Best Ron Francis Podcasts (2024)

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H4: 9-25 Joey Daccord and Ron Francis join us live at KCI and we close out with one last thing. 35:11

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Joey Daccord joins the guys live at KCI to talk about his offseason, carrying to great goalies and more!:30- Ron Francis stops by to talk about all of the changes that happened during the Kraken offseason as we prepare for 2024!:45- We close out this Hump Day with one last thing.By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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Furness Show 9-11: Dre'Mont Jones, Ron Francis, Steve Palazzolo, Mike Holmgren. 1:37:34

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Dre'Mont Jones tells Ian the Seahawks defense, while performing well in week 1, is a work in progress. Are the Mariners still in it? Percentage chances are low, but technically, they can still make the postseason. Should Julio Rodriguez be the leadoff hitter? Ron Francis, Kraken GM sits down with Ian to discuss the Adam Larssen extension, Matty Ben…

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Dave "Softy" Mahler's Reaction to Mariners Missing Playoffs in 2024. 7:41

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Softy jumps on to be the angry person, because Ian is exhausted. The house was burning down, and ownership was fine to stand by and watch. We have a proper meltdown.By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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Furness Show 9-26: Stewart Mandel, Mariners Miss Playoffs, Corbin Smith, Brandon Funston. 1:28:58

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Stewart Mandel, The Athletic joins us to discuss the latest issues facing college football, including the fallout we're seeing at UNLV. Changes are about in the NCAA when it comes to the NIL. What should the Pac-12 have done differently with the Mountain West? We just learned that the Mariners are officially out of postseason contention and Ian tel…

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H4: 9-26 Beat Bucky, Mike Sando and one last thing. 34:04

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Beat Bucky- Bucky sure does love trivia.:30- Mike Sando (The Athletic) makes his weekly visit to give us the latest news and notes from around the NFL.:45- We close out the Thursday show with one last thing.By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H3: 9-26 12th Man Roundtable with Hugh Millen and Gregg Bell. 37:34

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12th Man Roundtable with Hugh Millen and Gregg Bell.The guys discuss the Seahawks after week 3 :30- 12th Man Roundtable continues with Hugh and Gregg as we look ahead to MNF with the Lions.:45- We wrap up the 12th man Roundtable with Gregg and Bucky’s keys and predictions and Hugh’s last thoughts.By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H2: 9-26 Headlines and Softy, TNF and FoF and the ABCs of the Mariners. 34:21

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Headlines and Softy joins us for his weekly visit to talk Dawgs… and some Mariners as well.:30- Thursday Night Football is hereWhat happened to Trevor Lawrence?Chuck makes his Fact or Fiction pick:45- ABCs of the Mariners- I: is for indifference- J: is for Julio- he reached 20/20, but can it be called a success?…

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H1: 9-26 The Sluka saga, Mariners morning after and the day at Kraken Camp. 37:44

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The Mariners win in Houston but it may be too late.What is happening in College Football and where do we go from here with NIL?:30- Mariners Morning After- George Kirby holds the Astros to 1 run and the bats come alive late in an 8-1 win over the Astros, but the other teams in the wildcard race also won, so the Mariners gain no ground.:45- Chuck an…

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Furness Show 9-25: Charles Cross, Jake Dickert, Steve Palazzolo, Mike Holmgren. 1:32:18

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Charles Cross, Seahawks Left Tackle sits down with Ian and discusses the Seahawks 3-0 start, how they've been successful and what it's like for an offensive lineman in Seattle's scheme. He also gives us a preview of Monday Night Football in Detroit. Jake Dickert, Washington State Head Coach tells us what the new era of coaching college football is …

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H3: 9-25 Cam Cleeland, Angie Mentink and Seahawks vs Lions. 37:03

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Cam Cleeland (UW Football Color Analyst)Cam makes his weekly visit to talk Dawgs/Rutgers and more!:30- Angie Mentink (ROOT Sports) is live in Houston and joins us after last night’s loss to discuss the bleak playoff picture and more.:45- The Seahawks play the Lions on MNF, we discuss.By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H2: 9-25 Headlines and Gregg Bell, ABCs of the Mariners, Fact or Fiction and Reckless at Breakfast. 33:46

