Best Chris Shirah Podcasts (2025)

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Everything You Need to Know for Week 7 1:05:14

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Send us a text The Craft Man and Brad dive into everything you need to know about the Week 7 slate. From real football analysis to the “fake stuff” (fantasy), and of course the gambling angles, they cover it all. Whether you’re setting your lineups, betting the board, or just trying to make sense of the matchups, this episode has you ready for all …

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Week 7 Slate + Most Disappointing Players This Season 49:34

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Send us a text The Craft Man and Brad are back to break down parts of the Week 7 slate and highlight the players who’ve let fantasy managers down so far this season. From underperforming stars to surprising busts, we go through the biggest disappointments of the year and what to expect moving forward. Plus, we dive into the key matchups for Week 7 …

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NFL Week 5 Slate + Start Sit Decisions 1:35:34

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Send us a text Craft Man and Cousin Ian break down Week 5 for your ass! We cover it all—the “fake stuff” (fantasy football), the real stuff on the field, start/sit calls, gambling angles, and everything else you need to know to get ready for the week. No fluff, just straight talk to help you win your matchups and cash your bets. -Add Matt Hamm on T…

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Week 4 Gambling Picks 14:58

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Send us a text Matt Hamm is back with all the Week 4 gambling picks. From game lines to prop bets, we break down every play the crew has locked in for the week. If you’re building your card and looking for an edge, this episode has the bets you need to hear before kickoff. -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter: https://twitter.com/crewmatthamm -Add the Craft M…

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Week 3 Gambling Picks + Dolphins vs Bills 19:57

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Send us a text Matt Hamm is back to give out all the bets the crew has locked in for the week. From game lines to PrizePicks to DFS lineups, we break down where our money is going and why. If you’re looking for plays to back this weekend—whether straight bets, props, or daily fantasy stacks—this episode has you covered -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter: ht…

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What you Need to Know for Week 3 1:27:48

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Send us a text Matt Hamm and The Craft Man break down everything you need to know heading into Week 3 of the NFL season. We cover who should be in your fantasy lineups (and who shouldn’t), dive into the latest gambling odds, and share our expectations for how each game script will play out. Whether you’re chasing fantasy points or betting slips, th…

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Gambling: Week 2 Picks + Washington vs Green Bay 10:03

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Send us a text In this episode, we lock in our best bets for Week 2 of the football season. From game lines to props, we break down where the value is and which plays we’re backing with confidence. If you’re looking to get your card ready for the weekend, this is the episode you don’t want to miss. -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cre…

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Everything You Need to Know for Week 2 1:10:21

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Send us a text The crew takes a game-by-game deep dive into Week 2 of the football season. We break down every matchup, highlight the key fantasy storylines, and point out the betting angles you need to know before making your picks. From start/sit decisions to prop bets and game lines, this episode has everything you need to get ready for the week…

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Football is Back!! 59:22

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Send us a text The crew takes a look back at everything we saw in Week 1 of the football season. From surprising performances to early disappointments, we break down the biggest storylines and what they mean moving forward. Whether it’s fantasy football takeaways, real football outlooks, or betting angles, we’ve got you covered with our reactions t…

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Week 1 Gambling Picks + Cowboys vs Eagles 27:34

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Send us a text Matt Hamm kicks off Week 1 by breaking down all the best gambling picks on the board. We cover the game lines, our favorite prop bets, and DFS lineups to help you build winning rosters. It’s time to place the bets, win the play, and get back in the lab to do it all over again. Football season is here—let’s cash it. TNF Slate Game Lin…

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The Season Long Bets The Fake Stuff Crew Placed 17:45

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Send us a text The grind is officially here! In this episode, we kick off the football season by breaking down all the season-long bets we’ve placed for 2025. From win totals to division winners, we go through the lines we like best and where the value lies. Plus, we highlight our favorite prop bets of the year—the ones that could cash big by seaso…

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AFC West + NFC West Breakdowns 1:03:01

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Send us a text The crew closes out our divisional breakdown series with a deep dive into the AFC West and NFC West. We cover it all—fantasy football implications, real football outlooks, and the betting angles that matter heading into the 2025 season. Plus, we tackle some major NFL news, including Micah Parsons’ situation and Rashee Rice’s suspensi…

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These are the Best and Worst Picks of Each Round 1:08:03

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Send us a text In this episode, the crew goes round by round through the draft board, breaking down the best and worst picks for the 2025 fantasy football season. We highlight the players who offer the most value at their ADP, as well as the landmines you’ll want to avoid. Whether you’re prepping for your home league or just looking for an edge, th…

