Best Pat Barker Podcasts (2024)

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EP 234 - Gassed & Juicy (ft. Pat Barker) 1:27:42

15d ago1:27:42

1:27:42

Follow Pat Barker: https://instagram.com/thepatbarker https://instagram.com/rblcommish Hit the LinkTree for all things Mean Boys: https://linktr.ee/meanboyspodcast Send us an e-mail at meanboyspodcast@gmail.com Leave us a voicemail at (562) 584-6326 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Dougie Anderson, Lynsey Hooper, Mark G Smith, Martin Bayfield 1:05:06

1h ago1:05:06

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Broadcaster Dougie Anderson, former England rugby player Martin Bayfield, football reporter and presenter Lynsey Hooper, and comedian and writer Mark G Smith join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in convi…

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EP 236 - Primordius Flub (ft. Nicole Becannon) 1:25:16

18h ago1:25:16

1:25:16

Follow Nicole Becannon: https://www.instagram.com/nicolebecannon/?hl=en Hit the LinkTree for all things Mean Boys: https://linktr.ee/meanboyspodcast Send us an e-mail at meanboyspodcast@gmail.com Leave us a voicemail at (562) 584-6326 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Keith Carey, Connor McSpadden & Tom Goss

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Ep. 114: The PTSD Pod 1:12:33

1d ago1:12:33

1:12:33

With the regular season wrapped up, Pat brings on special guests John Ajodah and Malia Simon to relive their infamous RBL battle! There's lots to discuss as well as two bonus battle breakdowns with our guests!What are you favorite John and Malia battles from this year?Who had your favorite NYC battle?Let us know in the comments! Pat Barker, the Roa…

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Pod extra with Booker Prize winner Samantha Harvey 18:33

1d ago18:33

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This year's winner of the Booker Prize is British author Samantha Harvey for her fifth novel, Orbital. The Booker judges were unanimous in their decision. Orbital is set in the International Space Station and takes a bird's eye view of the earth as it orbits the world over a 24 hour period. The reader meets six astronauts and cosmonauts as they gra…

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Strengthening Men’s Souls (Guest: Fr. Wade Menezes, CPM) 41:00

3d ago41:00

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Join us as we dive into Fr. Wade Menezes’s powerful new devotional for men, packed with daily insights and practical advice. Discover how Scripture and saintly wisdom can equip you to tackle life’s challenges, strengthen your faith, and live out your true purpose. Ready to elevate your spiritual journey? Tune in!…

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Strengthening Men’s Souls (Guest: Fr. Wade Menezes, CPM) 41:00

3d ago41:00

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Join us as we dive into Fr. Wade Menezes’s powerful new devotional for men, packed with daily insights and practical advice. Discover how Scripture and saintly wisdom can equip you to tackle life’s challenges, strengthen your faith, and live out your true purpose. Ready to elevate your spiritual journey? Tune in!Fr. Wade L. J. Menezes, CPM is a mem…

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Garry Disher, Emily Maguire and David Dyer on a milestone, a myth and the moon landing 54:06

3d ago54:06

54:06

Australian crime writer Garry Disher has been writing for almost 50 years but has only recently been able to make a living and now he's published his 60th book, Sanctuary. Emily Maguire explores the medieval urban legend of a female pope in Rapture and in his novel, This Kingdom of Dust, David Dyer imagines what might've happened if the Apollo 11 m…

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Justin Moorhouse, Paul McNamee, Martin Kelner, Rachel Burden 1:04:36

5d ago1:04:36

1:04:36

The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee, journalist and presenter Martin Kelner, 5 Live breakfast host Rachel Burden, and comedian Justin Moorhouse join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the fi…

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EP 235 - Sex Tom 1:24:27

8d ago1:24:27

1:24:27

Hit the LinkTree for all things Mean Boys: https://linktr.ee/meanboyspodcast Send us an e-mail at meanboyspodcast@gmail.com Leave us a voicemail at (562) 584-6326 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Keith Carey, Connor McSpadden & Tom Goss

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Ep. 113: The Thrilling Conclusion 1:33:19

9d ago1:33:19

1:33:19

It's Week 35 of the RBL and our season has come to an end! Moses and Pat talk about their time in Barcelona, reflect on the season and what's to come! Some big names this week and some drama addressed!Who had your favorite battle this season?What city did you route for?Let us know in the comments! Pat Barker, the Roast Battle Commissioner breaks do…

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Your ultimate guide to the Booker Prize 54:06

10d ago54:06

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For the first time in a decade, an Australian writer, Charlotte Wood has made the Booker Prize shortlist with her novel Stone Yard Devotional. Hear from Charlotte and the other shortlisted writers, including Rachel Kushner and Percival Everett, and find out who we think will win. The Booker Prize is the most prestigious writing prize in the English…

