Best Stuart Wright Podcasts (2024)

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What makes a 10/10 MOVIE? 52:47

1h ago52:47

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For our April Movies and TV podcast we're offering up a Top 10 list of recommended watches for April - and there's been some lovely, unexpected TV additions to top the list - and then we deep dive into our topic of the month: what makes a 10/10 movie or tv show?By Cas Harlow

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Cyrus Monk Episode 1:36:26

2h ago1:36:26

1:36:26

Joining me for this episode is Australian road rider currently racing with Q36.5, Cyrus Monk. Cyrus and I chat about his early memories of cycling as well as playing lots of other sports before heading to University and starting on his path to become a professional cyclist. Cyrus has raced all over the world with teams of all different levels from …

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

11h ago59:38

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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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Introducing Beyond All Repair 24:27

6d ago24:27

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Imagine if, one day, you are accused of something. Something horrible, violent, heinous. Something you swear you did not do, and nothing you say can convince anyone otherwise — even the people closest to you. That’s Sophia Johnson’s story. Sophia was starting fresh: A new life, a new husband, a baby on the way. But it all unraveled on January 10, 2…

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The BIG PROBLEM With Your Home AV System EXPLAINED 1:26:58

7d ago1:26:58

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This week we look at the one item which could transform the performance of your Audio and Visual system at home - your room! What can you do to tame the audio and maximise the video potential? Do you need to live in a black hole? How do you soundproof and fix your room's acoustics? Plus, what is Wave Forming and why should we care?…

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Climbing Up the Walls - Russell Williams 4:40:10

8d ago4:40:10

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When 27-year-old Jessica Lloyd failed to show up for work, it immediately set off alarm bells for everyone who knew how responsible and reliable she was. Upon further inspection, two sets of footprints in the snow would show Jessica's shoes walking away from her home towards the property line, vanishing once met with tire tracks. Someone had taken …

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

6d ago57:43

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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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LG 2024 TV Interview + The BEST TV Picture Mode? 1:04:41

14d ago1:04:41

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This week we interview James Thomas from LG about the 2024 TV range (focussing on the M4, G4, C4, B4 and QNED Models) and we discuss the best out-of-the-box picture mode for your TV.By Phil Hinton

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Alice Towers Episode 52:16

14d ago52:16

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For this episode I am joined by British rider for Canyon-SRAM, Alice Towers. Alice and I chat about her progression through youth racing, starting with cafe rides with her dad and brother before joining her local club and beginning to train and race. Alice was a Junior when we went into Lockdown in 2020 and we talk about the impact this had on her …

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TURNTABLES - How to get THE BEST from your Vinyl 1:05:42

21d ago1:05:42

1:05:42

This month we look at Hi-Fi turntables and explore the technology and the vinyl journey. Should you start a vinyl collection from scratch or is the cost just too prohibitive? What are the best turntables to buy and what are the differing technologies and approaches to the playback of vinyl? We are joined by Simon Powell who is the Operations Direct…

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They Were All Yellow (Patreon Preview) - Alice Gross 4:11

19d ago4:11

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It was the end of summer in West London when fourteen-year-old Alice Gross didn't return home after an afternoon walk. Authorities would have nothing but a final text message and a flash of footage to give clues of her last known whereabouts. As the investigation pressed on, another missing person case would peak their interest. After a shocking re…

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

20d ago52:39

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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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Is 4K Blu-ray Worth It? 50:28

25d ago50:28

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Our March 4K and Blu-ray podcast continues our new format of providing a Top 10 list of recommended discs for March and then a deep dive into a single topic - this month, in a parallel to last month’s movie’s discussion on how we consume our movies, we’re looking at the value of 4K, and where we draw the line, can we stomach just watching some on B…

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Best Adaptations: Single or Multi-part Movies or TV Shows? 56:46

28d ago56:46

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This month Cas and the movies team bring you the Top 10 films and TV shows to watch in March and look at how to best adapt books. Do we want single film adaptations, however abridged, multi-part film adaptations, however expanded or, in the worst instances, unfinished, or TV shows which, even if they are completed, and allow for the most faithful a…

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Oscar Nilsson-Julien Episode 51:20

28d ago51:20

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Today I am joined by former British Track and road rider now racing for France, Oscar Nilsson-Julien. Oscar grew up in London riding and racing as part of VCL cycling club. We chat about his progression through the youth and junior categories, the people who he raced with and the multiple British National titles he achieved. After competing as part…

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

27d 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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Is Home Theater DEAD in 2024? 49:26

