Best Rebecca Burke Podcasts (2024)

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184. Can You Be Overly Optimistic? Finding Balance in Big Ideas with Kris Brown 1:26:36

9h ago1:26:36

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In the quiet corners of Vermont, amidst the soothing hum of nature, there's an almost impossibly deep and velvety voice that resonates with wisdom and authenticity: Meet Kris Brown, a voiceover expert whose path to success has been anything but ordinary. His journey is marked by struggles (like incarceration and homelessness), redemption (through i…

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John Brenkus on "SportScience," Marcellus Wiley, Brinx. TV, and more 32:38

1h ago32:38

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Host Brandon Contes interviews executive producer and host of "SportScience," John Brenkus. Brandon and John discuss a wide range of topics including creating and hosting "SportScience," how the science community reacted to the show, creating and running Brinx. TV, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us o…

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88. AI fictions with Alex Shvartsman 35:22

2d ago35:22

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This episode we're chatting with Alex Shvartsman about what is our AI future, human crafted storytelling, the Generative AI use backlash, disclaimers for generated text, human vs AI authorship, practical or functional goals of LLMs, changing themes in science fiction, a diversity of international perspectives and more...…

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183. Where’s Your Fish From? The Future of Sustainable Seafood with Jennifer Bushman 54:04

5h ago54:04

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Jennifer Bushman is a leading expert in elevating ingeniously sustainable “water farming.” Aquaculture now has the potential to provide abundant seafood, as well as foods from freshwater sources, all over the world. Get ready to be delighted—and hungry—as you learn about this consumer shift that you’ll surely be anxious to participate in. Chapters …

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Top Tips for Writing Short Stories That Help Sell Series with H.L. Burke 49:05

1h ago49:05

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Struggling to write short stories? Or maybe you just want some fresh writing inspiration?We’ve got you covered with great tips on how to intuitively write short stories that connect with larger series.My special guest H.L. Burke (author of many books, winner of awards, adorer of cats) shares her top tips on writing short stories!Includes epic conve…

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How to Reclaim Your Creativity & Overcome Burnout with K. Michele Moseley 44:03

1h ago44:03

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What if you have the contract, you do the promotion, you put on your best marketing hat - and then things fizzle anyway? Or worse, your publishing house closes?My guest K. Michele Moseley has been through all of this and more, and she shares her wisdom on recovering from burnout and reclaiming creative joy in this episode.Includes epic conversation…

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Steve Levy on Stanley Cup Playoffs, ESPN, bulging discs, and more 44:59

1h ago44:59

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Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN's Steve Levy. Brandon and Steve discuss a wide range of topics including being a Rangers fan and working with Mark Messier, working "Monday Night Football," his infamous "bulging disc" blooper, why Pat McAfee is a "genius," and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Face…

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182. Mythbusting Travel: Goodness in Iraq with Doug Barnard 56:56

10d ago56:56

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In the realm of travel, there are individuals who are not just adventurers, but also champions of breaking stereotypes and fostering connections with others. Doug Barnard is one of those individuals. He is a seasoned YouTuber with over 500,000 followers, as well as a guide who takes travelers on wondrous journeys to places maligned in mass media, l…

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Jon "Stugotz" Weiner on Dan Le Batard, WFAN, Pat McAfee, and more 1:04:49

3d ago1:04:49

1:04:49

Host Brandon Contes interviews co-host of "The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz," Jon "Stugotz" Weiner. Brandon and Stugotz discuss a wide range of topics including being interested in being program director at WFAN, working with Dan Le Batard for nearly 20 years, the importance of being on ESPN and being jealous of Pat McAfee, and more. For even mo…

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181. An Astronaut’s View: Flourishing on Spaceship Earth Together with Nicole Stott 52:29

6d ago52:29

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Astronaut Nicole Stott isn't your average adventurer; she's one of the few individuals who have had the privilege of leaving Earth and venturing into the vast unknown of outer space, experiencing the wonder of living and working aboard both a space shuttle and the ISS. With over 100 days spent in space, Nicole has gained a unique perspective on our…

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Eli Gold on departing Alabama, NASCAR, Nick Saban, and more 48:45

