Best The Underdogs Opinion Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 24: Indie Bookstore Weekend! 44:15

3d ago44:15

44:15

In anticipation of Indie Bookstore Weekend (April 26-28, 2024), Mere and McCall are sharing 10 reasons to shop with us for Indie Bookstore Weekend! We'd love to see you at either shop if you're nearby in Birmingham, or shop online or through the app! Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt Bad Therapy by Abigail Shrier The Age of Magical Overthinking …

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Episode 23: Minisode + Free Therapy 23:38

9d ago23:38

23:38

It's a break in format this week as A Little Bookish shares its first mini-episode. This week Mere and McCall share their Little Things. This minisode might also serve as a checklist of things you can do today to bring you joy, but we'll let you be the judge of that! Some links! Song Machine: Inside the Hit Factory by John Seabrook Hit Makers by De…

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Episode 22: Underdog Stories 52:50

19d ago52:50

52:50

Who doesn't love an underdog story?! Mere and McCall are back this week to talk about the books with great comebacks, relisient characters, and, sometimes, that one shining moment! Find the full-list of books discussed on our shownotes page! Thanks for listening. Remember to shop with us through the Little Professor app or website!…

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Episode 21: A Blast from the Past 1:07:41

25d ago1:07:41

1:07:41

Abercrombie & Fitch was the forerunner of "free smells" (sorry, Jimmy Johns), and AIM was the original flirty platform of youths before snapchat – join us for more blasts from the past as we talk about nostalgic tent-poles of our growing-up years and chat about nostalgic books. Buy Kate Kennedy's, "One in a Millennial" and join us for book club! Fu…

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Episode 20: March in Review 1:03:29

1M ago1:03:29

1:03:29

It's the end of the month and McCall and Mere are talking about their March highlights! The gals review: - The most sold book(s) this month - Favorite shop moment - The best thing they read - The best thing they watched - The best thing they ate - The best thing they bought Full show notes here: https://littleprofessorbookshop.com/blogs/news/march-…

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A Tale as Old as Time 1:00:12

1M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

This week Mere and McCall are talking about what they're reading over Spring Break, a quick fly-over of what the Bachelor contestants are reading and what books they would list on a reality-tv profile, plus they talk about a few fiction and non-fiction titles to read that have no shortage of royal drama. Don't miss the events we have in the shop(s)…

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Spring Break Reads: RomComs (kind of...) 1:18:24

2M ago1:18:24

1:18:24

Here's some irony, McCall and Mere recorded a RomCom podcast and didn't actually talk about any rom com novels. But, they talked about a plethora of things from what makes a great romcom, to a relationship quiz, the common tropes that best describe their current relationships, and books that are not rom coms but are full of love! Plus, a heartfelt …

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Spring Break Reads: Mystery/Thriller 1:06:04

2M ago1:06:04

1:06:04

You're in for a treat this week as Mere and McCall discuss 5 new mystery/thriller novels ranging from cozy mysteries to spooky thrillers! Not only are the ladies talking books but they are also uncovering who would make the best spy, detective, and murderer(!). Complete with a retraction and 4 little things – we hope this episode is one of your fav…

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February Month In Review! 58:54

2M ago58:54

58:54

Mere and McCall are debriefing the month of February across many different categories on this week's episode! From most sold books in the shop, favorite reads, favorite meals, favorite purchases and more it's a good grab-bag from all things Feb 2024! Mentioned in this week's podcast: The Women by Kristin Hannah First Lie Wins by Ashley Alston How T…

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Unpopular Book Opinions 1:02:37

2M ago1:02:37

1:02:37

This week (after a little delay!) Mere and McCall are discussing unpopular book opinions. Prepare to be offended! We had some great feedback on this question from our Match-making event and figured it was a great opportunity to chime in with our thoughts and share some of yours! Stay tuned to hear hot-takes when it comes to books, book club etiquet…

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Finding Your Perfect (Book) Match 1:00:12