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9 Players We are ALL IN on in Our Redraft Leagues This Season 1:04:18

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Send us a text In this episode, the crew breaks down the nine players we refuse to leave our drafts without this season. These are our ride-or-die guys—the players we’re all in on and expecting to explode in 2025. From breakout candidates to league-winners, we explain why each name deserves a spot on your roster and how they can tilt your season in…

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AFC South + NFC South Divisional Breakdowns! 1:23:06

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Send us a text The crew continues our divisional breakdown series with a deep dive into the AFC South and NFC South. We cover it all—fantasy football impact, real football outlook, and the betting angles that could make (or break) your season. Which players are primed to shine? Who’s being overrated? And most importantly… who takes each division in…

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AFC East + NFC East Divisional Breakdown! 1:21:32

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Send us a text Matt Hamm and The Craft Man are back with another divisional deep dive—this time breaking down the AFC East and NFC South. We cover everything from fantasy football implications to real football outlooks for each team. Which players are trending up? Who's being overhyped? And where’s the value in the betting markets? We wrap it all u…

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AFC North and NFC North Breakdown!! 1:24:26

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Send us a text The crew kicks off our divisional breakdown series with a deep dive into the AFC North and NFC North. We break down every team, highlight key fantasy football storylines, and give our thoughts on which players could swing your season. Plus, we touch on the latest betting odds, division winner picks, and season-long prop bets worth wa…

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Draft Strategies + Different Player Opinions 1:15:57

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Send us a text In this episode, the Crew dives into draft strategy talk for the upcoming 2025 fantasy football season. We break down the approaches we’re targeting in redraft leagues, including roster construction tips, positional priorities, and when to take those big swings. Plus, we give our takes on a variety of key players—who we’re high on, w…

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Redraft Mock Draft! 47:13

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Send us a text We’re officially shifting gears to redraft season! In this episode, the crew dives into our first redraft mock draft of the year as we start prepping for the 2025 fantasy football season. We break down our picks, discuss early draft strategies, and react to the first wave of ADPs hitting the board. Which players are rising too fast? …

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Most Unpredictable Players + Widest Range of Outcomes 49:51

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the wildcards of the 2025 fantasy football season — the players who could swing your league in either direction. From boom-or-bust breakout candidates to veterans with uncertain roles, we break down the athletes with the widest range of outcomes. Whether you’re drafting for upside or trying to avoid…

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We Can't Stand These Startup ADPs 54:52

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Send us a text In this episode, the crew breaks down the startup ADPs we’re avoiding in dynasty drafts—not because we don’t like the players, but because the price just doesn’t make sense. We talk through the names going too early, the risk vs. reward, and how to pivot to better value picks at similar spots. It’s not personal—it’s just draft strate…

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SMASH These ADPs In Your Startup Drafts 1:07:55

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Send us a text In this episode, the crew dives into Startup Dynasty ADPs and highlights the players we’re smashing the draft button on every time. Whether it’s value in the early rounds or hidden gems later on, we break down which players are going way too low—and why they’re must-haves in your startup dynasty drafts. Get ready for bold takes, draf…

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RB Dynasty Rankings! 52:43

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Send us a text In this episode, the crew tackles their Dynasty Running Back Rankings, comparing lists, debating the top tiers, and digging into where their opinions align—and where they don’t. From elite bell cows to breakout candidates, we break down the players we trust long-term and the ones we’re fading. Tune in to hear the biggest surprises, b…

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Startup Mock Draft! How to Win Now 37:07

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Send us a text In this episode, the crew dives into a startup mock draft with one goal in mind: win now. We walk through our draft strategy step-by-step, breaking down how we prioritized proven veterans over long-term upside, balanced value with production, and built rosters designed to compete from Day 1. Hear the thought process behind each pick,…

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QB Dynasty Rankings! 55:21

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Send us a text In this episode, the crew dives deep into the ever-shifting dynasty quarterback rankings in the fantasy football landscape. We break down the biggest discrepancies between expert lists, highlight the most surprising risers and fallers, and debate which signal-callers are truly set up for long-term success. Whether you're rebuilding o…

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Dynasty Wide Receiver Rankings 1:09:05

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Send us a text In this episode, The Crew dives deep into the wide receiver landscape for dynasty leagues. We break down our latest WR rankings, discussing standout studs, rising stars, and undervalued assets. Who’s locked in as a top-tier target, and who’s poised to leap up the ranks? Get the insights you need to build a dominant receiving corps fo…

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Dynasty Startup Mock Draft + 1 Year Punt + George Pickens Trade 49:56

