Best Henry Abbott Podcasts (2024)

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Team USA in the knockout round and the NBA champion vs. the best team in the world 1:02:45

1h ago1:02:45

1:02:45

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA men's basketball and the knockout round of the Olympics David "discovers" Breanna Stewart How does David watch and breakdown the NBA? Is the NBA champion the best team in the world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Team USA continues to dominate but should we be worried about Steph Curry? 50:10

42m ago50:10

50:10

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA's victory over South Sudan. The US played well again and David was impressed with South Sudan and head coach Royal Ivey. Is Bam Adebayo the three-point shooter a thing? Team USA's best lineup is KD, Bam, Ant-Man, Jrue Holiday, and Derrick White and it's because of their defense. Jarod'…

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Playing sports hurts and Team USA dominates in Olympic debut 58:25

2h ago58:25

58:25

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Henry Abbott's article on the wear and tear NBA basketball does to the athletes' bodies Team USA dominates Serbia, what did David see? Turning down an extra year on an NBA contract for the chance of making more money later Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Bye Bye Biden 36:05

6d ago36:05

36:05

This week, the show starts in the US. President Joe Biden has announced he is not standing for re-election. It's a huge story and an end to an amazing career of public service. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell discuss President Biden's legacy and Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign to succeed him. In the UK, they discuss Sir Keir Starm…

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Labour's Kings Speech 27:16

3h ago27:16

27:16

It was the first Labour King's Speech in 14 years. There was no "Independence of the Bank of England" style surprise, but in its way the agenda for government was radical. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell dissect the loyal address and discuss Vaughn Gething's demise as Welsh first minister. Wales - What Just Happened? Gething rival Miles l…

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Finding more Derrick Whites, the problem with Summer League, owners and dirty money 1:10:20

1h ago1:10:20

1:10:20

On today's show Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Henry's article on the importance of affordable players that can be found in Summer League David's article on the how Summer League isn't the best for player development The NBA's pending expansion into Las Vegas and Seattle How dirty will the new NBA owners, and their money, be? Learn more abo…

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Peak athletic performance in extreme heat and the latest on Bronny James 52:50

15d ago52:50

52:50

On today's episode Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Elite athletes performing in extreme heat The irony of oil rich nations, that contribute to these extreme conditions, gaining control over pro sports and elite athletes Doping in sports The messaging around Bronny James has changed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic…

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You Know That You're Toxic 45:10

1d ago45:10

45:10

Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell are taking a small post-election break. However, there is something special for you - an interview with author Sarah Ditum about her book "Toxic". Normal service resumes next week. Buy "Toxic" at: Amazon Bookshop.org Waterstones Sarah Ditum's newsletter, Tox Report Sarah Ditum on Twitter Charlotte Henry on …

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Is Team USA a lock to win gold this summer? 54:15

2d ago54:15

54:15

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Team USA Basketball's first scrimmage and early thoughts on Cooper Flagg Did Nike keep Jaylen Brown off Team USA? The NBA's new media rights deal suggests economic prosperity, at least in the short term What Coach Thorpe looks for when he watches Summer League Learn more about your ad choices. …

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How should we be talking about Bronny James? 51:20

5d ago51:20

51:20

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Bronny James' summer league debut and how we should be talking about his development DeMar DeRozan is now on the Kings but David doesn't think he'll be there for long What are the Spurs trying to build around Victor Wembanyama? The future of the Hornets Team USA basketball Learn more about your…

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Things Can Only Get Better? 33:05

8d ago33:05

33:05

General Election 2024 brought us a historic election night. Sir Keir Starmer is the Prime Minister, Labour is in government for the first time in 14 years, the Tories are in tatters and the Lib Dems have the most number of seats ever. Oh, and Nigel Farage finally made it into Parliament. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell unpack it all. Gene…

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Six Seats to Watch on Thursday 36:12

21d ago36:12

36:12

The finish is so close we can practically taste it! Ahead of polling day on Thursday, co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell highlight six key seats to keep an eye and explain why. There are a few other issues to wrap up too, including a rather unsavoury incident at Warwick University Conservative Society. Tory student group condemned after vide…

