Best Blue Wings Media Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 817 Chop Wood, Carry Water, Curse SCOTUS 1:00:01

1d ago1:00:01

1:00:01

Scotus (and the mainstream media, who have blood in their teeth now)? Curses on them all. Meanwhile, were going to chop wood, carry water, and get out the vote. More at proleftpod.com. Support the Show.By Driftglass and Blue Gal

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Ep 816: From Grassroots to Gears 56:06

6d ago56:06

56:06

[Recorded before the Presidential Debate.] Time for a deep dive into the troubling parallels between the decline of "liberal" mainstream media and the recent corporate buyouts of popular automotive YouTube channels like Donut Media. Remember when MSNBC was a bastion of creative, progressive messaging? We take a nostalgic journey through the network…

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Episode 48: Angus Crookshank 33:59

7d ago33:59

33:59

Angus Crookshank of the Ottawa Senators joins Drop the Mitts to talk about the phenomenal of a 2023-2024 season he had. He talks about the whirlwind of a week he had getting the call up to play with the Ottawa Senators, skating his rookie lap in Las Vegas against the Golden Knights and scoring his very first NHL goal against the Arizona Coyotes the…

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The Hard Proof - Episode 6: The "Old" Shootout 31:40

8d ago31:40

31:40

There are so many "Old" whiskeys these days! Old Elk, Old Grand Dad, Old Line, Old Overholt, Old Barton, Old Medley, Old Taylor, the list goes on and on and on... So today, Benny brought a handful of his favorites to blind the guys on. Youtube: https://youtu.be/TFiOXS-rRxo Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p…

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Ep 815: The Debate and Trump's (and Ross Perot's) Tariffs 33:26

8d ago33:26

33:26

No Fair Remembering Stuff: going full Smoot-Hawley on this one! And stay tuned for Driftglass's amazing impersonation of Bill Clinton. More at proleftpod.com Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodcast Patreon | https://patreon.com/proleftpod Our YouTube Channel Opening and Closing Music: Jumpin Boogie Woogie by Audionautix | http:/…

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Ep 814: Stop Normalizing 'Normalizing' 44:01

13d ago44:01

44:01

There is no "normalizing" you know who, it's just pretending it's okay with you that 39% of the country loves fascism. In other news the Biden campaign wins a "Don't Sugarcoat It Award." More at proleftpod.com. Link for this episode: Blue Gal has a knitting podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@flangum Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.c…

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Episode 47: Luke Rowe 57:22

14d ago57:22

57:22

Former Air Force Academy Falcons Captain, current Defenseman for the Ontario Reign, Luke Rowe joins Drop the Mitts! Chris and Luke talk about Luke signing his first professional hockey contract very recently signing a 1 year deal with the Ontario Reign. He talks about scoring his first professional goal and playing with fellow D-man Brandt Clarke. …

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Ep 813: Bill Buckley And The Power Of Myth 45:41

15d ago45:41

45:41

No Fair Remembering Stuff: Bill Kristol brushes off the long-standing and revered myth that William F. Buckley Jr. "banished the John Birch Society from the conservative movement." Really? More at proleftpod.com. Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodcast Patreon | https://patreon.com/proleftpod Our YouTube Channel Opening and Clos…

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Episode 46: Logan Stankoven 23:11

19d ago23:11

23:11

Dallas Stars Forward Logan Stankoven joins the Drop the Mitts to talk about his first season both in the AHL and his call-up to the NHL. Logan talks about the teams deep playoff run and what it was like playing in a playoff environment especially in his home barn at American Airlines Center. Logan goes into detail about his emotion scoring not only…

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Ep 812: What's An Independent? 1:02:22

20d ago1:02:22

1:02:22

A letter from a listener leads us to ask whether anyone left of center can use the word "independent" about themselves. Plus the Hunter Biden verdict isn't the worst thing ever, and we've got some words for Pope Alito and his wife. More at proleftpod.com. Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessionalLeft Support the show: PayPa…

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Ep 811: 'I Never Thought Evangelicals Would Eat MY Face!' 35:19

