Best Jake Robins Podcasts (2025)

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Community DC Robin Kelleher Hope for the Warriors 30:01

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Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with Robin Kelleher, who is the co-founder who serves as the CEO of Hope For The Warriors®. Robin’s entrepreneurship, leadership, and passion has led this highly successful “for purpose” organization to national heights, raising over $75M and significantly impacting the military community. Robin is responsibl…

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Ep213 - Deneen Melody, Kelby McClellan, & Zach Santolaya, Canyon Theatre Guild Production 1:01:14

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"The truth is every good play is hinged on the one particular character having a life changing moment." This episode features Deneen Melody, Kelby McClellan, & Zach Santolaya who were part of the Canyon Theatre Guild Production of CATS in California this summer. They share their initial reactions upon hearing the theater would do CATS, their person…

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The History Of Baseball In Minnesota 2:11:19

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This week, i do an archaelogical dig into 160 years of baseball history in Minnesota. In many ways, Minnesota was an early leader in team sports being played before large crowds, when the Dakota and Ojibwe tribes would play native lacrosse games, as far back as the 1600's, long before European settlers arrived. As for baseball, their timeline stret…

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Bruce Lee: Fists of Fury, the Death Touch, Murder Suspect #1, and Hollywood’s Ultimate Outsider 44:25

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Bruce Lee got into so much trouble as a kid in Hong Kong that his parents banished him to the place of his birth: America. There he found all kinds of new trouble to get into. He upset kung fu traditionalists with his revolutionary style of fighting. He challenged long-held perceptions in racist Hollywood. He was an outsider determined to change th…

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Bonus Episode – Triple Threats, Mobbed Up Producers, and Post Prison Movies 41:44

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On this week in the Wrap Party, Zeth and Jake are talking about entertainers who simultaneously dominate the small screen, the big screen, and the airwaves, as well as responding to your messages about everything from Jack Nicholson’s wild Hollywood nights to how one big studio head may or may not have had mob ties. Next week, get ready for our epi…

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Community DC The Jake Cassell Fund 30:01

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Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with Founder and President for The Jake Cassell Fund, Steve Cassell to talk about losing his autistic son Jake several years ago, and out of unbelievable tragedy, he and his wife started 'The Jake Cassell Fund' in his sons name that is dedicated to supporting special needs children, young adults, and their fa…

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Ep212 - Caesar Samayoa, Rum Tum Tugger in Act II Performing Arts Center & Don Kirshner in Just In Time on Broadway 41:48

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" I went to see CATS about five times with notebooks and took notes throughout the performance." This episode features Caesar Samayoa who performed as the Rum Tum Tugger in an "illegal" high school production of CATS in New Jersey and is currently performing as Don Kirshner and many more characters in Just In Time on Broadway. Hear Caesar dive into…

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John Belushi: Punk Rock Riots, Chicago Street Brawls, and Missions from God 43:14

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John Belushi may have been one of the funniest comedians of his generation, but he wasn’t just a funny guy. He was a rock star. He partied with the Stones, fronted a world-class band of R&B legends, and was responsible for a punk rock riot in Rockefeller Center. He drew the ire of street gangs in Chicago, attempted to steal a boat with his blues br…

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Community DC Hearts Cry Childrens Ministry 30:01

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Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow speak with the Founders of Heart's Cry Children's Ministry, Matt and Misty Hedspeth. The HCCM is a advocates for and cares for orphaned and abandoned children in Panama, particularly through their Casa Providencia, a special needs orphanage, and their Orphan Cares and Family Services programs. They provide a range o…

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Bonus Episode – Join Us in the Wrap Party 45:33

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Welcome to the Wrap Party, the weekly bonus episode of the HOLLYWOODLAND podcast hosted by longtime Double Elvis writer and editor Zeth Lundy, along with HOLLYWOODLAND's host, Jake Brennan. This week we're talking about crimes of the century, rock star comedians, and Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle. Next week, get ready for our episode on John Belushi. In …

