Best Perf Podcasts (2026)

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#57 - 2025 Year In Review 1:21:36

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2d ago1:21:36

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2025 was a pretty wild year for the two Adams. Lots of matches, lots of classes, lots of rounds down range, and some important lessons learned. In the first week of the new year we take a quick peak back at the last 12 months.By Adam Riser and Adam Maxwell

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Alchemy In Technicolor: The Post-1950s 46:46

24d ago46:46

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Send us a text In this episode Adam and Charlotte discuss the later years of Technicolor with their special guest, author Bob Hoffman. Bob wrote a book that focuses on the post-1950s era of Technicolor, after they had abandoned their film cameras and embraced film print manufacture. Bob's book Alchemy In Technicolor also examines Technicolor's fora…

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HR Connect Leadership Series | Leading with Authenticity, Commerciality and Empathy 46:15

8h ago46:15

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In this episode of the Mentor List Podcast – HR Connect Leadership Series, host Simone Turner sits down with Colin Pritchard, a senior executive with a rare blend of deep HR expertise and commercial leadership experience across Australian and global organisations. With more than 25 years in HR and 15 years in commercial and strategic roles, Colin h…

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Episode 637: Recap of 2025 and Goal Setting for 2026 2:16:56

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In this episode, the hosts reflect on their achievements over the past year and lay out their ambitious plans for the future of the show and their personal hunting goals. 2025 Year in Review The team looks back at a successful year marked by consistency and growth: Goals for 2026 The hosts outline several key … Continue reading Episode 637: Recap o…

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DF Direct Special: Digital Foundry's Best Gaming Hardware 2025 1:15:46

1d ago1:15:46

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In the last DF Direct video of the year, Rich, Oliver and Alex join forces to discusses their experiences of the best gaming hardware of 2025. Handhelds dominate, and while Switch 2's mega sales cannot be denied, Rich makes the case for the crazy GPD Win 5, while Oliver opts for the SteamOS-based Lenovo Legion Go S. Beyond portables, it's all about…

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466: What if 2026 is the year you stopped DIY'ing your business strategy? 1:01:03

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What if 2026 is the year you finally stop DIY'ing your business strategy and start building with intention? In this powerful new-year conversation, Evie and Lindsay unpack why free content and doing everything on your own can only take you so far, especially when you are feeling stuck, exhausted, or overwhelmed by too many ideas and no clear path f…

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DF Direct Special: Digital Foundry's Best Game Graphics of 2025 1:36:08

8d ago1:36:08

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Need we saw more? As we draw to the end of another remarkable year in video games, the Digital Foundry team sit down to pore over the technological showcases of the last 12 months in an attempt to answer the immortal question: What were the best game graphics of the year? 0:00:00 Introduction0:02:09 Honourable Mentions: Kirby Air Riders, Mario Kart…

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#56 - Ballistics and Calculators 44:12

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If you're going to do any shooting past 100 yards, then you need to really understand what your bullet is doing as it travels out into the world. Today's episode is a short lesson on what impacts a bullet's flight as well as a quick how-to guide on using a ballistics calculator (which is way easier than you think).…

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465: Not Getting Bookings? Practical Steps to Change That Today with Ben Hartley 1:06:41

10d ago1:06:41

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If your inbox has been painfully quiet and you are wondering what you are doing wrong, this episode is your wake up call in the best possible way. Evie and Lindsey sit down with industry educator and photographer Ben Hartley for a no fluff conversation about why photographers stop getting booked and what actually works to change that, complete with…

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#55 - Bad Advice 1:21:54

16d ago1:21:54

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What's the worst piece of shooting advice you've ever heard? Here are a few of our favorites from over the years, and a couple that just won't die.By Adam Riser and Adam Maxwell

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464: Entrepreneurs, Listen to This If You Need a Pep Talk 24:37

17d ago24:37

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If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, unmotivated, or like you just cannot seem to move the needle forward right now, this episode is your sign. Evie and Lindsey deliver a short, powerful entrepreneur pep talk filled with tough love, honest encouragement, and practical reminders for those seasons when business and life feel heavy. They talk about w…

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2025 Wrap Up: How to Train Smarter in the New Year 11:38

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As the year wraps up, it’s tempting to overhaul everything — training, nutrition, goals, routines. In this short end-of-year episode, Andrew explains why that approach usually backfires. Progress doesn’t come from drastic changes or emotional overload. It comes from small, intentional improvements executed consistently. The athletes who improve yea…

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DF Direct Weekly #245: Half-Life 3 Steam Machine Launch Game? Skyrim Switch 2 Lag Patch, Marathon! 2:12:09

