Best Ryan Swanson Podcasts (2024)

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EPISODE 355: JOURNEY INTO THE SHIMMER (ANNIHILATION 2018 Film Review) 1:01:48

4h ago1:01:48

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Join us as we drop back into the swing of things with a quick review for 2018’s ‘ANNIHILATION’. We have now began our decent into the Summer of Sci-fi, stay tuned for our next review where we discuss, ‘THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK.’ Segment arrangements by: Admiral Atlas. Mixed & edited by: Wesley Swanson.…

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Tom Hoffarth-Perfect Eloquence An Appreciation of Vin Scully 22:09

1h ago22:09

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When Vin Scully passed away in 2022, the city of Los Angeles lost its soundtrack. If you were able to deliver a eulogy for him, what might it include? What impact did he have on you? What do you carry forward from his legacy? Sixty-seven essayists—one representing each season of his career calling games for the Los Angeles Dodgers, from 1950 throug…

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Ep. 51 - Walmart's Evolutionary Saga Told by Insider John Reeves 41:16

4d ago41:16

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Send us a Text Message. Step into the world of retail mastery as John Reeves, former Walmart executive and president of consulting firm JOHA, joins Andy to map out his 22-year journey with a corporate giant. The two reminisce about the glory days of Walmart as they share tales of sales promotions, menswear buying, and the global expansion that took…

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Dan Hampton- Vanishing Act -The Enduring Mystery Behind the Legendary Doolittle Raid over Tokyo 13:33

4d ago13:33

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In the dark days after the devastating Pearl Harbor attacks during the spring of 1942, the United States was determined to show the world that the Axis was notinvincible. Their bold plan? Bomb Tokyo. On April 18, 1942, sixteen B-25s, known as the Doolittle Raiders, hit targets across Japan before escaping to China. The eighth plane, however, did no…

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Larry Tye- The Jazzmen 17:21

7d ago17:21

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From the New York Times bestselling author of Satchel and Bobby Kennedy, a sweeping and spellbinding portrait of the longtime kings of jazz—Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, and Count Basie—who, born within a few years of one another, overcame racist exclusion and violence to become the most popular entertainers on the planet. Larry Tye is the New Y…

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David G Swanson- Air-Conditioned Bus Tours 17:55

10d ago17:55

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Who doesn’t like vacations with ultimate relaxation preferences? The type of vacation a person takes depends upon individual desires. Most folks like to be wined-n-dined and pampered as if they’ve snuck into the 1/10 of 1% demographic. A few eccentrics prefer different vacations. Developing the ability to ignore inconveniences that’s like a gym rat…

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Ep. 50 - Transforming Retail: Walmart’s Path to Success with Kim Souza 32:49

11d ago32:49

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Send us a Text Message. Discover the secrets behind Walmart's continued success and innovation with seasoned journalist and senior analyst Kim Souza on this episode of "Doing Business in Bentonville." From the cultural significance of Walmart's shareholders and associates event to the visionary leadership of CEO Doug McMillon, Kim provides an insid…

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Ryan Steck-Out For Blood 21:03

12d ago21:03

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Winters in Montana can be deadly, but it wasn’t the cold that was killing Matthew Redd . . . Gavin Kline, executive assistant director of the FBI’s Intelligence Directorate, is escorting a high-value prisoner with the intel to bring down a global conspiracy when their plane comes under attack. In the aftermath, muchof Kline’s team is dead, but he r…

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Jerry Grillo- Big Cat: The Life of Baseball Hall of Famer Johnny Mize 16:44

14d ago16:44

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Johnny Mize was one of the greatest hitters in baseball’s golden age of great hitters. Born and raised in tiny Demorest, Georgia, in the northeast Georgia mountains, Mize emerged from the heart of Dixie as a Bunyonesque slugger, a quiet but sharp‑witted man from a broken home who became a professional player at seventeen, embarking on an extended t…

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Ep. 49 - From Military Precision to Retail Innovation with JD Hayes 29:56

