Best Open Continents Podcasts (2025)

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Ask OTC: The transfer window opens, Enzo Le Fée trades Rome for Sunderland, and what next for Julen Lopetegui? 30:07

4d ago30:07

30:07

The January transfer window has swung open so which players on the continent desperately need a move? Enzo Le Fée has swapped sunny Rome for... less sunny Sunderland, but how on earth did they convince him to come? Plus, what went wrong for João Pereira at Sporting? What's next for Julen Lopetegui after leaving West Ham? And is Carlos Corberán the …

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EP-199 PEDALING THE WORLD: Solo Bikepacking Around the Globe, TWICE with Jacob Lemanski 32:32

34m ago32:32

32:32

In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Jacob Lemanski, who shares the story of his awe-inspiring 999-day journey cycling 38,000 miles across six continents—twice! What started as a personal challenge to discover his limits turned into an epic adventure of resilience, exploration, and connection with people worldwide. Jacob re…

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Ask OTC: Omar Marmoush to Man City, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to PSG, and what has happened to Naby Keïta? 27:18

24m ago27:18

27:18

The January Transfer Window's gears are now firmly in motion with clubs starting to make progress on assembling their squads for the rest of the season. So what can Manchester City fans expect from their prospective new signing Omar Marmoush? And is PSG really the right destination for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia when the Parisians look well-stocked in t…

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Elevating Voices & Opening Doors for Artists: A Conversation with Tanya Weddemire 53:51

1h ago53:51

53:51

Tanya Weddemire, founder and CEO of the Tanya Weddemire Gallery, discusses her inspiring journey and the themes central to her work in the art world. Her gallery focuses on representing diverse perspectives while fostering community, creativity, and authenticity. This conversation offers insights into Tanya's entrepreneurial mindset and the gallery…

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Can Barcelona hop back to the top of La Liga? 51:55

20m ago51:55

51:55

Andy thinks that Barcelona have, at times, played the best football in Spain this season. So how are they six points off the top of the table? David Cartlidge joins Dotun and Andy to explain just that. Elsewhere, David tells us why Dortmund’s struggles should be blamed on the club, not Nuri Şahin. Plus, Andy gives us the most controversial food pai…

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EP-198 SEIZING THE DAY: Journey to the Montane Yukon Ultra Arctic Marathon with Kevin Crowe 30:36

2d ago30:36

30:36

In this episode of The 10 Adventures Podcast, we chat with Kevin Crowe, an incredible individual who is about to take on the Montane Yukon Ultra Arctic Marathon—a 700 km race across the Arctic, all to support his charity, Give a Mile. Kevin shares the powerful story behind his decision to challenge himself with this extreme race, including the loss…

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Are Milan relevant again? 49:22

8d ago49:22

49:22

After only two games as Milan manager Sérgio Conceição has won his first trophy. But is it too early to get excited or can Milan still make an impact in the second half of this season? Dotun, Andy and Nicky are tentatively optimistic. However, they're less optimistic about Barcelona. Andy reckons the failure to register Dani Olmo could damage Joan …

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Daily Steps, Big Visions: Key Insights for an Intentional Year 41:47

5d ago41:47

41:47

In this episode, Victoria reflects on the new year and the importance of setting intentions and goals. She emphasizes the need for self-reflection, balancing long-term visions with daily actions, and creating with intention. Victoria discusses the significance of mindset, curiosity, and living with intention while budgeting time and energy. She enc…

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EP-197 DESERT RESILIENCE: Running the Sahara and Beyond with Ray Zahab 31:02

9d ago31:02

31:02

In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Ray Zahab, a world-renowned ultrarunner and explorer, to talk about resilience, transformation, and pushing beyond perceived limits. Ray shares how he went from an uninspired lifestyle to conquering some of the world’s most extreme environments, running over 17,000 kilometers across dese…

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Ask OTC: Predicting our breakout stars of 2025, Victor Osimhen’s future, and is La Liga back? 29:03

11d ago29:03

29:03

Which European club needs the biggest January trolley dash? Who will be the breakout star of 2025? And is La Liga set to become the dominant league in Europe once more? Dotun, Andy and David are here with some answers and some bold predictions for your first Ask OTC of the new year! Plus, we return to one of the biggest stories of 2024 and answer t…

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What to expect from football in 2025 35:38

