Best Backup for the people Podcasts (2025)

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SMART Goals Are Keeping You Stuck 7:59

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Send us a text This Friday, I’m pulling back the curtain on the “SMART goals” myth—a system that’s supposed to help you achieve more, but actually keeps you stuck. As we roll into the final stretch of the year, I break down why SMART goals aren’t designed for personal growth and how their rigid rules like “attainable” and “time-bound” can lead to f…

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'Phoney Friend' & 'Home Unimprovement' & 'The Rear-Ender Offender' 44:21

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First, the plaintiffs, a father and son, are suing the son’s friend and his father for a broken phone. The defendants refuse to take responsibility for the damages. Then, the plaintiff says her landlord, the defendant, refuses to return her security deposit because she claims she ruined the place. The plaintiff denies any damage and is suing for th…

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'A Swing and a Miss' & 'Copping Out on a Couch' 43:53

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First, the plaintiff says the defendant, her ex, refuses to release her belongings to her. She claims he cheated on her with the girlfriend of a couple they shared a house with. The defendant does not deny cheating but maintains that he does not have her stuff. She is suing for the value of her possessions. Then, the plaintiff says she sold a couch…

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Predicting the Week 13 NFL Headlines 31:55

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Sheil and The Ringer’s own Steven Ruiz take a hard look at the weekend slate and try to determine what NFL story lines will emerge after the final whistle has been blown on Week 13. (00:00) Predicting the Week 13 headlines (1:24) Cowboys stun Chiefs, keep playoff hopes alive (6:56) Is the AFC South the most intriguing division? (14:45) Saquon final…

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Things We Are Thankful For in the 2025 NFL Season 30:59

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Sheil and The Ringer’s own Billy Gil get together to talk about the things they are most thankful for this year. (00:00) Things we are most thankful for in 2025 (1:33) Black Friday football (9:53) The season of hope (15:04) The Micah Parsons trade (18:29) Ham (23:54) Jahmyr Gibbs (24:50) Football traditionalists (26:18) The listeners The Ringer is …

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'Sinking a Guy’s Dreams' & 'Bumper Beemers' & 'The Heat Is On' 44:18

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First, the plaintiff has been friends with the defendant for over a decade. After being stranded on the ocean for three hours in a boat he bought from the defendant, he is now suing for the money he spent. Then, the plaintiffs say the defendant’s friends backed their car into their BMW, denting the door. The defendant promised to pay for the damage…

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Three People Who Have the Most at Stake the Rest of the 2025 NFL Season 31:15

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Sheil is joined by The Ringer’s own Austin Gayle to talk about some of the most polarizing NFL personalities this season who are in danger of losing all the clout they’ve earned over their careers if they don’t finish 2025 successfully. (00:00) Who has the most at stake in the 2025 NFL season? (1:31) Mike Tomlin (10:57) C.J. Stroud (19:35) Daniel J…

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NFC and AFC Playoff Pictures Get a Shake-Up After a Wild Week 12! 30:49

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Sheil and The Ringer’s own Diante Lee get together after a blockbuster Week 12 in the NFL to assess how the current playoff scenarios look for both the AFC and NFC. (00:00) The NFL playoff picture after Week 12 (1:27) The NFC playoff picture (3:47) Can the Cowboys make it to the playoffs? (7:25) Can the Chicago Bears make it to the playoffs? (13:34…

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Let Go of Other People's Dreams 39:04

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Send us a text This week on Unstuck Career, we're switching things up—I'm stepping out of the comfort zone and talking with a guest who's right in the thick of it. Knives Monroe, a creative director, filmmaker, and longtime content creator, joins me for a raw, real-time exploration of what it means to face a career crossroads. Fresh off a recent la…

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Episode 235 - Worldwide Crackdown On Scam Compounds, Checkout.com Hacked and Donates Ransom, European Auto Ring Busted, Car Talk 49:08

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Welcome to this week's episode of the PEBCAK Podcast! We’ve got four amazing stories this week so sit back, relax, and keep being awesome! Be sure to stick around for our Dad Joke of the Week. (DJOW) Follow us on Instagram @pebcakpodcast Please share this podcast with someone you know! It helps us grow the podcast and we really appreciate it! World…

