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Twitter: @MattFinishPod Email: themattfinishpod@gmail.com I’m here just to talk about my passions for fun. Mainly sports, movies and video games, with a splash of puns. As a person, I generally try to be lighter and optimistic, while also overlooking the small flaws in others. Hence the Podcast name. I will be fully transparent here: I’m a Sixers, Astros, Bills and Villanova fan. I’m a Sacramento Kid that went to Nevada for college. It’s random, but it’s been this way for 20+ years. It’ll be ...
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Hello, and Welcome to ACX Everywhere 2023. This podcast is a series of candid conversations between meetup attendees recorded at ACX meetups around the country in the fall of 2023. If you're new here, ACX stands for Astral Codex Ten, which is a rationalist blog written by Scott Alexander. Scott is a doctor on the US West Coast, currently working on new models for mental health care at Lorien Psychiatry. Rationalism is...hard to define, so the following definition is taken from Astral Codex T ...
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In Sacramento, CA, you have a 1 in 158 chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime. Violent crimes include rape, robbery, assault and murder. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hellacapitalcrime/support
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America the Beautiful Game is a podcast about soccer in the US and its relationship with Europe. Each week Dan Rutstein, a former sports journalist and diplomat and now head of International at Orange County Soccer Club, sits down with a new guest to discuss the sport and its growth in this country. We have current and former players, coaches, administrators and those from industries linked to soccer - betting, data, marketing and more. America the Beautiful game is a chance to see soccer in ...
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Streets and Scholars is a one of a kind podcast hosted by Alex A. Alonso who grew up in the mean streets of Los Angeles, but managed to avoid all the ghetto trappings of crime and punishment, and went on to graduate from the University of Southern California and became a professor. Welcome to the STREETS & SCHOLARS, where discussions of current street and prison issues, hip-hop commentary, the latest criminal justice news, plus and analysis of how race and place impact our everyday experienc ...
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I was hungry when I thought to reach out to Hot Cakes and I was hungry when I recorded this episode, and I'm hungry now as I type these show notes as I'm about to list all of Brittany's recommendations. Hot Cakes originated in Seattle just a few years ago and has expanded to three locations in Seattle: Ballard, Capitol Hill, and now SoDo! (Brittany…
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I had a chance to sit down with Lisa, a woman I knew when we were littles in Citrus Heights, California, where it was freakin' HOT! (I just returned from there; I'm still hot.) She's a forensic toxicologist. Lisa became inspired by forensics shows on TV to pursue the field. You're gonna learn about fruit DNA and some "information" about horses I wi…
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We talk to soccer ticketing consultant Jim McCarthy. We talk about why top football teams aren’t better at ticketing, the Messi and Caitlin Clark impacts in American sport and how Championship teams in England have their models wrong. We discuss stadium seating areas, why ticketing is important and how he has turned bagel knowledge to Goldstar tick…
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If there's one episode I think everyone should listen to, it's this one. We all die, but have we really thought of everything? Tacye is a celebrant. What she does is write and officiate memorial ceremonies for families and friends of the deceased. It definitely takes a special person to do something like this and so well. I've known Tacye for years…
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Brandon is my high school friend! We just both happen to live in Seattle now and now I'm a regular at his holiday functions and I hang out with his dad when Brando goes out of town (and his cat)! He also just got married. He's a process server! And so much more. This is my longest episode yet-- there was just too much good stuff not to share. Brand…
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Roza is a geoscientist, a field I hadn't heard of until I met her working in politics many years ago. She shares the many ways in which geoscience applies to so many other fields of work, and I'm just so excited to introduce one of my best friends to my listeners. Some quick references to what Roza will reference in this episode: California Enacts …