18d ago2:12:09

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A critical mass of rumours is strongly suggesting that Half-Life 3 will be a launch title for Steam Machine - but how does that work when the RAM crisis is making any kind of hardware launch so challenging? Meanwhile, Oliver pops in to talk about an actual patch for the woeful Switch 1 port of Batman: Arkham Knight, while Tom makes a similarly came…

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Episode 636: Canada Gun Ban Next Step Speculations 1:19:17

22d ago1:19:17

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In this year-end episode of Slam Fire Radio, recorded on December 17, 2025, hosts Adriel, Kyle, Tony, and Dustin gather for a final 2025 recap and a look at the uncertain future of Canadian firearms legislation The crew balances holiday cheer with technical talk, range reports, and a deep dive into international “gun ban” trends … Continue reading …

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S9E11: Protein - Longevity, Muscle & Performance w Dr. Stu Phillips, PhD 1:03:06

22d ago1:03:06

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In Season 9, Episode #11, Marc sits down with Professor Stu Phillips, PhD, world-renowned protein and exercise scientist from McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. CONNECT w PROF PHILLIPS: Twitter: https://x.com/mackinprof ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OF…

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#54 - Gift Ideas 56:06

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Not sure what to get for your shooting buddy this holiday? Listen here. Or, if you are the shooting friend/partner/husband/wife/etc, then send this episode to anyone buying you gifts, and maybe you'll get something great.By Adam Riser and Adam Maxwell

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463: Feel Like a '10' - How to Discover Your Personal Style Through Thrifting with Krista Lavrusik 58:13

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In this episode of The Heart & Hustle Podcast, Evie and Lindsey are joined by personal stylist and thrifting queen Krista Lavrusik for a conversation that feels like a confidence pep talk you did not know you needed. Krista shares how discovering your personal style can completely shift the way you see yourself, especially if you have spent years t…

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DF Direct Weekly #244: The Game Awards Reaction, First PS3 Emu on PS5, FSR Redstone First Look! 2:06:03

25d ago2:06:03

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It's that time of the year! The Digital Foundry team discuss the big reveals and the games that caught their eye at The Game Awards, with the traditional complaints about the volume of CG trailers. Beyond that, Rich shares his impressions on the first PS3 emulator for PlayStation 5, Alex gets to grips with the wobbly performance of FSR Redstone fra…

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Episode 635: Unicorn Prop Guns & Christmas Wishlists 1:58:33

29d ago1:58:33

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In this episode, the crew catches up on a busy week of gun builds, new jobs in the film industry, and competition results. They break down the latest firearms news, including the Firearms Advisory Panel report, and wrap up with a discussion on what they hope to find under the Christmas tree this year. 1. … Continue reading Episode 635: Unicorn Prop…

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#53 - PCSL 2 Gun Nationals 2:10:36

1M ago2:10:36

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We're back where On The Perf started—recording at PCSL 2 Gun Nationals. This time the Adams shot the main match to have a real go at it. There was sickness, broken guns, occluded dots, and all kinds of shenanigans. Neither Adam feels redeemed, and you can find out why.By Adam Riser and Adam Maxwell

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462: "Styled Shoots Are Cheating" - We Discuss Photography Industry HOT Takes 52:54

1M ago52:54

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This week Evie and Lindsey dive straight into the spicy side of the photography world with a full lineup of industry hot takes that every creative has heard, whispered about, or secretly debated in their group chats. From the controversial claim that styled shoots are cheating to whether presets make you a bad editor to the uproar over using inspo …

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HR Connect Leadership Series | Peitta Dyball on culture, strategy & the evolving HR landscape 35:21

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In this episode, we sit down with Peitta Dyball, Chief People Officer at Brown Family Wine Group, to unpack the evolving landscape of HR and the expanding influence of people leadership. Peitta shares insights from her extensive career, spanning aviation, transport, and now a fourth-generation family business, covering everything from leading throu…

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Erik Darling and Kendra Little talk AI, SQL Server 2025, and the Future Is Text Files 45:48

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Erik Darling joins Kendra to chat about AI tools, why they work better for Python and PowerShell than SQL, and what's exciting (and what's not) in SQL Server 2025. Along the way we describe the ONE THING we always want to configure in Resource Governor, why at least one SQL Server 2025 feature should be backported to 2022, and why the universe is t…

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DF Direct Weekly #243: Metroid Prime Switch 1 vs 2, The Witcher 4-6, Crucial RAM Dead, 32-bit PhysX! 1:57:38

1M ago1:57:38

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Nintendo didn't release Metroid Prime 4 Switch 1 review code to journalists, so how does it stack up against Switch 2? Rich does some digging. Meanwhile, the team lament the end of the iconic Crucial RAM, but there's better news about the return of some kind of 32-bit PhysX support for RTX 50-series GPUs. Oliver talks Sonic Racing Crossworlds on Sw…