18d ago29:56

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Send us a Text Message. From the disciplined cadence of military life to the dynamic pulse of the retail world, JD Hayes of the Traverse Group exemplifies transformation. His story, woven from the thread of his grandfather's dealings with a pre-Walmart Sam Walton, is a tapestry of enterprise and ambition. Join Andy Wilson as JD, in a tale that coul…

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Ace Atkins- Don't Let The Devil Ride 17:49

19d ago17:49

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New York Times bestselling author Ace Atkins enters new literary territory with DON’T LET THE DEVIL RIDE, a captivating new novel that finds a woman uncovering deadly secrets about her husband after he disappears. Atkins has penned an elevated thriller that tackles difficult themes while also delivering a totally entertaining story. How well do we …

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Randy Wayne White -One Deadly Eye 23:46

20d ago23:46

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Randy Wayne White is the bestselling and award-winning author of the prolific and longstanding Doc Ford series. In 2022, Randy endured Hurricane Ian on Sanibel Island in Florida, which caused historic damage, destroying houses and knocking out the only bridge to the island. Randy stayed on the island through the storm, unreachable for a tenuous per…

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Kimberly Belle- The Paris Widow 16:03

22d ago16:03

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Seemingly perfect couples running from their pasts and hiding dark secrets that eventually catch up with them are the specialty of USA Today and internationally bestselling author Kimberly Belle. In her latest novel of suspense, The Paris Widow (Park Row Books), Belle draws us into the intrigue, outrage, and rapidly mounting danger surrounding what…

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The Importance of Training and Development for Career Advancement in the Packaging Industry 54:23

23d ago54:23

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By The Packaging Paradigm Podcast

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Hart Hanson- The Seminarian 16:36

25d ago16:36

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Xavier “Priest” Priestly is a snarky former seminarian turned private investigator. Dusty Queen is a hard-as-nails professional stuntwoman and freelance bodyguard. When Dusty’s girlfriend suddenly disappears, a woman in a strange blue wig tries to assassinate Priest, and a twelve-year-old boy shows up claiming to be his son, the two friends are thr…

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Ep. 48 - Beards, Business, and Breakthroughs: Disrupting Logistics with Spencer Ware and Repower 41:00

27d ago41:00

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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how a full beard might correlate with business savvy? Laugh along with Josh Saffran and Harvey Williams, as they kick off the latest Business Accelerator Podcast episode with some light-hearted banter with Spencer Ware. What starts with playful beard envy soon transitions into an exploration of Bentonville's ro…

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Johnnie Williams- GOD That’s F**cked Up – The Story of my Life from a Seated Perspective 10:18

26d ago10:18

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In life, the choices we make determine our levels of success or regret. Ultra successful people (the superrich) rarely take a look back at the lessons of the past. That privilege is often reserved for the regretful, and whether we show it or not, many of us have our secret regrets. What if you realized that you were a regretful success? But that d…

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EPISODE 354: GASOLINE DREAMS (Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior 81’ Film Review) 1:44:12

27d ago1:44:12

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In this episode we sat down with local projectionist, Mr. Chris Pawlak. Join us as we revisit and discuss everything about 1981’s ‘MAD MAX 2: THE ROAD WARRIOR’. We also have tons of news bits and weekly recommendations for everyone to check out; and stay tuned for our next episode where we will review 2018’s ‘ANNIHILATION.’ Segment arrangements by:…

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Ep. 47 - Exploring the Intersection of Gaming, Branding, and Culture with Joel Ponce 32:51

1M ago32:51

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Send us a Text Message. Embark on a transformative journey through the digital landscape where gaming, branding, and culture collide, as Andy Wilson sits down with the innovative mind of Joel Ponce, CEO of Hashku. Joel and Andy chart the course of gaming's meteoric rise to the pinnacle of media, rivaling the giants of traditional sports viewership,…

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Albert Fish- The Most Depraved American Criminal (Part 2) 22:50

1M ago22:50

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Part two of the podcast on the most depraved criminal in American history.

