Best National Post Posted Toronto Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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React Pod: RJ Barrett and Gradey Dick face new defensive challenges in loss vs. Kings 48:52

2h ago48:52

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Will Lou recaps the Toronto Raptors' rematch against the Sacramento Kings. He breaks down Gradey Dick and RJ Barrett seeing new defensive coverages, Davion Mitchell's promising effort, and how this team can close out fourth quarters. Three stars: Davion Mitchell, RJ Barrett, Chris Boucher Gerald Henderson award: Keegan Murray Most Important Guy: Ca…

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React Pod: Gradey Dick keeps impressing, but Raptors blow lead once again vs. Nuggets 48:22

1h ago48:22

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Will Lou comes live after the Raptors visit the Nikola Jokic in the Mile High City. He breaks down why RJ Barrett struggled, Gradey Dick's continued excellence, and Darko Rajakovic's late-game management. Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Gradey Dick, Davion Mitchell Gerald Henderson award: Russell Westbrook Most Important Gal: Kianna (H&W hat seen on bro…

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Last Episode of the Season: Divorce, Dating, and New Beginnings 10:53

1d ago10:53

10:53

After 26 years of marriage, facing the world of dating at 54 felt like stepping into an alternate universe. But what I discovered was not just about finding a partner; it was about rediscovering myself. Join me, Shari Leid, as I wrap up the first season of "An Imperfectly Perfect Life: Life Unscripted" and share the roller coaster ride of my divorc…

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5 early Raptors trends to watch: Gradey, Ochai, RJ shine but defense stays poor 1:08:21

4h ago1:08:21

1:08:21

Will and Alex discuss takeaways from the first two weeks of the season including Gradey Dick’s year two leap, RJ Barrett as the number one option, defensive struggles, the lack of three-point shooting, and big picture questions about the Raptors this season. Later, they chat about the annual team Halloween party and whether the Milwaukee Bucks are …

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React Pod: RJ Barrett leads Raptors to OT win after Vince Carter's emotional jersey retirement 1:15:25

1h ago1:15:25

1:15:25

Will Lou breaks down the Toronto Raptors' 131-128 OT win over the Sacramento Kings, and then is joined by co-host Alex Wong to discuss Vince Carter's emotional jersey retirement and complicated legacy. Three stars: Chris Boucher, Ochai Agbaji, RJ Barrett Gerald Henderson award: Malik Monk Most Important Guy: Vincent Lamar Carter (bonus: Jordan Hayl…

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React Pod: RJ Barrett and Gradey Dick combine for 64 but Raptors comeback falls short vs. Lakers 1:19:26

3d ago1:19:26

1:19:26

Will Lou is joined by Samson Folk to react to the Raptors' 131-125 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. They discuss Gradey Dick's third career-high in four games, RJ Barrett thriving in a lead role, and take questions from listeners. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Gradey Dick, Jakob Poeltl Gerald Henderson award: D'Angelo Russell Most Important Guy: Masai Uj…

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The Phil Wizard Interview 32:26

2h ago32:26

32:26

We’re live from the Red Bull Canada Studios! Will and Alex sit down with Olympic gold medalist Phil Wizard for a behind-the-scenes look at his run at the men’s breaking competition, the music selection at the event, his impressions of the athlete village, what the win means to him personally and professionally, how he’s dealing with the post-Olympi…

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React Pod: Gradey Dick and RJ Barrett each score 30 but Raptors drop another winnable game 1:13:04

7d ago1:13:04

1:13:04

Will hosts the Reaction Podcast after the Toronto Raptors' 138-133 loss to the Charlotte Hornets. He discusses Gradey Dick's new career-high of 30 points, RJ Barrett looking sharper, and defensive adjustments that need to be made. Three stars: Gradey Dick, Jakob Poeltl, RJ Barrett Gerald Henderson award: Cody Martin Most Important Guy: Jeff Regular…

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Scottie Barnes' path to stardom, Gradey Dick leap and Team Canada stories w/ Jevohn Shepherd 46:35

5d ago46:35

46:35

Will and Alex sit down with TSN analyst Jevohn Shepherd to chat about Scottie’s adjustment to becoming the face of the franchise, early-season progress from Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji, encouraging signs from the incoming rookie season, his relationship with RJ Barrett, and more. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or…

