Best Ben Sheppard Podcasts (2024)

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Is Reed Sheppard to the Rockets a lock? w/ Ben DuBose 43:53

20d ago43:53

43:53

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Ben DuBose (@BenDuBose) discuss: -Will the Rockets keep or trade the 3rd overall pick? -What sort of return would Houston want for #3? -Is trading out or trading down more feasible? -Who do we think the Rockets ultimately take? Who's going to be available? -Who do we want the Rockets to take? Best fit? -Are Donovan Cl…

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#294 Dane Miller 57:24

22h ago57:24

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In this week's episode I was joined by strength and conditioning coach and Founder of Garage Strength, Dane Miller. Dane puts some awesome content and information out there and it was great to pick his brains on all things strength and power as they play an important role in most, if not all sports. How Dane breaks down what can be a complex and co…

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BONUS - "SpaceCamp" (1986) with Jeff Atkins, Ben Carpenter, and Nicolas Pepin 1:08:31

2d ago1:08:31

1:08:31

To the children of the ’80s, the only thing cooler than the idea of space camp is the idea behind this forgotten 80’s flick, in which Lea Thompson, Joaquin Phoenix, and their fellow teen team members must figure out how to land an actual space shuttle after a freak accident at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center launches them into outer space. It could hav…

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How good can Reed Sheppard be? w/ Tony Jones 45:30

5d ago45:30

45:30

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and The Athletic's Tony Jones (@Tjonesonthenba): * Analyzing the pre-draft Nets/Rockets trade * Was it smart for Houston to send Brooklyn their picks back? * The upside of the future Suns picks the Rockets acquired * Will they trade for Kevin Durant? Devin Booker? * What is Reed Sheppard's upside as a prospect? * How does…

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#111 - "The Right Stuff" (1983) with Jeff Atkins, Ben Carpenter, and Darby Mirocha 1:05:05

9d ago1:05:05

1:05:05

Before writer-director Philip Kaufman brought Tom Wolfe's best-selling book to the big screen in 1983, astronauts in movies were often just alien hunters or asteroid chasers. But under Kaufman's direction, spaceflight became a deeply human endeavor, focusing on inner strength rather than external threats. This 80s flick, which runs for over three h…

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#110 - "Weekend at Bernie's" (1989) with Nicholas Pepin (from "Pop Culture Roulette" Podcast) & Chad Sheppard 1:11:31

22d ago1:11:31

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Have you ever wondered how far you'd go to keep your weekend plans alive? Picture this: it's the summer of 1989, and two young employees are ready for a dream getaway at their boss's swanky beach house. But there's a twist—when they arrive, they find their boss, who unbeknownst to them has been stealing from the company, very much dead. What follow…

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More NBA Draft talk + Can Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson play together long-term? w/ Forrest Walker 1:09:49

23d ago1:09:49

1:09:49

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: * Debating one last time if Houston should keep or trade the 3rd overall pick * What player checks the most boxes that could be available at 3? * Which 3-4 prospects do we believe the Rockets should try and keep out of theoretical trade packages this summer? * Can Amen Thompson and Al…

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The Rider with Becko and The Tea Party 33:37

27d ago33:37

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The Tea Party is one of the great successes of the Canadian music scene. They burst onto the scene with their 3rd album, "The Edges of Twilight, " bringing them to Australia for the first time. Jeff Martin fell in love with the place and ended up staying! 25 years ago, "Triptych" was released and this tour celebrates this much-loved album. 'The thr…

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#293 Agata Sitko 39:11

28d ago39:11

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It was an absolute pleasure to be joined in this week's Strength Chat with the Sheffield 2024 powerlifting champion, taking records in the bench, deadlift and total, Agata Sitko. With the success that Agata has had in her powerlifting career so far, it was great to get an insight into what the makes the mind and life of a champion tick. In this cha…

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#109 - "Mr. Mom" (1983) with Ben Carpenter 1:13:39

30d ago1:13:39

1:13:39

It’s easy to see why this 80s Flick resonated at the time. Layoffs in traditionally American male workplaces, especially the auto industry, had landed innumerable men on their living room couches - a stark contrast to the seventies when a total of six men reported being stay-at-home dads in America. That’s right, just six. This resulted in many of …