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Keith O'Brien- Charlie Hustle 13:17

1M ago13:17

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Keith O’Brien’s CHARLIE HUSTLE is the definitive story of Pete Rose's rise and fall, built with the help of federal court documents never utilized before, interviews with three former associates who placed Pete's bets on baseball, 27 hours of interviews with Pete himself, and over 150 hours of interviews in all. It is the story unlike it's ever bee…

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Mindy Friddle-Her Best Self 18:21

1M ago18:21

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Janelle Wolf longs to be the woman she once was, an adored wife, a loving mother, a career woman, a force in her community—before a mysterious car accident stole her memories, ruined her reputation, and upended her life. These days, her troubled family needs that capable woman from the past, the one she calls “Janelle Before.” Enter Lana, an alluri…

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Albert Fish- The Most Depraved Criminal (Part One) 23:24

1M ago23:24

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Albert Fish is the most evil and depraved criminal in American history. No criminal has even displayed more disfunctions and disorders like he did. Hear the gruesome details of the man known as the "Brooklyn Vampire."

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Ep. 46 - Farmer Fritz's Take on Walmart's Growth and Walton's Influence 36:26

1M ago36:26

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Send us a Text Message. When the paths of dairy farming and retail magnate Sam Walton crossed, an unexpected journey began for Fritz Steiger, who joins Doing Business in Bentonville to weave tales from the trenches of Walmart's rise to retail dominance. Imagine leaving the tranquility of milking cows to navigating the high-energy corporate world un…

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Crafting Careers in the Packaging Industry 33:44

1M ago33:44

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Summary In this conversation, Dominic interviews Spark Packagings Ian Shiemke , an account manager at Spark Packaging, he shares his journey and insights into the packaging industry. He discusses career advancement, the impact of retail and food service experience, the importance of personal branding, and the opportunities for growth within the ind…

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The Evolving Landscape of the Packaging Industry with Ryan Fox 39:03

1M ago39:03

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In this episode, Dominic Crosson interviews Ryan Fox, Ryan shares insights on self-mastery, career advancement, and the impact of data points on decision-making. He discusses the significance of understanding personal strengths and leveraging them to make career choices. Additionally, he delves into the evolving landscape of the packaging industry,…

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Welcome to The Packaging Paradigm Podcast 27:17

1M ago27:17

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In this episode of the Packaging Paradigm podcast, E.J. Swanson interviews Dom Crosson, the president of Spark Packaging, to discuss his journey in the packaging industry and the purpose of the podcast. Dom shares his career transition, the unique niche of Spark Packaging, and the importance of industry expertise. The conversation also highlights t…

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Mary Carroll Moore- Last Bets 14:33

1M ago14:33

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Portrait artist Elly Sorenson leaves her Washington, D.C., life for the Caribbean island of Bonaire, hoping to find refuge from personal tragedy and financial fallout. Instead,she is confronted by old demons, including a gambling underworld that taps paranormal talents she would prefer to leave dormant. On the island she finds an unlikely kindred s…

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Ep. 45 - Retail Success Through Strategic Online Presence and Pricing with Ryan Monigan of Flywheel 28:28

2M ago28:28

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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets of a powerful online presence as Scott Benedict teams up with Ryan Monigan from Flywheel Digital for a riveting exploration into the world of Product Detail Pages. Together, they peel back the curtain on the digital revolution shaping retail, demonstrating how PDPs serve as virtual storefronts, influencing…

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Jon Clinch- The General and Julia 16:12

2M ago16:12

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From the acclaimed author of Marley and Finn, a novel both intimate and epic capturing Ulysses S. Grant during his final days as he reflects on his life and reckons with his complicated legacy. About the Author: Jon Clinch is the author of the acclaimed novels Finn,Kings of the Earth, The Thief of Auschwitz, Belzoni Dreams of Egypt, and Marley. A n…

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Ep. 44 - Innovative Leadership with Jeanelle Harris of Outdoor Cap 43:51

2M ago43:51

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Send us a Text Message. Discover the trailblazing journey of Jeanelle Harris, the visionary CEO leading Outdoor Cap. The latest DBB episode offers a rare glimpse into the experiences that honed Harris's leadership skills, from her roots in health science to her impactful career at Olivet International. Andy Wilson joins Jeanelle to celebrate the me…

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Andrew Thornton II & the Cocaine Bear Connection 20:50

2M ago20:50

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When it comes to crime, you probably think you've heard it all. But wait until you hear the tale of a drug-smuggling attorney and a cocaine-fueled bear!

