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Hosted by Essendon AFL player David Zaharakis and entrepreneur Daniel Smith the Pros and the Cons Podcast is a conversational audio experience with a focus on sports, entertainment and current events. Featuring interviews with a wide variety of guests the podcast delves into interesting and engaging topics from a unique perspective. Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com
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George Kruis was an English professional rugby union player. He played lock for Saracens and represented England and the British & Irish Lions. More recently, he co-founded the company FourFive. In today's episode we talk rugby, the culture of Saracens, Eddie Jones, leaving rugby while in his prime, FourFive challenges, his future plans & getting h…
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Richard Shotton has written two books about behavioural science and also began his career in marketing twenty-one years ago before setting up his own company, Astroten. In this episode we talk about Gen Z, ethics around marketing, the effects numbers have on us & much much more.Richard's Website - https://www.richardshotton.com/Rallen's Rant Spotif…
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Gary Taubes is an American journalist, writer, and low-carbohydrate / high-fat diet advocate. In this episode we talk about Science, what diets work, why diabetes treatment needs to be looked at & much more.Gary's Website - https://garytaubes.com/Rallen's Rant Spotify Podcasts Link : open.spotify.com/show/3gcUGQrJzDdCxYKnWfbSjGRallen's Rant YouTube…
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Graham Linehan is an Irish comedy writer. He created or co-created the sitcoms Father Ted, Black Books and The IT Crowd. In this episode we talk about his childhood, writing Father Ted, why it still is a success today, transgender issues, the future of comedy & much more.Graham's Twitter - https://twitter.com/GlinnerRallen's Rant Spotify Podcasts L…
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Rob Damiani is the lead singer of Don Broco. In this episode he talks about listening to 'Thriller' at a young age, playing music with his mates, meeting Fred Durst in a toilet & his problems with modern music.Don Broco Website - https://www.donbroco.com/Rob's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/robdamiani/Rallen's Rant Spotify Podcasts Link : ht…
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Jackson Galaxy is an American cat behaviorist, YouTuber, and was the host of the television show My Cat from Hell. In this episode, Jackson talks about how he became an expert, why Cats aren't the same as dogs, dealing with losing a pet and much much more.Jackson's Website - https://www.jacksongalaxy.com/Rallen's Rant Spotify Podcasts Link : open.s…
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Valerie Fridland is Professor at University of Nevada. She also wrote a book titled 'Like, Literally, Dude: Arguing for the Good in Bad English' which was published in 2023. In this episode we talk about language, why we say 'um' and 'eh' a lot, if culture effects our language, how nerves effect our speech & much more. Valerie's Book - https://www.…
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Ben Taylor is a professional golfer playing on the PGA Tour. In today's episode we talk about how he became pro, the lonely side of golf, how he reviews his performance, tips for social players & much more.Ben's Instagram Page - https://www.instagram.com/bennytaylor92/?hl=enRallen's Rant Spotify Podcasts Link : open.spotify.com/show/3gcUGQrJzDdCxYK…
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Jonathan Higgs is an English singer, filmmaker and director. He is best known as the frontman of the art rock band Everything Everything. In this episode we talk about collecting skeletons, creative processes, mental health, performing at Glastonbury & why it's so hard to make it in music.Jonathan's Twitter Page - https://twitter.com/JonathanJHiggs…
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Zach Bitter is an American ultra-marathon runner. He held world records for the 100-mile run and the 12-hour run. In today's episode we talk about breaking world records, his diet, prepping for marathons & why the Tiger King was great.Zach's Website - https://zachbitter.com/Rallen's Rant Spotify Podcasts Link : open.spotify.com/show/3gcUGQrJzDdCxYK…
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Russell Foster is a British professor of circadian neuroscience, the Director of the Nuffield Laboratory of Ophthalmology and he also published a book titled Life Time: The New Science of the Body Clock, and How It Can Revolutionize Your Sleep and Health. In today's episode we talk about the importance of sleep, what dreams actually mean, why some …
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In this episode we review the 6 Nations and discuss a variety of things such as Ireland's Grand Slam, what England can do to improve, our Lions XV, our RWC winners and much more.Charlie's Twitter Page : twitter.com/CharlieFelix?ref_sr…erp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorRallen's Rant YouTube Page :https://www.youtube.com/@Richieallen2/featuredRallen's Rant Spotify …
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Bill Oakley is a television writer and producer, known for his work on the animated comedy series The Simpsons. In today's episode we talk about how he became a writer, working on The Simpsons, the DNA of what made The Simpsons so effective, the show's downfall, eating fast food and much more.Bill's Instagram Page - https://www.instagram.com/thatbi…
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Robert Malone is an American physician and biochemist. His early work focused on mRNA technology, pharmaceuticals, and drug repurposing research. In this episode we talked about his interest in science, governments, his worries for the vaccine & much more.Robert's Twitter Page - https://mobile.twitter.com/RWMaloneMDRobert's Email Alerts - https://r…