12d ago35:38

35:38

With Gianni Infantino's revised FIFA Club World Cup set to begin this year, are we going to see a fundamental change in how clubs approach a football calendar that is growing busier by the year. Plus, Pep Guardiola's style is under pressure, so are we at the dawn of a new tactical approach across Europe? Join Andy, David Cartlidge and Miguel Delane…

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EP-196 REFLECTING ON 2024: Key Lessons from 1 Year of Diverse Guests and Adventures 46:12

16d ago46:12

46:12

As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible stories and lessons shared on The 10Adventures Podcast this year. In this special episode, we sit down with Mico, our Show Producer, to recap the highlights from a diverse lineup of guests—world travelers, outdoor enthusiasts, and inspiring adventurers who’ve given us fres…

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Life, Love, and Business: Reflections on a Year of Growth & Self-Discovery 44:24

16d ago44:24

44:24

In this episode, Victoria reflects on the profound lessons she’s learned in 2024 and shares strategies for embracing personal growth, nurturing creativity, and maintaining balance. She opens up about rediscovering her independence after a major life transition, building healthier habits, and carving out space for rest and self-reflection. Victoria …

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Our highlights of 2024 29:33

18d ago29:33

29:33

It’s been another incredible year of football across Europe: Bayern’s reign of terror was finally ended, Jude Bellingham helped Real Madrid achieve La Decimoquinta and Lamine Yamal announced his arrival to the world at Euro 2024. Today, Dotun and Andy hear from our regular contributors who tell us all about their highlights of the year. Ask us a qu…

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OTC x The Sweeper: Stories you might have missed in 2024 31:05

19d ago31:05

31:05

There is always so much happening in European football and we’re never able to cover everything we would like to. Luckily, we’re joined by Lee Wingate and Paul Watson from The Sweeper who are experts in getting to those hard to reach spots from across world football. Today, they join Andy to bring you up to speed on some of the very best European f…

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EP-195 THE POWER OF A SABBATICAL: Rediscovering Joy and Embracing Nature with Xan Stofko 36:32

23d ago36:32

36:32

In this episode, we sit down with Xan Stofko to explore what happens when you take a bold step away from a life that doesn’t feel right and give yourself permission to discover who you truly are. Xan shares her incredible journey, from a career in insurance to a life-changing sabbatical in New Zealand that opened the door to self-discovery, joy, an…

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Ask OTC: Marcus Rashford eyes a move, Vieira brings stability to Genoa, and will Como sign Dele Alli? 29:20

25d ago29:20

29:20

Marcus Rashford has said it's time for a new challenge, so which European clubs should be eyeing him up? Patrick Vieira has coached Genoa to three consecutive clean sheets, but is it enough to keep them in Serie A? Plus, Real Sociedad's Álex Remiro impresses in goal, Dele Alli is set to train with Cesc Fàbregas' Como, and we pick which of this seas…

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Finding Harmony in Chaos & Creating Intuitively with Jalena Hay, Laura Cleary Williams and Brittney Ciccone 27:09

26d ago27:09

27:09

Artists Jalena Hay, Laura Cleary Williams, and Brittney Ciccone discuss their creative methodologies and the themes of their exhibition Eternal Cycles at Warren's Contemporary. This powerful exhibition features the work of Laura, Jalena, and Brittney, three contemporary artists exploring themes of impermanence, change, and the cyclical nature of li…

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The real Inter have now stood up 48:13

26d ago48:13

48:13

Lazio 0 Inter 6. Is this the result which is going to fire Inter Milan to back-to-back Serie A titles? Dotun, Andy and David Cartlidge think it might do just that. Elsewhere, Barcelona and Real Madrid both gift-wrapped an early Christmas present for Atlético Madrid, but how have Diego Simeone’s men made it back into the La Liga title race? Plus, An…

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EP-194 ROCKY MOUNTAIN JOURNEY: Embracing Adventure, Family, and Filmmaking with Meghan Ward 33:10

30d ago33:10

33:10

In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Meghan Ward—writer, filmmaker, and adventurer—whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. We explore her memoir, Lights to Guide Me Home, which chronicles her physical and emotional journey, starting with a move to the Rocky Mountains that changed her life forever. Meghan shares how her…

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Ask OTC: Bellingham's back, boring Juventus, and Thomas Müller's future 25:48

