Best The Wine Rack Podcasts (2026)

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A Snooker Podcast Christmas Special ft. Talking Snooker 2:08:52

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12d ago2:08:52

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Chloe and Jennie join forces with snooker reporting legends Nick Metcalfe and Phil Haigh for an epic Christmas special, looking back over some of the most significant snooker moments of 2025 and setting our intentions for 2026. Grab a drink (or two) and a mince pie (or four) and join us for this bumper episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac…

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Talking Snooker Episode 235 - Christmas Special with Jennie and Chloe from The Wine Rack 2:11:50

13d ago2:11:50

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Here's our Christmas Special, as we join forces with Jennie Bancroft and Chloe Johnson from The Wine Rack podcast. We reflect on victory for Chris Wakelin at the Scottish Open and then take you on a whistlestop tour through the last 12 months. The many memorable moments have included Shaun Murphy winning the Masters, John Higgins returning to winni…

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Talking Snooker Episode 236 - Masters 2026 Preview with Neal Foulds 1:22:47

5d ago1:22:47

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We're back for 2026. Happy New Year everyone. Smashing way to kick off the year too, with one of snooker's great voices, Neal Foulds, joining us to preview one of snooker's great events, the Masters. We take a look at every first round match to come at Alexandra Palace, including the clash between defending champion Shaun Murphy and Wu Yize on day …

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Ep 438: Have Fun With Foods & Brew Some Xmas Cheers !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 2:54:48

16d ago2:54:48

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Episode 438 topics: Dunkin Donuts & Starbucks started with flavor Christmas drinks, Christmas desserts & more, subway accessibility at a Brooklyn station, livery cab driver stabbed in the Bronx, shop the subways for unique holiday gifts, 10 underrated hip hop artists, Van Lathan from Higher Learning Podcast & The Midnight Boys Podcast clarifies to …

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Simply Having A Snooker-Full Christmastime 1:02:34

16d ago1:02:34

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Jennie and Chloe reminisce on Mark Selby's brilliant win at the UK Championships, followed by a brief trip to Edinburgh for a Chris-mas miracle at the Scottish Open (by way of a mad couple of days in Blackpool at the Snooker Shoot Out). To cap off this Boxing Day delight, enjoy a chaotic Christmas with some of your favourite snooker players! Hosted…

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Ep 437: Melon 2:06:18

17d ago2:06:18

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Episode 437 topics: Melon day, MTA board approves 2026 fare increase, NYC subways million riders in a week before the pandemic began, new subway cars for Staten Island, SIP Rob Reiner, seen 26 hip hop artists who got the key to the city, Gunna & Offset collaboration album coming soon, Public Enemy sends a message to cheese face president 47 during …

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Ep 436: Luckin Coffee 2:55:15

18d ago2:55:15

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Episode 436 topics: Luckin Coffee and the benefits behind it, Bad Bunny will be performing at Superbowl 60, Jason Whitlock on TMZ Live said Bad Bunny's music demonic I'll share my thoughts, MTA worker slashed in Brooklyn, NYC subways reached 84% on time during the summer, Midtown subway attack man stabbed another shoved onto the tracks in a violent…

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Ep 435: Cool Idea To Do Livestreams Of Brightcove !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 2:43:11

18d ago2:43:11

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Episode 435 topics: What is Brightcove and the benefits behind it, Streamyard has new features, NYC Starbucks locations closing down, Interborough Express Stop By Stop a ride through Bushwick, MTA making tweaks to subway and bus fare hike plan with the public outcry, IBX Stop by Stop light rail to unlock college town charm & buzzing retail opportun…

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Ep 434: Noir 2:53:01

23d ago2:53:01

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Episode 434 topics: National noir day, Cardi B has been featured in the MTA NYC transit, homeless man shot at Penn Station due to an alleged attempt of an off duty cop, Ridgewood Busway designs in the works, Queens cyclist is dead by getting doored by a driver by Liberty Avenue, rising rent hikes for stabilized tenants, SIP Jimmy Garcia voice of Ji…

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Ep 433: Mochi 3:25:36

27d ago3:25:36

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Episode 433 topics: National mochi day, poverty, inflation, a man busted for sucker punching a cop trying to push him on the subway tracks, New Yorkers spend thousands of dollars on transportation a year when costs rise, Lyft protest NYC Council bill on deactivating drivers due to safety, DOT unveils newly constructed Audubon Plaza pedestrian parad…

