Best Graig Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 312 - Knaggs Kenai-J 25:19

2h ago25:19

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Joe Knaggs spent many years at PRS, contributing guitar designs that came to be classics. So, of course, when he left those hallowed halls, Joe fired up his own shop and hung his shingle on a whole new family of instruments, this time bearing the name Knaggs Guitars. These are elegant, next-level machines. Enjoy! Like the show? Follow us at these f…

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Infiltrating Perspectives: Danielle Nuhfer Unveils Leadership Insights Using a Teacher's Lens 29:13

7h ago29:13

29:13

INTRO: I told my guest that this podcast has almost exclusively been reserved for district leaders and education-adjacent leaders. While that is true, I think it’s important to live something I say whenever I describe the hierarchy of a school district - and that’s that there are leaders at every level. I believe it’s through our teachers that we c…

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The Best Slabs! PSA Registry & "Card Care" Rants With John Mangini & DoubleD. Turn Back The Clock 29 1:12:52

4h ago1:12:52

1:12:52

For episode 29 of Turn Back The Clock John Mangini (The Mangini Collection joins us to discuss a liberating slab movement, PSA, "card care" and more.

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Episode 311 - Gibson Map Guitar 25:22

1d ago25:22

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In the early 1980s, Gibson undertook an ad campaign, the slogan for which was “American made, world played”. It featured a photograph of a guitar cut into the shape of the continental United States. Visibility of that ad increased curiosity about the guitar itself, and Gibson were soon making it available for purchase. It underwent various refineme…

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Mission & Purpose: Insights from John McGlothlin 38:19

2d ago38:19

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INTRO: I was interested to see how ChatGPT might create an intro for me. I gave it some information and it spat out: “Welcome to a journey that transcends the conventional boundaries of education. Imagine a school where purpose is not just a buzzword but the very essence that breathes life into every corridor, classroom, and curriculum.” Yeesh. I a…

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All The Grail Cards For Sale At Once! With @zanoo23_sportscards 30:59

3d ago30:59

30:59

Zan joins me to discuss collecting 90's grail cards, why he doesn't collect vintage cards, a lightning round of "3 & 3", what do we do when all the grails appear at once and more! Follow Zan on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zanoo23_sportscards/

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Episode 310 - Kay Barney Kessel Pro K1700V 25:39

9d ago25:39

25:39

One of the venerable companies that made guitars in Chicago at the middle of the last century was Kay. Their instruments provided tremendous value at an affordable price. One such instrument was the Barney Kessel Pro. These were recently reissued, and we found our example to be a whole hell of a lot of fun to play. Enjoy! Like the show? Follow us a…

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Challenges to Triumph with: Dr. Monique Darrisaw-Akil 31:37

10d ago31:37

31:37

Dr. Monique Darrisaw-Akil, the Superintendent of the Uniondale School District, is my guest. One simply had to read the following excerpt from the Long Island Herald to know why had to talk with Dr. Akil: “Residents throughout Uniondale will tell you — this community, once grappling with educational challenges that seemed insurmountable, has underg…

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Should Hobby "FIRSTS" Matter? Turn Back The Clock 28 With DoubleD Vintage Baseball Cards 46:52

14d ago46:52

46:52

Message us your comments on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/splendidsports On episode 28 of Turn Back The Clock, Dylan and I discuss "firsts" in the hobby and show some cards from our collections. Should the first matter? Link to YouTube episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOdd9wZfJA0

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Episode 309 - Rickenbacker 330 25:24

16d ago25:24

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The Rickenbacker 300 series of guitars was introduced in 1958. Designed by the esteemed Roger Rossmeisl, these guitars have changed little, but withstood the test of time. Just when we thjought we knew what we were dealing with, however, a 330 in matte black shows up. We had to grab it. Enjoy! Like the show? Follow us at these fine establishments: …

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Julio Nuñez Leads with Heart 38:12

17d ago38:12

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INTRO: About a year ago, at about the one-year anniversary of Justice Ginsburg’s death, I was asked by my family to be a part a school naming committee in Philadelphia. There was a school there considering her name for the new name, and I was to represent Justice Ginsburg. In the end, the school community didn’t choose to name the school Ruth Bader…

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4 Major Sports Card Collecting Goals! ⚾️ 🏈 10:17

22d ago10:17

10:17

Connect with Splendid Sports on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/splendidsports/

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Epiosde 308 - Guild S-100 Polara Kim Thayil 22:47

23d ago22:47

22:47

We’re pretty big fans of vintage Gretsch guitars over here at High Gain HQ. Especially the S-100, with its indispensable phase switch. If it’s good enough for Kim Thayil of Soundgarden it’s good enough for us. So when we got a line on the new Guild S-100 Polara Kim Thayil signature guitars, we had to try them. We were not dissappointed. Enjoy! Like…

