Best Brandon Sparks Podcasts (2024)

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THROWBACK: 226 - Everybody Wants Some!! (2016) 1:48:25

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"We came for a good time, not for a long time." For Episode 226, Thomas and Brandon discuss the movie that made them want to do a Summer Movie series, Everybody Wants Some!! Listen as they discuss the film's fantastic performances and why it's one of Richard Linklater's most underrated films. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusiv…

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322 - Don't Torture a Duckling (1972) 1:21:20

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"Which would you prefer, a kiss or money?" For Episode 322, David and Brandon continue their Giallo series with Lucio Fulci's DON'T TORTURE A DUCKLING. Listen as they discuss the film's unique location, Fulci's relationship with the cast, and how Disney is connected to the film. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Ope…

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321 - The Fifth Cord (1971) 1:22:39

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"Perhaps the deed itself will be an anti-climax, but I think not." For Episode 321, David and Brandon continue their series on the Giallo genre. Listen as they discuss Franco Nero's performance, the film's unique backstory, and Vittorio Storaro's work on the film. We hope you enjoy this discussion on the underrated Giallo film. Also, don't forget t…

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Crafting A Strong Opening Chapter 16:22

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No chapter is perhaps more critical to your writing success than the opening chapter. In this episode, we dive into the art of crafting a compelling opening chapter for your novel. From the importance of hooking your reader to setting the tone, Brandon shares valuable insights and practical tips to make your first chapter unforgettable. We’ll explo…

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S4E13 Recruiting the Next Generation of Hanford Workers - 07/08/2024 - John Eschenberg, President/CEO, Central Plateau Cleanup Company 43:41

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Our guest on this week’s episode is John Eschenberg, President and Chief Executive Officer of Central Plateau Cleanup Company in Hanford Washington. An Amentum-led partnership with Fluor and Atkins, CPCCO is responsible for managing site operations, facility deactivation, decommissioning, decontamination and demolition, waste-site remediation, and …

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320 - Blood and Black Lace (1964) 1:28:15

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"Murder Is The Latest Fashion!" For Episode 320, David and Brandon kick off their Giallo in July series with BLOOD AND BLACK LACE. Listen as they talk about Mario Bava's direction, the Giallo style, and why the film was a prototype for what would become a famous genre in Italy. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Open…

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319 - Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007) 1:54:44

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"Hoist the colors." For Episode 319, Brandon and Thomas conclude their look at the original PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN by diving into the franchise's third chapter. Listen as they discuss the film's script problems, the production design behind some of the film's memorable sets, and how the creative team was able to put together the unforgettable Mae…

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The Hip-Hop Sports Report Podcast 6.23.24

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Mark Hicks is back for our annual NBA #MarkDraft, where he and host J Hicks detail what each lottery team should do with their pick. We go deep on this often maligned draft class including—who should go #1 to Atlanta and is it time to move on from Trae Young? (5:48) Which UConn Huskie should […]By @HHSReport

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318 - Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006) 1:54:59

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"How much do you know about Davy Jones?" For Episode 318, Thomas and Brandon continue their journey through the original PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN trilogy. Listen as they discuss how the series was retroactively made into one big story, how the two sequels were almost canceled by Disney, and how the cast and crew struggled through the Caribbean weat…

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S4E12 The 2024 DOE Interns Have Arrived! --06/24/2024-- Maurice Thompson, Susan Sparks, Shannon Potter and Samina Mondal 1:05:54

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This is the time of year when hundreds of interns descend on DOE sites around the country. They are eager and enthusiastic, ready to soak up new information gleaned from being out of the classroom and on the job. They are a critical part of the essential pipeline that will ensure the Department of Energy's Environmental Management program will have…

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317 - Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) 1:51:10

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"Bring me that horizon." For Episode 317, Brandon and Thomas kick off the summer with something special. Listen as they discuss the trilogy structure and cover the original PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN trilogy. In the first part of their series, they cover PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: THE CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL. Listen as they talk about the numerous ac…

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The Hip-Hop Sports Report Podcast 6.5.24

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With the NBA Finals beginning tonight, J Hicks pops on the podcast to give his five things to watch (aka “thingys”) from the Mavericks and Celtics showdown. Luka Dončić has to be one of them…right? Also, is it truly Jayson Tatum’s time? Would you rather have the experience edge or be battle tested? And of […]…

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S4E11 Environmental Management Consolidated Business Center Celebrates 20 Years - 06/03/2024 - Melody Bell, Deputy Director, Aaron Deckard, Procurement Director 47:46

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DOE’s Environmental Management Consolidated Business Center (EMCBC) is celebrating its 20th anniversary this month. Called the “Swiss army knife of Environmental Management”, the EMCBC is a multi-faceted organization, serving as the centralized hub for procurement, financial management, and technical support for DOE’s environmental management progr…