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Talking Snooker Episode 234 - Alfie Burden wins Shoot Out + Scottish Open preview 53:14

28d ago53:14

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Phil and Nick return with the podcast, to talk about victory for Alfie Burden in the Shoot Out in Blackpool and look ahead to the Scottish Open in Edinburgh. Compliments of the season everyone. Remember, we have Neal Foulds joining us in January to preview the Masters. Any questions for Neal - or indeed correspondence on any snooker issue - would b…

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Ep 432: Oysters 3:25:36

30d ago3:25:36

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Episode 432 topics: National oysters day, TWU launched an ad blitz to defend against NYC horse & carriage industry, 3 wanted for attacking and robbing a man on Brooklyn 2 train last month, Bronx subway stabbing straphanger violently attacked by a group of men during rush hour, straphangers are mixed on the F and M train swap, 2026 Golden Globes of …

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Ep 431: Rum 2:52:00

1M ago2:52:00

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Episode 431 topics: National rum day, Green Acres Mall getting renovated, suspect indicted for stabbing a sleeping man on the 1 train in Harlem NY, 7 train late night stabbing in Queens NY, thousands of bus stops will get new benches or leaning bars for $40 million dollars, Grand Central Terminal upgrades now complete and already boosting Midtown e…

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Ep 430: White Wine 2:47:18

1M ago2:47:18

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Episode 430 topics: National White Wine Day, 263,000 Americans are jobless files for benefits, Mallomars, what is poverty, brand new subway cars for Staten Island's only train line, straphanger in the Bronx stabbed multiple times, service changes to the F & M lines, Cam'ron blasts Adrien Broner as a junkie, plus he accuses Dame Dash of lying about …

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Talking Snooker Episode 233 - Mark Selby wins 2025 UK Championship 1:11:07

1M ago1:11:07

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We reflect on the latest big success in the amazing snooker life of Mark Selby, who beat Judd Trump in York to win his third UK Championship title. There's chat about the tournament overall, including an early exit for Ronnie O'Sullivan, tough times for Kyren Wilson, pockets and TV coverage. Plus that controversial free ball incident in the final. …

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Talking Snooker Episode 232 - LIVE FROM YORK... Tony Meo Trophy + UK Championship latest 50:45

1M ago50:45

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Nick and Phil are live in the Castle Snooker Club in York following the 2025 edition of the Tony Meo Trophy. We also have the latest from the UK Championship in this city, including a shock exit for Mark Allen. Keep your thoughts coming please - tweet us @TalkingSnooker or email [email protected] - and we'll return soon to review the UK Cham…

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Ep 429: Sonic Racing Crossworlds The Most Fun Game !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 3:14:17

1M ago3:14:17

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Episode 429 topics: Sonic Racing Crossworlds game🕹🎮, Thanksgiving travel NYC Transit service changes, NYC Transit worker accused of violating rest rules, MTA Crime stats, MTA NYC Transit gets help with operating budget from OMNY plus more NYC transit news, more food shortages for New Yorkers, Hurricane Melissa, Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist confirm…

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Talking Snooker Episode 231 - UK Championship Preview 1:02:34

1M ago1:02:34

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Phil and Nick are back, to look ahead to the main stages of one of the great events of the snooker season, the UK Championship. There's also a look back at qualifying, plus last week's Saudi Invitational - including some dramatic comments from John Higgins on the backstage facilities - and the rest of the snooker news. Keep your thoughts coming - p…

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Peach Perfect Snooker 1:13:38

2M ago1:13:38

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Jennie and Chloe record live in Leicester at the Champion of Champions following the group stages, then reflect on a fantastic win for first-time champ Mark Selby. Is Leicester a good venue for the Champ o' Champs? Did the VIP offering live up to its name? Were the conditions really so terrible? Has Shaun Murphy finished throwing a tantrum yet? All…

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Talking Snooker Episode 230 - Fifth Birthday Special: Special guest Daniel Wells + Mark Selby wins Champion of Champions 2:09:06

2M ago2:09:06

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Nostalgic episode of the podcast in more ways than one. Not only is it more than two hours long, we've even chucked in some lovable connection issues for you. It's a monster episode here, and leading the way is a terrific appearance from Daniel Wells. There's so much good stuff from Daniel, including his memories of spending time with various Welsh…

