Best Mike And Zak Podcasts (2024)

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Get Ready for Paris 2024 Basketball with Men’s and Women’s Basketball Team USA Announcer Noah Eagle! 35:18

3h ago35:18

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The excitement is building as the 2024 Olympics approach! The Men's and Women's Team USA basketball teams are gearing up to take on the world in Paris. Matt and Justin welcome veteran play-by-play announcer Noah Eagle who will be calling the action for both squads. In addition to Noah sharing his favorite basketball memories, we'll delve into a dee…

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Episode 11: Sacramento Fire Department with Captain Steve Mayer 31:42

4h ago31:42

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Ever wondered what it's like to serve in a bustling urban fire department? Captain Steve Mayer from the Sacramento Fire Department shares his insights on the challenges and dynamics of serving a densely populated urban area. Captain Mayer discusses the structure and operations of the Sacramento Fire Department, including its extensive call volume, …

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The Rise of Caitlin Clark: A Top 10 WNBA Superstar in Her Rookie Year w/ Indiana Fever's Pat Boylan 41:56

9h ago41:56

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We are back with another exciting episode of Hoopsology as we welcome back Pat Boylan, the Play-by-Play Voice of the WNBA's Indiana Fever and the fill-in commentator for the Indiana Pacers on Bally Sports. As we approach the WNBA All-Star break, Pat shares his insights on the Fever's season, discussing the challenges of their early schedule, the im…

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Episode 105: 2001: A Space Odyssey 2:01:28

1d ago2:01:28

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A Story of how on three separate occasions intelligent alien life had attempted to make contact, or influence man's evolutionary development. The film explores outer space almost as much as it does inner space, casting an introspective eye on humanity at large, and it's everlasting struggle to survive in a universe beyond it's ken. Arguably Kubrick…

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14th July – Anna Burgess – Acts 10 22:23

6d ago22:23

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By Network Church Sheffield

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The Incredible Mentality of Giannis, Caitlin Clark, Kamilla Cardoso & Kiki Rice (w/Kristen Lappas) 27:22

2d ago27:22

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Kristen Lappas is BACK to reveal insights she learned about Giannis, Caitlin Clark, Kamilla Cardoso, and Kiki Rice during the making of "Giannis: The Marvelous Journey" and "Full Court Press". Be sure to check both of those out to support her work and get stories you won't find anywhere else! Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Twitter:@hoopsolo…

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30th June – Cath Livesy – Acts 9 27:34

13d ago27:34

27:34

By Network Church Sheffield

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LeBron Stays Put & French Dominate Draft: Hoopsology Talks NBA Free Agency with Scooby Axson 30:18

4d ago30:18

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NBA Free Agency is heating up and writer for USA TODAY Sports Scooby Axson joins Hoopsology to discuss LeBron resigning with the Lakers, Bronny James' potential, how France has taken over the NBA Draft, the effects NIL has had on future league draft picks and more. Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Twitter:@hoopsologypod Instagram:@hoopsologyp…

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Zak Blackman: Conscription, Royal Navy and Onlyfans 1:07:14

8d ago1:07:14

1:07:14

In this episode of the Option One podcast, host Oliver interviews Zak Blackman, a former Royal Navy officer who was expelled for creating OnlyFans content on his ship. Now running a successful OnlyFans account, Zak shares his journey from the Navy to becoming a content creator. He provides insights into his daily routine, the challenges he faces as…

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Episode 10: Munford Fire Department: Chief Jeremy Reeves 15:26

8d ago15:26

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In this episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch, we have an insightful conversation with Chief Jeremy Reeves of the Munford Fire Department in Tennessee. Chief Reeves discusses the department's new Enforcer™ Pumper, emphasizing the importance of having consistent equipment as the department grows. He shares details about the department, including growth in…

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Exploring WNBA Excellence: New York Liberty's Success and Ellie the Elephant's Popularity with Aliyah Funschelle 22:33

9d ago22:33

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The WNBA is thriving, with the New York Liberty at the forefront boasting a remarkable 17-3 record. In this episode of Hoopsology, we're joined by Aliyah Funschelle to explore why the Liberty stands out as a top W franchise, the growing fame of their mascot Ellie the Elephant, and the current landscape of the WNBA. *Recorded on June 17th* Hoopsolog…

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Episode 104: What are we Watching? (So many Emotions) 1:00:22

10d ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Mike and Zak have been talking talkin about movies for SO LONG and they're getting all emotional about it! this episode they cover Inside Out 2, the Bikeriders, and Kinds of Kindness. As Always: tune in next week for a much better episode.By Mike & Zak