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Hi, friends! This week, I'm sharing an interview I did with Kathy who hosts the podcast Another Empty Kitchen. (Kathy has been a pilot for 40 years, and I interviewed her for my show a few weeks back! You can find her episode here.) Kathy interviewed me about my career trajectory, starting with a robbery at age 18 that ultimately led me to switchin…
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I interviewed longtime friend, April! We met touring with Cirque du Soleil 20 years(!) ago and then parted ways, working in box offices on different tours. April was recruited to become a backstage manager for Cirque then took those skills to VEGAS and then applied all of those skills to nursing! It was really great catching up. Can't wait for you …
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I got to speak to BEN RICE! I've known Ben for years, and he was the first person I reached out to when I thought about starting this podcast a few years ago. He also hosts an acclaimed podcast called Barley and Me. Ben shares how he got into comedy (on a dare!) and what he's been doing with it since. It was just really nice to catch up. Ben's podc…
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This week, you get ME! I decided to take you through a timeline of the eight different state jobs I've worked so you can one, get a sense of why I turned into a professional anomaly, and two, because you might learn there is a government job out there for you! I didn't even give you all the deets! But, I talk about working inside Folsom Prison (twi…
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I had a blast interviewing Maya. Notice how great the sound on her end is! She's a professional! (I'll work on mine.) Here is a link to her website: Maya Murphy She's currently working on a horror feature I cannot WAIT to see, and she recently appeared in an episode of Poker Face with Natasha Lyonne! (Gawd I love Natasha Lyonne-- and now I love May…
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Kathy became a pilot 40 years ago when women just weren't pilots. Men she flew with would make snide comments about how there was "another empty kitchen" because a woman dared to pursue a career dominated by men. We cover a lot in this episode-- Kathy was also a parachuter, Erica talks about beauty school and joining the circus, and the rest is for…
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Friends! This is Erica, and welcome to Professional Anomalies, my new show that explores the world of unique and fascinating jobs. I will be your host and in each episode, I will dive into the stories behind some of the most interesting professions out there. I’ve had a few myself, touring with a circus, working inside a famous prison, regulating t…
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Hello, and Welcome to ACX Everywhere 2023. I’m Andrew Willsen, and this episode is part 2 of an extended conversation recorded at an ACX Everywhere Meetup in Berkeley, California, in October of 2023. This meetup took place at Lighthaven, a beautiful events space and conference facility located in the heart of Berkeley. Thanks to Skyler for organizi…
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Episode 84 of Streets & Scholars with Alex Alonso and guest Jermaine Williams discuss his twin brother Termaine Williams (aka the fake Luce Cannon) about some extreme comments he made in a recent No Jumper interview. Jermaine comes forward to admit that his brother is lying about everything that he said about Big U and Nipsey Hussle. Jermaine has c…
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We talk to former flying winger Gareth Ainsworth about his playing and managerial career. He tells us about his literal baptism of fire at Wimbledon, what he learned there about culture and how he models himself on Diego Simeone. Gareth talks about his desire to manage in the US, the away dressing room at Accrington Stanley and why Ryan Reynolds ma…
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Episode 83 of Streets & Scholars with Alex Alonso and guest host Jasmine "Gigi" Adams. Her estranged husband, Termaine "Luce Cannon" Williams has been smearing his wife through a variety of recent interviews. He has even went as far to say he does not know his wife or was ever married to Gigi. Tremaine Williams is now dating Charisse Mills, and she…
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Hello, and Welcome to ACX Everywhere 2023. I’m Andrew Willsen, and this episode is an extended conversation recorded at an ACX Everywhere Meetup in Berkeley, California, in October of 2023. This meetup took place at Lighthaven, a beautiful events space and conference facility located in the heart of Berkeley. Thanks Skyler for organizing, and thank…