1M ago25:48

25:48

After a tricky start to the season, is Jude Bellingham back to his best? And after impressing earlier in the campaign, have Juventus become the most boring team in Europe? Plus, the future of Thomas Müller at Bayern, Christian Pulisic suffers an injury, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain returns! Join Dotun, Andy, and Lars Sivertsen as they answer your qu…

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Thriving as an Artist & Uplifting Fellow Creatives Through Collaboration with Greg Mike 43:13

1M ago43:13

43:13

Greg Mike, a visual artist and founder of ABV Gallery, discusses his creative journey, the challenges of building a gallery in Atlanta, and preparing for his solo exhibition. He shares insights on finding joy in the creative process, balancing personal and professional life, and fostering community through collaboration. Here’s what we discuss: 1. …

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New format, unexpected consequences 46:53

1M ago46:53

46:53

We’re six games into the new-look Champions League. How come some of the “minnows” are flying and some of the big clubs aren’t having it all their own way? Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen are on the hunt to find out… Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com. For ad-free shows, head over to our Pat…

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OTC Special: Meet FC St. Pauli, the club changing football 31:51

1M ago31:51

31:51

Welcome to Millerntor, the home of FC St. Pauli. Millerntor isn’t just St. Pauli’s stadium, but it is their prize asset in terms of building a sustainable and successful future for Europe’s most fashionable club. St. Pauli are not like other clubs, and even though they are not alone in struggling to keep up with the financial demands of modern foot…

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EP-193 LIVING AS AN OUTSIDER: Exploring Dag Aabyes' Life of Extremes with Brett Popplewell 41:23

1M ago41:23

41:23

In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Brett Popplewell, author of Outsider: An Old Man, A Mountain, and the Search for a Hidden Past. Brett takes us on a journey through the fascinating life of Dag Aabye, a man who defies aging by competing in grueling endurance races well into his 70s and living a minimalist, off-the-grid l…

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Ask OTC: RB Leipzig in trouble, Amorim-less Sporting, and Real Madrid's latest rising star 29:17

1M ago29:17

29:17

RB Leipzig suffer a heavy defeat at home to Wolfsburg, so how long can Marco Rose keep his job? João Pereira's Sporting suffer a humiliating defeat to Santa Clara, so is he really ready for the job? Plus, Raúl Asencio thriving in the deep end, the puzzling Samuel Chukwueze, and our favourite playmakers on the continent. Join Dotun, Andy & Nicky Ban…

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Blip? What blip? 48:41

1M ago48:41

48:41

What defines a blip and have Barcelona just recovered from one? Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini disagree over just that question on today’s OTC. Elsewhere, Nicky explains why there is no need to worry about Claudio Ranieri at Roma just yet, despite only having one point from three games. Plus, who is the best player in the Bundesliga? It’s not who yo…

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Leading with Intuition & Purpose: A Journey Through the Art World with Elisabeth Johs 39:56

1M ago39:56

39:56

Elisabeth Johs, founder and director of JO-HS Gallery, shares her journey as a gallery owner, the importance of intuition in business decisions, and the challenges and rewards of managing a gallery while building a trusted community of artists and collaborators. Here’s what we discuss: 1. Elisabeth emphasizes the importance of trusting her intuitio…

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OTC Special: How sportswashing took over football 34:54

1M ago34:54

34:54

Football could be considered the most popular cultural pursuit that has ever existed. So should we be surprised that – perhaps more than any other sport – it is routinely used to gain political and cultural soft power? Today, Miguel Delaney tells Dotun and Andy all about his new book, States of Play, which gets to the bottom of sportswashing and as…

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EP-192 COMBINING ART AND ADVENTURE: Finding Inspiration on the Open Road with Celt Duk 23:33

1M ago23:33

23:33

In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we chat with artist and adventurer Celt Duk, who transformed her love of cycling into an extraordinary four-and-a-half-month solo journey from Montreal to the Beaufort Sea in the Canadian Arctic. Celt shares how her connection to nature, family stories of cycling, and the pandemic ignited her desire for …

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Paving the Way for Emerging Artists: Fostering Collector Relationships & Strengthening Community with Marlee Katz Snow 44:39