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Bonus Episode 14 - Bank Fraud Phone Call 10:28

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Welcome to this week's bonus episode of the PEBCAK Podcast! We’ve got some amazing stories this week so sit back, relax, and keep being awesome! Be sure to stick around for our Dad Joke of the Week. (DJOW) Follow us on Instagram @pebcakpodcastBy Chris Louie

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What Fear of Failure is Really About 9:58

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Send us a text This week, we crack open the myth of “fear of failure” and reveal what’s really holding so many of us back in our careers—and lives. Ever put off applying for a new job, trying a risky project, or even wearing a wild Christmas suit because you’re worried you’ll mess up? In this Friday Focus episode, I share some personal stories (inc…

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Predicting the Week 12 Headlines With Domonique Foxworth 31:56

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Sheil and Domonique Foxworth from ESPN get together to take a hard look at some of the biggest matchups on this weekend’s slate and use their expertise to determine what headlines will emerge after the final whistle has been blown on Week 12 in the NFL. (00:00) Predicting the Week 12 headlines (1:44) Colts vs. Chiefs (8:20) Eagles vs. Cowboys (17:5…

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The NFL's Most Trustworthy Defenses, With Mina Kimes! 31:11

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Sheil and Mina Kimes from ESPN get together to share, debate, and analyze who they think are the top defensive squads around the NFL. (00:00) The NFL’s most trustworthy defenses (1:35) Seattle Seahawks (9:42) Philadelphia Eagles (14:33) Houston Texans (17:58) Denver Broncos (26:12) The Hurry Up: Texans vs. Bills The Ringer is committed to responsib…

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'Gums and Grift' & 'Cool Your Jets' & 'Tiles and Tribulations' 44:50

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First, the plaintiff met the defendant on an online dating site and ended up loaning him money for new teeth. She claims once he got his new teeth, he cheated on her with another woman. He now refuses to pay her back, so she is suing for the money she spent on the dental work, as well as a roasting and frying pan he stole. Then, the plaintiff hired…

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Are These QBs Actually Good? Checking in on Trevor Lawrence, Bryce Young, and Daniel Jones 31:15

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Sheil and The Ringer’s own Billy Gil take a hard look at some of the QBs around the league who may be on a hot streak now but have flaws that they’ve displayed in the past that could come back to bite their respective teams as we head down the stretch of the season. (00:00) Are these QBs actually good? (1:34) Trevor Lawrence (11:17) Bryce Young (21…

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'No Good Deed Goes Unpunished' & 'A Very Sticky Situation' & 'Smoke and Mirrors' 44:22

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First, the plaintiff says she purchased a truck for a young man who worked for her, but he ended up taking off with the vehicle and was never heard from again. The man she bought the car from, the defendant, made himself the leaseholder. She believes the defendant should be held responsible, so she is suing for the money she is owed. Then, the plai…

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Unanswered Questions: J.J. McCarthy, the Bears' Ceiling, and Who's the AFC Favorite? 31:57

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Sheil and Nate Tice from the Football 301 podcast take a hard look around the NFL landscape after a wild Week 11 to determine whether their biggest suspicions about some of the teams and players around the league have been confirmed. (00:00) Unanswered questions around the NFL (1:54) Who should be the AFC favorite? (10:32) Can the Bears win the NFC…

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'H20 + Laptop = Problems' & 'Holding Tight' & 'Lousy Landlording' 43:54

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First, the plaintiff says the defendant knocked over her computer into water, so she’s suing for repairs. The defendant insists she didn’t knock over the computer. It just fell. Then, the plaintiff says he arranged a car deal with the defendant and gave him money, but it was called off, so the plaintiff is suing for the return of cash he already pu…

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Week 11 True or False: Broncos Are Contenders, Chiefs Are in Trouble, and Separation in the NFC! 30:52

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Sheil and The Ringer’s own Diante Lee take a look at the results of the Week 11 NFL slate and use their expertise to test the strength of some popular narratives that are starting to materialize. (00:00) Week 11 True or False (1:39) The Denver Broncos are contenders (11:03) The Kansas City Chiefs are in danger of missing the playoffs (19:00) The NF…