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Free agency and NBA silly season 53:55

12d ago53:55

53:55

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Paul George signing a four year deal with the 76ers. Could that money have been better spent? The Thunder added Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein to an already elite defense, what's the plan? Mavericks retool with Klay Thompson, is he a key piece in a return trip to the Finals? Are the Clipper…

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Approaching the Finish Line 33:29

1M ago33:29

33:29

As polling day gets closer, co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell reflect on a rather bizarre campaign. They also debate the latest twists and turns in the betting scandal. Labour candidate Kevin Craig suspended after betting against himself – Sky News Tory MP candidate 'bet £8,000 he would lose seat' – BBC News Charlotte Henry on Threads Charl…

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Draft day emotions, trades, and Bronny James 47:55

1M ago47:55

47:55

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: What it's like for players already in the league on draft day Round 1 surprises David's article on what teams get wrong about the draft Bronny James concerns Mikal Bridges trade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Henry Abbott

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The Celtics' blueprint and what will the Spurs do in the upcoming draft? w/ Michael C. Wright 47:55

1M ago47:55

47:55

On today's show Jarod Hector is joined by NBA.com senior writer Michael C. Wright. They discuss: What the Celtics have shown the rest of the NBA How teams should look at the upcoming NBA draft How will the Spurs look to build around Victor Wembanyama through the draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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What Are The Odds of That? 39:53

23d ago39:53

39:53

With just two weeks to go until we get the election result, co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell analyse the current state of the campaign. They start by looking at the latest leaders debate, then focus on the betting scandal engulfing the Tory party. The show finishes by discussing former Conservative minister Chris Skidmore's decision to ann…

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How many titles can the Celtics win over the next five years? 59:20

2M ago59:20

59:20

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Celtics clinching the NBA title Are the Celtics set up to go on a dynastic run? What went wrong for the Mavericks and what's next? David's article on what the other 29 teams can learn from the Celtics Top 5 teams heading into next season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…

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Working with IDNs: The Pharma Perspective 1:12:50

1M ago1:12:50

1:12:50

ABOUT HEALTH CARE ROUNDS Health Care Rounds is a weekly podcast developed for health care leaders who are at the forefront of health care delivery and payment reform. Join Darwin Research Group founder and CEO John Marchica as he discusses the latest advancements in health care business news and policy developments. ABOUT MATT PORTCH Matt Portch is…

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Have the Mavericks figured something out? Can they force a Game 6? 44:35

2M ago44:35

44:35

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: What the Mavericks discovered in their Game 4 win Can they repeat it in Boston for Game 5? How will the Celtics react to pressure? Missing Kristaps Porzingis is a problem Henry Abbott's article on coaching shooting Klay Thompson unfollows the Warriors on social media Learn more about your ad ch…

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The Thing Nobody Will Talk About... 42:22

1M ago42:22

42:22

In the words of Bon Jovi... we're halfway there. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell assess the current state of the 2024 General Election campaign and wonder if we could all be put out of our misery already. They look at the chaotic seven-way debate and Reform overtaking the Conservatives in a YouGov poll. This episode also explores why nobo…

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The Celtics are on the brink of winning an NBA title 50:15

2M ago50:15

50:15

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Celtics' win in Game 3 The Mavericks' poor offensive strategy Kyrie's excellent offensive performance Luka's lack of defensive disposition Jaylen Brown's pursuit of excellence The passing of Jerry West Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Premiership Final Review with Saints’ Tom Pearson 37:53

2M ago37:53

37:53

Lawrence and Steve are joined by Northampton player, Tom Pearson, who’s fresh from the celebrations of winning the Premiership title. Tom talks about his first year with the club, what it’s like living with his club mate and landlord, Fin Smith, the reaction from locals to bringing home the trophy and his views on red cards in big games. Plus Eveni…

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How do the Mavericks get back into this series? 55:05