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Talking Snooker Episode 229 - Wu Yize wins International Championship + Champion of Champions Preview 49:59

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Nick and Phil are back, and reflecting on another special story in this stunning snooker season, a first ranking event success for Wu Yize with victory at the International Championship in Nanjing. There's plenty of chat about the tournament overall, including comments from Neil Robertson to Nick's Radio Snooker service that the pockets were "very …

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Talking Snooker Episode 228 - Latest News and Latest Views 1:04:02

2M ago1:04:02

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Phil and Nick are back, and there's plenty to catch up on, including early news from the International Championship in Nanjing, more tournament glory for Bai Yulu and the latest from the Q Tour. We also catch up with your correspondence, including some predictions for the rest of the season. Please do keep it coming - tweet us @TalkingSnooker or em…

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Ep 428: Halloween Time For Pumpkin Spice & Dessert !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 3:35:26

2M ago3:35:26

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Episode 428 topics: Coins will no longer be accepted as fare payment, NYC Transit Museum's Holiday Train Show at Grand Central Terminal, 2 young men killed during subway surfing incident on the J line in Brooklyn, 7 train express suspended for next 4 weeks, Daylight Savings Time ends on Sunday & NYC is stepping up its traffic enforcement as the clo…

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Ep 427: Blackberry 3:03:01

2M ago3:03:01

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Episode 427 topics: Blackberry phones, lead paint removal off elevated line with no risk, Long Island Railroad service disruption for 1 weekend of November, rail rot 7 train repair 2 years due to deterioration & decay found by 1 of the Queens station, legionnaire disease outbreak in Harlem NY plus Westchester County, another boat sinks in Brooklyn,…

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Ep 426: No Shame 3:13:59

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Episode 426 topics: National Silence The Shame Day, a scam at the airport with a sticker with bar code on the luggage, a brute slashed a straphanger in Brooklyn because he bumped into him, Medicare & Medicaid fight, Tory Lanez paying for Megan Thee Stallion lawyer fees, a toy store in Harlem NY closing down, whiskey industry shifts in Kentucky stil…

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Trick Shots or Treat: The Halloween Special 51:25

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It's the 2025 Halloween Special, so Jennie and Chloe are up to their usual snooker shenanigans, but now with a spooky soundtrack. Take a look back at the Xi'an Grand Prix (all hail Mark Williams) before a special Editing Jennie & Chloe double team jump in to squeal over Jack Lisowski's momentous Northern Ireland Open win in Belfast! For the spook-t…

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Ep 425: TV Change 3:39:43

3M ago3:39:43

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Episode 425 topics: Nielsen ratings system is doing a big change from traditional TV ratings to digital platforms and devices, Joey Badass goes in on a record label, NYC loses 300,000 parking spots in City Council for a boost of street safety, 25 year old moped driver killed in Brooklyn, traffic down in Manhattan's congestion pricing zone over the …

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Talking Snooker Episode 227 - Jack Lisowski wins Northern Ireland Open 1:01:17

3M ago1:01:17

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Phil and Nick return with the podcast on a special snooker night as Jack Lisowski finally wins his first ranking event at the age of 34, beating Judd Trump 9-8 to win the Northern Ireland Open. There's plenty of reflection on the week overall, including Phil's time in Belfast. Plus we look ahead to the International Championship. Keep your snooker …

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Talking Snooker Episode 226 - LIVE FROM HACKNEY: Mark Williams wins Xi'an Grand Prix + Northern Ireland Open preview 54:01

3M ago54:01

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Nick is now such a diva, he insisted Phil came down to one of his local pubs to record this week's episode. Live from Hackney in east London, there's plenty of chat about Mark Williams becoming snooker's oldest ever ranking event winner with victory at the Xi'an Grand Prix. There's also a look ahead to the Northern Ireland Open, a tournament Phil w…

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O'er Mountains and Dales 1:08:57

3M ago1:08:57

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Jennie and Chloe are delighted to be joined by the witty and effervescent Dominic Dale, who could've chatted with them for several hours about many, many different topics. The final cut of this interview is mostly snooker-related, but a few tangents were taken along the way. After that, there's a brief trip to South Dakota on the cards as Jennie an…

