Best Austin Staton Podcasts (2024)

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Voice and Victory: Navigating Life and Self-Discovery 42:01

4M ago42:01

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On the latest episode of Cautious Coffee, DeRae and Austin discuss the importance of finding and articulating one’s voice. They emphasize how the quality of one's life and achievements is largely dependent on their ability to recognize and communicate their skills and experiences. DeRae shares insights from his military background and the transitio…

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Unmasking Anxiety 41:46

5M ago41:46

41:46

Navigating our mental wellness takes work – and it’s increasingly difficult to do it on our own. On this week’s episode of Cautious Coffee, DeRae and Austin are joined by Jeremy Paxton, a licensed professional counselor, and delve into the intricacies of mental health, anxiety, and the impact of traumatic experiences. The conversation stems from a …

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Sleep Tight, Live Right: Mastering Health, Wealth, and Wisdom 39:31

5M ago39:31

39:31

DeRae and Austin ignite a powerful conversation on mastering life in the new year. On the latest episode of Cautious Coffee, they zero in on pivotal themes: robust personal health, savvy financial planning, and the art of networking. Sleep, the unsung hero of productivity, takes center stage as they stress its vital role in everyday success. And, t…

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Understanding the Role of Failure 42:04

5M ago42:04

42:04

You went for it and it didn’t work out. Now what? In the latest episode of Cautious Coffee, DeRae and Austin return after a long hiatus and dive deep into the themes of failure, resilience, and goal-setting. DeRae opens up about his recent attempt to qualify for the Olympics in boxing, sharing his journey of ambition, challenge, and the eventual ac…

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Don’t Call it a Comeback 41:08

11M ago41:08

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Life, sacrifice, and fighting for yourself and those you love — both inside and outside the ring. On this episode of Cautious Coffee, Austin Staton sits down with DeRae Crane to hear more on his journey to become the oldest qualifier to make the U.S. Olympic Boxing team ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. “Don’t strive to be the best, strive to …

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Beyond Good Intentions: What Nonprofits Really Require 31:22

1y ago31:22

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There are over 1.5 million nonprofit organizations in the United States representing 5.7% of our economy. However, the U.S. boasts about 15% of the world’s nonprofits. Why do people start nonprofits? Is it for the greater good, attention-seeking behavior, or something different? On the latest episode of Cautious Coffee, DeRae and Austin discuss the…

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Exploring the taboo: The reality of extramarital affairs 29:15

1y ago29:15

29:15

Is love enough to get married or stay together? Why break up a happy home? In the latest episode of Cautious Coffee, DeRae and Austin examine the cultural taboo of extramarital affairs and why some have historically found refuge in a “mister” or “mistress” to help navigate complex relationship issues. ABOUT CAUTIOUS COFFEE Cautious Coffee is a foru…

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Poverty: A Gift or a Curse? 54:41

1y ago54:41

54:41

In the season two premiere of Cautious Coffee, Austin and DeRae delve into the complex topic of poverty. With over 1.2 billion people rising out of extreme poverty since 1990, the discussion centers on whether poverty can be seen as a blessing or an automatic curse. The duo shares their own experiences of living below the poverty line in the United…

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Cautious Coffee: A Hard Habit to Break 38:02

2+ y ago38:02

38:02

“Quality is not an act, it is a habit.” Aristotle. DeRae and Austin end season one of Cautious Coffee with a conversation about habits. Good (more optimal) or bad (less optimal) habits make a life and determine the quality of said life. Habits are learned from our parents, siblings, and peer group. Others we pick up as we explore things we like - t…

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Cautious Coffee Follows Up! More Money, More Problems? 52:57

2+ y ago52:57

52:57

Austin and DeRae sit down with Tony Colunga, an entrepreneur and financial planner by trade to discuss the topic of financial literacy once again. Tony shares how he got involved in the finance industry and what influenced him to finally set out on his own and found his own wealth management firm. DeRae and Austin share some of their financial expe…

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The War on Drugs: Another War Lost? 40:57

