This is the place for Boston Bruins game analysis from the two guys who know the team as well as anybody. Longtime NHL analyst Billy Jaffe and former NHL goalie Andrew Raycroft sit down with a cup of coffee to break down the previous night's game and offer their insight.
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Join How to Be a Better Human as we take a look within and beyond ourselves. How to Be a Better Human isn’t your average self improvement podcast. Each week join comedian Chris Duffy in conversation with guests and past speakers as they uncover sharp insights and give clear takeaways on how YOU can be a better human. From your work to your home and your head to your heart, How to Be a Better Human looks in unexpected places for new ways to improve and show up for one another. Inspired by the ...
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Details, Depth, and Finding Different Ways to Win | Ep. 401
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37:55In this episode, Jaffe & Razor discuss how the B's are finding different ways to win and why taking care of the small details has made a big difference. They highlight the 4th line stepping up in Sunday’s win against the PIT, break down a strong night in net from Korpisalo, and wrap things up with thoughts on Jonathan Aspirot’s contract extension a…
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How to experience the world like a good dog (w/ Alexandra Horowitz)
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42:15Can our dogs feel guilt? Or have they successfully trained us with their puppy eyes to win a treat and extra kibble? Alexandra Horowitz is a researcher and head of the Dog Cognition Lab at Barnard College; she joins Chris to chat about how dogs make us laugh and ways to be more present in life. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTrans…
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The Bruins' Week in Review and What's Ahead | Ep. 400
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46:38In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor recap the Bruins’ past week, taking a closer look at recent performances and trends. They discuss Jeremy Swayman’s workload and how it’s being managed, dive into Fraser Minten’s continued progression and development, and explain why the Bruins’ upcoming schedule will be a critical stretch movin…
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Mental Lapses, More Penalty Problems, and Minten's Statement Game | Ep. 399
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46:24In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins’ 7–4 loss to Seattle. They focus on costly lapses in concentration and the continued struggle to clean up penalties. The guys discuss an off night for Jeremy Swayman, Fraser Minten’s statement game in Vancouver, and the impact of Hampus Lindholm’s injury and adjustments to the defensive pairings …
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How to make 2026 a year full of laughs (w/ Chris Duffy and Manoush Zomorodi)
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38:11For the past five seasons, host Chris Duffy has been interviewing guests from psychotherapist Dr. Orna Guralnik to poet Sarah Kay to author Andrew Leland and more on how they work to become better humans. In this special episode kicking off season 6, Chris is now in the hot seat. Manoush Zomorodi, host of NPR’s TED Radio Hour, joins as guest host t…
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A Big Win in Edmonton and Olympic Rosters | Ep. 398
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45:33In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins’ 6–2 win over the Oilers in Edmonton and how the team responded in a big way. The guys highlight the defensemen chipping in offensively, then shift gears to talk Olympic rosters, including Jeremy Swayman earning a spot on Team USA. Plenty of Bruins talk and international h…
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OT Loss To CGY, Costly Penalties, and a Happy New Year Ahead! | Ep. 397
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39:31In this episode, Jaffe & Razor react to the Bruins’ 2–1 overtime loss to Calgary, breaking down how bad penalties at bad times continue to be a major issue. The guys debate whether David Pastrnak should see time on the PK, share their thoughts on the latest line combinations, and wrap things up by wishing everyone a Happy New Year as the Bruins tur…
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Interview: The razor-thin line between contagion and connection w/ Dan Taberski | from TED Health
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30:00After a mysterious wave of tics and twitches swept through a small-town high school in New York, documentary podcaster Dan Taberski set out to investigate what was really happening. Drawing on extensive research and intimate interviews with the people involved, he explores the roots of mass hysteria — and what it reveals about the line between illn…
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Fatigue, Goaltending, and Finding Their Finish | Ep. 396
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44:18In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor dive into the Bruins battling mental fatigue and what that means as the season grinds on. The guys break down the current goaltending situation and what the team needs between the pipes, then turn their attention to the top lines and the urgency for them to get going again. Take a second to vis…
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3rd Period Implosion Costs Bruins Against Habs In Team's 4th Straight Loss | Ep. 395
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37:22In this episode, Jaffe & Razor talk about the Bruins 6-2 loss to the Canadiens. They discuss penalties continuing to hurt the team, battling mental fatigue, the toughness in the Atlantic division, the goalie interference call and more! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at fazendacoffe.com…
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Work advice from the world’s favorite couples therapist w/ Master Fixer Dr. Orna Guralnik | from Fixable
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40:49Relationships of any kind can be tricky—but therapists are here to help. In this special episode, Anne and Frances talk to clinical psychologist Dr. Orna Guralnik, star of the hit show Couples Therapy, to translate her advice for romantic relationships to the professional world. Together, they discuss the art of deep listening, underline the import…
