Best Chet Davis Podcasts (2025)

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NC Forward Party Weekly Update 7-31-25: Congressman Don Davis and Andrew Yang 5:17

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17h ago5:17

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Pat shares information about the upcoming NCFP Town Hall taking place on August 14th with special guests Congressman Don Davis and Forward Party co-founder Andrew Yang!By Pat & Chet

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NBA Summer Storylines: A Motivated Luka, Ja’s Joy, and Is LeBron Really Planning for 2026? 1:29:01

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Verno and Jacoby discuss the new-look Luka Doncic that is featured in the latest edition of Men’s Health magazine. They debate what kind of impact a healthier Luka will make on the Lakers, the topics were not discussed in the article, as well as his surprise appearance at a Yankees game. Next, they take a deep dive on Nikola Jokic’s agent's cryptic…

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Post-Summer League Watch List: Teams That Deserve Our Attention (and Those That Don’t) 1:14:14

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Verno and Jacoby congratulate the Charlotte Hornets on winning this year’s Summer League and briefly discuss why Nikola Jokic’s brother was still in Las Vegas watching a random game between the Grizzlies and Clippers. Next, the guys each share two teams that they want to see more of and less of after watching all of Summer League. Lastly, they disc…

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NCFP Update: Forward is a Joyful, Empowering & Rebellious Party! 7-19-25 6:00

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Pat discusses the new branding guidance provided by the National team, updates us on some upcoming events, and a dose of Led Zeppelin!By Pat & Chet

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Impressive Summer League Performances and the Legend of ‘Target Guy’ 1:20:38

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Verno and Jacoby recap this weekend’s action and buzz around Summer League. Verno shares the slights and sounds of being in Las Vegas for the event, from the vibes around Thomas & Mack Center, to watching Kelly Clarkson, and finding the elusive “Target guy” who predicted Cedric Coward will become the best player in this draft class. Next, the guys …

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NCFP Update 7-12-25: Chris Stevens & Durham Event at Hi-Wire Brewery 5:13

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Pat catches up with one of our newest, and most engaged volunteers, Chris Stevens. They discuss the work being done and invite others to join them at Hi Wire Brewery in Durham, NC on Sunday, July 13th.By Pat & Chet

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The Most Disastrous and Perfect Fits of the Offseason 1:19:36

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Verno and Jacoby recap the latest string of free agency news, including Paolo Banchero’s contract extension, where Jonas Valanciunas will play, and more. Next, they discuss which offseason moves they think will turn out disastrous and which moves are perfect fits. (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (0:50) Summer League Takeaways (4:20) Reaction to the…

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NC FWD Update 7/5/25 Trump's BBB and Thom Tillis 5:44

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Pat recognizes the courage of NC Senator Thom Tillis and examines how a 3rd Party could help repair our country.By Pat & Chet

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Free Agency Day One: Winners, Bold Moves, and Are the Lakers Going to Trade LeBron? 1:09:22

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Free agency is here! Join Verno and Jacoby as they recap the day-one deals and discuss everything from the Rockets refueling for a championship run with Kevin Durant to their hopes for a competitive Hornets team. They also discuss the Hawks' impressive first day, the Nuggets trading away MPJ and signing Bruce Brown Jr., and the Grizzlies' aggressiv…

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NC FWD Update 6-28-25 Birthday Wishes, RCV Legislation, and Upcoming Events 4:56

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Pat wishes Happy Birthday to long time volunteer and current Executive Committee member Cliff Hammill. The NCGA tries to block RCV, again, and the NCFP has events planned across the state.By Pat & Chet

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Draft Night Winners and Losers. Plus: The Grizzlies Get Their Guy, and Masai Ujiri Out in Toronto. 1:07:41

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Verno and Jacoby recap the NBA draft by discussing their biggest winners and losers from the two-day event, as well as Verno’s excitement for the Grizzlies, who drafted Cedric Coward from Washington State; the odd timing of Masai Ujiri’s departure from the Raptors; and their favorite prospect from the second round. (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (…

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Closing the Gap: Closing the Gap: How to Get Edge AI To Users Faster | Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate with Rajesh Subramaniam (embedUR Systems) & Reza Kazerounian (Alif Semiconductor) 0:58

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Edge AI is evolving fast - but how do we accelerate the path from development to deployment, and get real products into users’ hands sooner? Welcome to the Edge of Tomorrow - The Edge AI Debate, our brand new spin off series on The IoT Podcast in collaboration with the @edgeaifoundation bringing together the leading minds in Edge AI for debates and…

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Young Thunder Defy History, Haliburton’s Injury, Finals Fallout, and Can KD Lead the Rockets to the Finals? 1:20:32