2+ y ago40:57

40:57

In this week’s episode of Cautious Coffee, Austin and DeRae chat about the legalization and decriminalization of illicit drugs. There is no serious doubt that illicit drug use and smuggling are detrimental to the human condition, and the United States has taken a hard line with its War on Drugs campaign. Former President Richard Nixon declared drug…

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Do You Have Guilt Returning To Work? 17:40

3y ago17:40

17:40

Reimagining the office and work life after COVID-19 is an ongoing debate in many corporate boardrooms. Data suggests that as many as 89 percent of office-based employees “say they want to be allowed to work remotely some or all of the time” and one in four employees suggest “they might quit their jobs after the pandemic, mostly because they want to…

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Thought Experiment: The Democratic Lottery 31:25

3y ago31:25

31:25

This week Austin and DeRae conduct a radical thought experiment about a democratic lottery here in the United States for all elected offices. DeRae believes a democratic lottery will address many of the issues with our current system, while Austin is rightfully skeptical. But we want to know what you think. With only a few more episodes left in the…

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What It Means To Be A Parent In 2021 47:27

3y ago47:27

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Austin and DeRae are once again joined by special guest Justin Cade in an episode about parenting. DeRae has a 12-year-old son, and in those 12 years has come to accept that while kids are wonderful - they’re also little hater machines. Justin joined the fatherhood within the last three years, but Austin remains free of the responsibilities of pare…

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Vulnerability as a Leader 46:37

3y ago46:37

46:37

Austin and DeRae are joined by special guest and friend of the show (and Patreon subscriber) Justin Cade as they explore their experiences leading and being led. The COVID-19 crisis pushed many leaders out of their comfort zones and forced them to reexamine the status-quo. As organizations take a long look in the mirror at what they have become and…

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#TeamUSA: Proud to be an American 37:11

3y ago37:11

37:11

Perfect men do not exist – neither do perfect countries. But the energy, hard-nosed swagger, and victor mentality of one of the greatest countries to ever exist is to be admired. Whether you’re from a state on the East Coast, West Coast, Midwest, or down South – DeRae and Austin hope that if you’re an American, you’re as proud to be an American as …

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Let’s Discuss Vaccine Hesitancy 34:56

3y ago34:56

34:56

We all know someone that refuses to get vaccinated, and maybe even refuses to wear a mask. Hell, they might even think the last 18 months was a ruse. We asked our followers if the COVID-19 vaccine should be mandated, as vaccination rates appear to be stagnating with new variants of the virus spreading in many parts of the world. Austin and DeRae ch…

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For The Love of Money 39:07

3y ago39:07

39:07

Can money buy you happiness? DeRae likes to tell people he’s never had a problem that money couldn’t solve. Austin shares his earliest experiences with credit cards, and what he wishes he knew back then. Money and credit are tools, yet many people have no idea where money comes from and how credit (or debt) works - and often suffer from the money i…

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How Well Do You Really Know Yourself? 35:06

3y ago35:06

35:06

Following a midseason break, Austin and DeRae are back. The duo chats about some of the ways many people have no idea who they really are. Now that may seem like quite a strong statement, but unless you have a really good idea of how the human brain works - it’s just not possible to fully grasp what you’re capable of or where your limits are. DeRae…

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Is Our Education System Broken? 48:52

3y ago48:52

48:52

While the U.S. is a rich country, globally, our country ranks 24th in math, 21st in science, and 15th in literacy. Why? Our system is flawed and separates the haves and the have nots. Digging deeper, the U.S. attracts most of its teachers from the bottom two-thirds of college classes, with nearly half coming from the bottom third. Are teachers prop…

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Allyship 37:55

3y ago37:55

37:55

Believe in freedom? Great! Austin and DeRae do as well. They sit down with their first in-show special guests, Alan Lett and Anthony Ferrell of OG 713, an LGBTQ-owned small business based in Houston, Texas. Join the conversation as Cautious Coffee discusses allyship, civil rights, discrimination, and the logic of freedom. ‘Merica! ABOUT CAUTIOUS CO…

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Cancel Cautious Coffee 36:22

3y ago36:22

36:22

Cancel culture is nothing new. In today’s social media heavy world, one wrong tweet might get you canceled. But what does attempting to cancel someone or something say about society as a whole? Austin and DeRae discuss cancel culture in the 21st century. ABOUT CAUTIOUS COFFEE Cautious Coffee is a forum for candid, often uncomfortable conversations.…