22d ago35:19

35:19

No Fair Remembering Stuff covers this week's news of conservative columnist David French, who never thought his fellow evangelicals would cancel HIM. He was taken to task quite appropriately by another "canceled" evangelical, who happened to be a progressive woman. Huh. More at proleftpod.com. Links for this episode: Homebrewed Christianity: Includ…

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The Hard Proof - Episode 5: Mail-Day Madness 31:30

27d ago31:30

31:30

It's mail-day at the studio! This week we had some interesting bottles arrive at our doorstep, and we'll be breaking them down top-to-bottom. Will the marketing make or break these pours? Join us and find out! YouTube: https://youtu.be/IA52VdID36o?si=fLgaQzQO17g0klVf Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy…

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Episode 45: Chris Pelosi 1:14:53

27d ago1:14:53

1:14:53

2023 Boston Bruins 3rd round pick, Quinnipiac commit, and most recently Forward for the Sioux Falls Stampede Chris Pelosi joins the pod! The two Chris' sit down to talk about this past season, playing with fellow Boston Bruins draft pick Beckett Hendrickson, and the increase in production. Chris also talks about what went into his decision to commi…

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Ep 810: Seeing The Republican Fascist Matrix 47:37

27d ago47:37

47:37

There are a small number of people who are Agents of American fascism. These are the Steve Bannons, Tim Pools and Stephen MIllerses. Stone-cold nazis with a clear agenda. Then there is a much larger group – the reprogrammable meatbags of the Republican base. They think they've taken the "red pill" when they clearly just like the steak Fox and Newsm…

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Ep 809: Convicted Felon 1:03:18

29d ago1:03:18

1:03:18

Did we mention he's a convicted felon? Also a wee bit of No Fair Remembering Stuff on the topic of news media using the term "LIE." More at proleftpod.com. Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessionalLeft The Driftglass Medical GoFundMe Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodcast Patreon | https://patreon.com/p…

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Episode 44: Will Felicio 24:45

1M ago24:45

24:45

WE ARE BACK! After a week long sabbatical in Dallas and Washington DC we are back to talk some hockey! University of Michigan commit, Waterloo Blackhawks Defenseman Will Felicio joins the podcast to talk so puck! Coming off a great season in the USHL Will talks about preparing for the NHL Draft that will take place this month in Las Vegas at the Sp…

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Ep 808: We interrupt this podcast for a medical emergency 9:42

1M ago9:42

9:42

Driftglass was in the ER last night for HOURS (and he's fine) but we're not up for podcasting regularly today. TWO political podcasts next week, Tuesday and Thursday. If you can help with what we know are going to be medical bills meeting DG's $5900.00 deductible for 2024, we've got a Go Fund Me posted here. More at proleftpod.com. Support the Show…

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Ep 807: Science Fiction University | Andy Weir's Hopeful, Hard SF 47:19

1M ago47:19

47:19

On this episode of Science Fiction University, we dive into the works of Andy Weir, the author behind the hit novels The Martian and Project Hail Mary. Project Hail Mary, Weir's latest novel takes readers on an epic journey across the cosmos. Like his earlier work, The Martian, PHM showcases Weir's talent for fusing cutting-edge science with an ext…

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The Hard Proof - Episode 4: Bourbon and Bigfoot, with Luke Rodgers of Blurry Creatures 34:26

1M ago34:26

34:26

Join JP, Benny, and The Lawman this week for a very special, and very blurry episode of The Hard Proof! Joined by special guest Luke Rodgers of the Blurry Creatures Podcast, this episode blends the best of both bourbon and Bigfoot. Follow All Things Blurry Creatures: https://www.blurrycreatures.com/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/IA52VdID36o?si=fLgaQzQO…

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Ep 806: 'There Is No News Cycle, Only Zuul' 55:54

1M ago55:54

55:54

Rake-stepping with the worst witness in the legal "defense" of Donald Trump... The not-at-all-shocking reports that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito raised multiple (red? of course!) flags (ahem) supporting the events of January 6th's Capitol attack... ...and Nikki Haley's not-at-all surprising endorsement of Trump for the 2024 Republican nominat…

