Best Michael Carlisle Podcasts (2025)

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Rich On Rock Bottom, Resolutions & Reframing Family Dynamics 1:25:29

1d ago1:25:29

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Roll On returns! Just in time for the holiday gauntlet. Adam Skolnick and I unpack three questions the season demands: how to navigate family gatherings when the same dynamics play out like clockwork, what rock bottom actually means (hint: it's a launchpad for transformation, not a life sentence), and why I've traded rigid goals for something more …

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Maira Kalman 40:29

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Giuseppe Castellano talks to award-winning illustrator, artist, designer, and writer, Maira Kalman, about navigating life’s inconsistencies; how we can stay centered and grounded creatively; what the most important thing is about being an illustrator; and more. To learn more about Maira, visit mairakalman.com. Artists mentioned in this episode incl…

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Todd Marinovich: The Superstar Quarterback Who Lost Himself In Drugs & Found Himself In Love 1:55:08

5d ago1:55:08

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Todd Marinovich is a former NFL quarterback, USC Rose Bowl champion, and the subject of the ESPN 30 for 30 documentary "The Marinovich Project." This conversation explores the duality of engineered perfection and performance-based love. We discuss his father's authoritarian methods, the identity crisis of living someone else's dream, his harrowing …

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NFL Week 12 Recap: Upsets, Breakouts & Season-Changing Moments 1:42:39

6d ago1:42:39

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Send us a text NFL Week 12 delivered absolute chaos. QB explosions, playoff contenders stumbling, surprise teams catching fire, and a couple of franchises having full-on identity crises. We’re breaking down every game, every big moment, and every storyline that actually matters heading into Week 13. This episode covers: • The Lions’ statement win a…

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NFL Week 12 Picks & Predictions | QB Shakeups, Playoff Push Starts, Upsets Coming? 1:03:54

10d ago1:03:54

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Send us a text NFL Week 12 is here and the playoff push is officially on. We’re breaking down every matchup, key storylines, QB changes, injuries, and which teams look ready to make a run, plus a few raw predictions along the way. Big storylines heading into Week 12: Major quarterback carousel vibes across the league AFC race tightening with some u…

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NFL Week 11 Recap: Wild Finishes, Madrid Madness & Contenders Exposed 1:23:59

10d ago1:23:59

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Send us a text Week 11 gave us everything with chaos, comebacks, coaching questions, and the first-ever NFL Madrid Game delivering pure entertainment. Cleveland’s defense dominated again but lost, Miami found a way to win again, and the AFC playoff race is officially a street fight that might exclude the Chiefs. We break down every matchup, talk th…

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Axel Scheffler 43:31

10d ago43:31

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Giuseppe Castellano talks to renowned children’s book illustrator, Axel Scheffler, about the deep, dark mistake he made with The Gruffalo; what he thinks about his “imperfect” art style; why he prefers to be called a family book creator; and more. To learn more about Axel, visit axelscheffler.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Posy Sim…

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The Productivity Myth: Oliver Burkeman On Our Broken Relationship With Time, Embracing Our Limitations & Why More Isn’t Always Better 1:59:15

12d ago1:59:15

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Oliver Burkeman is a bestselling author, journalist, and the mind behind “Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals” and “Meditations for Mortals.” We explore our broken relationship with time and Oliver's philosophy of imperfectionism, which dismantles the delusion that productivity is a moral imperative. Oliver explains why we're all chasi…

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Fasting Compilation: Leading Experts On Water-Only Fasts, Fasting Mimicking Diets & The Optimal Fasting Window For Longevity 1:08:45

16d ago1:08:45

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This Fasting Compilation features Dr. Alan Goldhamer, Dr. Valter Longo, and Dr. Michael Greger to discuss the science of strategic deprivation. We explore why visceral fat behaves like a tumor secreting inflammatory molecules that drive chronic disease. How many health conditions stem from dietary patterns rather than requiring medication alone. Th…

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269: Richard O'Brien & Linus O'Brien & Strange Journey - The Story Of Rocky Horror! 1:16:14

18d ago1:16:14

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Richard & Linus O’Brien join me to talk Strange Journey - The Story Of Rocky Horror! Directed by Linus, this is the definitive documentary on the origins, legacy and impact of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. We get deep into Richard’s life, his journey from gender dysphoria to gender euphoria, Tim Curry, Shock Treatment, sexual and social liberation…