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Behind the Scenes of FX’s "Clipped" with ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne; Also Thoughts on JJ Redick as Lakers Coach and Covering the NBA in the age of Social Media 42:52

11d ago42:52

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Discover exclusive insights from Ramona Shelburne, senior writer at ESPN and creator of ESPN's 30 for 30 podcast "The Sterling Affairs." Join us as we delve into the making of FX’s Clipped, the series’ reception, and Ramona’s basketball journey. Plus, explore her take on covering basketball in the age of social media, JJ Redick’s new role as Lakers…

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Lakers Shake Up NBA Offseason: Redick as Coach and LeBron's Future with Spectrum LA's Nikki Kay 30:08

16d ago30:08

30:08

The NBA season is over but the Los Angeles Lakers are dominating the NBA conversation. We welcome sports host & reporter for Spectrum LA, Nikki Kay. Nikki provides insight into the Lakers’ surprising hire of JJ Redick and fan reaction in LA, how JJ will adjust to coaching one of the most high-profile teams in sports, and how we break down the impac…

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Episode 103: The Holy Mountain 1:42:03

26d ago1:42:03

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It’s a classic counterculture arthouse tilt-a-whirl of a feature length film, and whether you love it or hate it, you cannot deny its impact on cinema and art of the ensuing decades. What can be said about this movie that hasn’t already been said? Tune in to find out!By Mike & Zak

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More Than LeBron's Son: The New Yorker’s Louisa Thomas on Why Bronny James is Underestimated 16:21

18d ago16:21

16:21

The NBA Draft draws near and the majority of the hype has been surrounding where Bronny James will land in the draft. We welcome staff writer for the New Yorker Louisa Thomas onto Hoopsology to give her analysis about the pressure Bronny is facing. Louisa wrote an article for the New Yorker about Bronny and talks about why Bronny is being underesti…

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Can the Las Vegas Aces Defend its championship? With The Sporting Tribune's, Will Despart 26:02

18d ago26:02

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In this edition of Hoopsology welcome a Las Vegas staff writer for The Sporting Tribune, Will Despart. We get Will’s insight into how the Aces have struggled during the first part of the season, what their team will look like with the return of Chelsea Gray to Las Vegas, the underdog story of Kate Martin, A'ja Wilson’s competitive spirit, and more.…

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23rd June – Nic Thorpe – Home for Good 11:08

27d ago11:08

11:08

By Network Church Sheffield

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Episode 9: Firefighter Training with Jared Rhode 26:13

23d ago26:13

26:13

Welcome back to another episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch! In this episode, we sit down with Jared Rhode, Dickinson Fire Department's Training Captain and North Dakota’s Firefighter Association Instructor of the Year. Captain Rhode discusses his role, the evolution of firefighter training programs and initiatives aimed at youth engagement in firefigh…

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Warner Bros. Discovery Out of NBA Rights? Lakers Hire Reddick: Athlete Media Content in 2024 with Front Office Sports Owen Poindexter 32:54

23d ago32:54

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He is a Senior Writer for Front Office Sports and the host of the Front Office Sports Today Podcast we welcome Owen Poindexter Senior Writer for Front Office Sports and the host of the Front Office Sports Today, Owen Poindexter joins Hoopsology to discuss the NBA’s future after the conclusion of the NBA Finals. Owen gives his opinion of WBD potenti…

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16th June – Mike Rutter – Acts 8 47:46

1M ago47:46

47:46

By Network Church Sheffield

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Episode 102: What are we Watching? (Max Attacks) 1:09:43

1M ago1:09:43

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Recurring guest on the podcast Max Minkowitz fill in for Zak this week for a very fun and tangential edition of the Clearing the Q Podcast. Max gets the ball rolling with his thoughts on Big Trouble, Little China, before Mike expounds upon his numerous opinions on the Fellowship of the Ring. Then the boys discuss the undersung Collateral, and they …

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Banner 18: Boston Celtics Reign Supreme-Hoopsology’s ITL 47:20

25d ago47:20

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Matt and Justin dissect the 2024 NBA Finals with a deep dive into the Boston Celtics' championship run. We celebrate their 18th title, solidifying their place as the winningest franchise in basketball history. We analyze the performances of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, with Brown taking home Finals MVP honors. The hosts also break down the Dallas…

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Caitlin Clark Team USA Olympic Snub and the Growing Pains of the WNBA Attaining Mainstream Success 50:48

30d ago50:48

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In this edition of Hoopsology’s In The Lab, Justin and Matt explore what happens when the WNBA is thrown into the mainstream and the societal culture war. We also give our thoughts on Caitlin Clark being left off Team USA for the Olympics and more! Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Twitter:@hoopsologypod Instagram:@hoopsologypod Justin's Twitt…

