Best Knack Williams Podcasts (2024)

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S3E33: Sworn, Civilians, Culture – Katherine Hancock – Manager, Research and Innovation with the Edmonton Police Service. 56:46

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Original Recording Date: 2024JUL18. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Katherine’s story. Working with LE, new perspective, change of opinion. Defining culture / sub-cultures / norms. Inside police services. Staying alive. Civilian to sworn member poi…

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S3E32: Failure to Train - Matt Domyancic and Mark Bouchard - A Coach and An Author From the World of Law Enforcement. 1:08:06

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Original Recording Date: 2024JUL18. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Matt's recent travels, squaring yourself away, helping others. Failure to Train. Physical / hard skills. Minimal standards - better than basic. Conveying violence. Mental / emotion…

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Would you have paid Jordan Love or Tua Tagovailoa? 1:19:08

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On BS Talk this week Irv and Cam discuss Twitter Polls MLB updates with the trade deadline NFL Should the Dallas Cowboys pay star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb top receiver money? Maybe even Justin Jefferson type money? Ja’Marr Chase and Cincinnati Bengals still haven’t reached a contract agreement. Should he get Justin Jefferson type money as well? Wo…

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Episode #103 – Mark Hudson 50:52

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Welcome back to The Roots Report Podcast, presented by Motif, and hosted by John Fuzek. Today John chats with Singer-Songwriter, Producer and more, Mark Hudson. They talk about his career, the Laurel Canyon CSNY tribute band and lots of other fun stuff. Mark rose to fame in the 60’s along with his 2 brothers Brett and Bill in the Hudson Brothers ba…

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S3E31: Frontline, Cardiac, Resuscitate - Brandon Griffith - Police Officer, and Founder and CEO of Griffith Blue Heart. 54:54

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Original Recording Date: 2024JUL02. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Brandon's story. A personal experience of cardiac arrest. "16:48" Injuries and after effects. Physical - mental - emotional - employment. Police training - capacity, resources, rec…

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What team should trade for Brandon Aiyuk? 1:17:06

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Cam and Irv discuss: Twitter Polls MLB and NHL Updates NFL Who should trade for current 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk who has requested a trade from the team now? Who will have the best rookie season for this ‘24-‘25 rookie class? JJ McMcarthy? Michael Penix Jr? Bo Nix? Caleb Williams? Or Jayden Daniels? NBA With the current roster the Lakers h…

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Episode #102 – Kathleen Edwards 46:42

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Welcome back to The Roots Report Podcast, presented by Motif, and hosted by John Fuzek. Today John chats with Canadian Singer-Songwriter, Kathleen Edwards. They talk about her birthday plans, songwriting and cowriting, coming back to music after her hiatus, and much more. She is currently on tour and will be at The Spire in Plymouth, MA on July 27.…

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S3E30: #Municipalpoli, Political Parties, Police Presence - Andrew Knack - Councillor for the City of Edmonton. 1:06:51

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Original Recording Date: 2024JUL10. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Andrew's story. Balancing practical vs theoretical experience. Political parties in municipal politics. Picking sides. Power, money, networks. Policing and politics. Stories from t…

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Would you resign Dak Prescott to an extension??? 1:19:16

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Cam and Irv discuss Twitter poll updates Does Caldwell Pope make the Magic a championship contender? Did Giants upgrade their offensive line enough to protect Danny Dimes? Will JB Bickerstaff be able to turn around the Pistons this upcoming season? MLB Updates NFL Should Dallas Cowboys resign Dak to an extension? Should Devonte Adams request a trad…

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S3E29: Leadership, Development, Influence – William R. Fraass – Retired Police Captain and Managing Consultant with Code 33 Consulting LLC. 1:14:11

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Original Recording Date: 2024JUN28. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Will’s story. Rising through the ranks and being the leader you want to be. Development and mentorship. Power and authority. Staying committed to your own morals. Narratives on pol…

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Monty Williams is older than J.B. Bickerstaff??? 1:18:33

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Irv and Cam Discuss: Twitter poll updates How baseball is a lot of analytics, but also a lot of luck. NFL episode of hard knocks with New York Giants management and the how to handle the Saquon Barkley. NBA offseason moves. Klay is now a Mav.By Irv and Cam

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S3E28: Internal Affairs, Oversight, Accountability - Marlon Marrache - Host of 'Internal Affairs: A Police Podcast'. 1:10:00