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Send us a text In this episode, The Crew dives into a dynasty startup mock draft with a twist — embracing the 1-year punt strategy. We focus on drafting younger assets, building for the future while sacrificing immediate production. Tune in to see how the draft unfolds, the key targets for a long-term build, and how to position your roster for sust…

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Rookie Draft Season Trends 16:36

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Send us a text In this episode, Matt Hamm delves into the emerging trends from the 2025 rookie drafts. We analyze how the influx of new talent is reshaping fantasy football strategies and identify key patterns that savvy managers can exploit. From unexpected value picks to shifting positional priorities, we provide insights to help you maximize val…

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8 LOSERS From The NFL Draft! 31:47

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Send us a text In this episode, The Crew takes a hard look at the NFL veterans who didn't survive the draft. With teams bringing in fresh talent, some established players are now facing reduced roles, shaky job security, or even a path to irrelevance. We break down the biggest losers from the draft and what it means for your fantasy rosters heading…

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10 WINNERS From The NFL Draft! 53:06

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Send us a text In this episode, The Crew breaks down the players who survived the NFL Draft — the ones whose teams didn't bring in major competition at their position. These are the names poised to retain or even grow their roles heading into the 2025 season. From potential league-winners to sneaky value picks, we spotlight the guys you need to kee…

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Rookie Draft Review + Doo Doo Dynasty 49:42

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Send us a text In this episode, The Crew reviews a live rookie draft where real money is on the line. We break down the picks, analyze surprising moves, and reveal what fantasy managers prioritize when the pressure is real. From early-round steals to risky reaches, we cover it all and share key takeaways to help you dominate your own drafts! Doo Do…

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Reacting to the Draft + QBs and WRs 1:11:33

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Send us a text In this episode, The Crew dives into the NFL Draft with a focus on the quarterback and wide receiver classes. Which landing spots boost player value, and which ones raise red flags? We break down how these picks will shake up upcoming rookie drafts, share our early rankings, and talk strategy for building your fantasy squads. If you'…

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Draft Reactions + RBs and TEs 47:26

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Send us a text In this episode, The Crew breaks down all the action from the NFL Draft, with a special focus on the running back and tight end positions. Which rookies landed in ideal spots? Who's set to make an immediate fantasy splash — and who might need more time? We dive deep into how this draft class reshapes the fantasy football landscape, o…

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Injustice, Advocacy & Building a Better World with Shirah Mansaray 31:51

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Shirah Mansaray is the CEO and founding trustee of the international charity, I Am Somebody’s Child Soldier, which provides mental health support to former child victims of war in Uganda. Shirah has over 15 years’ experience working in the humanitarian field, with organisations ranging from the United Nations and the Human Rights and Economic Affai…

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Dynasty Trades + Keep/Trade/Cut 1:43:40

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the world of Dynasty Fantasy Football with a focus on recent trade discussions and some juicy Keep/Trade/Cut scenarios. We break down the value of key players and explore how their current outlook impacts roster-building decisions. Whether you're rebuilding or making a title push, this episode will help …

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From Architect to CEO: My 21-Year Entrepreneur Journey with Jarrod Lopiccolo 37:27

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Jarrod Lopiccolo is a leader in creative digital performance marketing with a background in architecture. With his wife Season as co-founder, Jarrod has led Noble Studios as CEO, building it from the ground up and collaborating with top global brands such as Adobe, Google, and the Islands of Tahiti. Their visionary leadership has earned the agency …

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Cam Ward + Shedeur Sanders + Jaxson Dart + Rookie QB Breakdown 50:57

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Send us a text In this episode, Matt Hamm and The Craft Man take a deep dive into the rookie quarterback class, analyzing the strengths, weaknesses, and potential of top prospects like Cam Ward, Shedeur Sanders, and Jaxson Dart. Who has the tools to succeed at the next level? Which QB is flying under the radar? And who could surprise everyone on dr…

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Leadership Lessons from Disaster Zones with Christian Muntean 38:14

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Christian Muntean is a business strategist and leadership expert with a proven record of solving complex challenges. As founder of Vantage Consulting, he has led organizations through major transformations focused on growth and efficiency. His global experience spans over 40 countries in disaster relief and community development. Christian holds a …

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MOCK DRAFT! PPR, SF, TE PREM + Startup Draft Strategy 1:04:47

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Send us a text In this episode of the Fake Stuff Podcast, the hosts engage in a lively mock draft discussion, focusing on player selections, strategies, and the dynamics of fantasy football. They debate the merits of various quarterbacks, the value of wide receivers, and the potential of rookies, all while sharing their personal drafting philosophi…

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How Tricia Brouk Built a Legacy Beyond Dance 31:50