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Michael Deas 34:22

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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator and fine artist, Michael Deas, about his early years as an illustrator; how he created “The Torch Lady” for Columbia Pictures; why he doesn’t look back on his long career; and more. To learn more about Michael, visit michaeldeas.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Ted Lewin, Betsy Lewin, Herbert …

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NFL Week 11 Picks | Showdown Sunday & Playoff Landscapes Shift 1:10:45

19d ago1:10:45

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Send us a text Week 11 is loaded with heavyweight matchups and playoff implications. This is the kind of slate where the season truly reveals itself. Here’s what we’ll hit: 🔥 NFC West showdown: Los Angeles Rams vs Seattle Seahawks, both 7-2, both rolling, both know this one could define the rest of the year. 📊 Power-ranking shake-ups: New England P…

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NFL Week 9 Recap | Trade Deadline Shake-Ups & Big Results | Raw Dawg Sports 1:27:48

19d ago1:27:48

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Send us a text Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season delivered major results and shake-ups at the trade deadline that could define the back half of the year. Here’s what we’re breaking down: ⭐ Impactful trades made before the deadline and how teams look now 🔁 Upsets and breakout performances that changed the narrative 🩺 Injury updates, roster shifts, and u…

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NFL Week 10 Recap | Trade Deadline Impact, Major Results & Mid-Season Shift 1:35:09

18d ago1:35:09

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Send us a text Week 10 of the 2025 NFL season flipped the script again with playoff dreams made and broken in one weekend. Here’s what went down: Trade-deadline fallout continues as new faces shake up the field. The Patriots keep rolling while Buffalo looks completely lost. Miami makes a statement, Detroit keeps dominating, and Chicago… still found…

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NFL Week 10 Picks | Mid-Season Shake-Ups & Big Matchups | Raw Dawg Sports 1:19:06

19d ago1:19:06

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Send us a text We’re into Week 10 of the 2025 NFL season and the middle of the year is showing its teeth. Here’s what you’ll hear on the show: The top teams are separating with the Denver Broncos moving to 8-2, turning heads across the league for good and bad reasons. Trade deadline momentum and roster resets are reshaping potential playoff paths. …

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Interview With An Icon: Katie Couric On The State of Media, Institutional Distrust, Cancer Advocacy & What Actually Creates Happiness 1:57:14

19d ago1:57:14

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Katie Couric is a journalist and the first woman to solo-anchor a major network evening newscast. We explore the disintermediation of news media, institutional distrust, and the fragmentation of shared truth in America. Katie shares her experiences navigating the CBS boys club, her perspective on the Sarah Palin interview, the craft of asking great…

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Robert Hunt 51:19

24d ago51:19

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Giuseppe Castellano talks to award-winning illustrator, and distinguished educator, Robert Hunt, about why illustrators should embrace “woodshedding”; how he created the DreamWorks logo; what the great Kazuhiko Sano meant to him, and to the illustration world at large; and more. To learn more about Robert, visit roberthuntstudio.com. Artists mentio…

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Tig Notaro Is Treading Water 2:41:31

25d ago2:41:31

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Tig Notaro is a comedian, actor, screenwriter, producer, and co-host of the podcast Handsome. This conversation explores Tig's legendary 2012 set—delivered days after her cancer diagnosis—and how loss became her greatest teacher. We discuss her wild upbringing, choosing presence over performance, the napkin-based writing process, what's going on in…

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Modern Manhood: A Compilation On Redefining Masculinity, True Strength & Igniting Purpose, Community & Vulnerability In Men 1:19:13

30d ago1:19:13

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This Modern Masculinity Compilation features Scott Galloway (ep. 826), Terry Crews (ep. 676), Jonathan Haidt (ep. 827), Arnold Schwarzenegger (ep. 784), John W. Price (ep. 939), John Pearson (ep. 739), and Toby Morse (ep. 816). We explore the friendship recession, boys without fathers facing incarceration, and digital isolation that predated COVID.…

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Nishant Jain 1:19:06

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Giuseppe Castellano talks to writer and (sneaky) artist, Nishant Jain, about why it’s okay for artists to say, “I am a creative”; how we can break free of social media prison; why one’s creative practice is like an infinite game; and more. To learn more about Nishant, visit sneakyartist.com. Books mentioned in this episode include: The Work of Art …

