Best Mia Albert Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 55: Aaron Rodgers is MIA 1:01:44

5h ago1:01:44

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In this episode Sunshine, BigCat, and JaCAB cover all the latest in sports. Andrew Berry and Kevin Stefanski get a contract extension. Sunday ticket anti-trust lawsuit. Sunshine uses AI to write his work emails. Darren Waller retires and regales us with a music video. Will CMC be cursed by the Madden cover? Rule 34. The Lakers are publicly embarras…

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There and back again: an Orthodox Christian’s journey back to God! 59:57

20h ago59:57

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What happens when a Christian leader finds themselves questioning the very faith they have built a life on? This was the exact spot Devin Braun found himself in. This episodes share his journey from questioning God’s existence to finding deep faith through orthodoxy. If you yourself have ever gone through deconstruction or find yourself there now, …

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Episode 54: Raw and Tight: The Deadly Mantis 1:00:29

8d ago1:00:29

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Join Sunshine and Bigcat and not Sergio Ignacio as they discuss Tarik Cohen, JJ Reddick and the inevitable Deadly Mantis Support the Show. Thanks for listening! We fucking love you guys! Follow, like, share, etc: https://linktr.ee/sports_centered?fbclid=PAAaZfFm0-AbOF-Cdcv645v9sCjmh5Y4YMVX8vhnYL-C5NiIQoREtvayBIlRk…

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I need Jesus and my Therapist 1:01:03

7d ago1:01:03

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When David Murrell faced a season of overwhelming grief he came to the realization that the faith he had up to that point was not going to carry him through that season of loss. Listen in as David shares his journey through a crisis of faith that led him to greater mental health, deeper faith, and a higher understanding of who Christ is.…

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Episode 53: Marv Albert Bit A Woman 1:18:42

14d ago1:18:42

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Join Sunshine, BigCat, and Stardust as they discuss the latest in breaking up dog fights and how to properly tend to wounds. NEW SEGMENT ALERT: Alex Jones Seminar on True Information. Obama went to Mars. Look it up. NFL to test new first down technology. Angel Hernandez retirement (good riddance). Origins of the 40-yard dash. Is Stardust actually j…

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From Burn out to Abundance 38:56

23d ago38:56

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Melanie Birky, 7th degree black belt and 5 time world Tae Kwon Do champion shares how she shifted from placing her worth in her own accomplishments to placing it in her identity in Christ. Her insight will no doubt help you go from hustle to hope as she encourages listeners to find their value in being rather than doing. https://www.facebook.com/gr…

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Episode 52: Bickerstaff, Butker, Baldur's Gate 1:06:01

25d ago1:06:01

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This week Sunshine, BigCat, and Stardust are joined by the illustrious Cavaliers analyst Gregg (with 3 G's) to discuss the offseason and much more. Malik Nabers has an interesting take on the Giants alternate jerseys. Jim Harbaugh hates music. Chip Kelly is uncomfortable around black players. In a risky move, Fanatics is suing MHJ for breach of con…

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Episode 51: Robert "Handjob" Kraft can't take a joke 1:07:47

24d ago1:07:47

1:07:47

BigCat and LongLungsLeon hold down the fort while Sunshine pursues his dream. The NFL will be expanding to an 18-game season in the near future. The Guardians' ownership is a bad joke. Unsurprisingly, Leon finds a way to shit on the NFL. Marvin Harrison Jr. continues to walk his own path. The Bills round out their receiving corps by signing MVS. Ha…

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Take Care of Each Other 31:28

1M ago31:28

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In honor of Mother’s Day this podcast features our host, Mia’s, mom. She shares ideas and insights into how to care for people who are in a broken season and why it is so important that we make others feel seen and loved. What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him? If a brother or sis…

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Episode 50: We're All Champions 1:14:38

1M ago1:14:38

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In this episode Sunshine, BigCat, and LongLungsLeon apologize for the delay in their scheduled programming. Shit happens bro. The show will now record on Tuesdays and release on Thursdays. Michael Penix was far and away the biggest draft surprise. Leon goes to great lengths to rationalize and defend the Bills draft moves. 40-yd dash speed is overra…

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Remembering PAUL AUSTER - Writer, Director (1947-2024) 49:14

1M ago49:14

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It is said that people never die until the last person says their name. In memory of the writer and director Paul Auster, who passed away this week, we're sharing this conversation we had back in 2017 after the publication of his novel 4 3 2 1. Auster reflects on his body of work, life, and creative process. Paul Auster was the bestselling author o…

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Strong and Sober 53:30

2M ago53:30

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A simple invitation to work out with a friend became the very thing that would draw Kristine Mathews out of a traumatic relationship, alcoholism, and out of her shell. Listen in as the strongman athlete known as Panda shares how the sport helped her find sobriety, a career, and most importantly herself. https://pandapwr.my.canva.site/allthingspanda…

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Episode 49: Mock Draft Mania! 1:23:07