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Talking Snooker Episode 225 - Xi'an Grand Prix preview + Latest News 1:01:35

3M ago1:01:35

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Phil and Nick return with the podcast, looking ahead to the next tournament on the calendar, the Xi'an Grand Prix. There's also a look back at International Championship qualifying, a round-up of the latest snooker news and your views. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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A Bad Week at the Races 54:21

3M ago54:21

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Chloe and Jennie record on-site at Cheltenham, giving a (sort of) play-by-play of their time attending the British Open Snooker at The Centaur, which sadly ended in heartbreak. Thankfully, they had wine and Italian food, so that took the edge off. NOTE: The sound is slightly iffy to begin with (as Editing Jennie explains) but we promise it gets bet…

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Ep 424: Seat Geek 2:46:52

3M ago2:46:52

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Episode 424 topics: What is Seat Geek and benefits behind it, SIP Ray Dejon from Video Music Box, earthquake in the tri state area of NJ and NY, Diddy is spending 11 years in prison by prosecutors, Cassie writes a letter to a judge, shark sightings in Rockaway Beach Queens NY, E Bike rider struck by a SUV in Queens NY, NYC grocery delivery workers …

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Ep 423: Jack Daniels & Coca Cola Collaboration Mix !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 3:15:46

3M ago3:15:46

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Episode 423 topics: Jack Daniels & Coca Cola, Brooklyn subway station fight ends with a straphanger struck and killed, 2nd Queens Bus Redesign, 80% trains runs on time while others not on time, how to travel for free or cheaply in NYC, Chris Brown, sinkhole in Saw Mill River Parkway, 5 things artists should do, Tik Tok & Instagram are looking for T…

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Talking Snooker Episode 224 - Shaun Murphy wins British Open + Neil Robertson makes 1,000th century 52:38

3M ago52:38

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Nick and Phil are back with the podcast, reflecting on glory for Shaun Murphy at the British Open. There's a review of the tournament overall, including Nick's thoughts on the venue. We also reflect on Neil Robertson making his 1,000th century - Robertson reaching the landmark just before we came on air - and round up all the rest of the snooker ne…

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Ep 422: 6 Years 3:23:33

4M ago3:23:33

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Episode 422 topics: Interborough Express update, plus stop by stop light rail bringing New Yorkers to Glendale & Ridgewood, woman slashed in a Lower Manhattan subway train, a pedestrian fatally struck while crossing major Bronx street, MTA LIRR workers strike paused, 15 frozen pizzas recalled, SIP Charlie Kirk, Amanda Seales, Jimmy Kimmel suspended…

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Ep 421: Weird Combo Of A Watermelon & Tunafish !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 3:08:39

4M ago3:08:39

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Episode 421 topics: an explanation of a watermelon mixed with tuna fish, 15 new MTA customer service centers in NYC, how come New Yorkers telling the MTA to keep alcohol ads off public transit, E Bike rider struck open car door in Queens, DOT starts installing center running bus lanes by Flatbush Avenue subway crime Hochul & MTA talked about greate…

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Snooker by the Book 1:09:53

4M ago1:09:53

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Jennie and Chloe recap most of the English Open while the final ticks on in the background (no spoilers, for those who missed it), then it's on to a special guest appearance from the fantastic David Hendon, snooker commentator, writer, and broadcaster (and occasional playwright) who talks about his own history with this beautiful sport and gives a …

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Talking Snooker Episode 223 - Mark Allen wins English Open + Matchroom documentary 1:12:56

4M ago1:12:56

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Nick and Phil return with the podcast, reflecting on glory for Mark Allen at the English Open in Brentwood. There's plenty of chat about the tournament overall, including Zhou Yuelong going so close and complaints about the conditions. Plus we have early news from the British Open in Cheltenham. The other main focus of this new episode is the Match…

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Talking Snooker Episode 222 - English Open latest + Best Home Nations finals 1:21:59

4M ago1:21:59

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Nick and Phil are here once again for loads of snooker chat, focusing on the latest from the English Open in Brentwood. There's loads to talk about too, including two more maximum breaks. There's also a look ahead to next week's British Open, we catch up with your correspondence and remember some of the memorable Home Nations finals from the past d…

