Best Max Montes Podcasts (2024)

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76: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002) & Shakespeare in Love 1:28:51

35m ago1:28:51

1:28:51

We're back from our summer hiatus and ready to rock! Join us in a nice long episode where we dissect the costumes in The Count of Monte Cristo (2002 version) and Shakespeare in Love. Will we answer the questions, when was the Romantic era (don't Google it!!!)? Are peacock feathers unlucky? A third question? Find out by listening! Follow along with …

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Finals, Finals, Finals! 33:42

2M ago33:42

33:42

NHL & NBA & Roland Garros (semi) Finals previews + Champions League Finals Recap! Timestamps Approximate Dropping the Puck with Talkin Hockey (02:55) We preview the Edmonton Oilers Florida Panthers 2024 NHL Stanley Cup Finals match up. Discussing each teams path to get here and style of play, versus what style they've looked best at. As well as the…

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NBA Finals Loading/Roland Garros ATP Talk 39:40

2M ago39:40

39:40

The boys talk the Mavs 3-0 lead over the Timberwolves, Siakam offseason destinations, and Roland Garros ATP ft Rafal Nadal’s ever 4th loss at the Slam. Tipping Off in Bball Storylines (02:27) We talk the Dallas Mavericks 3-0 lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves, each win involving a mixture of clutch offensive production from Luka Doncic and Kyrie …

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NBA Round 2 Wrap Up 39:10

2M ago39:10

39:10

Recap of the ending of Round 2 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, the boys talk Nuggets Timberwolves game 7, Mavericks eliminating the Thunder, and Conference Final predictions as well as some Hockey and Tennis. Tipping off in BBall Storylines (05:15) we start off discussing The Minnesota Timberwolves Game 7 win over the defending Denver Nuggets. We argue w…

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Playoffs Round 2 39:28

3M ago39:28

39:28

Into the heart of the NHL/NBA Playoffs the boys use what they learned in round 1 to make their round 2 prediction Timestamps Approximate Dropping the puck Talkin' Hockey (05:21) we start with the age old rest vs rust debate for Stars vs Avalanche in a titanic match up, discuss the Canucks playstyle conundrum in their Western Canadian faceoff agains…

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75: Beetlejuice & Batman Returns 1:19:43

2M ago1:19:43

1:19:43

It's Tim Burton (and Michael Keaton!) month here on the Costume Plot, so join us as we gab all about two of Burton's early films, Beetlejuice and Batman Returns. Featuring latex, piping, and child brides! Follow along with the visual analysis via these links! Beetlejuice: Instagram, Pinterest Batman Returns: Instagram, Pinterest Questions? Comments…

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Playoffs Decided/Monte Carlo Recap 39:58

4M ago39:58

39:58

NBA Playoff and Play in Previews, NHL Playoff spot chase, Tsitsipas' third Monte Carlo title and more this pod. Timestamps Approximate Tipping Off in BBall Storylines (02:02) We talk whether the Knicks would prefer to see the 76ers or Heat, Cavaliers prove it or lose it status against the Magic, the Bucks chances without Giannis, in the East. In th…

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74: Once Upon a Time & Riverdale 1:17:29

3M ago1:17:29

1:17:29

Consider this your stop if you want to get on a soapbox about TV shows that started really good and then crashed and burned. Because we're getting into two episodes of a couple of shows that did exactly that--Once Upon a Time (episode 1x07) and Riverdale (episode 1x01). Get into it! Follow along with the visual analysis via these links! Once Upon a…

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March Madness/Betting Scandals/Miami Open/UFC Lawsuit Settlement 40:11

4M ago40:11

40:11

First half of March Madness, Jontay Porter and Shohei Ohtani betting scandals, ATP Miami Open, Toronto Maple Leafs check in and more this Pod! Tipping off in BBall Storylines (02:10) Owen recaps a chalk filled start to March Madness with most of the top seeds winning as projected. The boys transition (07:14) into the emerging allegations about the …

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73: The Princess Diaries & 27 Dresses 1:19:59

4M ago1:19:59

1:19:59

It's time for some fun chick flicks today! Join us as we get into the costumes in The Princess Diaries and 27 Dresses, discussing Harry Winston, Gone with the Wind, and of course, the many charms of James Marsden. Note: something that came up when Sarah looked for IG accounts to tag from these designers is that DeBora Rachelle was a huge name in pr…

