Best Ben Thorp Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 209: Holly Howard on Business Growth for Creative Entrepreneurs [rebroadcast] 57:21

1h ago57:21

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Polymath Holly Howard has lived many lives. A former professional ballet dancer, bassoonist, medical researcher and board-certified music therapist, she’s pulled from science, art, and design to create a one-of-a-kind path for herself. Now, she runs the successful culture-first business consultancy, Ask Holly How, to help creative entrepreneurs gro…

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Brunson's Team Friendly Extension with the Knicks and a WTF Are These Teams Draft 1:24:01

15m ago1:24:01

1:24:01

Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton discuss Jalen Brunson's extension with the Knicks and whether or not it will be a precedent in the apron era, the Warriors' pursuit of Lauri Markkanen, and a look at a few teams that make you wonder about their direction. Brunson's extension (1:04) Will this be a precedent? (12:34) Where do the Knicks stack up in the Ea…

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Clippers Retrospective, What are the Warriors, Markkanen Teams, and the lurking Grizzlies 1:32:11

5d ago1:32:11

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Zach looks back on the Paul George-Kawhi Leonard era of the Clippers. Then ESPN's Tim MacMahon joins to take stock of the Warriors, possible Lauri Markkanen trade teams, and the state of the Memphis Grizzlies. The Kawhi-PG era (1:01) Tim MacMahon (19:21) Team USA latest (20:11) Current state of the Warriors (30:34) Markkanen trades (43:58) Don't sl…

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Clever Ep. 181: Furniture Designer Jomo Tariku is Changing the Canon [rebroadcast] 55:41

4d ago55:41

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Clever Ep. 181: Furniture Designer Jomo Tariku is Changing the Canon [rebroadcast] Furniture designer Jomo Tariku grew up in Ethiopia in a home full of eclectic objects collected via his dad’s travels. In the U.S. with an Industrial Design degree, he embarked on a mission to change the western canon by designing modern furniture through an African …

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Preterism vs. Futurism: What Does Revelation Really Say? 1:44:32

4d ago1:44:32

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The history of Preterism and Futurism are the topic of this latest examination of the ‘little season’ theory which is the concept that we are now in a post rapture, post Millennial Kingdom and are living in the ‘little season’ when the devil is released from the pit before the end of the age. Carl and Bryan welcome special guest J.T. from the Chris…

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DeRozan to the Kings, PG on talks with the Clips, the Walls Closing in on the Heat, and an Olympics Preview 1:39:44

5d ago1:39:44

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Zach and ESPN's Chris Herring react to Paul George's comments about his contract negotiations with the Clippers, discuss the Heat losing Caleb Martin to the Sixers, the Kings trading for DeMar DeRozan, and the Bulls' attempt at a rebuild. Then ESPN's Brian Windhorst joins to preview a loaded Olympic field and Team USA's biggest questions. Paul Geor…

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Klay to the Mavs, Spida re-signs in Cleveland, Lakers' Off-Season, and the Free Agency Medal Stand 1:23:35

10d ago1:23:35

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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton discuss the Klay Thompson sign and trade to the Mavericks, the state of the Warriors, potential moves for the Lakers, the Cavs re-signing Donovan Mitchell, and the Top 3 free agency winners. Klay to the Mavs (1:01) Sizing up the Warriors (24:06) The Heat made a move (35:27) Lakers' off-season (37:51) Cavs re-sign Donova…

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Free Agency Bonanza, PG to Philly, OKC lands Hartenstein, End of an Era in Golden State, Lakers' Options 1:45:37

12d ago1:45:37

1:45:37

Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks discuss the Clippers losing Paul George to the Sixers, Klay Thompson leaving the Warriors, landing spots for Lauri Markkanen, free agent options for the Lakers, the Thunder adding Hartenstein, the Pelicans trading for Dejounte Murray, the Magic getting KCP, the Raptors re-signing Barnes and Quickley, and more. Hartenstei…

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Covid Retro with Dr Paul Alexander, Chief Scientific Advisor for The Wellness Company 1:22:06

16d ago1:22:06

1:22:06

We were extremely pleased to interview Dr. Paul Alexander who is the Chief Scientific Advisor for The Wellness Company from Canada. He graduated from Oxford University, McMaster University and the University of Toronto. He was also senior advisor to the W.H.O. and senior advisor to the Trump administration reporting directly to the Oval office in 2…

