Best Final Stop For Final Fantasy Talks Podcasts (2025)

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80 Final Fantasy X: EXP Weapons, Monster Arena & Omega Ruins 46:49

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2d ago46:49

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Mark and Alex take a pause in the storyline to cover more of the side content in Final Fantasy X. They start off by discussing creative ways to customize weapons to maximize experience gains in battles. Many items used for these customizations are difficult to gather, but many are granted as rewards from the Monster Arena. The boys do a quite revie…

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Orioles sweep double header to keep themselves alive for now 12:33

33m ago12:33

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The Orioles managed to win both games of yesterday's double header and moved to eight games below .500 for the first time since early May. Is this enough for you to buy in on the birds? Bob and Nolan are cautious about getting their hopes up.

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Full Show 7-10-25 2:17:51

21h ago2:17:51

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Hour 1 - Bryan Baker's finale moment with the Orioles will be one to forget 36:17

21h ago36:17

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Things change quickly in major league baseball and that was certainly the case for Bryan Baker this week. He went from blowing the game on Tuesday night to being traded less than 48 hours later. The guys reacted to the move with some input from the audience.

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Hour 2 - Nolan McGraw says fans need to be realistic about Albert Suarez's future 33:50

21h ago33:50

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Mike Elias’ main focus this offseason should be on the pitching staff, but some fans want to lean on the pieces that are already in house. Nolan McGraw says don’t kid yourself.

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Hour 3 - Daniel Oyefusi talks Browns offseason & tries to predict QB competition 35:15

21h ago35:15

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The guys wrap up their week of AFC North guests with a visit from Daniel Oyefusi. He provided some insight on the Browns search for a new stadium as well as the unique QB battle ahead in training camp.

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Hour 4 - Mike Harmon provides some way too early fantasy football options 32:27

21h ago32:27

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The NFL will be back before you know it and that also means the return of fantasy football. Mike Harmon made his weekly visit with Vinny & Haynie and was asked for some early fantasy projections.

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Tony Pente talks about how Baker trade will impact Orioles draft plans 10:25

21h ago10:25

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The Orioles have stockpiled plenty of picks for the upcoming draft, including four within the top 37. Tony Pente joined the guys for a preview of what Mike Elias and company could end up doing next week.

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Is Adisa Isaac primed for a breakout in 2025? 9:14

21h ago9:14

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Adisa Isaac missed out on a chance to make an impact as a rookie because of an unfortunate injury. Vinny Cerrato spent some time talking about the young outside linebacker's upside.

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Could the Orioles flip the 37th overall pick this winter? 7:27

21h ago7:27

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Mike Elias was asked about his decision to trade Bryan Baker and the fact that they received a draft pick instead of a player package. He teased a potential scenario where the O's immediately flip whoever they select next week for some instant help.

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Mike Bordick says Orioles focus should be on 2026 8:17

21h ago8:17

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The Orioles need a miracle to make the playoffs this year and a deadline fire sale is looking more likely each day. Mike Bordick joined Vinny & Haynie to discuss the O's outlook and he explained why he believes 2026 should be the main priority right now.

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Should Grayson Rodriguez pitch in 2025 if Orioles are out of contention? 13:57

1d ago13:57

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Grayson Rodriguez's future remains a mystery as he continues to recover from a lat injury. Is it even worth it for him to pitch later this season? The guys debate if a Rodriguez return would accomplish anything in the short term.

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Instant reaction to Orioles trading Bryan Baker to Rays 6:12

1d ago6:12

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The Orioles are sending Bryan Baker to the Rays in exchange for the 37th overall pick in this year's draft. Bob, Vinny and Nolan were surprised by the move and gave their initial takes at the start of Thursday's show.

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Full Show 7-9-25 2:24:13

2d ago2:24:13

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Hour 1 - Bryan Baker blows it for the Orioles in 8th inning 36:17

2d ago36:17

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The Orioles were 7-6 losers in extras last night after a meltdown 8th inning that featured a pair of homers allowed by Bryan Baker. The guys are disappointed, but have to acknowledge this is one of only a few mistakes by the Baltimore reliever this season.

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Hour 2 - Is Jordan Westburg the second best player on Orioles roster? 34:36

2d ago34:36

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Bob Haynie and a caller debate if Jordan Westburg has claimed the spot of second best player on the Orioles behind Gunnar Henderson.

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Hour 3 - What will Devontez Walker’s second season look like? 36:27

2d ago36:27

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Devontez Walker only hauled in one reception as a rookie, but he made it count with a touchdown. How big of a leap can he make in year two? Vinny Cerrato gives his take.

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Hour 4 - AL East Report 36:51

2d ago36:51

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Bob Haynie recaps last night’s AL East action, including yet another win by the Blue Jays and a Red Sox beatdown of the Rockies.

