Best Paname Podcasts (2024)

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Sometimes More Is More- Part Two of PanAm 1:02:36

2d ago1:02:36

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome Back! This week we are going deeper on Pan Am. We talk about their success after the introduction of Jetliners and talk about Juan Trippe's Hand in the American Supersonic Jet program and the development of the Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet. Then We start getting into the three key components to their eventual failure. Politi…

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Ep. 29 - Olympics Usually Suck...Nat. Champs in Alabama? Steel XC bikes? 44:52

5d ago44:52

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A nice tidy episode, including several interesting things about the upcoming Olympic mtb races, expensive brake pads, old bmx bikes, GCN paid subscriptions, mobile data centers for bike racing?By John V

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Fat Shaming Aircrafts- Part One of PanAm 1:08:24

9d ago1:08:24

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Send us a Text Message. This week we are going back in time AND up into the skies with our new series on the Pan American World Airways Company. Pan am was an Airline Goliath but now it's long gone. In this series we will be talking about their meteoric rise followed by their slow decline into bankruptcy. This week we are focusing on the founder Ju…

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Ep. 28 - A long one! Lots of cool product news, several NOTS, and PFP is a goner officially. 47:09

13d ago47:09

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Man, lots and lots have happened since the last episode. Sram updates, a "future of xc" type bike from Viral, Stan's wheels have fallen, mud tires, and 3D printed stuff for your body...and some tidbits and a short racing update. Worth a listen!By John V

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I Only See We- Part Four of WeWork 1:21:05

17d ago1:21:05

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Send us a Text Message. Finally! FINALLY! The investors have started to realize that WeWork is a financial Black Hole and maybe they should stop giving them money. All of WeWorks life rafts abandon them and they are forced to finally turn to public investments. We learn about their last minute delusional attempt to produce an IPO called Project Win…

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Jail From The Future- Part Three of WeWork 1:15:49

24d ago1:15:49

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Send us a Text Message. We are now to the point in our story where WeWork has more money than they know what to do with and their main investor is advising Adam Neuman to be even Crazier! And he absolutely delivers! The company slowly goes more and more off the rails, using their vast amounts of money to completely crush any competition and making …

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Profitless Prosperity- Part Two of WeWork 1:20:29

1M ago1:20:29

1:20:29

Send us a Text Message. We are back this week with the insane rise of Adam Neumann and the WeWork company! They are taking on more and more investors making it all the way up to a 16 Billion dollar evaluation. But they are burning through their cash as fast as they can raise it. They quickly expand into a bunch of new cities and then begin expandin…

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Creepy Crawlers- Part One of WeWork 1:13:18

1M ago1:13:18

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Send us a Text Message. This week we are getting into WeWork, a company that was meant to change the world but was really just renting office space and creating a new and fun way to spend ALOT someone elses money. We talk about founders Adam Neumann, Rebekah Newmann, and Miguel McKelvey. Starting with their backgrounds and then getting into the beg…

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Super Consensual Kidneys- Part Four of The Silk Road 1:19:33

2M ago1:19:33

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Send us a Text Message. This is the thrilling finale to The silk road and the Hunt for Ross Ulbrict. We focus a lot this episode on the various law enforcement personalities and the breadcrumbs that Ross unknowingly left behind that eventually lead to his arrest. Carl is still out here Carling harder than ever developing even more alter egos and br…

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Talk Hockey Radio: Episode 24 - The One where Taff is missing again and the boys run a mock as usual... 46:19

2M ago46:19

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Taff is missing and the boys run a mock as usual... as the saying goes when the cats away... Some great topics discussed this month with little hockey going in the UK, the boys talk about transfers and retirements that have been announced recently... and the is it a flick or isn't it debate... Please support our podcast by donating to our fundraise…

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Ep. 27 - King hubs no longer Kings? Shimano Electronic Brakes? Dean, Valves, ti cranks? PanAm Champs... 28:52

2M ago28:52

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Tons of little gear news I find interesting, including EEWings finishes, chain guides, Stans with new tweaks, some old school news from Dean and Brodie, Shimano patents go crazy, and tons more...By John V

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Carl and Ross Best Friend Slumber Party-Part Three of The Silk Road 1:15:53

2M ago1:15:53

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Send us a Text Message. This episode was a lot of fun to record. Carl is BACK Baby! And he is off the rails! The lines between under cover friendship and real friendship start to blur for Ross and Carl. And Carl gets into some very fun mischief. Ross begins taking a much darker turn. He oks some very ethically dubious new items to be sold on the we…

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Get Back to Fudging Work!-Part Two of The Silk Road 1:04:30