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It Begins With You: Jillian Turecki On Why Dating Is Broken, Self-Awareness Is Everything, & What Actually Makes Love Last 2:07:35

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Jillian Turecki is a relationship expert, New York Times bestselling author of It Begins With You, and host of the podcast Jillian on Love. This conversation explores why intimacy reveals our character defects, how childhood conditioning sabotages adult love, and the universal fear driving relationship dysfunction. We discuss why there's no cruise …

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NFL Week 9 Picks | Mid-Season Mayhem + Haunted Matchups | Raw Dawg Sports 1:12:07

1M ago1:12:07

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Send us a text Halloween edition of the show because Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season is scarier than any haunted house. Here’s what’s lurking under the lights this week: 👻 Mid-season chaos: Teams making statements before the trade deadline hits. 🛡️ Injury specters roam the league with star players down, backups creeping in. 💥 Big matchups: Buffalo Bi…

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NFL Week 7 Predictions | London Game & Quarterback Chaos | Raw Dawg Sports 1:16:12

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Send us a text We’re not experts, we’re just good at what we do and have fun doing it. Week 7’s got everything: 🌍 London Game: Rams vs Jaguars 🧓 A combined 81 years of quarterback experience on the field 🟤 Browns vs Dolphins: battle of the 1-5s in the rain 🤕 Injuries still shaking up the league We don’t do the stiff “expert analysis.” We make footb…

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NFL Week 7 Recap | Chaos, Comebacks & Big Plays | Raw Dawg Sports 1:20:47

1M ago1:20:47

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Send us a text Week 7 didn’t disappoint from shutouts to blown leads; the league brought the chaos. On tonight’s show: Chiefs dominate and flip the narrative Giants blow a big lead and the Broncos celebrate Eagles rise up while injuries continue wreaking havoc Our favorite big plays, surprise results and what they mean moving forward We’re not expe…

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NFL Week 8 Recap | Blowouts, Backups & Big Shake-Ups | Raw Dawg Sports 1:16:53

1M ago1:16:53

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Send us a text Week 8 of the NFL delivered what we wanted: domination, chaos, and storylines popping off all over the place. Here’s what we’ll break down tonight: Massive blowouts everywhere — 12 of 13 games decided by 10+ points. A surge in backup QB starts and how that’s messing up the whole board. The Indianapolis Colts riding high, climbing to …

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NFL Week 8 Picks & Predictions | Injuries, NBA Scandal & World Series Chaos 1:05:09

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Send us a text Mike and Evo are back for NFL Week 8 Picks & Predictions, breaking down every game with that signature Raw Dawg chaos. This week, the entire sports world’s on fire: 🏈 NFL Week 8 – matchups, injuries, and underdog chaos 💸 NBA Gambling Scandal – what’s really going on behind the scenes ⚾ World Series Begins – October baseball finally d…

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N.C. Wyeth 38:16

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Giuseppe Castellano talks to Amanda Burdan, Senior Curator at The Brandywine Museum of Art, about N.C. Wyeth’s early life; what led to the restoration and permanent exhibition of Wyeth’s The Apotheosis of the Family; what today’s illustrators can do for tomorrow’s curators; and more. To learn more about the Brandywine, visit brandywine.org. For tou…

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Malala Yousafzai Is Finding Her Way 1:49:57

1M ago1:49:57

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Malala Yousafzai is the youngest Nobel Peace Prize laureate, education activist, and survivor of a Taliban assassination attempt at age fifteen. This conversation explores the gulf between icon and identity—what happens when you're trying to figure out who you are while everybody has already decided for you. We discuss PTSD that surfaced years late…

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Train Like A Pro: Exercise Scientist Andy Galpin On Fitness Fundamentals, The 9 Adaptations, & Why Your Training Isn't Working 2:37:34

1M ago2:37:34

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Andy Galpin is a PhD in exercise bioenergetics, professor at Parker University, and elite performance coach to professional and Olympic athletes. This conversation explores his framework of nine fitness adaptations and why many people plateau in what could be called the "gray zone"—working hard enough to feel exhausted but not specifically enough t…

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Fahmida Azim 50:10

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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator and storyteller, Fahmida Azim, about where and how illustrators can find validation; why a creative’s self-worth should not come from their work; what illustration really is; and more. To learn more about Fahmida, visit fahmida-azim.com. If you find value in this podcast, consider becoming a paid subscriber …