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Jim Hunter recaps Brandon Young's strong performance against Mets 8:28

2d ago8:28

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The Orioles wasted a nice start from Brandon Young last night. The rookie worked his way through the fifth inning for the first time in his major league career and did so in style. Jim Hunter joined the guys for a recap of Tuesday's opener.

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Eric Edholm talks biggest NFL offseason storylines 11:46

2d ago11:46

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The guys are joined by Eric Edholm to discuss some of the latest headlines around the NFL, including the immense pressure on the Dolphins and a potential breakout for J.J. McCarthy.

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Would player interest in home run derby increase if event was held at Camden Yards? 10:25

2d ago10:25

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The home run derby has lost some of the mystique that it used to have. Nolan McGraw wants to know if holding the event at Camden Yards would help reignite some of that excitement as players try to match Ken Griffey Jr's warehouse shot back in 1993.

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Ravens skill position players ranked 8th in NFL by Bill Barnwell 10:40

2d ago10:40

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The Ravens have collected a pretty nice group of skill position players to compliment Lamar Jackson. How do their wide receivers, tight ends and running backs compare to the rest of the league? According to Bill Bender they aren't top five.

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Cordell Woodland thinks Ravens will have short leash at kicker 9:38

2d ago9:38

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The Ravens are giving Tyler Loop a full opportunity to become the team's next starting kicker. How long will they wait to add another name to the mix if the rookie isn't living up to expectations? Cordell Woodland discussed that and more with the guys.

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Richard Skinner evaluates how Bengals stack up against Ravens after crucial offseason 10:59

2d ago10:59

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The Bengals have had a crucial offseason and the drama is still present as training camp approaches. Have they done enough to get back on equal footing with the Ravens? Richard Skinner provides a Cincinnati perspective.

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Will 2025 just be a blip on the radar for Orioles? 8:01

2d ago8:01

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Bob Haynie says he expects the Orioles to have a quick turnaround in 2026. Will this frustrating season end up being an anomaly for the O's? Either way the guys all agree that Mike Elias has a ton of work to do.

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How does last night's Orioles loss compare to other recent defeats? 14:54

2d ago14:54

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The Orioles have experienced plenty of heartbreaking losses so far this season, but the most recent one will be stuck in the minds of fans for a while. Was last night's blown lead against the Mets the worst loss of the year? Bob, Vinny and Nolan have different opinions.

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Full Show 7-8-25 2:19:32

3d ago2:19:32

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Hour 1 - Orioles still hard to pin down after latest sweep 35:28

3d ago35:28

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The Orioles managed to sweep the Braves over the weekend but didn't make up much ground in the standings. Bob, Vinny and Nolan are looking for anything to latch on to with this team.

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Hour 2 - Manny Machado reaches 2,000 hit milestone 34:02

3d ago34:02

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Bob and Vinny discuss Manny Machado making history on Monday night. Is 3,000 hits realistic for him? Does he have a hall of fame trajectory at this point?

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Hour 3 - Daniel Faalele and Roger Rosengarten showing improvement from pre-draft analysis 33:50

3d ago33:50

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Vinny Cerrato revisits his draft reports on Daniel Faalele and Roger Rosengarten. How have they improved since then? In some areas the progress is substantial.

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Hour 4 - Will Graves provides updates on Steelers busy offseason 36:10

3d ago36:10

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The Steelers had to wait forever for their answer at QB, but over the past few weeks they have been busier than anyone else in the league. Do these moves actually make them a real competitor in the AFC? Will Graves gives his perspective from the Pittsburgh beat.

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How would you grade the job Mike Elias has done so far in 2025? 10:03

3d ago10:03

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Mike Elias has taken a lot of criticism over the past few months for the way the Orioles season has panned out so far. What grade would you give him for 2025? Bob, Vinny and Nolan are in unison with their evaluations of the O's general manager.

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Tim Britton talks potential Mets trade for Cedric Mullins 8:39

3d ago8:39

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The Orioles and Mets will battle each other this week at Camden Yards and The Athletic's Tim Britton is here to preview all the action. He also wonders if the two teams could cross paths down the road through a trade.

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How active will AL East teams be at trade deadline? 8:35

3d ago8:35

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The Yankees just lost another starting pitcher while the Rays actually find themselves exceeding expectations and in contention. Will they both end up buying at the trade deadline? Bob haynie talked about that during "Buy or Sell."

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Is there a future for Brandon Young with Orioles? 6:22

3d ago6:22

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Brandon Young has been called upon to start a handful of games for the Orioles this summer, but he has not shown the ability to work deep into games. Is he someone to keep an eye on for the 2026 rotation? Could a move to the bullpen be a better fit? Bob and Nolan discuss the status of the O's rookie.…

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Roch Kubatko on Charlie Morton's resurgence and Trevor Rogers' hot streak 8:54

3d ago8:54

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An argument can be made that Charlie Morton and Trevor Rogers are currently the two best pitchers on the Orioles staff. How did these two turn things around? Roch Kubatko talked about that and some more O's topics with Vinny & Haynie.