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Brackets/#1 Race/Alcaraz's Revenge 34:04

5M ago34:04

34:04

March Madness Preview, NBA standings, Leafs talk, Indian Wells Recap and more this pod! Timestamps Approximate Tipping Off in BBall Storylines (01:44) Owen gives his thoughts on why the mens side is losing steam while the women's is peaking for the upcoming March Madness tournament. The boys then talk the 3 way race for first in the NBA Western Con…

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NHL Trade Deadline/Indian Wells 37:32

5M ago37:32

37:32

March 6th & 7th NHL Trade deadline action, Undeserved UFC Title shot, Around the NBA, Indian Wells preview and more this pod! Timestamps Approximate Talkin Hockey (05:10) To start the boys look around the NHL at the buyers and sellers this years trade deadline, focusing on the Golden Knights, Avalanche and Oilers. Also discussing (or pointedly not …

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72: Avatar: The Last Airbender with costume designer Farnaz Khaki-Sadigh 42:24

4M ago42:24

42:24

We're so excited to welcome back Farnaz Khaki-Sadigh, our first repeat guest! She's back to discuss her work on the new Netflix adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. We also get the chance to ask her what she values in her team, and what advice she'd give her younger self. Follow Farnaz on Instagram and her website! Follow along with the visual…

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Leafs Winning Streak (Idle Sports Watching Ramping Up) 39:26

5M ago39:26

39:26

Leafs 7 game win streak, Ortega's submission on Rodriguez, Mavericks, Raptors and Nuggets, WTA and ATP catch up and more this Pod! Timestamps Approximate Starting off Talkin' Hockey (01:40) The boys discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey night in Canada 4-3 comeback win over the Colorado Avalanche, chatting about the new lines, Bertuzzi's birthday …

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71: The Brothers Sun with costume designer Vera Chow 42:49

5M ago42:49

42:49

A bonus episode just for you! We're so excited to welcome costume designer Vera Chow to chat all about her work on Netflix's new show The Brothers Sun. We had a great time discussing not just the show, but fighting for AAPI justice, why jade is so important, and her a-ha moment at Cirque de Soleil. Follow Vera on her website and Instagram! Follow a…

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Volk Era Over, UFC 300/NBA All Star Improvements/Sinner Top 3/Doha WTA Final 40:09

5M ago40:09

40:09

Topuria KO's Volk, UFC 300 Preview, NBA All Star Break, ATP and WTA Recaps and Previews and more this pod! Combat Corner (03:20) discussion of the UFC 298 main event that saw Ilia Topuria become featherweight champion by knocking out Alexander Volkanovski. Touching on the importance of letting fighters with high finish rates and win streaks get cha…

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SuperBowl 2024 Recap 37:16

6M ago37:16

37:16

Super Bowl Recap, Tennis Recalibration, NBA Trade Regrets and more this pod! Timestamps Approximate Kicking off in Football Fancave (01:35) We talk the dynasty proving Super Bowl by the Kansas City Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes, analyzing the big kicks, big special teams moments, and big drives that shaped the overtime win. Also featuring obligatory h…

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Superbowl 2024 Preview 40:00

6M ago40:00

40:00

Superbowl preview coverage, belated Aus Open wrap up, NHL & NBA All star break talk and more this pod! Timestamps Approximate Kicking Off in Football Fancave (04:45) Owen gives his full preview for this years Superbowl featuring the Kansas City Chiefs vs the San Francisco 49ers: from the nuts, bolts, and tactics of the football matchup itself, to h…

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70: The Artful Dodger & Our Flag Means Death 1:10:37

5M ago1:10:37

1:10:37

Oh you wanted some period costumes? Well, here you GO! We decided to dive back into some TV shows this month with The Artful Dodger and Our Flag Means Death (episodes 1x03 and 1x04). Join us as we chat about plaid matching, the year 1717, and a few extra minutes at the end where we go on a tangent about Shadow & Bone! Follow along with the visual a…

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More NFL & Tennis Nerdery 39:40

6M ago39:40

39:40

NFL divisional playoff and Australian Open rd 2-4 recap. Plus Predictions for whats next to come and thoughts on the Pascal Siakam trade. Timestamps Approximate Kicking off in Football Fancave (02:17) Owen recaps the divisional round of the NFL Playoffs, talking the Baltimore Ravens halftime turnaround to stop the Texans in their tracks, the 49ers …

