Best Earl Ross Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 71: Sharpstown High School Head football Coach Earl Westbrooks 21:26

2h ago21:26

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Texas HS Football Podcast: Episode 70, LB Charles Ross and DL Travis Buhake 17:20

7d ago17:20

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast episode, Taylor Arenz interviews North Shore High School linebacker and LSU commit Charles Ross, and Mansfield Summit defensive lineman and University of Houston commit Travis Buhake. Charles Ross shares his rigorous summer training schedule and the motivation gained from last season's near miss. He discusses…

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Texas HS Football Podcast: Episode 69, WR Andrew Marsh and OT Ryan Fodje 19:26

15d ago19:26

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast episode, Taylor Arenz interviews Andrew Marsh, a four-star wide receiver from Katy Jordan, and Ryan Fodje, an offensive lineman from Bridgeland committed to Oklahoma. Andrew Marsh discusses his rigorous summer training schedule, balancing schoolwork with football practice, and his recruitment journey. He plan…

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Pod Like A Hole: Willie Nelson Part 2 of 2 - Red Headed Stranger Track by Track 1:32:40

9d ago1:32:40

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On the 4th of July 2024, Pod Like A Hole is celebrating by uploading our discussion of Willie Nelson's The Red Headed Stranger. This concept album is a Sunday morning favorite in one of the hosts homes, and the boys seem to all agree that it's status as an All American Classic is no fluke. Willie bet on himself (and the talents of his sister Bobbi …

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"Voices from Gettysburg" with Allen Guelzo 57:51

11d ago57:51

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Gathering a treasure trove of powerful, rare, and haunting original documents, New York Times bestselling author and award-winning historian Allen C. Guelzo presents a uniquely readable and intimate oral history of the Civil War's turning point. We hear from a Union staff officer, a Confederate amputee, artilleryman, a sympathetic Northern woman, a…

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Hardcore Keem: From Local Venues to Metalcore Vanguard 40:32

16d ago40:32

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This week, we chat with the dynamic figure himself Hardcore Keem, about his rise from local venues to becoming a key player in the electronic metalcore music landscape. We highlight his collaboration with Jonny from The Browning, which resulted in unforgettable tours and performances that solidified their bond and mutual respect. From street moshes…

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Jose Garcia: Ultra Running to Weightlifting 1:02:53

17d ago1:02:53

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Listen to how a dedicated runner shifts gears and picks up a barbell? Join us as we catch up with Jose Garcia, who shares his transformative journey from ultra running to weightlifting. With a newborn on the way, Jose's life has been a whirlwind of change, and he opens up about how his "sabbatical" turned into a period of intense physical transform…

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April Calendar Club Challenge w/ The Maricopa Cowboy 46:44

18d ago46:44

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What happens when a Midwestern soul with a penchant for saying "howdy" finds himself in the heart of Arizona's trail running scene? Meet Ty Larson, the Maricopa Cowboy, whose journey from Wisconsin to the high deserts of Arizona is nothing short of inspiring. We chat about his unique experiences of running the April Calendar Club Challenge, the cam…

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Vegas Ventures & Multi-Sport Mastery with Brock Betzler 1:20:58

18d ago1:20:58

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Brock Betzler is back to talk about Nick's 24-hour trip to Las Vegas. From the thrill of a live concert to the unexpected encounters with famous personalities, we've got stories that will make you laugh and maybe crave a trip to Sin City. Hear our take on the optimal duration for a Vegas getaway, the stylish chaos of Cowboy Christmas, and the surpr…

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Texas HS Football Podcast Episode 68: Kerry Therwhanger and Patrick Gandy from Timpson 21:32

1M ago21:32

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Send us a Text Message. n this podcast episode, Taylor Arenz interviews recently retired Coach Kerry Therwhanger and new head coach Patrick Gandy from the Timpson Bears, who clinched their first-ever state championship this past season. Coach Therwhanger reflects on his 38-year coaching career and the joy of winning a state title before retirement.…

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Texas HS Football Podcast Episode 67: Featuring 3A D1 State Champions Malakoff Tigers Head Coach and Athletic Director Jamie Driskell 15:23