2M ago44:39

44:39

Marlee Katz Snow is a curator, art advisor, and the founder of Collect Bean, a digital platform designed to make art collecting more accessible. She previously ran Tchotchke Gallery in Brooklyn, which focused on supporting emerging artists and building community. In this episode, Marlee discusses her transition from running a physical gallery to la…

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Ask OTC: Atalanta are at it again, Lewandowski's European century, and are FC Utrecht the real deal? 24:16

2M ago24:16

24:16

Atalanta thrashed Young Boys 6-1 in the Champions League this week, so how do they so often punch above their weight? After Robert Lewandowski reached 100 European goals, is he one of the all-time greats? Plus, FC Utrecht defying the odds, Pep Ljinders’ struggles in Salzburg continues, and can Tammy Abraham get back to his best at AC Milan? Join Do…

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The Emperors’ New Clothes 49:08

2M ago49:08

49:08

Dotun, Andy and David Cartlidge look over a chastening week for a few European giants and try to work out what Real Madrid need to do to rediscover that magic - will working on the relationship between Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham prove enough? Elsewhere, PSG’s young forwards struggle to fill the void Mbappé left, as Luis Enrique’s spiky demea…

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EP-191 WALKING FOR A CAUSE: A Journey Around Ireland with Patrick Davies 43:17

2M ago43:17

43:17

In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Davies, an avid long-distance walker and returning guest. Patrick shares his incredible journey circumnavigating Ireland on foot to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Research UK, inspired by his father’s battle with dementia. We explore what it’s like to take on such an ambitious trek,…

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Ask OTC: Vieira joins Balotelli at Genoa, no offers for Guardiola in Europe, and Bradley Barcola’s rise to stardom 26:10

2M ago26:10

26:10

Patrick Vieira links up with his old teammate Mario Balotelli at Genoa, but can he be the man to save them from the drop? Pep Guardiola is set to sign a new contract at Manchester City, but why were no European clubs in the race for his signature? Plus, Bradley Barcola continues to show all the right signs, Randal Kolo Muani reaches a crossroad, an…

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Could Lyon be relegated? 50:34

2M ago50:34

50:34

Lyon have been handed a “provisional relegation” by Ligue 1’s financial regulators. But what does this mean and could they really go down? Dotun, Andy and Jonathan Johnson debate whether Lyon will still be in Ligue 1 come the start of next season. Before that though, it’s been an exciting week in the Nations League, but which countries are best pla…

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Collaborating Across Continents: Discovering Endless Possibilities for Visual Storytelling with Meredith Starr & Dayna Levitt 48:23

2M ago48:23

48:23

Meredith Starr and Dayna Levitt are artists behind the Are You There? project, a collaborative initiative born during the pandemic that combines their unique perspectives through visual storytelling. Their journey serves as a testament to the power of collaboration, community, and the endless possibilities within the artistic process. Here’s what w…

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Rúben Amorim: Everything you need to know 34:25

2M ago34:25

34:25

Rúben Amorim is officially the new Manchester United manager. He joins after four years and two league titles at Sporting, but what can we learn from this? Portuguese football expert Miguel Pereira joins Andy Brassell to explain why he thinks Amorim will be a success at Old Trafford. Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us …

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EP-190 CYCLING BRITAIN: Conquering Health Challenges and Rediscovering Freedom with Ann Whatmore 34:05

2M ago34:05

34:05

In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Ann Whatmore, who recently cycled an astonishing 4,000 kilometers across the UK. What makes her journey even more remarkable is that she lives with severe eosinophilic asthma, a condition that once left her struggling with daily tasks, let alone cycling. Ann shares how she…

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Ask OTC: Ranieri's return to Roma, Militão and Icardi suffer ACL injuries, and Fiorentina are flying! 27:01

2M ago27:01

27:01

Roma have brought Claudio 'dilly ding, dilly dong' Ranieri out of retirement, but can he really be their long-term solution? Elsewhere, Éder Militão and Mauro Icardi both suffer ACL injuries, so where do Real Madrid and Galatasaray go from here? Plus, Fiorentina are exceeding expectations under Raffaele Palladino, Lyon beat Saint-Étienne in Le Derb…

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Rising Together Through Art: Healing & Transformation in Uncertain Times 11:54

2M ago11:54

11:54

In this episode, Victoria encourages listeners to take space to process their emotions, emphasizing that it’s okay to rest, seek connection, or lean into creative work as a form of healing. She highlights the importance of allowing oneself to feel deeply, especially in challenging times. Victoria reminds artists that their creative practice can be …