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Original Recording Date: 2024JUN07. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Marlon’s story. The punishment is the process. Best and worst cases. Why investigation is necessary. Why officers should want thoroughness of investigations. Civilian oversight. De…

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S3E27: Cartel, CJNG, Crime - Chris Dalby - Author and Director at World of Crime. 57:12

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Original Recording Date: 2024JUN07. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Chris’ story. How to report on the world of crime. Cartel history is a web of love, murder, and money. Violence as the default mechanism. Influence through diversification. CJNG - …

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Stories about people losing their cool over video games. Madden and NBA2K ruining friendships? 1:19:38

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Cam and Irv Discuss: NHL updates NCAA Football video game, Madden and NBA 2k. NFL Justin Jefferson big paid earned and is now the highest paid receiver in the NFL. What should Tee Higgins? Brandon Aiyuk? And JaMar Chase command extension wise? Before preseason division winners for this coming season. NBA JJ Redick new head coach of the Lakers... Ou…

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Caitlin Clark not on the Olympic roster??? 1:18:37

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Cam and surprise guest host discuss MLB and NHL updates NBA Boston and Dallas series WNBA Caitlin Clark left off the Olympic team roster, was the correct decision? Hayley Van-Lith on the 3 on 3 USA team... She it be JuJu instead?By Irv and Cam

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S3E26: The Streets, Fights, Friends – Christopher Hoyer – Author and Retired Phoenix PD. 55:21

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Original Recording Date: 2024MAY31. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Chris’ story and 20 years of street policing. Zombieland. Being a “shit magnet” and living up to expectations. Shootings, car chases, fights. Losing peers and friends to the job. L…

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S3E25: Guns, Ghosts, Truths - Frank Grosspietsch - Firearms Advisor at UNLIREC and Retired RCMP. 1:02:11

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Original Recording Date: 2024MAY23. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Frank's story. Industry vs self-fabrication. Trends in 3D / ghost-guns and how LE is combatting the issues. Legislation, policy, culture - a lot to deal with here. What works and w…

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S3E24: U.S. Marshals, Underdogs, Betrayal - Robert Ledogar and Natalie June Reilly - Retired U.S. Marshal and Co-Authors. 58:57

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Original Recording Date: 2024MAY23. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Robert's story. Natalie's involvement. The weight of the system. Allegations, investigations, and correcting the narratives. Former friends. An underdog's fight. How to forge ahead…

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Hip-drop tackles banned. Good or Bad for the league? 1:18:39

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Cam and Irv discuss: MLB and NHL updates NFL Caleb Williams reports from Bears camp Texans extending Nico Collins Hip-Drop Tackles banned now. NBA Free agents and possible trades this offseasonBy Irv and Cam

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S3E23: Cities, Safety, Complexity - David Cooper - Principal and Founder of Leading Mobility Consulting. 54:16

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Original Recording Date: 2024MAY15. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: David's story. Police interactions. Complexity of municipal transit. Politics and responsibilities. Convergence of societal complexities. Safety and the police. Solutions. Who is m…

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Episode #101 – Tom Papa 25:49

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Welcome back to The Roots Report Podcast, presented by Motif, and hosted by John Fuzek. Today John chats with comedian Tom Papa. He is known for his many Netflix comedy specials, his podcast Breaking Bread, Sirious XM Radio show come to papa, his books, and much more. They talk about his beginning, working with Jerry Seinfeld, Frank his dog, baking…

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S3E22: Training, Culture, Toughness – Stephen Odom – Owner and Lead Instructor for Spartan Tactical Solutions. 53:24

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Original Recording Date: 2024MAY10. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Steve’s story. Mindset is key. Mental and physical components to toughness. Getting through to the doubters. The experience of loss on the job. Building resiliency and the programs…

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Who fits better with the Magic Klay Thompson or Paul George? 1:17:44

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Cam and Irv discuss: MLB and NHL updates NFL Let’s talk Harrison Butker’s comments regarding women and the Chiefs offseason turmoil. NBA Let’s talk Pat Riley’s Jimmy Buckets and Tyler Herro comments. Who fits better in the Orlando Magic current scheme Paul George? Or Klay Thompson? Let’s keep the conversation going with second round series that are…

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S3E21: TNOC, Synthetic Drugs, Markets - Jason Eligh - Senior Expert at the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime. 54:23

