Best Cruz Control Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Charlotte Flair's Coming Back and Where Does She Rank All-Time? 1:16:23

17h ago1:16:23

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The crew breaks down SmackDown from 1.17.25, as well as discussing the imminent return of Charlotte Flair, where does she rank all-time and MORE!FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL!http://www.twitter.com/randyjcruzhttp://www.twitter.com/wrestleranthttp://www.twitter.com/cowabunga_k_e_nhttp://www.instagram.com/2outof3fallspodhttp://www.tiktok.com/@2outof3fallspodSU…

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Ep. 183 Playoff Paralysis 1:07:40

2h ago1:07:40

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The B Team is back with Mikki of MikkiMania on the show. We talk NFL and college football playoffs, as well as Mikki's opinion on Mike McCarthy leaving the Cowboys coaching position. We get into spooky talk as we discuss ghost hunting, and move onto the Daredevil: Born Again trailer.By Pops & Shots Podcast

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#937 - "Humbled, Preparing for Inauguration, LA Fires, and Handling Misinformation." 1:12:04

31m ago1:12:04

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Jesse and Brittany discuss a moment that humbled Brittany recently, a listener exit survey with accusations of changing our approach for clicks, the report from Jack Smith making clear how Donald Trump could have been convicted if he hadn't won the election, the confirmation hearings begin with questioning for Pete Hegseth and Pam Bondi, the traged…

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Considering Running for Local Office? What to know with Tara Maldonado 1:40:01

1d ago1:40:01

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This week, filing starts to put your name on the ballot in a local Texas election. We sit down with Tara Maldonado, a progressive candidate who ran three times for city council in Fort Worth. Ann and Tara share stories and perspectives that give average listeners a genuine look inside what it takes. SHORT STORY #1: Censoring Art: Modern Exhibit Rec…

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From Classroom to Control Room: Gary Bender's Journey in Sports Broadcasting 26:30

5d ago26:30

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Send us a text How does one transition from a budding business student to a pivotal player in the world of broadcast journalism? Gary Bender shares his compelling journey, revealing how a struggle with mathematics redirected his path towards a thriving career behind the scenes in sports reporting. Gain insights into the evolution of his role from a…

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Ep. 182 Ghost of Pick ems Past 1:45:25

9d ago1:45:25

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It's the end of the NFL regular season, and we give our usual rundown as well as some upcoming changes on some teams for next season. We finish our Pick 'ems season and find out who the loser is for the year. We give a rare college football update, as well as NBA news for the week.By Pops & Shots Podcast

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#936 - "Snow Day!, Insurrection Anniversary, Health Insurance, and Robert Brooks." 1:04:17

7d ago1:04:17

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Jesse and Brittany discuss the big snow day in DC, listener emails related to Uber policies and exit surveys on Patreon, the four-year anniversary of the insurrection and Republican efforts to rewrite history, NPR's Tom Bowman and Lauren Hodges on their on-the-ground reporting during the insurrection, the problem with health insurance in the United…

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Fort Worth passes Austin as 4th Largest City, Granger's Health Exposed, and O'Hare Speaks to the Media 1:33:43

8d ago1:33:43

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Ann and EJ come back from the holidays, bursting into the new year with many new takes and concerns! Recent census data show Fort Worth is now the 4th largest city in Texas, surpassing Austin. The duo proceeds the show discussing ageism in politics after reports of Kay Granger's health get exposed by right-wing media. The big story is that Tim O'Ha…

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Ep. 181 Fate of the Nation 1:07:29

13d ago1:07:29

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This week, we cover the fate of the Nation of Domination to see if Manny is a three time defending champion, or has Tom dethroned him to end his own championship drought? We also give our NFL rundown, as well as our NBA update including the scuffle between the Heat and Rockets.By Pops & Shots Podcast

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Exploring Authentic Travel Journalism with Robin Catalano: From Archaeology to Award-Winning Narratives 26:18

19d ago26:18

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Send us a text Discover the captivating world of travel journalism with our esteemed guest, Robin Catalano, whose impressive portfolio includes features in The New York Times and National Geographic. Journey with us as Robin recounts her serendipitous path into journalism, from a childhood love for writing, sparked by her high school English teache…

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#935 - "Uber Cameras, Blake Lively Filing, Dem Senator Betrayal, & Elon Musk's Control of GOP." 1:11:21