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Visualizing Leadership with James Sturm 30:43

24d ago30:43

30:43

INTRO: This week, we feature James Sturm, co-founder of the Center for Cartoon Studies. In this our conversation, we explore the dynamic interplay between the power of language and the power of images in shaping a district's narrative. Join us as we delve into strategies for effectively communication of vision and values. In the second half, James …

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What Era Of The Sports Card Hobby Is The BEST? 13:14

25d ago13:14

13:14

Link To YouTube Episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_y1xQf1PQA

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Episode 307 - Ovation Magnum 22:01

1M ago22:01

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When Ovation began making solidbody guitars, just about everything they came up with was full-featured, well-made and very playable. Their designs were perhaps a little forward thinking for most, however, and they didn’t fare too well in a market of Teles and Les Pauls. When it came to bass guitars, they fared little better. But the Magnum bass is …

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The Heart of Leadership: Mike Erwin and Building Relationships that Matter 39:06

1M ago39:06

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INTRO: In just a few weeks, I will be traveling with a small group of amazing volunteers from all over the United States and Australia to Omo Village in Papua New Guinea. I serve on the Board of Directors for Be the Change Volunteers, an organization committed to building schools all over the world for communities interested in providing opportunit…

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Episode 306 - Castedosa Conchers 25:24

1M ago25:24

25:24

Carlos Lopez started his guitar-building journey on the production line at Fender. Before long he joined the Custom Shop. Not long after that he was apprenticing to become a Master Builder. You could say our man Carlos has the chops… So, it’s really no surprise to see him sailing and thriving under his own banner - Castedosa Guitars. Along with his…

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Relentless Leadership with Yaw Obeng 38:47

1M ago38:47

38:47

Intro: As I prepared for this week’s episode, I traded in personal anecdotes with a traditional story, one about two farmers and their approach to change. One always bought the latest tools for his farm, hoping they would solve his problems. Meanwhile, his neighbor focused on building relationships with other farmers, learning from their experience…

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Modern Cards VS. Vintage! Turn Back The Clock 27 With Shoebox Legends & DoubleD Vintage Baseball Cards 59:12

1M ago59:12

59:12

Link to YouTube Episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8k2jN11wLM Can you collect BOTH?!

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Episode 305 - Godin Radium 24:05

2M ago24:05

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Robert Godin started his guitar-making journey in a small shop in La Patrie, Quebec, in 1972. Over the years he expanded into five factories, across six well-known brands, including, of course, Godin Instruments. The goal was/is to make quality guitars at a reasonable price. Not easily done without cutting corners somewhere, but Godin never did. No…

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Equity Conversations: Resistance and Resilience with Graig Meyer and Jamie Almanzán 37:29

2M ago37:29

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INTRO: Earlier this year, I read The Delicate Handling of Equity Work in Conservative Communities, and was thrilled when the authors agreed to be guests on the podcast. In the two years since I left the superintendency, I have found myself talking with superintendents who have faced (or are facing) this same dilemma. They recognize the importance o…

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Talking PSA, SGC & Beckett Grading With MidLife Sports Cards Graig 1:07:12

2M ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Link To YouTube Episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sp3o66g6sXo Graig from MidLife Sports Cards and I talk about the current state of card grading with PSA, SGC and Beckett. We talk about positives, negatives and give them some free marketing opinions.

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Episode 304 - Graig Markel of Recovery Effects / Danelectro Double Neck 3923 27:49

2M ago27:49

27:49

Graig Markel and Zera Marvel of Recovery Effects have been making some of our favorite effects for a long time. At any moment they can be found on our pedal boards, emitting the precise lushness Recovery has become known for. So when Graig stopped by with two of his latest, the Moonstruck reverb/delay and the Revere overdrive, we knew what we had t…

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Jeff Utecht Envisions the Future of Education: Charting Tomorrow's Course 36:00

2M ago36:00

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INTRO: In this episode of An Imperfect Leader, Jeff Utecht, educational futurist and podcast host of Shifting Schools, joins me in conversation. We reflect on the intersections of tradition and transformation, innovation and integration. We delve into Jeff's insights and experiences, and how he helps educators navigate the complexities of a rapidly…

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🏅A Champions Edition of Sports Card "3 And 3" With Dom Manna - Staven Sports Cards 32:11

2M ago32:11

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Check out Dom's Podcast Solo Shot Sports and his YouTube Channel Staven Sports CardsAlso check out the Cracking Cooperstown PodcastEpisode 35 of "3 And 3" is a Champions Gold Edition!