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Bruins’ Slow Starts Becoming An Issue But Swayman Steady In Net | Ep. 394
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45:05In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor talk about the Bruins getting scored on first too often, Swayman’s steady play and his save percentage numbers, mix in a little McDavid talk, and look ahead to the week to come!Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at fazendacoffe.com…
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Bruins Can't Slow McDavid & Oilers, Lose 3-1 To Edmonton | Ep. 393
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41:44In this episode, Jaffe & Razor recap the Bruins' 3-1 loss to Edmonton. They discuss the stingy 5 on 5 play, trying to contain McDavid, facing breakaways as a goalie, simplifying the Bruins' game, and some of the defensive matchups. Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at faze…
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Geekie's Two Goal Night Pushes Bruins Past Utah | Ep. 392
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42:38In this episode, Jaffe & Razor recap the Bruins' 4-1 win over the Utah Mammoth. They discuss the team depth paying off, bouncing back after losses, the PK improving, Geekie's importance, and Swayman's consistency. Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at fazendacoffe.com…
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Re-release: Throwing good parties and building community (w/ Priya Parker)
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38:16Many of us are entering the new year with a similar goal — to build community and connect more with others. To kick off season five, Priya Parker shares ideas on how to be the host with the most. An expert on building connection, Priya is the author of “The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters.” Whether it's a book club, wedding, birthd…
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Bruins Finding Offense As Pastrnak & McAvoy Return, Lines In Flux | Ep. 391
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45:14In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor recap the Bruins’ results over the past week and dive into the team scoring goals and whether it can continue. They also talk about getting Pastrnak and McAvoy back, losing Arvidsson and Aspirot, and how the lines could look moving forward. Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! …
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Kastelic and Minten Score 2 Each In Bruins' 5-2 Win Over The Blues | Ep. 391
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35:40In this episode, Jaffe and Razor discuss the Bruins' 5-2 win over the Blues. They talk about Pastrnak's return to the lineup, the line combinations, Fraser Minten's scoring, Sturm leaning on the 3rd & 4th lines, Swayman on top of his game, & more. Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fa…
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2025 Staff Picks - Best of How to Be a Better Human
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28:20Remember those fun high school superlatives like the “Class Clown” or the “Biggest Flirt”? In this special How to Be a Better Human season finale, you will be hearing from our previous guest Dallas Youth Poet Laureate Naisha Randhar and our team of editors, marketers, producers, fact-checkers and more on their favorite episodes this year. How to Be…
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Bruins Build Momentum As Steeves Impresses & Injuries Improve | Ep. 390
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45:22In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor look back at the Bruins’ past week, Steeves’ strong performance, and how the guys returning from injury are settling in. They also get into some Olympic buzz and a little goalie mask talk. Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazend…
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Zacha Scores Twice In Bruins' 5-2 Win Over St. Louis | Ep. 389
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37:00In this episode, Jaffe & Razor analyze the Bruins' 5-2 win over St. Louis. They talk about Steeve's continued scoring, lineup possibilities when healthy, Korpisalo's game, Hampus Lindholm's play, Söderström's debut & more! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at fazendacoffe.com…
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Pods Fight Poverty: Why Giving Money to Others Makes us Happier | from The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos
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49:01Money can buy you happiness – but not in the way we think. Giving money away – especially to help others – has been shown make us happier than spending on ourselves. Social psychologist Lara Aknin explains the best ways to spend on loved ones, friends and even total strangers to get the biggest happiness bang for your buck. And Harvard’s Josh Green…
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Shorthanded Bruins Lose 5-4 To Detroit | Ep. 388
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34:49In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins 5-4 loss to the Detroit Red Wings. They discuss the high volume of games played early in the season, Aspirot's 1st NHL goal, the team's depth getting tested, Pastrnak still out of the lineup, & who could get called up from Providence. Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! …
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How to find small delights in an uncontrollable world (w/ Sarah Kay)
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39:37What makes a hometown home, and how do you find community? Sarah Kay is a spoken word poet and author of the latest poetry collection, A Little Daylight Left. Sarah and Chris grew up in New York City where the energetic and diverse community shaped their lives. They discuss how to find belonging in new neighborhoods, how to focus on creating art an…
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Penalties Pile Up In Loss To Rangers As B’s Battle Injuries | Ep. 387
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46:00In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor react to the Bruins dealing with injuries to Pastrnak and Zacha, too many penalties hurting their game, and a rough night against the Rangers. They also highlight the continued strong play of the Minten line and look ahead to the first matchup with the Detroit Red Wings. Learn more about your a…