21d ago1:11:21

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Jesse and Brittany discuss Uber rides, listener emails regarding misogyny's role in the election and criticism of The Young Turks, Blake Lively's legal filing after an alleged smear campaign, Senators John Fetterman and Joe Manchin's clear disinterest in being the opposition party, Rep. Gerry Connolly's defeat of AOC on Oversight and what it says a…

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Ep. 180 Silver Bells and Golden (Fantasy) Belts 1:18:11

26d ago1:18:11

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This week, we talk our usual NFL rundown, featuring some unfortunate injuries, as well as some playoff worthy performances. We also answer if the NoD Championship will have a Pops and Shots representative or not. The unusual Quadruple 0 from Draymond Green in the NBA and finish with a Christmas classic Top 5.…

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Predatory Churches, Flying Taxis, and Endless Sprawl: Who Controls the Connectedness of Fort Worth? 1:23:54

22d ago1:23:54

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Ann and EJ finish out the year talking about an important topic that brings together all the recent local news into one big question -- Who controls the connectedness of Fort Worth? The show includes updates on Mercy Culture and recent updates on crucial development projects. Oh! How could we forget transit news from Ann! SHORT STORY #1: How Did Me…

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Ep. 179 Lord of the Cup 1:26:12

1M ago1:26:12

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This week we're joined by Drew Mitchell, and after our NFL rundown, we talk NBA Cup and the new All-Star format for this coming year. We also discuss the changing ratings, and what the league is doing to counter the drop.By Pops & Shots Podcast

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#934 - "Postal Patience, Daniel Penny Acquittal, Trump Groceries, and A$$hole of Today feat. Rep. Bob Good!" 1:00:42

1M ago1:00:42

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Jesse and Brittany discuss their favorite postal worker, listener emails and voicemails related to post-election coping, Nancy Mace, and a nice exit survey on Patreon, Daniel Penny's acquittal and subsequent celebrating him as a hero, Donald Trump's Time recognition as well as his backtracking on grocery prices and the media's continued failures, a…

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Ep. 178 Devil Magic 1:05:41

1M ago1:05:41

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It's the end of the Fantasy football regular season, and the Nation of Domination did not disappoint. After we give our NFL rundown, we cover all of the fantasy movement and upsets, followed by a quick update on the NBA standing as they are now.By Pops & Shots Podcast

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Empowering Voices: Arianna Cruz on Building MORE Magazine 18:30

1M ago18:30

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Send us a text Ever wonder how a publication can not only inform but inspire and activate its readers? Arianna Cruz, the visionary founder of MORE Magazine, joins us to unravel that very magic. Arianna's journey from an idea sparked in a shelter in Indianapolis to building a dynamic media company is nothing short of inspiring. With her background i…

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🚨 BONUS POD: Mayor Parker Champions Mercy Culture Preying on Sex Trafficked Victims 51:53

1M ago51:53

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We've created a unique bonus pod to help you cope with yesterday's shenanigans. So many people inspired us yesterday, and we hope you hear allyship and frustration from your favorite Fort Worth podcast. For context, the city council approved Jay Chapa as city manager and granted Mercy Culture their exploitation center. Join the 817 Gather…

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Behind Closed Doors: Chris Nettles Speaks Out on Fort Worth’s City Manager Search 1:30:16

1M ago1:30:16

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Did you miss us?!? We are back with a full episode, including a conversation with councilmember Chris Nettles, who shares his authentic concerns about how the Mayor and council have hired the city's next CEO. December 10th is going to be a historic council meeting. The council will vote on whether Jay Chapa will be our next city manager and whether…

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The Speaker is Dead, Long Live the Speaker. 18:17

1M ago18:17

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Timestamp Summary 0:00 Introduction and Personal Update 0:29 Speaker Phelan's Possible Exit 1:06 Background on Previous Speakers 2:14 Republican Caucus Vote Dynamics 3:30 Role of Democrats in Speaker Selection 4:43 Potential Speaker Candidates 7:19 Considerations for Picking a Speaker 10:02 Challenges Past Speakers Faced 11:57 Governor Abbott's Inf…

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#933 - "Helmets & Bandaids, Cops Behaving Badly, Trump's Cabinet Mess, and SCOTUS." 1:14:54

1M ago1:14:54

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Jesse and Brittany discuss Jesse's recent work trip to Canada to speak at the Future Voters Summit, where he had a conflict with a man at the airport who screamed misogynistic insults about Katie Porter, South Korea's inspiring mobilization against its President, a CBS investigation that found police across the US are illegally selling firearms, a …