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Timothy Kent Smith-Behind the Hedgerows 17:00

2M ago17:00

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Behind the Hedgerows is a fictional drama about human nature and the conflicts that go with it. It is 1987 in the Hamptons. Cocaine is the drug of choice, AIDS is rampant, and the Old Guard is trying to hang on as new money invades Long Island's East End. Hunter McPherson, East Hampton resident, entrepreneur, and fitness trainer to those of wealth,…

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Life Update! | Brooke Simonson 2:48

2M ago2:48

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EPISODE 240 | I wanted to record this quick life update to let you know why won’t be seeing new episodes for a bit… EPISODE WEBPAGE: thehealthinvestment.com/240 P.S. – If you’re liking The Health Investment Podcast, be sure to hit “subscribe/follow” so that you never miss an episode 🙂 LINKS [SOME MAY BE AFFILIATE LINKS; PLEASE READ MY DISCLOSURE FO…

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Robin Hosking- Journey Beyond 8:14

2M ago8:14

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This book is a visual journey taking the reader beyond their own mundane reality, leading them to a place of peace and calm within their mind. Author Information Robin is a Canadian Born author/surrealism abstract artist with a multi-cultural heritage of UK: Central Southern England, Northwestern European (Walse, Scottish-having descended through t…

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EPISODE 353: THEY LIVE, WE SLEEP (THEY LIVE 1988’ Film Review) 1:10:21

2M ago1:10:21

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In this episode, we sat down to chat about filmmaker, John Carpenter’s late 80’s masterpiece, “THEY LIVE.” The film stars: legendary wrestler, Roddy Piper & the amazing, Keith David. Tune in as we discuss current news for the pop culture world as well as share our recommendations for both, TV & Film. Thank you for listening! Segments arranged by: A…

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Ep. 43 - Embracing Vulnerability and Mentorship: Pathways to Fearless Leadership with Celia Swanson 32:13

2M ago32:13

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Send us a Text Message. Conquer your deepest leadership fears with Celia Swanson, the wisdom-infused author of "Gracious and Strong," as a guide. Embark on a transformative path that challenges you to rise above life's curveballs and confront the barriers holding you back. In a heart-to-heart exchange, Celia and Andy Wilson untangle the complexitie…

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Don Winslow- City in Ruins 13:42

2M ago13:42

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Danny Ryan is rich. Beyond his wildest dreams rich. The former dock worker, Irish mob soldier and fugitive from the law is now a respected businessman – a Las Vegas casino mogul and billionaire silent partner in a group that owns two lavish hotels. Finally, Danny has it all: a beautiful house, a child he adores, a woman he might even fall in love w…

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Piper Roundtree- A Tale of Love, Revenge, and Murder 24:52

2M ago24:52

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Piper Roundtree was a wife, mother, and lawyer. She seemed to have it all. What would drive someone in her situation to commit murder? A murder case with an unusual motive.