1M ago15:23

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast episode, Taylor Arenz interviews Jamie Driskell, Athletic Director and Head Coach of the Malakoff Tigers, the reigning state champions. Head Coach Jamie Driskell shares the excitement of winning the state championship and the community's celebrations, including parades and fireworks. He also discusses the mov…

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Pod Like A Hole: Willie Nelson Part 1 of 2 - The man, the myth, the bandana. 2:02:42

1M ago2:02:42

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Willie Nelson is many things: a lover, a traveler, a Texan, a guitar player, smoker, outlaw, hero, poet, fashion icon, actor, activist, philanthropist, gunslinger, wiseacre, animal lover, brother, father, husband (four times over), Hellraiser, braids and beard enthusiast, but most of all Willie is a friend to all. In this episode of Pod Like A Hole…

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Texas HS Football Podcast Episode 66: Dr. Rod Jay Turner Jr. 27:24

2M ago27:24

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast episode, Taylor Arenz interviews Dr. Rod Jay Turner Jr., a primary care and sports medicine specialist, to explore the intersection of healthcare and sports. Dr. Turner shares his journey, from obtaining a bachelor's in molecular and cellular biology from Vanderbilt University to earning a master's and medica…

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"Pennsylvania Government and Politics" with Thomas Baldino and Paula Duda Holoviak 57:18

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This book provides a comprehensive examination of the Keystone State's formal and informal political institutions and players, past and present, and elucidates the place each holds in governing the commonwealth today. Covering a period of more than three hundred years, this volume presents a clear and succinct overview of the commonwealth's politic…

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Episode 65: Featuring Rod McLain, President of Texas Association of Sports Officials 37:30

2M ago37:30

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast episode, Taylor Arenz sits down with Rod McLain, the President of the Texas Association of Sports Officials (TASO), to delve into the challenging yet rewarding world of high school football officiating in Texas. McLain shares his journey, starting from being inspired by his barber to becoming an official for …

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"Work, Fight, Or Play Ball" with William Ecenbarger 48:07

2M ago48:07

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In 1918, Bethlehem Steel started the world's greatest industrial baseball league. Appealing to Major League Baseball players looking to avoid service in the Great War, teams employed "ringers" like Babe Ruth, Rogers Hornsby, and Shoeless Joe Jackson in what became scornfully known as "safe shelter" leagues. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/membership-sig…

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Episode 64: Featuring 2024 State Champion Head Coaches Nathan Hayes and Seth Parr 22:27

2M ago22:27

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Send us a Text Message. Host Taylor Arenz talks with former Benjamin Mustangs Head Coach Nathan Hayes and current Anna Coyotes Athletic Director and Head Coach Seth Parr. Nathan Hayes led Benjamin to back-to-back 1A Division 2 Texas High School Football State Championships and told Taylor all about his team's domination these last few seasons. Tayl…

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"Gen X Pittsburgh" with David Rullo 57:39

2M ago57:39

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Beginning in the early 1990s, Pittsburgh's South Side neighborhood began to transform from the post-industrial morass it had been suffering for the last few decades. Artists began to rent empty apartments, what were once shot-and-a-beer bars became hip dive bars and entrepreneurs found inexpensive real estate to follow their visions. It was in this…

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"Harrisburg in WWI and the 1918 Pandemic" with Rodney Ross 52:13

2M ago52:13

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In 1917, at the start of World War I, among global war and a global pandemic, Harrisburgers stepped up and served. The city experienced tribulations as residents feared espionage, suspected foreigners and demanded loyalty. Hospitals struggled with the 1918 flu at their doorstep. Join author Rodney Ross as he charts the World War I era and the Harri…

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Siouxsie and the Banshees: "Juju" 2:28:29

2M ago2:28:29

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WE'VE GOT BATS IN OUR BELFRY!!!!! Grey would be the colour if we only had a way to colour-coat episodes. It's Goth Month here on Pod Like a Hole, so get out your choker, get your eyeliner, and pick a safeword , we are covering Siouxsie and the Banshees and it is getting DARK. It is Intern Eric's final pick of the season, and does he go out with a b…