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Tricia Brouk is an award-winning author and public speaking coach renowned for her ability to inspire transformation through the power of storytelling. With over three decades of experience, she has become a trusted mentor to countless individuals, including esteemed figures such as James Gandolfini, Kate Winslet, and Susan Sarandon. Raised on a Mi…

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Jaylen Royals + Xavier Restrepo + Elic Ayomanor + Isaiah Bond + Jayden Higgins 34:01

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Send us a text In this episode of the Fake Stuff Podcast, the hosts dive into the second part of their rookie wide receiver breakdown, analyzing various prospects for the upcoming NFL draft. They discuss players like Jalen Royals, Xavier Restrepo, Elic Ayomanor, Isaiah Bond, and Jayden Higgins, evaluating their potential, performance, and fit for f…

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Facing Yourself: The Key to Conscious Leadership with Michelle Sorro 50:34

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Michelle Sorro is a Transformation Mentor + Spiritual Guide and host of Fire and Soul, a top 1% podcast on self discovery and sacred sovereignty. She’s helped thousands of bright souls awaken their Divine gifts and create a life & business they LOVE. Known for her embodied wisdom, bold heart and conscious catalysts, Michelle has appeared on media p…

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Tetairoa McMillan + Luther Burden + Emeka Egbuka + Matthew Golden + Tre Harris 32:47

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Send us a text In this episode, our team kicks off a comprehensive analysis of the 2025 rookie wide receiver class, focusing on five standout prospects: Tetairoa McMillan, Luther Burden III, Emeka Egbuka, Matthew Golden, and Tre Harris. We delve into each player's college performance, skill set, and potential impact in the NFL to help you prepare f…

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Davante Adams to the Rams + DK Metcalf to the Steelers 58:39

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Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the latest NFL developments, focusing on two blockbuster moves shaking up the league. First, we discuss Davante Adams' decision to sign a two-year, $46 million contract with the Los Angeles Rams, bringing his elite receiving skills to the West Coast. Then, we analyze the Pittsburgh Steelers' acquisition…

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Do Sweat The Small Stuff: Leadership Insights with Sarah Langslow 36:48

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Sarah Langslow is an executive coach and leadership development specialist. She integrates leadership lessons from a sporting career as a rower, including competing twice in the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, a 15-year corporate career across management consulting and finance, and experience as an entrepreneur with her own coaching and leadership …

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Devin Neal + Cam Skattebo + Ollie Gordon + Dylan Sampson + RJ Harvey 32:43

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Send us a text In this episode, we continue our in-depth analysis of the 2025 rookie running back class, focusing on Devin Neal, Cam Skattebo, Ollie Gordon II, Dylan Sampson, and RJ Harvey. We evaluate each player's college performance, skill set, and potential impact at the professional level. Episode Breakdown: (0:00) Intro (5:00) Devin Neal (10:…

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Ashton Jeanty + Omarion Hampton + Kaleb Johnson + TreVeyon Henderson + Quinshon Judkins 38:11

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the top rookie running backs of the 2025 class, analyzing their strengths, weaknesses, and NFL potential. We break down the game of standout prospects like Ashton Jeanty, Omarion Hampton, Kaleb Johnson, TreVeyon Henderson, and Quinshon Judkins, discussing their college performances, skill sets, and …

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Mastering your Frequency & Vibration to Thrive with Karen Cheong 47:33

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Karen Cheong, the visionary force behind Spherical Luminosity, is an internationally recognized transformational speaker, writer, and healer. With over 25 years of experience guiding individuals on their paths to self-realization and empowerment, Karen has become a beacon of inspiration. Her own transformative journey, sparked by a health crisis in…

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Worth a First + Player Value Discussion 51:26

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Send us a text Episode Breakdown: (0:00) Intro (7:30) Terry McClaurin (12:41) Mike Evans (18:10) Jalen McMillan (21:12) Chase Brown (25:33) Derrick Henry (27:40) Breece Hall (32:00) Rome Odunze (33:50) Jerry Jeudy (38:12) DJ Moore (39:40) Courtland Sutton (42:00) George Kittle (44:00) Kyle Pitts (45:30) 1.01 -Add Matt Hamm on Twitter: https://twitt…

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Be Your Own CEO: Taking Control of your Career with Tammy Alvarez 48:05

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Tammy Alvarez, CEO of the Career Winners Circle, is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker, and coach. Known for her bold “Break All the Rules” approach, she helps professionals create impact and rediscover their passion for work. Her book, Escaping The Career Trap, guides high achievers toward true career fulfillment. Tammy’s progr…