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NFL Wildcard/AUS Open Rd 1 36:06

7M ago36:06

36:06

Owen catches Max up on NFL Wildcard Weekend and Max talks the first two days of the Australian open. Plus a quick look around the NHL. Timestamps Approximate Kicking off with Football Fancave (02:05) Owen recaps the Houston Texans blowout win over the Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs stifling the Miami Dolphins in the blizzard, a Dallas Cowboys…

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Playoffs, Momentum, & Nylander 39:48

7M ago39:48

39:48

NFL Wildcard Weekend Preview, Recap of the first week of tennis in 2024, William Nylander's Contract, and Raptors Knicks early trade appraisal. Timestamps Approximate Kicking off in Football Fancave (02:53) Owen gives previews and predictions for all 6 NFL wildcard playoff match ups. Tennis Talk (15:33) see's Max recap all of the tennis that occure…

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69: Barbie & Babylon 1:06:17

7M ago1:06:17

1:06:17

Happy 2024! We're kicking off our year with coverage of 2 movies starring Margot Robbie, Barbie and Babylon. Listen in as we discuss stereotypical 20s looks, Chanel, and more! PSA: Sorry that Sarah's audio is a little quiet! Follow along with the visual analysis via these links! Barbie: Instagram, Pinterest Babylon: Instagram, Pinterest Questions? …

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NFL Winding Down Tennis Starting up 40:06

7M ago40:06

40:06

Welcome to 2024. 2nd Last week of the NFL regular season, the beginning of the 2024 tennis season, OG to the Knicks and more this pod! Timestamps Approximate: Kicking off in Football Fancave (02:51) Owen recaps the 17th week of the NFL, talking the playoff clinches from the Browns, 49ers, Ravens, Chiefs and Cowboys, as well as some important games …

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Bad UFC Title Matchmaking & Worse NBA Losing Streaks 39:56

8M ago39:56

39:56

NFL Week 15, UFC 296 Edwards vs Covington recaps, Spurs and Pistons losing streaks, and Toronto Maple Leaf Talk this week on the Pod Timestamps Approximate Kicking off in Football Fancave (03:35) Owen recaps week 15 of the NFL discussing the wins and losses that caused the playoff picture to become a bit more clear. Combat Corner (14:38) Max recaps…

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No Way Ohtani 30:32

8M ago30:32

30:32

NFL Week 14, Shohei fakes out Toronto, Leafs injuries, and NBA In season tournament recap this pod Kicking off in Football Fancave (01:38) Owen recaps week 14 in a parity filled NFL with a plethora of 6-7/7-6 records. Bit of Baseball (10:25). Rehashing a hectic week free agent week with a Friday Night Fakeout that saw all of Toronto cheer and then …

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68: Love Actually & Mean Girls 1:24:46

7M ago1:24:46

1:24:46

Lucky you, it's another episode for your ears! This week the theme is "mid-2000s-Christmas-adjacent" as we cover Love Actually and Mean Girls. Join us for a fun, tangent-filled discussion about hats at weddings, KNITWEAR, and what we wore in high school. Follow along with the visual analysis via these links! Love Actually : Instagram, Pinterest Mea…

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Who's Hot Who's Not 35:41

9M ago35:41

35:41

NFL Recap, ATP Finals, Canada the Tennis champs of the world, Around the NBA and more Timestamps Approximate Kicking off in Football Fancave (02:10) Owen talks the Denver Broncos back on life support in a very tight AFC Race. The Ravens losing their streak to the Browns, the 49ers regaining top team mojo, Texans underdog win against the Bengals, th…

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Regular Season Catch Up 40:20

9M ago40:20

40:20

Owen catches Max up on Week 9 of the NFL, a tough Leafs swing, and the first 6 games of the NBA Regular Season. Kicking Off in Football Fancave (01:29) Owen recaps an oversea's statement victory by the Kansas City Chiefs over the Miami Dolphins. Also talking the Baltimore Ravens surge, and their tough AFC north division, the rough prediciment the B…

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67: Gilmore Girls #1.1 & Good Omens #1.1 1:05:24