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React Pod: Raptors lose heartbreaker in OT and Scottie suffers eye injury 1:04:33

1d ago1:04:33

1:04:33

Will recaps the Toronto Raptors' 127-125 OT loss to the Denver Nuggets. He discusses Scottie Barnes' eye injury, RJ Barrett's rusty return, and Darko Rajakovic's strange decision not to call timeout down the stretch. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl, Davion Mitchell Gerald Henderson award: Christian Braun Most Important Guy: Matt Devlin --…

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Unscripted Transitions: Navigating Divorce and New Beginnings 14:11

1d ago14:11

14:11

As I stand on the brink of a personal reinvention, I find myself asking: what does it truly mean to embrace the beautiful chaos of life? With the end of my 27-year marriage looming, this could be the final episode before I take a brief hiatus before launching the second season of this podcast -- which will have a whole new look, video, and intervie…

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React Pod: Gradey Dick scores career-high 25 but Raptors lose to Timberwolves 1:12:15

3d ago1:12:15

1:12:15

Will Lou and Samson Folk recap Toronto’s 112-101 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves and discuss Gradey Dick’s shotmaking, the team’s lack of three-point shooting, an Ochai Agbaji-Norman Powell comparison, Darko’s rotation decisions and Scottie’s underwhelming performance. Later, the two take listener questions. Three stars: Gradey Dick, Ochai Agbaj…

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React Pod: Raptors rookies Jonathan Mogbo and Jamison Battle break out in first win of the year 1:00:10

4d ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Will recaps Toronto’s 115-107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers. He discusses: Scottie Barnes' bounce back game, breakout performances from Jonathan Mogbo and Jamison Battle, and the bigger picture importance for this draft class. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Jonathan Mogbo, Jamison Battle Gerald Henderson: Kelly Oubre MIG aka Most Important Guy: Ass…

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The October Banter Pod 2:59:25

5d ago2:59:25

2:59:25

Will, Alex, and Jerome get together for this month’s banter pod. They open with a recap of their team bonding trip during Raptors training camp in Montreal, Will taking his dad to watch Lionel Messi in Toronto, Joe Cash’s wedding, and a behind-the-scenes look at Alex’s surprise 40th birthday party. Later, they answer listener questions about whethe…

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React Pod: Raptors shellshocked in 30-point loss while Scottie Barnes struggles 1:00:51

6d ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Will recaps Toronto’s 136-106 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in their home opener. He discusses: Scottie Barnes' struggles, Darko Rajakovic's struggling rotations, and Jamal Shead's promising debut. Three stars: Chris Boucher, Jamal Shead, Immanuel Quickley Gerald Henderson: Ty Jerome MIG aka Most Important Guy: TJ Ford (guest of honor) Reach out …

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NBA Award Predictions w/ James Herbert 1:11:23

7d ago1:11:23

1:11:23

Will and Alex are joined by James Herbert of CBS Sports to discuss Jayson Tatum’s case for MVP, Reed Sheppard as a Rookie of the Year contender, how many awards Victor Wembanyama might win, the Executive of the Year race, why Thanasis Antetokounmpo dessrves the Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year, and more. Later, it’s the first “Who He Play For?” s…

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Eight Takeaways From Raptors Preseason 49:29

9d ago49:29

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Will shares his main takeaways from preseason with Alex including: the team’s defensive emphasis, encouraging signs from Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji, Jamal Shead becoming a guy, injuries to monitor heading into the season, and the watchability of the Raptors. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@…

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React Pod: Raptors wrap preseason with composed team win in Brooklyn 1:13:35

11d ago1:13:35

1:13:35

Will and guest Samson Folk recap Toronto’s 116-112 win over the Brooklyn Nets in their final game of pre-season and discusses: Scottie Barnes' physical dominance, Gradey Dick's improved confidence and Ochai Agbaji's quiet growth. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl, Jamal Shead MIG aka Most Important Guy: Jamal Shead Reach out to the show by …

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The “Most Important Guy” Draft w/ Joseph Casciaro 1:33:09

12d ago1:33:09

1:33:09

Will and Alex are joined by theScore’s Joseph Casciaro to draft the most important guys for the 2024-25 NBA season. They chat about Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby’s impact on the Knicks this season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP odds, Paul George’s new role in Philadelphia, what’s next for Jamal Murray and Dame Lillard, a potential Jimmy Butler …

