Best Clayton Stevens Podcasts (2025)

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The ‘Shrek’ Pod 1:29:48

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Bobby Wagner joins the show to bid farewell to The Big Picture and The Ringer at large. We look back at how he started working on the show and run through all of his favorite moments during his time as a producer (0:54). Then, Bobby finally convinces Sean and Amanda to discuss ‘Shrek’ and ‘Shrek 2’ on the show and talk about why ‘Shrek’ is such a c…

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Kitty Black reads ‘Everglade: Rise of The Witch’ 12:20

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Kitty Black reads from ‘Everglade: Rise of The Witch’, the first book in a new and funny fantasy trilogy, illustrated by Rebecca Crane Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au…

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‘Lilo & Stitch,’ ‘Friendship,’ and the Top Five Movie Friends 1:29:48

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Sean and Amanda start the show with a quick recap of all the awards handed out at the Cannes Film Festival and wonder what this year's ‘Anora’ could be (1:13). Then, they react to the biggest Memorial Day weekend box office in history and consider what it means for the industry going forward (7:34). Next, they discuss Disney’s newest live-action re…

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YKNR 204: Wide Reading 101 29:56

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What exactly is ‘wide reading’ and how can you encourage young readers to embrace it? Megan and Allison take a deep dive into the idea of wide reading, including tips and tricks for introducing it at your place. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community …

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"Thrive Beyond Bariatrics: Empowering Your Weight Loss Journey" with Insights from Our Wellness Warriors Panel: Char Holmes, Bex Lewis, and Janelle Lashae 1:06:41

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🔵 Join the ProCare Health Wellness Warriors – Bariatric Panel Discussion 🔵 Ready to take your weight loss journey to the next level? This empowering episode of BariConnected brings together expert voices from ProCare Health’s Wellness Warriors, a leading team dedicated to bariatric surgery support, post-op nutrition, and sustainable weight loss. 🎙️…

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The 25 Best Movies of the Century: No. 19 - ‘Spirited Away’ 43:11

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. Today, they discuss Hayao Miyazaki’s masterpiece, ‘Spirited Away’: the wonderful 2002 animated fantasy film, which features an unbound representation of what it feels like to be a child. They talk about what they make of Chihiro as an…

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‘Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning’ Is Here. How Will We Reckon With It? 1:35:46

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Sean and Amanda need you to trust them one last time as they unpack the highly anticipated ‘Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning,’ starring Tom Cruise. Before diving into the film, they briefly recap all of the news headlines from the Cannes Film Festival by highlighting all of the heavy hitters, big surprises, and disappointments (1:05). Then, …

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Jessica Townsend reads 'Silverborn' 12:58

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Jessica Townsend reads from ‘Silverborn: The Mystery of Morrigan Crow’, the fourth book in her international bestselling Nevermoor series. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au…

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The ‘Final Destination’ Kill Rankings and ‘Bloodlines’ 1:13:42

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Sean is joined by Chris Ryan to discuss the flaw in death’s design by covering ‘Final Destination Bloodlines,’ the latest installment in the legendary, violent franchise (2:57). They share why they have such a great affinity for the 'Final Destination' series at large, spoil the movie by highlighting the electrifying kills that define the movie’s s…

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YKNR 203: 10 minutes with Lucie Stevens 35:25

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Allison chats to debut author Lucie Stevens about her middle-grade fantasy novel ‘R.I.P. Nanny Tobbins’, choosing an historical setting, and finding success in trying something new. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.…

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“Why am I Secretly Sabotaging My Weight Loss Journey”with Rodolfo Alvarez 1:02:50

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Why do I sabotage my weight loss—even when I’m trying so hard? If you’ve asked yourself this, you’re not alone. In this powerful session with wellness expert Rodolfo Alvarez, we uncover the real reasons behind self-sabotage in weight loss. From emotional eating triggers, limiting beliefs, and the fear of success, to hidden subconscious behaviors, t…

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The Tom Cruise Movie Draft 2:10:21

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Sean and Amanda are joined by Bill Simmons, Van Lathan, and Chris Ryan for a very special episode where they draft the best movies of Tom Cruise’s legendary career. They talk about their relationship to Cruise, introduce some new draft categories, and have a whole lot of fun. Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guests: Bill Simmons, Van Lathan…