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Episode 43: Steven Kampfer 1:26:36

1M ago1:26:36

1:26:36

2011 Stanley Cup Champion with the Boston Bruins, Olympian and most recently Captain of the Tucson Roadrunners Steven Kampfer joins Drop the Mitts! Steven talks about his crazy run in Professional Hockey: playing College Hockey for the University of Michigan, the 2011 Stanley Cup season and insane celebration, his time in the KHL, and his role as a…

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Ep 805 No Fair Remembering Stuff: The Friedman Unit 39:15

1M ago39:15

39:15

We were going to do this podcast six months from now buuuuut.... More at proleftpod.com. Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodcast Patreon | https://patreon.com/proleftpod Our YouTube Channel Opening and Closing Music: Jumpin Boogie Woogie by Audionautix | http://audionautix.com/| Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC B…

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Ep 804 Trump's Dress-Alike Ventriloquist Dummies 1:05:36

2M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

There are ventriloquist dummies, and then there are dummies like Senator Tommy Tuberville. What did Blue Gal think was the most revealing moment of the Michael Cohen testimony? Driftglass says he is willing to try to be "more polarizing" than David French. All this and a news round-up with our home state winning a special designation! More at prole…

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Episode 42: Matthew Schaefer 49:19

2M ago49:19

49:19

Recent Gold Medalist in the U18 Men's Worlds, number one overall selection in the Ontario Hockey League Draft, and one of the top rated prospects in the 2025 NHL Draft class Matthew Schaefer joins Drop the Mitts! Matt talks about his experience traveling to Finland and going to war with his buddies for Hockey Canada and playing with guys like Gavin…

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Ep 803: God's Will Or Somebody Else's Fault 1:18:42

2M ago1:18:42

1:18:42

We kick things off with a whimsical tangent about "sacred chickens" - those unquestioned assumptions and mythologies that societies cling to, even in the face of contradictory evidence. This leads to a deeper discussion about the concept of "phenomenology" and how subjective experience of reality can be manipulated (see Fox News). From there, we di…

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The Hard Proof - Episode 3: Bye Bye, Blantons 16:34

2M ago16:34

16:34

Wait, you mean to tell me JP is STILL upset about Blantons? In 2024? No... it can't be true... Wait, wait... What's he doing with that bottle?? Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thehardproof/videos Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel…

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Ep 802 'Twelve Angry Men' and Other Lies 1:03:01

2M ago1:03:01

1:03:01

A black and white movie from decades ago taught us something that just isn't true about the "power of persuasion." This and the week's news -- more at proleftpod.com. Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessionalLeft Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodcast Patreon | https://patreon.com/proleftpod Support the…

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Episode 41: Jack Devine 54:09

2M ago54:09

54:09

University of Denver Forward, Hobey Baker Nominee and National Champion Jack Devine joins the podcast! Jack talks about the unbelievable season he had at Denver being nominated for the Hobey Baker Award and taking down Boston College in the National Championship game. He talks so highly of teammates Zeev Buium, Tristan Broz, Matt Davis and Sean Beh…

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Ep 801: No Fair Remembering Trump's Covid Eff-Ups 50:09

2M ago50:09

50:09

No, really, Trump was the so-called president for the entire year 2020, and he never took any responsibility for managing the US Government's response to the pandemic. And normal people blot out the memories of this because of a little thing called TRAUMA. We must remind ourselves and others that we will NEVER AGAIN elect that incompetent egomaniac…

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Ep 800 Wait, 800 Episodes?!? 59:21

2M ago59:21

59:21

We celebrate our 800th podcast episode. Wow! Thanks for supporting our podcast work. And for our 800th episode we have to start off with Kristi Noem's dog murder and Marjorie Taylor Greene's unconscious (and NOT Christian) anti-Semitism? Where's the cake? Also thinking back to 1968, which 2024 is NOT. There are 799 more episodes, and information on…

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The Hard Proof - Episode 2: Shootouts & Shenanigans 24:06