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Felicity Ward, Guvna B, Nethanell Mitchell-Blake, Reece Parkinson 1:04:18

14d ago1:04:18

1:04:18

Felicity Ward, Guvna B, Nethanell Mitchell-Blake and Reece Parkinson fight for punditry points whilst discussing the world of sport with Rick Edwards.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Ep.: 112 1:21:11

17d ago1:21:11

1:21:11

It's Week 34 of the RBL and Brian Moses is joined by special guest Paige Wesley! They break down some heavyweight battles, drama in LA (with some joke lifting) and much more!Who's going to win the International East?What was your favorite battle?Let us know in the comments! Pat Barker, the Roast Battle Commissioner breaks down the best Roast Battle…

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Hope in the Streets (Guest: Bob Lesnefsky) 1:01:27

16d ago1:01:27

1:01:27

Join us as we sit down with Bob Lesnefsky, founder of Vagabond Missions, to uncover the stories behind his journey. From the streets of New York to cities across the U.S., Bob shares powerful insights on bringing faith, hope, and transformation to inner-city teens.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word

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Hope in the Streets (Guest: Bob Lesnefsky) 1:02:00

16d ago1:02:00

1:02:00

Join us as we sit down with Bob Lesnefsky, founder of Vagabond Missions, to uncover the stories behind his journey. From the streets of New York to cities across the U.S., Bob shares powerful insights on bringing faith, hope, and transformation to inner-city teens.By Power and Witness

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Robbie Arnott, Fiona McFarlane and Malcolm Knox on wild cats, crime and satire 54:06

17d ago54:06

54:06

A wild puma stalks through Robbie Arnott's haunting new novel, Dusk, Fiona McFarlane's homage to true crime podcasts in Highway 13 and Malcolm Knox raises the stakes in a Soviet era political thriller, The First Friend. Australian author Robbie Arnott has published four novels, and two of them — The Rain Heron and Limberlost — have been shortlisted…

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Bob Mills, Dean Ashton, Jim White, Swarzy Macaly 1:03:06

19d ago1:03:06

1:03:06

Former footballer Dean Ashton, sports journalist Jim White, TV and radio presenter Swarzy Macaly, and comedian Bob Mills join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top tw…

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EP 233 - Toilet People (ft. Fifi Dosch) 1:42:03

22d ago1:42:03

1:42:03

Follow Fifi Dosch: http://instagram.com/fifidosch Hit the LinkTree for all things Mean Boys: https://linktr.ee/meanboyspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Keith Carey, Connor McSpadden & Tom Goss

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Ep. 111: Murder at the Mothership 1:19:46

24d ago1:19:46

1:19:46

Brian Moses and Pat Barker are in LA discussing the best of week 33! We have some familiar faces this week, a ruthless wildcard battle and some special appearances from around the world!How are you ordering the top 3 this week?What was your favorite joke?Let us know in the comments! Pat Barker, the Roast Battle Commissioner breaks down the best Roa…

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Tim Winton's call to action in Juice 54:06

24d ago54:06

54:06

Tim Winton explains his urgency for writing about climate change in his new novel Juice, beware the evil eye in Matia, the debut novel of West Australian writer Emily Tsokos Purtill and singer-songwriter turned novelist, Nardi Simpson, explains the ambition of her second novel The Belburd. Tim Winton shares the anger and frustration that compelled …

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Danny Mcloughlin, Izzy Christiansen, Katie Smith, Liam MacDevitt 1:00:16

27d ago1:00:16

1:00:16

English former footballer Izzy Christiansen, sports reporter Katie Smith, presenter and former footballer Liam MacDevitt, and comedian Danny Mcloughlin join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction.…

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EP 232 - Stepdad Button (ft. Paige Wesley) 1:44:08

29d ago1:44:08

1:44:08

Follow Paige Wesley: https://linktr.ee/paigewesley Hit the LinkTree for all things Mean Boys: https://linktr.ee/meanboyspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Keith Carey, Connor McSpadden & Tom Goss

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Ep. 110: "Do I have to explain 9/11???" 1:34:14

1M ago1:34:14

1:34:14

Pat and Moses are back in LA to break down Week 32 of the RBL and they get deep with some stats throughout the League! Lot's of battlers in the MVP race and this week we have some heavy hitters in the top 7!How would you rank this weeks top 7?What was your favorite battle(s)?Let us know in the comments! Pat Barker, the Roast Battle Commissioner bre…

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On the Demonic (Guest: Fr. Dave Tomaszycki) 43:30

1M ago43:30

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In 1974, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen expressed his intention to write a book on the demonic, but the project never materialized. Fr. Dave Tomaszycki, a priest of the Archdiocese of Detroit and current priest-secretary to Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron, took on the task of compiling and editing Sheen's intended work, using Sheen's own words to bring th…

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On the Demonic (Guest: Fr. Dave Tomaszycki) 43:00

