Best The Draft Doctors Podcasts (2025)

U.S. birth and fertility rates have been falling for nearly two decades, and now, the government is rolling out new ideas to try to turn that around. In this episode, we explore what’s behind the decline, how much public policy really shapes family decisions, and how the U.S. stacks up to other countries when it comes to child care, paid leave, and…

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07/18 Hour 1 - This Weekend a Must Win Series for the Astros? 46:15

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Kicking off a Friday Paul Gallant Show LIVE from East River 9! Is this weekend a must win series for the Astros against Seattle? A trip around the AFC South with a take from a Titan that Paul hated, and a take from a Jaguars player that Paul respectedBy The Paul Gallant Show

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07/18 Hour 2 - Biggest Key to the Astros Second Half 48:02

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Hour 2 of the Paul Gallant Show featured... What's the biggest key to the Astros second half? The friendly skies have gotten not so friendly Countdown to the NFL season including thoughts on TJ Watt Playin' with the Boys! News on Dak, and maybe Nick Saban is the next Cowboys coach?By The Paul Gallant Show

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07/18 Hour 3 - Weekend Homework + Shane Gillis Shines, and Garbage Time 46:29

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Paul finished off the show talking Astros/Mariners, giving out your weekend TV/movie homework, recapped Shane Gillis at the ESPY's, and ended with Garbage TimeBy The Paul Gallant Show

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Congress Cuts Billions, Trump Letter to Epstein? & ChatGPT Gets Smarter- Friday, July 18, 2025 13:37

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The news to know for Friday, July 18, 2025! We're talking about billions of dollars in government spending that have now been canceled. We'll tell you exactly what's being cut. Also, there's a new report about a letter from President Trump to Jeffrey Epstein. Trump says it's fake, but lawmakers are demanding more answers. Plus, what to know about a…

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7/17 Hour Three- Our All-Time NFL Lineup 40:38

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We're building our own all-time NFL roster-no filters,, no committee, just straight-up Opinions and stats. From legendary quarterbacks to unstoppable D-lines and tight ends who changed the game. As well as those who haven't been measuring up to their potential. Today is the whose who in our NFL All Time Lineup.…

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7/17 Hour Two- Pitch Clocked: Saving Baseball from Itself? 50:07

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Is baseball drifting too far from its roots in a desperate bid to stay relevant? We dive into how the sport's push for modernization may be hurting more than helping. Plus what will it really take to bring baseball back without losing the soul of the game?By The Paul Gallant Show

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Special Edition – Superman 52:05

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It’s a… bird! It’s a… plane! It’s a… new cinematic take on the DC Universe courtesy of writer/director/studio head James Gunn! It’s Superman! A movie this monumental requires a monumental set of hosts and so the original iFanboy trio of Conor Kilpatrick, Josh Flanagan, and Ron Richards have gathered like some kind of Podcast Gang to talk about it! …

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7/17 Hour One- Curveballs & Controversy 49:04

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We dissect Shane Gillies polarizing monologue at the 2025 ESPY Awards, exploring the boundaries of comedy in sports entertainment. Then-The Astros, who, despite a strong 56-40 record, are grappling with injuries. How will these injuries impact postseason?By The Paul Gallant Show

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Trump vs. MAGA, States Sue FEMA & Disneyland Turns 70 - Thursday, July 17, 2025 13:40

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The news to know for Thursday, July 17, 2025! We’ll tell you how one of the biggest divisions between President Trump and his own followers is getting more tense and personal. Also, why the U.S. government is now destroying food that was supposed to go to hungry people. And where a major earthquake sent people running. Plus: Mark Zuckerberg is back…

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7/16 Hour 1: Is C.J. Gardner-Johnson's DAWG Mentality PERFECT For The Texans? 48:53

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7/16 Hour 2: Did YOU Enjoy The MLB All Star Game? + 10 Minute Drill! 48:33

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7/16 Hour 3: You CANNOT Program A DAWG... + Washed Watch! 43:01

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Epstein Files Backlash, National Guard Hacked & Emmy Noms - Wednesday, July 16, 2025 14:01

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The news to know for Wednesday, July 16, 2025! We’re talking about the most significant break between President Trump and right-wing Republicans yet—it all goes back to the Jeffrey Epstein case. Also, what’s in the latest tariffs deal and the newest report about inflation. Plus, what was stolen when a National Guard unit got hacked, what the future…

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7/15 Hour One- Mic'd up & Stroud Out 48:31

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Live from Paul's in-house studio: The Home Run Derby gave us bombs and not in the good way. Is baseball's chase for modern appeal actually hurting the game? Plus, we break down the NFL's top QB rankings, and let's just say... we have questions. Mainly: Where's C.J Stroud?By The Paul Gallant Show

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Education Shakeup, AI Power Surge & MLB All-Star Matchup - Tuesday, July 15, 2025 13:30

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The news to know forTuesday, July 15, 2025! We’re talking about the new plan for the Education Department now that the U.S. Supreme Court has weighed in. And more flash flooding on the East Coast. Also, President Trump’s plans to help Ukraine and punish Russia as the war drags on. Plus, the grocery store staple that could be getting more expensive,…