18d ago48:45

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Host Brandon Contes interviews broadcasting legend Eli Gold. Brandon and Bob discuss a wide range of topics including being the voice of the Alabama Crimson Tide, Alabama not retaining him for 2024, telling a white lie to start broadcasting in NASCAR, Nick Saban retiring from coaching, and more. NOTE: We apologize for some audio and visual issues d…

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180. Transforming Stressful Spaces with Nature Photography with Ernesto Rodriguez 45:11

13d ago45:11

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Ernesto Rodriguez is using a lifetime of experiences bridging art, science, and nature to create healing environments, and he can teach us how to combine our own unique life experiences to create real impact in remarkable ways. During this interview, you may see a path for yourself appear: one that allows you to live with joyous energy to the very …

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Bob Costas on Donald Trump, Olympics, Tom Brady, and more 59:38

22d ago59:38

59:38

Host Brandon Contes interviews broadcasting legend Bob Costas. Brandon and Bob discuss a wide range of topics including his feelings on Donald Trump before and after becoming president, Bob's infamous gun culture essay, how Tom Brady would be as a broadcaster, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Fac…

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179. Save the Sloths and You Save Everything Else with Dr. Rebecca Cliffe 57:34

20d ago57:34

57:34

Dr. Rebecca Cliffe is the founder of one of the world’s largest organizations for the conservation of the endearing, always-smiling sloth. Sloths aren’t just the latest trendy, adorable animal: Dr. Cliffe is here to inform us that they are worth every moment of constant attention and adoration, and to help us understand how we can assist this remar…

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Danny Parkins on Caleb Williams, Nick Wright, Danny's book, and more 57:43

24d ago57:43

57:43

Host Brandon Contes interviews "Parkins & Spiegel Show" co-host and co-author of the book "Pipeline to the Pros," Danny Parkins. Brandon and Danny discuss a wide range of topics including Caleb Williams (very likely) going to the Bears, being the best man at Nick Wright's vow renewal, breaking the news of the Jovan Belcher tragedy, and more. For ev…

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178. Looking to Nature to Solve Complex Problems with Katie Losey 50:01

1M ago50:01

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Did you know that many of the design and engineering problems we face today have already been solved through millions of years of evolution, by nature itself? Katie Losey, a science writer, is passionately advocating for the use of biomimicry—the study and application of nature’s hidden genius—in modern problem-solving. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Wel…

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87. Good tech with Eleanor Drage and Kerry McInerney 53:49

1M ago53:49

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This episode we're chatting with Eleanor and Kerry on what is good technology and is it even possible? Technology is political, watering down regulation, the magic of AI, the value of human creativity, how Feminism, Aboriginal, mixed race studies can help AI development? The performative nature tech and more...…

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177. Why Optimism Is Your Greatest Survival Skill with Bill Burke 1:03:48

2M ago1:03:48

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Bill Burke is the former CEO of The Weather Channel, and former President of the TBS Superstation. His long life at the highest echelons of media leadership has made him a master at choosing his own perspective, and he considers optimism to be one of our greatest superpowers. In this episode, he shares his insights about how it’s possible to harnes…

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Buster Olney on MLB offseason, Scott Boras, Shohei Ohtani, and more 52:39

1M ago52:39

52:39

Guest host Jessica Kleinschmidt interviews ESPN MLB reporter Buster Olney. Jessica and Buster discuss a wide range of topics including the slow pace of the MLB offseason, Scott Boras taking some losses in negotiations, helping Buster Posey be more media friendly, and more. NOTE: We recorded with Buster on Friday March 22, so in between recording an…

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176. Finding Common Ground, No Matter How Far Apart We Stand with Kyle Dodson 1:15:39

1M ago1:15:39

1:15:39

Kyle Dodson is a master when it comes to building bridges that know no bounds within communities. He can turn almost any negative notion on its side, inspect it from a fresh angle, and transform it into a source of positive ripple effects—and in that rare talent, he shows us how to invite others into a place of possibility. Chapters 00:00 - Intro &…

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Ariel Helwani on UFC, Dana White, Joe Rogan, and more 1:09:24