2M ago55:05

55:05

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Mavericks down 0-2 to the Celtics in the NBA Finals What is it about the Celtics that is so hard to solve for the Mavericks? Luka Doncic is heroic on offense but he's hurting his team on defense What's going on with Kyrie Irving? The brilliance of Jrue Holiday and Derrick White Looking ahead…

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Celtics blowout Mavericks in Game 1 of the Finals, will Boston sweep? 51:35

2M ago51:35

51:35

On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The challenges the Celtics present the Mavericks on offense How the Pacers better prepped the Celtics for the Finals than the Wolves did for the Mavericks How Kristaps Porzingis optimizes the Celtics on both ends of the court What the Mavericks can take from the third quarter and apply to Ga…

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Sunak Ditches D-Day 32:08

2M ago32:08

32:08

Prime minister Rishi Sunak has had to apologise after he departed D-Day 80th anniversary commemorations early. It has even emerged that he tried to avoid going at all. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell reflect on the implications of this, the opening debate between the PM and Sir Keir Starmer and Nigel Farage's entry into the campaign. EXCL…

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Premiership Final Preview plus guest Warren Gatland 36:59

2M ago36:59

36:59

Fresh from announcing his training squad ahead of the Qatar Airways Cup clash against South Africa at Twickenham and subsequent tour of Australia, Wales Head Coach Warren Gatland joins Lawrence and Steve Cording to chat all things rugby. He shares some of his decision making when it comes to team selection, what he hopes his players will learn as t…

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Can the Mavericks pull the upset and defeat the Celtics in the NBA Finals? 51:30

2M ago51:30

51:30

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Timberwolves had a nice postseason run, how do they sustain success? How does the Celtics' offense wear down opponents? Will Kristaps Porzingis be ready for the finals? How important are Jrue Holiday and Derrick White? The Mavericks' offensive simplicity How do you stop Luka Doncic? Maveric…

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Much Ado Abbott Nothing 38:33

2M ago38:33

38:33

On today's House of Comment, co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell focus on the Diane Abbott situation and other selection sagas within the Labour party. What does it all say about factionalism and the party leadership? The also head Stateside to discuss Donald Trump becoming a convicted felon. Timeline of Diane Abbott’s suspension: From her co…

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Who will play the Celtics in the Finals, and does it matter? 1:08:05

2M ago1:08:05

1:08:05

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's time in Los Angeles The Wolves staved off elimination and forced a Game 5, can they send the series back to Dallas? The Celtics have been the best team all season and have 10 days off before the Finals, can anyone stop them? The Pacers exceeded expectations this season but David has a w…

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With special guest Martin Offiah 34:40

2M ago34:40

34:40

This week Lawrence is joined in the studio by rugby legend, Martin Offiah, who shares his rugby journey, chatting about why he made the switch from union to league, what it was like being team mates with Andy Farrell, Shaun Edwards and Jason Robinson at Wigan, how he feels about being immortalised in bronze at Wembley Stadium and why he’s now a sup…

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And We're Off! 38:30

2M ago38:30

38:30

The election campaign is well and truly underway. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell analyse the first couple of days as the party leaders cover the length and breadth of the country... and others resign. They discuss Rishi Sunak's dreadful campaign launch (again), the leaders doing interviews on the Today programme and the prospect of six d…

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How did teams with the 12th, 13th, and 24th highest payrolls make the conference finals? 1:17:50

2M ago1:17:50

1:17:50

On today's show Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Mavericks Game 1 win over the Timberwolves. What's up with Luka Doncic? How brilliant is Kyrie? Are the stars being delivered to crunch time of these playoff games in their best possible versions? The Celtics defeat the Pacers in OT in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Should the Celtics…

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There is an Election on 27:42

3M ago27:42

27:42

Well... here we go. Rishi Sunak has called a General Election. Britain will go to the polls on 4th July. Co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell discuss Sunak's decision to go now, Sir Keir Starmer's response and look ahead to the campaign. General Election Fever Spreads at The Podcast Show Charlotte Henry on Threads Charlotte Henry's website and…