2M ago1:23:07

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Join Sunshine, BigCat, and Jake The Snake as they give you their definitive mock draft selections that you should definitely bet on. Lions unveil killer new jerseys. Guardians are on a hot streak. The NBA playoffs got off to a very predictable start. Lob City legend Blake Griffin retires after 14 memorable years. The Men's Olympic basketball team i…

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Episode 48: The Juice is Loose (in hell) 1:20:46

2M ago1:20:46

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This week Sunshine, BigCat, and Stardust discuss the late OJ Simpson. Josh Allen (DE) gets a huge extension. Nick Chubb restructures his contract to stay in Cleveland. Timberwolves ownership drama (obligatory fuck a-rod). NBA playoff breakdown. John Wick 3 actor Boban Marjanovic is truly a man of the people. The guys offer some unique solutions for…

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There’s another side to every war. Satire, War & Hollywood - Co-creator DON McKELLAR on The Sympathizer 9:44

2M ago9:44

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On casting Robert Downey Jr. in 4 Roles: "That was Park Chan-wook's idea early on. In the book, there are these sorts of male-white figures of the American establishment. They're all differentiated in the book, but he had the idea. What if we have one actor playing all the parts kind of like Peter Sellers in Dr. Strangelove and immediately we thoug…

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DON McKELLAR on The Sympathizer with Hoa Xuande, Robert Downey Jr., Park Chan-wook 38:57

2M ago38:57

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What are the stories we tell ourselves to justify our actions in times of war? How can the arts convey complexity and foster understanding? Don McKellar is a highly accomplished writer, director, and actor. He has written films including Roadkill, Highway 61, Dance Me Outside, The Red Violin, and Blindness. He won the Prix de la Jeunesse at the 198…

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Do good deeds offset bad deeds? How do our families shape who we become?- Highlights - DAN FUTTERMAN & ADAM RAPP 11:07

2M ago11:07

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"We ended on such a cliffhanger with Isaac presenting the wrench at the police station to Jeff Daniels' character. It allowed us to sort of start from a place of what's going to happen next? And I think because what is drawn in the novel and because of what Danny brought into the original script of the first season and all the ideas he brought in. …

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Exploring American Rust: Broken Justice w/ DAN FUTTERMAN & ADAM RAPP - Award-winning Screenwriters/EPs 39:11

2M ago39:11

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What role do the families we’re born into or the traumas we experience shape the people we become? Do good deeds offset bad deeds? How can the arts increase our capacity for empathy, understanding, and kindness? Dan Futterman is creator, executive producer, and writer of Amazon Prime's American Rust, the acclaimed crime drama starring Jeff Daniels,…

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Episode 47: Santina The Cat Eclipses Everything 36:20

2M ago36:20

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Sunshine, BigCat, and LongLungsLeon have a very late start to their recording session. Stefon Diggs trade. Ahtyba Rubin somehow gets a mention in this episode. Vince Carter and Chauncey Billups headline the NBA HoF class of 2024. Shane Bieber is out for the season with a UCL injury. Several other notable pitchers have also gone down to injury. Elly…

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Episode 46: Jets Dream Team 2.0 55:32

2M ago55:32

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In this episode Sunshine, BigCat, and Stardust start the episode with an obscure Kingdom Hearts reference. Rashee Rice may be in trouble. Haason Reddick lands with the Jets. Former Pro-Bowler Vontae Davis passes away at age 35. Zach Edey draft stock. The guys have a passionate discussion about the Guardians. Christopher Columbus is a piece of shit.…

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A Grief Deferred 1:01:48

3M ago1:01:48

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Arnell McCoy aka “The Real Patience” lost his mom in 1999, but it took 17 years to push through the road block of resentment before he could finally start his grief journey. Not only did he find healing, he is helping others care for themselves well through the grieving process. This episode will be like sitting down with a spiritual mentor as Arne…

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Consciousness, AI & Creativity with DUSTIN O’HALLORAN - Emmy Award-winning Composer 51:02

2M ago51:02

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What will happen when Artificial General Intelligence arrives? What is the nature of consciousness? How are music and creativity pathways for reconnecting us to our humanity and the natural world? Dustin O’Halloran is a pianist and composer and member of the band A Winged Victory for the Sullen. Winner of a 2015 Emmy Award for his main title theme …

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How can music help us expand our understanding of consciousness & AI? - Highlights - DUSTIN O’HALLORAN 51:08

2M ago51:08

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"The film Lion, when we got involved, there was a pretty early cut. So it was about trying to get into the picture and what would really work with the scenes, but also to sometimes just put it away and just really get to the heart of the film, too, because there was a big overarching feeling to the film. The feeling of home and the feeling of being…

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Episode 45: Raw Doggin' 1:04:57

3M ago1:04:57

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Join Bigcat, Long Lungs and Sunshine as they go completely unedited in this special raw dog edition of Sports Centered! The boys talk hip drop tackles, sports gambling scandals and Tongo, the lizard barbarian. Support the Show. Thanks for listening! We fucking love you guys! Follow, like, share, etc: https://linktr.ee/sports_centered?fbclid=PAAaZfF…

