Best Smashing Sundays Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 278: A Conversation with Jay Weinberg 1:21:02

1d ago1:21:02

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In episode 278 of the podcast, we’re joined by prolific drummer, and all around awesome guy, Jay Weinberg. We dig into all kinds of different territory with Jay. Touring with Suicidal Tendencies in support of the almighty Metallica, going from playing the massive stage to the club scene in the same week, how he approaches writing/playing as a new m…

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Tensions flare between SUBNAUTICA 2 devs and their parent company Krafton 9:25

3d ago9:25

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NEWS THIS WEEK The video game voice actor strike is over, with new AI agreements reached over 'digital replicas' What is a Wave but a Thousand Drops? : r/subnautica Former Unknown Worlds creative director says departure was "quite a shock" | GamesIndustry.biz KRAFTON statement re: Subnautica 2 Lawsuit (a community update from Charlie) : r/subnautic…

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The Oasis Debrief, a Scientific Analysis of Coldplay, and an Aircon Debate 49:05

4d ago49:05

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This week, Johnny and the gang chat debrief on Oasis, there’s a scientific analysis of Coldplay, and the great aircon debate takes place. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.ukBy Radio X

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Ep 277: 30 Years of The Smashing Pumpkins - Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, ft. Spose 1:30:19

9d ago1:30:19

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In episode 277 of the podcast, we dig into the legendary album from The Smashing Pumpkins, ‘Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness’, with friend of the pod and the King of Maine, Spose. We talk our first memories of the album, the hold it had on us from the jump, it’s ability to move from genre to genre, and the audacity to put out such a masterpie…

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#12 National Ice Cream Day 2025 37:47

10d ago37:47

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Send us a text Sunday, July 20th, is National Ice Cream Day! This episode is just us reflecting on some ice cream for ~30 minutes! When this episode drops, you'll have 2 weeks to get your Ice Cream Day plans in order! Jersey Scoops- Loleta, CA Milk Craft- New Haven, CT Lagos- Rye, NH Lone Oak- Rochester, NH Memories- Kingston, NH Social Club- Lacon…

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Climbing game PEAK reaches 2 million sales in just 9 days 8:38

10d ago8:38

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NEWS THIS WEEK Microsoft Makes Significant Layoffs Across Gaming Division, Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Confirms in Memo to Staff Everwild, Perfect Dark Reboot, Zenimax MMORPG Canceled after Microsoft Layoffs Nintendo confirms Donkey Kong Bananza’s developer is ‘the same team as Super Mario Odyssey’ Is Donkey Kong Bananza a Prequel? Peak has now sold 2 m…

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BONUS - Live from Cardiff for Night 1 of Oasis, Live '25! 46:48

11d ago46:48

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Johnny and The 4 Til 7 Thang Gang were live from a central Cardiff pub ahead of Night 1 of Oasis, Live '25, bringing you all the build-up, welcoming some special guest performances, and taking in the most significant cultural moment of the century. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 …

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The Gambling Queen, the Definition of Cool and A Quadratic Equation 59:17

11d ago59:17

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This week, Johnny and the gang hear about the Queen’s gambling habits, a definition of cool and Gav’s mind is changed on the quadratic equation. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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0001- The Ten Tenets 7:26

11d ago7:26

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Welcome to Punk Rock Parish In the fiery debut of Reverend Riot and the Punk Rock Parish, we crack open the hymnbook of resistance and lay the foundation of our anarcho-spiritual revolution. Reverend Riot kicks off the series with a sermon that ain’t about salvation—it’s about awakening. We walk through the Ten Tenets of Punk Rock Parish: a gritty,…

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0000- July 4th Special 10:50

11d ago10:50

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🇺🇸 Episode 0000 – Independence Ain’t Free: A Sermon for the Dispossessed Originally released July 4th While fireworks light up the sky and flags wave in patriotic trance, Reverend Riot grabs the mic to blow up the myth of American freedom. This one-hour kickoff sermon dismantles the sanitized version of independence, dragging it through the mud of …

