Best Jenifer Lewis Podcasts (2024)

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Jenifer Lewis - Mental Health Journey 25:44

26d ago25:44

25:44

In this episode of the mibo show, Shanti Das speaks with actress Jenifer Lewis about her battle with bipolar disorder and depression. This episode took place on location in Chicago at the Black Women’s Expo. Lewis said she first sought out mental health help during the AIDS epidemic when she saw her best friend covered in lesions due to the disease…

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L Word Rockers BETTY - Behind the Music, Sondheim & more 53:53

1h ago53:53

53:53

Jess is joined by the pop/rock trio BETTY (perhaps best known for THE L WORD theme song) as they release their 11th album “EAT.” Topics: how an indie bon vivant band (composed of sisters Elizabeth Ziff & Amy Ziff, best friend Alyson Palmer) lasts for 40 years, living together in the late 80s East Village, their performance at Sondheim: A Celebratio…

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Countess Luann de Lesseps & Assistant Roger Dawley 45:27

7d ago45:27

45:27

Jess is joined by COUNTESS LUANN and her right-hand man, Roger Dawley! Topics: Spending 2 nights on Fire Island over Labor Day Weekend, her summer run-in with Bethenny, tales from Luann’s time as a geriatric nurse, loving cigarettes, brief thoughts on RHONY reboot, latest with Sonja Morgan, prepping to film the Housewives Bachelor show and her plan…

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Judy Gold Returns! Gay Divorce, Writing Rosie's Talk Show, Janeane Garofalo & more 58:40

10d ago58:40

58:40

Jess is joined by comedian JUDY GOLD! Topics: gay divorce, loving Ozempic, meeting her partner via a Time Out New York dating ad, buying her Provincetown house in 1994, not living with a partner, separate bedrooms, writing/producing The Rosie O’Donnell Show, filming her 1995 HBO standup special with Janeane Garofalo, creating a new TV series w/ San…

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NYC Restaurant Culture Deep Dive (w/ Jake Cornell) 57:39

18d ago57:39

57:39

Jess is joined by comedian JAKE CORNELL for a deep dive into NYC restaurant culture. Topics: asking waiters what to order, restaurant temperature and sound/music levels, tips for people on dates, best celebrity tipper, oddest celebrity group sighting, best / worst bathrooms and more. Plus, Jake’s summer of Provincetown 4x, Edinburgh Fringe Fest tal…

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Provincetown Fringe, Cape Cod Serial Killer & Hooking (w/ Ryan Landry) 50:22

25d ago50:22

50:22

Jess is joined by the king of Provincetown fringe performance — playwright and drag theater impresario, RYAN LANDRY! Topics: bringing JENNIFER COOLIDGE and PARKER POSEY to P-Town, setting fire to The Pyramid Club, working as a hooker, appearing in the Roy Cohn documentary, his cemetery plot with MARGARET CHO, the Cape Cod Serial Killer, hosting the…

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Isaac Mizrahi Returns! NYC Real Estate, Unzipped, Madonna, Sandra Bernhard 51:21

1M ago51:21

51:21

ISAAC MIZRAHI returns! Topics include: securing his West Village combination apartment, his friendship w/ RUPAUL, the truth behind the MADONNA - SANDRA BERNHARD - INGRID CASARES love triangle, his seminal documentary UNZIPPED and SEX AND THE CITY + AND JUST LIKE THAT musings. Plus, his cabaret version of “Borderline,” '90s dial-a-date lines, meetin…

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Johnny Gill & Kenan Thompson: Prostate Health 37:34

2M ago37:34

37:34

In this episode of the mibo show, Shanti Das talks with Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum singer/songwriter/producer & philanthropist Johnny Gill and Actor/Comedian/Producer Kenan Thompson about awareness surrounding prostate health. We also speak with Dr. Stan Frencher Jr, an associate professor of Urology at UCLA and Chief of Urology at the Dr. Ma…

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Inside Rosie O’Donnell’s Oprah OWN Show, Election as Reality TV (w/ Page Hurwitz) 54:14