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Episode 63: Featuring Aledo Bearcats Head Football Coach Robby Jones 19:25

3M ago19:25

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Send us a Text Message. This week, host Taylor Arenz talks with Robby Jones, the Head Football Coach of the Aledo Bearcats. Robby Jones led his team to back-to-back 5A Division I Texas High School Football State Championships, their 10th and 11th in team history. You will enjoy getting to know Coach Jones and hear how Aledo continues to dominate Cl…

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100 Summits w/ Andrew Okerlund and Ross James 1:10:45

2M ago1:10:45

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Meet Andrew Okerlund the youngest to conquer Washington's 100 tallest peaks—the Bulgers—in a single season. Andrew and Ross James sit down to talk about their journey that is shot in a compelling documentary titled "100 Summits Bulgers in a season.” We're taking you behind the scenes of this monumental endeavor, from Andrew and Ross’s phenomenal di…

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Episode 62: Featuring Gunter Tigers Athletic Director & Head Football Coach, Jake Fieszel 17:24

3M ago17:24

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Send us a Text Message. This week, host Taylor Arenz talks with Jake Fieszel, the Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at Gunter High School. Get to know Coach Fieszel, who led his team to back-to-back 3A Division II Texas High School Football State Championships. A special thank you to our podcast sponsor, Laser Combines. Laser Combines knows…

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Pod Like A Hole: Mastodon Part 3 - Emperor of Sand Track by Track 2:58:40

3M ago2:58:40

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Pod Like A Hole: Mastodon Part 3 - Emperor of Sand Track by Track The hosts riff and theorize about the journey of the Wanderer as he goes toe to toe with the Sultan on Mastodon's 2017 release: Emperor of Sand. This is the 3rd and final Mastodon episode in this Pod Like A Hole mini season. The first episode covered their history, the second was a d…

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Episode 61: Featuring Duke Manyweather, Owner of OL Masterminds 43:58

3M ago43:58

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Send us a Text Message. This week, host Taylor Arenz speaks with Duke Manyweather, known as the premier offensive line guru in the NFL. Duke trains and prepares offensive linemen for the NFL draft and serves as the off-season trainer for the OL stars in the league. "Big Duke" is the go-to authority on the men in the trenches. In this podcast, he of…

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Episode 60: Featuring Texas A&M University Director of Football Strength and Conditioning Tommy Moffitt 52:36

3M ago52:36

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Send us a Text Message. This week, host Taylor Arenz talks with Tommy Moffitt, the Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach at Texas A&M University. With over 30 years of experience, Moffitt is considered one of the best in the business! Tommy Moffitt shares essential insights that athletes, parents, and coaches need to know regarding how stre…

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Strides of Strength, Steps of Recovery with Devin Turner 1:06:13

3M ago1:06:13

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Have you ever considered lacing up your running shoes and taking on a marathon with minimal training? That's exactly what Devin Turner did, propelled by a fierce sibling rivalry and an innate competitive streak. Join us as we sit down with this extraordinary athlete and explore her journey from casual competitor to marathon runner. We discuss the c…

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Episode 59: Featuring Port Neches- Groves Head Football Coach Jeff Joseph 38:28

4M ago38:28

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Send us a Text Message. This week, host Taylor Arenz talks with Texas High School football state champion Port Neches-Groves Head Coach Jeff Joseph! He led his team to the state finals two years in a row, and this past season, he took the 5A D2 state title home to PNG for the first time since 1975. We talked about that thrilling game and his journe…

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Navigating the Course with Brock. 12:37

3M ago12:37

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Life has a way of ushering us into the depths of introspection, especially when the calendar flips its pages to the end of the year. As I reconnected with a young man with a wise Ol’ soul, Brock Betzler, I found myself unraveling the complex tapestry of joy and burden that had woven itself into my life, leading to an impromptu pause in our regular …

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"George Washington in the French & Indian War" with Scott Patchan 56:42

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George Washington has frequently been criticized for his first military campaign, which sparked the French and Indian War. While his campaign failed to meet its objectives, Washington experienced his first taste of military command, dealing with situations that ultimately proved beyond his control, and learned lessons that made him into the man who…