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B's Finish Off Road Trip With 3-1 Win Over Isles On Long Island | Ep. 386
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41:08In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins 3-1 Thanksgiving Eve win over the Islanders . They discuss going .500 on the road trip, the 3rd line's impactful play, Steeves' short-handed goal, Swayman playing at a high level, the D-men's physicality & much more! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! …
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How to Eat with Awareness and Purpose (w/ Sean Sherman)
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33:13If you remove ingredients like dairy, wheat, flour, cane sugar, beef, pork, and chicken from your diet—then what do you eat? For Sioux chef Sean Sherman, excluding colonial ingredients from his cuisines gives him the opportunity to spotlight indigenous produce and uplift local communities. Sean is the owner of the James Beard Award-winning restaura…
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Bruins Grind Out 2-1 OT Win in LA and Geekie Continues All-Star Ascent | Ep. 385
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44:40In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins’ overtime win in LA, Geekie’s continued standout play, and the latest line changes. They also discuss whether this was Zadorov’s best game as a Bruin, as well as the B’s power play and penalty kill staying sharp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic…
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Bruins Drop 1st Game of the Road Trip In Anaheim | Ep. 384
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33:48In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins 4-3 loss in Anaheim. They discuss Marco Sturm's post-game comments, tough breaks for Korpisalo, the power play staying hot, Viel's injury, and more! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at fazendacoffe.com …
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Bruins Lack Energy In 3-1 Loss To Carolina After Emotional Win In Montreal | Ep. 383
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42:32In this episode, Jaffe & Razor talk about the Bruins games against CAR and MTL. They discuss dealing with Carolina's speed, Zadorov setting the tone in MTL, the PK stepping up, battling through injuries, the upcoming road trip, & plenty more! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at fa…
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How to find belonging (w/ Hanif Abdurraqib)
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32:52Where do you belong and what does community mean to you? These are the central questions Chris asks poet and cultural critic Hanif Abdurraqib while visiting Hanif’s hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Hanif is a poet and essayist of many notable works such as They Can’t Kill Us Until They Kill Us, A Fortune for Your Disaster, and A Little Devil in America,…
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B's Look To Get Back On Track In MTL After Loss In OTT | Ep. 382
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45:56In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor discuss the Bruins’ matchup tonight against the Habs. They break down the importance of finding consistency, the Pastrnak/Geekie duo, expected defense pairs, take listener calls and plenty more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Pastrnak Scores His 400th Career Goal In Bruins 5-3 Win Over Leafs | Ep. 381
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41:38In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins' 5-3 win over the Leafs. They discuss another good 1st period, great effort on the forecheck, Pastrnak's 400th goal, the powerplay coming together, Zadorov's presence, Lohrei settling into a rhythm & much more! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! V…
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Why you need to learn how to fight in a relationship (w/ Dr. Julie and John Gottman)
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35:40“All couples fight. In fact, how they fight in the first three minutes predicts with 96% accuracy not only how the rest of the conversation will go, but how the rest of the relationship will go six years down the road,” says relationship expert Dr. Julie Gottman. Dr. Julie and John Gottman are founders of the Gottman Institute and the Love Lab wher…
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Bruins Keep Rolling As Depth Steps Up & Korpisalo Locks In | Ep. 380
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45:51In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor discuss the Bruins’ ongoing win streak, strong play from Khusnutdinov, Minten, and Lohrei with solid performance from goalie Korpisalo, and preview the upcoming matchup against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Zacha Scores OT Winner vs Ottawa In B's Fifth Straight Win | Ep. 379
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41:26In this episode, Jaffe & Razor discuss the B's 3-2 OT win over Ottawa. They break down how the defensive depth is making an impact, Zadorov playing steady with McAvoy, Aspirot's solid play, Minten's continued improvement, & as always, plenty more! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at faz…
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B's Push Win Streak To Four With 4-3 Win Shootout Win Over Isles | Ep. 378
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40:25In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins 4-3 shootout win over the New York Islanders. They discuss a tactically sound first period, the second line making a difference, Arvidsson gaining confidence, Swayman settling in, Khusnutdinov's comfort level & plenty more! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! …
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How to break bad habits (w/ Edith Zimmerman)
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39:32Edith Zimmerman is a sketchbook cartoonist and writer of the Substack newsletter, Drawing Links. In this episode, she joins Chris to talk about honesty and self-discovery. From sharing her artwork to discussing her sobriety journey to falling in love with running, Edith and Chris explore how creativity and pursuing new activities can help you overc…