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AI and Other Strange Design Materials with Matt Webb 30:17

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Matt Webb doesn’t just talk about emerging technologies—he builds with them, lives with them, and prototypes the futures they might bring. In this episode, Lou Rosenfeld talks with Webb—designer, technologist, and featured speaker at the upcoming Designing with AI 2025 conference—about how GenAI represents a kind of temporal leap: a sudden arrival …

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Ep211 - Trent Stork, Sylvia Hernandez-DiStasi, & Jake DiMaggio Lopez, Cast & Creative, Paramount Theatre Circus CATS 29:21

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"Ten years ago I was the Associate Director of CATS when we did it the first time at Paramount and I thought, wouldn't it be so amazing if Victoria ascended to Jellicle Ball in a moon beam of silks?" This episode features the cast and creative team of the 2025 circus production of CATS. The group dives into the unique transformation of the classic …

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Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle: Underground Brothels, Hush Money, Bootlegged Booze, and the Making of Hollywood’s Greatest Scandal 47:33

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A century ago, at the birth of movie superstardom, silent film star Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle was at the center of a scandal that rocked Hollywood to its core. He was accused of a murderous sex crime so depraved that it turned the nation not only against him but against Hollywood itself. It led to the trial of the century, and a test of whether Ameri…

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Carlton Fisk; Pudge 1:41:54

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Carlton Fisk will probably always be most notably be remembered for his game-winning home-run in Game 6 of the 1975 World Series, but it would be his durability over the long haul, that would cement his Hall Of Fame resume. The 11 time All Star would become known for his in-your-face intensity. his ability to handle pitchers, and his incredible wor…

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Community DC Alzheimer's Association 30:01

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WASH-FM's Jenni Chase is our special Host this week and spoke to Cindy Schelhorn: Senior Director, Communications and Marketing, Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter, and Gina Willoughby: President and CEO, WCG, Inc., Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter Board Member/Volunteer and organizer of the Workout To End AL…

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187. Nightwing: A Knight in Blüdhaven 47:49

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The brothers are back to continuity this week. Nightwing ventures out on his own to Blüdhaven, a less pleasant version of Gotham. The brothers discuss haircuts, renting movies, and Dick's landlord. Thanks for tuning in!We read: Nightwing: A Knight in BlüdhavenNext: Batman/Catwoman #10 and Batman/Catwoman Special #1…

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188. Batman Catwoman #10 and Batman Catwoman Special #1 48:43

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Bats and Cats and Beaches, oh my. This week the brothers read two issues of the ongoing Tom King Batman Catwoman story. We discuss Joker's true persona, Selena's young years, and Riddler in a hospital robe. Thanks for tuning in! We read: Batman Catwoman #10 and Batman Catwoman Special #1 Next: A game called "Holy-er than Burt Ward" and then Justice…

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189. Holy-er than Burt Ward 23:54

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Holy Gametime Batman! Aaron quizzes his brothers on Holy phrases that Burt Ward might have said during the Batman TV show and '66 Movie. Play along with Jake and Ben as they attempt to navigate this Holy Nonsense! Thanks for tuning in. Next: Justice League: A Midsummer Nightmare

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190. S8 - JLA: A Midsummer's Nightmare 43:22

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The brothers are back to continuity this week with a special guest, Harold (not the guy that lives in the Batcave). We find out about Harold's ties to the brothers, Wonder Woman's armpit hair, and Paperboy Tim. Thanks for tuning in! We read: JLA: A Midsummer's Nightmare Next: WF3: World's Finest Three…

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191. WF3 - World's Finest 3 40:26

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World's Finest 3? This week the brothers debate whether or not that is actually the case. We discuss Ivy's love life, Alfred's need to fly first class, and Aaron reads one of Ben's letters. Thanks for tuning in!We read: WF3 World's Finest 3Next: Robin Plus Impulse #1

