers, using dated information that doesn't translate to tech advances in social media or the contemporary arts industry. In…

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NFL Week 1: Deshaun Watson & Daniel Jones Panic Meter 1:07:14

6d ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down week one in the NFL including the Lions clutch overtime win over the Rams, why the Browns and Giants need to move on from Deshaun Watson and Daniel Jones now, if the Jaguars coaching staff will be on their way out soon after some less than stellar decisions in a loss to the Dolphins, Caleb Williams showing some…

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Predicting Every Game of the 2024 NFL Season 1:25:20

12d ago1:25:20

1:25:20

Conor Orr and Albert Breer are joined by SI's Mitch Goldich to break down Conor's final record predictions for every NFL team and why he thinks every NFC North team will make the playoffs, the long streak of a new NFC East winner, and why this could be a breakthrough year for the NFC South Check out Conor's full predictions here: https://www.si.com…

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2024 NFL Divisional Winners & Award Picks 59:31

21d ago59:31

59:31

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down who they think will win each division, if Justin Fields could win the starting job in Pittsburgh, our picks for every end of season award, and some interesting Dan Campbell stories from Conor's cover story on the Lions Link to Conor's story with Greg Bishop on the Detroit Lions: https://www.si.com/nfl/lions-spe…

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Rookie QB's Preseason Performances 46:44

27d ago46:44

46:44

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down how Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Michael Penix Jr., and Bo Nix have looked this preseason before discussing how the holdouts for Ja'Marr Chase and Brandon Aiyuk have played out during training camp, and what countries would actually dominate if NFL players competed in flag football at the Olympics Our Sponso…

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Crafting a Career: Practical Insights From Watercolor Artist Sue Dolamore 41:13

25d ago41:13

41:13

When Sue Dolamore started painting, she joined a small group of Asheville-area plein-air artists. Under her leadership, the outdoor painting group ballooned from 12 members to nearly 400 over a five-year period. All the while, Sue learned to capture the breathtaking mountain vistas of Western North Carolina by working outdoors. These days, Sue also…

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Top Teams Fantasy Draft 1:06:41

1M ago1:06:41

1:06:41

Conor Orr and Albert Breer draft the fourteen teams we think will make the playoffs this year in order and discuss why the Lions are a favorite for the NFC title, Joe Burrow's comeback season, why the Jet's could still be a playoff team without Aaron Rodgers, and why the Chargers and Bucs could sneak into the post season Our Sponsors: * Check out F…

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Training Camp Overreactions 55:17

1M ago55:17

55:17

Conor Orr and Albert Breer reveal the shocking amount of time Albert has spent in Marriott hotels before giving some hot takes from their time in various training camps, including, the Giants winning the NFC East, why people need to stop making a big deal about training camp interceptions, why the Bears will be good this year, the Lions big Super B…

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New Contracts For Tua & Jordan Love 56:27

2M ago56:27

56:27

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the new contract extensions given to Tua Tagovailoa and Jordan Love, the growing number of $50 million quarterbacks, what these teams will do going forward with their salary caps, and what teams may try to take the same route with their rookie QB's that the Packers did with Love Our Sponsors: * Check out Future…

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The Next Five Super Bowl Winners 55:56

2M ago55:56

55:56

Conor Orr, Albert Breer, and Mitch Goldich break down their predictions for the next five Super Bowl winners including if CJ Stroud is the top QB of the future, if the Matthew Stafford Rams can still compete, how the Chiefs will regress with an aging roster, what a Jim Harbaugh led Chargers team will do, how far Jared Goff can take the Lions, and m…

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Too Much Behind The Scenes & New Kick Off Rules 1:04:42

2M ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Conor Orr and Albert Breer celebrate the release of NCAA 25' before getting into the over abundance of behind the scenes shows in the NFL, how the new kick off rules will be handled during the offseason, what Jim Harbaugh is already bringing to the Chargers as their new head coach, how Dak Prescott's contract situation impacts other teams future pl…

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Asheville Marketing Maven Sarah Benoit on Mastering Digital Strategies 39:24

2M ago39:24

39:24

Ask any artist what they need to succeed; nine times out of 10, they’ll say “marketing.” In today’s podcast episode, marketing wunderkind Sarah Benoit of JB Media Institute joins us to discuss the practical tools artists and creative entrepreneurs need to grow their businesses in the digital era. Key Points From This Episode: How Sarah got into the…

