Best Sam Rees Podcasts (2024)

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8: Blindside: Charlie Beckett 32:58

3h ago32:58

32:58

What does the life of a journeyman rugby player hold? Charlie Beckett has recently retired from his playing career and started his new role as a coach at Loughborough Lightning. In this episode, Charlie lays clear the frankly astonishing mismanagement that goes on at some clubs and why players are right to be disloyal when it comes to jumping ship.…

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7: Cap Limits and the Limits of Fandom 37:27

6h ago37:27

37:27

Sam Roberts returns to the podcast after a week away and we discuss whether there's still a place for cap limits and national team selection restrictions in the modern game. Plus, we talk about how the relationship between fans and players might have changed.By The Whiteboard Rugby Podcast

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6: Blindside: James Harrington 37:31

2h ago37:31

37:31

Do you ever get the feeling that French rugby just works? If so, then our guest, James Harrington, will be able to tell you why. This Blindside ep, we wanted to learn all things JIFF and get a headstart as the new ProD2 and Top14 seasons kick off. This is a must listen if you want to watch French rugby this season!…

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5: Louis Rees-Zammit and Championship Optimism 33:30

8d ago33:30

33:30

Sam Roberts is currently sunning himself in the wilds of Spain, so we thought we'd call up a ringer in the shape of former player and current coach Charlie Beckett. Hot on the heels of the news about Louis Rees-Zammit's NFL career potentially ending and then looking like it will continue, we spoke about the benefits of this to rugby, plus, we spoke…

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4: Blindside: Tom Tainton 32:38

6h ago32:38

32:38

Like it or loathe it, a good social media game can make a massive difference when it comes to getting fans through the gate. One person who knows this better than most is Tom Tainton, COO of the Bristol Bears. Since 2018, the Bears have done things differently both on and off the pitch. Tom talks to Sam Roberts and Sam Larner about what they're doi…

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3: Player Markets and Qualifications 36:20

32m ago36:20

36:20

As teams put the finishing touches to their squads for the season, Sam Roberts and Sam Larner discuss whether the market is good for players or not. They also review all the signings who have left the Premiership and what that says about the differing power dynamics of the European leagues. Plus, Sam Larner tries to pick his way through the qualifi…

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2: Blindside: Carly Mackinnon 35:48

15d ago35:48

35:48

With rugby in the US reaching levels far in advance of what we've ever seen before, we thought we needed someone to tell us what this all means for the game over there. Carly Mackinnon is tied to the fabric of rugby in the US both as a player and as someone who has worked in communications for both MLR side the Seattle Seawolves and, currently, Rug…

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1: Seven's Success & Twickers for Sale 35:32

23d ago35:32

35:32

The Olympics have come to an end and both Sams are bereft at the lack of sport. They look bad fondly on their first Olympic experiences and the sports they fell in love with during those two week periods in the summer. Plus, they ask what rugby needs to do to capitalise on the enormous success it experienced in Paris. Plus, they ask if there is any…

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Lauren's Best of All Guests 42:12

2M ago42:12

42:12

This week, we are celebrating the end of Season 2 of the podcast. We are grateful to our amazing guests! Today we are featuring some of the best moments from all of our guests from seasons 1 and 2. It was hard to choose just one selection for each! This round-up represents a collection of conversations that I’m very proud of, and I loved this tour …

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When the Body Says No 22:55

2M ago22:55

22:55

In this solo episode, I get vulnerable with details about navigating health challenges and chronic pain. From recurring throat infections that led to removal of my tonsils as a teenager, to tendonitis that changed the way I play piano and led to changing career paths, I talk about how I’ve improved my relationship with myself and learned strategies…

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Announcing what I'm making in 2024: my third baby! 18:02

2M ago18:02

18:02

In this week’s podcast episode I make a very special announcement… I’m expecting a third boy in November! I open up about creative life and career with kids and how pregnancy affects singing. I have so much gratitude for my fiancé and my family. The excitement is building, and it’s been beyond sweet to see my sons already bonding with their baby br…

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Rethinking Creative Learning: Education Reform with Rée the Interdisciplinarian 1:02:05

2M ago1:02:05

1:02:05

Rée is a creative producer who develops and produces interdisciplinary projects impacting the next generation. As a “content” storyteller, not tied to one medium over another when it comes to creating compelling narratives, Rée has journeyed from educating to filmmaking and now into podcasting with her show Homeroom - a heartfelt journey through th…

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Poetry Book birthday: celebrating publishing after 1 yr 19:19