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192. Robin +plus Impulse #1 40:59

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It's a Ben's World week! Ben made us read issue 1 of Robin +plus Impulse. We talked about feet and hair, skiing in Virginia, and prayer hands to stop nukes. Thanks for tuning in! We read: Robin +plus Impulse #1 Next: DC Super Heroes: The Puppet Master's Revenge

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193. The Puppet Master's Revenge 26:34

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This week, Aaron made his brothers read the 'kids' book - DC SuperHeroes: The Puppet Master's Revenge. The brothers discuss whether or not this is a children's story, where we would hide if we stole a $50 million dollar marionette, and Arnold Wesker's internal conflict. Thanks for tuning in! We Read: Dc Superheroes: The Puppet Master's Revenge Next…

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194. JLA: New World Order 37:35

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The Hyper-Clan, Watchtowers, and constipated heroes! This week the brothers read JLA: New World Order. We discuss Aquaman's ability to talk to porpoises, Ben gives out presents, and Batman is only human after all. Thanks for tuning in. We read: JLA: New World Order Next: Batman/Catwoman #11 and The Final Night…

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195. Batman Catwoman #11 27:17

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This week the brothers pick up with Tom King's current run of Batman Catwoman. We discuss sexy Riddler, too much exposition, and Andrea's self harm. Thanks for tuning in. We read: Batman Catwoman #11 Next: The Final Night

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196. The Final Night 43:04

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The sun will come out tomorrow...maybe! This week the brothers read The Final Night and explore how the JLA attempts to stop a sun swallowing menace. The brothers revisit Hal Jordan, Batman visits the Louvre, and Superman is not quite as super. Thanks for tuning in! We read: The Final Night Next: Superman: The Wedding Album…

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197. Superman: The Wedding Album 44:34

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Here comes the bride, in forty-two versions of white... Ok, maybe just four or five... This week the brothers read Superman: The Wedding Album. We share some stories from our own weddings, discuss Lois and Clark tying the knot, and Ben's hunger for cake. Thanks for tuning in! We read: Superman- The Wedding Album Next: JLA-Rock of Ages…

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198. JLA: Rock of Ages 43:48

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Metron, Harry Potter, and Blue Superman? This week the brothers read JLA: Rock of Ages. We catch up with the Injustice Gang, get a Darkseid teaser appearance, and Ben comes up with a new podcast idea. Thanks for tuning in! We read: JLA - Rock of Ages Next: JLA - World without Grown-ups

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199. JLA: World without Grown-ups 52:20

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Impulsive kids being brats? Purple genie in an archeological dig? What could go wrong? This week the brothers read JLA: World without Grown-ups. We discuss Nazi dinosaurs, the uselessness of the JLA (except Batman), and Ben has a moment. Thanks for tuning in!We read: JLA - World without Grown-upsNext: 200 Episode Special!We will be celebrating 200 …

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200. 200th Episode Special! 2:14:08

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The brothers celebrate their 200th epsiode of The Brotherhood of Batman with an all Ben created special. Ben quizzes Jake and Aaron with some very unique games, the brothers reminisce over past episodes, and Aaron eats like a toddler. Thank you for tuning in for the last 200 episodes, more to come! Next: Batman - Cataclysm & Batman/Catwoman #12…

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203. Batman/Catwoman #12 39:11

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Presents under the tree? All wrapped up nicely? Time to head to the beach? This week the brothers finish their review of the current Tom King and Clay Mann run of Batman/Catwoman. We discuss Superman's ability to apply makeup, Helena's prowess as a detective, and give our final reviews over the whole run. Thanks for tuning in! We read: Batman/Catwo…

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204. Road to No Man's Land Part 1: Aftershock 54:56

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Gotham is doing great. Really, really great.... Or, maybe not... This week the brothers read parts of the Aftershock storyline of Road to No Man's Land. Gotham is in shambles following the plague and earthquake. The brothers discuss the efforts of the Bat family to save Gotham, the merits of cannibalism, and Jake gives a PSA on comic storage. Thank…