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Ep 276: A Conversation with Josh Grabelle of Trustkill Records 1:10:44

16d ago1:10:44

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In episode 276 of the podcast, we’re joined by Josh Grabelle, founder and owner of Trustkill Records. We dig into 3 classic Trustkill releases from Poison The Well, Terror, and Bleeding Through. We find out the circumstances of how the records came to be, how the bands ended up working with Trustkill, and everything in between. There are all kinds …

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Fire up your game cartridges regularly or face destruction!? New tip for game collectors 6:04

17d ago6:04

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NEWS THIS WEEK Summerfall Studios’ Malys is now available in early access Physical Collectors "Should Plug In" Switch, 3DS And Vita Game Cards "Every 5-10 Years" To Avoid Data Loss Xbox and Meta officially release limited edition black and green Meta Quest 3S bundle Virtual reality gaming 'not dead' but cutting edge technology facing challenges REL…

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Medical Miracles, Night Bus Journeys and Lollipop Men 56:24

18d ago56:24

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This week, Johnny and the gang hear the dreadful news about a lollipop man, Harry falls asleep on a night bus, Johnny has had some tooth related woes so we hear some medical miracles. Along with Martin’s Medical Hot Tap. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global …

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RR #36 Lazy H Ranch - Pauma Valley, CA 1:10:11

21d ago1:10:11

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V and discuss our recent visit to Lazy H and remember all the things that keep us going back year after year.By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Ep 275: 25 Years of Deftones - ‘White Pony’ with Robert “Woody” Nelson. 1:13:50

23d ago1:13:50

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In episode 275 of the podcast, we’re joined by Robert “Woody” Nelson, podcaster and radio personality, as well as Deftones superfan, to talk all things ‘White Pony’. We dig into our early memories of the record, the steps that lead the band up to this point, the new chances taken, and the honing of the sound of the band. ‘White Pony‘ and its legacy…

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Smash through rocks and enemies in DONKEY KONG BANANZA, new details shown 7:34

24d ago7:34

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NEWS THIS WEEK A Bunch Of New Donkey Kong Bananza Info Just Dropped Including A New Amiibo Moshi Monsters could make a return as new Kickstarter campaign launches from Mind Candy Moshi Monsters Kickstarter Moshi Monsters fake pledges statement on Instagram Nexus Mods is being sold after 24 years by burned-out owner New Nexus Mods Owners Scramble To…

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Musical Rivalries, Chippy Chat, and a shockingly Lazy Susan 55:25

25d ago55:25

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This week, Johnny and The Gang find out about the greatest of great musical rivalries, there’s Chippy Chat in this week's Tradesman Talk, and listener Tony shares some shockingly lazy pie-based laziness. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www…

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Series 6 - Episode 35: Final regular episode of the season; Out of the blue signings for Gloucester; Glos-Hartpury re-signings and Season ticket details; Bath win the Premiership; Loz season review 1:08:54

27d ago1:08:54

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Despite all the curses, hexes and prayers Bath completed the treble and won their first Premiership title in nearly 30 years, beating Leicester in a closely fought but poor game of rugby. We discuss the final briefly, before turning on to more important matters such as Loz's Season review, Gloucester announcing two surprise signings; Gloucester Har…

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Ep 274: 25 Years of (hed)PE - Broke ft. Chad Benekos and Wes Geer (Pt. 2) 56:34

30d ago56:34

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In episode 274 of the podcast, we pick up where we left off with (hed)PE founding members and guitarists Wes Geer and Chad Benekos, continuing our discussion on 25 years of their sophomore album, ‘Broke’. We dig into how they chose singles, how they were able to land features from Serj Tankian (SOAD) and Morgan Lander (Kittie), Chad having the fore…

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#11 STIL Egg Hunt; Ashland, OR; Eureka, CA; Fortuna; Redwood National Park; Fern Canyon 1:01:41

