Best Farm Recruitment Podcasts (2024)

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[WEEKEND EXTRA] Is the Ayo Dosunmu BREAKOUT Season Coming? 12:07

1d ago12:07

12:07

Former Illini great Ayo Dosunmu is entering his fourth season in the NBA. In this weekend edition of Locked On Illini, Morris Bankston who covers the Bulls for @OnTapSportsNet , comes on the show to discuss Ayo's first three seasons and where he projects Ayo's career trajectory moving forward. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all…

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Illini Suffer Devastating Injury to Offense | Is Iowa the Most Underrated Team by Las Vegas Books? 28:59

2d ago28:59

28:59

Less than 3 weeks until kickoff and the Fighting Illini got word that they will be without their perceived starting tight end Cole Rusk. Today we look into just how much of an impact this will have on the offense and the team overall. Also, we bring on Jeffrey (@Jeffreythegreek) from the Eyes on the Big Ten Podcast to give us a season preview for t…

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[Editorial] Time for the Illini to Give Brad Underwood a Lifetime Contract | Illini Podcast 26:21

3d ago26:21

26:21

Today, we have an episode that many won't agree with. Host Sunny Verma lays out his reasons he thinks that the Fighting Illini and Brad Underwood should link themselves for the remainder of Brad's career. Later, Sunny is joined by Kent from @CasualBigTen who explains why Sunny may be a little too overzealous in trying to hand out a lifetiime contra…

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Which Non-Freshmen Could Be the Key to the Illini Basketball's Success | Illini Podcast 30:32

4d ago30:32

30:32

Welcome to another exciting episode of Locked On Illini with your host, Sunny Verma! In this episode, we bring on Austin Burklund from @Illinicast to dive into the crucial role of returning players for the Illinois Fighting Illini basketball team next season. Join us as we explore how Kylan Boswell, Ben Humrichous, and Ty Rodgers (and others) are s…

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EP. 152 ROBIN ROWLAND OBE, SUSHI AND STRATEGY WITH TRISPAN 1:29:27

5d ago1:29:27

1:29:27

In this episode, Mark McC sits down at Brewdog Waterloo with Robin Rowland OBE, partner at TriSpan. They discuss Robin's significant impact on Yo Sushi as CEO, where he grew the brand through innovative strategies, Robin's investment insights at TriSpan, the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, and successful investments in hospitali…

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Getting to Know Will Riley [Vlog Review] | Who Will Be the Top Big Ten Offenses? | Illini Podcast 34:06

5d ago34:06

34:06

Will Riley was the focus of the latest Gatorade Vlog Series & today we review the different aspects of Will that we may not have known about him in the past. Also, @BigTenTed shows up for his weekly Tuesday segment and we discuss both the Illinois offense & the top offenses in the Big Ten conference. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show …

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Could the Illini Basketball Offense Be Even BETTER Next Season? | Kaden Feagin Breakout Season Coming? 29:02

6d ago29:02

29:02

The Illini were one of the most fun offenses to watch last season, being ranked #1 in the Kenpom for the better part of the year. Today we talk about Tyler Underwood's interview on the Tay & Piper radio show and how he and the staff are always looking to innovate and be ahead of the competition. We then take a look at the Illini running back room t…

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[WEEKEND RECAP] Kasparas Jakucionis GOES OFF for 37 Points!! | Illini Wins Silver Medal 7:50

7d ago7:50

7:50

In this short weekend episode, we discuss what might have been Kasparas Jakucionis' best game to date as he went for 37 points in the loss to France. Also we show some love to Rajeev Ram who won a gold medal in the 2024 Summer Olympics. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football and basketball! …

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Kasparas Jakucionis Ranking CRIMINALLY LOW | Illini Receive Basketball Crystal Ball | Illini Podcast 11:57

8d ago11:57

11:57

24/7 Sports has finally updated their rankings and given both Kasparas Jakucionis and Tomislav Ivicic their respective rankings. Sunny talks about how he thinks one player might be rated a bit too low, and one a little too high. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football and basketball! Join hos…

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Purdue? Hoosiers? UCLA? Assessing the Illini's Toughest Big Ten Competition in the Near Future 36:13

9d ago36:13

36:13

In this episode of "Locked On Illini," hosts Sunny Verma and Kent ( @CasualBigTen ) discuss the Big Ten Conference announcing the destinations for the Big Ten Tournament the next few years. They then dive deep into which teams will be strong contenders in that time span. Join them as they analyze each team's prospects of clinching a Big Ten title o…

