Best Bench Events Podcasts (2024)

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S8 Ep7: ICE COLD! COLE PALMER IS BACK! GW2/GW3 - FPL Family (Fantasy Premier League Tips 2024/2025) 1:25:54

25m ago1:25:54

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With Haaland splitting the community in pre-season, GW2 was always going to be a GW of the have and the have-nots. And those with Haaland, particularly those with the Triple Captain chip active, did very well indeed! However, those without will argue that the money they saved was spent on other premium assets that did well - like Heung-Min Son, who…

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Episode 240: Global Entrepreneur Christopher Terry... 22:05

1h ago22:05

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Rod, Scott, & Norm reconnect with international entrepreneur Christopher Terry to share opportunities to do business worldwide, especially in Africa...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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S8 Ep6: TRIPLE CAPTAIN HAALAND GW2? - FPL Family (Fantasy Premier League Tips 2024/2025) 1:21:47

1h ago1:21:47

1:21:47

So we're up and running, with many of the big hitters, demonstrating to us FPL managers why they cost us the big bucks! Mo Salah in particular, over-looked by many FPL managers, grabs his first double-digit haul of the season. Saka responds in kind, with a haul of his own, as Arsenal start well. Elsewhere, Isak captainers are frustrated by Schar's …

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Episode 239: Olympics Wrap-up, Academic Political Elitism... 20:26

26m ago20:26

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Rod, Scott, and Norm discuss topics including some interesting race observations during the recently completed Olympic games and the lack of accountability for government officials because they hail from Ivy League schools...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG w/ Rodolfo Landeros Fox/Apple Talking Leagues Cup What is up with Liga MX? How can we improve the tournament. Future of El Tri.. Wrexham is the goods, but don't call them UnderDog. Kylian ... 51:29

12m ago51:29

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S8 Ep5: OUR NEW FPL DRAFTS FOR GW1 - FPL Family (Fantasy Premier League Tips 2024/2025) 1:34:14

1d ago1:34:14

1:34:14

Sam and Lee are BACK for another season of FPL Family! We start to lock in our drafts, asses what we've learnt in pre-season and ask you guys to make your pre-season predictions! A massive THANK YOU for all your support watching, liking and sharing our videos! _________________________ 📊 Join the FPLFamily Sleeper PickEm League - WEEKLY PRIZES! htt…

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Episode 238: The Real Blacks On "45" Perspective... 20:19

5d ago20:19

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Rod, Scott, Norm double down on the false narrative that Black support for the "45th occupant of the white house" has been increasing especially in light of the Harris candidacy...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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S8 Ep3: Best DEFENDERS for FPL 2024/25 - FPL Family 29:54

6d ago29:54

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Sam and Lee take a deep dive into Midfielders, probably the most talked-about position in FPL. We look at Premiums, Mid-Priced and Bargain Basement players across all teams and discuss who's in our latest drafts. A massive THANK YOU for all your support watching, liking and sharing our videos! _________________________ 📊 Join the FPLFamily FPL Mini…

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S8 Ep4: Best FORWARDS for FPL 2024/25 - FPL Family 30:00

8d ago30:00

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Sam and Lee take a deep dive into the FPL Forwards, with a difference of opinion over our front threes. We look at Premiums, Mid-Priced and Bargain Basement players across all teams and discuss who's in our latest drafts. A massive THANK YOU for all your support watching, liking and sharing our videos! _________________________ 📊 Join the FPLFamily…

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Episode 237: The Harris Momentum... 20:06

23d ago20:06

20:06

Rod, Scott, and Norm examine the power behind the growing thrust in her campaign for President...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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S8 Ep2: Best MIDFIELDERS for FPL 2024/25 - FPL Family 42:42

28d ago42:42

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Sam and Lee take a deep dive into Midfielders, probably the most talked-about position in FPL. We look at Premiums, Mid-Priced and Bargain Basement players across all teams and discuss who's in our latest drafts. A massive THANK YOU for all your support watching, liking and sharing our videos! _________________________ 📊 Join the FPLFamily FPL Mini…

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Episode 236: Run Kamala Run For The Nation and For Sonya Massey... 21:48