3M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

The month of love continues with a match-making episode! Mere and McCall match each other to books and then match some LP customers! We cover a lot of books in this episode and all the books we matched can be found here: https://littleprofessorbookshop.com/blogs/news/finding-the-perfect-match Two ways you can support the podcast: 1) Share with a fr…

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The Newly Wed Game & 5 Romance Reads 50:38

3M ago50:38

50:38

This week Mere and McCall put themselves to the test to see how well they know each other with, "The Newly Wed Game." Plus, resident romance queen, McCall, shares five books for February that range from rom coms to heart break stories. Don't miss another fun episode that is truly just a little bookish. As always, Mere and McCall share their Little …

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Ins & Outs of 2024 - We are So Back! 51:30

3M ago51:30

51:30

We're so back, baby! Mere and McCall are back after winter break and are jumping into one of the social media trends from the new year, "the ins and outs of 2024." On this episode Mere and McCall share ins and outs related to work, reading, life, and more. It's a great way to kick-off the new year and begin a new year on the pod! If you enjoy this …

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Mere & McCall's Favorite Books of the Year 1:00:38

4M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

It's the last episode of the year, and we're so excited to talk about our favorite books of the year! Mere's Picks: How to Stay Married by Harrison Scott Key It Was an Ugly Couch Anyways by Elizabeth Passererla No Two Persons by Erica Baumeister Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson Iona Iverson's Rules for Commuting by Cla…

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The Cookbook Challenge! 57:55

5M ago57:55

57:55

It's time for the first-ever, A Little Bookish Cookbook Challenge! Mere and McCall both chose new cookbooks to cook from and they're ready to talk about the cookbooks they chose along with what they enjoy about cooking and cookbooks. This episode will inspire you to dust off your cookbooks, or – even better – inspire you to get a new one! A few thi…

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Mega Gift Guide for Hard-to-Shop-for Loved Ones 53:23

5M ago53:23

53:23

McCall and Mere are here to help you find the perfect book to gift this holdiay season! Thanks to great listener feedback, they have come up with book recs for the hardest people to shop for in your life! Holiday Rom Com Book Collection Wreck the Halls by Tessa Bailey Christmas Wish by Lyndsey Kelk The Boys in the Boat by Daniel Brown Winterton Dec…

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Holiday Check-In & Gift Ideas for Kids 46:49

5M ago46:49

46:49

Mere is back! This week McCall catches up with Mere via a list of things on her mind. From track suits to savoring the season ahead, it's a winding and fun conversation. A few references include a very specific and memorable episode from The Bear, Mere's campaign for everyone to get a track suit, and much more. Mere and McCall did talk generally ab…

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Books that Shape Us & Joys that Make Us 48:38

5M ago48:38

48:38

This week we're excited to share a heartfelt, and joy-filled episode! Jonathan joins McCall to share some books that shape the way he and Meredith think about creating community hubs. Plus, several team members share their little things that are guaranteed to make you smile and reflect on some small things in your life that are really the big thing…

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From Crypto to Boy Brow: New non-fiction books with Jonathan 42:43

6M ago42:43

42:43

Buckle up listeners! McCall and Jonathan have a fun and winding conversation from crypto to Taylor Swift and everything in between. Jonathan, co-owner of Little Professor, and husband to co-host Meredith, hops in to share some thoughts on a few non-fiction bestsellers. Going Infinite by Michael Lewis Moneyball by Michael Lewis Number Go Up: Inside …

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The Shining Buddy Read + A Listener Question 39:19

6M ago39:19

39:19

This week Mere and McCall talk about a few exciting store announcements, and spend some time answering a listener question, "how do you decide which books to stock?" Then, the two of them discuss their experience reading Stephen King's, The Shining. So, spoiler alert? We think you'll love hearing their thoughts on this cult-classic regardless if yo…

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Not-So-Scary Books & Grand Opening Weekend! 34:25