2M ago54:14

54:14

Jess is joined by TV producer and director PAGE HURWITZ (Netflix’s Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution). Topics: exec. producing ROSIE O'DONNELL's Oprah OWN talk show, producing TABATHA TAKES OVER, Trump’s mythical character on THE APPRENTICE & the parallels of the 2016 election to Paddy Chayefsky’s film NETWORK. Plus: discovering Fortune Feimster and…

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John Arthur Hill on Addiction, Teeth, PTown vs. Fire Island & Countess Luann’s Renaissance 1:03:19

2M ago1:03:19

1:03:19

Jess is joined by SiriusXM RadioAndy co-host, singer & comedian JOHN ARTHUR HILL. Topics: John’s dental and sobriety journeys, the rehab to SoulCycle pipeline, secret Bravo smokers, Barry’s Bootcamp, the Underwear Party on Fire Island, preferring Provincetown, nearly getting fired as Andy Cohen’s co-host, why Countess Luann is huge at festivals, ma…

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Tiffany Williams: Multiple Myeloma Patient Advocate 10:54

3M ago10:54

10:54

In this edition of the mibo show, Shanti Das speaks with multiple myeloma patient advocate Tiffany Hawkins Williams about her journey and how she's standing up for others who are fighting the condition.Learn more about multiple myeloma and available resources through the That’s My Word™ campaign at thatsmywordmm.com. the mibo show is proudly suppor…

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Review of Liza Minnelli, Ani DiFranco, Linda Perry & Indigo Girls Docs (w/ Mark Snyder) 1:23:18

3M ago1:23:18

1:23:18

Jess is joined by writer and “All I Want To Do Is Talk About Madonna” co-host Mark Snyder to review the TriBeCa Film Festival premieres of brand new documentaries centered around LIZA MINNELLI, ANI DIFRANCO, LINDA PERRY and a bonus review of the recent INDIGO GIRLS doc. Topics — the live performances from Linda Perry & Ani DiFranco following their …

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Erica Campbell - Multiple Myeloma: Know The Risks 45:51

3M ago45:51

45:51

In this episode of the mibo show, Shanti Das talks with Grammy Award-winning Gospel artist and radio show host Erica Campbell. We discuss raising awareness about multiple myeloma, and Campbell shares her father's journey with the rare blood cancer. We also speak with Dr. Monique Hartley-Brown, a hematologist oncologist and emerging leader in the fi…

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Michael Musto on Village Voice, Gossip, Psychology of Blind Items 44:03

3M ago44:03

44:03

Jess is joined by legendary Village Voice gossip columnist Michael Musto! Musto discusses the origin of outing, psychology of blind items, how an unknown Madonna prevented him from sound-checking with his band in 1982, Gaga's Oscar campaigns and the trouble he got into after Andy Warhol's funeral. He also dishes on Malcolm Forbes, camp John Waters,…

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Subfertility in Bulls with Dr. Colin Palmer - Part 2 42:51

3M ago42:51

42:51

Dr. Colin Palmer, one of our reproductive specialist veterinarians from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine here at the University of Saskatchewan joins the podcast again this week to discuss the important topic of subfertility in beef bulls. Today we focus on the parts of the breeding soundness exam that greatly impact fertility - scrotal c…

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Tisha Campbell - Overcoming Lung Disorder 49:37

3M ago49:37

49:37

In this episode, Shanti Das discusses sarcoidosis and lung disease with dynamic guests in front of a live audience at the Johnson & Johnson headquarters in New Brunswick, NJ. Tisha Campbell has made her mark in the culture as an actress. Her well-known roles in Martin, My Wife and Kids, House Party, and Boomerang have made her an icon. Campbell ope…

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Lindsay Hubbard on Sex, Love & Carl Radke Origin Story 50:53

3M ago50:53

50:53

Jess is joined by the one true queen of Summer House — LINDSAY HUBBARD! Topics: a listening tour of the Hamptons, the business of being a PR guru, having sex on camera and the origins of “Hubbhouse." Plus — Lindsay’s Sun / Moon / Rising signs, a quick astrological reading from Andy Bellatti (@astrologywithandy), an off-camera crazy dating story, fa…