2M ago1:09:24

1:09:24

Host Brandon Contes interviews MMA reporter Ariel Helwani. Brandon and Ariel discuss a wide range of topics including discovering mixed martial arts and going to school to cover the sport, Dana White running the UFC, Joe Rogan as a UFC commentator, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Facebook, X (Tw…

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86. What is AI? Vol.3 14:47

2M ago14:47

14:47

This is a bonus episode looking back over answers to our question: What is AI?By Ben Byford and guests

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175. Here’s Your Permission Slip to Embrace Your Individuality with Abby Wren & Wade Holland 1:09:31

2M ago1:09:31

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Our guests today, Abby Wren and Wade Holland, are pushing back the edges of what’s “acceptable” and thereby opening up a whole new landscape for people who’d like to celebrate their uniqueness more. If your inner light is being dimmed (even a little) by the pressure to fit in or some life circumstance feels like a limitation, you will love this epi…

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Rebecca Lobo on Caitlin Clark, Kim Mulkey, Doris Burke, and more 55:07

2M ago55:07

55:07

Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN WNBA and college basketball analyst and Basketball Hall of Famer Rebecca Lobo. Brandon and Rebecca discuss a wide range of topics including Caitlin Clark and the growth of women's college basketball, going to the White House to interview Barack Obama filling out his bracket, her reaction to Kim Mulkey's comments,…

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174. Healing the Planet by Transforming Sand Back to Soil with Rodger Savory 1:02:36

2M ago1:02:36

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In our rush to solve problems, we often overlook simple logic that holds the key to enormous progress. When it comes to turning the desert wastelands of our planet (that human activity created) back into their once lush, productive forests and grasslands, Ecologist Roger Savory has one of those transformational observations that the world could be …

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173. Want Work that Feels Expansive? Find Your Noble Intention with Jill Donahue 51:26

2M ago51:26

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Our guest today, Jill Donahue, has a story that is a shining example of how it is possible to respond to tragedy in a positive way that opens a life of purpose for us. Jill’s personal experience with the downside of the Pharmaceutical industry inspired in her an unwavering commitment to better patient outcomes. To that end, she’s become a sought-af…

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Adam Lefkoe on "Inside the NBA," Doc Rivers, LeBron James, and more 1:04:09

2M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

Host Brandon Contes interviews "Inside the NBA" host and co-host of "The Big Podcast with Shaq," Adam Lefkoe. Brandon and Adam discuss a wide range of topics including lots of talk about "Inside the NBA" and the crew, reporting that Doc Rivers was heading to the Milwaukee Bucks and the uneasiness throughout the night when that wasn't immediately co…

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172. Mexico’s Whales are Winning as Everyday Heroes Work Together with Katherina Audley 1:08:38

2M ago1:08:38

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Katherina Audley is a National Geographic Explorer and whale researcher who has found a way to build community and restore the natural world in unique ways. She has helped a small village in Mexico come together to support the rare ecosystems that surround them, building a prosperous future for everyone—and their community’s decisions are affecting…

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Taylor Twellman on Lionel Messi, MLS, Apple, Tom Brady, and more 57:30

3M ago57:30

57:30

Host Brandon Contes interviews head Apple MLS commentator Taylor Twellman. Brandon and Taylor discuss a wide range of topics including giving Tom Brady broadcasting advice, Lionel Messi in MLS, leaving ESPN for Apple, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads, Lin…

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Faith-Based Sword & Sorcery, Body Horror with Romance, and Creative Life Balance with Rebecca P. Minor 58:45

3M ago58:45

58:45

Can faith-based sword and sorcery books, body horror romance, gifted illustrator, successful CEO of Realm Makers, and chronic conditions all go together? Yup, if you’re the amazing Rebecca P. Minor, who I have the honor of interviewing in this latest podcast episode! We dive into world building from a Christian worldview, exploring new genres, bala…

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171. As You Rise, Raise Others with You with Keneiloe Molopyane 55:00