6M ago34:25

34:25

This week Mere and McCall chat about some favorite books in the mystery/thriller genre. Plus, they recap the grand opening weekend and unpack some thoughts on what it feels like to get to launch day. Books discussed in the episode: The Creative Act by Rick Rubin Angels & Demons by Dan Brown The Silent Patient by Michaelides Devil in the White City …

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The One Where They Open the Bookshop 38:46

6M ago38:46

38:46

This week Mere and McCall announce the Grand Opening for the Little Professor Homewood shop and talk about unforseen challenges they've faced over the last week. Plus, Anna Miller, Jamie Durham, and Kathleen Wylie share their favorite Fall 2023 book releases. The episode wraps with an update on the Book-Buddy read + "the little things." Books discu…

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"We Didn't Know About the Woman in the Fridge" 29:33

7M ago29:33

29:33

This week McCall & Mere have the Little Professor Pepper Place Store Manager, Tessa, on the pod to talk scary books! The hosts are not big horror readers (shocker), but they are eager to hear why Tessa loves the genre. In the episode Tessa shares three books to choose from for their "buddy read." Plus, all three share the "little things" of the wee…

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Opening an Indie Bookstore & Launching a Podcast (SOS or #girlboss...TBD) 30:43

7M ago30:43

30:43

In the first-ever episode of A Little Bookish, Mere and McCall talk about: Why they're starting a podcast The ups and downs of getting the Homewood Store ready to open in a few weeks The "little things" that are bringing them joy Links from the pod: New Little Professor Location Where Everybody Knows Your Name - NYT Opinion Killers of the Flower Mo…

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Season Six “NBA Summer league in Vegas is officially over. Let’s talk about.” 37:51

9M ago37:51

37:51

Get ready for an incredible episode of our show today! 🎉 Host Cornell Felton and co-host Stanley Allen are back, and this time they're bringing along a special guest, Reese! 🙌In this episode, we're diving headfirst into the exciting world of NBA hoops and all the latest sports news. 🏀📰 But wait, there's more! We've got a surprise for you at the end…

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Season Six “Go crazy for gelat’oh!” 21:12

10M ago21:12

21:12

🍦 Hey everyone! 🌟 Let's take a moment to celebrate the deliciousness that is gelato! 🎉🍨Your host Cornell Felton sits down with Ciara, the Founder and CEO of a growing gelato business. Did you know that gelato is not just any ordinary ice cream? It's a frozen treat that originated in Italy and has been delighting taste buds for centuries! 🇮🇹✨But wai…

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Season Six “When the world of sports chatter collides with a budding game show maestro” 53:35

10M ago53:35

53:35

Your host Cornell Felton and the crew dive into the NBA first! 🏀 The podcast hosts discussed the top three picks in the recent draft, and it's safe to say that the competition is fierce! 🌟 While all three players have incredible potential, my money is on “Scoot” to have a standout season. 🏆 Their skills, determination, and work ethic are simply unm…

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Season Six “NBA Championship. Best of Seven” 30:12

11M ago30:12

30:12

Your host Cornell Felton and Stanley Allen give their opinions on the NBA Finals best-of-seven series between the Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat.Stanley takes a moment to get serious and discuss Ja Morant’s recent IG post. We then lighten the mood and get into some fun TikTok Madness!Follow us on Tiktok, IG and Twitter @thickasthrees. Thick As Threes…

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Season Six “Let’s chat about Ja” 26:04

12M ago26:04

26:04

Welcome everyone to an all-new/late-night episode of Thick As Threes. Your Host Cornell Felton gets personal and intimate on a solo mission discussing the Ja Morant and the controversy that surrounds his latest tweet! Discussing this topic is very sensitive bc you want to respect this young man and his family. Take a listen and let us know what you…

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Season Six “Game Night!” 37:00