1M ago1:01:41

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Send us a text For an episode masquerading as an Easter egg hunt, we sure did eat a lot of food! We were up to our usual gluttonous adventures in this episode. Fortunately, we had friends to help absorb some of the shenanigans for a part. Gee was kind enough to host us for saison day at Growler King, we hunted eggs in Crescent City, Arcata provided…

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The first official Xbox handheld PC is the ROG Xbox Ally 6:08

1M ago6:08

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NEWS THIS WEEK Every big announcement from Xbox Games Showcase 2025 Announcing the new ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X gaming handhelds SAG-AFTRA and Video Game Employers Reach Tentative Agreement on Interactive Media Contract; National Board to Review Stellar Blade Has Already Outperformed Every Other PlayStation PC Port In Less Than 24 Hours RE…

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BONUS – Ant Smuggling, Edith in Brixham, and The Proto-Bez 49:59

1M ago49:59

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This week, you posh up, there are more made-up phrases in Pigs & Troughs, and ants are smuggled. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.ukBy Radio X

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Series 6 - Episode 34: Russ and Jim's Season Reviews; Bath v Leicester Premiership Final preview; Afo signs on for more fun;, Tomos Williams is Premiership Player of the Season 1:00:17

1M ago1:00:17

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As Bath and Leicester win their respective playoff Semi-Finals, we look back at both games and preview this weekends final (PLEASE LEICESTER, DO IT FOR US!). We also discuss Afo Fasogbon signing on for a few more years (at least) while Tomos Williams becomes the fourth Cherry and White to win Premiership Player of the Season. Finally both Russ and …

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Restaurant Report #35 All'Acqua - Atwater Village, Los Angles, CA 1:11:43

1M ago1:11:43

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We get talking about our recent visit with some close friends at All'Acqua in Atwater Village, LA, CA for some goo wine and delcious food. Good Times!By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Ep 273: 25 Years of (hed)PE - Broke ft. Chad Benekos and Wes Geer (Pt. 1) 54:04

1M ago54:04

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In episode 273 of the podcast we’re joined by (hed)PE founding members and guitarists Wes Geer and Chad Benekos to discuss 25 years of their sophomore album, ‘Broke’. We dig into where the band was at coming off the self-titled record, how the songs started to take shape while touring, their undeniable chemistry as a band at this time, and so much …

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FINAL FANTASY: TACTICS remake is officially announced after years of speculation 9:38

1M ago9:38

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NEWS THIS WEEK Summer Game Fest 2025: All the news, trailers, and world premieres All The Big Announcements From The 2025 Summer Game Fest Showcase Square Enix surprise announced a Final Fantasy Tactics remaster 'The will to resist is in your hands': Final Fantasy Tactics director makes statement on the political backdrop of the original and the 'i…

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What You Taught-Us, A Very British Brazilian, and Helmets 1:01:03

1M ago1:01:03

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This week, Johnny and the gang find out about an extraordinary story of Ginger the escaping tortoise, a Brazilian who was determined to move to England, and we hear from Pet Town Correspondent Jennie. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.ra…

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Series 6 - Episode 33: Gloucester beat Saints but fall agonisingly short of the playoffs; Snowy's Season Review; R360 plans; Combination Cup Final shenanigans 1:24:29

1M ago1:24:29

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Despite a bonus point win over Northampton on the final day, Gloucester missed out on the playoffs by 2 points - finishing 5th overall. We discuss the game and Snowy provides his Season Review (we all do the same over the coming weeks). We also discuss the Combination Cup finals day; the results and the games but also the unfortunate incident invol…

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Double Nickel birthday celebration! 1:03:06

1M ago1:03:06

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We got to get out in San Diego for some good food and beautiful sites for my Double Nickel Birthday! Happy 55!By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Ep 272: A Conversation with Doug Robb of Hoobastank 1:15:49

