Best Sky Bet Championship Podcasts (2024)

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Extra: Safe bet or a big gamble? Jack Chambers takes a step up as he is appointed Finance Minister 7:44

4m ago7:44

7:44

Jack Chambers has been named as Ireland’s new Finance Minister. At the age of 33, is his appointment unexpected for such a senior role and might it possibly be taking the country one step closer to a general election? Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Philip Ryan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Soldier assault victim Natasha O’Brien: “If Helen McEntee doesn’t have a plan, she needs to step down” 24:42

17m ago24:42

24:42

Natasha O’Brien is the young woman who was viciously attacked by Private Cathal Crotty. Her case quickly caused national outrage and sparked multiple demonstrations, highlighting, in Natasha’s view, how badly Ireland’s criminal justice system treats victims of violent crime. She is seeking a change in our sentencing laws, saying that if Justice Min…

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Is the Taoiseach safe in his own home? 24:27

10m ago24:27

24:27

It was just before 8pm one Friday evening when a tricolour-waving crowd, wearing scarves and masks to conceal their identities, gathered outside a house on an estate in Greystones, Co Wicklow. They did not try to hide the location of the semi-detached house behind them. It was the home of Taoiseach Simon Harris. What is driving this alarming trend?…

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Revisited: Martin ‘The Viper’ Foley -Five assassination attempts and the “Concerned Criminal Action Committee” 23:48

15m ago23:48

23:48

Martin ‘The Viper’ Foley has long been established as one of Ireland's career criminals. The Dubliner has even survived five assassination attempts. Now aged in his 70s, he has been given a highly unusual punishment: a year-long barring order from Wexford town. The Indo Daily finds out more about 'The Viper' self-described "ordinary decent criminal…

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‘He’s bringing taxis back’: Justin Timberlake’s drink-driving charge and controversial personal life 21:37

2d ago21:37

21:37

One-time prince of pop Justin Timberlake appeared at a Long Island court on Tuesday after being arrested for driving while intoxicated. Now he’s bringing scandal back, with police describing him as having "bloodshot and glassy" eyes as well as smelling of alcohol. Journalist Louise Bruton discusses the controversial personal life of the Cry Me A Ri…

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College World Series Championship Betting Preview 23:29

43m ago23:29

23:29

It all comes down to this. Tennessee and Texas A&M were the betting favorites entering Super Regionals, and meet in the championship series with unblemished records in Omaha. They clash in a best-of-three series with Tennessee installed as a surprisingly heavy favorite, and Action Network college baseball experts Collin Wilson and Michael Calabrese…

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How 'Neighbours' star Holly Valance became poster girl for Trump and Farage 22:19

12h ago22:19

22:19

She’s the new queen of London’s right-wing social scene, counting Nigel Farage and Donald Trump among her friends. Having traded Neighbours and Ramsay Street for a brief crack at Hollywood and pop stardom, Holly Valance has found a new calling – cheering for the radical right. But does she have political ambitions of her own? Host: Tabitha Monahan …

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What next for the Green Party as Eamon Ryan resigns? 18:25

2d ago18:25

18:25

As Eamon Ryan steps down as leader of the Green Party, who will replace him and what might a facelift for the Greens look like with a general election looming? Host: Tabitha Monahan, Guest: John Downing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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‘Two showers for 70 people’: How rogue landlord Christian Carter exploited the housing crisis 19:34

3d ago19:34

19:34

Ireland’s housing crisis continues apace, and while many people are struggling to put a roof over their heads, there are those who have exploited the situation for hefty profits. In the case of rogue landlord Christian Carter, an Irish Independent investigation into his operation exposed some shocking stories. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Amy Mollo…

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Inside Ireland’s most notorious murders: the making of a garda forensic expert 27:37

4d ago27:37

27:37

For over 25 years, John Sweetman was a regular presence on the frontline of crime scene investigation in Ireland. The former animator was involved in examining some of the country’s most high-profile murder cases, including the Kinahan’s first gangland assassination, the horrific Hawe family tragedy and the brutal killing of Jastine Valdez. Host: F…