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316 - Zodiac (2007) 2:03:48

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"Just because you can't prove it doesn't mean it isn't true." For Episode 316, Brandon, Thomas, and David conclude their True Crime series with ZODIAC. Listen as they talk about which actress was responsible several casting choices, David Fincher's connection to the Zodiac killings, and the tensions on set between Fincher and one of his leading men…

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🎧 Life and Football Podcast Episode on the new EA Sports Game and Coach Prime Coaching Future 28:38

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🎧 Life and Football Podcast Episode on the new EA Sports Game, Coach Prime Coaching Future, and Congratulations to all the Graduates #podcast #collegefootball #football

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S4E10 Depleted UF6: A By-Product for Industry - 05/20/24 - Zak LaFontaine, DOE Program Director, Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride Conversion Program 26:21

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The Department of Energy’s environmental cleanup program is more than tearing down aging, contaminated buildings. In this week’s episode of the Gone Fission Nuclear Report, we’ll take a look at another dimension of cleanup--the conversion of depleted uranium hexafluoride—or UF6--at Paducah, Kentucky, and Portsmouth, Ohio. A by-product of the conver…

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315 - Memories of Murder (2003) 1:43:12

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"What kind of detective sleeps well?" For Episode 315, David and Brandon discuss Bong Joon-ho's masterful mystery, MEMORIES OF MURDER. Listen as they discuss the original crime it is based on, the film's perfectly staged long takes, and how it's still a haunting mystery. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening Ban…

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🎧 Special episode of the Life and Football Podcast on Colorado Football Uniforms & HBCU NFL Draft 32:09

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Special Podcast episode of the Life and Football Podcast on Colorado Football Uniforms, HBCU NFL Draft, Tornado in Tallahassee, Florida With Mike and Colin #podcast #deionsanders #football #transferportal #hbcufootball

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314 - American Animals (2018) 1:48:08

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"Everyone in here thinks that they're gonna win the lottery, but no one buys a ticket." For Episode 314, Thomas and Brandon discuss a favorite of theirs for this month's True Crime series. Listen as they talk about the real story behind AMERICAN ANIMALS, how it was developed, and how the film was a part of the downfall of MoviePass. Also, don't for…

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S4E9 K-25 Reunion: Recalling Nuclear History - 05-06-24 - Dr. Harold Conner Jr. and Pam Toon 56:43

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On April 27, 2024, more than 650 former workers at the historic K-25 gaseous diffusion plant in Oak Ridge, TN, came together for their first-ever reunion. As Daniel Dassow wrote in the Knoxville News-Sentinel, it was the first time many had driven their private cars into the complex, the first time they weren’t required to show a badge and perhaps …

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2024 Colorado Buffaloes Football Schedule Break Down Game by Game, Coach Prime will Win Big! 37:11

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2024 Colorado Buffaloes Football Schedule Break Down Game by Game, Coach Prime will Win Big! This will be a special year for the Colorado Buffaloes Football 2024 Team. This season the Buffs will play nine of 15 conference opponents, which can be essentially broken into four categories; three games against former Big Eight foes (Kansas, Kansas State…

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313 - Dog Day Afternoon (1975) 1:43:28

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"ATTICA! ATTICA! REMEMBER ATTICA?" For Episode 313, Brandon and Thomas jump into their True Crime series with DOG DAY AFTERNOON. Listen to find out why Pacino kept dropping out of the movie, how Lumet prepared the actors during their rehearsal process, and how the movie portrayed the true story in the most realistic way possible. Also, don't forget…

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312 - The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) 2:08:26

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"Anybody interested in grabbing a couple of burgers and hittin' the cemetery?" For Episode 312, Thomas and Brandon finish off their Gene Hackman series with one of his most famous films, THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS. Listen as they discuss Hackman's relationship with Wes Anderson, how the film used practical locations for the film, and how the film elevate…

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🎧 Life and Football Podcast episode Spring Football, Reggie Bush, and the NFL DRAFT with Mike and C 24:08

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🎧 Life and Football Podcast episode Spring Football, Reggie Bush, and the NFL DRAFT with Mike and Colin

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311 - The Birdcage (1996) 1:54:06

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"You do an eclectic celebration of the dance!" For Episode 311, Thomas and Brandon continue their series on Gene Hackman with THE BIRDCAGE. Listen as they discuss all of the previous versions of the story, who was originally going to play the lead roles, and why it was a different role for Hackman that changed the last few years of his acting caree…

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S4E8 Meet DOE's Top Project Director - 4/22/24 - Jud Lilly, DOE Portsmouth/Paducah Project Office 55:14

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Thousands of workers show up each day to advance the environmental cleanup mission at DOE sites around the country. They are talented and dedicated but for the most part their work goes unheralded without awards or accolades. In this week’s Gone Fission Nuclear Report host Michael Butler talks with a DOE official who has been singled out by the Sec…

