Best Shortcut To Sunday Podcasts (2025)

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Blondies Butcher Shop 25:30

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8d ago25:30

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For Independence Day weekend, we're talking with Lindsey Loken of Blondies Butcher Shop! Owner-operator of a small-town butcher shop, a BBQ expert, an ag advocate, an educator, and a speaker! Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer learn about her background and what it means to keep the butcher tradition alive in 2025.…

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34. Validation to Value in HR: The Self-Respect Revolution with Dr Katherine Iscoe 50:01

13d ago50:01

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Have you ever wondered if your self-respect is the missing piece to your success? In this episode, I chat with Dr. Katherine Iscoe about why self-respect matters just as much, if not more, than confidence in your career. We explore the difference between self-respect, confidence and self-esteem, and how understanding these can help HR leaders, and …

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Fire up the Charcoal 25:30

14d ago25:30

25:30

This weekend Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer are sharing tips and hot takes on how to get the most flavor out of your charcoal fire. Whether you’re a casual charcoal user or a seasoned pitmaster, enjoy the show as we fire that thing up! Sponsored by the Depot Bar & Grill in Faribault! #BBQShow #CharcoalChat #GrillSeason #LowAndSlow…

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Pizza on a Plank with Dina Guillen 25:30

21d ago25:30

25:30

This weekend, fire things up pizza-style, Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer are talking with Dina Guillen, author of “Pizza on a Plank." Discussing ways to bring the crispy, smoky magic of wood-fired pizza to your own backyard. From classic favorites to bold new toppings, this episode is your cheat code to wood-fired pizza without buying an outdoor pizz…

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33. The Emotional Intelligence Advantage: Mastering Change and Conflict with Amy Jacobson 47:36

27d ago47:36

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Ever felt like change is happening to your people, not with them? In this episode, I sit down with emotional intelligence and human behaviour specialist Amy Jacobson to talk about what’s really behind resistance to change and why our usual strategies often miss the mark. Amy explains why emotional intelligence isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a must…

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Pitmasters on the Prairie with Jeremiah Mallard 25:30

28d ago25:30

25:30

This weekend on The BBQ Show, Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer welcome Jeremiah Mallard! He shares his BBQ history, from competition to brick-and-mortar. Then he gives us the inside scoop on Pitmasters on the Prairie — the competition coming up next weekend (June 21) with Christensen Farms. The BBQ Show is brought to you weekly by the Depot Bar and Gri…

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Talking Cast Iron with Ned Adams 36:11

1M ago36:11

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Ned Adams, owner of Dutch Oven Daddy, joins Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer to dive into the world of cast iron cooking! From searing steaks to baking cornbread, there's nothing quite like cooking with cast iron skillets and Dutch ovens!By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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32. Creating a Culture of Candour: Lessons in Truth Telling with Dominic Thurbon 43:44

1M ago43:44

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Do you ever look around your organisation and think... are we just pretending everything’s fine? In this episode, I talk with Dominic Thurbon about truthful leadership. What happens when lying becomes the norm, and how truth telling could be the biggest lever for real change in our organisations. We cover the difference between positioning and spin…

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Episode 25: No Wasted Experience: Turning Jobs Into Purpose 1:32:18

1M ago1:32:18

1:32:18

🌟 This Week: No Wasted Experience: Turning Jobs Into Purpose 🌟This week, Brett welcomes Patrick Kae back to the podcast—this time not as a guest, but as a new co-host! As Brett prepares for a big move to Charlotte, Patrick is stepping into a bigger role, and together they reflect on what it means to step into the unknown, take on new challenges, an…

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Best Burgers with Andy Boterman 42:45

1M ago42:45

42:45

Special guest, Andy Boterman joins Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer to talk about the almighty hamburger! Wednesday was National Burger Day, from smash burgers to stacked patties, it's all things burger!By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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Memorial Day Sides 25:30

2M ago25:30

25:30

Heading into Memorial Day weekend, Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer are firing up the grill and sharing their favorite side dishes! Cornbread, beans, corn-on-the-cob, maybe vegetables.By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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31. You Hate People? Have You Thought of a Career in HR? 14:16

2M ago14:16

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Ever thought "I hate people" and then realised... you're in HUMAN resources? If you've ever felt over people, tired of the drama or drained from being everyone's emotional hijacks, this one is for you. In this episode, I’m calling out the contradictions, chaos and humour that come with working in HR. From enforcing rules no one likes, to managing c…

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May is BBQ Month 25:30

2M ago25:30

25:30

National BBQ Month started in 1963... Originally June, then July, now MAY! 🔥National BBQ Day is May 16 - 🍗Traeger Day May 17 - 🍔National Burger Day May 28 Plus, it's our four-year anniversary! Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer talk about it all this weekend on The BBQ Show!By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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Project Griddle 25:30