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Verno and Jacoby congratulate the Oklahoma City Thunder on winning Game 7 and defeating the Indiana Pacers, as the guys discuss the sour experience of watching the game after Tyrese Haliburton went down with his injury, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Game 7 performance, lessons learned from these Finals, and what to expect for OKC’s future. They also gi…

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200. A Milestone Moment: Reflecting on 200 Conversations That Matter 45:35

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In this very special 200th episode, host Brett Kaufman takes a heartfelt pause to reflect on the journey of the Gravity Podcast. What started as a simple idea for recording meaningful coffee conversations has turned into a five-year archive of deep, vulnerable, and inspiring stories. With no roadmap in hand, the podcast became a space to explore th…

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NCFP Weekly Update - New Bylaws & Shrimp Legislation 6-21-25 5:31

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Pat announces the new bylaws recently approved by the North Carolina Forward Party Executive Committee.By Pat & Chet

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Pacers Force Game 7, Lakers Sell for $10B, and an NBA Draft Sneak Peek 1:18:37

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The Pacers take Game 6 and force a Game 7 back in OKC, so Verno and Jacoby discuss the Pacers' dominant performance and their expectations for the first Game 7 in the Finals since 2016. They discuss the performances by T.J. McConnell, Obi Toppin, and Tyrese Haliburton; the difference a small-market home crowd makes; which Thunder players they trust…

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OKC One Win Away After J-Dub Drops 40, Haliburton’s Dud, KD Lingering, and a Memphis Recalibration 1:11:37

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The Thunder are just one win away from an NBA championship after an all-time performance by Jalen Williams. Verno and Jacoby break down the Game 5 Thunder win and expectations for Game 6 back in Indianapolis. Will Tyrese Haliburton show up after an awful performance in Game 5? Or will OKC lift the trophy on Indy’s home court? Next, the guys discuss…

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NC FWD Weekly Update 6-14-25 - Meet Hometown Holler 5:12

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Pat sits with Quinn Ray of the popular podcast Hometown Holler. Pat appears as a guest on the show in an episode which will be released June 16, 2025By Pat & Chet

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Can the Pacers Repeat Their Defensive Dominance? Plus, KD’s Future and More Knicks Dysfunction. 1:18:14

2M ago1:18:14

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Verno and Jacoby discuss the exciting Game 3 that saw the Pacers go up 2-1 on the Thunder. They praise Rick Carlisle’s game plan and the defense versus SGA before discussing the near-perfect performances from the entire Pacers roster, expectations for Game 4, and whether fans on either side should be concerned about their team. Next, Jacoby shares …

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Game 3 Keys in Indy and a New Kidd in New York? Plus, Tyrese Haliburton: The Low-Usage Superstar. 1:19:26

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Verno and Jacoby discuss the expected Game 2 Thunder victory and how Game 2 was the best of the best of the Thunder and the worst of the worst of the Pacers. They discuss how the media is viewing Tyrese Haliburton and why the narrative around him might be misconstrued. They then dive into their expectations for Games 3 and 4 in Indianapolis, as wel…

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NC FWD Update 6-7-25 Interview with Nathan Dorn - Building a Team In Wilmington 5:14

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Pat visited Wilmington for a get together at the Mad Mole Brewery. It was a wonderful evening speaking with members of the community about the Forward Party. Check out this interview with the Regional Leader of Wilmington, Nathan Dorn.By Pat & Chet

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Pacers Pull Off Another Comeback—Is OKC in Trouble? Plus, the Knicks’ Future Without Thibs. 1:09:11

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Verno and Jacoby recap a wild NBA Finals Game 1 that saw the Pacers come back yet again to beat the Thunder and take a 1-0 series lead. They go through all the stats and numbers and try to figure out how the Pacers came back, as well as how they continue to have these impressive wins in the playoffs. Is it time to finally put some respect on the Pa…

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The Case for a Pacers Surprise, OKC’s Path to the Finals, and What’s Next for the Knicks 1:16:00

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The Pacers beat the Knicks over the weekend to reach the Finals, where they will meet the Oklahoma City Thunder! Before discussing the Finals, Verno questions Jacoby regarding the next steps for the Knicks after a disappointing ending to their season. Is it time for Thibs to go? Does this core stay intact for another year? Next, the guys make the c…

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Gotcha! Feat. Mark Burns & Sydney Duncan 23:35

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On this episode, Mark Burns tells us of his harrowing experience hunting down a yeti in Disney World and Sydney Duncan talks about going over 100 MPH (literally) to book acting roles in Texas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Summer Solstice Music Festival's Jeff Poppen 21:18

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Jeff Poppen's Long Hungry Creek Farm has hosted the Summer Solstice Music Festival for 49 years now! Red Boiling Springs, TN is the place to be in mid-June for this fun Americana music festival and camp-out. Join in this edition of Americana Music Profiles as we get the whole story behind this really cool festival. Learn more about your ad choices.…