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Hello, and Welcome to ACX Everywhere 2023. I’m Andrew Willsen, and this episode is conversation recorded at an ACX Everywhere Meetup in Houston, Texas, in October of 2023. The meetup was at Segundo Coffee Lab, which was awesome, local art everywhere, coffee, snacks, in a beautiful space with great AC. I really appreciate the post-cynical optimism d…
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In this Encore Series of KFM Podcast, we tap in with long time Fam of the show, 4200Kory from Indianapolis, Indiana! Fresh off the drop of his sophomore album, 4 Naptown 2 Da World, and some other crazy freestyle releases, we had to bring em back on to share the story. Check out 4200kory now all all streaming platforms: https://music.apple.com/us/a…
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What a a perfect opportunity yo have my homies first interview, and also be a Season Finale episode! Check out this super dope episode as Klue taps in with up and coming artist from North Carolina, 7ME! We have a deep talk about the purpose of the album, future projects and maintaining consistency and support. Check out 7ME on all streaming platfor…
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We talk to entrepreneur Simon Leslie who took the plunge and bought himself a non-league team. He talks about transforming the business into a media company, bringing in celebrities and overcoming fan resistance. Simon explains why he’s in it for the long haul, changing the badge and firing the manager and trying to bring some aspects of American s…
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Hey everyone, welcome back to the Kountry Fan Mail Podcast, Kinda Odd Interview, Ep. 2! 🎙️ We delved into the hometown love, and Kinda Odd spilled the tea on balancing local support and the need to spread your wings beyond your city. 🌍 Sacramento, stand up! The energy is real, and we're grateful for every single one of you who's been supporting us.…
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Hey, what's up, everyone! It's your man KlueDaDon from the Kountry Fan Mail Podcast, and we've got another super dope episode for you. Join us in the amazing spaces of Capital Connection as we dive into a candid conversation with the talented Kinds Odd. Shout out to Bud, the owner, for hosting us in these incredible studios. In this take-two editio…
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In Episode 1 of Not Transition Ready Podcast, we learn about Khari Johnson and his parents, on why they decided to join the United States military. There are many reasons why the few, decide to join the armed forces. And none is more important than the next. I respect all of my armed forces brothers and sisters and I hope you are all well. Thank yo…
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Hello, and Welcome to ACX Everywhere 2023. I’m Andrew Willsen, and this episode is a conversation recorded at an ACX Everywhere Meetup in Houston, Texas, in October of 2023. The meetup was at Segundo Coffee Lab, which was awesome, local art everywhere, coffee, snacks, in a beautiful space with great AC. Keirra Woodard, EA Houston Organizer and host…
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Hello, and Welcome to ACX Everywhere 2023. I’m Andrew Willsen, and this episode is a series of candid conversations recorded at an ACX Everywhere Meetup in Austin, Texas, in September of 2023. There are two main topics of conversation in this episode, and both are on the optimistic side. The first part is a conversation about AGI and how we might g…
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Episode 82 of Streets & Scholars with Alex Alonso and guest host Jamahl Kersey a criminal defense attorney from San Diego. Jamahl Kersey and Alex Alonso discuss Tory Lanez final sentence from the CDCR. He is scheduled to be released from prison in September 2029. They also discuss the recent indictment of Duane "Keefe De" Davis who was charged with…
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Hello, and Welcome to ACX Everywhere 2023. I’m Andrew Willsen, and this episode is a series of candid conversations recorded at an ACX Everywhere Meetup in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in September of 2023. We recorded at the Philadelphia Ethical Society, and we had a great time with ACX organizer Wes Fanza of The Mind Killer podcast along with some…
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Hello, and Welcome to ACX Everywhere 2023. I’m Andrew Willsen, and this episode is a series of candid conversations (with Professor Bryan Caplan helping start us off) recorded at an ACX Everywhere Meetup in Washington DC in September of 2023. We recorded at the Froggy Bottom Pub on K street, and we had a great time. The location is awesome, great f…