3M ago55:00

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Do you remember your childhood dreams, when you aimed to be something audacious? When she was a child watching cartoons, Dr. Keneiloe Molopyane declared that she would one day be the first South African, black, female archeologist—and now she is! Her story can inspire us in many directions. Not only is she working in the famous Cradle of Humankind,…

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Mike Joy on the Daytona 500, Dale Earnhardt, Kevin Harvick, and more 42:59

3M ago42:59

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Host Brandon Contes interviews legendary Fox NASCAR play-by-play commentator Mike Joy. Brandon and Mike discuss a wide range of topics including interviewing being on the call for some of the best, and most tragic, moments in Daytona 500 history, what happens to the Daytona 500 if the Super Bowl is moved to Presidents' Day Weekend, Kevin Harvick jo…

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170. We Don’t Need Religion to Count Our Blessings with Pierre Pradervand 58:30

3M ago58:30

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I’ve often questioned whether I would interview an author who has written yet another book in the “Spirituality” genre—that is, until I met Pierre Pradervand, an 86-year-old author of 23 books. Pierre still puts in 14-hour days to help people find love and kindness outside the chaos of the world’s spiritual “influencers,” and he compares going to t…

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85. New forms of story telling with Guy Gadney 47:51

3M ago47:51

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This episode we're chatting with Guy Gadney on new forms of story telling, placing people inside a story, natural language in games, LLM hype, data used in LLMs, copyright infringment, the destructive ideology of innovation, an unprecedented redistribution of wealth away from the cultural industries and more...…

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Carrington Harrison on Kansas City Chiefs, Travis Kelce/Taylor Swift, Nick Wright, and more 55:21

3M ago55:21

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Host Brandon Contes interviews host of "The Drive" on 610 AM in Kansas City, Carrington Harrison. Brandon and Carrington discuss a wide range of topics including interviewing Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift living in KC, Jason Whitlock in KC, watching The Decision with Nick Wright, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awf…

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169. Neurodivergent Relationships Are a Gift with Mariah and Byron Edgington 1:11:40

3M ago1:11:40

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Do you love someone or work with someone (or maybe it’s you) who just doesn't feel like they fit in? It turns out that as many as 20% of us are “neurodivergent,” meaning that our brain pathways do not function like everyone else’s. Our guests, Mariah and Byron Edgington, are on a mission to help us see the missed potential and the joy that we can s…

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Rich Eisen on Jim Harbaugh, Aaron Rodgers, Stuart Scott, and more 1:17:35

3M ago1:17:35

1:17:35

Host Brandon Contes interviews NFL Network's Rich Eisen. Brandon and Rich discuss Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan, Aaron Rodgers playing for the New York Jets and appearing on "The Pat McAfee Show," being Stuart Scott's friend, doing play-by-play for NFL Network, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Fa…

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168. When Cookies Talk: How to Overcome Your Sweet Tooth with Dr. Andrea Grayson 51:03

3M ago51:03

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If the cookies, crackers, soda, or candy are speaking to you seductively when you walk through the checkout line, there is a reason for that. Turns out that mood swings, headaches, brain fog, depression, and exhaustion are also related to that irresistible tug, and it all comes down to the way sugar is hijacking our future, often hourly, every sing…

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Evan Washburn on Charissa Thompson, working Super Bowl, interviewing losing teams, and more 56:57

3M ago56:57

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Host Brandon Contes interviews CBS NFL sideline reporter Evan Washburn. Brandon and Evan discuss working the Super Bowl, interviewing the teams who lose big games, Charissa Thompson's sideline reporting admission, and more. Evan will be on the sideline for the AFC Championship Game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens on Sunday 3:00 …

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167. Applying an Indigenous Mindset: A Trip Through the Daily News with Connor Ryan PART 2 54:03

4M ago54:03

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There is an amazing brand of young “influencers” who are diving, whole-heartedly, into their unique opportunity to make the world a better place, and today we are fortunate to have one of them as our guest. Connor Ryan, who was named one of the “20 Most Influential People in the Outdoor Industry” by Outside Magazine, is a proud Lakota tribe member …

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Keyshawn Johnson on Skip Bayless, "All Facts No Brakes" podcast, Dallas Cowboys, and more 34:19