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Revisited: The Irish actor conned out of thousands by fake Hollywood producer 21:31

5d ago21:31

21:31

For Eoin O’Brien, a Dublin expat living in Bangkok, securing a part in a blockbuster film was the dream of a lifetime. But the Hollywood producer who he thought was giving him his big break was not who they said they were. Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Eoin O’Brien See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Healy-Raes, Haugheys and more: The legacy and infamy of Ireland's political dynasties 24:22

7d ago24:22

24:22

Politics is a business of relationships, but some connections are closer to home than others - quite literally in the case of Ireland's numerous political dynasties. Is their influence finally dwindling as parties opt for celebrity over legacy? And do the "sins of the father" influence modern voters? Host: Ellen Coyne | Guest: Fionnán Sheahan See o…

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College World Series Betting Preview 36:19

7d ago36:19

36:19

Eight teams remain. One leaves Omaha a champion. The College World Series is finally underway in steamy Omaha, Nebraska and here to break down all the teams are Action Network college baseball experts Collin Wilson and Michael Calabrese. Conditions in Omaha will be a stark departure from the home fields of the Regionals and Super Regionals, and tea…

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Ireland at odds: Is a far-right Europe here to stay? 20:17

8d ago20:17

20:17

Far-right parties have made gains across Europe, but Ireland won’t be sending any hardliners to Brussels. But while our Government might be pleased with their day at the polls, in France the president has taken a career-defining gamble. Emmanuel Macron has given voters an ultimatum and is sending them back to the ballot box in three weeks’ time, th…

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How Daniel Kinahan's Super Cartel allies flipped 20:56

8d ago20:56

20:56

What happens when a group of individually successful international criminals pool their resources in a bid to consolidate power and corner the outlaw market for themselves? You get the Dubai Super Cartel; a thriving network of notorious gangsters including Ireland’s own most-wanted; the Kinahans. Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Miles Johnson See omny…

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The Greatest College Football Team of All-Time 1:03:16

8d ago1:03:16

1:03:16

Stuckey and Collin Wilson return to reignite an age old debate: who is the greatest college football team of the modern era? BBOC co-host Michael Calabrese has authored a new bestseller on the topic, titled LEGENDARY BOWL: DECIDING COLLEGE FOOTBALL'S G.O.A.T. available now on Amazon in hardcover, softcover and on Kindle. Together the trio discuss C…

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Downfall: The bullet-proof bras and millions plundered of Philippines first lady Imelda Marcos 22:27

10d ago22:27

22:27

The once-revered first lady of the Philippines, Imelda Marcos, is known as much for her ostentatious taste, as for the millions her family plundered from the public coffers of the Philippines. In 1986 when Imelda fled the country with her husband, then president Ferdinand Marcos, they carried $8.9m in jewellery, cash and bonds, but the Philippine g…

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Extra: Election disaster for Mary Lou, the Harris ‘energy’ effect and what happened to the ‘far-right'? 25:53

10d ago25:53

25:53

A Sinn Féin shocker in the locals, a strong show of support for the ‘new look’ Fine Gael, and the not-quite rise of the far right. Friday's elections have left many talking points, as the country looks ahead to a possible Autumn general election, despite what Taoiseach Simon Harris has to say. Host: Kevin Doyle, Guests; Gabija Gataveckaite & Philip…

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Amanda Knox - the slander conviction and her long battle to clear her name 22:00

11d ago22:00

22:00

Amanda Knox returned to Italy last week in an unsuccessful bid to defend herself against a 16 year old slander conviction. The charge, which was upheld by the Italian courts, related to statements she had made while in police custody under conditions which the European Court of Human Rights found to have violated her human rights. As she awaits the…

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Revisited: X-rated videos, drug addiction, and an illicit affair - the controversies of Hunter Biden 20:59

12d ago20:59

20:59

Joe Biden's son Hunter has been rocked by a litany of personal and professional scandals, including an affair with his late brother's wife. X-rated videos, gun charges and drug addiction makes Hunter easy prey for Trump supporters. The Indo Daily profiles the Oval Office problem child. Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Gina London Fist published August 9, 2…