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The 12 REAL Super Bowl Contenders 48:52

2M ago48:52

48:52

Conor Orr is joined by Tyler Dunne from 'Go Long' to break down the twelve teams that actually have a chance at winning the Super Bowl this season Check out Conor's full piece on SI.com here: https://www.si.com/nfl/nfl-super-bowl-59-contenders @ConorOrr // @TyDunne Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: www.fut…

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Conor's Bold 2024 NFL Predictions 48:30

3M ago48:30

48:30

Conor Orr is joined by Mitch Goldich to break down some of Conor's picks from his 100 predictions column including this year's MVP, why Daniel Jones will have a bounce back season, if load management will come to the NFL, how the Steelers will use Justin Fields, if rugby players will get more post-Olympics tryouts, and what Bill Belichick will be d…

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MMQB Debates 2024 37:24

3M ago37:24

37:24

SI's Mitch Goldich moderates the first football debate of 2024 between our candidates Conor Orr and Albert Breer to hear their thoughts on international games, challenging pass interference calls, the fumble touchback rule, Eli Manning's hall of fame credentials, and more! Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal:…

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Aaron Rodgers Minicamp Absence & Trevor Lawrence 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Conor Orr and Albert Breer discuss if Aaron Rodgers absence from mandatory minicamp is really a big deal, what rookie QB's could win their teams starting jobs, the futures of Brandon Aiyuk & Ja'Marr Chase, and if Trevor Lawrence was worth the record breaking extension he got from the Jaguars Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQ…

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Preserving a Picturesque America With Conservationist Scott ‘Doc’ Varn 43:41

3M ago43:41

43:41

Scott “Doc” Varn is the Executive Director and CEO of Preserving a Picturesque America (PAPA), an organization that combines history and art to conserve America’s most important sites. Sharing the mission behind PAPA, Scott joins us today to talk about his personal journey of falling in love with the process of unveiling key locations across the co…

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Best & Worst Offseason Moves 57:52

3M ago57:52

57:52

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the best and worst moves from this offseason including the Cowboys not extending Dak Prescott, the Niners keeping their Super Bowl window open, the Lions signing D.J. Reader, Atlanta's coaching changes, nobody hiring Bill Belichick Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: www…

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Justin Jefferson's Record Breaking Deal 37:41

3M ago37:41

37:41

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down Justin Jefferson's new deal that makes him the highest paid wideout in NFL history, what this means for CeeDee Lamb and Ja'Marr Chase, and the situation with Haason Reddick and the Jets Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: www.futurefans.com Advertising Inquiries…

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Predicting NFC Division Winners 59:07

4M ago59:07

59:07

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down Justin Jefferson's record setting contract before giving out their NFC division winner predictions and wonder about Mike McCarthy's job security, how the Bucs will finish this season, and if the Niners could have a down year ahead of them Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great de…

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Offseason OTA's & Record Predictions 34:26

4M ago34:26

34:26

Matt Verderame & Gilberto Manzanzo discuss the start of off season OTA's, if we'll end up seeing wide receivers being paid like running backs, and get into final 2024 record predictions Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: www.futurefans.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Ou…

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Predicting AFC Division Winners 1:05:52

4M ago1:05:52

1:05:52

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down their predictions for the winner of each AFC division including how the Jets defense could have nine players worthy of pro bowl selections, why the Steelers could really surprise people with their combo of Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, and why the Jim Harbaugh led Chargers could have a better record than pe…

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Big Name Offseason Extensions 47:00

4M ago47:00

47:00

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano discuss notable free agents that remain unsigned before breaking down the situations with Tee Higgins and Brandon Aiyuk, if Tua Tagovailoa is actually worth a big extension, and what Jordan Love showed in the second half of the season Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: ww…

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Dolphins Future & Rookie QB Competitions 52:01

4M ago52:01

52:01

Conor Orr and Albert Breer react to the brutal schedules for the Jets and Steelers before discussing why the Dolphins should have gone after Kirk Cousins and why Mike McDaniel should get the chance to mold his own rookie quarterback. We also break down the quarterback competitions happening this offseason and which rookies should start and which on…

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NFL Schedule Release Breakdown 39:27