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The Atlantic’s Nick Thompson Is The Fastest Runner In Publishing: On Setting Age-Group Records, Beating Cancer, & Why Media Must Survive AI 2:15:37

2M ago2:15:37

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Nick Thompson is CEO of The Atlantic, an elite marathoner, and author of the memoir The Running Ground. This conversation explores how running reveals our deepest inherited patterns. We discuss Nick's journey from getting fired from CBS in under an hour to running The Atlantic, reconciling with his brilliant father's tragic collapse, setting age-gr…

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NFL Week 5 Recap 2025 | Upsets, Blowouts & QB Chaos | Raw Dawg Sports 1:27:37

2M ago1:27:37

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Send us a text Week 5 brought absolute chaos across the league from wild finishes, QB shake-ups, and a few fanbases questioning their life choices. This episode of Raw Dawg Sports dives into: 🔥 Broncos stun the Eagles who are undefeated no more 💀 Ravens collapse as Houston runs wild 💪 Colts, Cowboys, and 49ers all make big statements 🤯 QB switches …

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NFL Week 6 Predictions | London Game & Injury Mayhem | Raw Dawg Sports 1:23:13

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Send us a text Week 6 is here, and it's going to be Raw. Rodgers vs Gabriel. The Broncos and Jets fly across the pond. And the injury bug? Still undefeated. We’re breaking down: 🔥 The biggest matchups of the week ✈️ London’s early kickoff 🏥 Injury updates that could flip the board 🐺 The Dawgs’ favorite raw calls No fancy suits. No “expert” talk. Ju…

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NFL Week 6 Recap | Chaos, Defense & Big Surprises | Raw Dawg Sports 1:26:31

2M ago1:26:31

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Send us a text Week 6 delivered with defenses dominated, offenses collapsed, and surprises everywhere. On tonight’s show we’re hitting: Steelers shut down Gabriel & the Browns Broncos survive a defensive slugfest in London Giants wallop the Eagles in full collapse mode Chiefs bounce back in style How our plays & projections stacked up Injuries, sur…

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NFL Week 5 Picks 2025 | Raw Dawg Sports Breaks Down the Full Slate 1:21:20

2M ago1:21:20

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Send us a text 🏈 NFL Week 5 Picks are live! 🏈 This week on Raw Dawg Sports, we’re breaking down the full slate with: The London game spotlight 🇬🇧 Our favorite matchups, plays, and storylines 🎯 Underdogs that could shock the league A look at key injuries and momentum shifts 🔥 Raw insight. Real plays. No fluff. 👉 Drop your favorite Week 5 pick in the…

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Emma Carlisle 57:56

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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator, artist, and author, Emma Carlisle, about how an illustration practice can be a bit of a whirlwind; why some illustration advice is infantilzing; why finding joy in your art is more important than it sounds; and more. To learn more about Emma, visit emmacarlisle.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include…

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Chiefs, Bucs, and Drake Maye Are Big Winners. Plus, Danny Kanell on Penn State’s Overreaction, Indiana’s Biggest Win, and the SEC’s Problem. 2:00:02

2M ago2:00:02

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Russillo starts with some thoughts on the NFL weekend, including whether the Chiefs or Bucs had the better win and the fact that Drake Maye is looking like the best QB in the 2024 class. Next, he chats with old friend Danny Kanell about Indiana’s massive win over Oregon, whether Penn State made a mistake by firing James Franklin, and the big proble…

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How Joanne Molinaro Found Herself Through Food 2:09:37

2M ago2:09:37

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Joanne Molinaro, aka The Korean Vegan, is a James Beard Award-winning cookbook author who has redefined food storytelling through viral videos. This conversation explores her journey from the facile safety of corporate law to creative uncertainty, using food to reconcile generational trauma, and navigating the liminal space between Korean tradition…

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Prime-Time Giants! NBA GM Survey Thoughts. Plus: Jeff Darlington on Baker’s Career Turnaround, Shanahan Love, and Belichick’s future. 2:01:27

2M ago2:01:27

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Russillo starts with a rare fun Giants prime-time game and why he’s still unsure about Jalen Hurts. Then, he and Ceruti talk about the most interesting parts of the latest NBA GM survey. Next, ESPN NFL reporter Jeff Darlington stops by to talk about this weekend's 49ers-Bucs matchup, the banged up Ravens, eventually taking the Jaguars seriously, th…