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Is it time for Ireland to ban the controversial XL Bully breed? 22:41

14d ago22:41

22:41

The death of 23 year old Nicole Morey from a dog attack sustained on Tuesday night saw her Limerick community left reeling as it emerged that the animal had been in her own home and care. As the country reflects on this tragedy, many have called for greater urgency from the government in dealing with the question of the XL Bully, a breed recently b…

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College Baseball Super Regional Betting Preview 42:35

16d ago42:35

42:35

The final stop on the road to Omaha is this week, as the top sixteen teams in college baseball square off in the Super Regionals. Who are the teams Action Network expert Collin Wilson likes to advance? What teams are still available to add to your futures portfolio? Will host Michael Calabrese bet on the fan base with the most Jell-O shots in Omaha…

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Nigel Farage - the 'car crashes' and plane crashes of a marmite politician 22:54

15d ago22:54

22:54

As the UK General Election campaign ramps up, Nigel Farage has entered the race. So could he really split the vote for an already beleaguered Conservative government? Kevin Doyle is joined by Enda Brady to look at a political career defined by metaphorical car crashes, literal plane crashes and Brexit. Host: Kevin Doyle, Guest: Enda Brady See omnys…

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S6 Ep46: The best of the guests part two! 27:55

15d ago27:55

27:55

It's the final instalment of the official EFL podcast for 2023/2024, and host David Prutton is taking a little look back at some of his favourite moments from the second half of this truly extraordinary season, along with the characters that have joined him along the way!By The Content Works

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French Alps quadruple murder: The family, the cyclist and the DNA tests 17:31

16d ago17:31

17:31

12 years ago, a cyclist in the French Alps made a gruesome discovery one sunny autumn afternoon. The bodies of 4 adults, each of whom had suffered gunshots to the head. Miraculously, two children had survived the bloodbath. Who were they? Why were they killed? And why are French police still looking for answers after all this time? Host: Tabitha Mo…

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Richard Keys, Andy Gray and the sexism scandal that rocked Sky Sports 23:30

17d ago23:30

23:30

They were the broadcasting behemoths who helped Sky Sports and Premier League football change the media landscape forever. The wisecracking duo of Richard Keys and Andy Gray were arguably as famous as the footballers they provided the commentary track for, but at the peak of their punditry prowess, a series of scandals changed the pair’s fortunes f…

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Downfall: Armie Hammer and the career ending cannibalism fetishes and sexual violence accusations 22:23

18d ago22:23

22:23

Once upon a time in Hollywood, Armie Hammer had it all, until controversy called his name. The 36-year-old’s career has been in freefall since the emergence of a series of damaging accusations over explicit messages he allegedly sent on social media and an accusation of rape by a woman in Los Angeles in March 2021. How did he respond to the accusat…

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Revisited: The many rows of Roy Keane, a possible Ireland football manager? 21:45

19d ago21:45

21:45

As polarising a figure as Ireland has ever seen, Roy Keane has had somewhat of a rebrand in recent years. The hot head from Cork has traded much of his abrasive side for a more mild-mannered and TV-friendly demeanour. Have decades of feuding ruled him out of the question for the vacant Republic of Ireland manager's job? This episode was originally …

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Extra: Trump Guilty - Calls Judge 'The Devil' 15:35

20d ago15:35

15:35

Today Donald Trump called the judge of his trial ‘the devil’ and launched into a 40-minute rant against ‘corrupt’ government and immigration. Jeff Mason – Washington Correspondent for Reuters, examines how Trump’s guilty verdict catapults the United States into unexplored territory ahead of the Presidential election in November. Can Trump survive t…

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Who does Bertie Ahern predict for election success next week? 20:31

25d ago20:31

20:31

Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern looks at some of his picks for success in next week’s European elections. He also asks is it time that Dublin gets its own mayor or minister, and he assesses if Ireland will soon have an established far-right political party in Leinster House. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guests: Bertie Ahern and John Downing See omnystudio.c…