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The Western Conference Over/Unders Episode 1:00:09

14d ago1:00:09

1:00:09

Will and Alex review the over/under win total for every team in the Western Conference and discuss: whether the Thunder are going to be the best team in the league, if the Wolves took a step back after the KAT trade, the preseason hype around the Grizzlies, if the Clippers are going to take a massive step back this season, what to make of Victor We…

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React Pod: Scottie Barnes and Gradey Dick dominate in exciting preseason win over Celtics 38:03

14d ago38:03

38:03

Will recaps Toronto’s 119-118 win over the Boston Celtics in their fourth game of pre-season and discusses: Scottie Barnes dominance, Gradey Dick's exploding for 27 points, and who the Raptors should keep for 15th roster spot. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Gradey Dick, Jakob Poeltl Gerald Henderson award: JD Davidson MIG aka Most Important Guy: Bran…

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Revisiting Our Pre-Season Thoughts 45:24

15d ago45:24

45:24

Did the Blue Jays have a good-enough offseason? Which players were getting too much hype, and which weren't getting enough? How well would the team do this season? These were all questions that we discussed back in the spring, before the Jays embarked on what ultimately became their most disappointing season in years. Come join us as we revisit our…

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The Eastern Conference Over/Unders Episode 51:09

15d ago51:09

51:09

Will and Alex review the over/under win totals for every team in the Eastern Conference and discuss: whether they believe in the Knicks as a contender, if the Pacers are being overlooked, whether Heat Culture is still a thing, if the Raptors will try to win every single game this season, and more Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hell…

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Navigating Life Unscripted: Handing unexpected negative encounters 14:45

16d ago14:45

14:45

Have you ever faced a life-altering change and wondered how to navigate the uncertain road ahead? Join me, Shari Leid, as I open up about my personal journey through the ups and downs of life after a 26-year marriage. I share my candid experiences of saying goodbye to my dream home, stepping into the dating world in my fifties, and handling unexpec…

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React Pod: Scottie Barnes and Gradey Dick wake up in third quarter despite horrible start 1:06:29

16d ago1:06:29

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Will recaps Toronto’s 115-111 loss to the Boston Celtics in their third game of pre-season and discusses: Scottie Barnes' quiet night, Gradey Dick's defensive weaknesses and Jonathan Mogbo's unique game. Three stars: Jonathan Mogbo, Gradey Dick, Jamal Shead MIG aka Most Important Guy: Ochai Agbaji Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hel…

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React Pod: Scottie Barnes shakes off rust in preseason debut 53:02

26d ago53:02

53:02

Will recaps Toronto’s 113-92 loss over the Washington Wizards in their second game of pre-season and discusses: Scottie Barnes' debut, Jamal Shead and Davion Mitchell's defense and thoughts on, Jonathan Mogbo, Ulrich Chomche. Three stars: Chris Boucher, Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl MIG aka Most Important Guy: Jamal Shead Reach out to the show by le…

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How to Scale Your Business w/ M.C. Laubscher (2024) 35:58

19d ago35:58

35:58

Check out eNational Testing for all your Nationwide laboratory testing services! https://www.enationaltesting.com/ ✨ Welcome to season 2 episode 60 of Baktari MD! In this episode we are joined by M.C. Laubscher where he speaks on how scaling business is of the upmost importance as well as making time for your loved ones! All of the tips and tricks …

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Building the Raptors' rotation: Will Gradey Dick be the 5th starter? 32:23

19d ago32:23

32:23

Will goes solo and creates the Raptors' rotation. He makes the case for why Gradey Dick is favored to start, while also considering Ochai Agbaji's fit. Then, he breaks down the battle at backup point guard and if Chris Boucher has a chance to get minutes. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hello…

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Remembering the Vince Carter Era w/ Vivek Jacob 1:03:28

21d ago1:03:28

1:03:28

Ahead of Vince Carter’s Hall of Fame induction this weekend, Will and Alex are joined by Vivek Jacob to walk through his career in Toronto as they discuss: his cultural impact, favorite dunks, his final days with the Raptors, and more. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check o…

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The Season Debrief Debrief 49:41