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Original Recording Date: 2024MAY02. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. NOTE: Jason noted a point of misspeak with reference to the conversation around oxycodone being stronger than heroin when he meant to state it's stronger than morphine. ----more---- TOPICS: Jason's sto…

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We talk way to much NBA...Oh Well 1:19:14

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Irv and Cam discuss: Twitter Polls and go on forever about those. MLB and NHL updates and standings NFL Offseason Moves NBA Second Round Series BreakdownsBy Irv and Cam

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Episode #100 – Felix Cavaliere 57:45

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Welcome back to The Roots Report Podcast, presented by Motif, and hosted by John Fuzek. Today John chats with singer-songwriter and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member (as well as many other music halls of fame!), Felix Cavaliere. They discuss Nashville, songwriting, recording, his 60 year career, having the Beatles open for his band, Ringo’s All Sta…

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S3E20: Impact, Drugs, Reflection - Michael W. Brown - Global Director of Counter-Narcotics Technology for Rigaku Analytical Devices and Host of The Opioid Matrix Podcast. 42:32

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Original Recording Date: 2024APR25. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Mike's podcast. Its impact as one of many solutions. The guests, the parents, their stories, the crusaders. Beyond talking - leveraging platforms to get the message out. The politi…

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Where do the Suns go from here??? 1:19:17

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Cam and Irv discuss: Twitter Poll Updates MLB and NHL Updates NBA first round review and where do teams go for those who were eliminated? NBA 2nd round predictions.By Irv and Cam

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Episode #99 – Rich Williams – Kansas 44:54

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Welcome back to The Roots Report Podcast, presented by Motif, and hosted by John Fuzek. Today John chats with guitarist and original member of the band Kansas, Rich Williams. Kansas is known for their prog rock music and many hits such as “Carry On Wayward Son”, “Dust In The Wind”, and "Point of Know Return”. They are out on tour celebrating 50 yea…

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S3E19: Predators, Children, Protectors – Kerry Shima – Acting Officer in Charge for ALERT Internet Child Exploitation Unit. 1:01:46

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SENSITIVE CONTENT WARNING Original Recording Date: 2024APR19. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Kerry's path to service. Scope of the problem. Legislation, investigation, resources. Saving children. Member care. Where the vulnerabilities lie. Digital…

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Vikings Taking JJ McCarthy?!?! Lol 1:19:40

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Irv and Cam discuss: Twitter Polls MLB update on the standings NHL Playoff Updates NFL NFL Draft and our thoughts on the picks in the first round NBA Update on playoffs and teams we are taking in the first roundBy Irv and Cam

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S3E18: Leaders, Characters, Imitators - (Ret'd US Army) LTC Oakland McCulloch - Author and Keynote Speaker. 58:44

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Original Recording Date: 2024APR02. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Oak's story. The book, Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be Defining leadership. What one IS and IS NOT. Leadership vs. management. Courage and fear. Mo…

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S3E17: Gangs, Culture, GRIP – Jessy Johal – GRIP trainer with Safer Schools Together. 1:08:33

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Original Recording Date: 2024MAR28. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Jessy’s story. Safer Schools Together (SST) – Prevention and Intervention strategies. GRIP – gang reduction through informed practice. Gangs and organized crime. Race, culture, nar…

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Is Brady Back?!? 1:17:53

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Cam and Irv discuss: Twitter Poll Updates MLB Updates NHL Updates College Basketball Finals NFL NBABy Irv and Cam

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S3E16: Studies, Harms, LEOs - Brian Sauve, President of the NPF, and Dr. Nick Carleton, Professor at URegina. 51:08

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Original Recording Date: 2024MAR28. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: RCMP Longitudinal Study. A point in time - National Police Federation's (NPF) study on member mental health. Knowing where we came from and where we are heading to. Some SERIOUS st…

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Can the Lakers get the 6th seed? 1:17:37

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Irv and Cam discuss: Twitter poll update MLB and NHL talk College Basketball and who wins. NFL offseason NBABy Irv and Cam

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Episode #98 – Keith Munslow 59:28

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Welcome back to The Roots Report Podcast, presented by Motif, and hosted by John Fuzek. Today John chats with singer-songwriter-pianist, band leader, and Empire Revue organizer, Keith Munslow. Empire Revue is described as a cabaret-style, full-tilt variety show, bringing you sketch comedy, musical interludes from their live house band, special gues…

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S3E15: PTSD, Rehabilitation, LEOs - Derek Sienko - CEO and CMHO for Diversified Rehabilitation Group. 58:34

