Best Mags & Mac Podcasts (2024)

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TFTM #162 - Andrew Wittstadt 2:33:17

4h ago2:33:17

2:33:17

Andrew Wittstadt is a new friend of mine, and a recent alum of TFTM After Hours. He's also one hell of a smart dude, a writer, a thinker, and a podcaster. He's the host of the Heavy Bored podcast which I recommend you check out. He and I have a really wide-ranging talk about writing, movies, love, art, life... what don't we talk about? Enjoy. And t…

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WHO at number 1??? 37:10

12d ago37:10

37:10

Jason and Kole talk about the NFL draft, NBA playoffs, and how the Yankees front office sold out.By Jason & Kole

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Will the WNBA finally be successful?? 44:57

1M ago44:57

44:57

On this episode Jason and Kole talk New York Mets baseball and if the hype around Womens college basketball will translate to the WNBA.By Jason & Kole

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Important Tax Day Announcement From Tales From The Mall 2:52

20d ago2:52

2:52

Listen for a special Tax Day announcement. Subscribe to Tales From The Mall for only $5/month here: https://patreon.com/talesfromthemall?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkBy Tales From The Mall

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After Hours #7: Orson Welles ft. Tom Will & Hermes Thurston 2:04:56

2M ago2:04:56

2:04:56

Orson Welles is an iconic figure. In many ways he's a 20th century American folk hero. Non-cinephiles know him from appearances in TV commercials and Dean Martin comedy roasts & as the one-hit wonder behind Citizen Kane. But the length, depth, & power of Orson Welles' directing career is much greater than many people realize, and he even made some …

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TFTM #157 - Spencer Desmond 2:05:23

1M ago2:05:23

2:05:23

Spencer Desmond is an incredible individual; a force of nature. He's a writer, artist, producer, musician & beautiful person. We talk about his film making pursuits, weightlifting, sobriety, New England, John Carpenter, Pauly Shore, & more. Many thanks to Spencer! Many thanks to you, the listener!Spencer on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rooster_punc…

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Might as well retire 52:20

2M ago52:20

52:20

On this episode Jason & Kole discuss Kole's big game, new NFL rules and some MLB baseball and unwritten rules.By Jason & Kole

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Questionable rules and one questionable fight 50:44

2M ago50:44

50:44

On this show Jason and Kole discuss some crazy rules in sports, NFL news, who the homerun champ will be in the MLB. They also give their takes on the Mets opening day projected lineup and this Summers mega fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson.By Jason & Kole

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#156 Patrick Kehoe 2:06:05

2M ago2:06:05

2:06:05

Happy St. Patrick's Day from Tales From The Mall! Today's very special episode features my great friend Patrick Kehoe: first and foremost a father & husband, but also an Irish-Canadian, a '90s dot com entrepreneur, an OG theorycel, a writer, a boxing expert and much more. Patrick and I talk about family, boxing, French theory, the 90s dot com boom,…

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#155 Brantley 2:11:47

2M ago2:11:47

2:11:47

Brantley is an old friend of the show, a return guest... more importantly he is a film professional, a flower farmer, a Southern gentleman and a wonderful soul. He has, of late, become a golf scholar & active golfer. On this episode we talk about breaking up, about golfing, about the great Ron Shelton movie Tin Cup, about screenwriting and much mor…

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Where in Korea Kole? Part 2 33:17

2M ago33:17

33:17

Jason & Kole discuss the MLB and thoughts and predictions on the seasonBy Jason & Kole

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Mamba or Lebron? Part 1 30:07

3M ago30:07

30:07

Jason & Kole discuss the Gators, Tampa bay football and who's #2 all time in the NBA.By Jason & Kole

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#154 Big Mac McCarthy 2:28:32

2M ago2:28:32

2:28:32

The brilliant, young Canadian musician, public intellectual, & co-host of the runaway hit podcast NICE, Big Mac McCarthy joins the show for a raw, unfiltered, frank conversation about contemporary Canada, songwriting, love in the 21st Century, the life of a Bohemian musician, going back to school in one's 30s and much much more. Thank you, Mac. Tha…

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Mets Baseball LFGM 37:14

3M ago37:14

37:14

Mets baseball is here and the guys talk about the start of Spring training, Pete Alonso and will he be a Met next year and Steve Cohen's vision long term for the team. #Mets #MLB #NewYorkMetsBy Jason & Kole