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Episode 58: Featuring Head Coaches Mike Reed and Denney Faith 34:39

4M ago34:39

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Send us a Text Message. This week, host Taylor Arenz talks with Texas High School football state champion coaching legends, Mike Reed of 1A D1, the Gordon Longhorns Head Coach, and Denney Faith, 2A D2 Albany Lions Head Coach. Hear about how the off-season is going, their 2023 state championship run, and more! You will enjoy getting to know these gr…

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Earl Wayne Ballew and the Enigma of Paranormal Creatures 1:02:05

3M ago1:02:05

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Could Bigfoot be more than just an elusive giant in the woods, perhaps even an interdimensional being with capabilities beyond our current scientific understanding? Join me as I sit down with the ever-intriguing Earl Wayne Ballew, a man of melodic talent and a keen interest in the cryptic lore of Bigfoot. We commence our auditory journey by applaud…

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How Two Students Reinvented Rodeo Training Equipment 20:51

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When the cramped confines of a college dorm room sparked a flash of innovation, Steele Shumway and Isaac Ballew didn't just see walls; they saw opportunities. Today's guests, the dynamic duo behind Outback Dummy Company, bring us an engaging narrative of their journey from necessity-driven inventors to emerging stars of the rodeo practice equipment…

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Episode 57: Chase Griffin, 2-Time NIL Athlete of the Year 48:08

4M ago48:08

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Send us a Text Message. This week, host Taylor Arenz speaks with Hutto HS alumnus and UCLA quarterback Chase Griffin! Chase is making a name for himself by advocating for athletes' NIL rights and is a two-time NIL Athlete of the Year who has even spoken to Congress on behalf of NIL. Chase discusses how Texas high school football prepared him for co…

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Pod Like A Hole: Mastodon Part 2 - Discography Round Table 1:56:15

4M ago1:56:15

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In what is one of my favorite talks this podcast has had, the hosts walk through the entire Mastodon discography - short of the track by track talk of Emperor of Sand and a Cold Dark Place that will be the bulk of the next episode. Starts with Call of the Mastodon, ends with Hushed and Grim. How many different ways can three 40ish Dads say "wow thi…

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Episode 56: UIL Director of Athletics Ray Zepeda 36:32

4M ago36:32

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Send us a Text Message. We are back! Excited to kick off the 3rd Season of the Texas High School Podcast. Football season is only 5 months away, and yes, we are counting down the days till kick-off! We kick off Season 3 of the podcast with an informative interview with UIL Director of Athletics Ray Zepeda. In this episode, Taylor asked the question…

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"The Game that Saved the NHL" with Ed Gruver 57:20

4M ago57:20

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In late 1975 and early 1976, at the height of the Cold War, two of the Soviet Union's long-dominant national hockey teams traveled to North America to play an eight-game series against the best teams in the National Hockey League. The culmination of the "Super Series" was reigning Soviet League champion HC CSKA Moscow's face-off against the defendi…

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Pod Like A Hole: Mastodon Part 1 - who are they and who influenced them. 1:49:33

4M ago1:49:33

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Washing upon the beach of your shipwrecked life is another episode of Pod Like a Hole. The first of 3 episodes dedicated to the mighty Mastodon of the south. Episode 1 (this episode) we cover the band's formation, the 4 members of this band, and the bulk of the discussion is the influences and peers that helped shape their sound. If you are a fan o…

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56: "Never Quit!" Navy SEAL Sniper John Collins 2:05:20

4M ago2:05:20

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"Never Quit! On this inspiring episode of the "Send Me" podcast by SOCOM Athlete, host Jason Sweet is joined by Navy SEAL Sniper and K9 handler John Collins. John is the definition of the phrase "Never Quit." He went through 6 different BUD/S classes and nearly 3 Hell Weeks before finally graduating BUD/S and becoming a Navy SEAL. Throughout the ep…

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"Telling of the Anthracite" with Philip Mosley 59:06