1M ago49:26

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This week we ask if home theatre/home cinema is still a popular addition to homes or are people consuming music, movies, sports and TV in different ways in their living spaces. Is Home Cinema or Home Theater as we used to know it, now dead?By Phil Hinton

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

1M ago55:07

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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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Should YOU Buy Last Year's TV Instead Of This Year's Model? 54:12

1M ago54:12

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This week we look at whether you should consider buying last year's TV models instead of waiting for the 2024 versions and save yourself a lot of money doing so? Plus we talk about the results from the TV polls we posted on X and YouTube.By Phil Hinton

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Seb Grindley Episode 1:09:58

1M ago1:09:58

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For this episode I am joined my British Junior road and cyclocross rider Seb Grindley. I've followed Seb's progress since 2021 and after having him on the pod as a guest as part of a team episode a few years ago, I really wanted the opportunity to have a proper chat with Seb about his life in cycling so far. Seb started riding with his dad when he …

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3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life with filmmaker Tim McKenzie-Smith the director of GETTING IT BACK: THE STORY OF CYMANDE 51:26

1M ago51:26

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Screenwriter Stuart Wright talks to filmmaker Tim McKenzie-Smith about his debut feature, the documentary about a seminal, black British band - GETTING IT BACK: THE STORY OF CYMANDE and "3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life" WHEN WE WERE KINGS (1996) GET SHORTY (1995) THE DEPARTED (2006) GETTING IT BACK: THE STORY OF CYMANDE is …

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BUILDING a Hi-Fi SYSTEM In 2024, Plus The Bristol Show Report 1:09:14

2M ago1:09:14

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This week Ed reports back on all the new Hi-Fi products launched at the Bristol Show and we discuss how to get started building a Hi-Fi System in 2024 and what you need.By Phil Hinton

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

2M ago1:04:09

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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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RESTORATION vs. REVISIONISM: At what point do 4K video and audio 'upgrades' cross the line? 1:05:25

2M ago1:05:25

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This month Cas and the movies team bring you the Top 10 4K discs and Blu-rays to watch in February and take a look at video and audio restorations and the balancing act when giving classic films a new lease of life in 4K.By Cas Harlow

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3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life with filmmaker Uga Carlini the director of BEYOND THE LIGHT BARRIER 1:02:08

2M ago1:02:08

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Screenwriter Stuart Wright talks to filmmaker Uga Carlini about her new true-life alien abduction documentary BEYOND THE LIGHT BARRIER and "3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life" E.T. THE EXTRA TERRESTRIAL THE BIG BLUE (1988) / BETTY BLUE aka 37°2 LE MATIN (1986) AMELIE (2001) Bonus choice… LOVE ACTUALLY (2003) “Has to be there,”…

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QUALITY vs. CONVENIENCE: How do you consume your movies and TV shows? 57:20

2M ago57:20

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This month Cas and the movies team bring you the Top 10 films and TV shows to watch in February and take a look at how we best like to consume our films and TV shows and the balancing act between quality and convenience.By Cas Harlow

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Claire Steels Episode 1:26:04

2M ago1:26:04

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Today I am joined by female British road rider for Movistar Team, Claire Steels. After growing up playing field hockey, Claire studied Psychology with Sports Science at university before getting into running and then duathlon which led to her representing Team GB in her age group. Alongside setting up her own personal training business, Claire bega…

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

2M ago57:30

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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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3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life with TV producer Yvonne Grace author of From Creation to Pitch: How to Write Stories for Television That Sell 49:30

2M ago49:30

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Screenwriter Stuart Wright talks to TV producer Yvonne Grace about her new book FROM CREATION TO PITCH: HOW TO WRITE STORIES FOR TELEVISION THAT SELL and "3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life" An American Werewolf In London (1981) Strictly Ballroom (1992) Withnail & I (1987) FROM CREATION TO PITCH: HOW TO WRITE STORIES FOR TELEV…

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What Is THE FUTURE of HOME THEATER / Home Cinema? ISE Show Report And More... 49:17

2M ago49:17

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In this week's podcast, we have show reports from ISE, the largest home integration show on the planet which took place in Barcelona at the end of January. Plus, what are the big trends in home theater for 2024, and are the trends of audio downsizing and large screen TVs threatening the traditional ideas of home cinema?…

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Three's a Crowd (Preview) - Skylar Neese 2:02

2M ago2:02

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On a carefree night in July 2012, sixteen-year-old Skylar Neese would sneak out after curfew for a summer joyride. But unlike her friends, Rachel Shoaf and Shelia Eddy, she didn't make it home that night. Months of searching without leads left the community feeling as if they would never have answers about where Skylar was or what happened to her. …