18d ago21:48

21:48

Rod, Scott, and Norm take a fresh look at Vice President Harris as the dems new nominee for President and the energy it brings to the race while also providing hope for justice for the Sonya Masseys of the country...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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Episode 235: Our Indifference To The "Assassination Attempt"... 19:06

26d ago19:06

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Rod, Scott, and Norm discuss the lack of emotional investment and empathy regarding the supposed assassination attempt of the 45th occupant of the Oval Office and how press coverage of it has distracted from more pressing legal matters for the 34-time convicted felon...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG w/ Juan Arango - We roll up our sleeves on the perception of the 2024 Copa America. How soon will it come back to USA? Spain a EUROs run to remember. Argentina, should Messi end on top? And ... 59:34

27d ago59:34

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S8 Ep1: Haaland £15m! The most expensive FPL player EVER! | FPL Family 2024/25 43:28

1M ago43:28

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Lee and Sam are back for their 8th season of FPL Family! With the launch of FPL 24/25 imminent, we've already had plenty of player prices to talk about - as Official FPL tease us with attacking premiums and defensive bargains! We already have FPL's most expensive player EVER Erling Haaland and the biggest price rise EVER in Chelsea's Cole Palmer. I…

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The Soccer OG w/ Tony Cherchi Apple TV - The highs and lows of the 2024 Copa America. Final game for Messi/Argentina? Will it come back to the USA.. Gregg Berhalter is out for USMNT. The search for the ... 54:32

1M ago54:32

54:32

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Episode 234: Why We Hate Politics... 21:18

1M ago21:18

21:18

Rod, Scott, and Norm examine and detail the flaws in the American political system and why effectively everyone who isn't a politician hates the process...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG - Preparing for US Soccer decision on Gregg Berhalter - Brian Dunseth USMNT vet Apple TV joins to break down the options what USMNT requires to succeed. How Cristiano Ronaldo sabotaged Portugal ... 45:38

2M ago45:38

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Episode 233: Post Debate Fallout, Dem Bench Strength, MEI, Religion In Schools... 19:59

1M ago19:59

19:59

Rod, Scott, and Norm embark on another round-robin discussion focusing on more presidential debate aftermath including the "age" problem the dems are facing, the racism behind "MEI", and states enforcing hypocritical Christian values...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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Episode 232: Antiracism Champs & White Spouses? 20:33

2M ago20:33

20:33

Rod, Scott, and Norm raise a flag regarding the confusing issue of Black antiracism advocates who have non-Black and particularly spouses of European descent...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG with Jon Arnold Get ConcaCafed MLS/ESPN - Looking at all the logistics of Copa America. How do we improve the product. Is CONCACAF closing gap with South America? USA / Panama Preview & I ... 56:00

2M ago56:00

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Episode 231: Sold Negroes... 21:00

2M ago21:00

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Rod, Scott, and Norm blister Florida Congressman byron donald over his "Jim Crow" comments, the Black church in Detroit that hosted "45", and jay z supporting charter schools in Pennsylvania...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG with Michele Giannone TUDN - USMNT preparing for Copa America opener. Impressions Gregg Berhalter makes, good & bad. Weeks away from biggest soccer event in American history? What makes ... 59:25

2M ago59:25

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Episode 230: Jalen Hurts, LeBron James, The Women's Olympic Basketball Team, and the Lack of Progressive Support for DEI... 20:46

2M ago20:46

20:46

Rod, Scott, and Norm tackle subjects including the double standards in sports for Black athletes like the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback, the LA Lakers coaching search, the push to get a non-deserving player into the Olympics via women's basketball, and the missing fight against racist ideology by liberal progressives...…

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The Soccer OG - Recap USA VS Brazil w/ Charles Boehm USMNT reporter. What will Copa starting 11 look like? Gregg Berhalter system connecting? Copa America preview & Predictions - How far will USA go? Plus ... 54:38

2M ago54:38

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Episode 229: 34-0 and Intentional Dissonance... 19:10