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The Hip-Hop Sports Report Podcast 4.18.24

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A surprise at the top? Multiple trades?? #MarkDraft SZN is here! The Preseason Podcast of the Year’s favorite son Mark Hicks returns to tell us what each team picking in the top 10 of this week’s NFL Draft SHOULD do. Who should the Bears take at #1? (5:45) Is Caleb Williams really a “can’t miss” […]By @HHSReport

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What is Cormani McClain next home? From Coach Prime and Colorado to ? 27:54

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Cormani McClain is projected to be one of the top players in the spring transfer portal window. McClain signed with Colorado as a five-star prospect out of Lakeland, Florida. He was ranked as the No. 13 overall prospect and No. 1 cornerback in the class of 2023. As a true freshman for the Buffaloes, he played in nine games, totaling 13 tackles and …

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310 - Unforgiven (1992) 1:43:56

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"I'll see you in hell, William Munny." For Episode 310, David and Brandon continue CineNation's Gene Hackman month with UNFORGIVEN. Listen as they discuss Hackman's apprehension in taking the project, how he worked with Eastwood, and why it is easily one of Hackman's best performances. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive conte…

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Just Write! 27:41

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For many of us, the most difficult part of the writing process is getting started. Embarking on the writing process can feel like standing at the edge of a vast ocean, unsure of where to dive in. The simple act of writing that first word, sentence, paragraph, or page serves as a deterrent for following your writing dream. If you’re listening to thi…

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The Hip-Hop Sports Report Podcast 4.12.24

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The Preseason Podcast of the Year returns with a rap only edition and special guest Jon Rivera. We look closely at the Kendrick Lamar/Drake & J Cole beef from all angles. How good was Kendrick’s diss really (7:00)? How bad was J Cole’s diss really (22:00)? Is K Dot’s reputation from the “Control” verse still […]…

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309 - Hoosiers (1986) 1:44:22

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"I don't care what the scoreboard says at the end of the game, in my book we're gonna be winners!" For Episode 309, Brandon and David continue CineNation's series on the films of Gene Hackman. Listen as they discuss HOOSIERS, a film that was seen by some as a comeback for Hackman. Find out more about who the original choice for the lead character w…

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S4E7 National Laboratories Speed Hanford Cleanup - 04/08/24 - Connie Herman, SRNL, Delmar Noyes, DOE-Hanford 30:46

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The Department of Energy’s 17 national laboratories conduct research and development on some of the world’s most vexing challenges—from climate change to the origins of the universe. Most recently, six labs have turned their attention to speeding cleanup of underground tank waste at DOE’s Hanford site in Washington State. The labs are using $27 mil…

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The Writer's Launchpad Trailer 1:50

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If you’ve dreamed of writing a novel or becoming a published author in any form, “The Writer's Launchpad” podcast is for you. This podcast will ignite your creative spark, fuel your passion for writing, and propel you toward achieving your literary goals. Get ready to launch your writing journey. Check it out and subscribe! Official Podcast Website…

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308 - The French Connection (1971) 1:47:03

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"Have you ever been in Poughkeepsie?" For Episode 308, Brandon and Thomas are trying something new this month by focusing solely on one actor, and its Gene Hackman. To kick off the series, they're talking about THE FRENCH CONNECTION. Listen as they discuss Hackman's early beginnings before the film, Hackman's casting in the film, and how Friedkin p…

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307 - The Prestige (2006) 1:59:01

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"Are you watching closely?" For Episode 307, Brandon and Thomas close out Rivalry Month with one of Christopher Nolan's best, THE PRESTIGE. Listen as they talk about the struggles of adapting the novel, how they recreated Victorian London, and how critics disliked the film when it was released. Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclus…

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S4E6 Cleanup and the Nuclear Renaissance - 03/25/24 - Ashley Saunders, UCOR, Dr. Wes Hines, Head, UT Nuclear Energy Department, Jim Little, Board Member, E-4 Carolinas 1:01:50

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The Department of Energy’s environmental cleanup program is boosting a resurgence in the growth of nuclear energy. Cleaning up formerly contaminated land has created a new home for advanced reactor concepts that have become the centerpiece of the nuclear renaissance. In this week’s episode, the Gone Fission Nuclear Report examines how environmental…

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306 - Toy Story (1995) 1:50:01

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"To infinity and beyond!" For Episode 306, David and Brandon discuss Pixar's debut animated feature, TOY STORY. Listen as they go through the endless names considered for the film, how many versions of the script they went through, and what real-life rivalry started because of the movie's success. And don't forget to rate and review us! Opening Ban…

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305 - Bring It On (2000) 1:38:48