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Champions Cup preview with Gordon D’Arcy 35:04

3M ago35:04

35:04

With the Top 4 of the Premiership now decided, Lawrence Dallaglio, Steve Cording and Evening Standard rugby correspondent, Nick Purewal, review the weekend’s performances and discuss the semi-final line up, assessing the key strengths of each team. Plus Former Leinster, Ireland and British and Irish Lion, Gordon D’Arcy, joins Lawrence and Steve to …

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Were the Knicks' playoff injuries preventable? 1:14:45

3M ago1:14:45

1:14:45

On today's show Henry Abbott and Jarod Hector discuss: Why and how did the Knicks literally breakdown? The Pacers young and fun nine-man rotation Nikola Jokic did not look like an MVP in the second half of Game 7 Karl-Anthony Towns and Naz Reid were great, how did the former's foul trouble lead to the latter's success? The Mavericks' advanced to th…

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You'd Think There is an Election on 35:18

3M ago35:18

35:18

It's been another busy week in Westminster, with a number of senior figures making major speeches. Rishi Sunak kicked off the week, with Sir Keir Starmer following Thursday. Jeremy Hunt also made comments on the economy on Friday. It feels like the election campaign is well and truly under way, and co-hosts Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell analyse …

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Nikola Jokic is unfair, Wolves, Thunder and Pacers on the brink of elimination, and Bronny James 1:12:10

3M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: David's article on what to do if you draft Bronny James The Celtics advance to their third straight Eastern Conference finals, is all ok in Boston? What's next for the Cavaliers? The Mavericks have the Thunder on the brink of elimination How unfair is Nikola Jokic? Will the Pacers vs. Knicks se…

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With Harlequins CEO, Laurie Dalrymple 42:31

3M ago42:31

42:31

Lawrence and Steve are joined in the studio by Harlequins CEO, Laurie Dalrymple, who lifts the lid on the business of running a Premiership club. They chat about the relationship between the RFU, PRL and the clubs, the opportunities to work cohesively to raise the profile of rugby, and why it’s a seminal time in terms of progression for the game. L…

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The Nuggets fought back, the Knicks are broken, and the young Thunder face adversity 57:43

3M ago57:43

57:43

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Nuggets have evened their series with the Timberwolves. What's worked the last two games for the defending champs? The Knicks are falling apart, literally. Heavy minutes and injuries are taking a toll and the Pacers have evened the series. Can the Knicks fight back? The Celtics rebounded af…

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Drama in Dover 38:31

3M ago38:31

38:31

Dover in Kent has been the focus of politics this week. Tory MP Natalie Elphicke, who represents the area, crossed the floor and joined Labour. It was not without controversy. Party Leader Sir Keir Starmer then head eddown to the area to discuss his plans for tackling illegal migration. While that was happening, it was revealed that the UK is no lo…

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Can the Pacers match the intensity and physicality of the Knicks? 1:12:15

3M ago1:12:15

1:12:15

On today's show Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: Nikola Jokic's third MVP Hornets hire Charles Lee as new head coach, are things changing for the better in Charlotte? The Knicks lead the Pacers 2-0 and David thinks one team plays like their hair is on fire, the other like a day at the beach Wolves have the defending champs in a vice grip and …

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Why Accountable Care Models Are So Important w/ Bill Lane 51:30

3M ago51:30

51:30

ABOUT HEALTH CARE ROUNDS Health Care Rounds is a weekly podcast developed for health care leaders who are at the forefront of health care delivery and payment reform. Join Darwin Research Group founder and CEO John Marchica as he discusses the latest advancements in healthcare business news and policy developments. ABOUT BILL LANE Bill is ilumed’s …

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With special guest Will Greenwood 45:49

3M ago45:49

45:49

Lawrence and Steve are joined in the studio by Lawrence’s World Cup winning team mate and former Leicester and Harlequins centre, Will Greenwood. As well as giving his review of the Investec Champions Cup semi-finals, Will shares why he thinks the policy of only allowing players from English clubs to play for the national team is a good one, sparki…

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