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Analyzing the 2024 NBA Draft w/ @ChuckingDarts 1:15:06

1M ago1:15:06

1:15:06

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and NBA draft analyst @ChuckingDarts discuss: * How strong is the of the 2024 NBA Draft? * Which prospects are most likely to become All-Stars? * Why is there so much skepticism about Donovan Clingan and Reed Sheppard? * The cases for drafting Zaccharie Risacher and Matas Buzelis in the Top 5 * Is Zach Edey being underval…

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The Rider with Becko and Sheppard 40:33

1M ago40:33

40:33

Brisbane band Sheppard's 4th album Zora brings happiness from its first listen. That's typical Sheppard though, it puts you in a better mood and that's exactly what the inspiration was behind the album - their grandmother Zora. The band are celebrating 10 years of 'Geronimo' - the song that acted like a slingshot and gave them a chance to tour the …

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#292 Sonita Muluh 41:40

2M ago41:40

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In this week's Strength Chat, it was an absolute pleasure to be joined by 3x European Powerlifting champion and the first woman in IPF history to squat over 300kg, Sonita Muluh. Seeing Sonita compete live at Sheffield was absolutely awesome and it was great to speak with her and get an insight what it takes to be a truly world class lifter. In this…

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BONUS - "The Money Pit" (1986) with Gerry D from "Totally Rad Christmas" Podcast 1:10:29

1M ago1:10:29

1:10:29

If you've ever dabbled in DIY home improvement, you'll likely empathize with the calamities depicted in this often overlooked 80s flick. It's the classic tale of renovation gone awry, starring Tom Hanks and Shelley Long as a couple who snag a mansion at a bargain, only to realize after the deal is done why it was priced so low. While the critics we…

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Rafael Stone extended, Rockets climb to 3rd in the draft, and more w/ Forrest Walker 1:19:53

2M ago1:19:53

1:19:53

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: * An overview of the 2023-24 Houston Rockets season * Thoughts on Rockets GM Rafael Stone receiving an extension * Houston climbing to 3rd in the 2024 NBA Draft * Should Houston keep or trade the pick? What’s a good asking price? All that and more. Look for RNH on Apple, Google, Spoti…

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#108 - "InnerSpace" (1987) with Nicholas Pepin (from "Pop Culture Roulette" Podcast) and Ben Carpenter 1:10:19

2M ago1:10:19

1:10:19

Shrinking someone down in order to inject them into someone else, is an absurd movie concept! Producer Steven Spielberg and director Joe Dante knew this, so rather than maintain the bland seriousness of 1966’s “Fantastic Voyage”, they decided to have fun with it, and made a better movie because of it. Lt. Tuck Pendleton, a daring Navy pilot, volunt…

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The Rider with Becko and Eskimo Joe 32:14

2M ago32:14

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The Eskis make it count when they release new music. It's been five years since their last single and Aussie music fans are incredibly excited at the prospect of more new music from the pride of Fremantle. They haven't gone away, plenty of touring has been going on including Spring Loaded and more recently the Incubus and Live tour. The nostalgic "…

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#107 - "Christine" (1983) with Laramy Wells (from "Moving Panels" Podcast) 58:07

2M ago58:07

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Stephen King taught us some important lessons while ascending to his rightful place as America’s most prolific author of horror and supernatural fiction. For instance: don’t dump pig’s blood on Carrie, never stay at The Shining’s Overlook Hotel, and for goodness sake, tread lightly when dealing with a 1958 Plymouth Fury named Christine. King takes …

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BONUS - "Ladyhawke" (1985) with Nicholas Pepin (from "Pop Culture Roulette" Podcast) and Chad Sheppard 51:54

2M ago51:54

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The year of 1985 was an eventful year for Hollywood, seeing the releases of such timeless classics as "The Goonies", "Back to the Future", and "The Breakfast Club". It also saw the release of this 80s Flick, a medieval fantasy adventure telling the unforgettable tale of two lovers who are placed under a terrible curse. She transforms into a hawk du…