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Sacked Prof Philip Nolan’s new job in doubt amid fallout over bullying allegations 19:54

21d ago19:54

19:54

Philip Nolan became a household name as one of the experts who led Ireland’s response to the Covid pandemic. More recently though, his conduct as Director General of Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) has propelled him back onto the frontpages. While his position at SFI has now been terminated by the Board, his role in the future of Research Ireland …

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S6 Ep45: 2023/2024 Season Review 34:19

22d ago34:19

34:19

Another season comes to a close, and who better to chew over the fat than Messrs Prutton and Stowell. It's been quite the campaign across all 3 divisions, and David and David have had a ball, as is clearly evident from their fond footballing summary!By The Content Works

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College Baseball Regionals Betting Preview 1:05:46

26d ago1:05:46

1:05:46

We have sixteen regionals on deck this week, with top seeds looking to advance from Knoxville to Santa Barbara. Action Network college baseball experts Collin Wilson and Mike Calabrese go through all sixteen regionals to provide their thoughts on undervalued favorites, underdogs worth backing, and how to approach the specific pitching matchups. We …

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Eamonn Holmes: Shock divorce, ‘bitter’ tax bill and those Philip Schofield comments 17:41

23d ago17:41

17:41

The shock divorce of Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford have left viewers to wonder where it all went wrong for the TV double act. It’s not the first showbiz conflict Holmes has been involved in, after he was one of the loudest voices amid Phillip Schofield's high-profile ITV departure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Protests, dissent and Niall Blaney’s rows: the potential EU election winners and losers 25:57

24d ago25:57

25:57

With 14 seats up for grabs across three national constituencies, the stakes are high in next week’s European elections. As political parties scramble to secure their positions, Independent candidates appear to be making surprising gains. Here’s a closer examination of the race and issues in each constituency. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Philip Ry…

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Is the jig up? Irish dancing’s future in jeopardy after ‘feis-fixing’ scandal 21:21

25d ago21:21

21:21

Chaos, confusion, and collapsing promises. The investigation into alleged “feis-fixing” in the world of Irish dancing, has exposed financial uncertainty and emotional distress, leading people to ask: Is there a future for Irish dancing in 2024? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Ellen Coyne See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The €5.5m crypto fraud, a former Chinese takeaway worker and the Pharma tycoon’s son 18:06

26d ago18:06

18:06

Born into privilege, Michael Burke Jr comes from Irish business royalty, in a family worth hundreds of million euro. But how did the son of a major pharma tycoon become embroiled in an international crypto and money-laundering scam with a former Chinese takeaway shop worker? Host: Rory Tevlin. Guests: John Burns and Rory Mullholland See omnystudio.…

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Extra: 2FM in crisis - why are RTE's top stars running for the exit? 18:02

27d ago18:02

18:02

Most will be familiar with the phrase good things come in threes. But for our national broadcaster, the departure of 3 top acts from the 2FM schedule in recent days, has blindsided bosses at RTE, and left the national radio station in crisis. Why exactly are the country's top talent vacating the Montrose studios? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Niamh…

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‘Swing-gate’ – Five years on: How the Maria Bailey scandal unravelled 25:15

28d ago25:15

25:15

Maria Bailey's fall from grace was harder than any fall from a swing. Five years ago this week, the former Fine Gael TD went from a relatively unknown backbencher to political infamy. We revisit 'Swing-Gate' and go behind the story that the Irish Independent broke in 2019 with Kevin Doyle. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Kevin Doyle See omnystudio.com…

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College Baseball Betting Update | Bubbles Bursting 24:21

1M ago24:21

24:21

The full NCAA baseball bracket is released this Monday. The field embarking on the road to Omaha is coming into focus, and here to discuss how to approach from a betting perspective are Action Network college baseball betting experts Collin Wilson and Michael Calabrese. Together they go through the futures left to bet, including an informed pick on…