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Knicks Build with Bridges, Rockets Fuel Up, Wolves-Spurs Trade, Edey to Memphis, and Portland lands Clingan 1:18:45

16d ago1:18:45

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Zach and ESPN NBA Draft Analyst Jonathan Givony discuss the Knicks trading a haul to Brooklyn for Mikal Bridges, the Nets rebuild, Houston acquiring Suns' picks, Minnesota moving up for Rob Dillingham, Dalton Knecht falling to the Lakers, Portland adding Avdija and Clingan, and much more on the draft. Knicks trade for Bridges (2:35) Nets need a nap…

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Clever Presents - Cal Newport on Doing Less, from Say More 26:31

22d ago26:31

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Sharing a preview of the Say More podcast, where, in a special series, Boston Globe columnist Shirley Leung is opening up the conversation about stress and burnout to help listeners feel less alone and inspired to get help. In this episode, computer scientist and bestselling author Cal Newport says we’ve been thinking about productivity all wrong. …

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The Future of the Cavs, Possible Draft Night Trades, and Paul George Rumors 1:06:38

19d ago1:06:38

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Zach Lowe and ESPN Draft Expert Jonathan Givony discuss the Cavaliers hiring Kenny Atkinson and what that means for Darius Garland and the future of their franchise. Then they preview the top of the NBA Draft and potential trades what trades, some of their favorite sleeper prospects, and look at possible landing spots for Paul George. Kenny Atkinso…

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Caruso-Giddey Trade, Paul George Buzz, and the Lakers turn to JJ Redick 1:06:12

22d ago1:06:12

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Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks talk through all of the angles of the Alex Caruso-Josh Giddey trade, look at landing spots for Paul George, weigh in on the Kings' cap sheet and potential moves, and discuss the state of the Lakers now that they've landed a head coach in JJ Redick. Sam Presti's press release on Giddey trade (1:21) Chicago's rebuilding pl…

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Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla, Jeff Van Gundy on joining the Clippers, and Siakam Extends in Indy 1:28:53

24d ago1:28:53

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Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla joins The Lowe Post to discuss his flashbulb memories after winning the championship, his analytical approach, the challenge of repeating, and the role of luck in the playoffs. Then Jeff Van Gundy joins to discuss his role as an advisor to the Celtics and why he decided to join the Clippers staff as Ty Lue's lead assistan…

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LIVE Celtics Win NBA Finals Reaction 57:19

25d ago57:19

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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Zach Lowe to react live to the Boston Celtics winning the 2024 NBA Finals. The guys are joined by surprise guests including legendary sportswriter Jackie MacMullan, Celtics' legend Cedric Maxwell, ESPN's Tim Bontemps & Tim MacMahon and more to break down what the difference was for Boston, the future potential of…

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Ep. 216: Clever Extra - Interior Designer Kerrie Kelly on Uniting Beauty and Function 40:02

26d ago40:02

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Interior designer and lifestyle expert Kerrie Kelly is known for her distinctive California-inspired design philosophy. She got her start at Ralph Lauren Home and then moved to Del Webb Corporation where she was a boots-on-the-ground high-volume designer of homes, before founding her multi-faceted design studio, Kerrie Kelly Design Lab, in 1995. A …

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TFS EP. 137 MILITARY WHISTLE BLOWER KIRK RIESE 58:35

26d ago58:35

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My guest today is military whistle blower Kirk Riese. Kirk has a very interesting story about government corruption here in Canada. Kirk was visually uneasy telling his story in fear for his life and the lives of his family. I hope Kirk can stay safe!!!