3M ago19:19

19:19

In this week’s episode I celebrate the one-year anniversary of the launch of my first self-published book of poems, Just Leaves. I’ve talked a lot about the journey leading up to the launch of my debut full-length poetry collection, and my appreciation for the support, positive reviews, and receiving reader photos of books in the wild with stories …

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The art of connection and creative success: Brie Stockwell 1:06:27

3M ago1:06:27

1:06:27

In this podcast episode I’m speaking with Brie Stockwell, a multi-passionate creative currently focused on nature photography. She also combines her arts experience with life coach training as a success coach for creatives. Our conversation dives into both her personal journey becoming a multi-passionate powerhouse, and also how she helps other cre…

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Podcast community, coaching singers, history into poetry: Lauren's news 44:16

3M ago44:16

44:16

In this week’s episode, I update you on the exciting projects I’ve been working on: podcasting, voice / singing coaching, and poetry. My tribute to community and podcasting has taken form in Podcast Pals, a bi-weekly community call for podcasters, podcast producers or editors, and people who want to guest on shows or start their own. It’s a space w…

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Composing music career balance: Jessica Stuart on scoring a viral doc soundtrack, songwriters’ series, confident competence 1:18:13

3M ago1:18:13

1:18:13

Jessica Stuart is a multi-instrumentalist and an acclaimed songwriter with an international fan base. Not only taking the lead on stage, she’s also a skilled producer and in-demand side person working across genres. I've known Jessica for over a decade and have been inspired by her since our collaborations on stage as performing songwriters. I was …

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Motherhood in song: jazz musician & educator Brenda Earle Stokes 1:03:51

4M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

I was excited to speak with Brenda Earle Stokes, an award-winning jazz musician and innovative music educator based in NYC, and originally from Sarnia, Ontario. I too was raised in small town Ontario and taught piano for years, and I love learning from how other musicians, especially other women and mothers, have approached their career growth and …

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Best-selling voice coach Samara Bay on Permission to Speak 1:14:19

4M ago1:14:19

1:14:19

Before even launching this podcast, I knew I wanted to bring Samara Bay onto the show to talk about the importance of public speaking, changing what power sounds like, and creating a better world by giving ourselves permission to speak. Once I saw the impact she was having through her acclaimed Substack publication, I felt even more inspired to dig…

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Wellbeing in Entrepreneurship: Lucy Cullen's burnout recovery and reinvention 1:03:20

4M ago1:03:20

1:03:20

I had the pleasure of chatting with Lucy Cullen - a sustainability pioneer, musician, and wellbeing-focused business coach for entrepreneurs. A doer at heart, Lucy started multiple first-of-their-kind companies to create a real environmental impact by addressing food waste. However it was this “hustle queen” lifestyle that led to a major burnout tu…

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Subculture scene to digital collaboration: Lauralee Sheehan 56:04

4M ago56:04

56:04

Lauralee Sheehan, founder of Digital 55, is pioneering innovative, cross-platform digital storytelling. I first met Lauralee during my indie music scene days in early 20s Toronto. We were both trying to figure out the music publishing world and dreamed of making it big in the local performance scene. I always admired her band’s bold audiovisual sty…

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Podcasting is better with friends: S1 Deep Dive Debrief 1:47:23

4M ago1:47:23

1:47:23

Lauren and her co-producer Sam have a celebratory debrief about the first season of Lauren’s Best. Join in the laughs and groans as they relive the highs and lows of production in this behind the scenes chat, from insights into the emergent creative collaboration process, to cable mismanagement and mic choices. - - - Join Lauren’s Best on Substack …

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Writer and literary agent Cody Caetano 59:04

5M ago59:04

59:04

I’ve been looking forward to interviewing writer Cody Caetano since reading his debut memoir. I read it quickly, washed with emotion and enjoying the gripping ride of comedy and compassion, carried by relentless clarity and childhood imagination. The compelling style and deeply reflective storyline drew me in. I knew that speaking with Cody would b…

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Food culture creative Robin Radomski on social business 58:23

6M ago58:23

58:23

Robin Radomski is a creative soul who left her corporate job to start her own boutique agency in Toronto, where she crafts captivating stories through videos and photos with a specific focus on restaurants and food brands. She started her first food account as a graduate school project and grew it from a single photo to signing brand sponsorships, …

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Playful photos & joyful expression with Sophia Lemon 1:12:37

6M ago1:12:37

1:12:37

“Happiness and creativity are intertwined.” This conversation is with one of my first creative collaborators. Sophia Lemon photographs ridiculously happy people. We talk about how to worry less and… just go for it! Sophia shares what her clients have taught her about how to make unforgettable moments through being both spontaneous and thoughtful. W…