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Quick Meditations For Busy People | Ann Swanson 47:15

2M ago47:15

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EPISODE 239 – Ann Swanson teaches meditation to busy people with busy minds. She is the author of the internationally bestselling book SCIENCE OF YOGA and Meditation for the Real World, which illuminates the fascinating science behind meditation with step-by-step practices to help you find peace in everyday life. Ann wasn’t a naturally “chill perso…

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Ep. 42 - Robots Plus Humans: New Industrial Take from Devin Bhushan of Squint AI 41:22

2M ago41:22

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Send us a Text Message. Supply Chain Innovation Series: Part 3 Get ready to challenge your perceptions of industrial tech as Josh and Harvey bring you a lively discussion with Devin Bhushan, founder and CEO of Squint AI. The latest episode of the Plug and Play series from DBB promises a journey through the innovative landscape of augmented reality …

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How To Thrive As A Remote Worker | Ryan Fahey 41:50

2M ago41:50

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EPISODE 238 – Ryan Fahey is a four-time author, professional speaker, and wellness educator who is passionate about all things wellness and personal growth. He is the Owner of FaheyConsulting which aims to help people and organizations move from good to great through his coaching services, products, and expertise. His third book titled How To Thriv…

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Kevin Baker- The New York Game: Baseball and the Rise of a New City 21:17

2M ago21:17

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Baseball is “the New York game” because New York is where the diamond was first laid out, where the bunt and the curveball were invented, and where the home run was hit. It’s where the game’s first stars were born, and where everyone came to play or watch the game. With nuance and depth, historian Kevin Baker brings this all vividly back to life: t…

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EPISODE 352: ARE YOU WATCHING CLOSELY? (THE PRESTIGE 06’ Film Review) 1:57:46

2M ago1:57:46

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We welcomed back local projectionist, Chris Pawlak to the studio for a film breakdown of one of his favorite Nolan projects, ‘THE PRESTIGE’. Join us as we not only talk about the film in full, but also catch up on relevant pop culture news & weekly recommendations. Segment Arrangements by: Admiral Atlas. Mixed & edited by: Wesley Swanson.…

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Ray Rhodes-It's Hard Enough, Let Me Help You : Basic Financial Literacy 12:24

2M ago12:24

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This book is for those who truly want more out of life. Living paycheck to paycheck gets old, does it not? A budget truly is imperative to adhere to. But, it is not the only step in becoming financially literate. You do not have to be living paycheck to paycheck to get anything out of this book, nor struggling financially. There is always room for …

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The Suitcase Murder 24:14

3M ago24:14

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Melanie McGuire was a married nurse that seemed to have a happy and stable middle-class life. But when her husband was found brutally murdered, she quickly became the prime suspect in his horrific death. Would police find the evidence needed to convict her. Hear how this story was famously dubbed "The Suitcase Murder" by the news media.…

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Camille Aubray-The Girl From The Grand Hotel 15:51

3M ago15:51

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ABOUT THE BOOKSummer, 1939. The glittering Côte d’Azur is having a particularly brilliant season, as the world’s wealthiest vacationers collide with Hollywood’s illustrious movie stars for the first-ever film festival onthe French Riviera.Into this hothouse playground comes an American named Annabel Faucon. Having left a dead-end job and a broken h…

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EPISODE 351: HARD-BOILED FICTION (BLOOD SIMPLE 1984 Film Review) 1:13:05

3M ago1:13:05

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In this episode, we sat down to discuss a defining role for the late character actor, M. Emmet Walsh. Tune in as we chat about the Coen Brothers film debut, ‘BLOOD SIMPLE’. You can also catch up with what’s new in the film and tv world with our pop culture news updates and weekly recommendations! Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy! Segme…

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Change Your Thoughts To Change Your Eating Habits | Heather Heynen 52:32

3M ago52:32

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EPISODE 237 – Heather Heynen is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health, Qualified Mental Health Professional, Life Coach, FMS Certified Exercise Professional, Health Coach & Podcaster. Heather has been working in private practice for over 20 years as a licensed mental health therapist, life coach & health coach. Along the way, she worked f…

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Mike Lawson-Kingpin 12:58

3M ago12:58

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Edgar and Barry Award finalist Mike Lawson resumes his beloved Joe DeMarco series with a pulse-pounding thriller starring the Washington DC “troubleshooter” as he tries to pin down a Boston billionaire soaring at the top of the world in KINGPIN (Atlantic Monthly Press). As evidenced by his ever growing Boston empire, Carson Newman doesn’t usually g…

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