26d ago49:41

49:41

Mark Shapiro and Ross Atkins have met the media to wrap-up another disappointing Blue Jays season, and this week Nick and Stoeten discuss the highlights and lowlights of what they said, and whether fans are ready to swallow another helping of what it feels to many has been sold to them for the last nine straight years. FOLLOW BLUE JAYS NATION! Webs…

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10 Key Raptors Stats w/ Keerthika Uthayakumar 1:00:27

22d ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Will and Alex are joined by Keerthika Uthayakumar as she shares 10 fun Raptors fun stats including: their strength of schedule to open the season, Scottie Barnes triple-double watch, competitive losses, number of starting lineups, the potential return of the bench mob, and more. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or e…

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React Pod: RJ Barrett and Jamal Shead impress in preseason win over Wizards 56:52

23d ago56:52

56:52

Will recaps Toronto’s 125-98 win over the Washington Wizards to open their pre-season schedule and discusses: Jamal Shead’s impressive performance, RJ Barrett’s strong start, and thoughts on Davion Mitchell, Jonathan Mogbo, Ulrich Chomche. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Jamal Shead, Kelly Olynyk MIG aka Most Important Guy: Nishay Seth (He gave us $5) Lea…

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React Pod: Gradey Dick, Ochai Agbaji standouts at Raptors Open Practice 35:51

25d ago35:51

35:51

Will recaps the Toronto Raptors' annual open practice at McGill University. Takeaways include Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji making their cases to start, RJ Barrett and Kelly Olynyk as the best players in the run, and a look at Raptors rookies Ulrich Chomche and Jonathan Mogbo. Three stars: Kelly Olynyk, RJ Barrett, Ochai Agbaji Most Important Guy ak…

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Matt Devlin on iconic on-air calls, championship memories, and Raptors nicknames 1:31:11

26d ago1:31:11

1:31:11

Will and Alex are joined by Matt Devlin to chat about: taking an optimistic view on the Raptors, his career journey, behind-the-scenes of his iconic Game 6 championship on-air call, new Raptors nicknames, and much more. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Vi…

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Scottie’s absence, Jakob’s comments, plus media day highlights from around the NBA! 48:32

28d ago48:32

48:32

We’re live from Montreal! Will and Alex discuss highlights from the first day of Raptors training camp including Scottie’s absence, Garrett Temple’s new hobby, and Jakob Poeltl’s comments from media day. Later, the two chat about whether LeBron and Bronny should go to work together, if the Clippers and Bucks are in trouble, and what Victor Wembanya…

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A conversation about the 2024 Blue Jays 49:21

1M ago49:21

49:21

The Blue Jays' season has mercifully over. But as a crucial offseason begins, fans seem to have little interest in showing mercy to those responsible for putting the team together—especially as it seems increasingly clear that President Mark Shapiro and GM Ross Atkins will continue to lead the club into 2025. This week Nick and Stoeten have a wide-…

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Navigating Midlife Divorce: The Three Friends You Need 10:49

1M ago10:49

10:49

Ever wondered how to reclaim your life and identity after a divorce in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or even 70s? Discover the secret weapons you need to navigate this unexpected chapter with grace and humor. Join Shari Leid as she reveals the three essential friends everyone needs: the one who spots your blind spots, the invaluable connector, and the friend…

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Raptors Media Day Takeaways! KAT Traded To New York 54:23

1M ago54:23

54:23

Will and Alex chat about Masai’s comments on rebuilding at Raptors media day, Scottie taking on a new leadership role, and what Darko expects from the roster in Year 2. Later, Will and Alex discuss Vince Carter’s appearance in Toronto on Friday and Karl-Anthony Towns being traded to the Knicks. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellow…

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Buns, Bandages, Bullpens, and Bo 56:53

1M ago56:53

56:53

Bo Bichette tries to play baseball in 2024. No-show Bichette. It's been a tough year for the Blue Jays' star shortstop, who had his season end last week after returning for just a single game following a two-month layoff. But it's been tough for a whole lot of people, hasn't it? Daulton Varsho just had surgery, several relievers are not going to re…

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Vince’s Jersey Retirement, Rogers Takes Over MLSE, Bruce Brown and Christian Koloko Update 57:19