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117. Black Swans - What Are They? What Do They Mean? Can You Prepare for Them? 55:30

7m ago55:30

55:30

In this episode, Nick and Chris discuss black swan events, which are rare and unpredictable events with significant consequences. They explore the criteria for a black swan event and provide examples such as the 2008 financial crisis and the 9/11 terrorist attacks. They also discuss the predictability of these events and the impact they have on soc…

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How Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn Could Play a VITAL ROLE For the Illini | Last Minute Football Addition? 21:33

10d ago21:33

21:33

The Illini Men's basketball team is going over a big roster turnover however there are still two guys remaining from last year's Elite Eight team. We dive deep into how Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn could be a game-changer for the Illinois Fighting Illini basketball team next year. Known for his strong attitude and dynamic personality, Dra brings more than jus…

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Red Business - Cork Craft Month Special 21:26

9h ago21:26

21:26

On this week’s Red Business, We have a Cork Craft Month Special on the show this week. Managing Director of Cork Craft & Design, James McConville, tells Jonathan about the events taking place in August, He explores intricate model houses with Brendan Ryan Ceramics in Whitechurch, And he looks at seaweed pressings and prints with Farraige in West Co…

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Next Illini Basketball Commit? | Did UCLA Make a Mistake w/ the Deshaun Foster Hire? [UCLA Preview] 32:27

11d ago32:27

32:27

It's been over a month since Brad Underwood and Illinois have gotten a commitment to the basketball team, but with a target visiting on Thursday s it possible that they lock one down by the end of the week? Also we bring on Will Decker from @LAFBNetwork to provide us the UCLA football team preview. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show fo…

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EP. 151 MATT OVINGTON, ASK THE RIGHT QUESTIONS WITH SALIENCE RESEARCH 1:12:45

12d ago1:12:45

1:12:45

In this episode, Mark McC invites Matt Ovington, Director of Research at Salience Plus, to talk about the power of research in hospitality marketing. They explore cost-effective techniques, understanding customer behaviour, and leveraging System 1 and System 2 thinking to boost business performance. The discussion also covers qualitative and quanti…

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Illini Show Up SHOCKINGLY LOW In Preseason Rankings? | FB Training Camp Begins | Illini Podcast 24:15

12d ago24:15

24:15

Jon Rothstein released his preseason rankings of the Big Ten and he has Illinois currently ranked #8 which is a lot lower than most fans would expect. Is Jon hilariously out of touch or is there reason to believe Illinois may not finish as high as Illini fans want to think? Training camp starts for football and we discuss Zakhari Franklin being lim…

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Kasparas Jakucionis Continues Stellar Summer at FIBA EuroBaskets | Tyler Strain Breakout Year? 21:54

13d ago21:54

21:54

Kasparas Jakucionius continues his stellar play at the FIBA Eurobasket tournaments and we go over some of the new skills he has shown but also highlight some of his weaker points to his game and how it may affect his first season at Illinois. Also, DB Tyler Strain's name has been mentioned by Head Coach Bret Bielema on multiple occasions and so we …

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Weekend Extra: What It's Like To Work Big Ten Media Week| Illini Podcast 19:52

5d ago19:52

19:52

What is it like to get credentialed for your first conference media week? Sunny & Abbie describe the details of what it's like from the minute you get your credential to going home in this fun weekend episode of Locked on Illini. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football and basketball! Join ho…

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Why Bret Bielema is NOT HAPPY With the Wisconsin Badgers | Illini Podcast 20:22

16d ago20:22

20:22

After winning 3 Rose Bowls as the Head Coach of the Wisconsin Badgers, it was reported in an article today that the relationship between the Head Coach and school has iced lately as the Badgers used some trickery which may or may not have been sportsmanlike in their October 25-21 victory over the Illini. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop s…

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116. Short Selling & Squeezing - Billionaire Feuds; Meme Stocks & Movies 50:29

7d ago50:29

50:29

In this episode, the hosts discuss short selling and short squeezes in the stock market. They provide examples from movies like 'The Big Short' and 'Casino Royale' to explain the concept of short selling. They also explain the mechanics of short selling, including opening a brokerage account, borrowing stocks, and monitoring account equity. The hos…

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Red Tractor, Food Assurance, the UK Food Industry and Careers 27:52

3h ago27:52

27:52

Unlock the secrets of the UK's food industry with insights from Steven Shields, Technical and Sustainability Director at Huntapac Produce, and Sam Trevey, Fresh Produce Technical Manager at Red Tractor. Discover what Red Tractor's assurance really means for food safety and traceability, and learn how these industry veterans have navigated their imp…