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Voice Matters: Stephanie Keiko Kong on speaking powerfully 1:37:00

6M ago1:37:00

1:37:00

“It's incredibly rewarding to see someone transform their relationship with their own voice and become a more effective speaker as a result." Seasoned voice coaches Stephanie Keiko Kong and Lauren dish about infinity, perfection and the transformative power of expression. With a tribute to Hawai’i bus announcements and a harrowing story of music th…

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Championing Change: Beyond the finish line with Valerie Jerome 55:10

6M ago55:10

55:10

Valerie Jerome, former Olympic athlete, teacher and advocate, talks about her remarkable journey, from breaking barriers in sports to her impact through 35 years of teaching. She reveals the relief found in writing her memoir “Races: The Trials and Triumphs of Canada’s Fastest Family”, and gives us a glimpse into what it took to overcome gatekeepin…

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Embracing the unexpected: Rebecca Ogilvie on creating The Detour CO 51:45

7M ago51:45

51:45

Lauren talks to Rebecca Ogilvie about how embracing her life’s surprising detours with humour and resilience led to the creation of The Detour CO, a natural skincare brand. From quitting her job to travel the world and blogging, to the creative side of designing experiences, she reveals her strategies for connecting with heart. Reflecting on her jo…

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New to poetry? How to start, reading tips, finding your new favourite poems 18:30

7M ago18:30

18:30

Inspired by a curious reader’s first encounter with poetry, through Lauren’s book “Just Leaves”, and drawing from her own experiences, Lauren reassures us that it's okay if you don’t immediately love or fully understand poetry. With poetry, you can pick it up or put it down when you feel like it, you don't need a cozy spot or a comfy seat and, much…

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Is embracing nervousness the key to thriving under pressure? 37:34

7M ago37:34

37:34

Stomach butterflies? Shaking hands? Negative thoughts? Lauren shows you how to take back control of your nerves with simple tools to embrace discomfort as an important part of your path to success. Even confident people get nervous before a project, performance or presentation, and now you too can learn the mindset needed to enjoy every part of the…

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How do influence and intuition intersect in the creative process? 29:50

7M ago29:50

29:50

Lauren explores how to recognize and harness your inner voice, while balancing external influences on your creative projects. Emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and empathy, she encourages a mindful approach to creativity and invites you to embrace your unique journey with authenticity and resilience. - - - Join Lauren’s Best on Substack …

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Ali Hassan on writing and good humoured advice 1:00:40

7M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Lauren sits down with Ali Hassan for a candid chat about his memoir "Is There Bacon in Heaven?” They unpack the layers of his creative journey, exploring the fusion of humour and personal growth. Beyond the book, they talk about Ali's involvement in podcasts and the pair delves into the challenges of modern parenting, offering insights on navigatin…

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SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK: A Perfect Gateway Into Horror? 53:52

8M ago53:52

53:52

What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we discuss 2019's Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark; We wonder if this film succeeds in potentially introducing young adults to horror, while working our way through all the cliches - Everybody loves a cliche, right?

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Decoding creativity: how to know if your work is good and finished? 25:55

8M ago25:55

25:55

Today, Lauren Best tackles the question "How do you know when something you make is good or finished?" Sharing insights from her past and present, Lauren highlights the importance of trusting your own judgment in the creative process. Thank you to Nic Jasper for the question, and Maxine Iharosy, mentioned in reference to space for the mystery and f…

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Unveiling the inspiration and motivation behind Lauren’s Best 34:55

8M ago34:55

34:55

Explore Lauren Best's creative journey in her newly minted solo podcast, focusing on personal growth, transformative creativity, and embracing your unique voice. Join Lauren’s Best on Substack to be the first to comment on new episodes and receive detailed show notes with links to loads of free resources: laurenbest.substack.com Give the gift of po…

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30 DAYS OF NIGHT: These Are No Twilight Vamps 49:08

8M ago49:08

49:08

What's up, revellers and weirdos! What better way to start the new year than to visit the cold, isolated town of Barrow, Alaska, along with a bunch of blood thirsty vampires.

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AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON: Redefining A Classic 42:53

11M ago42:53

42:53

What's up, revellers and weirdos! We're back for Spooky Season! Join us this episode as we discuss 1981's An American Werewolf In London directed by John Landis.