4M ago39:27

39:27

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down the NFL schedule release including the NFL airing two games on Netlfix, the amount of afternoon games played by Kansas City, the brutal second half of Pittsburgh's schedule, why the league gave the Jets seven standalone games in the first eleven weeks of the season, and more Our Sponsors: * Check out F…

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Schedule Release & Sports Entertainment Merges 53:27

4M ago53:27

53:27

Conor Orr and Albert Breer discuss why Albert has issues with Dunkin's coffee cups before breaking down why the league decides when team's should play non division games during the season, if the NFL knows it's their time to cement themselves long term as the number one sports league, how sports and entertainment are slowly becoming one, and why we…

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The Haywood Community College Professional Crafts Program with Amy Putansu and Brian Wurst 39:36

4M ago39:36

39:36

Both students and teachers in the Haywood Community College (HCC) Professional Crafts program form a prominent part of the vibrant creative community in Western North Carolina, an area with a rich history of traditional craftsmanship. Today, you’ll hear from textile artist Amy Putansu and woodworking instructor Brian Wurst about the accessible natu…

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NFL Schedule Release Preview & Offseason Extensions 48:31

4M ago48:31

48:31

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down what bad blood rose to the surface at the Tom Brady roast, the smart extensions given to A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Travis Kelce, who the worst team will be in this season, the upcoming release of the full schedule, and who the first player will be to revolt against Christmas games Our Sponsors: * Check out…

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NFL Draft Leftovers & Team Futures 53:00

5M ago53:00

53:00

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the rest of the NFL draft and discuss why the Giants deciding not to draft JJ McCarthy, owners not extending star players before their market value increases, why the Cowboys lackluster offseason doesn't have them in win now mode, and if the 49ers should trade Brandon Aiyuk or Deebo Samuel Our Sponsors: * Check…

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NFL Draft First Round Recap 1:06:09

5M ago1:06:09

1:06:09

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the highly anticipated first round of the NFL draft and wonder when the Patriots will give Drake Maye a chance to play, the Falcons surprise decision to take Michael Penix Jr. at #8, why the Vikings didn't trade up to draft JJ McCarthy higher, the puzzling choice by the Bills to trade out of the first round, an…

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Five Pre Draft Questions 36:32

5M ago36:32

36:32

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down five pre draft questions including their most surprising mock draft pick, the order that this years quarterbacks will be picked, how many quality players are actually in this class, who we're high on that other people aren't, and some of our other favorites Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code …

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2024 NFL Top Ten Mock Draft 58:27

5M ago58:27

58:27

Conor Orr is joined by Go Long's Tyler Dunne to give out their top ten mock draft and wonder why JJ McCarthy is getting so much hype as the draft approaches, if Herm Edwards comparing Jayden Daniels to Randall Cunningham may be an accurate comp, why Marvin Harrison Jr. is really the best prospect in years, and more Our Sponsors: * Check out Future …

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North Carolina: A Hot Spot for Glass Art with Candace Reilly 34:27

5M ago34:27

34:27

By now, North Carolina’s reputation as an arts destination is well known, but did you know that it played a significant role in the history of the Studio Glass Movement in America? Since Harvey Littleton first moved to the area in the late 1970s, Western North Carolina has cultivated a thriving community of glass makers and supporting organizations…

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The Ceiling For 2024's QB Draft Class 1:14:16

5M ago1:14:16

1:14:16

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down how a slow start for Caleb Williams in Chicago may spur some coaching changes, why Drake Maye could be the pick that propels a team into the 'A' tier, why Bo Nix's large number of starts in college could help him transition into the league, whether Jayden Daniels playing style will work in the pros, and how muc…

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Denver's Awful Situation & More Free Agent Moves 35:18

6M ago35:18

35:18

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down the recent lackluster signings by the Carolina Panthers, the bleak future outlook of the Denver Broncos, and some more free agent signings by some playoff teams Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: www.futurefans.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b…

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Steelers QB Carousel & Free Agency Blunders 50:31

6M ago50:31

50:31

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down what led to the Steelers trading Kenny Pickett and acquiring Justin Fields from the Bears, the Cowboys not signing their key players to extensions, and how Conor's pre free agency predictions turned out Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: www.futurefans.com Advertising I…

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More Free Agency Moves & Cap Cuts 36:54