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"When we beat you, we'll know it's because we're better." For Episode 305, Brandon and Thomas discuss the most famous cheerleading movie. Listen as they talk about the struggles of BRING IT ON's development, the casting of the film against a rival cheerleading movie, and how the movie was a surprise hit in the summer of 2000. Opening Banter (00:00:…

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S4E5 Celebrating WIPP's 25th Anniversary - 03/11/24 -- Mark Bollinger, Tammy Hobbes, Brandon Jones 42:39

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This month, the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant in New Mexico celebrates its 25th Anniversary. Located in Southeast New Mexico about 26 miles east of Carlsbad, WIPP was constructed for disposal of defense-generated transuranic--or TRU-- waste. WIPP is the nation’s only repository for the permanent disposal of TRU waste. In this week’s episode, Host Mic…

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304 - Amadeus (1984) 1:48:27

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"It seemed to me that I was hearing the voice of God." For Episode 304, Thomas and Brandon kick off Rivalry Month with possibly the best rivalry film of all time, AMADEUS. Listen as they discuss the early frontrunners for the main roles, which cast member was hired a day before filming, and why they think AMADEUS is one of the more underrated films…

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303 - The Godfather Part II (1974) 1:52:38

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"Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer." For Episode 303, Brandon and Thomas close out Mob Month with one of the greatest movies of all time. Listen as the duo discuss the making of THE GODFATHER PART II. Find out why Paramount was worried about the title, what Robert De Niro did to prep for the role, and why Al Pacino said it was one of…

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S4E4 Black History Month: Scarboro 85 - Desegregating Oak Ridge Schools - 02/26/24 - Ray Smith, Oak Ridge Historian 42:51

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As we near the end of Black History Month, in this week’s podcast host Michael Butler features the story of the Scarboro 85. In August 1955, 85 young African American students entered all-white classrooms in the Oak Ridge High School and the Robertsville Junior High School in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This desegregation stands as an important milestone…

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302 - Touchez Pas au Grisbi (1954) 1:21:07

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"Hands off the loot!" For Episode 302, David and Brandon travel down the beaten path to discuss the French New Wave crime film TOUCHEZ PAS AU GRISBI. Listen as they discuss the lives of the cast and crew before the film, which famous American director thought about remaking the movie, and how the film flips the tropes of the American gangster movie…

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301 - A History of Violence (2005) 1:32:10

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"I should've killed you back in Philly." For Episode 301, Thomas and Brandon return to David Cronenberg's filmography to discuss A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE. Listen as they talk about the film's casting of Viggo Mortenson, the big changes they made from the original graphic novel, and how a Canadian filmmaker like Cronenberg captured the violence within …

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S4E3 The Birth of the Nuclear Cleanup Caucus - 02/12/24 - Former Congressmen Doc Hastings (WA) and Zach Wamp (TN) 45:53

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Consistent, reliable Congressional funding is an essential element of success in the Department of Energy’s environmental cleanup program. In this week’s episode of the Gone Fission Nuclear Report podcast, host Michael Butler interviews two former members of Congress who were instrumental in creation of the Nuclear Cleanup Caucus in the mid-1990s. …

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300 - Goodfellas (1990) 2:06:58

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"As far back as I can remember, I always wanted to be a gangster." For Episode 300, Brandon, Thomas, and David get together to celebrate the show's 300th episode and to celebrate Martin Scorsese's GOODFELLAS. Listen as the trio discusses what major stars were rumored for the movie, why Scorsese had cold feet about making it, and how the film helped…

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The Hip-Hop Sports Report Podcast 2.5.24: Super Bowl LVIII Preview

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What started on September 7 concludes on Sunday and HHSR is here to wax poetic on Super Bowl LVIII. At the top, J Hicks shares a few quick thoughts on the Grammy Awards before getting fully into football. Are either the Chiefs or 49ers (-2.5) that good (14:15)? Why aren’t the Chiefs favored (19:40)? Is […]…

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299 - Scarface (1983) 1:52:35

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"The world is yours." For Episode 299, David and Brandon return from CineNation's hiatus to kick off their series on Mobsters and Mafia. Listen as they discuss Brian De Palma's remake of SCARFACE, starring Al Pacino. They talk about the film's origins, the conflict between De Palma and the film's screenwriter Oliver Stone, and how it was received d…

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S4E2 DOE Procurement Process -- How EM Contracts Work -- 01/29/24 -- Angela Watmore, DOE Deputy Assistant Secretary, Aaron Deckard, Proocurement Director, EM Consolidated Business Center as I by 51:13

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The Department of Energy’s environmental cleanup program is now focused on 15 remaining sites around the country, down from 107 at the start of the program three decades ago. It is a multi-million dollar, multi-decade effort that depends on qualified contractors to get the job done. DOE is the largest civilian contracting agency in the federal gove…

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