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Episode 634: Black Friday Hauls, 10/22 Builds, and the “14 SKS” Myth 1:34:53

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This week on Slam Fire Radio, the hosts recover from their Black Friday spending sprees and dive into winter projects. Tony is deep into the weeds of 10/22 customization, comparing receiver options and dealing with stiff charging handles. Kyle reviews his massive haul of parts, including a PSA upper and a new carbon fiber handguard, … Continue read…

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#52 - Match Etiquette 1:07:00

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Maxwell got a deer, and Riser got the Flu, but we're still gonna sit down and record an episode for everyone. Today we talk a bit about match etiquette—some of the dos and don'ts of how to conduct yourself at the range. Plus, a bit of shit talk just for fun.By Adam Riser and Adam Maxwell

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DF Direct Weekly #242: Ghost of Yōtei Big Upgrades, AC Shadows Switch 2, Death Stranding 2 PC Coming 1:34:15

1M ago1:34:15

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In this week's Direct, Rich gets to grips with Ghost of Yōtei's unlocked frame-rate and balanced mode upgrades, discovering some excellent results. The team discuss the seemingly soon arrival of a PC port for Death Stranding 2, while mulling over Ubisoft's details on its upcoming Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 port. John's highly excited by eXoW…

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461: How to Utilize TikTok & Social Media as Wedding Filmmakers with Jay & Mack Films 1:05:58

1M ago1:05:58

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Get ready for an episode that feels like a warm hug, a pep talk, and a behind the scenes masterclass all rolled into one. Today we sit down with the wildly talented husband and wife duo Jay and Mack of Jay and Mack Films, the storytellers known for their cinematic, documentary style wedding films that make you feel every last emotion. We talk about…

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S9E10: Athlete Immunity: 6 Key Factors to Control w Prof. Michael Gleeson, PhD 50:03

1M ago50:03

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In Season 9, Episode #10, Marc sits down with Professor Michael Gleeson, PhD, exercise immunologist from Loughborough University to talk all things immunity. CONNECT w PROF GLEESON: Twitter: https://x.com/profmikegleeson ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OFF w code PEAK4…

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Episode 633 – Black Friday Deals 2025 1:48:15

1M ago1:48:15

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In this episode, the hosts (Dustin, Adriel, and Kyle) kick off with what they’ve been doing in guns—mostly Black Friday shopping, building rifles, and hunting. Topics Covered 1. Black Friday Purchases & Rifle Builds 2. Hunting Stories 3. Match & Build Logistics 4. Upcoming Events 5. News Several firearm-related news items: 6. New Gun Stuff … Contin…

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#51 - How To Be A Great RO 1:55:17

1M ago1:55:17

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On today's episode, we cover all the dos and don'ts of being a great RO. If you want to volunteer (and you should), then this is your road map on how to do it well and what to watch out for.By Adam Riser and Adam Maxwell

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460: We Wasted $300k+?!? 4 of The Biggest Mistakes We've Made in Business 44:57

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Today Evie and Lindsay are spilling the tea on the real, raw, and slightly chaotic lessons they have learned across a decade of entrepreneurship. From the early days of nonstop hustle, to the intense journey of building a swimsuit brand, to hiring people without enough oversight and even ignoring their own finances for far too long, the girls take …

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DF Direct Weekly #241: Steam Machine Price Concerns, Win 11 Update Kills Perf, Proton FSR 4, RDR1! 2:04:54

2M ago2:04:54

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A meaty new episode of DF Direct Weekly kicks off with a Valve double-header - reaction to news that Steam Machine may be heading for PC pricing, plus news of Linux FSR 4 support via Proton... including old GPUs. Meanwhile, Angry Alex is back and he's measured just how bad Windows performance in AC Shadows is impacted by a rogue update. Red Dead Re…

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Episode 632 – Hunting Rifle Rests 1:30:46

2M ago1:30:46

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Adriel, Tony, Kyle, and Dustin are on to talk about hunting rifle rests. Monopods, bipods, tripods, quadpods, shooting sticks, trigger sticks, and more. The team plans for Shot Show 2026, Dustin talks about working the CCFR table, Kyle’s debating a 2011, and Adriel buys a muzzleloader that Tony was looking at. The post Episode 632 – Hunting Rifle R…

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HR Connect Leadership Series | Elevating HR through community and mentorship 29:32

2M ago29:32

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In this episode, we sit down with Georgegina Poulos, an extraordinary HR leader and Director of gamma3 Consulting. With a distinguished career spanning global and local roles across multiple industries, Georgegina brings deep expertise in strategic human resources, organisational transformation, and executive coaching. A seasoned senior executive, …

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#50 - Listener Questions 1:43:57