1M ago43:00

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In 1974, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen expressed his intention to write a book on the demonic, but the project never materialized. Fr. Dave Tomaszycki, a priest of the Archdiocese of Detroit and current priest-secretary to Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron, took on the task of compiling and editing Sheen's intended work, using Sheen's own words to bring th…

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Grande Dames Pat Barker and Kate Atkinson 54:06

1M ago54:06

54:06

Former Booker Prize winner Pat Barker grapples with the lot of Cassandra in her latest Ancient Greek novel, The Voyage Home and Life After Life author, Kate Atkinson, returns to her famous character Jackson Brodie in Death at the Sign of The Rook. Plus debut novelist Raeden Richardson on the importance of Melbourne's iconic Degraves Street in The D…

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Friday's Fresh Track - October 4, 2024 (Dani Elwell) 4:34

1M ago4:34

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Friday's Fresh Track - October 4, 2024 (Dani Elwell) by JAZZ.FM91By JAZZ.FM91

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The Natural Law in Our Culture (Guest: Dr. Jemy Gatdula) 45:33

1M ago45:33

45:33

Dr. Jemy Gatdula is the dean of the Institute of Law of the University of Asia and the Pacific and is a Philippine Judicial Academy lecturer for constitutional philosophy and jurisprudence. He read international law at the University of Cambridge.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word

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EP 231 - Big Larry (feat. Anna Valenzuela) 1:36:25

1M ago1:36:25

1:36:25

Buy Anna's album Murderpuss: https://tr.ee/uDpzYRhCV9 Hit the LinkTree for all things Mean Boys: https://linktr.ee/meanboyspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Keith Carey, Connor McSpadden & Tom Goss

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The Natural Law in Our Culture (Guest: Dr. Jemy Gatdula) 46:00

1M ago46:00

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Dr. Jemy Gatdula is the dean of the Institute of Law of the University of Asia and the Pacific and is a Philippine Judicial Academy lecturer for constitutional philosophy and jurisprudence. He read international law at the University of Cambridge.By Power and Witness

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Ep. 109: The Biggest Bomb in Comedy History?! 1:32:14

1M ago1:32:14

1:32:14

Frank Castillo joins the commish to break down week 31's battles! Some big moves internationally, a fan favorite makes a return and the biggest bomb in comedy history?!How would you rank them?What was your favorite joke of the week?Let us know in the comments below! Pat Barker, the Roast Battle Commissioner breaks down the best Roast Battles from a…

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Onyi Nwabineli, Ella Baxter and Melanie Cheng on Mumflencers, stalkers and rabbits 54:06

1M ago54:06

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British author Onyi Nwabineli explores the scars of a child influencer in Allow Me to Introduce Myself, Ella Baxter writes back to her stalker in Woo Woo, and Melanie Cheng's The Burrow, a gentle novel about grief and a rabbit. Onyi Nwabineli is a British novelist who tackles the minefield of mumfluencers and child stars in her second novel, Allow …

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Remember the Unborn (Guest: Dr. Pat Castle) 1:19:38

1M ago1:19:38

1:19:38

Dr. Pat Castle is the founder of Life Runners, the world’s largest Pro-Life team with 24,200+ teammates who wear “Remember The Unborn” jerseys as a public witness in 3,500+ cities. Pat is an inspiring Pro-Life force through faith, activism, and education.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word

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Remember the Unborn (Guest: Dr. Pat Castle) 1:20:00

1M ago1:20:00

1:20:00

Dr. Pat Castle is the founder of Life Runners, the world’s largest Pro-Life team with 24,200+ teammates who wear “Remember The Unborn” jerseys as a public witness in 3,500+ cities. Pat is an inspiring Pro-Life force through faith, activism, and education.By Power and Witness

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EP 230 - The Inglewood Flute Fellowship 1:44:54

1M ago1:44:54

1:44:54

Hall-O-Mean Live, 10/18, Los Angeles: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-mean-boys-podcast-presents-hall-o-mean-2024-tickets-1032157068577?aff=oddtdtcreator Hit the LinkTree for all things Mean Boys: https://linktr.ee/meanboyspodcast Send us an e-mail at meanboyspodcast@gmail.com Leave us a voicemail at (562) 584-6326 Learn more about your ad choices…

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Ep. 180: The One That Got Away 1:34:57

2M ago1:34:57

1:34:57

It's week 30 and the boys have a special guest! Alexis Fawx joins us in studio to break down this weeks top 7 videos! NYC and LA are American favorites but the International East is in a heated battle! Who's coming out on top? Also, a special guest appearance at #1!?How would you rank them?What was your favorite joke of the week?Let us know in the …

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Writing with an agenda — Laura Jean McKay, Laurie Steed and Chemutai Glasheen 54:06