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Headlines and Gregg Bell (Tacoma News Tribune/933 KJR)The Seahawks don’t play until Monday, but we still have plenty to talk about with Gregg as he delivers the latest 12th Man News.:30- ABCs of the Mariners and Ashley’s FoF pick:45- We get Reckless at Breakfast with actual breakfast!By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H1: 9-25 We are live at KCI! Mariners Morning After and it's all anyone can talk about! 37:34

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We are live from KCI!The Mariners hand the AL West to the Astros and it’s gross. The M’s still aren’t out of it for the wildcard, but at 2 games back, it’s a longshot.:30- Mariners Morning After- Logan struggles a bit, giving up 3 homeruns and the offense leaves runners stranded in a 4-3 loss to the Astros.:45- Chuck and Buck are live at KCI and th…

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Guest Glimpses with Thor, Scott Merritt, Brian Meissner, Ron Sakamoto 40:29

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This is the 31st episode of our special series ‘Guest Glimpses’, short bits from longer conversations with previous guests. You’ll hear about 10 minutes of each guest’s 60+ minute chat with show host Dan Hare. Featured guests this week are: THOR, Canadian and U.S. bodybuilding champion, songwriter, singer, musician. In this bit Thor shares with Dan…

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Furness Show 9-24: Jon Ryan, Joe Sheehan, Cougar Roundtable. 1:33:09

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The Mariners are still alive! Are we feeling differently about their chances after one great game against the Astros? Jon Ryan, Former Seahawks Punter tells Ian what the business of the NFL can be like, which is rough. He loves the game, but the other side of it can be harsh. The Seahawks are 3-0 - what is the mentality right now? Plus, Jon tells u…

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H4: 9-24 Rick Neuheisel, ABCs of the Mariners and One Last Thing 35:08

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Rick Neuheisel (CBS Sports) gives us his College Football insight, including his thoughts on the Huskies Big Ten opener and a look ahead to Rutgers on Friday.:30- ABCs of the Mariners- D: is for Dial it down- E: is for Elf on a Shelf- Is Troy Taylor part Elf?- F: is for Framber:45- We close out this Tuesday with one last thing!v…

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H3: 9-24 Gene Steratore, Real or Reveal and a look at the playoff picture. 34:31

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Gene Steratore (CBS Rules Analyst) makes his weekly visit to give us his perspective on the weekend’s questionable calls.:30- It’s time to play Real or Reveal- An NFL reality check:45- Miller vs the Astros and a look at the MLB playoff pictureBy Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H2: 9-24 Headlines and Gregg Bell, Lofa Tatupu, FoF and the new Pac-12! 36:55

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Headlines and Gregg Bell (Tacoma News Tribune/933 KJR)Gregg gives us the latest 12th Man News, including any injury updates.:25- Lofa Tatupu (All Day Pod) makes his weekly visit, handing out game balls and naming his Savage of the Week!:35- Bucky makes his Fact or Fiction pick.:45- The New Pac-12!! Utah State is joining the new Pac-12 with rumors o…

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H1: 9-24 Bucky's big W, Mariners Morning After and Coach Bucky. 37:55

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Bucky’s team mounts an epic comeback to defeat Ashley in week 3 of Fantasy Football, thanks to Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills.But, we need to focus on the Mariners, who came away with a 6-1 win over the Astros with a dominant performance by Bryce Miller.Edgar seems to be helping Mariners hitters by just talking hitting, no tablets, no stat sheets…

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Furness Show 9-23: Hugh Millen, Mollywhop Monday, Mike Sando. 1:36:52

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The Seahawks won in ugly, yet dominating fashion. Why is there such a lack of investment in running backs in the NFL right now? Seattle is extremely lucky to have Zach Charbonnet and Kenny McIntosh behind Ken Walker. Hugh Millen, Hardcore Football takes us through the Seahawks win over the Dolphins and, despite how dominating the score was, there a…

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H4: 9-23 MMQB continues with Coach Holmgren and Hugh Millen. 41:27

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Coach Holmgren joins the guys to give his thoughts on the penalties, the vanilla Dolphins offense and more from yesterday’s Seahawks win.:30- We continue with Coach and Hugh:45- We close out with one last thing for Coach.By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H1: 9-23 MMQB with Hugh Millen 38:47