2M ago1:04:30

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Send us a Text Message. We are back with the Silk Road and our old pal Ross! He has taken up the moniker The Dread Pirate Roberts and he has started forming a crew of dark web hackers and drug dealers to help run his website. This week we add a few new colorful characters to the story. Carl Force is an erratic DEA agent assigned to the case that lo…

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He Has A Passion!- Part One of the Silk Road 59:57

2M ago59:57

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we are going deep into some internet nonsense and talking about the Amazon of illegal Drugs. It was a website called Silk Road! The internet's favorite way to buy drugs on the internet one pill at a time! We talk about founder Ross Ulbricht and his libertarian beliefs that allowed him to make billions of doll…

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Sneaky Hidey Law Nonsense- Part Five of the Sackler Family 1:07:43

3M ago1:07:43

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Send us a Text Message. This week we are wrapping up the Sacklers. This ep has plenty of righteous indignation as well as we learn about how the family used their money and influence to avoid any true punishment. But we also learn about how the Art world turned its back on the Sacklers even after they spent so much money trying to buy its friendshi…

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Ep. 26 - MASSIVE xc product blast, new tires galore, crazy chainrings, and the US is back!!! 44:00

3M ago44:00

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What can be said, the U.S. riders absolutely killed it in Brazil. 4 women in the top 10? Winning the mens elite? dominating U23? Really? Amazing work, and it happens again tomorrow in Brazil. And there are so many new tires announced for XC racing, and Time pedals, and Fox's crazy arch, and insanely high tech chainrings, what can I say. This is a b…

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Human Crutches- Part Four of the Sackler Family 1:04:53

3M ago1:04:53

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we start talking about the court cases and all of the shady dealing that follows. All of the Sacklers are moving out of leadership positions in order to shield themselves from the inevitable blow back. And while the Epidemic is growing exponentially, Purdue Pharma is working to tweak the recipe of Oxy to rene…

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Talk Hockey Radio: Episode 23 - The One where we talk about umpires their positioning and do the rules need to be changed? 1:21:57

3M ago1:21:57

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We talk about umpire positioning and do the rules need to be changed on how the umpire is seen in a game, especially if it hits them and advantage is taken by the attacking team! We also discuss some retirements from hockey. Please support our podcast by donating to our fundraiser you can find the link on our Instagram, Twitter and Facebook social …

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Dirty Curty and the Scapegoats- Part Three of the Sackler Family 1:17:47

3M ago1:17:47

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Send us a Text Message. Today we are really digging into the rise of Oxycontin. We discuss the army of marketers and entire economy that built up around selling as many of these pain pills as possible to consumers without any regard for public safety. We also talk about how much and how early the Sackler Family and Perdue Pharma knew about the addi…

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Ep. 25 - Epic 8, US XC racing confusion, BATTERIES!, Cape Epic kinda boring... 47:14

3M ago47:14

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Got a long one for you here, first we talk Thomus bikes in the USA, then lots of geat stuff including how all XC race bikes look the same, Trek chopping skus, serious battery charging from Trek and Sram, the new Epic 8 might be my perfect XC bike, Flight Attendant rules, bigger rotors, the extremely confusing US Pro series, and USAC Mountain Bike S…

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Moon Germ Mouthwash - Part Two of the Sackler Family 1:20:11

3M ago1:20:11

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we follow Aurthur Sackler in his quest to earn class through the purchase of art and museum exhibits. Spoiler alert it doesn't work that well and he leaves a couple failed marriages and disappointed children in his wake. We also start talking about the second generation taking power inside the family company …

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Both Chutes AND Ladders- Part One of the Sackler Family 1:17:18

3M ago1:17:18

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Send us a Text Message. This week we are starting a Big one. Is finally time for us to talk about The Sackler Family. Emily takes us through the older generation of the Sacklers who built the machine that would later be used to create a nation wide Opioid Epidemic. Arthur Sackler was the man that developed the monster that is modern Pharmaceutical …

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Spooning For Peace- Part Four of the Oneida Community 54:15

4M ago54:15

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Send us a Text Message. This week we are wrapping up Spoons and the Oneida Community. We talk about Pierreponts suprisingly progressive labor policys followed by his radically traditional views on gender rolls. We also once again are talking about Eugenics.... and then we follow the company all the way up until its bankrupcy in 2006. Hope you Enjoy…

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Talk Hockey Radio: Episode 22 - The One where we predict the Olympic standings and also the lack of indoor hockey in the UK 1:00:31

4M ago1:00:31

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We talk about the Olympic predictions, the lack of indoor hockey in the UK over the winter break and the national league structure... Please support our podcast by donating to our fundraiser you can find the link on our Instagram, Twitter and Facebook social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for future podcasts, we would lov…