2M ago24:06

24:06

Join the guys for one of the more literal takes on the term "shootout." YouTube: https://youtu.be/IA52VdID36o?si=fLgaQzQO17g0klVf Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Ep 799 Science Fiction University: 1940 Vs 1951 1:18:40

2M ago1:18:40

1:18:40

We look at a 1940's short story and the 1951 movie that was kinda sorta based on that story. And yes, "The Day The Earth Stood Still" has definitely stood the test of time. More at https://www.sciencefictionuniversity.com/ Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessionalLeft Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodc…

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Episode 40: Tim Peel 42:57

2M ago42:57

42:57

Legendary NHL referee Tim Peel joins Drop the Mitts to talk some PLAYOFF HOCKEY. Is this the end of Steven Stamkos in Tampa Bay? Florida advances and are an absolute wagon and Tim dives into not only the phenomenal play of Matthew Tkachuk but his leadership as well. Tim and Chris dive into the Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs series which coul…

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Ep 798: Arizona Indicts and Trump Farts 56:03

2M ago56:03

56:03

Lots of news this week, and we're also on The Bill Show https://open.spotify.com/episode/7cSaH6ZB7G0edd2ROw6Xli?si=WCI1PGLATeeQGGSIldtZWA And we'll be recording with Tru Blu Politics on 4/26. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-trublu-politics-127820101/ Link for this episode: Digby brings us the Quote of the Day from Sonia Sotomayor: https://digbys…

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Ep 797: No Fair Remembering Sarah Palin 58:42

2M ago58:42

58:42

"Sarah Palin walked so Donald Trump could run." -- Driftglass Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodcast Patreon | https://patreon.com/proleftpod Our YouTube Channel Opening and Closing Music: Jumpin Boogie Woogie by Audionautix | http://audionautix.com/| Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Strea…

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Ep 796: The Great Republican Sell-Out 1:16:18

3M ago1:16:18

1:16:18

Trump has a longstanding history of grifting down-ballot Republicans. Instead of supporting his so-called party, Trump is forever leveraging his status for personal profit. But the intrigue doesn't end there. We also unpack the un-surprising transformations of "Never Trump" Republicans like Chris Sununu and Bill Barr, who have suddenly found Trump …

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Episode 39: Jordan Schmaltz "JSwish" 1:04:23

3M ago1:04:23

1:04:23

The People's Insider Jordan Schmaltz aka "JSwish" joins the Drop the Mitts. Ahead of the Arizona Coyotes season finale and final game in Arizona JSwish talks about the passionate fan base of the Yotes and how important hockey is in Arizona. He and fellow Hockey Night in Scottsdale host Robby Gucci aka HeatDaddy lead the white out in the #MulletMega…

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Ep 795 There Is No More 'Debating' Trump 42:16

3M ago42:16

42:16

'No Fair Remembering Stuff' Remembers the 2016 and 2020 General Election "debates" and says No More. And Driftglass's 19 year old blog post gets a reprise as a Harvard professor comes to the same conclusions. More at proleftpod.com. Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodcast Patreon | https://patreon.com/proleftpod Our YouTube Chan…

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The Hard Proof - Episode 1: Whiskey, Wings, & Taters 26:46

3M ago26:46

26:46

As if whiskey and taters weren't enough, the guys bring back some old segments to spice things up. Wings? BMX bikes and lube? Oh great... here we go again... YouTube: https://youtu.be/cW10iyDD1Uo?si=10fquTLMSkECJ7SK Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/…

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The Hard Proof - Pilot Episode 30:04

3M ago30:04

30:04

The day has finally arrived. Welcome to Episode 1 of The Hard Proof! Join JP, JD, The Lawman, and Benny The Kid as they blind some pours, talk whiskey favorites, and maybe even point a few fingers along the way... Youtube: https://youtu.be/k3skcuiijOA?si=6ejduRLFNw7K0WCt Website: https://thehardproof.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri…

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Ep 794 MSNBC Wins and Loses 1:08:16

