Best Slate V Podcasts (2024)

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Trump’s Race Card 37:57

1h ago37:57

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After a tumultuous week of campaign news, Republicans wrapped their convention in Milwaukee by officially making former President Donald Trump their nominee. While President Joe Biden struggles with doubts within his own party, many in the G.O.P. believe there’s a new opportunity to reach out to Black voters. On today’s episode of A Word, Jason Joh…

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College Football 25 is here + SEC Media Days 1:06:20

2h ago1:06:20

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Stew and Bruce remember back to their video game playing days with the release of College Football 25. Then it's on to SEC Media Days where Nick Saban stole the show. The guys also discuss the idea of NIL collectives holding back payments from players who get into trouble off the field and everything else happening in Dallas. Learn more about your …

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Decoder Ring: The Secret Life of Lawn Ornaments 51:06

22m ago51:06

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Lawn ornaments are everywhere—but for something so ubiquitous, they’re also mysterious. What’s the person with the flamingo or the gargoyle in their yard trying to say—and why do they want to say it so publicly? From the garden-variety to the not so common, the adorable to the odious—lawn ornaments speak volumes, without saying a word. In this epis…

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Gays Against Briggs | Tribeca Festival Live Show 1:35:02

1h ago1:35:02

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Listen in as host Christina Cauterucci joins special guests, Eric Marcus, host of Making Gay History, DeRay Mckesson, activist and host of Pod Save the People, filmmaker Sam Feder, and Esther Fallick, comedian, singer and musical theater writer, for an exclusive live taping at the 2024 Tribeca Festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap…

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Episode 153: 6 MJ Autos, Caitlin Clark Gets Her Own Product, $2 Million theft 1:00:10

3h ago1:00:10

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome overbody to Episode 153 where you are safe from political assasination conspiracy theories and tanking Wander Franco PC stories. You will only hear here some cardboard related deliciousness. We start off with Caitlin Clark Blasters Caitlin Clark sales Other athletes with their own product. Huge 6 Jordan Autos story J…

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Blerd Up 36:42

1d ago36:42

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It's convention season, and nerds everywhere may be suiting up to attend the Cons, gatherings of hardcore science-fiction, comic book, fantasy or anime fandoms. That includes BlerdCon, the gathering where Black nerds celebrate their interests in comics, anime, gaming, and much more. On today’s episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by two artis…

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Big 12 media days + commissioner Brett Yormark joins the show 53:31

4d ago53:31

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Stew and Bruce are in Las Vegas for Big 12 media days! They sit down with commissioner Brett Yormark to talk about the upcoming season, private equity, naming rights and much more. Plus, Stew and Bruce share their expectations for the conference this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Episode 152: Rod Adams from Neon Trading Cards 52:51

6d ago52:51

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Send us a Text Message. This episode we are joined by Rod Adams from Neon Trading Card and we discuss - Rod's early hobby memories and family ties. - Potential shill bidding in instant messenger threads - Comparison of collecting NBA to Soccer Find Rod breaking here: https://www.neontradingcards.com/ and a soccer group highly recommended for collec…

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Episode 151: Post Hobby Hangout, Wemby Nebula, PSA Vending Machine, Lebron Extension, 44:36

7d ago44:36

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 151 Adam and Russell reflect on the Hobby Hangout and share some listeners stories about the HH. For a recap, click here Hobby Hangout recap. We also discuss PSA vending machine in vegas Lebron extension Adam's boys extension PSA vs GEM grading company 1/1 choice nebula wemby pulled Walmart marketplace MJ eye catchin…

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No Justice. No Peace. No Way Back? 30:46

8d ago30:46

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This year’s Supreme Court session loosened laws on official bribery, overturned decades of precedent on regulation, and granted immunity to the president for official actions. On today’s episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by legal analyst Elie Mystal of The Nation. They review the Court’s most important decisions, and talk about the politic…

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Reassessing conference realignment 47:54

14d ago47:54

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Which college football teams were helped and hurt the most by conference realignment? Stew and Bruce reassess the moves and discuss the winners and losers. Then, they close out the show answering your mailbag questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Athletic

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Gays Against Briggs | 7. Turn Around. Fight Back. 51:56

10d ago51:56

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For the two years leading up to May 21, 1979, gay activists followed the rules. They engaged in civil debates. They sought justice at the ballot box. They peacefully mourned the assassination of Harvey Milk. But the verdict in Dan White’s murder trial changed everything. (If you—or anyone you know—are in crisis, contact the National Suicide Prevent…

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Episode 150!! Live From The Hobby Hangout Melbourne: Al Caynes, Joo Foo, PSA Case Flow Lines, NBA Draft, Listener Questions, Mikal Bridges, Deni, 1:19:43

14d ago1:19:43

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Send us a Text Message. This episode is special for a few reasons! 1. Episode 150, 2. Live at The Hobby Hangout, 3. Specials Guests Joo Foo and Al Caynes. We break down a bunch of topics this week: NBA Draft Takes. - Q & A for Special: - Reference for Fanatics alleged 'management' of memorabilia. - Mikal Bridges Trade - Deni Trade - Wolves move up …

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Journalism Under the Gun 34:09

16d ago34:09

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In this election year, there’s more criticism and distrust of the media than ever. For veteran journalist Ali Velshi, his belief in the power of journalism is rooted in a family history of pursuing social justice, across continents and generations. On today’s episode of A Word, he joins host Jason Johnson to talk about his career, and his new memoi…

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Bruce’s College Football Playoff 12-team projection, Elite 11 takeaways & EA Sports’ toughest place to play rankings 1:05:00