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Episode 303 - Ibanez Musician MC200 25:38

2M ago25:38

25:38

Among the first original designs Ibanez made after the famed Gibson lawsuit was the Musician Series. These were guitar re-thought from the ground up. They are still considered sturdy workhorses, and they mark a direction that would set Ibanez on the path to being one of the world’s leading guitar makers. This MC200 got a rare ‘double buy’ from us. …

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Charting the Course: Sean Stewart Provides Lessons from the Past for Today's Leaders 25:22

2M ago25:22

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INTRO: Join me on this episode of An Imperfect Leader for a captivating discussion with Sean Stewart, an expert in historical leadership. We explore how lessons from the past can shape today's leadership practices, offering valuable insights for leaders across all fields. In this episode, we'll shift our focus to the demanding roles of school leade…

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Why Do We Want The Hobby To Grow? Turn Back The Clock 26 With A Collector's Dream 1:10:09

2M ago1:10:09

1:10:09

Link To YouTube Episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6R8hyqaiTs Orlando - A Collector's Dream joins Dylan - DoubleD Vintage Baseball Cards and me to talk about how the sports card hobby has impacted our lives and why we want it to grow.

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Episode 302 - PRS Paul's Guitar 27:17

2M ago27:17

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Paul Reed Smith, the man, has been creating the highest quality guitars ever since he made one for college credit, after which he dropped out to pursue the art fulltime. PRS instruments are known for their attention to detail, impeccable response, and beautiful tops. Why then, haven’t we paid more attention to them? We’ve been remiss, and we apolog…

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Facing the Crucible: Dr. Gary Yee's Lesson of Adversity and Healing 44:14

2M ago44:14

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INTRO: My guest this week holds a special place in my professional life. I met him during his first campaign for the school board in Oakland, CA. In the second part of the show, my guest, Dr. Gary Yee, describes what has got to be one of the most difficult experiences of any superintendent – the vandalizing of his home, navigating a hunger strike o…

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Runnin Down A Dream With Mike Petty. Sports Card "3 And 3" #34 - Vintage Baseball Card 🔥🔥🔥 46:36

3M ago46:36

46:36

Link To YouTube Episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYopIWxPqTgFor episode 34 of "3 And 3" YouTube legend, Mike Petty, joins me to showcase 3 of his favorite vintage baseball cards and then we look at 3 cards he'd like to add to his awesome collection.

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Episode 301 - B.C. Rich Mockingbird 25:30

3M ago25:30

25:30

Bernardo Chavez Rico grew up making classical guitars. He learned the craft from his father. Luckily for us, Bernardo decided to branch out into solidbody electrics. And the world was never the same, as musicians across all genres played his instruments at some point in their careers (Elliot Easton of The Cars? Yup…) We were fortunate enough to tak…

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Their Parents FaceTime Them In Class? Diego Ochoa and Graham Dugoni Describe A Phone-Free Approach 36:53

3M ago36:53

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INTRO: In this episode of An Imperfect Leader, join us as we delve into the world of education leadership with Superintendent Diego Ochoa, a veteran with over 25 years of experience, and Graham Dugoni, the founder of Yondr – a pioneer in creating phone-free spaces. Together, they discuss the impact of going phone-free on student success and the com…

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Episode 300 - Rickenbacher Ken Roberts 24:09

3M ago24:09

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Before Rickenbacker, there was Rickenbacher, and they pioneered electric guitars with their clever use of electronics, materials and design. But one instrument, the Ken Roberts electro-Spanish guitar, introduced in the throes of the Great Depression, and discontinued a few years later, would come to be regarded as one of the forerunners of today’s …

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Dr. Sheldon Berman Talks Integration, Division, and the Importance of Knowing Our History 36:39

3M ago36:39

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INTRO: This episode is coming out just as I have returned from co-presenting at a conference hosted by the Coalition of Oregon School Administrators (or COSA). During our presentation, we talked about distinguishing between reform and transformation. Specifically, that reform is usually made up of outside forces telling you what to do, coaching for…

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Mike Petty Reveals Himself! Turn Back The Clock With LouRok & DoubleD - A Special Edition Of Sports Card "3 And 3"! 3:19:07

3M ago3:19:07

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On Turn Back The Clock #25 YouTube commenting legend Mike Petty makes his on-screen debut! Dylan & Adam are joined by special guests LouRok and Mike Petty to talk about the hobby they love!