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Original Recording Date: 2024MAR18. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Derek's story. Personal experience with PTSD. Dealing with emotions. Absorbing other's emotions. Institutional vs. external moral injury. What works and what doesn't. Novel ideas a…

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NFC offseason moves 1:19:11

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Irv and Cam discuss Twitter Poll NHL and MLB updates College Basketball NFL NFC offseason moves NBA top sixth man of the year choicesBy Irv and Cam

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S3E14: Altruism, Politics, Power - Peter J. Forcelli - Former NYPD Homicide Detective and Retired ATF Deputy Assistant Director. 1:09:13

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Original Recording Date: 2024MAR18. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Peter's story. Exoneration for Homicide. Fighting the system / freeing the innocent. Recalling ground zero during 9/11. Purchasing firearms in the U.S. The Deadly Path book / Fast …

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Episode #97 – Ace Frehley 47:40

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Welcome back to The Roots Report Podcast, presented by Motif, and hosted by John Fuzek. Today John chats with legendary guitarist, former member of KISS, and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Ace Frehley. He has a brand new album titled 10,000 volts and will be bringing his band to The Stadium Theatre in Woonsocket on March 29…

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S3E13: Fear, Violence, Defense - Tony Blauer - CEO of Blauer Tactical Systems. 1:21:33

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Original Recording Date: 2024MAR07. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Coach Blauer's story. Defensive tactics. SPEAR - startle-flinch response. You've never heard 'FEAR' talked about like this. Self-regulation. Who is the fight with. 3 'I's - Instinc…

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Should we allow benches to be cleared in basketball? 1:17:58

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Irv and Cam discuss: Twitter poll updates College Basketball: LSU and South Carolina shoving match NFL Offseason Trades and Free AgentsBy Irv and Cam

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Episode #96 – Jim McCarty 29:45

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Welcome back to The Roots Report Podcast, presented by Motif, and hosted by John Fuzek. Today John chats with singer-songwriter, producer and drummer of the legendary band The Yardbirds, Jim McCarty. The Yardbirds will be at The Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River on March 21.By Motif Magazine

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S3E12: Insurance, Open-Source, Investigations - Liz Pia - Senior Investigative Consultant with W3 Intelligence Research Group. 1:03:32

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Original Recording Date: 2024FEB29. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Liz's story. Law enforcement by another means. Specialized investigations. Myths of the industry. The complexity of the insurance world. W3 Intelligence Research Group Working on m…

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Episode #95 – Lewis Black 24:09

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Welcome back to The Roots Report Podcast, presented by Motif, and hosted by John Fuzek. Today John chats with comedian, Lewis Black. His most recent comedy special, Tragically I Need You is available on YouTube. He will be bringing his Goodbye Yeller Brick Road tour comes to Veterans Memorial Auditorium on March 21.…

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S3E11: Part 2: Service and Sacrifice in the Special Forces and Around the World – Rodney “Seaux” Larreau - Retired U.S. Army Green Beret. 1:41:22

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Original Recording Date: 2024FEB09. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: The follow-up to Seaux's first appearance on The Quiet Professional podcast (November 2023): Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2e57-service-and-sacrifice-in-th…

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Bears... Don't draft another UNC quarterback! 1:18:49

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Cam and Irv talk about: MLB Jersey. Why do they look so cheap and are see through? NHL games Cam watched and NHL standings College basketball update... Caitlin Clark leaving for the WNBA NFL What should teams give up for Justin Fields? Where do certain QBs go in the draft? NBA teams that are bad now but the future looks bright.…

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Episode #94 – Yvonne Elliman 54:53

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Welcome back to The Roots Report Podcast, presented by Motif, and hosted by John Fuzek. Today John chats with singer-songwriter, actor Yvonne Elliman. She is best known for portraying Mary Magdalene in the film Jesus Christ Superstar and also for her hits, “Love Me” and “If I Can’t Have You”. Elliman and her film co-star, Ted Neeley will be at the …

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S3E10: Security, Leadership, Growth - Hi Nguyen - Director of Protective Services at UOttawa and Certified Leadership Coach at Team-Up.ca. 1:08:35

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Original Recording Date: 2024FEB05. Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch. Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated. ----more---- TOPICS: Hi's story. Security and close-protection. The deal with the various levels of security services? Where inspiration is found. The importance of leadership. Style and development. D…

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