9M ago1:05:24

1:05:24

We decided to go for some TV shows this month, but we picked 2 very different shows... what else is new? Join us as we dissect the costumes in the pilots for Gilmore Girls and Good Omens. We chat about Delia's, cheap looking Biblical costumes, and so much more. Follow along with the visual analysis via these links! Gilmore Girls: Instagram, Pintere…

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Quality Sports Content 39:55

10M ago39:55

39:55

NFL Recap, UFC USADA McGregor News, Bedard and Wembenyama drop in hot ATP Finals race and more this pod! Timestamps Approximate Kicking off in Football Fancave (01:48) Owen recaps gamblers nightmare week 6 of NFL action that saw favourites 49ers and Eagles lose unexpectedly along with some scary moments for the Dolphins and a potential season endin…

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NHL 2023 Season Kick Off 39:45

10M ago39:45

39:45

Hockey is Back! The boys give their thoughts and perspective on the upcoming season, plus NFL and ATP talk. Timestamps Approximate Dropping the Puck Talkin' Hockey (02:15) We set our expectation for the Toronto Maple Leafs season, and discuss division rivals Bruins and Panthers. Also discuss the Karlsson addition for the Penguins, and give our thou…

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66: Hook & Scream 1:03:52

9M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

A very happy spooky season to you and yours! In this episode, we picked a couple of 90s films that have a bit of an autumnal vibe, Hook and the original Scream. Join us as we discuss Edvard Munch, 80s lamé, and so much more. Nylon interview with Cynthia Bergstrom Follow along with the visual analysis via these links! Hook: Instagram, Pinterest Scre…

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Holiday in Boston 33:59

10M ago33:59

33:59

Celtics trade for Holiday, NFL Week 4, Beddard preseason hype and more this pod! Timestamps Approximate Tipping off with BBall Storylines (03:20) We talk about the Boston Celtics acquisition of Jrue Holiday, covering the new starting 5 for the Portland Trailblazers, Holiday vs Smart comparisons, and are the Celtics the favourites now? in Football F…

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Dame to Bucks: Blockbuster trade 29:12

10M ago29:12

29:12

Damian Lilliard has been traded to the Milwaukee Bucks! The boys react and discuss. Plus NFL Week 3, ATP Asian swing and more! Timestamps Approximate Beginning with the breaking news in BBall Storylines (01:35) Damian Lilliard has been traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, in a 3 team trade with the Phoenix Suns that also see's Deandre Ayton join the Trai…

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65: Painkiller with costume designer Avery Plewes 48:07

10M ago48:07

48:07

On today's bonus episode, we have costume designer Avery Plewes on the show to chat all about her work on Netflix's new show Painkiller. We had a great conversation, ranging in topic from 2000s era fashion, the challenges of filming, and Avery's start in costuming. Follow Avery: Instagram Website Follow along with the visual analysis via these link…

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Buh Bye Babcock 39:03

11M ago39:03

39:03

Mike Babcock's quickest coaching tenure, NFL Week 2 Recap, and Grasso Shevchenko fight analysis this pod! Timestamps Approximate STorTS before Sports (02:15) Talkin' Hockey (05:48) Owen recaps the chain of events that led to Mike Babcock resigning from the head coaching position of the Columbus Blue Jackets before coaching a single regular season g…

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We're Back! Sports... never left 39:35

11M ago39:35

39:35

US Open ATP Finals, FIBA World cup results, NFL Week 1 Recap, and Strickland's masterclass against Adesanya this pod. Timestamps Approximate: We begin with Tennis Talk (01:55) Max talks the draw results that led to a finals between Djokovic and Medvedev, and the different phases of play through that final. Some of which were incredibly tense and cl…

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64: Burlesque & The Greatest Showman 1:06:22

11M ago1:06:22

1:06:22

It's movie musicals day as we tackle a couple of Big Costume movies, Burlesque and The Greatest Showman. Join us as we go over Cabaret references, PT Barnum being a scumbag, and so much more. Follow along with the visual analysis via these links! Burlesque: Instagram, Pinterest The Greatest Showman: Instagram, Pinterest Questions? Comments? Suggest…

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63: Twisted Metal with costume designer Liz Vastola 50:52

11M ago50:52

50:52

We've got an amazing bonus episode for you this month, a joyful and entertaining interview with costume designer Liz Vastola. She's here to chat all about her work on Peacock's new show Twisted Metal, as well as her career up to this point and how she got here. Follow Liz: portfolio site, Instagram Follow along with the visual analysis via these li…