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07/14 Hour 2- Down With Dana Brown & Rockets Summer League Takeaways 45:34

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07/14 Hour 1- We Were Due For This From The Astros 47:15

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Superman (2025) 2:10:19

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LOOK UP. Our episode on the brand new SUPERMAN is here. A wonderful new start. Spoiler free for 40 minutes or thereabouts.By Penny Bloom Dispatch

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Flooding Fallout, Racial Profiling Blocked & Next-Gen Tennis Champs - Monday, July 14, 2025 13:14

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The news to know for Monday, July 14, 2025! We’ll tell you about more floods hitting the Texas Hill Country and the new backlash over the response to the first flooding that ended in disaster. Also, what a federal judge decided regarding racial profiling during the immigration crackdown. And how a couple of America’s largest trading partners are re…

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Pick of the Week #985 – Uncanny Valley #10 1:21:15

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It's iFanboy 20/25 -- 20 years of podcasting and 25 years of iFanboy! The weekly comic book cannon stays pointed at our heads, and we need to reach up and grab the best one, get on the gab sticks, and send them to your ear holes. We just can't stop, and Conan has to be Conan. Note: Time codes are estimates due to dynamic ad insertion by the distrib…

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Special Edition: Party Lines, Power Plays & ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ 21:22

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The “One Big, Beautiful Bill” (yes, that’s the official name) is nearly 1,000-pages long and touches nearly every part of American life. So how did so much end up in one bill? And what does it really mean for your wallet, your community, and the future of how Congress gets things done? We’re breaking down the key takeaways and the political strateg…

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7/11 Hour 1: Astros All-Star training staff?? 49:06

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In this Ask Gallant anything Friday, Paul talks the Silver Boots series, Brice Matthews called up from the Minor League, the worst loss in Mariners history, Robert Griffin lll's latest controversial comments. Plus, Damien Lillard to the Rockets?By The Paul Gallant Show

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7/11 Hour 2: 713 Day 45:06

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In Hour 2 Paul talks possible Mike Jones x Astros collab, the future of Reed Shepard and the Rockets, OKC Thunder's enormous spending on contract extensions and more.By The Paul Gallant Show

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7/11 Hour 3: Lebron James and the Lakers, Trouble in Paradise? 46:31

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In the final hour Paul talks Copper Flagg vs Bronny James in the summer league, Jalen Green's final gift to the Rockets and more.By The Paul Gallant Show

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Trump’s TX Visit, Delta’s Island Landing & World’s Priciest Purse - Friday, July 11, 2025 13:28

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The news to know for Friday, July 11, 2025! We’ll tell you about another legal setback for President Trump’s immigration agenda. Also, how Trump is joining FEMA in a disaster zone as his administration talks about cutting the agency. Plus, the Delta flight that was forced to land on an island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, a major merger brin…

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7/10 Hour Three- Misplays & Massachusetts Mayhem 45:40

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The Astros keep dropping the ball- and it's not just on the field. We break down why this team needs a crash course in doing their due diligence. Plus, what's stirring in Paul's hometown of Boston? From sports drama to city chaos, we've got the 4-1-1.By The Paul Gallant Show

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7/10 Hour Two- Sue the Stros? 47:16

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Could Jake Meyer have a legal case against the Astros? We break down the most likely courtroom outcomes- and debate which TV or real-life lawyer should represent him. Plus, with kickoff around the corner, we count down the all-time best mic'd up NFL moments, and celebrate the return of Christian Walker to the lineup.…

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Mediasplode #60 – Old Men on Old Movies: Rad (1986) 1:22:33

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Thanks to our awesome Patrons, we’re proud to present another episode of Mediasplode! What’s a Mediasplode? It’s a monthly special edition show in which we talk about what we are enjoying in media outside of the realm of comic books. It’s like our All Media Year End Round-Up but in a shorter, monthly format. Note: Time codes are estimates due to dy…

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7/10 Hour One- The Doctor Will Misdiagnose You Now 48:09

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Joe Espada steps up to defend the Astros' curious decision to put Jake Meyers on the mound- and we hear directly from Meyers on the move. We also dive into a very unscientific (and very hilarious) ranking of doctors we'd trust more than the Astros medical team.By The Paul Gallant Show

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Trump vs. Comey, Nvidia Hits $4T & ‘Grandma Hobbies’ Trending - Thursday, July 10, 2025 13:35

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The news to know for Thursday, July 10, 2025! We’ll tell you why the FBI is now investigating two of President Trump’s critics who were once powerful figures in the Obama administration. Also, we’re talking about the latest letter from President Trump that shows how the driving force behind his tariffs sometimes has nothing to do with economics. Pl…

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7/9 Hour 3- Daikin Park Giveth, and Daikin Park Taketh Away... 45:10

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7/9 Hour 1- Are Astros Fans Overreacting to Another Loss? 48:13