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Kevin Oestreicher talks pressure on John Harbaugh this season 10:48

3d ago10:48

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The Ravens have run out of excuses for coming up short in the playoffs. Who is left to blame if their season ends in heartbreak again? Kevin Oestreicher says John Harbaugh is under considerable pressure this year to finally get this team over the hump.

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Bob Haynie owes Trevor Rogers an apology 2:53

3d ago2:53

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Trevor Rogers has been one of the biggest surprises for the Orioles this season with a 1.57 ERA in a little over 28 innings pitched. Bob Haynie says he owes Rogers an apology after writing him off in the offseason.

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Will Roger Rosengarten or Daniel Faalele regress in 2025? 8:51

3d ago8:51

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The Ravens believe they have the answer for the right side of their O-line with Daniel Faalele and Roger Rosengarten both coming off of breakout seasons. Are you worried about either one taking a step back in 2025? Vinny Cerrato believes both will continue to trend up.

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81. Why You’re So Tired (And It’s Not Just the Kids): A deeper look at mental load, decision fatigue, and the real reasons moms feel depleted 14:18

3d ago14:18

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Do you wake up thinking, “I slept last night - why am I still so tired?” Well friend, this episode is for you. We are going beneath the surface — into decision fatigue, mental load, and why moms feel constantly depleted. I’m going to help you understand the invisible emotional and cognitive burdens you carry daily — and offer some beginning steps t…

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80. Peace in 5 Minutes or Less: Small, Doable Practices to Help Moms Reset Emotionally During Chaotic Days 11:32

3d ago11:32

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Is your house loud and chaotic? Does your brain spin daily? Does your patience feel paper-thin? If you said yes, then this episode is your exhale. Nobody talks about why moms get emotionally stuck in the chaos, but we need to normalize it. There is constant overstimulation: the noise, the needs, and the decisions to be made. We try to suppress it a…

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79. Why You Can't Stick to a Routine (and How to Finally Make It Work) 12:17

3d ago12:17

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Have you ever felt like a failure because you just can’t seem to stick to a routine? No matter how many planners you buy, chore charts you put on the wall, or programs you purchase, you just can’t make it work for YOU? If you have ever started a new habit, program, or routine on Monday and thrown it out the window by Thursday, then this episode is …

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Full Show 7-7-25 2:22:55

4d ago2:22:55

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Hour 1 - Orioles still need to be realistic about chances despite sweeping Braves 38:41

4d ago38:41

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A sweep over the Braves didn't do much to boost the Orioles footing in the AL standings. Will they still end up selling at the end of the month? Bruce Cunningham and Vinny Cerrato still think that the O’s reality is retooling for 2026.

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Hour 2 - Gabe Lacques says injury factor can’t be ignored when looking at O’s season 33:33

4d ago33:33

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The Orioles have been among the most disappointing teams in MLB this season, but everyone seems to have different ideas on what led them here. Gabe Lacques told Bruce and Vinny that he is still willing to chalk a lot of the struggles up to injuries.

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Hour 3 - Can Felix Bautista reach 30 saves this season? 35:43

4d ago35:43

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Felix Bautista has seen his workload increase as he continues to prove that he is fully recovered from Tommy John surgery. Will this be enough to get him past the 30 save threshold? Bruce Cunningham answered that and more during “Buy or Sell.”

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Hour 4 - AL East Report: Blue Jays can’t be stopped 34:57

4d ago34:57

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The Blue Jays have won eight in a row to move themselves into the driver's seat in the AL East. Will they be able to hang on through the second half? Bruce Cunningham takes a look at what Toronto has done to get to this point.

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Bryan DeArdo evaluates AFC North after recent Steelers moves 11:45

4d ago11:45

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The Steelers finally found their short-term answer at QB and even went out and made a gutsy trade in their secondary too. How much does this impact the way the AFC North will play out in 2025? Bryan DeArdo has Pittsburgh rising up to second in the division.

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Matt Weyrich says Orioles can't afford to mess up Samuel Basallo situation 9:16

4d ago9:16

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The Orioles remain adamant about getting Samuel Basallo more AAA experience before promoting him to the majors. This has led to more frustration for the fanbase, but Matt Weyrich says it's wise for the team to be a little more conservative with their to prospect right now.

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Has Jorge Mateo played his last game with Orioles 8:47

4d ago8:47

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Jorge Mateo was recently transferred to the 60-day IL with a hamstring strain and his chances of playing again in 2025 have taken a big hit. Does that also mean his time in Baltimore has come to an end?