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Subfertility in Bulls (Part 1) with Dr. Colin Palmer 35:47

4M ago35:47

35:47

Dr. Colin Palmer, one of our reproductive specialist veterinarians from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine here at the University of Saskatchewan joins the podcast to discuss the important topic of subfertility in beef bulls. Why do we need to perform bull breeding soundness exams? What are the implications of various factors such as lamene…

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The Felicity, Dawson’s Creek & 90210 Music Restoration Project 47:04

4M ago47:04

47:04

Jess is joined by the creator of @felicityrestorationproject to chat about one of the greatest issues of our time - the replacement of music on our beloved nineties TV shows - FELICITY, DAWSON’S CREEK & 90210. We discuss legalities of the music licensing issue, painstakingly digitizing scenes with correct music from VHS tapes and Paula Cole strikin…

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Chris Webber - Black Men & Mental Wellness (Part 2) 45:37

4M ago45:37

45:37

In this episode, Shanti Das has a valuable conversation with NBA Hall of Famer and entrepreneur Chris Webber. C-Webb’s book, “By God’s Grace,” explores his mental wellness journey by interviewing members of his family. Webber shares how one of his lowest moments was turned into a positive. He also shares tips on how Black men can take care of their…

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IT Girls of NYC ‘90s Lesbian Chic (w/ Elizabeth Ziff & Maggie Moore) 58:08

4M ago58:08

58:08

Jess is joined by exes & best friends ELIZABETH ZIFF (The L Word writer; BETTY rocker) and MAGGIE MOORE (chanteuse; real estate broker) to reflect on ‘90s queer girl culture in NYC. Topics: their meet-cute love story, creating the Industria Super Studios girl parties, Café Tabac, Meow Mix, Alan Cumming. Plus — Laurel Holloman / Nicole Ari Parker fi…

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D-Nice - Black Men & Mental Wellness (Part 1) 45:02

4M ago45:02

45:02

Welcome to Season 2 of the mibo show! In this episode, Shanti Das has an in-depth discussion with legendary DJ, record producer, and rapper D-Nice. Tune in to discover what he learned by starting Club Quarantine and how it impacted his well-being. D-Nice also speaks about how he learned to prioritize taking care of his mental health and the importa…

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Catherine Cohen on Seek Treatment, Edinburgh Fringe & more 46:26

5M ago46:26

46:26

Jess is joined by singer, comedian and “Seek Treatment” co-host — CATHERINE COHEN! Topics: audio only vs. video podcasts, boutique fitness, her West Village apartment, self-financing Netflix specials, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Taylor Swift vs. Sarah McLachlan | Ani Difranco | Fiona Apple, Baby Reindeer, Cafe Cluny, Kate Mara, open relationship…

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Tabatha Coffey — Tabatha Takes Over, Shear Genius, Reddit 44:48

5M ago44:48

44:48

Jess is joined by TABATHA COFFEY, Australian hairstylist, salon owner and star of TABATHA TAKES OVER & SHEAR GENIUS. Topics: Losing Shear Genius yet scoring her own spin-off, living in New Jersey, Reddit threads, wanting a reboot, Jackie Warner & her reputation of being a “b*tch.” Plus — Tabatha’s upbringing in Australia where she was thrown into t…

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Bovine Influenza A virus 35:10

5M ago35:10

35:10

This week, Dr. Nathan Erickson and Dr. John Ellis join me to discuss the emergence of Bovine influenza A virus in cattle. We discuss what is currently known about this emerging disease issue at this point in time. New information is being acquired about the impacts and spread of Bovine Influenza A virus and this podcast gives information on the dis…

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The L Word Writer/Director Rose Troche — Guinevere Turner, Go Fish, Jennifer Beals 1:01:04