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Lucky #7: Opportunity vs. Chance 35:20

3y ago35:20

35:20

Can you create your own luck? What about creating your own opportunity? Where does effort into the equation? On this episode of Cautious Coffee, Austin and DeRae discuss the implications of what it means to be lucky. Listeners will find out why they feel lucky and maybe reflect on your own life in all the ways you’re lucky, too. ABOUT CAUTIOUS COFF…

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Let’s Talk Mental Health 33:58

3y ago33:58

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Since the onset of COVID-19, about 40 percent of adults in the United States have reported symptoms of anxiety or depressive disorder. For young adults under the age of 24, that number spikes to more than 56 percent. To wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month, DeRae and Austin discuss their struggles with anxiety and depression, how they cope, and mo…

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Marriage, Relationships, and Economics 31:30

3y ago31:30

31:30

Marriage is a beautiful thing, but has society given too much weight to the role love plays in it? In this episode Austin and DeRae chat about their experiences with relationships and marriage. DeRae has a more systematic approach to marriage, while Austin has a more traditional approach. Where do you stand? ABOUT CAUTIOUS COFFEE Cautious Coffee is…

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Enough. Is Anything Ever Enough? 35:58

3y ago35:58

35:58

Enough. How do you know when something is enough? That you've tolerated enough? That you've worked hard enough or long enough? That it is good enough? Is anything ever enough? Do we mindlessly chase to get to this abstract idea of enough? What happens when my enough doesn’t look the same as your enough? Am I enough? Who decides? Enough. Editor’s No…

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Sit Fear on the Bench 33:02

3y ago33:02

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If there is something else you would rather be doing, why aren’t you doing it? If there is somewhere else you would rather be, why aren’t you there? If there is someone else you would rather be with, why aren’t you with them? Austin and DeRae discuss how the deep-rooted implications of fear often keep us from pursuing everything we really want in l…

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The Value of Time | It’s Yours to do With as You Please 30:41

3y ago30:41

30:41

What does time mean to you? Is it merely measured by hours and minutes or is it something that you intrinsically value? Austin Staton and DeRae Crane discuss what time means to them. DeRae believes that people who waste their own time will definitely waste his, so he doesn’t even bother. Austin takes issue with chronically tardy people, but DeRae i…

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Race in America | Stop Letting Fear Get A Vote 32:59

3y ago32:59

32:59

DeRae Crane and Austin Staton introduce Cautious Coffee with a chat about race in America. Race in America is not a topic that can be covered in one episode and will be revisited many times over the life of the podcast. It is after all the topic of discussion that brought DeRae and Austin together to create Cautious Coffee. Join the Cautious Coffee…

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Introducing Cautious Coffee 2:22

3y ago2:22

2:22

Cautious Coffee is a forum for candid, often uncomfortable conversations. Hosted by Austin Staton and DeRae Crane, each episode brings you unscripted and unfiltered commentary on key issues that are impacting our country and culture. Tune in as we seek empowerment, not power; as we meet people where they are; and most importantly, as we strive to b…

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Ep. 143: Previewing the ALCS between Houston and Boston 35:18

5+ y ago35:18

35:18

The ALCS is here! The Chron’s Hunter Atkins joins Austin on the phone line to breakdown this historic series between the Astros and Red Sox. How historic is it? This is the first postseason series since World War II that features to teams that won more than 103 regular season games.The guys discuss the key matchups on the mound and why the Astros’ …

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Ep. 142: NFL Network’s Taylor Bisciotti; Astros-Red Sox set for ALCS 29:20

5+ y ago29:20

29:20

The NFL Network’s Taylor Bisciotti makes her return to the podcast to discuss the wild NFL season. With overtime games on a weekly basis and concern over NFL rule changes, has this season lived up to the hype? Then, Taylor discusses her surprise teams, rookies that have impressed, and the top young QBs in the game.The show opens as Austin discusses…

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Ep. 141: Chron’s Hunter Atkins and SportsRadio 610’s Derek Fogel preview the MLB postseason 53:35