2M ago1:43:57

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Today we answer listener questions about Briley pistols, best dots for shotguns, front site focus vs target focus, magazine choice, most interesting targets for each platform, red dot mounting options, IWB holster questions, rifle shooting, and more. But first, Riser does some super Gary stuff and gets DQd from his local match.…

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Why You Feel Tight — And Why Stretching Isn’t Solving It 20:13

2M ago20:13

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Athletes chase tightness like it’s a flexibility problem, but the truth is far more interesting — and way more useful. In this episode, Andrew breaks down why chronic “tight” muscles are almost never caused by short tissue, and why stretching only gives temporary relief. Tightness is a signal, not a diagnosis. It shows up when the body doesn’t trus…

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459: Utilizing ChatGPT Into Your Business Strategy with Andi Alleman 1:03:08

2M ago1:03:08

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Get ready for a girl chat that will light your creative fire as we sit down with the incredible Andi Alleman of Oui, We Studio, a visionary strategist who helps creatives build obsession worthy brands and magnetic cult-like followings. Andi dives into her journey from the corporate beauty and fashion world into running her own strategy house, shari…

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DF Direct Weekly #240: Steam Machine - Pricing, Specs, VRAM, ARM Ambitions + More 1:37:14

2M ago1:37:14

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Valve's reveal of the Steam Machine has proven phenomenally popular to the point where our coverage is by far and away the biggest DF video of the year. But there's more information emerging post-embargo we had to share, plus plenty of discussion points to wade through. How much will it cost? Does this really cause problems for Microsoft? What is t…

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DF Direct Special: Valve's Steam Frame VR Headset - Hands-On + Impressions, Specs + Tech Breakdown 44:17

2M ago44:17

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While the new Steam Machine PC/console hybrid has taken centrestage, it's not the only major hardware launch revealed by Valve today. Steam Frame is a state-of-the-art VR headset that not only streams games from your PC but can actually run them on the headset itself, with an x86 to ARM translation layer working in addition to Proton. Oliver's been…

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Episode 631 1:24:07

2M ago1:24:07

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The post Episode 631 appeared first on Slam Fire Radio.By Slam Fire Radio

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DF Direct Special: Hands-On With Steam Machine: Valve's Beautiful PC/Console - Specs, Impressions And More 51:47

2M ago51:47

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It's the hardware we've been waiting for. Built on SteamOS, Valve's brand-new Steam Machine runs the same games that Steam Deck does, with 6x the graphics horsepower - all built into a super-cute, premium, cube-like design. Oliver visited Valve HQ to go hands-on with both the new PC/console hybrid and the new Steam Controller, reporting back with i…

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#49 - Area 2 1:42:48

2M ago1:42:48

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Maxwell goes to Area 2 in Phoenix, barely makes major, aims hard a lots of zebra targets, does a bit of one-handed shenanigans, and wins a fat stack of belt cash.By Adam Riser and Adam Maxwell

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458: Spoiler alert, Hustle Culture lied to us?! How our view of success has evolved over the years. 34:19

2M ago34:19

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What does success really mean to you? In this heart-to-heart conversation, Evie McLeod and Lindsay Roman take listeners on a candid journey through their evolving definitions of success, from childhood dreams of fame and red carpets to the deeper fulfillment of faith, family, and freedom. With raw honesty, laughter, and a few hilarious stories (inc…

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DF Direct Weekly #239: GTA 6 Delayed, Silent Hill 2 Xbox, Switch 2 Biggest Console Launch Ever? 1:52:15

2M ago1:52:15

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Aside from the monumental release of our brand new website, it was looking like a quiet week until the gigaton news that Grand Theft Auto 6 was delayed again quote-unquote dropped. The team discuss the implications in this week's Direct, before moving onto PS Portal cloud streaming impressions and the AMD marketing debacle that is the RDNA 1/2 driv…

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S9E9: Paleo Diet for Life - Sodium, Saturated Fats & Nutrients for Longevity 47:45

2M ago47:45

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In Season 9, Episode #9, Marc interviews Trevor Connor, MS, researcher and semi-pro endurance athlete and Dr. Mark Smith, PhD, physiologist to discuss applications of the Paleo for longevity and health. CONNECT: New Book: Paleo for Life Website: https://thepaleodiet.com/ ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coa…

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PlayStation 5 Pro: Year One - Was It Worth It? The Best/Worst Games, PSSR + More - DF Direct Special 1:13:26

2M ago1:13:26

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At the time of uploading this video, it has been one year to the day since PlayStation 5 Pro was available to buy. In a DF Direct Special, John, Oliver and Tom compare notes on a massive range of Pro-enhanced titles, putting them into buckets: successful, good but not great and straight-out bad. And with that out of the way, it's time to talk about…