12M ago37:00

37:00

Stanley and your host: Cornell Felton settle in and have some fun w/ Steven J. Miles and Coach Bobby Terry. The fellas talk sports, NBA playoffs, current hot topics, and have some fun playing random games. Test your NBA knowledge and see how many you get in a new segment called “TikTok Madness." Follow us on Tiktok, IG and Twitter @thickasthrees. T…

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Season Six “The Band was ALMOST back together…” Episode for movie fans. 1:17:38

1y ago1:17:38

1:17:38

Coach Terry and Stanley Allen in the same room makes for an exciting conversation. We cover a lot in this episode. Everything from women sports, our favorite sports movies, NBA playoffs, to crazy viral videos on TikTok. Follow us on Social Media @thickasthrees Rate us on Spotify. Create an account on anchor.fm/thickasthrees Sponsors: dmvtees.com ro…

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Season Six “Cheer for the underdog” NCAA March Madness 59:48

1y ago59:48

59:48

We cover a lot with the guys in season six episode two. The show starts off w/ your favorite Stanley Allen. We have a great time covering the NCAA tournaments best players and what major moves we can expect in the NFL. Coach Terry nails down all the important facts while Steve like always shads a different view on….everything! --- Support this podc…

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Season Six “We’re back!” 2:01:12

1y ago2:01:12

2:01:12

Back for another season the boys jump back into the flow. This episode starts the season off with a bang! Host Cornell Felton interviews all three Co-host as Special Guests. Today’s drink choice Woodford Rye Bourbon. S/O to DeAndre aka Fat Handsome @fathandsome88 for the new opening and closing track! Follow us on IG and Twitter @thickasthrees. A s…

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Season 5 Ep. 10 NBA Finals w/ special guest Jared Carithers 55:26

2y ago55:26

55:26

Stanley and I sit down with our special guest Jared Carithers, to chat NBA finals, D. Green, and a wide range of hot sports headlines. Also, we dive into Jared’s post athletic career as he explores the world of hip hop and rap music! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thickasthrees/support…

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Season 5 Episode 9 54:09

2y ago54:09

54:09

New Host, Same great show. Today we will be talking about Nick Sabin vs the NIL, NBA playoff and more great conversation among friends. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thickasthrees/support

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Season 5 Ep. 8 "Running out to 60,000 thousand fans is an unbelievable feeling." 42:07

2y ago42:07

42:07

Today's show is special. We have former South County Varsity Head Cheerleading Coach Brandi Arnett. with us to discuss the competitive world of high-level cheer!!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thickasthrees/support

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Season 5 Episode 7 We continue to be blessed by the Hawks. Up next AJ Fitz Jr. 46:20

2y ago46:20

46:20

Super exciting to have one of Hayfield's best. We keep getting incredible talent produced by the Hawks. Today we have AJ Fitz Jr. This young man had a great high school career before moving on to play college basketball coming up a few points short of 1000 career points! Check out the full interview with AJ and let us know what you think via our so…

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Season 5 Ep. 6 "We have something special" 1-on-1 with Head Coach, Carlos Poindexter, Hayfield Hawks 1:09:23

2y ago1:09:23

1:09:23

What an amazing hour chopping it up 1-on-1 with head coach of the 32-0 State Champion Hayfield Hawks. We talk where it all started, his love of the game, and the surprising reason he wore the number 12 his entire playing career. His takes us inside the undefeated locker room and breaks down each players special ingredient and how he and his coachin…

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Season 5 "Bonus" Ep. 5 Congratulations Hayfield Hawks! 14:42

2y ago14:42

14:42

32-0!!!!! Mission Complete!!!!! They did it. The Hayfield Hawks are the 2021-2022 State Basketball Championships. The undefeated Hawks are lead by their leader Head Coach Carlos P and amazing Staff. We also cover the NCAA! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thickasthrees/support…

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Season 5 Episode 4 About Last Night! 33:14