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NC FWD Weekly Update 5-31-25 Rise of The Third Parties at NC State University 6:00

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Pat reviews the exciting night at NCSU where we hosted a panel discussion with Libertarians, Veterans, Constitutionalists, Forwardists, and our friends at Better Ballot.By Pat & Chet

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Geoff Union of Ragged Union Bluegrass 24:37

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Ragged Union Bluegrass features band leader Geoff Union's "Outsider Songwriting," and beyond 'normal' country themes, along with their often atypical song structure. Geoff joins us on this edition of Americana Music Profiles to talk about the band latest project, Pyramid Stairs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Laura Sawosko Interview 27:29

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Nashville singer-songwriter Laura Sawosko overcame a vocal chord condition and beat the prognosis of never being able to sing. She's now six albums in on a successful music career! Laura joins us on this edition of Americana Music Profiles to talk about her musical journey and latest project, Not What I Do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m…

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Can the Knicks Force a Game 7? Plus: the Thunder Are Finals-Bound, and the Missing Playoff Intensity. 1:14:05

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Verno and Jacoby react to the Knicks shutting down Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers to survive for at least one more game. Jacoby shares his experience from inside MSG, the Knicks' stingy defense, as well as the hot-and-cold playoff performances from Tyrese Haliburton. Have the Knicks figured out how to contain the Pacers? Next, the guys congratula…

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No Bull Just Bluegrass Festival 21:55

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Caleb Bailey, founder of Pains Run bluegrass band, is producing the first annual No Bull Just Bluegrass festival this coming July 4th, and 5th, 2025. The event will take place at the Rockingham County Fair Grounds in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Caleb joins us on this edition of Americana Music Profiles to share all the information about this festival a…

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Ant and Randle Fail to Deliver, Plus Chet’s Growth, and a Knicks Confidence Check 1:11:54

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Verno and Jacoby go through the Wolves nearly tying their series against the Thunder in Game 4. They discuss the need for Anthony Edwards to exert himself into the game, the Thunder’s resilience, the Wolves’ bench production, Chet Holmgren’s performance, and more. Next, the guys discuss the Knicks-Pacers series, and Jacoby shares his confidence lev…

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NC FWD Update 5-24-25 First NC Door Knocking Event in Wakefield! 4:51

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Volunteers came out to Pat's home community, Wakefield in Raleigh, and knocked on doors to gather signatures for ballot access and spread the word of the Forward Party. Reach out to the Party today to learn how we can do something similar in your neighborhood!By Pat & Chet

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Have the Thunder Broken the Wolves? Plus: A Must-Win Game 2, and Enjoying the Haliburton Experience. 1:14:29

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The Thunder continue their dominance to take a 2-0 series lead over the Timberwolves, as Verno and Jacoby recap Game 2 and debate what it’ll take for the Wolves to try to make this a series. They discuss how the Thunder’s Big Three of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Chet Holmgren performed, Julius Randle’s disappearance, Mike Conley’s …

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Thunder-Wolves Preview, Conference Finals X Factors, and Will Haliburton Become the New Knicks Villain? 1:11:25

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Verno and Jacoby return to break down the Nuggets' Game 7 loss and preview the start of the Western Conference finals between the Timberwolves and Thunder. They discuss how the Thunder can continue their championship run, debate whether people are still not giving enough credit to the Wolves for making back-to-back conference finals, and talk about…

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Xavier Helgesen: Building a Modern Berkshire Hathaway and Lessons from Social Impact Entrepreneurship 1:10:32

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Today’s guest is Xavier Helgesen, a brilliant entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Enduring Ventures, a modern-day Berkshire Hathaway acquiring overlooked, cash-flowing businesses with the goal of holding them forever. Recorded during Enduring Ventures' annual shareholder gathering, Ted and Xavier discuss the philosophy and mechanics of perman…

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NC FWD Update 5-17-25 Matthew Williams & The Lecture Lounge 6:26

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Pat speaks with Matthew Williams about the work he has been doing to with The Lecture Lounge. Specifically, an upcoming event at NCSU on May 30th!By Pat & Chet

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Nuggets Force Game 7, Celtics-Knicks Preview, and T-Wolves Advance to the WCF 1:06:44

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Verno and Jacoby react to the Nuggets taking Game 6 over the Thunder to force Game 7, preview the Celtics-Knicks Game 6, and discuss contract-year Julius Randle leading the T-Wolves past the Warriors and into the Western Conference finals. Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (1:11) Nugge…

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Amelia Hogan Interview 29:39

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American Celtic singer, Amelia Hogan took advantage of the pandemic year to initiate her desire to have a career as a Celtic/Irish singer. The California resident has since logged a top 10 album (Taking Flight) in 2023. She joins us on this edition of Americana Music Profiles to talk about her career and latest release, Burnished. Learn more about …