1M ago1:15:49

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In episode 272 of the podcast, we’re joined by Doug Robb, vocalist of Hoobastank. We dig into the bands come up, their circuitous route to getting signed, hitting the mainstream with their self-titled debut and then blowing up with ‘The Reason’. This is a great look at the bands career, and how they came to be so well known today. Check out Doug an…

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Upcoming BLACK PANTHER game and its studio are shut down for good 6:31

2M ago6:31

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NEWS THIS WEEK EA Cancels Black Panther Game, Closes Cliffhanger Games OlliOlli World and Rollerdrome are back on Steam after being delisted 4 months ago when 2K sold off Private Division Release Date for Pokémon Legends: Z-A Revealed and Pokémon Presents Video Presentation Announced PSA: You've only got a few hours left to log into MultiVersus if …

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Samsung Schubert, DIY Another Day, and A Flying Taxi 51:21

2M ago51:21

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This week, MI5 started a search for a chippy, Sunta tried something new that wasn’t disgusting, it was alright, and you slept through a whole host of things. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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RR #34 Night out in: CarlsBAD?? 1:05:06

2M ago1:05:06

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V and I tried to have a nice evening out in the city of Carlsbad, CA. Not what I was hoping for..By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Ep 271: A Conversation with Gridiron 53:01

2M ago53:01

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In episode 271 of the podcast, we’re joined by Matt (vocals) and Will (guitar) of the band Gridiron. We dig into how they went from playing Call of Duty/joking about starting a band to being on the verge of dropping their 2nd LP, how much fun they’re having making music in Gridiron, and their sick new record, ‘Poetry From Pain’, out May 30th on Blu…

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#10 National Donut Day 2025 1:39:57

2M ago1:39:57

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Send us a text June 6th 2025 is an official TAC holiday! National Donut Day! We're dropping this episode a week early in order to give you plenty of time to prepare for a proper celebration. Tag us in your donut photos and support your local donut shops! Mary Lee Donuts- Multiple Locations- Louisiana Tea Mochi- Shreveport, LA Hole Donuts- Asheville…

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Get ready tarnished, an ELDEN RING movie has been announced 7:41

2M ago7:41

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NEWS THIS WEEK Live-Action Film Adaptation of ELDEN RING Announced SAG-AFTRA Files Unfair Labor Practice Charge Over Darth Vader AI Voice in ‘Fortnite’ Fortnite is finally back on US iPhones As Gamers Express Concern About Borderlands 4 Potentially Costing $80, Gearbox Chief Randy Pitchford Says: ‘If You’re a Real Fan, You’ll Find a Way to Make It …

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Sleepwear, Playgrounds Politics, and a Whole Lotta Love 56:15

2M ago56:15

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This week, find out what happened when Johnny unwittingly became a playground activities leader, there are summer sleepwear conundrums, and Gav showed a Hero a Whole Lotta Love... Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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Series 6 - Episode 32: Gloucester keep their playoff hopes alive; Welsh Rugby psychodrama continues; Gloucester Rugby announce leavers; England training squad announcement; Jim 's Dragon Boat Sunday 1:17:24

2M ago1:17:24

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A bumper podcast with lots to get through! Firstly Gloucester kept their Playoff hopes alive with a vital bonus point win away at Falcons. Other results (sort of) went our way, meaning that although not entirely in the Cherry & Whites' hands, there is a clear path to a top four finish. Meanwhile we discuss the latest announcements of leavers and ne…

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Restaurant Report #33 Dumplings N More - Escondido, CA 1:02:08

2M ago1:02:08

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Thank you to Dumplings N More for coming to our town. Have a listen to hear what we thing about all the delicious dishes we had.By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Ep 270: A Conversation with Charmer 1:00:58

2M ago1:00:58

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In episode 270 of the podcast, we’re joined by David (vocals, guitar) and Neil (guitar) of the band Charmer. We dig into their formation in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, their consistent growth as a band, and their excellent new record, ‘Downpour’, out May 23rd on Counter Intuitive Records. This was a fun one, Charmer continues to put out intere…