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The Future of Illini Basketball Recruiting? | Big Ten Media Days Recap | Illini Podcast 27:54

15d ago27:54

27:54

What does the future of Illinois basketball recruiting look like? Today we look into @sleepersmedia video from last week and dissect whether the Brad Underwood and Orlando Antigua combination has been more flash than substance as suggested in the video. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football…

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Red Business – John Kearney, a Director at Cork based financial planning firm Provest, Ciara O’Brien also talks to him about the newly renovated guesthouse Barnahown And Ber O’Donovan from Elite Cuisine ... 18:32

5h ago18:32

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On this week’s Red Business, John Kearney, a Director at Cork based financial planning firm Provest, joins Jonathan to discuss auto - enrolment Ciara O’Brien also talks to him about the newly renovated guesthouse Barnahown And Ber O’Donovan from Elite Cuisine tells Jonathan about celebrating 20 years in business.…

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(The What If Episode) Worst Case Scenarios for the Illini Men's Basketball Team | Illini Podcast 24:20

18d ago24:20

24:20

Illini basketball fans have been riding high this offseason as we all seem to be very excited about what the men's roster has the potential to look like. But what if the moves do not pan out? We run down the worst case scenarios for each individual players and why we may need to temper our enthusiasm a bit. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-sto…

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Ep. 150 PATRICK MCGUIGAN, FROM FARM TO TABLE WITH THE AUTHOR OF THE CHEESE LIFE 1:09:42

19d ago1:09:42

1:09:42

In this episode, Mark McSee chats with Patrick McGuigan, a renowned cheese journalist, teacher, and judge. They delve into Patrick's journey from food writer to cheese expert, his role in judging world-class cheeses, and the nuances of different cheese types globally. Patrick also shares insights on cheese's growing popularity in restaurants and th…

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BONUS: Live from Big Ten Media Days (Recap) | Illini Podcast 10:09

16d ago10:09

10:09

Day one of Big Ten Media Days is complete and before they shut down the lights at Lucas Oil Stadium, I wanted to give a quick recap of some of initial impressions given. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football and basketball! Join host Sunny Verma as he brings you in-depth analysis, game prev…

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Big Ten Media Day Preview | Illini Offer 2028 #1 In-State Star Cole Kelly | Illini Podcast 19:01

19d ago19:01

19:01

Big Ten Media days are here and I'll be there! In today's episode I'll discuss what kinds of questions I'll have for Illini Head Coach Bret Bielema and also some of the other information I will be seeking from the other speakers there. I'll also comment on the Illini making two new football coaching hires and offering 2028 basketball prospect Cole …

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Why the Illini Are Prioritizing Cayden Boozer (Not His Brother?) | Ohio State 2024 Season Preview 35:01

20d ago35:01

35:01

In today's episode, Sunny once again takes a look at the latest recruitment strategy of Brad Underwood and the Fighting Illini as they have decided to focus their efforts on Cayden Boozer and not his highly rated brother, Cameron. We then kick off our Big Ten Preview series as JR from @OhioStateVOCFB joins to give us the lowdown on the Buckeyes ros…

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Weekend Rundown: Ivisic on Campus | Is Terrence Shannon Jr Injured? | Jeremiah Fears to Oklahoma 12:19

21d ago12:19

12:19

We're thrilled to announce that Tomislav Ivišić has officially made it to the Illini campus. We'll discuss what this means for the team and how his arrival could impact the upcoming season. Next, we have an important update on Terrence Shannon Jr.'s summer league injury. We'll provide the latest details on his condition, the expected recovery timel…

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Red Business - Cork on a Fork Special, Elmaire McCarthy, tourism officer at Cork City, The VQ Shared Table is set to be a festival highlight, Jonathan speaks to Phil Ryan, Manager of Isaacs Restaurant ... 23:08

23d ago23:08

23:08

On this week’s Red Business, We have a Cork on a Fork Special on the show this week. Elmaire McCarthy, tourism officer at Cork City Council tells Jonathan what’s on offer at the festival this year. The VQ Shared Table is set to be a festival highlight with 400 guests dining together on MacCurtain Street. Jonathan speaks to Phil Ryan, Manager of Isa…

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Cayden Boozer to Illinois? Illini Targeting 2025 5 Star Guard | Witherspoon Voted Top 10 NFL CB | 23:00