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Justin Tuck Interview, Notre Dame and New York Giants Great 12:53

11M ago12:53

12:53

Former Notre Dame great Justin Tuck joins Nick Shepkowski to discuss Fighting Irish football halfway through the 2023 season. Why did he choose Notre Dame when he grew up in the heart of SEC Country? What are his thoughts on Marcus Freeman a year-and-a-half into his tenure? And should he have won at least one Super Bowl MVP instead of Eli Manning? …

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S1 - E4: Real-life 'Rudy' Ruettiger Interview 32:33

1+ y ago32:33

32:33

Need a bit of inspiration? What better way than to hear from the man who one of the all-time greatest sports movies was made about? Daniel 'Rudy' Ruettiger joins Nick Shepkowski in this episode of Fighting Irish Wired and gives you a bit of inspiration and motivation before sharing some of his stories from his time at Notre Dame. The conversation s…

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S1 - E3: Defending Tommy Rees 29:02

1+ y ago29:02

29:02

Nick Shepkowski and Jeff Feyerer break down why Notre Dame's offense has more than just a chance to be really special in 2023. The addition of Sam Hartman coupled with an elite offensive line and great backfield should make for a very happy Tommy Rees this fall. Nick and Jeff discuss the highs and lows of Rees as offensive coordinator and why he's …

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S1 - E2: Sam Hartman Excitement 23:53

1+ y ago23:53

23:53

Notre Dame has landed perhaps the biggest name in the transfer portal this off-season. What does the addition of Sam Hartman mean for Notre Dame in 2023? What does his skill-set help improve most on the Irish? And what does it mean for Tyler Buchner and the rest of a steadily improving quarterback room in the months and years to come? Nick Shepkows…

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S1 - E1: Gator Bowl Recap 19:39

1+ y ago19:39

19:39

It was a thrilling Gator Bowl victory for Notre Dame over South Carolina. The debut episode of the Fighting Irish Wired podcast breaks down the game and all of the crazy happenings in it. What does it mean for Tyler Buchner long-term? Tommy Rees called a perfect game. Until he didn't. But then he made up for that. 2023 offensive excitement. Defensi…

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HONEYMOON: We Regret Watching This One 36:37

2y ago36:37

36:37

What's up, revellers and weirdos! Join us this episode as we discuss 2014's Honeymoon directed by Leigh Janiak (Fear Street trilogy). Sam regrets watching this movie. James reveals his childhood fear of being abducted by aliens. Find out how many times we can say 'Honeymoon' in one episode. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts,…

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THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD: The Cure For Zombie Fatigue 24:45

2+ y ago24:45

24:45

What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we discuss 1985's THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD, directed by Dan O'Bannon -- The second sweatiest horror we've watched from 1985! Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.…

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LIFEFORCE: Nocturnal Admissions 38:04

2+ y ago38:04

38:04

What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we discuss 1985's LIFEFORCE, directed by Tobe Hooper -- The horniest horror movie we have ever seen! Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.

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MORBIUS: Partly cloudy with a moderate breeze 13:54

2+ y ago13:54

13:54

This episode, James gives us his hot take on MORBIUS, "a new Marvel legend." Yeah... you keep telling yourself that, Sony (rolls eyes).

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HEREDITARY: The Problem with Elevated Horror 43:47

2+ y ago43:47

43:47

What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we take a swing at Ari Aster's Hereditary, laying out why "elevated horror" is elitist [explicit deleted], and somehow this leads to a discussion on foot fetish. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.…

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THE THING: John Carpenter's Underappreciated Masterpiece 34:46

2+ y ago34:46

34:46

We finally reached our 50th episode, and Sam hasn't quit! Rejoice! To celebrate, we discuss James's all time favourite horror: John Carpenter's THE THING! If you're feeling generous, please rate and review us. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.

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UNDERWATER: Adapting Lovecraft 30:30

2+ y ago30:30

30:30

What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we sink to the murky depths to face some Lovecraftian beasties in 2020's UNDERWATER. We talk about the film's many influences, defending Kristen Stewart's acting, THAT surprise appearance of a major horror icon, and much more! Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appre…

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THE FACULTY: When Teen Angst Meets Alien Body Snatchers 34:16

2+ y ago34:16

34:16

In between the cat interrupting us and Sam randomly giggling, we discuss 1998's THE FACULTY. We talk about body snatching tropes, horny alien parasites, Josh Hartnett's dodgy 90s haircut, and much more! Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.…

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SCREAM: Deconstruction Of The Slasher Genre 38:07

2+ y ago38:07

38:07

What's up revellers and weirdos! In honour of blatantly cashing in on the new movie, this episode we're discussing the OG SCREAM, directed by Wes Craven. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.

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