2M ago19:10

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Rod, Scott, and Norm examine the potential repercussions of "45's" legal shutout in NYC and the impact of those who focus on false narratives that deny the obvious truths that are before them and the rest of the country...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG w/ Doug McIntyre of Fox Sports. Answering the biggest USMNT questions ahead of Copa America..Who misses the final squad? Euro 2024 Preview . Is Vini the best player on planet? Real Madrid ... 45:33

2M ago45:33

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The Soccer OG w/ Herculez Gomez - Ramping up the Copa America Preview.. Conca Champions Pachuca Vs Columbus - Liga MX Vs MLS.. Can Dortmund beat Real Madrid?? Changes to the Premier League, I think they ... 53:34

2M ago53:34

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Episode 228: The Democracy Lie 20:50

3M ago20:50

20:50

Rod, Scott, and Norm peel back the illusion that the United States is a democracy...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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Episode 227: More Important Things Than "Rappers Beefing"... 19:35

3M ago19:35

19:35

Rod, Scott, and Norm excoriate the attention being paid to a couple of self-promoting rappers that obscures many of the real problems and issues facing Black America...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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S7 Ep30: FPL 23/24 COMPLETE! CITY CHAMPIONS! - GW38 - FPL Family (Fantasy Premier League Tips 2023/2024) 1:10:28

3M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

So that's it for this season - City are crowned Champions, Luton are confirmed as relegated and we look back at an incredible season! We also find out whether #TeamLee or #TeamSam takes this year's #FPLFamily wooden spoon trophy - AND we reveal our GW1 predictions! How close were we to predicting who the FPL top points scorers would be? A massive T…

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#84 Ranch Water + Squatters, Spending Bills, Cannibalism, and Inner Monologues 1:35:57

3M ago1:35:57

1:35:57

Join the Whiskey Bench as Kat and Stephen discuss squatter rights, spending packages, cannibalism, and inner monologues. Ranch Water 3 oz. blanco tequila 1 1/2 oz. fresh lime juice (about 1 shot) Topo Chico, chilled Fresh lime wedge for garnish Add ice to your favorite glass, and pour in tequila and lime juice. Top of with Topo Chico, and garnish w…

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Episode 226: Critical Thinking For Black Folks... 19:57

3M ago19:57

19:57

Rod flies solo this week to focus on the subject of critical thinking and it's importance to Black America...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG w/ Walker Zimmerman Nashville SC & USMNT - Look back at 2022 World Cup, dealing w/ social media critics . Getting back to Nat'l team & soccer in the South. My Top 5 Americans playing in Europe ... 47:54

3M ago47:54

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S7 Ep29: GW38 FINAL WEEK DIFFERENTIALS - FPL Family (Fantasy Premier League Tips 2023/2024) 1:23:55

3M ago1:23:55

1:23:55

With plenty of football still to go in GW37, we look ahead to the finale! It's been a long, tough season and we're at the climax - with Josko Gvardiol owners delighted with his haul against Fulham in this week's main talking point. Arsenal put the pressure back on to City by beating United and Newcastle underwhelm against Brighton - leaving the Isa…

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Episode 225: Opposition to the Anti-DEI, Anti-Woke Crowd... 18:58

4M ago18:58

18:58

Rod, Scott, and Norm take on the lack of real pushback from our so-called allies and Black leaders to the proponents and supporters of white privilege who have made Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion their dog-whistle to incite their base...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG w/ Kyle Bonn Sporting News - Champions League Semis. What went wrong 4 Bayern? How Real Madrid pulled it off & big VAR/NO VAR decision. Final predictions. Kyle interview w/ USMNT Def. Chris ... 59:32

3M ago59:32

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S7 Ep28: GW37 BENCH BOOST CHAOS! - FPL Family (Fantasy Premier League Tips 2023/2024) 1:12:51

4M ago1:12:51

1:12:51

After a spirited comeback attempt by Spurs in the FPL Family derby, we're just about still talking to each other! Spurs looked poor though ahead of the big DGW37 and with plenty of injuries to deal with too, we'll look at how we're set up for the penultimate GW of the season - the last big double - and we're both Bench Boosting. A massive THANK YOU…

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Episode 224: To Our Jewish Friends, Dissent Is Not Anti-Semitic... 23:01