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MMQB with Hugh Millen- Hugh breaks down some of the key plays in the Seahawks win over the Dolphins.:30- MMQB continues:45- We continue with Hugh Millen and MMQBBy Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H2: 9-23 Headlines and Gregg Bell, ABCs of the Mariners, FoF and we hear from MacDefense. 34:41

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Headlines and Gregg Bell (Tacoma News Tribune/933 KJR) joins us with his thoughts on the 3-0 Seahawks and the latest 12th Man news.:30- ABCs of the Mariners and Chuck’s FoF pick:45- We get a chance to hear from Seahawks’ coach, Mike MacDonald after yesterday’s win.By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H1: 9-23 Seahawks are 3-0! Mariners Morning After and World Pants Party. 36:35

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The Seahawks are 3-0 after yesterday’s win against the Dolphins.How are we feeling about Mike MacDonald’s team thus far?:30- Mariners Morning After- The Mariners win the weekend series against the Rangers but can’t hang on to a 5-0 lead and lose to the Rangers 6-5, keeping them 2 games back in the wildcard race.:45- World Pants Party- we check out …

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Lean into love, not fear, this World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Beirut Jesuit pastor tells preachers 33:35

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St. Joseph Church in Beirut offers a sanctuary for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers fleeing South Sudan, Syria, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and many other conflict-torn nations. Daniel Corrou, S.J., pastor of the community, vividly recalls entering the 19th-century church immediately after the devastating 2020 blast in Lebanon’s capital. “It …

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Episode 68: Motorcycle Riders Never Leave Reality 9:29

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I hear it often, even from motorcycle riders traveling on vacation. I often hear it as I meet vacationers in the National Park. If people tell me that they are leaving for home the next day, they often say “We have to go back to reality”. Maybe, they’ve got it all wrong. Maybe they have it backwards. Perhaps they have been in reality all along. Sup…

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Furness Show 9-20: Danny O'Neil, Greg Cosell, Mike Benton, Rob Rang. 1:30:37

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It's a Washington State Beef Commission's Football Friday! So Danny O'Neil of the Dang Apostrophe stops by, as well as Greg Cosell of NFL Films and Rob Rang of Fox Sports to break it all down before the weekend's action. Ian also ponders whether the Mariners are still in it or not...By Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR (KJR-AM)

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Furness Show 9-19: Stewart Mandel, Corbin Smith, Al Kinisky, Brandon Funston. 1:36:18

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The Mariners had to watch the Yankees celebrate a playoff berth on their field in another situation where an opportunity was squandered. Criticizing a player for a boneheaded play doesn't mean we don't like him. Players can do that in Seattle because there's a total lack of accountability. Stewart Mandel, The Athletic gives his instant reaction to …

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H4: 9-20 Hugh Millen's X's and O's, Mike Holmgren and Booze News! 32:32

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Hugh Millen joins us for his weekly X’s and O’s. :30- Mike Holmgren stops by to talk Seahawks as we get ready for Sunday’s game against the Dolphins.Will Charbonnet be able to get the job done in Walker’s absence? :45- We wrap up the week with the Booze News!By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H3: 9-20 The Ocho, The Tua'less Dolphins and a Big Ten weekend preview. 31:38

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We cover the top 8 sports stories of the day in the Ocho1. Shohei Ohtani is unwordly2. Mariners ride 3-run 1st inning to edge yankees3. Seahawks vs Dolphins on Sunday4. Aaron Rodgers impresses in TNF5. Week 4 of CFB kicks off in Lincoln tonight6. Huskies open up Big Ten conference play7. WNBA regular season ends- Storm headed to the Playoffs8. KJR …

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H2: 9-20 Headlines and Gregg Bell, ICYMI Neuheisel and FoF and ABCs of the Mariners. 34:12

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Headlines and Gregg Bell (Tacoma News Tribune/933 KJR)Gregg gives us the latest injury news and keys to the game in the 12th Man News.:30- ICYMI Rick Neuheisel and Ashley’s FoF pick. :45- ABCs of the Mariners- X: is for extra mile- Y: is for youth- it can not be an excuse for Julio, but we do have to remember he is young- Z: is for Zeus- Shohei is …

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H1: 9-20 SHO.M.G! Mariners Morning After and No Cliche Keys to Victory. 34:52