5M ago1:01:04

1:01:04

Jess is joined by ROSE TROCHE — co-writer & director of the seminal indie film GO FISH — as well as writer, director & exec. producer of THE L WORD. L WORD topics: directing the Pilot, Dinah Shore & Pride episodes, sex scenes, writing for Bette Porter (Jennifer Beals) and Jenny Schecter (Mia Kirshner) + the truth behind Dana’s (Erin Daniels) death.…

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T. KYLE — Behind the Scenes of WWHL, Wendy Williams, Jimmy Fallon 1:17:57

5M ago1:17:57

1:17:57

Jess is joined by digital producer, remixer and co-host of Legends Only | It’s Britney, Bitch! — T. KYLE! Topics include T. Kyle’s work on DRAG RACE, his career at WWHL and the difficult environment at THE TONIGHT SHOW. Plus, his Countess Luann “Keep on Serving C*nt” remix, being hand-picked to produce the scrapped WENDY WILLIAMS podcast, Crazy Hor…

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Treating calf scours with Dr. Chris Clark 37:21

6M ago37:21

37:21

Dr. Chris Clark, an internal medicine specialist from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine joins the podcast to discuss how best to treat neonatal diarrhea in calves. We discuss how to detect dehydration and acidosis in an affected calf and the best ways to utilize oral electrolytes. We also discuss when a calf will need intravenous therapy a…

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Queer as Folk w/ Peter Paige (Emmett) & Scott Lowell (Ted)! 1:04:48

6M ago1:04:48

1:04:48

Jess welcomes TWO of the stars of the groundbreaking Showtime series QUEER AS FOLK -- PETER PAIGE (Emmett Honeycutt) & SCOTT LOWELL (Ted Schmidt)! Topics include: the infamous Larry King interview, how QAF changed the way sex & sexuality was depicted on cable, why THE L WORD was able to break into the mainstream zeitgeist in a way QAF was unable to…

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Kim Stolz — America’s Next Top Model, NYC Gay Bar Owner & MTV VJ 45:39

6M ago45:39

45:39

Jess catches up with the first openly gay contestant on AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL, fellow New Yorker KIM STOLZ. Kim Stolz was one of the most recognizable faces in the NYC gay scene in the mid-‘00s after starring in Cycle 5 of the Tyra Banks series. Kim then became an MTV News host alongside JOHN NORRIS & KURT LODER where she interviewed an unknown …

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The Colicky Calf with Dr. Blake Balog 35:54

6M ago35:54

35:54

The calf that presents with acute abdominal issues or colicky symptoms is not uncommon on cow-calf herds around calving time. In this episode, Dr. Blake Balog from Cattle Health Management in Brooks, Alberta joins the podcast to discuss the causes of colic in young calves and how the producer should approach these cases when faced with them. 00:00 …

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Madonna Truth or Dare w/ Reality Producers Chris DeRosa & Dominick Pupa 1:19:44

6M ago1:19:44

1:19:44

Jess is joined by reality TV producers and co-hosts of “Fixing Famous People” — Chris DeRosa and Dominick Pupa! Together, we analyze the seminal documentary MADONNA: TRUTH OR DARE through the lens of our three generations and reality TV production. Topics: The follow-up film feat. the Blond Ambition dancers STRIKE A POSE, 1998 VH1 special MADONNA R…

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Ryan Raftery IS Anna Wintour, Martha Stewart, Andy Cohen, Kris Jenner & more 49:50

7M ago49:50

49:50

Jess is joined by the “Shakespeare of pop culture satire” per the New York Times - RYAN RAFTERY! We discuss his upcoming run at Joe’s Pub in which he does his one-man twisted musical embodiments of MARTHA STEWART, ANNA WINTOUR & KRIS JENNER. We discuss the psychological through-line between all three women (relevancy) as well as his darker material…

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Drag Race’s Peppermint — Traitors Reunion, NYC 90s Nightlife 1:01:05