4M ago23:01

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Rod, Scott, and Norm open the discussion to dispel the notion that having a different view than the Jewish people who support the war in Gaza does not equate to anti-Semitism and that free speech must be protected for those who do...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG w/ USMNT & Colorado Rapids MF Djordje Mihailovic. Coming back to MLS & National team aspirations. Champions League Semis - Thomas Tuchel is the story. Conca Champions Final & How Italy/Serie ... 47:09

3M ago47:09

47:09

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S7 Ep27: WILDCARD SUCCESS OR FAIL? GW36 - FPL Family (Fantasy Premier League Tips 2023/2024) 1:24:11

4M ago1:24:11

1:24:11

We look back at the weekend's action, which saw (most likely) the end of Liverpool's title challenge and an interesting spat between Salah and Klopp, suggesting not all is well in the Anfield camp. Elsewhere, Newcastle relegate Sheffield United, with Isak and Gordon in superb form for Wildcarders that bought them in. Sam gives us her view from the …

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Episode 223: Stephen A Does A Jig For fox... 20:20

4M ago20:20

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Rod, Scott, and Norm do a triple takedown of the minstrel show act that is Stephen A Smith and how his reprehensible behavior has reached an embarrassing low point of performing for his "masters"...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG Podcast - La Liga games coming to USA in 2025! Aaron Timms of Guardian US joins to discuss exporting games from Europe to US. Where does it start/end?. Sergiño Dest out long term for USMNT ... 56:16

4M ago56:16

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S7 Ep26: GW35 WILDCARD: ACTIVE! - FPL Family (Fantasy Premier League Tips 2023/2024) 1:17:57

4M ago1:17:57

1:17:57

Phew! What a week of FPL action - and we're only halfway through, with many of us hoping for more points in the big GGW34. We assess how we're doing so far, as well as looking ahead to GW35 - a 'mini-double' with Spurs and Chelsea both playing twice. Lee's Wildcarding too, so we'll share a first draft. A massive THANK YOU for all your support watch…

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Episode 222: The Whack-a-mole Theory Of Competing Issues... 19:18

4M ago19:18

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Rod, Scott, and Norm expose the notion of a designed process that involves spreading so many different attention-requiring topics across the spectrum that makes it nearly impossible for the average interested citizen to track and absolutely impossible for the casually interested...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG Podcast w/ Pablo Ramirez Apple TV who broadcast 7 World Cups!! The relationship between MLS and Liga MX & USA and El Tri. Champions League QF magic. What up w/ Premier League? Story of ... 49:26

4M ago49:26

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S7 Ep25: GW34: BIG DOUBLE GAMEWEEK IS HEREl - FPL Family (Fantasy Premier League Tips 2023/2024) 1:17:05

4M ago1:17:05

1:17:05

Tonight we find Sam and Lee both in humble moods, after defeats for Spurs and Liverpool this weekend - compounded by a challenging FPL week - especially for Salah captainers. We look at all the weekend's action and look ahead to how we're shaping up for the big DGW34. A massive THANK YOU for all your support watching, liking and sharing our videos!…

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Episode 221: The Polling Myth Especially Black Poll Numbers... 20:57

5M ago20:57

20:57

Rod, Scott, and Norm charge in to challenge the veracity of the political polls in general but in particular the Black poll numbers that don't add up to their collective eyesight and don't pass the smell test...By Rod, Scott, & Norm

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The Soccer OG - Before Premier League on NBC, ESPN + or CBS Golazo there was Fox Sports World & Fox Soccer Channel - Join me, analyst Bobby McMahon / Exec Producer Dermot McQuarrie as we look back at crazy ... 1:01:00

4M ago1:01:00

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S7 Ep24: GW33: 3x Arsenal Players Essential? - FPL Family (Fantasy Premier League Tips 2023/2024) 1:12:28

5M ago1:12:28

1:12:28

Another frantic weekend of football comes to an end and we now turn our attention to GW33, with more than a glance over its shoulder to the big upcoming DGW34. Arsenal double-defence continues to pay handsomely for Lee and Sam's frustrated at what could've been for Ryan Ait-Nouri. Scores, Overall Ranks and thoughts for next week all coming up....! …

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