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7/9 Hour 2- Are you down with Dana Brown + Astros Injuries 45:13

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Mass Firings Allowed, AI Impersonates Rubio & New Diabetes Barbie - Wednesday, July 9, 2025 13:50

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The news to know for Wednesday, July 9, 2025! We’ll update you on President Trump’s efforts to reshape the federal government as another Supreme Court ruling gives him the go-ahead. Also, we're following new severe flooding in New Mexico and the search effort that continues in Texas. Plus, how A.I. was used to impersonate a key U.S. government offi…

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7/8 Hour Three- Swept Up & Speaking Out 41:57

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After the dominate sweep, the Astros make a strong case to be ranked ahead of the Dodgers- so why aren't they? We break down the national disrespect and what it means for the stretch run. Plus, Rockets GM Rafael Stone finally opens up on trades, rosters moves, and what fans can expect next.By The Paul Gallant Show

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7/8 Hour Two- Snap Judgements & Star-Crossed Fandoms 48:33

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Paul's Patriot Praise runs high- almost as high as his love for a certain quarterback. We break down whether long snapping is an underrated art or just football fluff. Plus, it's Yankees Watch: Is the Bronx getting ready to clean house again? And of course, more Astros drama- another loss, another big hit and more questions for the ever-mysterious …

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7/8 Hour One- Brisket, Bandages & Broadcast Blackouts 49:46

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After Gordon's brutal hit, we're asking the question no one at Daiken Park wants to answer- are he Astros' medical staff dropping the ball...again. Meanwhile, a BBQ debate gets spicy: can LA actually hang with Texas in the smokehouse or is Lance just being Lance.By The Paul Gallant Show

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Texas Flooding Toll, TSA Allows Shoes & Prime Days Begin - Tuesday, July 8, 2025 13:31

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The news to know for Tuesday, July 8, 2025! We’re talking about the ongoing search efforts in Texas—hundreds have been rescued from floodwaters, but the death toll is still rising. Also, we’ll tell you about new tariffs announced for many of America’s trading partners and the surprise Israel’s prime minister had for President Trump. Plus, we're cov…

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7/7 Hour Three- What MLB Teams Have The Astros Fathered? 44:09

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7/7 Hour Two- Are The Astros The Best In Baseball? + Jeremy Booth Joins The Show 47:12

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7/7 Hour One- Astros SWEEP The Dodgers! 45:17

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Tragedy in Texas, Trump’s Big Victory & TikTok’s Backup Plan - Monday, July 7, 2025 13:14

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The news to know for Monday, July 7, 2025! We’ll tell you about the devastating flooding in Central Texas, the rescue and recovery efforts still underway, and why some survivors are now demanding answers from public officials. Also, President Trump’s top priority so far has been accomplished—what you need to know about the new law and when American…

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Pick of the Week #984 – Captain America #772 (1) 1:09:30

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It’s iFanboy 20/25 — 20 years of podcasting and 25 years of iFanboy! It was an incredibly weird week of comics with not a lot to talk about, but Josh Flanagan and the returning Conor Kilpatrick do their best. Plus, how is reading comics like playing with toys when you were a kid? Note: Time codes are estimates due to dynamic ad insertion by the dis…

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Special Edition: Proud to Be American... But How Well Do You Know America? 30:54

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You might know the basics — but how well do you really know American history and how the U.S. government works? Special guest Sharon McMahon, known as "America's Government Teacher," joins us to explore some foundational principles and review constitutional rights that are often misunderstood. Plus, quiz yourself with a few real questions from the …

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7/3 Hour Three- Stars, Stripes & Sweeps 45:52

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The stage is set in Houston for a classic USA vs. Mexico Golden Cup final- Get your flags ready. We dive into Astros pregame predictions and wonder: Can they pull off the sweep? Plus, Paul's got plenty to say (again) about the Astros' medical team... and none of it is flattering.By The Paul Gallant Show

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7/3 Hour Two- Injuries, Independence & Infield Concerns 47:18

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Another day, another Astros injury update- but are we getting the full story? Pena's trending down, Alvarez is trending up, and we're asking the hard questions: do we trust what we're being told? Plus, in honor of the Fourth, Paul unleashes his inner nerd with a deep dive in historical American weapons and true American classic songs.…

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7/3 Hour One- Conspiracies, Contracts & Courtrooms 45:17

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It's Tin Foil Hat Thursday, and we're connecting all the dots- Whether they want us to or not. Astros take center stage again with red flags they can't seem to shake. Did the Rockets just botch free agency? Plus Ask Gallant Anything delivers the unfiltered wisdom you didn't know you needed, and we break down the latest courtroom chaos in the Diddy …

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Diddy Verdict, Record Travel Expected & What’s Cool? - Thursday, July 3, 2025 13:33

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The news to know for Thursday, July 3, 2025! We’ll tell you about the verdict in the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs case and what’s next for the former music mogul. Also, one of America’s top trading partners has made a deal with the Trump administration, and the president’s policy bill is facing new roadblocks. Plus, we’re talking about all things holiday tra…