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#9 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival; Willamette Valley; Oregon Coast Hwy 101; Eugene; Albany; Salem; Woodburn; Silverton; Canby; Gold Beach; North Bend; Coos Bay; Bandon 2:04:30

2M ago2:04:30

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Send us a text What does it take to drag us inland?! Obviously tulips at none other than The Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival in Woodburn, OR! Join us as we eat our way through the Willamette Valley! Prince Puckler's Ice Cream- Eugene, OR JoNuts- Albany, OR Locals Donuts- Social media or website for schedule and location! Beloved Cheesecakes- Albany, OR …

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Bungie apologises after former artist plagiarise designs used in MARATHON 8:28

2M ago8:28

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NEWS THIS WEEK Bungie confirms that an artist’s work was taken and used in Marathon without their permission This Will Be a Day Long Remembered: Speak with Darth Vader in Fortnite Important update regarding MARVEL 1943: Rise of Hydra Valve’s SteamOS now has compatibility ratings for devices other than Steam Decks RELEASE RADAR ROADCRAFT- 20 May 202…

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Nudity in Cannes, a Pointless Scheme, and a Scaffolder's Foot 49:11

2M ago49:11

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This week, Johnny shares King Charles' proposal of a pointless scheme, there's some shocking news from Cannes, and a scaffolder sets foot somewhere surprising. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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Series 6 - Episode 31: Playoff hopes damaged with defeat at Twickenham; Lions Squad announcement; 1:22:44

2M ago1:22:44

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Another game at Twickenham ends in defeat for Gloucester, this time meaning that the Cherry & Whites playoff hopes hang by a thread as Quins outmuscled and outplayed us. We chat through what went wrong, the frustrations of our continued inconsistency - particularly in the big games - and what we can expect in the final two games of the regular seas…

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Restaurant Report #32 Farm to Smash - Escondido, CA 32:38

2M ago32:38

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V and got a chance to try Farm to Smash burgers in a Escodido, Ca. A much needed addition to the restaurant landscape. Welcome Farm to Smash, burgers are fantastic!By Grubthusiast Grubcast

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Ep 269: A Look Back at Fenix TX - Lechuza 1:00:16

2M ago1:00:16

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In episode 269 of the podcast, we dive deep on one of our favorite records of the early 2000’s, Fenix TX - Lechuza We dig into our early memories of the record, the leap forward in sound and maturity, and then go track by track through the album. This is a special one for us - this record is an all time Podioslave classic. We start the episode goin…

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FORTNITE is coming back to iPhone after Apple gets hit with injunction opening up the App Store 9:03

2M ago9:03

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NEWS THIS WEEK SIFTER: We played the new Nintendo Switch 2 in Melbourne, here are our thoughts Death Stranding 2’s Version Of Australia Is Bloody Great So Far Xbox handheld leaks in new "Project Kennan" photos from the FCC — plus an ASUS ROG Ally 2 prototype with early specs GTA 6 Trailer Hit Almost A Half-Billion Views Right Away Epic will use an …

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Family Feuds, Solo Packers & Pigeons 57:11

2M ago57:11

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This week, find out why Johnny is only eating cereal and toast, how female solo travellers are the fastest growing group of people and the team techno the pigeon sound. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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Series 6 - Episode 30: A tribute to Mickey Booth; 2003 Cup Final memories; Northampton and Bordeaux upset the favourites to secure a Champions Cup Final place; Lions squad predictions 1:28:53

2M ago1:28:53

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We learnt last Thursday of the passing of Gloucester Rugby great Mickey Booth. Our thoughts are with all of his family and friends. We were joined by Ian Taylor whose father played for Gloucester alongside Mickey in the 1960's to share his memories. Meanwhile Ed and Russ attended the 4ED Charity event at Kingsholm reminiscing about the 2003 Cup Fin…