5+ y ago53:35

53:35

The Braintrust, Hunter Atkins and Derek Fogel, join Austin Staton on The Weekly Brew for the annual MLB postseason preview. The guys discuss the extra-inning thriller between the Rockies and Cubs that opened the postseason and the initial implications that the game has on the playoffs — over managing and MLB replays.Then, the guys discuss the local…

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Ep. 140: Chron’s Hunter Atkins on the Astros’ Pennant Race; NFL Highlights; SCOTUS 50:21

6y ago50:21

50:21

Hunter Atkins makes his return to the podcast to discuss the Astros pursuit of a second-straight AL West Crown. Entering the final week of the season with a all-but-certain playoff date with the Indians on the horizon, Hunter and Austin discuss the x-factors heading into postseason play. Will the offense find consistency in the playoffs? Will Keuch…

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Ep. 139: Texans struggle out of the gates; Astros locking in on October 31:30

6y ago31:30

31:30

Austin and Jeremy are joined alongside fantasy football expert Jordan Wathen as the guys breakdown the NFL season to date, and the struggles out of the gate by the Houston Texans. Historically, only 12.1 percent of teams that begin the season 0-2 make the playoffs. Can the Texans buck the trend in the now-competitive AFC South?Then, the guys discus…

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Ep. 138: College Football Week 1 recap; NFL Preview; Colin Kaepernick and NIKE 41:17

6y ago41:17

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After a summer vacation, Austin and Jeremy are back to breakdown the first week of college football action including the major upsets and storylines that dominated the start of the season. Then, ahead of week one of the NFL season, the guys make their Super Bowl picks before diving into the latest controversy surrounding Colin Kaepernick and NIKE —…

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Ep. 137: The Athletic’s Jake Kaplan on the Astros; LeBron to LA; SCOTUS 1:42:15

6y ago1:42:15

1:42:15

The Athletic’s Jake Kaplan joins the podcast to discuss the first half of the season for the Astros. Will the organization make a move at the trade deadline? Can Keuchel regain his form in the second half? How do the Astros stack up in the AL race? Kaplan discusses all of this and more in a live recording at Baileson Brewery.The show opens as Austi…

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Ep. 136: Trump meets Kim Jong-un; Astros 11-game streak; The best week in sports 36:09

6y ago36:09

36:09

Jeremy returns to the podcast to discuss his recent engagement before he dives into a conversation with Austin on the recent summit between President Trump and Kim Jong-un in Singapore. Then, the duo discusses the Astros 11-game winning streak including the offensive outburst led by DH Evan Gattis.??The show wraps by dissecting the best week in spo…

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Ep. 135: On the road with Hunter Atkins — Astros, NBA Free Agency and Jeremy gets engaged 46:00

6y ago46:00

46:00

Hunter was on the road this past weekend covering the Astros four-game sweep of the Rangers. The guys discuss the offensive outburst and whether or not Dallas Keuchel’s struggles on the mound can be corrected. Also, Hunter offers insights into the new approach in the backend of the bullpen and why Astros hitters tend to struggle at Minute Maid Park…

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Ep. 134: Recapping the Rockets v. Warriors; NBA Finals Preview; Marriage Advice from Ben DuBose 40:23

6y ago40:23

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Ben DuBose joins Austin Staton and Hunter Atkins to recap the seven-game series between the Houston Rockets and the Golden State Warriors. Will the Rockets make moves during the offseason to bolster their rotation? Is LeBron James a legitimate target to land in Houston? The trio discuss this and more while previewing the NBA Finals that begin on Th…

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Ep. 133: Rockets-Warriors update; Astros streaking; Reaction to Santa Fe HS shooting 1:10:47

6y ago1:10:47

1:10:47

Austin and Hunter sit down after the Rockets 41-point loss to Golden State on Sunday to offer their analysis on the series and whether or not Rockets fans should be concerned heading into game four on Tuesday night.Then, the guys discuss the Astros series win against the Indians, the historic start for the pitching staff, and the ongoing question m…

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Ep. 132: Previewing the Rockets-Warriors w/ Ben DuBose and Hunter Atkins 31:20