23d ago23:00

23:00

In this episode of 'Locked On Illini,' we dive into the exciting news of head coach Brad Underwood's pursuit of Cayden Boozer. As a 5-star recruit, Boozer's commitment would be a monumental addition to the Fighting Illini roster. We'll explore Boozer's impressive skill set, his potential fit within Underwood's system, and how this recruitment refle…

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The Future of College Sports & Realignment: Where does Illinois Fit In? | TSJ's Role in the NBA 27:45

24d ago27:45

27:45

In this video, we dive deep into the ongoing realignment in college athletics and explore how these changes could impact the University of Illinois. With major conferences reshuffling and schools jumping ship, is Illinois at risk of being left out? Join us as we analyze the latest developments, the potential scenarios, and what it all means for Fig…

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115. Catching Up & The State of Podcasts - Why Your Favorite Podcast MAY Be In Trouble 43:49

6d ago43:49

43:49

We're back. Sorry - We y'all too.

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Is Luke Altmyer Poised to Make the Leap at Quarterback? | 2024 QB Room Preview | Illini Podcast 27:18

25d ago27:18

27:18

Welcome to our latest episode, where we evaluate whether Luke Altmyer is ready to elevate his game in his second full season and become one of the top quarterbacks in the Big Ten for the Fighting Illini! In this video, we'll break down Luke's development, his performance improvements, and the potential he has to lead the Illini to success in the hi…

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S4 Ep10: Competing on Boxing's Biggest Stage with Jack Marley & Michael Carruth 1:05:48

4h ago1:05:48

1:05:48

In the season finale of Under Construction with Chadwicks host Donncha O’Callaghan chats to Irish heavyweight boxer and Chadwicks brand ambassador Jack Marley as well as the first ever Irish boxer to win Olympic gold, Michael Carruth. The episode launches as Jack completes his final preparations to compete on boxing's biggest stage and fight at the…

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Ep. 149 NICK POPOVICI, REVOLUTIONISING THE INDUSTRY WITH VITA MOJO 1:30:41

26d ago1:30:41

1:30:41

In this special episode, Mark McC sits down with Nick Popovici, CEO and co-founder of Vita Mojo to explore the journey and innovations behind Vita Mojo's restaurant management platform. They talk about Nick's transition from finance to restaurant management, the creation of Vita Mojo inspired by personal dietary changes, and their evolution from a …

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Illini Star Hinting at Return of 'Booty Ball'? | Ivisic Returning Soon? | EA College Football 25 23:42

26d ago23:42

23:42

In this episode, we dive deep into the buzz around Coach Brad Underwood potentially bringing back the famed 'Booty Ball' offense for the upcoming season. But there's a twist—this time, Ben Humrichous steps into the spotlight, taking over the role previously held by Marcus Domask. Join us as we analyze what this strategic move means for the Illini, …

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Future Illini? 5 Star Jasper Johnson's Big Decision Looms | TSJ Summer League Update 22:27

27d ago22:27

22:27

Join us as we dive into the latest update on 5-star high school basketball sensation Jasper Johnson. We’ll focus on how his impressive scoring abilities could make a significant impact with the Illinois Fighting Illini next season. From his sharp shooting to his dynamic playmaking, find out why Johnson could be the perfect addition to Illinois’ ros…

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Rapid Reaction: Terrence Shannon Jr ERUPTS for 25 In NBA Summer League Debut! 8:26

30d ago8:26

8:26

In a thrilling showcase of talent and potential, Terrence Shannon Jr. made a spectacular entrance into the NBA Summer League, leaving fans and scouts buzzing with excitement. In his debut game, Shannon Jr. lit up the court, scoring an impressive 25 points, grabbing 3 rebounds, swatting away 2 shots, and stealing the ball once. His dynamic performan…

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Will the Illini Get MULTIPLE 1st Round Draft Picks Next Year? | NCAA FOOTBALL 2025 Ratings 29:38

1M ago29:38

29:38

Terrence Shannon Jr was in the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft however for this fun episode, Kent from Casual Big Ten joins Sunny to discuss a couple Illini who are already showing up in 2025 mock drafts. Also we discuss the lack of Illini presence in the top 100 rated players in the new EA Sports College Football 2025. Lastly, we make fun of the…

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Red Business - Jonathan speaks to Michelle Russell, Marketing Manager of Spike Island. He’ll also speak to Teresa Leahy to hear about Leahys Open Farm’s latest expansion into glamping pods. And Jonathan ... 23:36