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Ep. 146: Farewell to the PL - Luton 2-4 Fulham Reaction 54:19

29d ago54:19

54:19

📹 Subscribe: https://bit.ly/ORHYouTube Follow us on… Twitter: https://twitter.com/OakRoadHatter Instagram: https://bit.ly/ORHGram TikTok: https://bit.ly/ORHTikTok Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oakroadhatter ━━━━━━━━━━━━━ The final day of the Premier League season saw a Hatters performance that encapsulated their entire season, after a 4-2 defe…

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Extra: Israel threatens “severe consequences” as Ireland formally recognises Palestine 23:30

29d ago23:30

23:30

In an unprecedented move, Ireland will formally recognise the state of Palestine, with Taoiseach Simon Harris declaring “an important and historic day”. Israel quickly hit back, recalling its ambassador Dana Erlich, and threatening “severe consequences”. How significant is Ireland’s declaration? And what comes next? Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guests: Phil…

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Tony O’Reilly: From billionaire to bankruptcy and the Denis O’Brien battles 18:45

30d ago18:45

18:45

At 18 Tony O’Reilly played rugby for Ireland before going on to become the most glamorous international Irish businessman of his generation. This is the story of how he became Ireland’s first billionaire and how a bitter battle with Denis O’Brien would change his fortunes. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Liam Collins See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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S6 Ep44: The Skybet Championship Playoff Final Preview! 36:12

30d ago36:12

36:12

On this week's official EFL, David Prutton and Juliette Ferrington focus their thoughts on the last big game of the season, and the one that's said to the most valuable in world football. This Sunday Leeds United face Southampton for a chance to bounce back up to the premier league at the first attempt, as they contest the Skybet Playoff Final at W…

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Exposed: OnlyFans and the dark art of deception 20:55

1M ago20:55

20:55

The surface of OnlyFans may be incredibly photogenic, but what lurks beneath is decidedly sinister, as ruthless con artists exploit the system – and the models who power it. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Sophie Peachey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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Meet RFK Jr: the anti-vax conspiracy theorist bidding to become the second President Kennedy 20:57

1M ago20:57

20:57

In 2010, a worm crawled into Robert F Kennedy’s brain, ate part of it and died. That’s according to the man who looks poised to become the third candidate in the US presidential election. Despite being the nephew of President John F Kennedy, his influential family have shunned one of their own and endorsed Joe Biden. However, RFK’s popularity grows…

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Portal of shame? Donal Fallon’s walking tour of infamous Dublin monuments 21:27

1M ago21:27

21:27

As the Dublin-New York Portal is temporarily switched off due to inappropriate behaviour, Fionnán Sheahan takes a walking tour of Dublin with historian and podcaster Donal Fallon, to look at the other monuments that have infamously graced the capital’s main thoroughfare. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 145: Fulham Finale at the Kenny - Luton vs Fulham Preview 33:58

1M ago33:58

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📹 Subscribe: https://bit.ly/ORHYouTube Follow us on… Twitter: https://twitter.com/OakRoadHatter Instagram: https://bit.ly/ORHGram TikTok: https://bit.ly/ORHTikTok Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oakroadhatter ━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Despite not officially having relegation confirmed just yet, there is a sense of having come to terms with it ahead of the f…

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'Death threats and sexual harassment' - How local politics became such a dangerous job 16:43

1M ago16:43

16:43

It’s just three weeks to polling day for the local elections. Five years on from the most recent count in 2019, however, Irish politics has fundamentally changed. Taoisigh and party leaders have come and gone, and we have witnessed the rise and fall in popularity for Sinn Féin. Increasingly, over the last few months, migration has become a contenti…

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College Baseball Betting Update | Kansas Graveyard 37:19

1M ago37:19

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Our gambling road to Omaha continues, as our weekly BBOC baseball episodes commence with a special edition featuring Collin Wilson's annual trip to a Kansas graveyard. Host Michael Calabrese guides us through a look at the weekend slate, the upcoming conference tournament landscape, and the likeliest home field sites for Regionals. Plus, is now the…

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