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201. Batman: Cataclysm Part 1 45:35

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There's a whole lot of shakin' goin' on in Gotham! This week the brothers are joined by Jesse Shucks @doublejump314 (Instagram and TikTok) for our discussion and review of Batman: Cataclysm. The brothers and Jesse discuss the first half of the Cataclysm trade (published in 1999). We find out the structural integrity of Wayne Manor, determine the Ba…

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202. Batman: Cataclysm Part 2 1:02:59

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Gotham in ruins because of The Quakemaster?! The brothers are joined by Jesse Shucks (@doublejump314) again this week for the second half of Cataclysm. We discuss the after effects of the earthquake on Gotham City, the relationship between Huntress and Spoiler, and the genius pulling the strings behind Quakemaster. Thanks for tuning in! We read: Ba…

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205. I'm blank Game 1:08:12

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This week, Jake quizzes Aaron and Ben on their ability to fill in the missing word in quotes across Batman and DC movies. Ben made some Skittle flavored cocktails, Jake can't remember his own rules, and Aaron discusses The Last Ronin. Thanks for tuning in! Next: Road to No Man's Land Part 2: Azrael #47-48, Batman #560-561, and Detective Comics #727…

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206. Road to No Man's Land Part 2 48:11

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Mr. Wayne goes to Washington and Mr. Scratch hates Gotham! This week the brothers read the first half of the Road to No Man's Land. We discuss Azrael's ability to carry out assignments, Batman's lack of experience at being Bruce, and Gordon being able to turn on a light. Thanks for tuning in. We read: Azrael #47-48, Batman #560-561, and Detective C…

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207. Road to No Man's Land Part 3 49:00

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The road to Gotham ends here. The brothers read the last part of Road to No Man's Land. We discuss Joker's new gig as a pharmacist/psychiatrist, Wayne Manor's collapse, and Azrael's new Superman suit. Thanks for tuning in! We read: Shadow of the Bat #80-82, Batman #562, Detective Comics #729, and Azrael #49 Next: No Man's Land Vol. 1…

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208. No Bartenders in No Man's Land 28:12

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Holy Bartering for a beverage Batman! We are about to venture in to No Man's Land where there are no bartenders (they must have gone to Blüdhaven...). Jake put together a drink selection game that we are going to use before each No Man's Land episode. Create a deck and play along. Thanks for tuning in! We have decided to cease with seasons and just…

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210. No Man's Land Part 2 44:54

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Things are not going great in Gotham. The brothers read the second volume of No Man's Land. We discuss Batman's struggle to be loved again, the art quality, and Harold's mission to repair Gotham. Thanks for tuning in. We read: No Man's Land Vol. 2 TP Next: Robin #56-58, 62-65

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211. No Man's Land Part 3: Catching up with Robin and Spoiler 55:54

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Ben wanted to bring some sunshine back into Gotham, so he made us read some Robin issues. We find out what Tim Drake has been doing up until Vol. 2 of No Man's Land. We discuss The Riddler and Captain Boomerang, Stephanie's bun in the oven, and Tim hanging with The Flash. Thanks for tuning in! We read: Robin #56-58 and #62-65 Next: No Man's Land Vo…

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212. No Man's Land Part 4 43:53

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Is progress being made in Gotham? Are Batman and friends back together to save the city? This week the brothers read No Man's Land Vol. 3, Young Justice Special #1, JLA #32, and Robin #67. We discuss the unmasking of Batgirl and the immediate passing of the suit to someone new, we find out how Robin and Dick make it back to Gotham, and Ivy gets a l…

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213. No Man's Land Part 5: Nightwing and Azrael in No Man's Land 38:45