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Is Shohei Ohtani from this planet? His performance last night may be one of the greatest things we will ever see in our lifetime.:30- Mariners Morning After- the Mariners got a W to avoid a sweep by the Yankees and somehow, they are still alive in the wildcard race.:45- We give our no cliché keys to a Seahawks victory against Miami on Sunday.McDani…

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H4: 9-19 Beat Bucky, Mike Sando and one last thing. 35:12

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Beat Bucky!:30- Mike Sando (The Athletic) joins us for his weekly visit and gives us a look around the NFL.:45- We close out this Thursday in need of a drink and with one last thing.By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H3: 9-19 12th man Roundtable and some relief.... 33:24

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12th Man roundtable with Gregg Bell and Hugh Millen.Gregg and Hugh join the guys to discuss what they noticed in the win over the Patriots and what they expect this Sunday against the Dolphins.:30- 12th man Roundtable continues with the latest on the Dolphins:45- The guys make their game predictions and Hugh gives his last thought as we wrap up the…

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H2: 9-19 Headlines and an epic Softy rant, TNF/FoF and ABCs of the Mariners. 34:03

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Headlines and Softy.Softy makes his weekly visit, but the Apple Cup is secondary to last night’s Mariners’ game.The frustrations for this Mariners organization have reached an all-time high and we can’t hold it in.This fanbase deserves better.:30- Thursday night football and FoF:45- ABCs of the Mariners- W: is for WTF?!?!?!?!?…

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H1: 9-19 Not this again!?!?!? Mariners Morning After and more venting! 35:15

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Oh yay, we get to talk about another Mariners screw up. Two nights in a row, two bone-headed plays and the reactions from the manager and the players themselves are unacceptable.It’s another wasted opportunity as Bryce Miller pitches a gem and it feels like there are people on this team who don’t take this seriously or recognize the situation, so i…

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Furness Show 9-18: Laviska Shenault, Steve Palazzolo, Dan Bylsma, Mike Holmgren. 1:34:11

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Laviska Shenault, Seahawks WR joins Ian to talk about starting out 2-0, despite a far from perfect showing on the field. He also discusses his experience so far in Seattle and why he wanted to play here. The Mariners showed us who they are in horrendous fashion last night. Are the Mariners capable of making the playoffs? No. Just because they aren'…

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H4: 9-18 The Ol' Judge, Everett Fitzhugh and One Last thing 36:15

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The Ol’ Judge is in the house!- Did Dan Wilson bench Robles or pull hm due to injury?- Is this season Ohtani’s most impressive?- If you have to eat a TV dinner, is Salisbury steak the only option?- Should the NFL be able to step in and tell a player/team when someone can’t play due to injury?- :30- Everett Fitzhugh (Kraken Audio Network PxP) joins …

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H3: 9-18 Cam Cleeland, Angie Mentink and facing a Tua-less Dolphins team... 36:44

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Cam Cleeland (UW Football Color Analyst)Cam makes his weekly visit to talk about the Apple Cup and that final play call, plus look ahead as the Huskies host Northwestern to start Big Ten conference play.:30- Angie Mentink (Root Sports) joins us to discuss last night’s lopsided Mariners’ loss, Robles’ gaffe and the bleak playoff picture.:45- Skyler …

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H2: 9-18 Headlines and Gregg Bell, ABCs of the Mariners, FoF and Reckless at Breakfast 34:29

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Headlines and Gregg Bell (Tacoma News tribune/933 KJR)Gregg joins us on Hump Day ahead to this Sunday’s game against the Dolphins.:30- ABCs of the Mariners & Chuck’s FoF pick- T: is for Tandem, as in the NY Yankees have quite the tandem in Aaron Judge and Juan Soto- U: is for U-turn- Julio did a u-turn away from super stardom this year- V: is for V…

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H1: 9-18 Ohhhh Robles... Mariners Morning After and Tua's headed to IR. 37:50

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The Mariners get crushed by the Yankees last night and we need to talk about what Robles did. Was it dumb, selfish, boneheaded or all of the above?:30- Mariners Morning After- The Yankees beat up on the Mariners as Houston and Minnesota both win.:45- Tua has been placed on IR- a good move by Miami.By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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Betty Anne Keller, retired music promoter and producer of the acclaimed documentary 'Rock This Town' 1:10:59