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Episode 299 - Rock N Roll Relics Lightning Junior 23:00

3M ago23:00

23:00

The fine folk over at Rock N Roll Relics continue to kick out some of the most beautiful ideas. We’ve been fans of theirs for quite some time, and the Lightning Junior, with its lightning bolt f-holes and single pickup, does nothing to dissuade us from these rock machines. Give a listen and see if you don’t agree. Enjoy! Like the show? Follow us at…

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Leading with Purpose with Dr. Meisha Porter 35:00

3M ago35:00

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INTRO: The most unexpected thing happened the other day. I was having car issues and the mechanic offered to do a home visit. That in itself was a nice gesture. He found the issue (resolved it pretty quickly, actually. If you’re dying to know, it was an electrical issue beyond my expertise. Ok, let’s be honest, I have no expertise beyond the radio …

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Episode 298 - Graham Instruments Baritone 25:30

3M ago25:30

25:30

Our friend Iain Graham is at it again. THis time he’s loaned us a baritone guitar, fresh off the press. There are so many bespoke touches on this thing, we almost forgot to actually play it. And it did not disappoint. It was as easy as could be to get any kind of sound out of this instrument. Contact Iain for more info at https://grahaminstruments.…

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Breaking Free from Educational Stagnation: Insights from Dr. Doug Reeves on Leading Schools and Embracing Growth 36:56

3M ago36:56

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INTRO: In this episode of An Imperfect Leader, Dr. Doug Reeves is my guest. The first thing we talk about is an article he authored, We Censor Ourselves in Education. In the article, he hooks the reader by describing a former intern he had while you has in China, and how she had gone on to anchor the news on China Central Television. She told Doug …

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Episode 297 - Hallmark 60 Custom 30:10

4M ago30:10

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Once upon a time, a man named Joe Hall learned how to make guitars at the foot of Semie Mosely. He then struck out on his own with Hallmark Guitars, before leaving the industry altogether. And that may have been the end of that, had not Bob Shade resurrected the Hallmark brand and run with it. It’s unanimous - the 60 Custom is a rock machine. Enjoy…

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Recommend A Vintage Baseball Legend To Collect? 🤔 "Fab 4" PSA Card Binder Series Ep. 5 12:55

3M ago12:55

12:55

Link To YouTube Episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Q9S1p45UW0 A listener messaged me on Instagram with an interesting question & episode 5 of the PSA graded binder series is my Stan Musial page of my "Vintage Baseball Players" binder. What would your "Fab 4" be?

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Reflections of a Lead Learner: Engaging Researchers and Lessons from the Pandemic with Dr. Nathan Schilling 38:12

3M ago38:12

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INTRO: In this episode of An Imperfect Leader, Dr. Nathan Schilling discusses so many common issues facing superintendents and district leaders. First, he describes his relationship to researchers studying school districts. He shares his approach to engaging the research community and emphasizes the role of superintendents as lead learners. He take…

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Episode 296 - Dave Dederer of The Presidents of The United States of America 27:57

4M ago27:57

27:57

Dave Dederer stopped by for a vast discussion about all things guitar, including his use of only three strings during his time with The Presidents of The United States of America. Dave has an encyclopedic knowledge of his instrument, even if he is using all six strings these days. But he did bring donuts, and that counts for a lot. Enjoy! Like the …

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Encore Episode: Demond Means on Equity, Challenges, and Triumphs in Education 38:14

4M ago38:14

38:14

An Imperfect Leader is sponsored by Yondr. Schools around the world are seeing the damaging effects of phones on student engagement, social development, and mental health. Yondr has developed a unique product and program to allow schools to become phone-free, from arrival to dismissal. Learn why 1 Million Students use Yondr every day. MINIMIZE DIST…

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Collecting "Lost Years" Of 90s Cards With Junk Wax Hero Mike 47:10

4M ago47:10

47:10

Link To Episode On YouTube - https://youtu.be/96J0nsT3wzQ?si=qRoVvLzO4Ug783GA Mike @JunkWaxHero joins me to discuss collecting baseball cards from the 1990's era.

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Episode 295 - Fender "10 for '15" American Standard Double Cut Telecaster 23:46

4M ago23:46

23:46

In keeping with its tradition of mixing and matching designs from its own history, Fender introduced the “10 for ‘15” series of limited edition guitars. Rolled out in 2015, each model was limited to 500 instruments. One of the more unusual guitars was the American Standard Telecaster - with a double cutaway. We were pleased to try it out, as you do…

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Encore Episode: History and Change: Leading Transformational Change with Sharonica Hardin-Bartley 35:48

4M ago35:48

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An Imperfect Leader is sponsored by Yondr. Schools around the world are seeing the damaging effects of phones on student engagement, social development, and mental health. Yondr has developed a unique product and program to allow schools to become phone-free, from arrival to dismissal. Learn why 1 Million Students use Yondr every day. MINIMIZE DIST…

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BIG 2023 & What Does 2024 Hold? Turn Back The Clock 24 LIVE With Special Guest NYYanksFan7 1:08:11

4M ago1:08:11

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Link To YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTT6KkNq6Co Vince NYYanksFan7 joins us! Massive card pickups and looking forward to our 2024 in the hobby. Turn Back The Clock is hosted by DoubleD Vintage Baseball Cards (Dylan) and Splendid Sports (Adam)

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