23d ago1:05:00

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Stew and Bruce begin the show by talking about Bruce’s CFP 12-team projection. Then, they share their thoughts on EA Sports’ toughest place to play rankings and Bruce talks about his time at the Elite 11 showcase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Athletic

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Gays Against Briggs | 6. The Murders at City Hall 56:13

17d ago56:13

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On election night in 1978, gays and lesbians in California braced themselves for the statewide vote on Proposition 6. Less than a month after the results came in, a pair of killings shocked San Francisco and the nation. Subscribe to Slate Plus to immediately unlock all episodes of Slow Burn: Gays Against Briggs. Your subscription also gets you ad-f…

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Episode 149: Celtics Win, Brown v Tatum, Giddey Traded, Pippen 1of1, Jumpman PMG 1:07:55

21d ago1:07:55

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 149 : The Finals are over & we have our champion. - Jaylen Brown gets MVP over Tatum; implications of this. - Luka vs Tatum vs brown SCN - Luka vs Tatum vs brown YCCT - Tatum 1/1 Kaboom - Stars age winning first chip, - Giddy trade Giddey card ladder - Olympics sponsorship: Will CC be named to the team. - Spicy P ext…

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Black to the Future in Music 29:10

26d ago29:10

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June is Black Music Month, and this year marks the 30th anniversary of some of the most influential albums in contemporary African American music, including Nas’ Illmatic, and TLC’s CrazySexyCool, to Notorious B.I.G’s Ready to Die. On today’s episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by pop culture columnist Panama Jackson to discuss the legendary…

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Big 12 considering private equity investment + Looking ahead to the 12-team playoff 50:46

29d ago50:46

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Stew and Bruce are in New York for The Athletic’s college sports summit and there is plenty to discuss as they plan for the fall. They look ahead to the 12-team playoff and how people will consume college football this season. They also discuss the Big 12’s potential private equity investment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad…

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Gays Against Briggs | 5. Strange Bedfellows 55:25

24d ago55:25

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As Election Day approached, the campaign to defeat Proposition 6 faced formidable odds. John Briggs’ fundraising juggernaut was churning out cash, and public opinion polls were solidly in his favor. To turn the tide, gay rights activists unveiled a powerful symbol and gambled on the support of an improbable ally: Ronald Reagan. (If you—or anyone yo…

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Episode 148: NBA Finals special! Luka, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Porzingis, Jrue Holiday, White, Lively, 58:52

28d ago58:52

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 148 is our NBA Finals special! Since we last recorded games 1 to 4 have transpired and we broke down every game from the on the court perspective and the hobby impacts. Game 1;, Porzingis and Luka Game 2; Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday Rookie cards Brian Windhorst / Adam Amy Quote Game 3: Jerry West RIP, YCCT tribute Gam…

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Daddy Lessons 37:09

1M ago37:09

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The stereotype of Black fathers is that they’re largely absent, and uninvolved in their children’s lives. And that image persists, despite research that suggests that Black fathers are often more involved in the daily care of their kids than white fathers. On today’s episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by Sean Williams, the founder of The Da…

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Coaching insights with Dan Casey 1:02:25

1M ago1:02:25

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Stew and Bruce sit down with coaching guru Dan Casey to talk X's and O's at all levels of the game. Then, they answer your weekly mailbag questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Athletic

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Gays Against Briggs | 4. You Must Come Out 57:48

1M ago57:48

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In the early days of the anti-Briggs campaign, a Richard Pryor comedy set turned into a public fiasco and laid bare longstanding divisions in the gay community. With the movement low on cash and running out of time, thousands of gay Californians decided their only option was to tell the world who they really were. (If you—or anyone you know—are in …

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Episode 147: Michael Jordan, Target cracking down, Anthony Edwards, Derrick Jones Jnr, Kobe Bryant, Caitlin Clark 1:00:29

1M ago1:00:29

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 147 as usual we have a full show! We will be live podcasting at the Melbourne Hobby Hangout! Get your tickets here: thehobbyhangout.com.au We run through: Jordan 1/1 highest ever sales price Lebron 1/1 2004 Finest Blue Super Fractor BGS 10 Luka 1/1 RPA Sale Kobe, Jordan, Lebron 1/1 Panini Flawless Triple Logoman LeBr…

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The WNBA’s Great White Hype 34:57

1M ago34:57

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“Petty.” “Jealous.” That’s what many male sportscasters are saying about the women competing against WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark. The former Iowa star is bringing a new level of attention to women’s basketball, but many men who ignored the league for years are now leading the coverage. So how is sexism and racism fueling the way they’re talking about…

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College Football HOF ballot + Stew’s preseason Top 25 43:06

1M ago43:06

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Stew and Bruce start the show by breaking down the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame ballot. Then, they dive into Stew’s preseason Top 25 and Bruce shares his thoughts on the rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Athletic

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Gays Against Briggs | 3. Harvey Milk vs. the Machine 57:14

1M ago57:14

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After decades of wandering and job-hopping, Harvey Milk found his purpose as a gay community leader with growing political ambitions. But his historic election was just the beginning. As John Briggs’ gay teacher ban gained momentum, it was up to Supervisor Milk and his allies to figure out how to stop him. Subscribe to Slate Plus to immediately unl…

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Episode 146: Luka vs Tatum Finals, 1:01:54

1M ago1:01:54

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 146 is brimming with content! Finals talk, Kabooms, PMGs just to summarise. And oh yeah; we will be live podcasting at the Melbourne Hobby Hangout! Get your tickets here: thehobbyhangout.com.au - Luka vs Tatum - Luka price check: - Dallas trades - Luka Kaboom 1/1 - Flawless 1/1 triple logo - Exquisite 1/1 Jordan, Kob…

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