6M ago36:54

36:54

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down some more big free agency moves this week including the puzzling move by the Jaguars signing Gabe Davis to a three year deal, Calvin Ridley signing a big deal with the Titans, the Cowboys decision to not extend Dak Prescott's contract, why Kirk Cousins is a perfect bridge quarterback for the organizati…

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The Intersection of Art and Healing with Wendy Neuman & Stephanie Munn 37:46

6M ago37:46

37:46

In this episode, we sit down with Wendy Neuman and Stephanie Munn to discuss the importance of art in building and strengthening communities based on their personal experiences. Stephanie is the Director of the Ferguson Family YMCA in Candler, North Carolina, and Wendy is a photographer, fashion designer, volunteer, and marketing expert. In our con…

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Big Free Agency Moves (So Far) 1:03:21

6M ago1:03:21

1:03:21

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the biggest moves from the start of free agency including Kirk Cousins landing another big contract with the Falcons, why Russell Wilson signing with Pittsburgh may be the best move for both parties, the best landing spots for Justin Fields, how Saquon Barkley can restart his career with the Eagles, and more Ou…

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Russell Wilson Released & Big Cap Hits 44:23

6M ago44:23

44:23

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down the Broncos taking a historic dead cap hit after releasing Russell Wilson and where the veteran quarterback could end up next. We also look at the Bills releasing several big name players, why the Chiefs need to resign Chris Jones at all costs, and some other teams that need to make it under the cap Ou…

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Conor vs. Tampa Bay & Caleb Williams To Chicago 51:37

7M ago51:37

51:37

Conor Orr and Albert Breer remember the late Chris Mortensen and the recently retired Peter King and discuss the many ways they impacted sports journalism in their lengthy careers. We also get into the light ribbing Conor got from Buccaneers GM Jason Licht over his pre season prediction for the team last year before discussing if Caleb Williams to …

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Evaluating Draft Picks & Jimmy G's Future 1:02:48

7M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Conor Orr and Albert Breer go deeper into some of Albert's mailbag questions and discuss the good and bad ways potential draft picks are evaluated at the combine, who will actually be the number one pick in April, and if Jimmy Garoppolo could be finished in the NFL Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: www.fut…

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Super Bowl LVIII Recap 1:05:42

7M ago1:05:42

1:05:42

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down Super Bowl LVIII including what the team warmups told us about the game, the confusion over the overtime rules, the great play calling by Steve Spagnuolo, and what the Niners should do with their roster going forward Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: www.futurefans.com…

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An Artists' Journey through Artsville with Elizabeth Walton & Amy Massey 31:07

7M ago31:07

31:07

In this episode, we introduce two bright young artists, Elizabeth Walton and Amy Massey, who are making waves in Western North Carolina and beyond. Both Elizabeth and Amy recently graduated from Artsville’s First Virtual Gallery of Artists Cohort program, a digital and live marketing initiative designed to help artists succeed in the business of ar…

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Super Bowl LVIII Preview 39:10

7M ago39:10

39:10

Matt Verderame and Gilberton Manzano break down the keys to the game for the Chiefs and 49ers, what we can expect based on their recent play, and our pick for who will come out on top Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: www.futurefans.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:…

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Roger Goodell's Press Conference & The Turf vs. Grass Debate 46:52

8M ago46:52

46:52

Conor Orr and Albert Breer come to live from the Super Bowl media day in Vegas to break down what Roger Goodell was asked in his private press conference, why owners are pushing back on having real grass over turf in their stadiums, and some thoughts on the game on Sunday Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: …

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Niners vs. Chiefs & Ben Johnson Stays In Detroit 59:08

8M ago59:08

59:08

Conor Orr break discuss Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson deciding to stay in Detroit for another season instead of taking head coach position with another team, the increase in analytical coaching hires, and some leftover thoughts on the conference championship rounds Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great dea…

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Conference Championship Preview 49:41

8M ago49:41

49:41

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down some leftover notes and new coaching moves after the divisional rounds before previewing this weekends conference championship games Our Sponsors: * Check out Future Fans and use my code MMQB for a great deal: www.futurefans.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: htt…

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Divisional Round Breakdown 37:44

8M ago37:44

37:44

Conor Orr and Albert Breer get into the Tennessee Titans hiring Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan to be their new head coach before breaking down the Ravens finally made CJ Stroud look like a rookie, if the Bills should run it back with Sean McDermott, the Niners win over the Packers, and the Lions finally making it back to the conferenc…

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