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Episode 101: What are we Watching? (Dry Takes) 1:09:50

1M ago1:09:50

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Today we start things off with a little chat about Paul Verhoeven's Showgirls, and then Paul Verhoeven's Starship Troopers. Then we talk a little bit about Lisztomania, and we wrap things up with more talk about Mad Max Fury Road. Nothing From the Theaters this week folks!By Mike & Zak

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Coaching Conflict? LeBron's Bromance with Lakers Candidate: Hoopsology’s ITL 37:35

1M ago37:35

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Lakers in Coaching Limbo: Can They Find a Head Coach? Matt and Justin dissect the latest blow to the Los Angeles Lakers: their pursuit of Dan Hurley falling short. They debate whether the Lakers can find a suitable head coach to lead LeBron James and Anthony Davis. LeBron's Basketball Bromances: Kyrie Irving & JJ Redick The guys delve into LeBron J…

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9th June – Zak Venable – Acts 3 32:30

1M ago32:30

32:30

By Network Church Sheffield

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Episode 8: Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumpers with Chief Dan DiRenzo 28:54

1M ago28:54

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Pierce™ Dispatch Episode No.8 – Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumpers with Chief Dan DiRenzo On this episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch, hosted by Pierce Manufacturing, we discuss Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumpers with Chief Dan DiRenzo. Bellmawr Fire Department is taking delivery of an Enforcer™ Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumper and an Enforcer 75’ Heavy-Duty Steel Aerial Ladder…

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2 June – Mike Rutter – Radical Generosity 34:02

2M ago34:02

34:02

By Network Church Sheffield

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J. Alphonse Nicholson Interview: Landing the role of Chris Paul in the FX series Clipped, Passion for Hoops 28:32

2M ago28:32

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Matt and Justin welcome J. Alphonse Nicholson who plays Chris Paul in the FX series Clipped which takes viewers behind the scenes of the Donald Sterling scandal that rocked not only the Clippers but also the sports world and based on the hit ESPN 30 for 30 podcast The Sterling Affairs. Nicholson shares his passion for hoops, how he landed the role,…

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Episode 100: Highlander 1:56:49

2M ago1:56:49

1:56:49

Connor MacLeod discovers that he is an immortal being when he survives a fatal wound during his first battle in the scottish highlands and is outcasted by his clan. He is then confronted and trained by a fellow immortal being in the ways of how best to defend himself from others who will come seeking his power. But that was over a century ago! Conn…

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26th May – Rachel Nunn – Acts 3 13:03

2M ago13:03

13:03

By Network Church Sheffield

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19th May – Evening Gathering – Peter Ibison – 1 Peter 2 28:18

2M ago28:18

28:18

By Network Church Sheffield

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Caitlin Clark vs Chennedy Carter and the WNBA's Mishandling of the Indiana Fever, NBA Finals Preview between Dallas and Boston - Hoopsology’s In The Lab 1:13:26

1M ago1:13:26

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In this packed episode of In The Lab, Matt and Justin discuss how the Indiana Fever is dealing with a rough start and the controversy surrounding the cheap shot Caitlin Clark received from the Chicago Sky’s Chennedy Carter. We also break down the top storylines that have occurred in the WNBA. The hosts also preview the upcoming NBA Finals between t…

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Hammer Time! Unveiling the Secrets of a Harlem Globetrotter with Donte Hammer Harrison 24:39

2M ago24:39

24:39

We have an episode that we have been looking forward to for a while. Our guest is a member of the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters Donte "Hammer" Harrison. The Globetrotters holds a special place in basketball and we get Donte’s perspective regarding his passion for basketball, how he became a member of the team, his favorite moments, and how he h…

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Episode 99: What are we Watching? (Apocalypse Wow) 1:24:58

2M ago1:24:58

1:24:58

Mike and Zak have had 99 whole episodes worth of opinions y'all. Today they're gonna talk at you about Furiosa and the Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. That's it. That's the whole thing folks.By Mike & Zak

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Chicago Sun-Times’ Journalist and Author Scoop Jackson on the Legacy of George Gervin 39:03

2M ago39:03

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We have a special guest joining this episode of Hoopsology. You might have seen his work on ESPN and now for the Chicago Sun-Times and he along with George Gervin wrote Ice: Why I Was Born to Score which is available now, we welcomed Robert Scoop Jackson onto the show. Scoop joins Matt and Justin to discuss his favorite basketball memories, writing…

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Episode 7: Apparatus Testing with Scott Mumford 15:10