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Shaun Murphy is an English professional snooker player who won the 2005 World Championship. In today's episode Shaun tells us how he first picked up a snooker cue, winning the World Championships, dealing with negative thoughts, match fixing scandals & jumping out of planes.Shaun's Twitter Page - https://mobile.twitter.com/magician147Rallen's Rant …
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Damian Browne is a former professional rugby union player turned extreme adventurer. Damian recently got back from a row across the Atlantic from New York to Galway. In this episode he talks about his rugby career, dealing with retirement, being comfortable on his own, his fear of death and why changing bed sheets is a pain.Damian's Instagram Page …
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Colin Judge is a table tennis player who represented Ireland in the Paralympic Games in 2021. In today's episode Colin talks about his upbringing, mental health, his experiences at the Paralympic Games and why Irish coffee is pretty crap.Colin's Twitter Page - https://twitter.com/ColinJudge95Rallen's Rant Spotify Podcasts Link : open.spotify.com/sh…
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Ross Byrne is an Irish rugby union player. Ross currently plays for Irish provincial team Leinster along with Ireland. In today's episode we talk about enjoying the role of a 10, if he ever came close to leaving Leinster, the toughest part of being a rugby player and if things are getting awkward with his brother Harry.Rallen's Rant Spotify Podcast…
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Adam Schafer is one of three hosts of the Mind Pump podcast. Adam has been a trainer for over 15 years and is an IFBB Men's Physique Pro. In today's episode he talks about his upbringing, the dangers of steroids, why training to add more weight to your bench is stupid, the importance of mobility and much more.Adam's MindPump Page : https://www.mind…
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Elden Henson joins us from Hollywood via Zoom to chat about his amazing career as an actor. He's known for his roles in Marvel's Daredevil, The Hunger Games, Butterfly Effect alongside Ashton Kutcher and of course the original Mighty Ducks trilogy. Elden chats us through reprising the role on Disney+ in the new series as well as his history startin…
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In today's episode, we talk about the collapse of Liverpool, if Jurgen Klopp can turn things around, the Super League blow up, the state of the Premier League and James' player of the season.James' Twitter Page : https://twitter.com/JamesPearceLFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorRallen's Rant Patreon Page : www.patreon.com/use…
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Joe Avati is an Italian-Australian comedian with a huge cult following across the world. He is the the number one selling bilingual comedian and is the only Australian artist to have had two albums charting simultaneously in the top 5 internationally. Dubbed “The biggest comedian you've never heard of" he joins Daniel and Zacka to chat about his ca…
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Tayla Harris is a professional boxer and AFLW marquee player for Carlton. She joins the guys to chat about her rise in both sports, her life and controversies. Tayla is a 2 × All Australian and 2 x Carlton leading goalkicker. She's also currently ranked as the world's fourth best middleweight boxer. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produc…
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Special episode today with Melbourne Victory defender Ryan Shotton joining us in the studio and Entourage creator Doug Ellin via Zoom from LA. Ryan is a former English Premier League defender who has played for Stoke City, Derby County, Birmingham City and most recently Middlesbrough. For our first repeat guest we've got Doug Ellin back on! The wri…
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Paul Gustard is a professional rugby coach who is the current assistant coach at Treviso. Paul also spent time coaching Saracens, England & Harlequins. In this episode, we talk about his roots, his coaching philosophy, working under Eddie Jones, punch ups in training and his aims in Italy.Rallen's Rant Patreon Page : www.patreon.com/user?u=12324770…
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Two young guns of the Essendon Bombers, Jordan Ridley and Harry Jones join us in studio. Rids is the current 2020 Crichton Medalist and made the All Australian squad last year. Harry Jones was Essendon’s first pick in the 2019 NAB AFL Draft and debuted in rd 1 2021. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedi…
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In today's episode, we talk about the 6 Nations, if Eddie Jones can turn things around, Pat Lam's dark horses, why predicting Lions starting 15s is a hopeless task and if Paul O'Connell is the man to replace Borthwick.Charlie's Twitter Page : https://twitter.com/CharlieFelix?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorRallen's Rant Patreo…
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Jaret Reddick is an American musician, actor and voice actor, best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the rock band Bowling for Soup. In this episode we talk about how he got into music, touring in a van, record labels, depression, getting the shits and much more.Bowling For Soup Website : https://www.bowlingforsoup.com/Rallen's Rant Patre…
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Sooshi Mango is an Australian comedy group known for their ethnic dad and ethnic mum characters. Andrew, Joe and Carlo join Daniel and David (out of character) to chat about their rise in the comedy world from video skits to live stages and all the way onto our tv screens. Checkout tour dates at www.sooshimango.com Hosted by Daniel Smith and David …