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"Telling of the Anthracite" explores the various ways in which anthracite history has been represented and remembered since 1960, the chosen date for the start of the "posthistorical" era coinciding approximately with the Knox mine disaster (1959) and the beginning of the Centralia mine fire (1962-), two cataclysmic and fateful events that symboliz…

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55: LIVE Q&A with Medal of Honor recipient MSG Earl Plumlee 1:11:28

5M ago1:11:28

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This exciting and educational episode features LIVE Q&A with Medal of Honor recipient MSG Earl Plumlee from SOCOM Athlete students and listeners from across the United States. The Medal of Honor is the United States Armed Forces' highest military decoration, and is awarded to recognize warriors who have distinguished themselves by heroic acts of va…

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"That Our Daughters May Be as Cornerstones" with Chad Leinaweaver 50:40

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Irving College was the first college to offer degrees in the arts and sciences to women and that two of its buildings still stand to this day. Named after famed author Washington Irving, this college for women was part of a nationwide trend in the nineteenth century to finally educate women, but a trend that was always fraught with opposition. pcnt…

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Fugazi - The Argument 2:36:16

5M ago2:36:16

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Well the dust is still settling from the betrayal that was our System of a Down episode, and it is positively palpable in the air. However, this ravaged warground is the perfect location for the power of Fugazi's "The Argument". Steve, Marc, and Eric spin this 2001 album, discuss DC Hardcore, the Dischord Records scene, the Post-Hardcore genre havi…

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"On a Great Battlefield" with Jennifer Murray 57:13

5M ago57:13

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Of the more than seventy sites associated with the Civil War era that the National Park Service manages, none hold more national appeal and recognition than Gettysburg National Military Park. In "On a Great Battlefield," Jennifer M. Murray chronicles the administration of the National Park Service and how it educates the public about the battle and…

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54: Medal of Honor Earl Plumlee 1:59:26

5M ago1:59:26

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The Medal of Honor is the United States Armed Forces' highest military decoration, and is awarded to recognize warriors who have distinguished themselves by heroic acts of valor. On this episode of the "Send Me" podcast by SOCOM Athlete, host Jason Sweet is joined by MSG Earl Plumlee, who was awarded the Medal of Honor in 2021. A Green Beret of 1st…

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Justin Wells Echoes of the South in Song and Soul 54:22

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Embark on a captivating odyssey as we chat with the incomparable Justin Wells, tracing the arc of his musical voyage from the Southern Rock vibes of Fifth on the Floor to his solo achievements. With a frankness that's as refreshing as it is rare, Justin elucidates the nuances of his artistic evolution, favoring heartfelt self-expression over the ri…

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Strumming Through the Dust: Dusty Rust's Journey Across Music and Day Job 55:18

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As the intoxicating strum of a guitar melds with the raw honesty of a country ballad, we welcome Dusty Rust to our sonic stage. He's not just another musician; Dusty embodies the rugged spirit of country music paired with the practical hands of a commercial contractor. Strap in for a wild ride through Drywall dust to the twang of steel guitars, as …

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Bucking Challenges with Brock Betzler 1:04:53

6M ago1:04:53

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Ever found yourself at a crossroads between chasing a dream and the hard-hitting reality of life's curveballs? Brock Betzler, a 22-year-old welder with his heart set on the rodeo arena, joins us to share his story of resilience amidst job instability and his burning desire to master the broncs. His journey isn't just about personal glory; it's a te…

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Travis Nelson 38:33

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Travis Nelson is headlining Jokers Comedy Club in Richland, Washington, this Friday and Saturday, February 2-3. As I sat down with the towering Cerebral Comedian himself, Travis Nelson, we couldn't help but trade stories that ranged from the heartwarming to the downright hilarious. The high seas of cruise line comedy, the ebb and flow of personal w…

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Pod Like A Hole -System Of A Down : Toxcity 2:50:01

6M ago2:50:01

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We had to do a Nu Metal episode. One hosts lived and breathed it during his teens, a real Jinco Wallet Chain nerd. Another host dabbled in the scene, sometimes to just check on his friend and make sure he wasn't too far gone. A third host was drafted into the No Limit army at the time and was too busy fighting on battles on the Sun Coasts and misse…

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