3M ago1:08:16

1:08:16

Big props to Lawrence O'Donnell for going full "No Fair Remembering Stuff" on his Wednesday A-Block. But then again his network cohorts interviewed Michael Avenatti and John Bolton this week, which just EXHAUSTS us. The O'Donnell Monologue. More at proleftpod.com. Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessionalLeft Support the sh…

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Episode 38: Bobby Robins 1:22:07

3M ago1:22:07

1:22:07

BOBBY ROBINS JOINS DROP THE MITTS. Chris and Bobby have an hour and a half of unfiltered talk about puck and life. Bobby talks about the recent release of his SAVAGE MEMOIR Sex, Drugs, Pucks and Souls Secret Life Of A Hockey Fighter. Bobby has an absolute insane life journey and has been to HELL AND BACK. A guy who worked his way from the bottom al…

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Ep 793: Trump's Abortion Fail 42:23

3M ago42:23

42:23

It's like Trump became JEB! Bush this week: a pleading Republican politician instead of the manifestation of the Republican Base's ID. We discuss. More at proleftpod.com. Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessionalLeft Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodcast Patreon | https://patreon.com/proleftpod Support…

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Ep 792: What's Rove Got To Do With It? 55:08

3M ago55:08

55:08

MSNBC interviews (and we are not making this up) Karl Rove and Reince Priebus. We have thoughts. More at proleftpod.com. Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessionalLeft Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodcast Patreon | https://patreon.com/proleftpod Support the Show.…

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Episode 37: Drew Commesso 43:27

3M ago43:27

43:27

Former BU Terrier, and current Chicago Blackhawks and Rockford Ice Hogs Goaltender Drew Commesso joins Drop the Mitts! Drew talks about his adjustment from playing at Boston University to now being the starting goalie for the Rockford Ice Hogs the AHL affiliate of the Chicago Blackhawks. Drew talks about getting to train in the off-season with guys…

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Ep 791 Science Fiction University: 3 Body Problem 57:02

3M ago57:02

57:02

We talk about the new Apple TV series "3 Body Problem," which we highly recommend. We also relate it to lots of other science fiction works. Looking for political content? We were on The Brad Cast on Monday https://bradblog.com/?p=14989 More at sciencefictionuniversity.com. Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessionalLeft Supp…

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Ep 790 The NBC News Meltdown and Trump's Bible 59:26

3M ago59:26

59:26

What a week! We begin by connecting what we've been saying for fourteen years on The Professional Left Podcast to the latest disaster meltdown at NBC, which purportedly is about the McDaniel hiring/firing but is really about who gets to be a Republican and what that means for Both Siderism coverage at the networks. We also express disgust over the …

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Episode 36: Colby Cohen 47:17

3M ago47:17

47:17

WE'VE GOT PLAYOFF COLLEGE HOCKEY TODAY! Host of Mornin Cuppa Hockey and former professional hockey player Colby Cohen joins Drop the Mitts to talk some College Hockey. Colby talks about his time at Boston University and his legendary goal to win the National Championship over Miami of Ohio. We get a Hobey Baker breakdown on who Colby thinks will be…

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Ep 789: One Weird Reason NBC's New Hire Went Wrong 58:19

3M ago58:19

58:19

Why did NBC hire Ronna Romney McDaniel? And the obvious reason it was the wrong choice? Isn't the real reason. And deep down Chuck Todd knows it. Links for this episode. Chuck Todd scolds his bosses over the McDaniel hire: https://crooksandliars.com/2024/03/chuck-todd-slams-nbc-hiring-ronna-mcdaniel Chuck Todd's revelation (with Lewis Black and W. …

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Ep 788: Impeachment Is Over (If You Want It) 1:11:21

4M ago1:11:21

1:11:21

The so-called impeachment inquiry of Joe Biden is o.v.e.r. Join us on The Professional Left Podcast as we dive deep into the face plant that is the House impeachment inquiry. 😮🏛️ We unravel the intriguing testimony of Lev Parnas and clever questioning of Jared Moscowitz, examining the Associated Press's failed reporting on the day as well. But wait…

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