7M ago1:01:05

1:01:05

Jess is joined by DRAG RACE & TRAITORS star PEPPERMINT! Peppermint discusses fond memories of THE REAL WORLD (which don’t include Vegas or Trishelle), the production behind The Traitors and what she’s planning for The Reunion. Plus, Alan Cumming’s comment that “gays” are loving Phaedra while “queer” ppl are loving Parvati. Peppermint also discusses…

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Health protocols for calves across industry sectors 31:14

7M ago31:14

31:14

This week my guest is Dr. Mariana Guerra-Maupome. Mariana is a veterinarian with PhD training in bovine respiratory disease. She works as a feedlot consultant for Telus Agriculture and Consumer Goods and as part of her job, helps to provide feedlot consultation services to feedlots across North America and farther abroad. She joins me this week to …

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Bianca Del Rio on Fire Island, Madonna, Joan Rivers & more 48:28

7M ago48:28

48:28

Jess is joined by drag legend BIANCA DEL RIO! Bianca discuss her early days of drag in New Orleans, New York City, Provincetown and on Fire Island prior to winning season 6 of DRAG RACE. Topics include: Going on tour with Madonna, joining The Traitors, Joan Rivers, Kathy Griffin, Chita Rivera, a “Golden Drag Race” feat. Lady Bunny & Varla Jean Merm…

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Golden Girls, Gilmore Girls, Roseanne & Brady Bunch Movie Writer — Stan Zimmerman 56:56

7M ago56:56

56:56

Jess is joined by TV & film screenwriter, Stan Zimmerman! Zimmerman chats about his career writing on THE GOLDEN GIRLS, ROSEANNE, GILMORE GIRLS, THE BRADY BUNCH MOVIE (and its Sequel!). Topics: staying closeted while writing The Golden Girls, RuPaul, Estelle Getty, Madonna's voicemails for Sandra Bernhard, Roseanne & Tom Arnold, loving THE L WORD &…

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The L Word Writer, Theme Song & BETTY Rocker — Elizabeth Ziff 1:05:02

8M ago1:05:02

1:05:02

Jess is joined by ELIZABETH ZIFF — writer, producer and BETTY musician behind THE L WORD theme song. We discuss: dating L Word creator Ilene Chaiken, writing for Bette Porter (Jennifer Beals) and Jenny Schecter (Mia Kirshner) and specific episodes & storylines she wrote. Plus — early BETTY gigs in the 80s/90s, the nexus of “lesbian chic” at East Vi…

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Casting The Traitors & Inside Real World Edit Bay (w/ Jamie Stein) 1:12:40

8M ago1:12:40

1:12:40

Jess is joined by empath Jamie Stein to critique the cast of THE TRAITORS season two and discuss his career working on four (4) seasons of THE REAL WORLD — VEGAS, PARIS, SAN DIEGO and PHILLY — where he had an unedited look at Trishelle, CT, Karamo etc. Jamie discusses watching endless unedited footage, the San Diego sexual assault scandal and more.…

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Jackie Warner (Work Out) Returns! Ozempic, Taylor Swift, Kyle Richards, Jeff Lewis 1:13:01

8M ago1:13:01

1:13:01

Jess is joined by Jackie Warner (Work Out, Thintervention) in her fourth appearance! We discuss Jackie’s use of Ozempic, pitches her TV comeback, the fall-out of her TMZ splashed DUI ambien arrest, Kyle Richards and Morgan Wade, the New York Times Op-Ed on Taylor Swift, Jeff Lewis in the Flipping Out / Work Out era, Jared Leto’s God complex and mor…

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John Cameron Mitchell on Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Shortbus & more 54:32

8M ago54:32

54:32

Jess is joined by writer, actor and director JOHN CAMERON MITCHELL to discuss everything HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH and SHORTBUS. Plus: Julius’ bar, New Orleans, RENT, promoting Hedwig on THE ROSIE O’DONNELL SHOW vs. LETTERMAN and entering his villain era via GIRLS, JOE EXOTIC and SHRILL. IG: @jessxnyc Check out Jess' docu-pod series FINDING FIRE IS…

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Remote Drug Delivery Devices with Dr. Roy Lewis 22:00