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

2M 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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Is There Such a Thing As THE PERFECT TV? Trends for 2024 in TV, Displays and Calibration 51:40

2M ago51:40

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In this week's podcast, we discuss what makes a perfect TV and the use cases end users have when it comes to choosing the correct TV for them. Plus, what do we think the big trends of 2024 will be when it comes to TVs, displays and calibration?By Phil Hinton

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Nicole Koller Episode 1:17:21

2M ago1:17:21

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This week I am joined by Swiss mountain bike rider for Ghost Factory Racing Team Nicole Koller. I'm so grateful to Nicole for sharing the highs and lows of her life in cycling so far. We chat about growing up cycling with her brothers, her progression through the Junior category and becoming the XCO Junior World Champion. We also chat about moving …

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

2M 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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The Future of Hi-Fi in 2024 - Big Hi-Fi Trends - What's In and Out? 1:10:34

3M ago1:10:34

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In our first podcast of 2024, we look back at the Hi-Fi vogues that stood out in the previous 12 months and predict where this will take the sector in the coming year. From emerging challenger brands providing affordable entry points to high-end audiophile kit at spiralling prices, we examine what to look out for going forward to help you make sens…

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

3M ago1:17:35

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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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3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life with film producer Helen Simmons (HOARD) - a short film survey looking at the relationship between short and feature film success 54:01

3M ago54:01

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Screenwriter Stuart Wright talks to film producer Helen Simmons about her short film survey that looks into whether there’s a relationship between short and feature film success and "3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life" FESTEN (1998) THE PARENT TRAP (1998) TREE OF LIFE (2011) KLOKKENLUIDER (2022) written and directed by Neil Ma…

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Should Hollywood Rethink Their Blockbuster Template? 41:56

3M ago41:56

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The movies team takes a look at some of the best movies you can see at the cinema, the best movies available on streaming and the best TV shows available on streaming, and considers, particularly in light of some of the disasters of 2023, whether it's about time Hollywood rethink their blockbuster model.…

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The Pick Of The Latest Blu-Rays And The State Of The Physical Media Market 44:19

3M ago44:19

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The movies team takes a look at some of the best 4K and Blu-ray releases, and looks at the current state of play in terms of disc release trends, boutique labels and how older, perhaps even niche, films appear to be faring well in gorgeous new 4K sets.By Cas Harlow

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Hell or High Water (Preview) - Delaine Copenace 3:13

3M ago3:13

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February 27th, 2016 was a normal Saturday for 16-year-old Delaine Copenace. But somehow, a trip to the mall with her sister and friends would end in a search party for the missing girl. The heartbreaking result of discovering her body in the Lake of the Woods would solve nothing, but instead, only further compound the dark history and lack of solut…

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Bob Donaldson Episode 43:42

3M ago43:42

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I'm back for season 5 of Cycling Talk Podcast where I am joined by Pro and young riders in all disciplines of cycling to share their cycling life story so far. For this episode I am joined by under 23 rider for Great Britain and Trinity Racing, Bob Donaldson. Bob and I chat through his early experiences on the Road and Track through to his progress…

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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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3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life with filmmaker & author John Maxwell – WATER STREET: Harriet Farrell Book 1 47:03

3M ago47:03

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Screenwriter Stuart Wright talks to John Maxwell about his debut novel WATER STREET and "3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life" MIDNIGHT COWBOY (1969) THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLY (1966) THE LIFE AND DEATH OF COLONEL BLIMP (1943) WATER STREET: Harriet Farrell Book #1 is out now from all good book sellers and is published by BK …

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Best TVs at CES 2024 from LG, Samsung, Panasonic, Hisense & TCL and speakers from Canvas HiFi & SVS 1:44:23

3M ago1:44:23

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This week, we present a feature length look at the best TVs that were on show at CES 2024. Phil was there in person and got to see up close what was on offer. He chatted to most of the main TV manufacturers about their OLED and miniLED models and checked out interesting concepts such as transparent OLED and MicroLED displays. He also got to see som…

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

3M 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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3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life with screenwriter & author Geoff Deane - FROM MOHAIR SUITS TO KINKY BOOTS 46:01

3M ago46:01

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Screenwriter Stuart Wright talks to Geoff Deane about his memoir (of sorts – that’ll become clear during the interview) FROM MOHAIR SUITS TO KINKY BOOTS: HOW MUSIC, CLOTHES AND GOING OUT SHAPED MY LIFE AND UPSET MY MOTHER and "3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life" JAWS (1975) dir by Steven Spielberg ANNIE HALL (1977) dir by Wood…

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

3M ago1:11:59

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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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