2M ago54:06

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Today we take to you to two writers festivals: In Perth, Laura Jean McKay, Laurie Steed and Chemutai Glasheen reflect on what it means to bring their convictions to the page, and by the seaside in Sorrento, Victoria, poet, essayist and short story writer Nam Le retraces his roots as a storyteller. At the Perth Festival Writers Weekend, Claire Nicho…

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The Biblical Case for the Catholic Church (Guest: Tom Nash) 1:01:48

2M ago1:01:48

1:01:48

Thomas J. Nash is a Contributing Apologist and Speaker for Catholic Answers and a Contributing Blogger for the National Catholic Register. He is the author of What Did Jesus Do?: The Biblical Roots of the Catholic Church, The Biblical Roots of the Mass, To Whom Shall We Go?: The Biblical Case for the Catholic Church (Emmaus Road, 2024), and the Cat…

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The Biblical Case for the Catholic Church (Guest: Tom Nash) 1:02:00

2M ago1:02:00

1:02:00

Thomas J. Nash is a Contributing Apologist and Speaker for Catholic Answers and a Contributing Blogger for the National Catholic Register. He is the author of What Did Jesus Do?: The Biblical Roots of the Catholic Church, The Biblical Roots of the Mass, To Whom Shall We Go?: The Biblical Case for the Catholic Church (Emmaus Road, 2024), and the Cat…

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EP 229 - Scumbag Jeopardy (feat. Ramsey Badawi) 1:30:13

2M ago1:30:13

1:30:13

Hit the LinkTree for all things Mean Boys: https://linktr.ee/meanboyspodcast Send us an e-mail at meanboyspodcast@gmail.com Leave us a voicemail at (562) 584-6326 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Keith Carey, Connor McSpadden & Tom Goss

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Ep. 107: Hit The Prostate Button 1:33:32

2M ago1:33:32

1:33:32

Week 29 is here and the top 3 are up for debate! We have some heavy hitters doing battle this week and Pat and Moses discuss the top 7 in RBL Weekly.How would you rank them?What was your favorite joke of the week?Let us know in the comments below! Pat Barker, the Roast Battle Commissioner breaks down the best Roast Battles from across the world on …

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Insight into the Life of Blessed Carlo Acutis (Guest: Courtney Mares) 35:34

2M ago35:34

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Courtney Mares is a Rome Correspondent for Catholic News Agency. A graduate of Harvard University, she has reported from news bureaus on three continents and was awarded the Gardner Fellowship for her work with North Korean refugees. She is the author of “Blessed Carlo Acutis: A Saint in Sneakers.”By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word

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Insight into the Life of Blessed Carlo Acutis (Guest: Courtney Mares) 36:00

2M ago36:00

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Courtney Mares is a Rome Correspondent for Catholic News Agency. A graduate of Harvard University, she has reported from news bureaus on three continents and was awarded the Gardner Fellowship for her work with North Korean refugees. She is the author of “Blessed Carlo Acutis: A Saint in Sneakers.”By Power and Witness

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Rumaan Alam — why we don't talk about money 54:06

2M ago54:06

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Bestselling author of Leave the World Behind, Rumaan Alam explores money obsession in his novel Entitlement, plus Jock Serong gets magical in Cherrywood and writer-doctor Jumaana Abdu's debut novel, Translations. American author, Rumaan Alam's bestselling last book, Leave the World Behind, was adapted to the screen starring Julia Roberts and Ethan …

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What is Madonna House? (Guest: Veronica Ferri) 36:47

2M ago36:47

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Meet Veronica Ferri from the Madonna House, a lay apostolate founded by Catherine Doherty in Canada.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word

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What is Madonna House? (Guest: Veronica Ferri) 37:00

2M ago37:00

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Meet Veronica Ferri from the Madonna House, a lay apostolate founded by Catherine Doherty in Canada.By Power and Witness

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Ep. 106: Live From Tokyo 1:33:52

2M ago1:33:52

1:33:52

Sorry for the late start!It's week 28 and Pat Barker is hosting RBL Weekly live in Tokyo for 2024! Pat is joined this week by battlers Jay Yamaki, Shota Saimu, James Regal, Keith Carey, Yurie Collins and Bill Miller to talk about the festival and watch some of the top battles!How would you rank them?What was your favorite joke of the week?Let us kn…

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EP 228 - Ferret Law 1:14:01

2M ago1:14:01

1:14:01

Hit the LinkTree for all things Mean Boys: https://linktr.ee/meanboyspodcast Send us an e-mail at meanboyspodcast@gmail.com Leave us a voicemail at (562) 584-6326 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Keith Carey, Connor McSpadden & Tom Goss

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What is Madonna House? (Guests: Victoria Fausto & Jeremiah Barker) 57:35

2M ago57:35

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Meet Victoria Fausto and Jeremiah Barker from the Madonna House, a lay apostolate founded by Catherine Doherty in Canada.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word

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