4M ago34:19

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Host Brandon Contes interviews "Undisputed" host and host of the "All Facts No Brakes" podcast Keyshawn Johnson. Brandon and Keyshawn discuss Keyshawn's new podcast, working with Skip Bayless, having conversations instead of debates, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagr…

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Author Life | Final Podcast Episode (Sort of) and Future Plans 22:44

4M ago22:44

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It’s a new year–and a new start with new goals for Author Elevate! Which includes some moves to new places and new angles (let’s see how often I can fit “new” into these show notes, haha). In this episode I dive into my most recent experience with streamlining my process, including analyzing habits, trying to be everywhere, and dealing with chronic…

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166. Unlearning Modern Expectations with an Indigenous Mindset with Connor Ryan PART 1 55:07

4M ago55:07

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📺 Watch this episode on YouTube Proud Hunkpapa Lakota and passionate skier—in 2022 named one of the “20 Most Influential People in the Outdoor Industry” by Outside Magazine—Connor was born and raised in the homelands of the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute peoples, who have become some of his biggest inspirations and closest relatives, at the foot of the…

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Jemele Hill on ESPN, Pat McAfee, Aaron Rodgers, and more 1:11:59

4M ago1:11:59

1:11:59

Host Brandon Contes interviews former ESPN host and current writer for The Atlantic, Jemele Hill. Brandon and Jemele have an in-depth discussion about the Pat McAfee/Aaron Rodgers saga. From Rodgers insinuating Jimmy Kimmel was in the Jeffrey Epstein files to McAfee accusing ESPN exec Norby Williamson of trying to sabotage "The Pat McAfee Show." We…

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165. Nurture Your Positive Worldview and Watch It Change Everything with Liesl Ulrich-Verderber 1:20:22

4M ago1:20:22

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Suppose that in 2024 you found there was one simple thing that could improve by just 1% each day, which would allow you to make leaps in personal progress, it would be foolish not to consider it. Right? Well, this episode will help you to find that one thing that affects almost everything else. Today, we talk to social innovator, journalist, and CE…

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84. Review of 2023 with Karin Rudolph 1:02:33

4M ago1:02:33

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For our in-person episode on 2023 with Karin Rudolph we chat about the Future of Life Institute letter, existential risk of AI, TESCREAL, Geoffrey Hinton’s resignation from Google, the AI Safety Summit, EU AI act and legislating AI, neural rights and more...By Ben Byford with Karin Rudolph

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164. Time Slipping By? Make Choices That Give You the Best Stories with John K. Coyle 1:03:54

4M ago1:03:54

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📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube! You know how it can sometimes feel like time is relentlessly speeding by? Well it turns out, we can control that feeling, and even slow things down to the “savoring pace,” if we learn a little about how our brains work. John K. Coyle is an expert in how we perceive time, and his insights can help us live far ric…

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Spike Eskin on WFAN, Carl Banks, JJ Redick, and more 1:01:05

5M ago1:01:05

1:01:05

Host Brandon Contes interviews WFAN VP of Programming and host of the "Rights to Ricky Sanchez" podcast Spike Eskin. Brandon and Spike discuss a wide range of topics including what happened with Carl Banks and how things are going, paid interviews, not liking JJ Redick, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow…

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163. Liberate Yourself From the Scale: A Refreshing Take on Body Positivity with Ronald Young Jr. 1:12:19

5M ago1:12:19

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Ronald Young Jr. is an emerging voice in the body positive movement, and he’s leading us to new places on this old topic. His insights on common sense and honesty are like piano wire stretched tight between two important pins, and his boundless good humor is a hammer striking an incredibly beautiful note of wisdom for us all to carry forward. If yo…

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The AA staff talks Awfulies winners and we share our best AA Podcast clips from 2023 1:36:38

5M ago1:36:38

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It's a special episode of the Awful Announcing Podcast. The first half of our show has host Brandon Contes sitting down with fellow members of the Awful Announcing staff. Ben Koo, Andrew Bucholtz, and Sean Keeley discuss the winners from the 2023 Awfulies, including Pat McAfee winning Sports Media Person of the Year, Stephen A. Smith winning Best S…

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