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Ep 420: Poppi 2:40:02

4M ago2:40:02

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Episode 420 topics: What is Poppi, BET layoffs, 14th Street Redesign, reckless mopeds and E-Bikes proposes delivery apps sign up for DOT app, 3 Manhattan and Bronx routes have candid cameras to catch bad guys, Drake cancels his Australian and New Zealand tour, Metro Boomin reveals guest artists for his mixtape, Don Lemon sues Elon Musk for breach c…

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When You Wish Upon a Snooker Star 56:50

4M ago56:50

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Jennie and Chloe discuss the latest snooker action from Riyadh, where Ronnie O'Sullivan further cemented his GOAT status and Our Robbo had the biggest payday of his career. They also avoid a sportswashing rant this time, but Editing Jennie points you to previous episodes if you're interested in that sort of thing. Then it's on to Wuhan where Editin…

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Talking Snooker Episode 221 - Xiao Guodong wins Wuhan Open + Bai Yulu wins UK Women's Championship 1:00:22

4M ago1:00:22

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Hello everyone. The first of our autumn run of broadcasts reflects on victory for Xiao Guodong at the Wuhan Open and Bai Yulu at the UK Women's Championship in Leeds. There's also a look ahead to the English Open in Brentwood and a round-up of all the other latest snooker news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Ep 419: Most Favorite Known Snack Are Oreo Cookies !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 3:37:59

4M ago3:37:59

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Episode 419 topics: National Oreo Cookie day, Oreo Cookies bringing back blueberry pie, truck drivers parking spots, Chinatown crash, 34th Street busway gets a rezoning plan in Midtown Manhattan NY, Xbox layoff 9,000 workers, The Fyre Festival on eBay, Popeyes funny McDonalds track, Xbox partners with LG Electronics, actors to play James Bond for a…

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Ep 418: Zeam 2:23:36

4M ago2:23:36

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Episode 418 topics: What is Zeam and the benefits behind it, man struck by 7 train in Queens during rush hour commute, speed camera program renewed for NYC, accuser sues Tyler Perry, Chuckie Cheese now for adults, plus Chuckie Cheese arrested, West Indian Carnival Parade 2025 highlights, 6 people shot in Eastern Parkway of Crown Heights Brooklyn NY…

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Ep 417: Sprite Comes Out With A New Soda Flavor !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 3:24:40

4M ago3:24:40

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Episode 417 topics: What is the new flavor for Sprite breakdown, 2025 dating word terms, Harlem NY is having a street named after Fatman Scoop, Jamaica Queens NY has a street named after a member of The Lost Boyz, transit advocates propose an idea to transform bus service, flash floods in Grand Central, Clearview Expressway Queens NY, MTA NYC bus B…

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Talking Snooker Episode 220 - Your Views 55:01

5M ago55:01

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Phil and Nick return with the last episode of our summer season. We catch up with your correspondence, including views on the big money tournament in Saudi Arabia, the future of the Crucible and Ronnie O'Sullivan. We also hear more of your plans about going to tournaments this season. Plus there's early news from the Wuhan Open, including two maxim…

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Ep 416: CinemaCon 3:05:09

5M ago3:05:09

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Episode 416 topics: 2025 Cinema Con and which movies and studios were there, MTA brings back alcohol beverages on subways and buses, MTA has a underground subway music program, a shooting at a Brooklyn lounge, Shrek 5 delayed, Crystal Lake, TV news, Drake's Iceman album coming out, 2025 XXL Mag Freshman revealed, video gaming news, Weapons R rated …

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Ep 415: Protector 2:36:46

5M ago2:36:46

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Episode 415 topics: Protector phone app and benefits behind it, 15 year old dead from subway surfing, advocate group scared of debris will hurt the Bronx River during Cross Bronx construction work, Bay Ridge is now accessible, fall TV show dates, Nick Cannon replaces Will Arnett as Lego Masters new host, Derek Hough is the new host for Extra TV on …

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Talking Snooker Episode 219 - Neil Robertson wins in Saudi Arabia 1:14:53

5M ago1:14:53

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Phil and Nick return to reflect on victory for Neil Robertson at the big money ranking tournament in Saudi Arabia. There's loads of chat about matters on the table, including a remarkable performance in the semi-finals from Ronnie O'Sullivan. Plus we discuss the branding of the event as the 'fourth major' and the poor crowds in Jeddah. There's also…