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Ouija Board Meetings- Part Three of the Oneida Community 52:31

4M ago52:31

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we wrap up the end to Old John Humphreys communist sex cult and follow the transition of the community back into a purely capitalist group. And how even after John's death, his ghost helps lead the community through periodic Boardroom seances. Then we are FINALLY talking about Spoons! I hope y'all are excite…

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Couple To Throuple- Part Two of the Oneida Community 52:07

4M ago52:07

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Send us a Text Message. This week we really get into life on the commune with John Humphrey and his followers at the Oneida Community. The comune is growing. They are Industrializing and the sex stuff gets even weirder. Also Emily gives you her simple step by step plan on how to create a cult...but dont create a cult please! Sources: “Oneida: From …

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Artists' Wives 15:13

4M ago15:13

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Stretched at full length, on the great divan of a studio, cigar in mouth, two friends—a poet and a painter—were talking together one evening after dinner... what follows are a series of short stories which might make you think twice about marriage. My favourite is 'Fragment of a woman's letter found in the rue Notre-Dame-des-Champs' Read the full t…

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Silverware Sex Cult- Part One of the Oneida Community 56:50

4M ago56:50

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Send us a Text Message. This week we begin discussing the fascinating Oneida Community.Oneida Community Limited becomes one of the largest silverware manufacturers in the United States. But this episode we discuss its humble beginnings as an 1800s communist sex cult in upstate New York! Sources: “Oneida: From Free Love Utopia to the Well Set Table"…

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Ep. 24 - GT bikes back in XC? Grotts is back? Shimano/Fox going down, Time XC Pedals! 36:48

4M ago36:48

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Exciting racing pre-World Cup, Spain, Puerto Rico, and the US riders are doing fantastic. We go over some industry news, not all doom and gloom. Cape Epic talk is starting to ramp up. Enough to keep you occupied I think...and another update on the YouTube channel progress.By John V

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No New Friends - The W.A. and Huguette Clark Story Part Three 1:33:36

5M ago1:33:36

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Send us a Text Message. This week we are digging deeper into the Clark Family! We're going to wrap up Huguette's life, all her extravagant gifts, the wealthiest nurse of all time, and the fight over the estate. Sources: Empty Mansions: The Mysterious Life of Huguette Clark and the Spending of a Great American Fortune by Bill Dedman and Paul Clark N…

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The Pox 21:20

5M ago21:20

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Spend a night with Venus and the rest of your life with Mercury... have a look inside the museum here Follow me on instagram or go to my website for sources and pictures. Support the show on Patreon or leave a review or tell a friend, it makes my day and helps people find the show. or you can make a one off donation on PayPal Artwork Double Merrick…

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Organs In The Swamp- The W.A and Hugette Clark Part Two 1:09:45

5M ago1:09:45

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Send us a Text Message. This week we are digging deeper into the Clark Family. We talk about W. A.'s short lived Political career, some spicy inheritance nonsense, and Hugettes complicated love life. Enjoy! Sources: Empty Mansions: The Mysterious Life of Huguette Clark and the Spending of a Great American Fortune by Bill Dedman and Paul Clark Newel…

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EP. 23 - Race Season Starts Now! Is Peter Sagan already done? TRP Drivetrain...and way more 43:48

5M ago43:48

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Lots more actually, XCM schedule released, the new NORBA XC races in the USA, Zipp and Hayes wheels on the move, TRP drivetrain the new hot ticket? Imagine never having to bed your new disc brakes in, or bleed your brakes? Let a robot do it! Zwift on Vision Pro makes me SICK, literally...By John V

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Talk Hockey Radio: Episode 21 - The One where one of the hosts was right and the banter was great too... 36:16

5M ago36:16

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Well nothing much to say on this one... really check out which host was right about what... We do talk about other stuff too. Please support our podcast by donating to our fundraiser you can find the link on our Instagram, Twitter and Facebook social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for future podcasts, we would love to hea…

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Short Copper Bachelor King- The W.A and Hugette Clark Part One 1:20:31

5M ago1:20:31

1:20:31

Send us a Text Message. We're diving into the the family of W.A. Clark and his recluse daughter Hugette. How he made his money in the mines and his best attempts to join society. Sources: Empty Mansions: The Mysterious Life of Huguette Clark and the Spending of a Great American Fortune by Bill Dedman and Paul Clark Newell Jr Follow the podcast @yee…

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Beanie Baby Retirement Party- Beanie Babies Part Three 1:21:00

5M ago1:21:00

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Send us a Text Message. We are finishing up the Beanie Baby saga this week! Learn about how Ty's relationships ended up, the creation of the website, the retirement of so many beanies, the burst of the bubble! Sources: The Great Beanie Baby Bubble: Mass Delusion and the Dark Side of Cute by Zach Bissonnette The Beanie Bubble- Apple TV Beanie Mania-…