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Tight at the top in Serie A 51:48

2M ago51:48

51:48

One point separates the top five teams in Serie A. But who is best placed to challenge Inter for the Scudetto? Andy gets David Cartlidge and Nicky Bandini to revealed their thoughts on who might be in the title race come the end of the season. Elsewhere, it’s been an explosive week for Roberto De Zerbi, Nicky explains how he could be feeling the pr…

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EP-189 REWRITING LIFE’S SCRIPT: From Stability to Full-Time Travel with YouTubers Nicole and Mico 55:25

2M ago55:25

55:25

In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we chat with Nicole and Mico, a husband-and-wife team who left stable careers to pursue their dreams of full-time travel and adventure. They share the story of how a one-year travel plan morphed into a YouTube channel and a whole new lifestyle, now accompanied by their adorable dog, Evie. With candid mom…

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Ask OTC: Leverkusen’s struggles, Sporting move on from Amorim, and football’s role in Spain’s flood recovery 28:40

2M ago28:40

28:40

More midweek action for us to get stuck into, as Xabi Alonso’s Bayer Leverkusen suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of his former employers. Where has their form from last season gone?! Plus, Sporting move on from Rúben Amorim, so who’s next? Plus, why Girona have struggled to maintain last season’s form, who’s the best defensive midfielder in Eur…

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Run Los Blancos Run 50:08

2M ago50:08

50:08

Has Paulo Fonseca turned a corner at Milan? Lars Sivertsen tells Dotun and Andy that the underlying numbers are looking good for the Rossoneri. The underlying numbers for Real Madrid, however, are less pretty… Elsewhere, Atlético stole the three points off PSG but Andy fears Diego Simeone’s men still have plenty of flaws they need to address. Plus,…

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EP-188 JETLAG JUNKIE: Exploring Purpose, Adventure, and Belonging Through Travel with Jeff Johns 40:12

2M ago40:12

40:12

In this episode of the 10Adventures podcast, we sit down with Jeff Johns, author of Jet Lag Junkie, to explore how travel reshaped his life and worldview. Jeff takes us on a journey from his days as a lost college student with ADHD to becoming a globe-trotting adventurer who has visited nearly 100 countries. Along the way, he found purpose in disas…

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Ask OTC: Diego Simeone’s replacement, Mario Balotelli’s return and what’s going wrong at Roma? 24:02

3M ago24:02

24:02

Dotun, Nicky Bandini and David Cartlidge dive into your curious continental queries, and they begin with another edition of what seems to have become an annual question: should Atlético Madrid be searching for Diego Simeone’s replacement? Elsewhere, we discuss the chaotic mess at Roma, who were dusted up by a former academy prospect at the weekend,…

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What’s going on at Real Madrid? 48:38

3M ago48:38

48:38

Real Madrid boycotted the Ballon d’Or after Rodri beat Vinicius Jr to the main prize. Were they right to do so or was it a convenient distraction after they lost 4-0 to Barcelona? Today, Dotun Adebayo, Nicky Bandini and David Cartlidge explain why they don’t support Real Madrid’s decision to skip the ceremony. Elsewhere, Antonio Conte’s Napoli are …

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EP-187 PADDLE TO THE ARCTIC: Exploring North America’s Wild Waterways with Jonathon Rau and Zach Fritz 43:42

3M ago43:42

43:42

In this episode, we sit down with Jonathon Rau and Zach Fritz, two passionate adventurers who take us deep into the heart of their latest expedition: paddling a remarkable 4,400-kilometer route through some of North America’s wildest landscapes. Starting at Zach’s family cabin in Big Falls, Minnesota, this journey reflects a lifelong connection to …

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Ask OTC: Vinícius for the Ballon d’Or, Şahin’s Dortmund collapses, and a return for Francesco Totti? 21:39

3M ago21:39

21:39

Vinícius Júnior is the favourite for the Ballon d”Or, but has he actually been the best player in the world? Meanwhile, Nuri Şahin’s Borussia Dortmund looked good against Real Madrid until they didn’t - was it an embarrassment for the Dortmund coach? Plus, Monaco’s unbeaten streak continues, there’s a second giant on the horizon in Paris, and could…

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