2M ago15:10

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Welcome to another episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch, hosted by Pierce Manufacturing, where we discuss the topic of apparatus testing with Scott Mumford, Pierce’s Production Manager who has 23 years of fire apparatus manufacturing experience. In this episode, Scott shares his knowledge and expertise on fire apparatus testing. We discuss the benefits,…

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NBC Sports Bay Area’s Zena Keita discusses the Golden State Valkyries Joining the WNBA! 36:08

2M ago36:08

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It’s an exciting time to be a fan of the WNBA and the league is planning on adding new teams, with its new addition of the Golden State Valkyries. In this edition of Hoopsology Justin and Matt welcome NBC Sports Bay Area Reporter Zena Keita to talk about what led San Francisco to gain a new WNBA franchise. We get her thoughts on the current WNBA se…

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Episode 98: Sound & Fury 1:30:22

2M ago1:30:22

1:30:22

What happens when a muscle car driving samurai takes on the two war criminals responsible for killing their family in an apocalyptic wasteland? If you said a sexy dance number with robot minions, gassed up topless Geisha, and blindfolded muscle mommies and daddies, then you win a fine fat fair-day goose! But I guess that’s really just the main stor…

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Nuggets & Knicks Ousted! | Pacers-Celtics & Wolves-Mavs Preview | In The Lab Breakdown 39:44

2M ago39:44

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Matt and Justin break down the Conference Finals on Hoopsology, analyzing the Indiana Pacers' Cinderella run against the Boston Celtics. They also dissect the Minnesota Timberwolves' shocking upset over the defending champion Denver Nuggets and preview the upcoming series between the Wolves and the Dallas Mavericks. Plus, they dive into the offseas…

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19th May – Zak Venable – Pentecost 26:56

2M ago26:56

26:56

By Network Church Sheffield

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Reality Stars EXPOSE Big Brother, Ex on the Beach & MAFS 1:00:47

2M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

With Theo and Oli unexpectedly absent, Alan Clarke, our Executive Producer, steps in as host for this insightful episode into the world of reality TV.Join us as Babestation Models Joa Nova from "Big Brother" (2015), Laylah Linda from "Ex on the Beach," and Jordan Gayle from "Married at First Sight" (MAFS) dive deep into their experiences on reality…

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Bonus Episode: FDIC International 2024 Attendees 9:08

2M ago9:08

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We have something special in store for Pierce™ Dispatch listeners this week… a bonus episode! We sat down with attendees at FDIC International 2024. Tune in to hear voices of the fire industry from all over the country on their experience at the show. Date Aired: 05/17/2024 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz & Pierce Booth Attendees Guests: Alie Reetz is a…

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12th May – Mike Rutter – Ascension 28:53

2M ago28:53

28:53

By Network Church Sheffield

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Risks and Realities: NIL and Transfer Portal Exposed with Washington Post's Jesse Dougherty 32:40

2M ago32:40

32:40

NIL and the transfer portal changed the DNA of college sports and we discussed whether the new changes are positive for student-athletes with the Washington Post’s Jesse Dougherty. Do opponents of NIL and the transfer portal have any credible arguments against the paradigm shift in college sports, we get Jesse’s perspective. Hoopsology is presented…

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Episode 97: What are we Watching? (Apes and Angst) 1:06:18

2M ago1:06:18

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Mike is hung up on the planet of the apes movies, and Zak wants to talk about Zendaya and Detective Pikachu (the actor, not the movie) This one goes hard.By Mike & Zak

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Could it be the END of Inside the NBA, WNBA Kickoff, Second Round of the NBA Playoffs Continues, Hoopsology’s ITL 1:00:19

2M ago1:00:19

1:00:19

Matt and Justin return to the lab to give you their impressions of the second round of the NBA Playoffs, their thoughts on the individual NBA Awards of MVP and Defensive Player of the Year, the future of NBA Broadcast Rights, and the beginning of the WNBA season. We also go in-depth if TNT loses the NBA. Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Twitt…

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Episode 6: Preparation for Pierce Visits with Jason Blank 30:46

2M ago30:46

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Welcome back to another episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch. In this episode, we sat down with Jason Blank, Pierce Fleet Requirements Manager. We discuss valuable insights on how customers can make the most out of their visits to Pierce and learn expert tips on achieving success in their apparatus build process. Date Aired: 05/10/2024 Featuring: Host D…

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The WNBA Is Set to Succeed Like We've Never Seen (with Author Howard Megdal) 26:59

2M ago26:59

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Howard Megdal, Author of “Rare Gems” and the host of Locked On Women's Basketball Podcast, joins the show to discuss the recent growth, past failures, and bright future of women’s basketball and the WNBA. Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife. Rare Gems is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Rare-Gems-Generations-Women-Paved/dp/1637271980 Twitter…

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