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Frank Grillo is an American actor known for his roles in Warrior, End of Watch, The Grey and cult series Kingdom. He's also portrayed the fan favourite villain, “Crossbones,” in Marvel’s CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR. His most recent movie "Boss Level" starring Naomi Watts and Mel Gibson has just launched and he joins Daniel and David via Zoom from Lo…
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Ryan Sandes is a South African trail runner. In 2010 he became the first competitor to have won all four of the 4 Deserts races, each a 6/7-day, 250-kilometer self-supported footrace through the Atacama Desert in Chile, the Gobi Desert in China, the Sahara Desert in Egypt, and lastly Antarctica. In today's episode, we talk about how he started runn…
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Jeff Reinebold is a Canadian football coach who is the special teams coach for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League. Reinebold is also an analyst on Sky Sports. In this episode Jeff talks about Tom Brady leaving the Patriots, previews the Super Bowl, his problem with special teams & much more.Jeff's Twitter Page : twitter.com/Jef…
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Mike Dailly helped create Grand Theft Auto and Lemmings. He also was one of the founding members of Rockstar North. In today's episode, we talk about gaming, creating Grand Theft Auto, why he stopped working on GTA, what he'd do different and his current work.Rallen's Rant Patreon Page : www.patreon.com/user?u=12324770Rallen's Rant Apple Podcasts L…
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Ollie Ollerton was a member of the Royal Marine Commando's and was part of the SAS Special Forces Selection. Ollie has published two books, called 'break point' and 'battle ready' in which he talks about his life experiences. In today's episode we talk about being scarred in his childhood, his struggles, how he controls his mindset, his routine and…
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Today's guest was Anna Lembkey who is an American psychiatrist who is Chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic at Stanford University. She is the author of Drug Dealer, MD, How Doctors Were Duped, Patients Got Hooked & Why It’s So Hard to Stop. Anna also recently appeared in the Netflix documentary The Social Dilemma. In this …
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In the latest episode of Rallen's Recap, we are joined by Telegraph Sports Writer Ben Coles to talk all things rugby. Topics include the effects of Covid-19 on rugby, England's reaction to the Saracens scandal, Eddie Jones, The Lions tour and predictions of who'll come out on top in this years big tournaments.Rallen's Rant Patreon Page : www.patreo…
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Ethan Snoreck, better known by his stage name Whethan, is an American DJ and music producer from Chicago who's worked with artists such as Grouplove, Dua Lipa & Oliver Tree. In today's episode we talk about creative freedom, his role as a producer, his latest album Fantasy and why we both don't approve of sandals.Rallen's Rant Patreon Page : www.pa…
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The latest solo podcast is back, and this time it's all things Portugal. The good, the bad and the bloody mad. From Ubers to Julia's, from having Bloody Marys before golf and house parties gone bad.Rallen's Rant Patreon Page : www.patreon.com/user?u=12324770Rallen's Rant Apple Podcasts Link : podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rall…nt/id1232538503Rallen…
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This is the eight solo episode of Rallen's Rant. Today topics such as Covid-19, Ryanair issues again, my return to Portugal, Leaving Cert stories & much more.Rallen's Rant Patreon Page : www.patreon.com/user?u=12324770Rallen's Rant Apple Podcasts Link : podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rall…nt/id1232538503Rallen's Rant YouTube Link : www.youtube.com/u…
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Malcolm Marx is a South African professional rugby player for the South Africa national team and the Lions in Super Rugby. In today's episode Malcolm talks about his early days in college, making his debut, the journey to winning a World Cup and if he enjoys a pint of Guinness.Rallen's Rant Patreon Page : www.patreon.com/user?u=12324770Rallen's Ran…
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Sonny Webster is a British Olympian weightlifter and weightlifting coach. He placed 14th at the 2016 Summer Olympics totalling 333kg. In today's episode, we talk coaching all types of athletes, the importance of mobility, diet, having an ego and much more.Sonny Webster Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sonnywebstergb/?hl=enRallen's Rant Patreon…
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Chris Dyer is a Peruvian-Canadian artist based in Montreal, Quebec, who exhibits, performs and teaches his art worldwide. In this episode Chris talks about his early work, why he paints, the process in making his art, the industry itself and much more.Chris Dyer Website : https://positivecreations.ca/Rallen's Rant Patreon Page : www.patreon.com/use…
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What to watch during isolation!? Top 5 netflix shows, movie reviews and news all brought to the table by our resident movie expert Carlo Peritore. Recording again from Zacka's theatre room the guys also cover some footy talk including thoughts on the playing at locations pods the implications. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by …
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This is the seventh solo episode of Rallen's Rant. Today topics such as Covid-19, Instagram, Las Vegas, my top 10 films ever, school stories & much more.Rallen's Rant Patreon Page : www.patreon.com/user?u=12324770Rallen's Rant Apple Podcasts Link : podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rall…nt/id1232538503Rallen's Rant YouTube Link : www.youtube.com/user/R…
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