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#291 Tom Sheppard 59:31

3M ago59:31

59:31

In this week's Strength Chat, I was joined by strength coach and author, working with EliteFTS and Thibarmy, Tom Sheppard. It was great to chat with Tom who has so much knowledge, and passion, for strength training. His understanding of programming, planning, and playing the long game to help his clients and athletes build long term strength is cle…

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The Rider with Becko and Jebediah 34:18

3M ago34:18

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Jebediah have always been a fan favourite since "Slightly Odway" came out in 1997. It certainly doesn't feel like 13 years since their last album Kosciuszko. OIKS, their sixth album is now out and it feels like they have picked up from where they left off, after over a decade. The fact they have gone into the same studio with producer, Dave Parkin …

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#106 - "The Natural" (1984) with Nicholas Pepin (from "Pop Culture Roulette" Podcast) & Ben Carpenter 1:16:42

3M ago1:16:42

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In the early 1980s baseball films were rare with the most notable being the 1976 comedy The Bad News Bears. However Barry Levinson’s 1984 Oscar nominated flick sparked a resurgence leading to over 18 baseball themed films in the next decade. On the surface it appears as a traditional sports biopic, but it reveals deeper, almost artistic layers upon…

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#290 Ben Wright 50:16

3M ago50:16

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This week's episode was an awesome chat with the owner of Four Pillars Studio, with countless qualifications and years of coaching experience to his name, Ben Wright. With some much information out there, it can be confusing to know what works, what’s the best method to use, and how to actually get results. Ben filters all that out and provides his…

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#105 - "Footloose" (1984) with Bethany Wells and JB Huffman 1:22:20

3M ago1:22:20

1:22:20

What happens when the battle for the soul of a small town gets fought in the most unexpected of arenas: the dance floor? This 80s flick, inspired by true events, dared to answer that question and became one of the most influential movies of the decade! In this small Utah town, the spirit of youth is a whispered song, until the new student from big …

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#289 Barbell Coalition 54:27

3M ago54:27

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As a sport powerlifting is growing in popularity and participation year on year so it was great to chat with the dream team behind Barbell Coalition, who are pushing the standards higher and higher, Ibrahim Dridi, Stephan Karidis and Mahin Zafar. Seeing the passion and love for the sport of powerlifting from these guys it’s clear they are driven to…

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Is Jalen Green better without Alperen Sengun? w/ Forrest Walker 59:56

3M ago59:56

59:56

(Recorded March 31st) Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: * On the Rockets continued success * Can Houston make the Play-In Tournament? * Other than shooting, where is Jalen Green improving? * Is Green playing better because of Alperen Sengun’s absence? * How does Sengun fit into Houston’s long-term plans? * Reacting to…

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#104 - "Jaws 3-D" (1983) with Ben Carpenter & Tyra Williams 1:00:13

4M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

The first "Jaws" movie, directed by a young up-and-comer named Steven Spielberg, is a masterpiece; an incredibly tense, well-made, and well-acted film that created the summer blockbuster as we know it and changed the movie business forever. The first sequel, Jaws 2, can’t reach the heights of the original but it was a respectable enough follow-up. …

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#288 Dean Hammond 1:05:25

4M ago1:05:25

1:05:25

An awesome chat with an absolute top bloke! This week I was joined by strength and conditioning coach, current serving soldier, and buster of fitness fads and myths, Dean Hammond. With a no sugar coating approach to putting content and information out there that actually helps you achieve your goals and filters through the nonsense that is just soc…

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BONUS - "The Verdict" (1982) with Laramy Wells from "Moving Panels" Podcast 1:02:13

4M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

This Oscar-nominated 80s flick may sound like just another courtroom drama. Frank Galvin is a washed-up ambulance-chasing attorney battling his demons in Boston. When he takes on a seemingly straightforward medical malpractice case involving a comatose woman, Galvin discovers a labyrinth of corruption and deceit within the legal system. With the od…

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Can the Rockets make the Play-In Tournament w/ Forrest Walker 1:04:04

4M ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discusses the Houston Rockets winning 9 straight games and putting themselves in position to make the NBA Play-In Tournament. Topics include: -How are the Rockets winning without Sengun? -Ime Udoka’s adjustments -Is Jalen Green back on track to stardom? -Dissecting Green’s streaky scoring effi…