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Dallas Dominates Game 4, Luka's Effort on Defense, and the Mavs' Minuscule Chances 56:18

28d ago56:18

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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton discuss the Mavericks' monster win in Game 4, Luka Doncic's improved defensive effort, Dallas' physicality, how Kristaps Porzingis' absence was felt, and the slim chances the Mavericks have to get the series back to Dallas. Mavericks rout Celtics to stave off elimination (1:35) Luka's defensive effort (6:12) The absence…

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Luka Fouls Out, Celtics Survive Late Mavs' Rally to go up 3-0, and Remembering Jerry West 1:05:20

1M ago1:05:20

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Zach and Mo Dakhil of The Athletic discuss Luka Doncic fouling out of Game 3, Boston's offensive woes in the 4th quarter, who their Finals MVP is at this point, and the legendary life of Jerry West. Celtics survive late rally from Mavs to take 3-0 lead (1:08) Luka's fouls (5:14) Boston's 4th quarter meltdown (10:21) Why can't Dallas generate more 3…

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Potential Porzingis Injury Fallout, Series Defining Stats, and Hurley Turns Down Lakers 1:05:03

1M ago1:05:03

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Zach and Steve Jones, Jr. of The Dunker Spot react to the news of Kristaps Porzingis' leg injury and what it could mean for the Mavericks and Celtics if he can't play in Game 3. Plus, Boston's commitment to driving the ball, ways for Dallas to crack the Celtics' defense, and Dan Hurley turns down the Lakers job. Entire series summed up in one stat …

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Ep. 215: Kinfolk’s Idris Brewster Uses AR to Empower Collective Memory Building 57:09

1M ago57:09

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Artist, creative technologist, and educator, Idris Brewster grew up in Brooklyn, being filmed for a documentary about his education as a black student at a prestigious, primarily white, school. His coming-of-age, only partially caught on camera, included a lot of basketball and hands-on artistic development. A grant awarded in college gave him earl…

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2024 NBA Finals Game 2 Reaction 29:45

1M ago29:45

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On this special episode of The Lowe Post x Hoop Collective crossover, Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst discuss the NBA Finals Game 2 reaction. They break down the Celtics' 105-98 victory over the Mavericks, highlighting how Boston managed to win despite having a lesser game. The hosts delve into Kyrie Irving's struggles and Dallas's costly turnovers, …

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NBA Finals Adjustments with Tim Legler and the Lakers' Pursuit of Danny Hurley 50:30

1M ago50:30

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Zach and ESPN's Tim Legler discuss why the Mavericks should be more worried about their defense after Game One, how the Celtics won the math, ways Dallas can spark their offense in Game Two, and the Lakers' head coaching search. Dallas should be more concerned about their defense (1:24) Dallas needs to take and make more 3s (13:21) Ways to get Mavs…

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2024 NBA Finals Game 1 Reaction 26:05

1M ago26:05

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On this episode of the Lowe Post, Zach welcomes Brian Windhorst of the Hoop Collective to discuss the Celtics' impressive 107-89 Game 1 victory over the Mavericks in the NBA Finals. They examine Porzingis's immediate impact off the bench, the Celtics' stifling defense, and their decision not to double Luka Dončić, leading to his lowest assist numbe…

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Championship Paths, Defending Luka, the Impact of Porzingis, and Draft Chatter 1:42:47

1M ago1:42:47

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Zach and ESPN's Tim MacMahon look ahead to the chess match on both sides of the ball in the NBA Finals, the differing paths the Celtics and Mavericks took to get here, and how they see the series playing out. Then ESPN's Draft Analyst Jonathan Givony joins for the latest on the top of the draft, how the Spurs plan to build around Victor Wembanyama,…

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Fear is the Fuel That Fires the Furnace of Disease | Dr Ben Tapper 1:18:44

1M ago1:18:44

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Today we discuss all the sordid history and deadly track records of VACCINES. Dr. Ben Tapper has studied vaccinations and adverse reactions for over twenty years and gives many lectures on this subject nationally. He is an expert on Epigenetic's and is the executive producer of ‘THE TIME IS NOW”. We start is the era of the Small Pox vaccinations wh…

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Mavs Maul Wolves, NBA Finals Forecast, and Fake KAT Trades 1:18:10

1M ago1:18:10

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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton react to Luka Doncic's monster game as the Mavs advance to the Finals, how the Celtics and Mavericks match up on both sides of the ball, Minnesota's looming financial crunch and fake KAT trades. Wolves had no answer for Luka (3:07) Celtics won't have best player in the Finals (15:28) Luka's on pace to wind up in rarefie…

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The Full KAT Experience, Minnesota's Chances at a Comeback, Celtics Check-In, and the Future of the Pacers 1:42:36