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Betty Anne Keller is a retired music promoter, Manager of Arts Culture Festivals and Events for the City of Waterloo, and producer of the acclaimed documentary ’Rock This Town’ which captures how vibrant the Kitchener/Waterloo area was musically back in the ‘60s,‘70s and beyond. In this fascinating chat with Dan Hare, Betty Anne talks about: brinin…

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Furness Show 9-17: Anne McCoy, Joe Sheehan, Jon Ryan, Cougs Roundtable. 1:32:57

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The Mariners still have life in both the AL West and the wild card - but the Yankees are still playing for something. Finding a quarterback in college football is hard. Anne McCoy, Washington State Athletic Director tells Ian what the Apple Cup was like for her in the first year she's at the helm for WSU Athletics. What does the future hold for tha…

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H4: 9-17 Rick Neuheisel, the Bryce Young situation and one last thing. 36:57

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Rick Neuheisel (CBS Sports) makes his weekly visit to give us the latest on college football- Cougs Apple Cup win and the Huskies’ final play call- Dawgs start Big ten schedule- Key games this week and more!:30- Bryce Young was benched for Andy Dalton:45- We close out the show with one last thing!By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H3: 9-17 Gene Steratore, ABCs of the Mariners and Tua's future. 36:18

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Gene Steratore (CBS Rules Analyst) makes his regular weekly visit to discuss the questionable call from the weekend.Hip-drop tackles, PI’s and the Chiefs getting all the calls- Gene helps look at all of it.:30- ABCs of the Mariners- Q:- R:- S::45- Is there a chance Tua could play this weekend? Should he?…

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H2: 9-17 Headlines and Gregg Bell, Lofa Tatupu, FoF and Kelce Overload. 37:15

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Headlines and Gregg Bell with the latest 12th Man News:25- Lofa Tatupu (ALL Day Podcast) joins the show to give his thoughts on the 2-0 Seahawks and the win in New England.Plus, his message to Tua and thoughts on the Dolphins QB.Ashley makes her FoF pick.:45- Is Kelce Overload a thing? Are we getting too much Jason Kelce or is it is just enough?…

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H1: 9-17 It feels like it's been extra busy in the NFL, Is Geno the guy? Coach Bucky is here! 37:15

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MNF- Kirk Cousins’ late game heroics lift the Falcons past the Eagles and Cousins is just the latest QB that has everybody talking.Bryce Young benched by the PanthersLots of injury news in the NFL:30- Is Geno Smith the guy? Geno’s performance in week 2 has a lot of people talking, but can he be the guy to take the Seahawks to a Super Bowl?:45- Coac…

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How St. Phoebe is helping us hear more women’s voices in homilies 40:39

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When Ellie Hidalgo served as a pastoral associate at Dolores Mission Church in East Los Angeles, the priest asked her to lead Liturgy of the Word and Communion services on Thursdays to give him a day off. “I would often use stories of people acting with courage, loving their neighbor, serving as good Samaritans and living out Gospel values,” she sa…

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Furness Show 9-16: Hugh Millen, Eddie Olczyk, Molly Whop Monday, Mike Sando. 1:35:46

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Seahawks won and proved that good coaching actually wins. Ryan Grubb proved he can adjust a gameplan on the fly. Cougs win the Apple Cup and victory is back on the Palouse. There's a lot of room for improvement, but playing below their capability, they still start the season 2-0. Hardcore Football with Hugh Millen! Hugh starts things out with an in…

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H4: 9-16 MMQB with Coach Holmgren and Hugh Millen as Matt Hasselbeck joins the fun. 37:27

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Mike Holmgren and Matt Hasselbeck join Hugh and the guys as we continue with MMQB:30- Coach and Hugh continue with Chuck and Buck as we discuss yesterday’s Seahawks win.:45- One Last Thing with Coach Holmgren.By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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H3: 9-16 MMQB with Hugh Millen 38:48

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MMQB with Hugh MillenHugh helps us break down the key plays from yesterday’s Seahawks win over the Patriots:30- MMQB continues with Hugh- why couldn't the Seahawks stop Hunter Henry?:45- More MMQB with Hugh as he breaks down the final Husky play in the Apple Cup.By Chuck and Buck (KJRAM)

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