6y ago31:20

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The Houston Rockets are set to square off against the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference Finals. SportsTalk790’s Ben DuBose joins Austin and Hunter to preview the series that NBA fans have been waiting for all season.The trio outlines expectations for game one of the series and which team has the mental edge as both squads have underta…

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Ep. 131: Dan Crenshaw, a former Navy SEAL, discusses his campaign for U.S. Congress 38:47

6y ago38:47

38:47

Dan Crenshaw, Lieutenant Commander (Ret), is a former Navy SEAL running for Texas CD-2, and joins The Weekly Brew to discuss his campaign and the massive runoff election on Tuesday, May 22.Crenshaw, who served five deployments overseas, shares his life-changing story after he was hit by an IED blast in 2012 during a mission in Afghanistan. The inte…

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Ep. 130: Magic + Mayhem with Ben Jackson; Barbara Bush + Avicii remembered; Astros streaking 1:06:51

6y ago1:06:51

1:06:51

Ben Jackson is international award-winning magician who has been featured on NBC's TODAY alongside David Copperfield, and has consulted for the Hollywood film Sin City: A Dame to Kill For, staring Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Ben joins The Weekly Brew to breakdown his career, his influences, and his Magic, Music & Mayhem show at Houston’s La Colombe d'Or,…

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Ep. 129: The Athletic’s Jake Kaplan on the Astros + NBA Playoffs 50:22

6y ago50:22

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Jake Kaplan is no stranger to the podcast and has covered the Houston Astros for the past season. However, in 2018, Kaplan has a new affiliate — The Athletic. Kaplan sits down with the podcast to discuss the new journalistic platform that should excite Astros fans, breaks down the first few of the 2018 season, and why the pitching staff is locked a…

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BONUS EPISODE: ESPN analyst Jeff Van Gundy previews the 2018 NBA Playoffs 16:42

6y ago16:42

16:42

Former NBA head coach and current NBA analyst Jeff Van Gundy joins The Weekly Brew to preview the 2018 NBA Playoffs. Van Gundy opens the interview (2:08) by giving Austin and Hunter his pick for the NBA MVP, then reacts to the Rockets 65-win campaign (2:39). As Houston opens their playoff run on Sunday night, JVG breaks down whether or not the Wolv…

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Ep. 128: @LockedOnRockets’ Ben DuBose talks NBA playoffs and postseason scenarios for Clutch City 28:15

6y ago28:15

28:15

Ben DuBose, who covers the Rockets for Locked On Rockets and SportsTalk 790, joins the show to discuss the NBA Playoffs and the potential first round matchups for the Houston Rockets. Is there a team that could give Houston fits in the first round? Are the Thunder equipped for the postseason? Will Steph Curry’s injury give the Rockets an edge in a …

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Ep. 127: Chron’s John McClain talks Astros and Rockets; Facebook + Amazon woes 1:14:41

6y ago1:14:41

1:14:41

The Houston Chronicle’s John McClain, The General, has covered the NFL for more than 40 years and is no stranger to The Weekly Brew. However, in this episode, McClain joins the podcast to discuss the Golden Era of Houston sports with a heavy focus on the Astros and the Rockets. McClain expresses his excitement for the Astros’ defense of the World S…

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Ep. 126: NFLPA President Eric Winston addresses the state of the NFL; Astros + Rockets 1:06:12

6+ y ago1:06:12

1:06:12

Eric Winston is a 12-year NFL veteran and was just elected to his third term as the president of the NFL Players Association earlier this month. Winston joins The Weekly Brew to discuss the state of the NFL, player safety, the CBA and guaranteed contracts, the NFLPA’s study on the potential use of marijuana as a pain management tool for players, an…

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Ep. 125: Hunter returns from Florida to offer insights on the Astros; Golden Era of Houston Sports 37:12

6+ y ago37:12

37:12

Hunter Atkins is back in Houston and joins Austin Staton to share his first-hand insights from covering the Houston Astros in West Palm Beach, Florida. What are the biggest areas of need for the defending champs, and is the club built for longterm success, or a year of complacency? The show opens as Austin discusses Jose Altuve’s $151 million contr…

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