22d ago23:36

23:36

Spike Island has just launched its newest exhibition which showcases the island’s rich military past in Cork harbour. Jonathan speaks to Michelle Russell, Marketing Manager of Spike Island. He’ll also speak to Teresa Leahy to hear about Leahys Open Farm’s latest expansion into glamping pods. And Jonathan is also joined by President of Cork Business…

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Brandin Podziemski Continues Taking Shots at Brad Underwood/Illinois | Top Big Ten Football Matchups 32:29

1M ago32:29

32:29

Brandin Podziemski once again continues to be passive-aggressive against Brad Underwood in a recent twitter exchange. We explore whether Brad Underwood did the right thing or not in having Brandin not play many minutes during his freshman season. Also, we invite back Big Ten Ted to discuss what are the biggest conference matchups in the Big Ten thi…

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EP. 148 DARREL CONNELL AND LIZZIE RYAN: SOUND INVESTMENT WITH IMBIBA 1:27:24

1M ago1:27:24

1:27:24

In this episode, Mark McC sits down with Daryl Connell and Lizzie Ryan from Imbiba to explore their private equity firm's unique approach to investing in the hospitality sector. They talk about support strategies for brands, key trends in health and wellness, casual dining, and technology. The discussion also highlights recent investments, such as …

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Breakdown of Illini Basketball's BRUTAL Schedule | Phil Steele FB Unit Ranks | Illini Podcast 22:21

1M ago22:21

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Brad Underwood may be turning over almost his complete roster but that does not mean that he is going to take it easy on guys like Kasparas Jakucionis, Morez Johnson, & Will Riley. In this episode we break down the five biggest marquee OOC games and order them in difficulty. JOIN OUR BRAND ILLINI INSIDERS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY! https://joinsubtext.com/…

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Why I Think Jeremiah Fears May Still One Day Be an Illini | Thoughts on Shauna Green/Mizzou FB 24:34

1M ago24:34

24:34

Jeremiah Fears is not going to be suiting up for the Fighting Illini next season but I explore possibilities that might mean he could still end up in Champaign in the future. Also, I talk about my thoughts on Missouri being on the schedule starting in 2026 and also give my comments on Shauna Green's reported potential extension. ** Warning** : I ha…

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Red Business - Guaranteed Irish is celebrating its 50th anniversary - Eddie Fitzgerald, a tour guide on the Ballycotton Lighthouse Tours - Managing Director of Boardwalk Coffee in Youghal 19:29

1M ago19:29

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On this week’s Red Business, Guaranteed Irish is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a new competition offering one of its members the chance to win a €50,000 communications campaign. Jonathan is joined by Chairperson of Guaranteed Irish Damien McCann to hear more. He’ll also speak to Eddie Fitzgerald, a tour guide on the Ballycotton Lighthouse T…

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RAPID REACTION: Jershaun Newton COMMITS to the Illini! | Film Analysis | Illini Podcast 30:29

1M ago30:29

30:29

3 Star Jershaun Newton, brother of Illini legend Jerzhan Newton has committed to the Illini! Once again, Justin Adams from the @Bigtenshow & the Nebraska - Voice of College football channel joins to break down the film, and to be frank, we both really liked what we saw. JOIN OUR BRAND NEW DISCORD! Follow us on X at @Illinicast! Follow Justin at: @T…

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The Pig Farming Industry in the UK and Career Opportunities Available 37:14

27d ago37:14

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What drives a seasoned farmer to shift from beef and sheep farming to the dynamic world of pig farming? Our guest, Mark Jagger from BQP, shares his compelling journey that spans over three decades in the heart of the UK's pig industry. From his early beginnings influenced by childhood passion and overcoming academic hurdles to his transition driven…

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Why the Illini Are On Their Way to the Top of College Basketball | Coach Bielema on 670 Radio Recap 24:22

1M ago24:22

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A recent report showed that Illinois ranked #4 in the entire country in revenue for college basketball. Today we discuss why that piece of information is all the confirmation we need to show that the Fighting Illini are well on their way to becoming a force to be dealt with on the basketball court. JOIN OUR BRAND NEW DISCORD! Follow us on X at @Ill…

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EP. 147 KRIS HALL: INVESTING IN MENTAL HEALTH WITH BURNT CHEF PROJECT 1:01:50

1M ago1:01:50

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In this episode, Mark McC catches up with Kris Hall, founder of The Burnt Chef Project, to discuss mental health within the hospitality industry. They explore Kris's personal journey, the start of the project through a photography campaign, and its growth into a global initiative offering support and training. The conversation looks at mental healt…

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