1M ago1:42:36

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Zach and ESPN's Chris Herring discuss the Western Conference Finals, Minnesota's chances of pulling an historic comeback, the Mavs playoff surge and very early thoughts on their potential Finals matchup with Boston, the state of the Celtics and the pressure on them to win, the Mike Brown situation in Sacramento, and the incomparable Bill Walton. Th…

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TFS EP. 136 Member of the House of Commons MP. Jeremy Patzer 45:57

2M ago45:57

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Member of the House of Commons of Canada MP Jeremy Patzer sits down with Tanner to discuss multiple topics including Carbon Tax Criminal Justine and the Hate Speech Bill. MP Patzer was elected to represent the riding of Cypress Hills Grasslands in the 2019 Canadian Federal election. He previously served on the board of the Conservative Party consti…

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Ep. 214: Architect & Designer Marc Thorpe on Relationships, Responsibility, and Uncertainty 59:23

2M ago59:23

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Architect & designer Marc Thorpe spent his youth, just outside of Washington DC, drawing and learning to navigate a destabilizing home environment. The son of two academics, he learned discipline, rigor, and resilience from his mom, while his dad, a critical thinker, taught him to challenge and interrogate everything. Always knowing he’d be an arti…

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Luka Magic, the Struggles of ANT and KAT, and the Jayson Tatum Discourse 1:08:30

2M ago1:08:30

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Zach and ESPN's Tim Bontemps discuss Luka Doncic's game-winning 3-pointer to put the Mavs up 2-0 in the Western Conference Finals, the struggling Minnesota offense, the media narratives around Jayson Tatum, and why the Celtics need to win the NBA title. Final sequence (1:33) Are we emotionally prepared for a Celtics vs. Kyrie Irving NBA Finals? (10…

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Mavs Take Game 1 in Minnesota, All-NBA Results and Implications, Changes in Cleveland, and Pacers-Celtics 1:20:49

2M ago1:20:49

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Zach and Kirk Goldsberry discuss the Mavericks win in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals, how both Dallas and Minnesota might adjust in Game 2, the All-NBA results, Cleveland firing JB Bickerstaff and what comes next for Donovan Mitchell, quick Pacers-Celtics takes, and Kirk's new book "Hoop Atlas." Dallas grinds out Game 1 in Minnesota (2:17)…

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Game 7 Road Wins by the Wolves and Pacers, Conference Final Previews, and Offseason Outlooks for NYK, DEN, and OKC 1:20:08

2M ago1:20:08

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Zach and ESPN's Kevin Pelton react to Game 7 wins for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Indiana Pacers, questions in Denver and New York going forward, Knicks injuries, and more. Plus: Quick thoughts on Mavs-Wolves and Celtics-Pacers in the conference finals, what's next for the Oklahoma City Thunder, and much more. Nuggets offseason questions (19:47)…

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Wolves-Nuggets Game 7, Celtics Consternation, Cavs' Questions, and Mavs-Thunder 1:35:39

2M ago1:35:39

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Zach and Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic talk all things Wolves-Nuggets and preview Game 7. Then (38:47) Zach discusses the Boston Celtics soft path to the conference finals and the perception Boston isn't playing well enough to win the title -- and whether anything short of that is a failure. Then (54:09) Zach welcomes in ESPN's Tim MacMahon to di…

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Ep. 213: The Quiet Rebellion of Biodesigner Natsai Audrey Chieza 1:05:23

2M ago1:05:23

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Natsai Audrey Chieza spent her youth in Zimbabwe in a close-knit extended family where she and her cousins were “in each others’ pockets.” In her teenage years the national economy crashed, necessitating a family relocation to the UK, and she began learning the skill of “not belonging.” Architecture studies proved alienating so she found a way to c…

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Nuggets Knot Series at 2, Pacers Cruise in Game 4 against the Knicks, and the Hawks Win the Lottery 1:22:50

2M ago1:22:50

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Zach and ESPN's Bobby Marks discuss the Nuggets showing the heart of a champion to bounce back and even their series against the Wolves, the Knicks running out of gas in Game 4 against the Pacers, and what Indiana's off-season could look like. Then ESPN's NBA Draft Expert Jonathan Givony joins on what the Hawks could do with the #1 pick, how the Sp…

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