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How excited should the Rockets be about Jalen Green's recent play? w/ Forrest Walker 44:47

4M ago44:47

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Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: * Alperen Sengun likely out for the season * Cam Whitmore out for three weeks * What are the Rockets remaining goals for the season? * Amen Thompson excitement * Reacting to Jalen Green's scoring outbursts * Where does Green rank among Houston's other prospects? All that and more. Loo…

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#103 - "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" (1988) with Bethany Wells, Chris Adams, and Chad Sheppard 1:02:49

4M ago1:02:49

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This 80’s comedy classic is one remake that actually surpassed the original! The plot is simple, two con men with differing styles of grifting make a bet to see who can out-swindle a wealthy heiress on the glamorous French Riviera. From slapstick antics to razor-sharp wit, Steve Martin and Michael Caine deliver a masterclass in comedy as they pull …

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Dissecting Rafael Stone's tenure, the Jalen Green conundrum, and Tari Eason's season-ending surgery 56:35

4M ago56:35

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Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: -Possible fallout from Tari Eason’s season ending surgery -Reacting to Jalen Green’s latest scoring outburst -What is the proper way to react to these games? -Has Green put concerns about his starting spot to bed? -Grading Rafael Stone’s tenure as GM of the Rockets -Where does Stone r…

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#287 Jenz Robinson 42:35

5M ago42:35

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For this week's episode it was an absolute pleasure to be joined by the Co-Founder of the PFCA, Jenz Robinson. After seeing the content and information that Jenz puts out there, as well as listening to him on other podcasts, it’s clear how passionate he is about raising the standard of the fitness industry. All you have to do is look at the results…

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#102 - "License To Drive" (1988) with Nicholas Pepin from "Pop Culture Roulette" Podcast 1:11:09

5M ago1:11:09

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Are you ready for a high-octane adventure through the tumultuous world of teenage rebellion and automotive mayhem? Then jump into the driver’s seat because it's time to rediscover the laughter, hijinks, and teenage romance that made this 80s Flick a beloved cult classic. In the sun-soaked suburbs of California, we meet the lovesick teenager Les And…

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#286 Mark Novak 46:03

5M ago46:03

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In this week's Strength Chat I was joined by full time Firefighter and Strength Coach, who is the creator of The Strong Dad Club, Mark Novak. It was great to chat with Mark who puts some awesome content and information out there, as well as leading by example in what he does in terms of training and nutrition. In this episode we chatted about what …

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#101 - "Running Scared" (1986) with Gerry D from "Totally Rad Christmas" & Nicholas Pepin from "Pop Culture Roulette" 56:22

5M ago56:22

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The buddy cop action-comedy movie hit its heyday by the end of the 1980s with genre-defining box office winners like "48 Hrs." and "Lethal Weapon." The formula is pretty straightforward - two wise-cracking detectives, who share almost nothing in common, team up and face a barrage of messy violent drama before coming together to fight the bad guys a…

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#285 Dr. Merrick Lincoln 59:59

5M ago59:59

59:59

It was absolutely awesome to be joined in this week's Strength by a Doctor of Physical Therapy, strength and conditioning coach, writer and researcher, Dr. Merrick Lincoln. I really enjoyed chatting with Merrick as it was clear we share similar thoughts and philosophies on training and coaching. In this episode we chatted about modifying an athlete…

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#100 - 80's Flick Flashback 100th Episode Special 1:01:28

6M ago1:01:28

1:01:28

Get ready to test your knowledge about the silver screen sensations of the 1980s! From E.T. phoning home to Indiana Jones cracking his whip, we've got a reel-to-reel rundown of 80s movie trivia as you've never heard before. So grab your popcorn, and cozy up in your favorite recliner or bean bag chair, as eight guest co-hosts join host Tim Williams …

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Are the Rockets still not embracing Alperen Şengün? w/ Forrest Walker 1:00:46

6M ago1:00:46

1:00:46

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: -Rockets bench Alperen Şengün in crunch time -Houston's reluctance to embrace Sengun as the franchise player -The continued pushback of this reality -Why is Houston still feverishly pursuing centers at the deadline? -What should they aim to achieve at the trade deadline? -Who are some…