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#153 Eric Tolzmann 2:26:15

3M ago2:26:15

2:26:15

Eric Tolzmann is a tremendous filmmaker, writer & music aficionado. On this episode he and I discuss working in the film industry, Terrence Malick, record collecting, the wounds afflicting the Millenial soul, Dean Martin, growing up in a house with little access to pop culture, and much much more. Eric's Twitter: https://twitter.com/erictolzmannEri…

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The Script has been completed 32:07

3M ago32:07

32:07

Jason and Kole talk about the super bowl game and give their opinions on how things played out.By Jason & Kole

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State of the Mets heading into the Spring 23:10

3M ago23:10

23:10

With all the negativity surrounding the organization. The guys give their take on the direction the team is going and what they hope to see. Spring training is just around the corner and we can't wait.By Jason & Kole

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Chief's dynasty vs Pat's dynasty 43:49

3M ago43:49

43:49

This week Wes joins Jason and Kole to talk about the Superbowl. The crew gives their takes on the big game, NFL awards and much more.By Jason & Kole

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#152 Dom aka Danglingsince97 2:33:15

3M ago2:33:15

2:33:15

Dom is a very good friend of mine, a public intellectual, a hockey player & hockey historian, a resident of Detroit City, & all around great guy. In this extraordinarily wide-ranging episode we touch on a number of amazing topics: hockey, Canada, music, cigarettes, love/romance, the NCAA 2006 soundtrack & much much more. Enjoy, & thank you, Dom. Th…

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Dan Gambles!!!! Taylor Swift wins again 41:22

4M ago41:22

41:22

The guys talk about the AFC and NFC matchups, Baker Mayfeilds possible contract and much more.By Jason & Kole

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AFTER HOURS #6: JANET MALCOLM & ELIO PETRI WITH GUESTS BILL & BRUISER MAG MARK 2:13:47

3M ago2:13:47

2:13:47

The genius mind of Bill - books editor at Apocalypse Confidential & writer in his own right - who has been on the show many times before, brought me an extraordinary pairing of media for this episode. We discuss both the tremendous work of non-fiction literature The Journalist & The Murderer by Janet Malcolm; & the tremendous 1970 Italian satire/cr…

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Down to 4 (NFL) 32:35

4M ago32:35

32:35

Kole and Jason talk about the Chiefs vs Bills game the upcoming NFL playoff games and much more.By Jason & Kole

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#151 - Erik Aka Organized Meat 2:23:23

4M ago2:23:23

2:23:23

Erik, aka Organized Meat, is an extraordinary friend of mine. He's a genuine thinker, feeler & educator. He's from SoCal... one of the most extraordinary places on earth... but he's a desert dweller now. He lives in Las Vegas... and we talk about Vegas, we talk about California, we talk about movies, we talk about Leonard Maltin. We have a blast. E…

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Analytics are wrong (Bucs vs Lions) 20:11

4M ago20:11

20:11

The guys talk about the Bucs VS Lions game.By Jason & Kole

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Green Bay VS San Fran Breakdown 15:41

4M ago15:41

15:41

On this episode the guys break down Saturday nights NFL Playoff matchup between Green Bay and San Fran. #NFL #Playoffs #GreenBay #SanFranBy Jason & Kole

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Ravens vs Texans Breakdown 14:04

4M ago14:04

14:04

Jason and Kole break down the first matchup of the weekend. The Ravens vs Texans went how we expected. #Ravens #Texans #NFL #PlayoffsBy Jason & Kole

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AFTER HOURS #5: HAROLD BECKER (SEA OF LOVE & CITY HALL) WITH MONTY CARLO & MARIANNE 1:40:17

4M ago1:40:17

1:40:17

The great Harold Becker is a master craftsman & the director behind some underappreciated, overlooked, maybe forgotten, Hollywood Gems. My friends Monty Carlo & Marianne join me for a lively discussion of two of his neo-noir classics, Sea of Love (1989) & City Hall (1996). We really get into it & I really find myself loving Harold Becker so much. E…

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Fire the Cannons 33:14

4M ago33:14

33:14

NFL playoffs talk and predictions. The Goat retires from Bama and Koles upcoming baseball tryouts.By Jason & Kole