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Talk Hockey Radio: The Special One - The Olympic Qualifiers 52:14

6M ago52:14

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This Special Episode: Hosted by Simon and Fraser, the guys talk about their predictions on the Olympic qualifiers and how they did and also the controversy that surrounded the 12 players on the pitch in the GB women's game. They also give an insight on their thoughts for who will be the top 3 teams at the Olympics this summer. Please support our po…

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The Beckys and the Babies - Beanie Babies Part Two 1:03:37

6M ago1:03:37

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Send us a Text Message. This week is part two of the Beanie Baby saga and we're getting into lighting design, the band of the Beckys, and the Beanie shredder! Sources: The Great Beanie Baby Bubble: Mass Delusion and the Dark Side of Cute by Zach Bissonnette The Beanie Bubble- Apple TV Beanie Mania- HBO Follow the podcast @yeettherichpod Follow Emil…

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Ep. 22 - I have HATE in my heart, Don Myrah?, $150K race? 46:58

6M ago46:58

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One new mtb trend I absolutely hate with a passion, revealed. And, XC racers killing it at the CX champs, Mechanical drivetrain on the comeback? And much, much more. Plus a special announcement at the end on Short Travel's future plans.By John V

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Fluffing the Plushes and Combing the Cats- The Beanie Babies Stories Part One 58:39

6M ago58:39

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Send us a Text Message. This week we get into the Beanie Baby craze and Ty Warner and his journey through the world of plush. Sources: The Great Beanie Baby Bubble: Mass Delusion and the Dark Side of Cute by Zach Bissonnette The Beanie Bubble- Apple TV Follow the podcast @yeettherichpod Follow Emily @thefunnywalsh Follow Danny @dmoss315 And please …

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Talk Hockey Radio: Episode 20 - The One where we talk about the Paris Olympic Qualifiers and our predictions on who will get through... 54:54

6M ago54:54

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We give our lowdown on The Paris Olympic qualifiers, our predictions on who will get through, although we didn't all agree on some of them... and we also have a discussion about the FIGJAM again... Please support our podcast by donating to our fundraiser you can find the link on our Instagram, Twitter and Facebook social media platforms. If you hav…

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The Syndi-Kids and Bad Grownups Uber Part Four 1:00:54

6M ago1:00:54

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Send us a Text Message. We are wrapping up the Uber series this week! We'll find out how Travis finally left the company and where all the players in the game have ended up. Follow the podcast: @yeetttherichpod Follow Emily: @thefunnywalsh Follow Danny: @dmoss315 Sources: Super Pumped- The Battle for Uber by Mike Isaac Whistle Blower by Susan Fowle…

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Performance & Wellbeing: Crafting Goals 27:36

6M ago27:36

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Goal download: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/qo1p30mh4idary7yjjyzr/IronMVMNT-goals.pdf?rlkey=z0pq575odainsjuozutth5e43&dl=0 Want to get virtual nutrition coaching? Get started at https://ironmvmnt.com/coaching/ Follow us on IG @IronMVMNT. Send emails, questions, and topic ideas/requests to Coach@IronMVMNT.com…

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Ep. 21 - Luca Rules!, my 3 favorite bike purchases of 23, zwift? other options? 45:12

6M ago45:12

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Well, 2024 is off and running. We start with a ramble about ditching Zwift for some othe platforms, MyWoosh being free, was considered, but is it worth a switch? Luca Swarzpower reups with Canyon, a killer carbon chainring worth considering, the Canyon Lux is finally in stock, and some CX talk.By John V

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Delacroix Angels 24:38

6M ago24:38

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In part two on Eugène Delacroix let's discover some of his work, for free, in a walking tour of 3 churches of Paris: Saint Paul Saint Louis, Saint Denys du Saint Sacrement both in the 3rd and Saint Sulpice in the 6th and I try to understand the story of Jacob wrestling an Angel. Follow me on instagram or go to my website for sources and pictures. S…

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Balling Too Close to the Sun- Uber Part Three 1:06:51

6M ago1:06:51

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Send us a Text Message. This week we talk about the beginning of the end for Travis at Uber. A jam packed six months full of sexual misconduct allegations, failed self driving car tests, and a series of news articles revealing Ubers habit of using their tech to infringe on riders privacy. Enjoy! Sources this week: Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber …

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Ep. 20 - GCN+ Goodbye...Pidcock rules, free bikes, did I mention GCN+ dying sucks? 42:04

7M ago42:04

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GCN+ Goodbye...Pidcock rules, free bikes, did I mention GCN+ dying sucks?By John V

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