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The Rock NOT at WrestleMania 41? New Day Breakup & MORE! 59:44

1M ago59:44

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Randy Cruz and Graham Matthews from Bleacher Report and FanSided DDT discuss whether The Rock will be at WrestleMania 41 and if he is, does he get Cody Rhodes or Roman Reigns? Also, we continue to break down the New Day breakup & MORE!Subscribe on Youtube! youtube.com/cruzcontrolpodcastBy Randy Cruz

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Ep. 177 Rivalry Week 1:15:14

2M ago1:15:14

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It's rivalry week, and we're here to talk about it! But first, we do our NFL rundown, followed by our Nation of Domination playoff picture update. We also give an update on the NBA, and how the Rockets and Spurs are fairing so far this season. Finally, we are talking fights better than the Tyson v Paul fight, because it was rivalry week in college …

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Kofi & Woods Turn on Big E, CM Punk's Favor? WWE Raw Recap (12.2.24) 1:18:38

1M ago1:18:38

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Kofi & Woods Turn on Big E, CM Punk's Favor? WWE Raw Recap (12.2.24) by Randy CruzBy Randy Cruz

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Ep. 176 Karma/Space City or Area 51? 1:46:06

2M ago1:46:06

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This week, we cover our usual NFL rundown, as well as Gabriel responding to last weeks episode. We have our Nation update, as well as weekly pick 'ems, then move on to NBA coverage as the Rockets and Spurs are moving up in the rankings. We finish the week with our top 5 Thanksgiving sides and desserts. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!…

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Sustainable Adventures with Travel Writer Elissa Garay 34:11

2M ago34:11

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Send us a text Join us for an engaging conversation with Elissa Garay, a distinguished travel and lifestyle writer whose career has spanned over twenty years. From her earliest days of storytelling to her transformative college experiences in Europe, Elissa opens up about her journey that combines her passion for writing and her love for travel. Sh…

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#932 - "Moving Forward, RFK at HHS, Mace Attacks McBride, and Morning Joe's Failure." 1:17:22

2M ago1:17:22

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Jesse and Brittany discuss the evolving response to the election results both personally and from the audience, listener emails and voicemails related to the election results, Donald Trump's cabinet selections, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Secretary of Health and Human Services, the attacks on newly elected Rep. Sarah McBride from Republican…

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CM PUNK IS THE 5TH MAN! Paul Heyman RETURNS! Women's U.S. Title Tournament 1:10:42

2M ago1:10:42

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The crew breaks down WWE SmackDown from November 22, 2024 that includes CM Punk, Paul Heyman, Cody Rhodes, Kevin Owens, Bloodline 2.0, the OG Bloodline, the Women's U.S. Title Tournament and MORE!ON TWITTER:www.twitter.com/randyjcruz (@randyjcruz)www.twitter.com/cowabunga_K_E_N (@cowabunga_k_e_n_)FOLLOW ON TIK TOK:www.tiktok.com/@2outof3fallspodFOL…

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Ep. 175 Accountability 1:46:10

2M ago1:46:10

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This week, we're joined by a very familiar voice making a comeback to talk Texans vs Cowboys. We do a speed run of NFL coverage and move to some NBA news involving the possible All-Star format changing, as well as the show Inside the NBA being moved to ESPN/ABC. We also buffer for a bit, as we cover the Paul vs Tyson fight over the weekend.…

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Conservative Media Loves Tarrant and Why Texas Isn’t Turning Blue 59:32

2M ago59:32

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Ann and EJ record the last episode of the month as we enter into Thanksgiving break. Before the recording, they had an in-person experience with listeners and friends called 817 Gather. In this episode, they talk about Elon Musk, Dr. Phil, and Mercy Culture. SHORT STORY #1: Commute Times Increase in FW: The Solution? NOT ROADS - Theft ring suspects…

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Ep. 174 Get Your Sh*t Together 2:01:21

2M ago2:01:21

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This week, we have our usual NFL coverage, including Cee Dee Lamb and the need for curtains at AT&T Stadium. The Nation of Domination sees a second upset in 3 weeks, as the Goon of the Year race gets closer. We have some big NBA scoring performances from Giannis, KAT and Wemby. We finally have an update on Spurs coach Gregg Popovich's health, as we…

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From Midwest Roots to Global Adventures: Rachel Rudwall's Journey in Travel Storytelling 42:34