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#150 Laura 2:05:22

4M ago2:05:22

2:05:22

Laura returns to the show for a nice relaxing chat about food, the restaurant business, & Wisconsin. Relax & enjoy. Many thanks to Laura. Laura on Twitter: https://twitter.com/toshibasoundbarLaura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spirulaura/By Tales From The Mall

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Wait NIL Stands for what? 44:49

4M ago44:49

44:49

NFL playoff first round picks. College football title game and NIL deals. We also touch on sports betting and what not to do and last but not least what are the Mets doing?By Jason & Kole

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AFTER HOURS #4: ELMORE LEONARD WITH PETER DRAGOVICH & PARKER LONGBAUGH 1:48:26

4M ago1:48:26

1:48:26

I'm joined by crime fiction expert & writer Peter Dragovich and former lawman & writer Parker Longbaugh to reckon with the work of one of the most popular crime writers of the 20th century, Mr. Elmore "Dutch" Leonard. Most-discussed is his novel LA BRAVA but we also allude to SWAG, various film adaptations of his work, and a documentary on the man,…

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#149 Graham Irvin 2:25:35

4M ago2:25:35

2:25:35

Graham Irvin is a talented poet from Philadelphia, PA. Graham was the author of the smash hit book, Liver Mush, from Back Patio Press. Graham and I have a wonderful talk about his NEW forthcoming book, I Have A Gun; about Philadelphia; about growing up. It's a very beautiful and relaxed conversation. Enjoy.Graham on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gra…

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#148 Keenan O'Meara 2:27:02

5M ago2:27:02

2:27:02

Keenan O'Meara is a singular musical talent. He's the greatest living guitarist; he's a singer songwriter with a voice like an angel. He joined me for one of the most magical conversations of the 21st Century right after he returned home from a European tour. We talked about music; we talked about sports; we talked about taxes. We are great friends…

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#147 Dani 2:07:24

5M ago2:07:24

2:07:24

Dani is a wonderful friend of mine. She happens to be a talented artist. She is also a consummate outdoorswoman - a bear guide in Yellowstone & Alaska, a dog musher in the wilds of Colorado - and an incredibly intelligent and funny person. We have a relaxed chat about movies, her outdoor adventures, & more. Dani on Twitter: https://twitter.com/drag…

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AFTER HOURS #3: ROSS MACDONALD WITH STEVEN POWELL & ANDREW MILLER 2:05:53

5M ago2:05:53

2:05:53

I'm joined by Dr. Steven Powell, author of Love Me Fierce In Danger: The Life Of James Ellroy, and Los Angeles noir scribe Andrew Miller, author of the forthcoming novel Namaste Mart Confidential, to talk about the life and work of Canadian-American noir author Ross Macdonald. We discuss the books The Instant Enemy & The Drowning Pool, as well as t…

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#146 Woke Beyond 2:05:28

5M ago2:05:28

2:05:28

God bless this wonderful guest. Woke Beyond is an extraordinary human personality. He & I have the most unbelievable conversation about geography, latino identity, being a music nerd, politics & more. Thank you, Woke Beyond. And thank you listener.Woke Beyond on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WokeBeyondWoke Beyond on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/…

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AFTER HOURS #2: THE POSTMAN ALWAYS RINGS TWICE WITH MAX THRAX & HOWLING MUTANT 2:06:11

6M ago2:06:11

2:06:11

The greatest living crime writer, Max Thrax, and the funniest man alive, Howling Mutant, join me for a vast exploration of the great novel by James M. Cain, The Postman Always Rings Twice, and its two Hollywood adaptations from 1946 & 1981. We also get into a conversation about the 1935 John Ford classic The Informer, Irishness, Thomas777, and more…

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#145 Puella 2:06:12

6M ago2:06:12

2:06:12

Puella's intellect and charm is unsurpassed. Her reputation, thus far, has been made as a Twitter personality - but I suspect that even greater fortunes await her; as a woman, as an artist, as a thinker. I had a wonderful conversation with her: about sports, about love, about Chili's. She was funny, I was funny - and the whole thing has a poignancy…

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#144 Trout Fish 2:08:44

7M ago2:08:44

2:08:44

Trout Fish is a Southern Gentleman dwelling in the great city of Richmond, VA. He's a writer, a poet, a musician - he makes beautiful music. And he inspires me on this episode of Tales From The Mall - we talk a lot about creativity, and Metallica, and religion. We have a blast and you will too. Many thanks to Trout. Trout on Twitter: https://twitte…