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Creating Safe Spaces: ITA O’BRIEN & the Art of Intimacy Coordination - Highlights 12:52

3M ago12:52

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"For years, people spoke about how awkward or embarrassing it was to perform the intimate content. And what they're speaking about is feeling horrible. If something's awkward, that squirm, that ring in the body, it feels embarrassing. That's actually an emotion that is not professional. That is not allowing the actor to stay feeling listened to, he…

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Intimacy Coordinator ITA O’BRIEN on Normal People, Sex Education & Creating Safe Spaces 52:46

3M ago52:46

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How can intimate scenes be brought to the screen in ways that respect the emotional well-being and privacy of the artists themselves? How do we make sure that we can create a story about abuse without anyone being abused in the process? Ita O’Brien is the UK’s leading Intimacy Coordinator, founder of Intimacy on Set (and author of the Intimacy On S…

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Episode 44: St. Patty's Day Massacre 1:01:48

3M ago1:01:48

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This week Sunshine, BigCat, and Stardust break the big news about the Justin Fields trade! Keenan Allen refuses a paycut and is traded to da Bears. Brook joins the show to discuss his shocking match with Grove at the Rumble. Mike Vrabel takes a consulting role with the Browns. Drew "Horse Cock" Lock joins the New York Giants. Derrick Henry joins th…

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The Transformative Power of Writing with ANDRE DUBUS III - Highlights 13:03

3M ago13:03

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"The character I wrote about in House of Sand and Fog was based on a former colonel and aeronautical engineer in the Shah's Air Force. I watched him work at a gas station. And on his days off, he'd put on his suit and look for better work. One night I'm helping him bring his groceries in, and he said in his thick Persian accent, "You know, I used t…

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Exploring Trauma, Healing & Redemption w/ ANDRE DUBUS III - Author of House of Sand & Fog 55:21

3M ago55:21

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What can reading teach us about loss, healing, and survival? How can we transform anger into empathy? What can we learn from the creative act about turning personal setbacks into opportunities for self-discovery and growth? Andre Dubus III’s nine books include the New York Times’ bestsellers House of Sand and Fog, The Garden of Last Days, and his m…

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When Father is a Bad Word 42:24

3M ago42:24

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Dan Kuiper is the adult child of an alcoholic and everything changed for him one day when a pastor uncovered that he saw God as the angry, disapproving, volatile father that his earthly father was. Listen to this episode as Dan shares how he went from not wanting to live to fully living in God’s grace. He will share how he healed from his own traum…

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Episode 43: Mac Jones is the Grayson Allen of the NFL 1:05:59

3M ago1:05:59

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Sunshine, BigCat, and William "Sleepybones" Burns address the chaos that is NFL Free Agency. We've learned all too well this week that the NFL season never really ends. Brian Burns trade. Baker gets a well-deserved contract. Kirko is going to the ATL. Once again, the Browns have the worst QB in the AFC North. Saquon signs with the division rival Ea…

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Episode 42: LebronHammer 40k 51:53

3M ago51:53

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In this episode Sunshine, BigCat, and Peppers Lampton(Esq.) discuss everything from the Royal Rumble to Russell Wilson. The next rumble has been announced for March 16th @6pm! Stay tuned for more details. Russ will be released by the Broncos on March 13th which will saddle Denver with a historic $85 million in dead cap. NFL roster cuts. Tyreek Hill…

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Seeing the Life of Jesus through the eyes of his Mother: MACIEJ HEN - Award-winning Author & Filmmaker 37:43

3M ago37:43

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How would the life of Jesus be told through the eyes of his mother? How can literature help us understand history and the nature of identity? Maciej Hen was born in 1955 in Warsaw. He graduated from the Cinematography Department at the Film School in Łódź. For years he has been trying his hand at diverse activities, from music to all fields of jour…

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Out of the closet and into God’s Grace 55:30

4M ago55:30

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Life can be confusing for a gay kid growing up in a Midwest church. Listen in as podcast host Mia talks with her brother Chris about his story from coming out to himself, to his family, to his community, and to his church leadership. As a gay man Chris has chosen to live single and celibate, this episode unpacks his journey with laughter, love, and…

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The Art of Bringing Stories to Life - Highlights - LISA EDELSTEIN 14:22

3M ago14:22

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"I have always thrown myself into everything, and that includes terrible things because I want to have the whole experience. Even if I know it's going to hurt for better or for worse, that has been how I've lived my life. And so it's given me a lot of information and allowed me to play a lot of different roles and understand a lot of different poin…

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LISA EDELSTEIN - From Acting to Directing, Writing & Visual Art 49:36

3M ago49:36

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How can the arts help us examine and engage with social issues? How do our families shape our views, memories, and experience of the world? From her role as Dr. Lisa Cuddy on the hit Fox series House, to her starring role as Abby McCarthy in Bravo's first scripted series Girlfriend's Guide to Divorce, Lisa Edelstein's range of roles are as diverse …

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