1M ago57:19

57:19

One week away from the start of training camp, Will and Alex discuss Vince Carter’s retirement ceremony in November, the city edition jerseys, Bruce Brown’s injury, Christian Koloko signing with the Lakers, Rogers taking over the Raptors, Woj’s retirement, and more. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys…

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Bowden Franchise 46:47

2M ago46:47

46:47

Bowden Francis continues to pitch his way into the Jays' 2025 rotation, but what will happen to him now that his "personal catcher" is off the roster? PLUS: Davis Schneider's resurgence, Yariel Rodríguez's season, Addison Barger's tools, Chris Bassitt's comments, Heyman-Schneider nonsense, and more! FOLLOW BLUE JAYS NATION! Website: https://bluejay…

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The Summer ‘24 Music Playlist Banter Pod 58:14

2M ago58:14

58:14

Will, Alex, and Jerome share their respective 15-song playlist for the summer and chat about their evolving music tastes, how they’re still finding ways to discover new artists, Will’s love for Dead Prez, and more. Listen to the playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3B6qDFMAAsIdKViKC1gEvh?si=4bc822068bd94926 #playlist #music #summermusic…

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There's Bo Place Like Home 47:46

2M ago47:46

47:46

Bo Bichette has declared his desire to stay in Toronto long-term, and to win a championship with teammate Vladimir Guerrero Jr. It's a bold and surprising statement for a player long considered to be more willing than most to test free agency, but how important is it? Does it change anything? What does it really mean? Plus: Was keeping Chad Green a…

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The Way-Too-Early 2024-25 NBA Tiers 1:17:15

2M ago1:17:15

1:17:15

Will and Alex sort all 30 teams into their respective tiers and discuss what might derail Boston’s chances at a repeat, who should be the favorite in the West heading into the season, whether the Mavericks’ Finals run was a fluke, the Grizzlies and Pacers as potential surprise teams, what’s going on with the Clippers and Heat, which rebuilding team…

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Debating with Grace: Mastering the Art of Keeping Cool in Conflict 15:48

2M ago15:48

15:48

Ever felt like you're walking on a tightrope during a heated argument, just waiting to fall off? Today, we promise you'll master the delicate art of debating with grace and keeping your cool. Join Shari on "An Imperfectly Perfect Life: Life Unscripted" as she shares personal anecdotes and practical strategies for navigating conflicts without losing…

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10 Reasons To Be Excited About The ‘24-25 Raptors! 1:01:07

2M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Welcome to the official end of the summer. We’re less than 50 days from the start of the regular season and Will is ready for the Raptors season to start. On this episode, Will sits down with Alex and proposes 10 reasons to be excited for the upcoming season. They discuss Scottie’s All-NBA case, rookies most likely to break out, 30th anniversary pl…

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Are You Experienced? 51:34

2M ago51:34

51:34

The Blue Jays stuck with MLB's least experienced lineup of the season on Sunday, even when down one run in the ninth with a bench full of veterans. Does a team owe fans better, even in a lost season like this one? Nick and Stoeten talked all about it this week—but not before checking in on Bowden Francis, assessing the young hitters currently getti…

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The Actionist Life: Embrace Imperfection, Build Community, and Move Forward 8:53

2M ago8:53

8:53

Ever wondered how to transform the chaos of a major life transition into a springboard for a new beginning? Picture this: you're standing amidst the rubble of a broken relationship, feeling overwhelmed. Now, imagine turning that rubble into stepping stones for a brighter future. Join me, Shari Leid, as we explore how to embrace being an "actionist"…

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A New Hope 45:38

2M ago45:38

45:38

The Blue Jays have been MLB's sixth-best team by wRC+ in August. They're tied for seventh in home runs, and if you counted the four runs they scored when completing their June 26th game against the Red Sox on Monday they'd rank ninth. Suddenly they're... watchable? But what, if anything, does all that mean? PLUS: Bo's imminent return, Votto's depar…

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The August Banter Pod 2:13:17

2M ago2:13:17

2:13:17

Will, Alex, and Jerome answer questions about biggest player leaps on the Raptors roster, niche former players appearing for 30th anniversary celebrations, best pregame fits, most memorable Raptors games, what it means to have generational talent, and share emails from listeners on their fandom. Later, they chat about: tattoo ideas, generational we…

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