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AFTER HOURS #1: KISS ME DEADLY WITH BILL & TOM WILL 2:16:21

6M ago2:16:21

2:16:21

I'm joined by two of my best friends in the world, Bill & Tom Will, as we discuss the 1955 film Kiss Me Deadly & the 1952 novel of the same name by Mickey Spillane. We have a lot of fun and I hope you will too. Bill on Twitter: https://twitter.com/20gaShotgunBill on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/20gashotgun/Tom Will on Twitter: https://twitt…

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#143 Daphne Knouse 1:58:01

7M ago1:58:01

1:58:01

Daphne Knouse is an extraordinarily talented New York-based visual artist. We have a beautiful, open, raw, vulnerable conversation about all manner of things: love, friendship, parents, art. It's a very special conversation and I'm very grateful to Daphne. Daphne's website: https://daphneknouse.me/Daphne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daph…

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#142 DJ Fake Gucci Aka Miles Aka Death 2 2:09:50

7M ago2:09:50

2:09:50

Miles is a musician. He makes techno. He makes noise. He's also a former speed addict. He also works at a pawn shop. He's also from Sacramento. Miles and I share life stories, he shares his harrowing tale of speed addiction and recovery. We bro down about Northern California. He educates me about internet phenomena. It's a wonderful time. Thank you…

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#141 Eternal Dillard's 2:23:57

7M ago2:23:57

2:23:57

Eternal Dillard's is an old buddy of mine and I love him greatly. He is also the genius behind the Ghost Jail full-length audio drama HEREAFTER MAN. We talk a lot about that, about movies, about music and just have a lot of laughs. Listen in on two friends enjoying each other's company. Hereafter Man: https://soundcloud.com/ghostjail/11-hereafter-m…

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#140 Beth Heinly 2:14:26

7M ago2:14:26

2:14:26

Beth Heinly is an extraordinarily talented artist. She makes a comic - the 3:00 Book - which will soon be available in book form, and is also an accomplished visual/performance artist. Beth lives in Philadelphia. On this episode we talk about cats, religion, being Irish, Philadelphia and more. Please enjoy and many thanks to Beth. Beth on Patreon: …

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#139 Calvin Westra 2:06:13

8M ago2:06:13

2:06:13

The wonderfully talented author Calvin Westra joins me for a deep conversation from his home in Indiana. Calvin is the author of brilliant books such as Family Annihilator & Donald Goines. Calvin is also the Midwest attache' for the great Expat Press. Calvin and I discuss his process as a writer, his business acumen, Ricky Williams, and drug addict…

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#138 Melly 2:12:14

8M ago2:12:14

2:12:14

Melly is a podcasting star from Brighton, England, in the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland. He is England's most powerful and famous export since the "Fab Four", and quite frankly she is much better than they ever were and they were the greatest to ever do it - until now. She hosts the nowthen podcast which you should subscribe to…

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Update: Amanda Fortini, Petra Cortright, Tom Will, Sleepy Time Bear, & more 2:04

1y ago2:04

2:04

Tales From The Mall continues to broadcast over at Patreon.Com/TalesFromTheMall for only $5 a month with amazing new episodes from guests like Amanda Fortini, Petra Cortright, Tom Will, Sleepy Time Bear, Martina Martinez and future episodes with the likes of Stern Fan Robbie, Will Waltz and much much more. But YOU MUST subscribe. You will not regre…

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#88 Ali 2:35:31

1+ y ago2:35:31

2:35:31

My good friend Ali returns for the final episode of Tales From The Mall. We talk about therapy, life, love, other mysteries. This is a very beautiful and relaxing episode. Enjoy.Ali on Twitter: https://twitter.com/eIfcupAli on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/k0kirif0rest/By Tales From The Mall

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#80 Max Thrax 2:12:38

1+ y ago2:12:38

2:12:38

This marks the second appearance of the great Max Thrax. Max is a New England-based author - he wrote the amazing book "God Is A Killer" which you all should buy. He is also the co-fiction editor of Apocalypse Confidential. On this episode we talk about his book, New Hampshire, the writing process, Noirvember, eating, exercise and so much more. Ple…

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Stampgevaar Music Showcase Aug 11 53:51

13y ago53:51

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