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Khusnutdinov’s OT Game Winner, Lineup Adjustments & Geekie Stays Hot | Ep. 377
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46:06In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor discuss Elias Lindholm’s injury, Marat Khusnutdinov’s move up the lineup, why there’s been no call-ups, the current goalie situation, and Morgan Geekie’s continued hot streak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy NESN
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Bruins Rally Back From 2 Goal Deficit In 5-2 Win Over NYI | Ep. 376
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42:41In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins 5-2 comeback win against the New York Islanders. They discuss bouncing back after a bad start, improving the breakouts, Lohrei's scratch, Korpisalo's solid night, Hampus Lindholm's return & much more. Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at faz…
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How to use your muscles — or risk losing them (w/ Bonnie Tsui)
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44:34Did you know that you start losing bone AND muscle mass as soon as the age of thirty? Or that your fingers and toes don’t have muscles? Or how women in Scotland are starting to compete in the lighting of Dinnie Stones – which weighs 733 pounds?! These are topics that Chris discussed with Bonnie Tsui, author of the book On Muscle: The Stuff That Mov…
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B's Issues In The D Zone, Giving Up Goals After Scoring, and Getting Out of A Rut | Ep. 375
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44:01In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins’ loss to the Anaheim Ducks. They discuss the team's defensive structure issues, giving up too many goals after scoring, and what needs to be done to get out of this stretch of bad games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Bruins Lose 4-3 To Panthers In Marchand's Return To Boston | Ep. 374
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44:13In this episode, Jaffe & Razor discuss the Bruins 4-3 loss to the Florida Panthers. They get into Marco Sturm's post-game comments, Lohrei's night, Hampus Lindholm's absence, fixing defensive structure, Middlestadt's return to the lineup & more. Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at fazendacoff…
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Bruins' Losing Streak Reaches 4 With 3-2 Loss In Utah | Ep. 373
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40:25In this episode, Jaffe & Razor discuss the Bruins 3-2 loss to the Utah Mammoth. They break down the 4 game losing streak, how to get more shots on net, Geekie's form, solid goaltending, Marchand's return to the Garden & much more! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at fazendacoffe.com …
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How do you stop caring what others think? A filmmaker and a therapist answer | TED Talks Daily
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28:49How do you quit people-pleasing? Internet filmmaker Baron Ryan and family therapist Stephanie R. Yates-Anyabwile unpack the all-too-common fear of rejection and explore the practices necessary to reclaim your ability to finally say “no” and stop caring about what other people think. (This conversation is part of “TED Intersections,” a series featur…
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Bruins Drop Two Straight, Refocus on Structure & Need for Lindholm’s Return | Ep. 372
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45:30In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor break down the Bruins’ response to their recent pair of losses, how structure remains the backbone of their success, and why getting Hampus Lindholm back in the lineup post-injury is crucial. They also break down the team's stats so far and look ahead to upcoming matchups with the Colorado Aval…
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How Texas became America’s biggest producer of wind energy (from Speed & Scale)
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27:20This is the surprising story of how Texas – rich in oil and gas – became America's biggest producer of wind energy. For our first episode, Ryan and Anjali talk with Pat Wood, once George W. Bush’s right hand man and head of Texas's Public Utility Commission, to uncover the innovative approach that turned Texas into a renewable energy powerhouse. It…
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Bruins Lose 4-3 In Monday Matinee Against Tampa | Ep. 371
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38:22In this episode, Jaffe & Razor discuss the Bruins 4-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. They break down a tough start for the B's, mistakes leading to goals, Geekie's goal, Harris' good performance, Zadorov's impact and much more! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at fazendacoffe.com Visit…
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A practical guide to taking control of your life | TED Talks Daily
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10:33The real lever of a meaningful life isn’t intelligence or hustle — it’s personal agency, says Cate Hall, former Supreme Court attorney and once the world’s top-ranked female poker player. Sharing her journey from the throes of addiction to leading a multibillion-dollar foundation, Hall shares tactical wisdom for increasing your ability to see and a…
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The Bruins Start 2-0, Lindholm's Injury, Stellar Special Teams & More | Ep. 370
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45:04In this episode, as first heard on WEEI, Jaffe & Razor break down the B's 2-0 start to the season. They discuss the top line's performance, Hampus Lindholm's injury, great goaltending, improved special teams play & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy NESN
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Bruins Open The Season With 3-1 Win Over Washington | Ep. 369
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32:56In this episode, Jaffe & Razor break down the B's 3-1 opening night win over the Washington Capitals. They discuss a good start for the team to build on, Pastrnak's 3 point night, Swayman's strong game, good special teams play & much more! Take a second to visit some of our great sponsors! Visit Fazenda at fazendacoffe.com …
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