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#284 Kelly Mann 37:30

6M ago37:30

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For this week's episode I was joined by the Founder and Director of PerforMotion, Kelly Mann. To be able to chat with someone of Kellys experience and knowledge was awesome. You only have to look at the success of the lifters she coaches, as well as the growth of PerforMotion, to see that she knows what she’s talking about. In this episode we chatt…

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Should the Rockets make a panic trade? w/ Forrest Walker 31:43

6M ago31:43

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Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: -Why have the Rockets struggled so much since Christmas? -Is Houston regressing to the mean as a team? -If they miss the play-in tournament, is this season a failure? -What is a reasonable goal for the remainder of the season? -Should the Rockets make a trade for the sole purpose of m…

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#99 - "No Way Out" (1987) with JB Huffman from "Manly Movies" Podcast 1:09:19

6M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

This rollercoaster ride of espionage and intrigue is like a maze where secrets are hidden, loyalties are deceitful, and nothing is quite what it seems. But this 80s flick isn't just your run-of-the-mill thriller; it's a mind-bending carnival ride of suspense. A Navy officer's clandestine affair takes a treacherous turn when he becomes a pawn in a h…

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#283 Amir Fazeli 59:02

6M ago59:02

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In this week's episode I was joined by a coach who has a roster of national and international champions in multiple sports, as well as being competitive in a number of sports himself, Amir Fazeli. It was awesome to chat with Amir who has competed in sports such as powerlifting, kickboxing, and wrestling and to get an insight into the lessons he has…

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Is Jalen Green still on the hot seat? w/ Forrest Walker 1:00:21

6M ago1:00:21

1:00:21

Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) discuss: -Jalen Green's improved play -Has Green secured his starting spot? -Cam Whitmore's monster production -Is Whitmore a better prospect than Green? -How did so many teams pass on Whitmore? -The competition for Green's spot in Houston's core -Alperen Sengun's ridiculous 3-week stretch -Wi…

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#282 Kristen Dunsmore 45:56

6M ago45:56

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It was an absolute pleasure to be joined in this week's episode by competitive powerlifter, two time National Powerlifting Champion, and coach, Kristen Dunsmore. It was awesome to chat with Kristen and get an insight into her thoughts around coaching, training, and how strength training can be more than just getting strong. In this episode we chatt…

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#98 - "Spies Like Us" (1985) with Laramy Wells from "Moving Panels" Podcast 53:10

6M ago53:10

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Set against the backdrop of heightened Cold War tensions, this 80s flick introduces us to two bumbling government employees unwittingly thrust into the world of international espionage. Tasked with a decoy mission to distract attention from a genuine covert operation, the duo becomes entangled in a web of conspiracies, encounters with KGB agents, a…

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Analyzing Jalen Green's struggles w/ Forrest Walker 43:27

6M ago43:27

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Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Forrest Walker (@DUNOTS) analyze Jalen Green's recent struggles for the Rockets (late upload). Topics include: -The cause of Jalen Green's struggles -Do we still believe in Green the player? -How can the Rockets help Green out? -Ime Udoka's 4th quarter benchings of Green -Will Udoka continue to start Green? -Will the …

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#97 - "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" (1989) with Bethany Wells (Abbreviated Replay) 55:25

7M ago55:25

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This 80’s flick was meant to be just another chapter in the misadventures of Clark W. Griswold and his family, but it has become one of the most surprisingly popular and most quoted holiday movies of all time. So this Christmas we are returning to Chicago for a special abbreviated version of the episode we recorded in 2021. So dig up your oversized…

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Mapping out "Phase 2" of the Rockets rebuild w/ Michael Shapiro 43:19

7M ago43:19

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Salman Ali (@SalmanAliNBA) and Chron.com's Michael Shapiro (@mshap2) discuss: -What was the goal of Phase 2? Has that changed? -How long does Phase 2 last? What does Phase 3 look like? -Who are the "untouchables" on the Rockets? -How will extension negotiations with Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun look? -How have Jalen Green's struggles impacted Hou…

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