2M ago25:30

25:30

Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer dive into the versatile art of grilling on a flattop with five-time James Beard Award winner, Steven Raichlen. From the equipment to traditions, whether you call it a griddle, plancha, teppan, or flattop, this style of cooking unlocks new flavors!By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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30. Micromanagers in the Age of Remote Work: The Final Boss 32:25

2M ago32:25

32:25

Is your remote team thriving, or just surviving under the weight of constant check-ins? In this episode, I’m unpacking why micromanagement has gone into overdrive in remote and hybrid workplaces, what’s really driving it (spoiler: it’s not your team), and what HR can do to shift it. I’ll walk you through how to spot the red flags, how to have the h…

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Episode 24: Service, Serenity, & Spaceballs: The Podcast 1:14:33

2M ago1:14:33

1:14:33

🌟 This Week: Service, Serenity, & Spaceballs: The Podcast 🌟This week on Real World Recovery, we dive into the topic of service work — what it means, what it can look like, and how there’s no one-size-fits-all version of showing up for others. Whether it’s helping someone in the rooms, being there for a neighbor, or using your unique skills to give …

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May is BEEF Month! 37:39

2M ago37:39

37:39

May is Beef Month, load up the smoker as Stunt and Jake talk all things Beef. It's What's For Dinner. 🥩 Kelly Schmidt from the Minnesota Beef Council joins the show to talk about what's happening in the beef industry, the market, and what's on the grill this May!By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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Episode 23: When the Bank Breaks and the Stream Dries Up 1:16:08

3M ago1:16:08

1:16:08

🌟 This Week: When the Bank Breaks and the Stream Dries Up 🌟This week on Real World Recovery, Mitchell faces an unexpected financial blow after discovering his bank accounts were emptied to cover a debt — even though the money was meant for his next semester of school. Brett and Mitchell talk through the emotional and practical impacts of the situat…

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Minnesota in May is coming up! 25:30

3M ago25:30

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#MinnesotaInMay is May 9 & 10 in St. Peter at the Nicollet County Fairgrounds. Craig and John from the Minnesota Barbeque Society join Stunt and Jake this week to talk about all the festivities, including Friday night Kids Q and BBQ Bean Competition.By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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29. HR's Secret Weapon: Leveraging Data and Storytelling for Greater Influence 33:03

3M ago33:03

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Are your HR insights driving decisions, or just filling dashboards? If you're tired of your people data being ignored, this episode is your guide for turning metrics into influence. I’ll show you how to shift from reporting numbers to shaping strategy, using storytelling, psychology, and persuasion. From the “so what” test to Robert Cialdini’s 7 pr…

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Episode 22: Bloviating, Bowling, & A Bookstore 1:06:20

3M ago1:06:20

1:06:20

🌟 This Week: Bloviating, Bowling, & A Bookstore 🌟This week on Real World Recovery, Mitchell opens up about the intense pressure he’s been feeling at school and how pushing too hard—especially when exhausted and overwhelmed—can sometimes backfire. We explore how unrealistic expectations and anxiety can fuel a cycle that ultimately makes it harder to…

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Tax Refund Ideas with Northern Fire Grilling & BBQ Supply 43:45

3M ago43:45

43:45

Learn how to spend that tax refund! Join Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer as they chat with Aaron from Northern Fire Grilling & BBQ Supply about new smokers, grilling tools, and must-have accessories!By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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Episode 21: Allergies, Cartoons, & Technology 1:03:44

3M ago1:03:44

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🌟 This Week: Allergies, Cartoons, & Technology 🌟This week on Real World Recovery, we're keeping it light, loose, and full of laughs. Between both of us battling seasonal allergies, we took a detour into nostalgia and talked about some of our favorite cartoons and TV shows—like Invader Zim, Community, and Parks and Recreation.We also dive into tech,…

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Spice Partners with Tracy Hansen 25:30

3M ago25:30

25:30

Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer are talking with Tracy from Spice Partners! There's more to the spice game than you think; plus we'll learn about Tracy's passion for spicing up the grill. The BBQ Show is sponsored by Depot Bar & Grill in Faribault.By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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28. Fixing Broken HR Processes: Lean Thinking for HR Teams 23:26

3M ago23:26

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How much time is your HR team spending on the work that actually moves the needle? In this episode, I discuss lean thinking and how it can transform your HR function from reactive to high-impact. I’ll walk you through real stories from my clients and colleagues, showing how they've slashed admin, halved the time to hire, automated approvals, and sa…