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The Power of Backup - Transforming Artistic Challenges into Opportunities 38:53

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Send us a text This week, you’ll meet Andrew Darlow, whose journey from the magic of a high school darkroom to photographing luxury watches and world travels will have you seeing everyday moments in a new light. From his early experiences in Japan that sparked a lifelong love for visual storytelling, to the creative leap into building a commercial …

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'Backup Crackup' & 'A Fake Diamond' & 'Accused of Bad Breeding' 44:29

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First, the plaintiff says the defendant backed into his car, damaged it, and took off, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff was illegally parked, and she only lightly tapped the vehicle. Then, the plaintiff purchased an engagement ring from the defendant but found out it was fake, so he’s suing. The defendant says he was upfr…

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Episode 234 - Top Used Passwords for 2025, Tinder Uses AI on Photos, South Koreans Extorted by Massage Parlor Scam, Goodbye Pennies 54:02

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Welcome to this week's episode of the PEBCAK Podcast! We’ve got four amazing stories this week so sit back, relax, and keep being awesome! Be sure to stick around for our Dad Joke of the Week. (DJOW) Follow us on Instagram @pebcakpodcast Please share this podcast with someone you know! It helps us grow the podcast and we really appreciate it! Top p…

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Refocus Your Career by Strengthening Self-Trust 6:21

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Send us a text This week on Unstuck Career, we tackle one of the most overlooked obstacles to a fulfilling life: rebuilding self-trust. I open up about the subtle—and sometimes sneaky—ways we undermine our own confidence, from saying small white lies to ourselves, to making commitments we never truly intend to keep. I share the game-changing shift …

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Predicting the NFL Week 11 Headlines 30:56

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Sheil is joined by Marc Sessler, co-host of the Heed The Call podcast, to take a look at the top games in Week 11 and predict what the biggest storylines will be after all the games go final. (00:00) Predicting the Week 11 Headlines (2:25) No-Show in Buffalo; Bills Sip on Identity Crisis After Baker Cooks Up 4-TD Feast (8:36) Mikey Mac’s Defensive …

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'A Rotten Tenant' & 'A Phone Phony?' & 'Letting a Lady Down' 44:17

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The plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant and learned it was a haven for pot smokers. The plaintiff had to move out, but the defendant won’t return her security, so she’s suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff kept rotten trash in her apartment, and he has every right to keep her security. The defendant is countersuing for additional …

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Ranking the Best Play Callers in the NFL So Far This Season 31:04

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Sheil is joined by Shawn Syed of SumerSports, and they talk about the best play callers this season. They discuss the following: The genius of Shane Steichen and the Colts offense (2:18) The cohesiveness of Sean McVay’s offense (7:13) How Ben Johnson’s offense is putting Caleb Williams in a position to succeed (16:05) The Hurry-Up (26:07) This epis…

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'Losing Control of His Dogs' & 'A Bunch of Damaging Lies' & 'Selling a Bum Bike' 44:20

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First, the plaintiff says her dog was outside and tied up when the defendant’s pit bulls attacked her beloved pet. The plaintiff is suing for vet bills. The defendant argues he paid the vet bills in full already, so he doesn’t understand why the plaintiff filed this lawsuit. Then, the plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant. However, he’s …

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Predicting the NFC Playoff Field Going into Week 11! 30:40

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Sheil is joined by The Ringer’s own Anthony Dabbundo to look at the NFC and make playoff predictions. Who will be the 1-seed? (1:50) Who will be the division winners? (6:30) Who will be the wild-card teams? (16:23) The Hurry-Up (25:53) This episode is sponsored by State Farm®️. Don’t settle for just any insurance when there’s State Farm. https://ww…

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'Malicious Tree Trimming?' & 'Talking and Chilling' & 'Not Treating a Transmission Right' 43:56

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First, the plaintiff claims her neighbor, the defendant, maliciously cut the trees that line her property and dumped the debris at her front door, so she’s suing. The defendant says the plaintiff’s trees ruin her property, but the plaintiff never does anything about it. Therefore, the defendant is countersuing for carpet and driveway cleaning. Then…