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Knicks on the Brink of the ECF, Tatum's Injury, Mavericks Win the Lottery, and Ant's Superstar Performance 1:19:10

3M ago1:19:10

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Verno and Jacoby react to the Knicks taking a 3-1 series lead over the Celtics, Jayson Tatum's injury, the Mavericks winning the right to draft Cooper Flagg, Anthony Edwards's superstar performance, and more! Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (1:20) Timberwolves Defeat Warriors: 117-11…

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Gotcha! Feat. Marissa Moorhead & Kimberly Dinaro 22:28

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With summer on the horizon, today's guests look back at the summer jobs of their youths! Marissa Moorhead joins us to talk about fending off her Nosferatu-esque manager at an unnamed movie chain (it was probably AMC, though). Then, Kimberly Dinaro tells us how she...*GASP* killed Quiznos??! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…

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NC FWD Update - Better Ballot NC 4:39

3M ago4:39

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Pat reviews our ballot access status, and talks about his meeting with the leadership of Better Ballot NC.By Pat & Chet

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Timberwolves Take Game 2, Knicks Stun Boston AGAIN, and Cavaliers Collapsing 1:08:04

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Verno and Jacoby break down the Timberwolves' win on Thursday night, which ties up their series with the Warriors; the Knicks' incredible second comeback over the Celtics; and the Cavaliers' collapse versus the Pacers. Then they preview Thunder-Nuggets Game 3. Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 (0:00) Welcome to The M…

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WELCOME TO THE SECOND ROUND! The Nuggets and Knicks Upset the Thunder and Celtics in Game 1 1:18:49

3M ago1:18:49

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Verno and Jacoby break down Monday night's action, with some HUGE upsets. The Nuggets and Knicks took Game 1 over the Thunder and the Celtics, respectively. Plus, reacting to the Warriors' Game 7 win over Houston, previewing their series against the Timberwolves, and analyzing the Pacers' win over the Cavs in their series opener. Leave us a message…

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NC FWD Update 5-3-25 Peak Fest in Apex and Board of Elections Challenges 5:12

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Pat speaks about today's event in Apex (Peak Fest) where Forward volunteers will be gathering signatures for ballot access. He also shares how the Board of Elections in NC, and other parts of the country, are making it harder and harder for new parties to form and blocking the opportunities for voters to have more choices.…

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Clippers Force Game 7, Knicks Advance, and the Lakers Collapse 1:15:35

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Verno and Jacoby break down Thursday night's action with the Clippers forcing Game 7 against the Nuggets, the Knicks advancing to play Boston, the Lakers turning Rudy Gobert into Wilt Chamberlain, and previewing the conference semifinals. Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 (0:00) Welcome to The Mismatch (1:25) Clipper…

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Will Giannis Want Out? Plus: The Rockets Need a Star, the Hungry Wolves, and Which 3-1 Series Can Still Go the Full Seven 1:08:36

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Verno and Jacoby break down Monday night’s playoff action starting with the Warriors’ thrilling 109-106 win over the Rockets to take a 3-1 series lead (01:18). They then debate how real the Cavs are after a complete beatdown of the Heat as well as their expectations in the next round (16:05). With the news of Damian Lillard’s injury, where do the B…

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Gotcha! Feat. Clare Donaher & Tony Ferraro 20:25

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Don't come for Clare Donaher, or she might...spend the next few decades feeling guilty about it? Clare tells us about confronting her childhood bully how she helped shape Clare into the person she is today. Then, Tony Ferraro, tells us about an entire class uniting against their finance professor by cheating on their exam. Also: is Jonah Hill hot? …

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NC FWD Update 4-26-25: How do we match up with the Democrats & Republicans 5:51

3M ago5:51

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Pat takes a moment to reflect on where the Forward Party is today, and how we compare to the work being done by the Democrats and Republicans.By Pat & Chet

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A Clippers Ass Whooping, Big Game KAT, Ja Goes Down, and the Grizzlies Collapse 1:03:01

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Verno and Jacoby get together after the Grizzlies lose both Ja Morant and a 29-point lead to the Thunder, who are in prime position to get the sweep over the weekend (01:35). Verno shares his experience being inside the arena after Ja went out and discusses whether Lu Dort deserves any blame for the injury. Next, the guys go over the Clippers' domi…

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Inside the NXP Smart Home Lab: Edge AI in 2025 - Where Are We, Actually? | Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate with NXP's Davis Sawyer & Anthony Huereca 35:10

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We’ve been talking about smarter devices for years - but what does progress actually look like today? In this episode of our spin-off series Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate, created in collaboration with the @edgeaifoundation , Host Tom White heads to NXP Semiconductor's Smart Home Lab to sit down with Davis Sawyer - AI Product Manager and Ant…