2M ago42:34

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Send us a text Rachel Rudwall, a prolific travel producer and writer, takes us on a journey from her Midwest roots to the bustling world of media production in Los Angeles. Her story begins with a deep fascination for international studies and foreign languages, which led her to explore media as a powerful tool for connecting people and demystifyin…

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New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers POST GAME SHOW | NBA CUP 2024 1:02:36

2M ago1:02:36

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Randy Cruz and Denny Blanco breakdown opening night of the NBA CUP Series, with the New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers AND MORE!Follow us on SOCIAL!http://www.twitter.com/randyjcruzhttp://www.twitter.com//sirdennyblancohttp://www.instagram.com/itsinthegamepodhttp://www.tiktok.com/@itsinthegamepodSUBSCRIBE: http://www.youtube.com/cruzcontrolpodca…

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#931 - "A Post-Election Reflection." 1:00:36

2M ago1:00:36

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Jesse and Brittany discuss the election results, with plenty of voicemails and emails from our community of listeners. We left Twitter. You can follow us on Bluesky, Instagram, Threads or TikTok: @Dollemore or @BrittanyEPage You can follow the show on Facebook, Threads, or Instagram: @IDoubtItPodcast You should subscribe and follow these creators: …

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Analyzing the Election Results: Where Do We Go From Here? 1:14:39

2M ago1:14:39

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Ann and EJ share their thoughts about the election results. They discuss what stood out, where they are concerned, and what we can do from here. ELECTION REFERENCES 1. An Election Wrap-Up (Texas Focused) - Chris Tackett 2. County Results 3. The educated professional class is out of touch with America 4. Wisconsin young voters with to Trump by doubl…

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Ep. 173 Prayers For Pop 1:14:02

2M ago1:14:02

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This week, we cover all the NFL trades in our weekly rundown, as well as a football crossover with The Simpsons. We have movement in the Nation of Domination, as well as in our Pick 'ems standings. We also update our NBA news, and give Presidential Election updates.By Pops & Shots Podcast

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Tarrant County’s True Colors: The Lost Script of Transportation, Housing, and Democracy 1:24:15

2M ago1:24:15

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The election is tomorrow. Ann and EJ analyze early voting data while also discussing important topics such as transportation and housing. SHORT STORY #1: Election Day in Tarrant County: What to know, what to watch for and when we’ll get results - Early voting up, mail ballots down compared to 2020 in Tarrant County voting SHORT STORY #2: The State …

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Prediction: RedWave? 17:24

3M ago17:24

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0:04 Predicting Presidential Election Outcomes and Texas Senate Race 2:44 Political Shifts and Key Races in Texas Elections 6:29 The Importance of Door Knocking in Political Campaigns 9:26 Political Strategies and Concerns in Texas Elections 13:24 Political Consequences of Messaging a Judge in a Death Row Case 17:08 Political Predictions and Future…

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Eugene Obah: Broadcast News Professional, Filmmaker and Content Creator 30:33

3M ago30:33

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Send us a text In today’s episode, Eugene discusses his early interest in journalism, influenced by his family’s nightly news viewing habits and his high school newspaper involvement. He details his career at RT America and T&R Productions and shares about his freelancing for Bloomberg. As co-founder of Common Sense Entertainment, Eugene produces s…

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Ep. 172 We Need A Statue 1:27:37

3M ago1:27:37

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This week, we cover all the NFL news including the king of the crab legs Jameis Winston toppling a top AFC team, season ending injuries and trades as well as NoD and pick ems updates. Our NBA coverage has begun as the Spurs and Rockets have already had two matchups early in the year. Additionally we discuss the thought process behind the downright …

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Will Texas Stay Red? 27:32

3M ago27:32

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Garrett Fulce delves into the upcoming U.S. presidential election, discussing potential historic outcomes and voter engagement. He encourages active participation and highlights the importance of voting while criticizing intra-party conflicts among Republicans. The episode also explores a constitutional dilemma in Texas concerning a death penalty c…

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#930 - "Protestors!, Trump Loves Hitler, Elon Musk's Giveaway, and Protecting Medicaid!" 1:06:24

3M ago1:06:24

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Jesse and Brittany discuss a recent book event associated with the National Abortion Federation for the new book, "We Choose To: A Memoir of Providing Abortion Care Before, During, and After Roe," listener emails and voicemails related to the upcoming election and the most beautiful word in the dictionary, the CNN Town Hall with Vice President Kama…

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