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Who Should be the Giants Next Head Coach? 30:38

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Daboll's Out! Five Candidates for the Next Giants Head CoachSheil is joined by The Ringer’s own Danny Heifetz to talk about his Giants firing Brian Daboll. They discuss their feelings on the firing and whether general manager Joe Schoen should’ve been fired as well. Then Sheil throws five names for potential head coaches at Heifetz to see who he th…

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'The Big Elephant in the Yard' & 'No Love in the Loveseat' & 'Running Out of Rooms' 44:36

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First, the plaintiff hired the defendant to carve a tree into an elephant, but his saw broke. The defendant told her he’d come back and finish the job, but he never did, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues he did everything the plaintiff asked, and she called months later asking for her money back. Then, the plaintiff purchased a lovese…

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Predicting the AFC Playoff Field After a Wild Week 10! 30:59

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Sheil and The Ringer’s own Diante Lee get together to analyze the results of the Week 10 slate and share which AFC teams they think are well on their way to the playoffs this January. (00:00) Predicting the AFC playoff teams (1:33) Who will be the AFC division winner? (18:27) Who will be the AFC wild-card teams? (26:27) The Hurry Up: Dan Campbell t…

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How to Build Resilience Through Change 40:34

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Send us a text This week, we meet with Cathy Ahron, who navigated the complex journey from being a traditional wife and stay-at-home mom to forging a new life after a major transition. You’ll hear how Cathy’s international experiences—from Prague to Brazil—shaped her perspective on fulfillment and identity. Get an inside look at the challenges (and…

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'One Big Party Pooper' & 'Rolling Over Rover' & 'You Move Me' 44:29

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First, the plaintiff booked some space for the defendant to throw a party, but the guy illegally served alcohol. Police officers raided and shut the party down. The defendant hasn’t yet paid for the rental, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff promised him the party wouldn’t get shut down. He also allegedly promised he’d ge…

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Episode 233 - Microsoft Edge Scam Detection, Cybersecurity Employees Worked for Ransomware Crew, L3 Harris Executive Stole Zero Days, Line-Waiting-as-a-Service 39:36

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Welcome to this week's episode of the PEBCAK Podcast! We’ve got four amazing stories this week so sit back, relax, and keep being awesome! Be sure to stick around for our Dad Joke of the Week. (DJOW) Follow us on Instagram @pebcakpodcast Please share this podcast with someone you know! It helps us grow the podcast and we really appreciate it! https…

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Release Your Need for Constant Approval 7:53

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Send us a text This week, we dig into the heart of the “approval addict trap,” a subtle but powerful force that keeps so many of us stuck in our careers. Have you ever hesitated to make a bold move or wanted to change directions, only to hold back because you were waiting for someone else’s approval—whether it’s your boss, your parents, or even you…

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Predicting the Week 10 Headlines 31:49

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Sheil and The Ringer’s own Steven Ruiz take a hard look at the weekend slate and try to surmise what major story lines will have the media buzzing after the final whistle has been blown on Week 10 in the NFL. (00:00) Predicting the Week 10 headlines (1:37) Kyle Shanahan is back (9:25) Saquon regains 2024 form against Packers (14:27) Hamilton, Sold …

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'What a Kitchen Mess' & 'One-Man Wrecking Crew' & 'Smoking Out a Tenant' 44:21

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First, the plaintiff hired and paid the defendant to design her a new kitchen, but she was never available and didn’t do a thing, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says she spent months working on the project, and when she asked for additional money, the plaintiff flipped out on her. Then, the plaintiff claims the defendant was driving like …

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The Rebuildables: What Now for the Jets, Dolphins, and Browns? 31:59

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Sheil and Ben Solak from ESPN take a hard look at some of the NFL teams that appear to be heading toward major organizational overhauls after the trade deadline and offer analysis on how they can maximize their futures. (00:00) The Rebuildables (1:38) New York Jets (8:46) Miami Dolphins (17:54) Cleveland Browns (27:04) The Hurry Up: Denver Broncos …

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'Taking His Sweet Time' & 'Cracking Up a Customer' & 'You Pay, You Get' 44:04