9M ago22:00

22:00

Dr. Roy Lewis joins the podcast again to discuss Remote Drug Delivery Devices (RDDD). These are the dart guns, cross bows, and pole syringes that are sometimes used by producers to administer antimicrobials to cattle on pasture. Dr. Lewis discusses their proper use and why they should be only used as the last resort if no other option is possible. …

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Madonna Culture Debate (w/ Tony Trius, Mark Snyder, Kenny Finkle) 1:17:46

9M ago1:17:46

1:17:46

This concludes our Madonna trilogy with Jess joined by Mark Snyder & Kenny Finkle (All I Want To Do Is Talk About Madonna) and Tony Trius (MLVC) for a culture debate/roundtable — MADONNA EDITION! Topics include: our unpopular opinions, best live performance, best Truth or Dare moment, Tears of a Clown, how to fix Madonna, is longtime collab Mirwais…

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Nitrate toxicity with Jenifer Heyden 24:04

9M ago24:04

24:04

Jenifer Heyden, a livestock extension specialist from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture joins me again on the podcast to discuss high nitrate levels in feeds and how to prevent nitrate toxicity in your cow herd. We discuss the details on the clinical signs of nitrate toxicity and how to interpret a feed test for nitrate levels as well. 00:00…

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Bone Crusher - Weight Management & Hip-Hop 55:14

9M ago55:14

55:14

Join rapper and Hip-Hop producer Bone Crusher and Sandeep Makkar, Global President of Ethicon Endomechanical and Energy at Johnson & Johnson MedTech, in a riveting episode that delves into the significance of weight management and its far-reaching effects on our lives. From obesity to the crucial role of diet and exercise, our guests emphasize the …

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Review of Madonna Celebration Tour - Brooklyn (w/ Ben Rimalower) 50:11

9M ago50:11

50:11

Jess is joined by Ben Rimalower to review Madonna's Celebration Tour in Brooklyn, NY. We discuss our thrills, Madonna's "strategy" behind late start times, the set list and provide constructive critique. Later, Ben recalls how Madonna's health scare this summer catapulted him into a revisit of Madonna's entire catalogue and concert history, culmina…

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Madonna Backup Singers & Dancers — Niki Haris & Donna De Lory 1:14:04

9M ago1:14:04

1:14:04

Jess is joined by “Madonna’s Secret Weapons” (per Rolling Stone) — longtime Madonna back-up singers and dancers, NIKI HARIS & DONNA DE LORY! Niki and Donna performed on four (4) of Madonna’s world tours, including The Who’s That Girl Tour, The Blond Ambition Tour, The Girlie Show and The Drowned World Tour. They also appear on the recordings of “Vo…

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Harvest maturity of cereal forages with Dr. Greg Penner 24:47

10M ago24:47

24:47

Dr. Greg Penner discusses some of his latest research findings on determining the optimum time to harvest cereal forages when feeding in bales or swath grazing. 00:00 - Intro 04:10 - Defining "Green-feed" 05:50 - Stages of cereal maturity 08:27 - Why do we need updated recommendations on harvesting cereal forages? 10:47 - Changes in barley forage n…

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Pat Regan on Seek Treatment, Writing "Hacks," Survivor 48:21

10M ago48:21

48:21

Jess is joined by writer, standup and co-host of “Seek Treatment” — PAT REGAN! We discuss: the HACKS writer’s room, DAWSON'S CREEK series finale, FELICITY, why LA should be part of NY, Seek Treatment’s Las Culturistas origin story, bombing at a gay resort, getting sober, fitness goals, SURVIVOR, Parvati Shallow, Madonna TRUTH OR DARE, THE REAL WORL…

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Inside the Cult of Group Fitness — SoulCycle, Peloton 53:42

10M ago53:42

53:42

Jess is a joined by a career fitness professional to go inside the culture of their former cycling employer, while Jess shares her personal experience with SoulCycle. We go deep on: lack of certifications required to teach spin, the “training programs” at different studios, instructors abusing drugs, sexual accusations from riders and the “God Comp…

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