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This week Batman sends Dick Grayson and John Paul Valley on missions to retake Blackgate Prison and stop Scratch. Are they successful? Do we get a satisfying conclusion to the Scratch story? Find out as the brothers discuss the return of Socko, convenient gunpowder placement, and JPV's lucious locks. Thanks for tuning in! We read: Nightwing #35-37 …

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Ep210 - Nancy Leach, Swing in Hamburg Production of CATS 42:19

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" Bustopher Jones was Bustopher Mürr and I don’t know why except that it rhymed." This episode features Nancy Leach who was a swing in the Hamburg production of CATS. Nancy shares her introduction to CATS, learning the show in German, and her journey from New York to Hamburg. She discusses her roles, particularly as Grizabella, and provides insight…

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280. Batman War Games Act 2 53:52

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The brothers are back with a new continuity episode! We have been super busy with life but are still trying to get episodes together. We discuss Tim's return as Robin, Spoiler takes a beating, and Batman continues to be a douche. Thanks for listening! Read: Batman War Games Act 2 Next: Batman War Games Act 3 We have had to stop with the intro songs…

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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson: A Teenage Jewel Thief, a Heel Turn Betrayal, and Raising the People’s Eyebrow 39:40

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Long before he raised the People’s Eyebrow, dropped the People’s Elbow, and laid the smackdown on the candyass world of Hollywood, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson ran a jewelry theft ring in Waikiki. He and his peers worked the posh shopping district, snatching and grabbing whatever they could get their hands on and then pawning their haul for cold, hard…

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Ep209 - Marc Robin & Joey Abramowicz, Creative Team, Fulton Theatre CATS 58:12

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"The truth is every good play is hinged on the one particular character having a life changing moment." This episode features Director/Choreographer Marc Robin and Associate Director/Makeup Designer Joey Abramowicz to discuss the Fulton Theatre's upcoming summer 2025 production of CATS. They delve into the unique concept of setting the musical in a…

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Andre Dawson; The Hawk 1:14:36

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Andre Dawson, also known as "The Hawk", was one of the most dynamic and all-around polished players of hia generation. He was a legitimate five-tool player, even when his knees were screaming at him to hang em up. Over a career that spanned 21 major league seasons, he made an indellible mark, combining his raw power, speed and defensive prowess to …

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Community DC Glenda Fu Smith So Kids Soar 30:01

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Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with Glenda Fu Smith, Executive Director for So Kids Soar, a nonprofit organization in the DMV that provides life-changing programs to empower youth with physical and developmental disabilities. We also we’ll be visiting with one of So Kids Soar’s sponsors and partners – Jason Daniel from Panda Exteriors – to…

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Jack Nicholson: Hidden Drugs, Road Rage, and a Shocking Crime 43:37

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In some of Hollywood’s best-loved movies, Jack Nicholson played jokers, sailors, inmates – even the Devil himself. But he never played by the rules. He allegedly mooned a crowd of thousands at a basketball game. His bedroom kinks were laid bare in the papers. He fought the MPAA and the LAPD. And in 1994, he attempted to establish his own set of rul…

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214. No Man's Land Part 6: Harley Quinn 42:45

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After four years of Ben anxiously waiting, Harley Quinn has joined the podcast continuity! This week the brothers read the introduction of Ms. Harleen Quinzel. We discuss ivy's horse-drawn produce business, Joker's ability to design and build rockets in No Man's Land, and Harley's ever so slight obsession with Mr. J. Thanks for tuning in.We Read: H…

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Ep208 - Sarah Bowden, Sillabub in Australian Circus Tent Tour & Ensemble in Smash on Broadway 48:02

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" Chrissie Cartwright looked at me and she’s like ‘you've gotta like see the mouse, follow the mouse, pounce on the mouse, chase the mouse again.’ And I was like, wait, wait, wait. Are we cats?" This episode features Sarah Bowden who performed as Sillabub in the Australian Circus Tent Tour production of CATS and is currently performing in the ensem…