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First, the plaintiff says she and her fiancé were supposed to move into a home the defendant was renting. The plaintiff paid first month’s rent and security. However, five months later, the place still wasn’t ready, so the plaintiff is suing for the money she and her fiancé already put down. The defendant argues the home was basically ready, and he…

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'Doggy Dilemma' & 'Always Getting the Runaround' & 'Accused of Being Rear-Enders' 44:25

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First, the plaintiff says his former fiancée, the defendant, gave away his dog while he was in a rehab facility, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant alleges the plaintiff was abusing his dog, so she rightfully gave him a better home. Then, the plaintiffs rented a house from the defendant, but they claim they were wrongfully evicted. The plaint…

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Trade Deadline Bonanza! With Gregg Rosenthal 30:43

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Sheil is joined by Gregg Rosenthal from NFL Network to analyze and debate the major trades that went down around the league on deadline day. (00:00) Trade deadline bonanza (1:24) Jets trade Sauce Gardner to the Colts (13:15) Jets trade Quinnen Williams to the Cowboys (23:58) Saints trade Rashid Shaheed to the Seahawks This episode is brought to you…

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Fact or Fiction? Seahawks as NFC Favorites, Eagles Trade for Jaelan Phillips, Kevin Stefanski's Future, and More! 29:47

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Sheil Kapadia sifts through some of the emerging story lines around the NFL and ponders whether they are worthy of further consideration or merely conspiracies birthed in the NFL media hivemind. (00:00) NFL Fact or Fiction? (1:42) The Seattle Seahawks are favorites in the NFC (6:38) Dan Quinn deserves to get crushed for leaving Jayden Daniels in th…

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'A Real Toss-Up' & 'Quit the Band, Quit the Rent' & 'Lock It to Me' 44:13

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First, the plaintiff says the defendant tossed her car keys out of a window. They landed on the street, and her remote starter broke, so the plaintiff’s suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff’s friend told him to throw the keys, so he feels he is not responsible. The defendant is countersuing for babysitting fees. Then, the plaintiff says he and…

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What We Learned in Week 9: Jayden Daniels's Injury, NFC North Chaos, and the Bills D Steps Up! 30:16

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Sheil is joined by The Ringer’s own Diante Lee to share their instant reactions to and analysis of the most intriguing story lines that emerged from Week 9 in the NFL. (00:00) What we learned in Week 9 of the NFL (1:43) The Commanders’ season from hell (5:51) The Bills have finally found something defensively (15:09) The NFC North is in full chaos …

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How Comedy Rules Transform Leadership 42:51

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Send us a text This week, you’ll meet Jason Powell, who transformed a frustrating 9-to-5 grind into a vibrant career in stand-up comedy and coaching. You’ll hear how embracing risk and letting go of fear helped Jason find his true calling at 35—and how the rules of comedy, like saying “yes, and” and practicing the “rule of 10,” not only made him a …

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'One Friend’s Trash' & 'Unc Causes a Funk' & 'Copping Out on a Carpenter' 44:27

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First, the plaintiff and the defendant had been friends for over 20 years, until a lousy car sale. The plaintiff is suing for a refund for the lemon sold to her by the defendant. Plus, the plaintiff sublet his apartment to the defendant, who took it upon himself to re-sublet the apartment to his uncle. The plaintiff is now suing for property damage…

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Episode 232 - iCloud Backups Expose Online Betting Scam, Ransomware Payment Rate Hits All Time Low, Hyperscaler Outages, Halloween Memories 50:58

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Welcome to this week's episode of the PEBCAK Podcast! We’ve got four amazing stories this week so sit back, relax, and keep being awesome! Be sure to stick around for our Dad Joke of the Week. (DJOW) Follow us on Instagram @pebcakpodcast Please share this podcast with someone you know! It helps us grow the podcast and we really appreciate it! iClou…

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Consistency Beats Perfection 6:33

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Send us a text This week, Ken Williams helps you break out of the perfection trap and build real consistency in your career and life. You’ll discover why it's okay to “suck” at your goals but not okay to skip them, and learn practical strategies for overcoming slip-ups without giving up on your ambitions. Plus, Ken sets the stage for his upcoming g…

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