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Episode 20: Missing Parts & Making Meetings 46:22

3M ago46:22

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🌟 This Week: Missing Parts & Making Meetings 🌟In this week’s episode of Real World Recovery, we kick things off with a story about Mitchell’s car troubles—and how a frustrating situation became a chance to pause, reset, and focus on what really matters. Brett shares how his first week at a new job is going, and we dive into a conversation about one…

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Our #MNBBQTrip RECAP 25:30

3M ago25:30

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The BBQ Show hit the road a few weekends ago, visiting some of Minnesota’s favorite BBQ joints, meat markets, and BBQ supply stores! Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer recap all the stops packing in all things BBQ! #MNBBQTripBy Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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Episode 19: No Shortcuts in Recovery: The Way Out is Through 1:15:39

3M ago1:15:39

1:15:39

🌟 This Week: No Shortcuts in Recovery: The Way Out is Through 🌟This week on Real World Recovery, we’re talking about the tough but necessary process of getting through challenges—without looking for shortcuts. Mitchell shares his experience of fully tapering off opiates and how, despite well-meaning advice from friends, he’s sticking to his plan an…

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Cari Talks Veggies 25:29

4M ago25:29

25:29

It's Cari's return to talk about grilling vegetables! 🥕🌽She'll share some incredible veggie options; she's been trying to get Stunt Monkey to try more for years. Whether you're a meat-lover or a veggie fanatic, Cari always surprises us. The BBQ Show is sponsored by the Depot Bar & Grill in Faribault.…

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Making Tracks with Jeff LaBeau 25:30

4M ago25:30

25:30

Proud sponsor of The BBQ Show, the Depot Bar & Grill's owner, Chef Jeff LaBeau joins Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer this weekend to share his passion for cooking. We learn more about the Depot and its 30+ years of making tracks! Fire that thing up!By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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27. HR in Cambodia and Australia: Same Same or Different? 29:50

4M ago29:50

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Are we actually solving the right HR problems, or are we just managing the symptoms? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of HR in Cambodia, what’s changing, where they’re ahead of the game, and where Australian HR can learn a thing or two. I break down how businesses in Cambodia are tackling recruitment, retention, leadership, and perform…

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Episode 18: Healing, Hustling & A Handful of Stitches 58:04

4M ago58:04

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🌟 This Week: Healing, Hustling & A Handful of Stitches🌟In this week’s episode of Real World Recovery, we’re checking in on Mitchell as he continues tapering off his pain meds—a tough but necessary process. He shares how he’s managing, what strategies are helping, and how recovery has given him the tools to navigate this challenge.Brett also has som…

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Episode 17: Pancreatitis, Pain Meds & A Plan 1:05:47

4M ago1:05:47

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🌟 This Week: Pancreatitis, Pain Meds & A Plan 🌟In this episode of Real World Recovery, Mitchell shares the wild turn his week took—one minute, he was in math class, and the next, he was admitted to the hospital with pancreatitis. He talks about the reality of facing a serious medical situation in recovery, including being prescribed high-powered pa…

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LIVE from the Mankato Home Show 2025 25:30

4M ago25:30

25:30

Join Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer this Saturday morning, broadcasting LIVE from the Mankato Home Show inside the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center. Talking with special guest Kevin from Neighbor's Meats!By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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26. Beyond Borders: The Power of Human Connection in Leadership 9:39

4M ago9:39

9:39

What happens when you take leadership out of the boardroom and into the heart of Cambodia? In this episode, I'm coming to you live from Phnom Penh, halfway through a leadership experience that's already proven to be more transformative than any classroom session could ever be. I'm reflecting on the power of connection through shared experiences and…

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A Smoked Queso Recipe 25:30

4M ago25:30

25:30

It's been a week! Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer are to talk BBQ over the weekend! Talking flatops and a smoked queso recipe you might want to write down. The BBQ Show is sponsored by Depot Bar & Grill in Faribault. Experiment and have fun; now fire that thing up!By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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Real World Recovery Interviews: Caroline Beidler, MSW 51:09

4M ago51:09

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🌟 This Week: Bonus Episode | A Conversation with Caroline Beidler🌟In this special bonus episode of Real World Recovery, Brett sits down with author, speaker, and recovery advocate Caroline Beidler, MSW for an inspiring conversation about community, connection, and the power of storytelling in recovery.Caroline shares her personal journey, the inspi…

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Hot Sauces with Pat McCabe and Mike Young 43:22

4M ago43:22

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We’re spicing it up with hot sauces — from smoky and sweet to fiery and unforgiving! 🌶️🔥 Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer are joined by Pat McCabe and Mike Young to discuss the best sauces to pair with certain foods and then methods for making your own sauces at home. 🚂 The BBQ Show is sponsored by Depot Bar & Grill in Faribault.…