2y ago33:14

33:14

Recording the show live (recorded) from Rebellion On The Pike, in Arlington, VA. The sound was definitely a challenge, but we got some good moments and others feel free to fast forward haha. It won't hurt our feelings at all. Special "thank you," to the entire staff at Rebellion, head Chef and Owner Travis, along with a huge s/o to Pete from The Dr…

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Season 5 "Bonus" Ep 3 "Let's talk about it!" 13:41

2y ago13:41

13:41

The Superbowl is over, and the NBA's best showed up and showed out in Sunday's All-Star game. The weekend was packed with debate worthy news... What happened to one of the Fab 5's finest? LBJ wants to play his last season w/ his son? The NBA honors the top 75. Was the NBA dunk contest a bust? March Madness is up next! --- Support this podcast: http…

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Season 5 Episode 2 Superbowl Picks 42:31

2y ago42:31

42:31

The guys make their picks for next weekends Superbowl, and quickly cover what's hot in sports news including the news that set the NFL on fire last week!!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thickasthrees/support

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Season 5 Ep 1 Welcome back! 42:44

2y ago42:44

42:44

Cornell and the boys, Coach Bobby Terry, Steve Miles, and Stanley Allen,, are back for another amazing season. Season five will be filled with exceptional sports talk, fun interviews, and special guest! Come join us for another entertaining season. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thickasthrees/support…

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Season 4 EP 7 "It's so hard to say, goodbye...for now!" 6:27

2+ y ago6:27

6:27

Your host Cornell Felton leaves you with a few words of wisdom, and gives a huge, "thank you" to all the listeners for their support before the Thick As Threes, crew takes a short break as Coach Bobby Terry, Steve J. Miles and your host Cornell start their individual High School basketball seasons. Check out the Thick As Threes IG and Twitter page …

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Season 4 EP 6 Sunday Funday, All Things Sports! 50:24

2+ y ago50:24

50:24

Thick As Threes brings you an all-new episode not only featuring special guests, but also the wives that make it possible for the crew to show and produce such good material for our listeners! In this new episode, we cover college sports with Dom Morra and his lovely wife Megan, as they return home to their beautiful five-month-old baby from Cam in…

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Season 4 EP 5 Fast Break 12:52

2+ y ago12:52

12:52

Are you ready for some football??? Not only does Steve Miles do the Monday re-cap, he now provides a full Saturday sports report! He's also giving betting odds...based on his picks last week, not sure if you should take his advice, but maybe give him a couple of weeks to get into a flow ha. Join us for an all-new episode of Thick As Threes!--- Supp…

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Season 4 EP 4 Fast Break 18:51

2+ y ago18:51

18:51

We have Steven J. Miles all the way live...on the phone and not in studio ha. Steve drops his new weekly series recapping NFL Sunday's winners and losers, and gives his Monday night pick for those of you that enjoy betting and a little adventure! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thickasthrees/support…

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Season 4 EP 3 Fast Break! 18:27

2+ y ago18:27

18:27

It's been about two months since the guys and I have had the chance to talk sports on the 'cast!' Well, we're back for a quick fast break to let you know we're still here, and looking forward to bringing you some fun content during the NFL season. We were one co-host down tonight. Steve called in from the office right as we were closing the show. F…

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Season 4 EP 2 Fast Break! USA Men's Olympic Basketball 35:04

3y ago35:04

35:04

Stanley and I sit down in the studio to talk about USA basketball and the future face of the NBA. In today's episode, we have a very special guest and dear friend of the podcast Sarah Hinkhouse. We are also blessed that Coach Terry made some time for us on his way home from the beach. Enjoy an all-new episode of Thick As Threes!--- Support this pod…

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Season 4 EP 1 Season Opener! 34:30

3y ago34:30

34:30

The crew is back at it, down one crew member as Coach Terry celebrates his anniversary with his lovely new wife April Terry on an island somewhere in the world. The crew discusses the Olympics, Nathan's hot dog eating contest, leaving large tips, and the NBA Finals. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thickasthrees/sup…

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