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Hello, and Welcome to ACX Everywhere 2023. I’m Andrew Willsen, and this episode is a series of candid conversations recorded at an ACX Everywhere Meetup in Washington DC in September of 2023. We recorded at the Froggy Bottom Pub on K street, and we had a great time. The location is awesome, great food, beautiful setting, and the staff were amazing,…
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Episode 81 of Streets & Scholars with host Alex Alonso and guest Munchie B discuss: Tory Lanez going to prison Nipsey Hussle new documentary The Drakeo beef and much more FIND us on INSTAGRAM * Streets & Scholars: http://www.instagram.com/streets.and.scholars * Alex Alonso: http://www.instagram.com/alexalonso101 * FG: https://www.instagram.com/fgen…
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Episode 79 of Streets & Scholars with host Alex Alonso and guest Sonny Boy from Burbank (Barrio Elmwood Rifa aka Burbank Elmwood Rifa) In this episode we talk about: -moving to mostly White Burbank in the 1970s -going to prison -his health and dealing with rhematoid arthritis -his falling out with Gil (American Cholo) Street Pulse Exclusive: https:…
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Episode 79 of Streets & Scholars with host Alex Alonso and guest Charles "Bear" Spratley discuss the following: Have first kid while in Youth Authority, joining Hat Gang Crip in Watts before jumping to 89 East Coast Crips, working on the movie Colors, with T. Rodgers, Don Cheadle and Glenn Plummer, doing Hood Day, and hood parties, Grape Street Cri…
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Alex Alonso and author, investigative journalist Chris Todd discuss the 1994 double murder case of Nicole Brown and Ronald Goldman. O.J. Simpson was acquitted of these murders in October of 1995, but according to Chris Todd, there is more to the double homicide beyond the official version by the LAPD. Chris Todd theorizes that a long time friend of…
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Episode 77 of Streets & Scholars we have guest co-host 600 (Christopher Lovejoy) the former manager of Crip Mac and your favorite heavyweight boxer. On the following: -Boxing professionally -Managing Crip Mac -Crip Mac breaching on contract -Recent death of S-Bone And much more. FIND us on INSTAGRAM * Streets & Scholars: http://www.instagram.com/st…
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Episode 76 of Streets & Scholars we have guest co-host ODM Slim discussing the following: recent interview on No Jumper of openly gay gang member claiming Hoover Crips in Dallas, Texas. Are Los Angeles based content creators look to be on a collision course with themselves. Is it entertainment or a dangerous game? What does ODM Slim have to say abo…
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Episode 75 of Streets & Scholars with F.G. and Alex Alonso discuss the following: This weird breed of liars that claim they are from Los Angeles going on internet platforms that blatantly lie about their gang affiliation and their accolades. Historic cemetery, Lincoln Park Memorial in Carson, shut their doors and stopped families form visiting the …
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Episode 74 of Streets & Scholars with F.G. and Alex Alonso discuss the following: Carlee "Hussle" Russell confesses that she was never abducted and that she never say a baby on the interstate. YNW Melly have another trial Varrio Quiet Village in El Monte under federal indictments Tupac Shakur gold ring sells for $1 million FIND us on INSTAGRAM * St…
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Episode 73 of Streets & Scholars with F.G. and Alex Alonso discuss the following: Professor asks "why are so many rappers dying? https://news.yahoo.com/hip-hop-health-why-many-122254260.html 2.Three Gang members pled guilty in federal court for the 2022 killing off duty LAPD officer Arroyos. 3.Las Vegas police search a house in Henderson, Nevada th…
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Episode 72 of Streets & Scholars with F.G. and Alex Alonso discuss the following: 1.Answering the question? Do a video on Barima “Bleu Davinci” McKnight and J Diggs touching on what a “safety valve” means in the federal system. Back in 2008 Bleu Davinci was sentenced to 5 years 4 months in federal prison for his role in a BMF drug related case. Wha…
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Episode 71 of Streets & Scholars with F.G. and Alex Alonso discuss the following: 1. Indie Irie criticizes Megan the Stallion and Janelle Monet for twerking during a performance during the Essence festival. 2. KRS One and Ice-T slam the current state of Hip-Hop and wonder why so many rappers that have the means to leave the ghetto rather celebrate …
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