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Real World Recovery Interviews: Patrick Kae | A Life Reclaimed 1:39:06

5M ago1:39:06

1:39:06

In this special bonus episode of Real World Recovery, we sit down with Patrick Kae, a lifelong Madison resident who has lived a truly unbelievable life. His journey is raw, powerful, and at times, deeply emotional—touching on addiction, loss, redemption, and the power of second chances. Patrick shares his early experiences growing up around substan…

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25. The Growing Trend of HR Outsourcing: What It Means for HR 31:22

5M ago31:22

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Are we outsourcing HR too much… or just enough? HR outsourcing is booming, but what does that really mean for the profession? In this episode, I’m breaking down the real impact of outsourcing, consulting, and fractional HR. What’s driving the trend, the risks and rewards, and where in-house HR teams must hold their ground. I’m cutting through the n…

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Episode 16: From Voting Booths to Vocal Booths 58:33

5M ago58:33

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🌟 This Week: From Voting Booths to Vocal Booths 🎤🗳️🌟 In this week’s episode of Real World Recovery, we’re keeping things light and fun with a conversation that covers everything from election day experiences to Spanish class surprises! 🗳️📚🎶 Brett shares what it’s like being an election official and talks about a recent job interview that left him f…

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BBQ Shortcuts with Shawn from S&B BBQ 33:21

5M ago33:21

33:21

Craving BBQ but short on time. Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer are talking BBQ Shortcuts this weekend, with our special guest, Shawn from S&B BBQ! He’s sharing his best time-saving tips and tricks to get that smoky, mouthwatering flavor without spending all day at the grill. 🚂 The BBQ Show is sponsored by Depot Bar & Grill in Faribault.…

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Episode 15: The Old Man & The Soap Box 1:00:42

5M ago1:00:42

1:00:42

🌟 This Week: The Old Man & The Soap Box🌟In this week’s episode of Real World Recovery, we’re covering a little bit of everything—from the wisdom of experience to avoiding the noise of social media. 🎙️We start with a discussion on why dating in early recovery can be a risky move and the importance of focusing on personal growth first. We also talk a…

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Cold Smoking Cheese 37:01

5M ago37:01

37:01

That grill can do more than burgers and ribs — how about cold-smoking!? Joined by local backyard barbquers, Mike Altomari and Scott Nelsen we discuss smoked Cheez-Its and cheeses! Adding incredible smoky depth to cheeses like cheddar and gouda to upgrade your sandwiches. Exciting news this week - The BBQ Show welcomes our newest sponsor: The Depot …

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24. Reimagining HR in Divisive Times 37:59

5M ago37:59

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Just when you thought you knew what was in store for HR in 2025... the landscape has changed. From political shifts and cultural clashes to the rollback of DEI initiatives, there’s no shortage of challenges shaking up workplaces right now. In this episode, I unpack what’s making organisations and HR teams uncomfortable and, more importantly, what l…

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Episode 14: Humility, Humor, and Bad Decisions 59:32

5M ago59:32

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🌟 This Week: Humility, Humor, and Bad Decisions🌟In this week’s episode of Real World Recovery, we’re keeping things real with a mix of humility, humor, and a few wild stories from our past. 😆 From questionable life choices to the lessons we’ve learned along the way, we’re talking about how humor and humility go hand in hand in recovery and personal…

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Super Sunday Snacks 25:01

5M ago25:01

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🏈🔥 It's Big Game Sunday and we're serving up some winning ideas for your game day spread on The BBQ Show this weekend! Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer talk about grilling up wings, smoking ribs, or looking for next-level dips and snacks, we're sharing the tips to make your watch party legendary.By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer

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Shortcut to Sunday - A Look Back 28:16

5M ago28:16

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Episode 13: Lighten Up | Laugh, Learn, Let Go 59:30

5M ago59:30

59:30

🌟 This Week: Lighten Up | Laugh, Learn, Let Go🌟In this week’s episode of Real World Recovery, we’re talking about the power of not taking things too seriously. Life (and recovery) is a whole lot easier when we learn to laugh—at ourselves, at the unexpected, and at the things we can’t control. 😂Mitchell reflects on his first week of college and how …

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Shiggin' & Grinnin' Championship BBQ Team 25:01

5M ago25:01

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Join The BBQ Show this weekend as we talk with Jeff from Shiggin' & Grinnin' Championship BBQ Team! Talking KCBS awards and Competition BBQ 🏆🍖 Stunt and Jake hear insider stories from a pitmaster who knows what it takes to win big.By Stunt Monkey and Jake Palmer