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ROLL ON: American Tiger, Adventures Abroad, & The Art of Showing Up 1:40:49

2M ago1:40:49

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Roll On is here! Adam Skolnick and I catch up after a month of nonstop travel. Tokyo for the Track & Field World Championships, New York, and DC multiple times. Big news: Adam announces his debut novel American Tiger—20 years in the making, with the audiobook recorded right here in our studio. Also on tap: my family crisis that required an Ocean's …

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The Giannis-Knicks Flirtation. Plus, Jeff Passan on Judge Saving the Yankees, More MLB Playoffs, and Life Advice! 1:43:36

2M ago1:43:36

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Russillo opens with the Giannis-Knicks story and the biggest red flags for the Bucks, even if it’s unlikely to happen. Then, ESPN baseball writer Jeff Passan stops by to talk about Aaron Judge saving the Yankees, the disappointing Phillies, and more MLB playoffs. Plus, he sticks around for some Life Advice, including questions about a major hater a…

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London Ladd 1:06:42

2M ago1:06:42

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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator, artist, and educator, London Ladd, about why he thinks “style” is a four-letter word; what and who helped him stay on his feet; how to keep going in life and art; and more. To learn more about London, visit londonladd.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Mark English, Kazuhiko Sano, James Ransome…

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Broncos or Pats for the Best Win? Plus, the Best Coach Right Now and the Team Misery Index With Mike Sando and Ryen’s First CFB Top 12 Playoff Rankings! 1:45:06

2M ago1:45:06

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How Emily Harrington Became The First Woman To Free Climb El Cap’s Golden Gate In Under 24 Hours 2:02:07

2M ago2:02:07

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Emily Harrington is a professional climber who became the first woman to free climb El Capitan's Golden Gate route in under 24 hours, captured in the documentary Girl Climber. This conversation explores her 50-foot fall that nearly ended everything, the eating disorder that almost destroyed her career, and how crying while climbing became her stren…

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Yanks Pack Up the Sox, the Strange 4-0 Eagles, and Fixing the Ravens With Kevin Clark. Plus, Is Kyle Shanahan a $30M coach? 1:22:12

2M ago1:22:12

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Russillo opens the show talking about Cam Schlittler’s incredible performance last night to eliminate the Red Sox. Then ESPN’s Kevin Clark stops by to discuss the 49ers' win over the Rams and just how impressive Kyle Shanahan is at maximizing QBs. They also discuss the Eagles' poor stats despite remaining undefeated through four weeks, the upcoming…

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Talkin’ Baseball! Plus, Oregon, Ohio State, and Miami or the Field? And the Top CFB Stadiums With Fox’s Chris Fallica. 1:33:48

2M ago1:33:48

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Russillo starts with some baseball talk, getting into why it’s so easy to get hooked on the playoffs. Then, he chats with Fox’s Chris Fallica about who the real contenders are in college football, how he’d rank the SEC right now, why this week is massive for Arch Manning and Texas, and the top stadium atmospheres. Finally, the guys close it out wit…

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NFL Week 4 Picks 2025 | Expert Plays, Predictions & Full Slate Breakdown | Raw Dawg Sports 1:47:32

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Send us a text 🏈 NFL Week 4 Picks are here! 🏈 This week on Raw Dawg Sports: Full Week 4 slate breakdown 🎲 International matchup in Dublin, Ireland Monday Night Football doubleheader 🔥 Top plays, predictions, and key matchups 🔒 Underdogs to watch and lines worth tracking 🚨 Injury updates and fantasy crossover notes 👀 Raw takes. Real analysis. Maximu…

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NFL Week 4 Recap 2025 | Dublin Debut, OT Thriller & MNF Results | Raw Dawg Sports 1:05:57

2M ago1:05:57

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Send us a text Week 4 is in the books and here’s the full slate breakdown from Dublin to Monday night. What we cover: The Ireland showcase and a wild OT finish on Sunday night Miami’s prime-time win, Denver’s statement at home Upsets and swing games across the slate (Giants, Lions, Bills, Texans, more) How our plays & projections stacked up against…

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Huck Scarry 48:34

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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator, author, and son of Patricia and Richard Scarry, Huck Scarry, about his father’s life and artistic process; how he approached Busytown—from color palettes to car accidents; what his advice would be for illustrators today; and more. To learn more about Richard Scarry, visit richardscarry.com. Artists mentione…

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