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End of News in Canada + some Sports Stuff 39:54

12M ago39:54

39:54

Our longest “Stupidly Terrible or Terribly Stupid” segment ever on Bill C-18, the National Bank Open Day 3 updates, Basketball Storylines, and the Penguins get Karlsson this pod Timestamps Approximate This week in STorTS (01:30) the boys discuss Meta beginning to end news being available on it’s products in Canada, and Bill C-18 the cause. Tennis T…

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62: Tetris & That Thing You Do! 1:00:22

12M ago1:00:22

1:00:22

The theme is loose (menswear?) this week as we cover 2 movies that we just felt like covering! Join us in dissecting Tetris and That Thing You Do!, diving into the sludgy colors of Russia, interesting ties, and pooping your pants in costume??? Follow along with the visual analysis via these links! Tetris: Instagram, Pinterest That Thing You Do!: In…

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Sporadic Summer Sports 39:37

1y ago39:37

39:37

Toronto Rush Autopsy, Covid Lab Leak Plausibility Conspiracy, FIBA, FIFA, Terrence "Bud" Crawford and more this pod Timestamps Approximate: STorTS before Sports (02:54) This week Max tells Owen about a group of scientists that publicly set the tone on discussion for Covid's origins, while privately having a very different discussion BBall Storyline…

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Cocaine Sharks & Machine Gun Sport Takes: WNBA Superteams to Gaethje Poirier 2 39:28

1y ago39:28

39:28

Lots of sports news including the Mbappe contract, Brown Celtics extension, Bergron retirement and Gaethje Poirier 2 preview. Plus coverage of Discovery's Cocaine Shark segment Timestamps Approximate: STorTS (01:35) This week Max explains the phenomenon known as Cocaine Sharks that featured in Discovery's shark week BBall Storylines (10:35) we disc…

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Wimbledon Finals Recap 39:44

1y ago39:44

39:44

Wimbledon Finals Recap & Aftermath The Alcaraz and Vondroušová’s Wimbledon finals wins, Summer League championships, Messi to Miami, Fury vs Ngannou and more this pod. Sports after STorTS Timestamps Approximate Tennis Talk (07:24) headling the pod today Max tells Owen about the Wimbledon Final between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz that saw the …

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61: The SpongeBob Musical & Diana: The Musical 59:23

1y ago59:23

59:23

We're back and ready to get into some more theatre! Today we're covering two Broadway musicals available on streaming services: The SpongeBob Musical and Diana: The Musical. Join us as we explore 99 cent store explosions, trick wedding dresses, and more. Follow along with the visual analysis via these links! The SpongeBob Musical : Instagram, Pinte…

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Wimbledon Semis/NBA Cup structure and incentives 38:49

1y ago38:49

38:49

The Wimbledon semi final match ups have been set, Max gives his observations, analysis and predictions, plus the boys get into all the new information regarding the NBA mid season tournament Timestamps Approximate STorTS (02:59) Max introduces Owen to Rand Paul and plays a clip of him talking about NCAA antitrust at the PGA LIV Golf merger anti tru…

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Free Agent Frenzy 1:00:24

1y ago1:00:24

1:00:24

NBA & NHL Free Agency has arrived! Recaps and analysis of the most active teams through the first few days of free agency. Plus Wimbledon 3 days in: Rain, stuffy traditionalists and Djokovic. Timestamps Approximate Tipping off in BBall Storylines (01:47) We try a new game format to cover free agency, drafting our top 4 biggest winners and losers in…

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Summer Sports and STorTS 40:03

1y ago40:03

40:03

Swastika censorship, Suns trading Paul for Beal, NBA draft night, ATP Grass season and more this pod! Sports after STorTS (02:50), Max tells Owen about disturbing censorship of Roger Waters, Cj Hopkins and Maus. Majority of the show in BBall Storylines (12:19) leads with the news that Chris Paul and Bradley Beal will be swapped between the Phoenix …

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The Champs Are Here (2023) 39:29

1y ago39:29

39:29

Analysis and Discussion of the Denver Nuggets, Novak Djokovic, and the Vegas Golden Knights, big wins this past week. Timestamps Approximate: We tip off in BBall Storylines (01:38) Discussing Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets close out of the Miami Heat in 5 games to become this years NBA Champions. We discuss the dogfight of a 5th game, the uphi…

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