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The 25 Best Movies of the Century: No. 20 - ‘Melancholia’ 44:57

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. Today, they discuss Lars von Trier’s ‘Melancholia,’ the deeply upsetting 2011 science fiction drama, which stars Kirsten Dunst and Kiefer Sutherland and features one of the greatest opening scenes of all time. They discuss Dunst’s ast…

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YKNR 202: The enduring appeal of mystery stories 39:00

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Allison and Megan explore all the reasons that young readers love mystery stories, why they’re addictive, and how to find age-appropriate reads. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au…

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The Nature of Self-Care with Featured Speaker: Dr. Steven Reyes, EdD Epi 75 1:05:36

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Unlock the true meaning of self-care and transform your wellness journey with insights from Dr. Steven Reyes, EdD, in this eye-opening episode of Bari Connected—sponsored by ProCare Health, your partner in post-bariatric wellness. In “The Nature of Self-Care”, we dive into: 🧠 What is Self-Care? Understand the real definition vs. misconceptions 🚧 Ba…

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A Mailbag for All Time. Plus: Alex Ross Perry Returns! 2:21:18

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Sean and Amanda open up the mailbag once again to answer all of your questions about underrated indie directors they’d like to see get the “Sean Baker treatment” at this year's Oscars, why Amanda majored in classics, recent films that are the most likely to inspire the next generation of filmmakers, and much more (3:05). Then, Alex Ross Perry retur…

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The Paul Newman Hall of Fame 2:17:59

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Sean and Amanda briefly tease next week’s mailbag episode and react to the Golden Globes adding a new category for Best Podcast (1:34). Then, they dive into their long-awaited Paul Newman episode, where they unpack who Newman was as a person (7:06), explore what made him such a special actor (16:13), and build his Hall of Fame by selecting the 10 m…

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YKNR 201: 10 minutes with Jacqueline Harvey 36:31

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Allison chats to Jacqueline Harvey about her brand-new middle-grade novel ‘The Girl and The Ghost’, meeting new characters and developing a new series. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au…

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The 2025 Movie Star Rankings: 35 Over 35. Plus: Nicolas Cage! 2:17:15

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Sean and Amanda briefly react to the news that President Donald Trump wants to impose a 100 percent tariff on any films produced outside of the United States (1:46). Then, they react to the new trailer for Spike Lee’s film ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ and discuss ‘Another Simple Favor,’ the sequel to ‘A Simple Favor,’ starring Blake Lively (7:41). Later, the…

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‘Thunderbolts*’ Is Marvel’s Return to Form. Is It Too Late? 1:33:14

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Sean and Amanda are joined by their superhero correspondent, Mallory Rubin, to cover the latest installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Jake Schreier’s, ‘Thunderbolts*’ (2:04). They praise the strong performances from Florence Pugh and Sebastian Stan, and dive deep into some spoilers to project which key characters could play a critical p…

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A.L. Tait reads 'Willow Bright's Secret Plot' 18:08

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A.L. Tait reads from ‘Willow Bright's Secret Plot’, a new middle-grade mystery story about growing up, finding your place in the world and the restorative power of nature. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | mega…

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The 25 Best Movies of the Century: No. 21 - ‘Mission: Impossible - Fallout’ 47:27

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. Today, they discuss their favorite installment of the beloved Tom Cruise action franchise with ‘Mission: Impossible—Fallout’, which features some of the greatest action filmmaking of all time. They explain why this concretized directo…

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YKNR 200: Ask Us Anything 3.0 42:15

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To celebrate 200 episodes of Your Kid’s Next Read podcast, Allison and Megan are answering YOUR questions. From how to write a book to how to make library time more inclusive to how to organise a brilliant author event, it’s all here. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid…

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“Unstuck and Thriving” with Featured Speaker Akeel Bernard 1:03:02

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Welcome to the newest episode of Bari Connected, brought to you by ProCare Health! 🎙️ Your trusted source for inspiring conversations about transformation, growth, and wellness! Feeling stuck? Thinking about a career change or life reinvention? 🌈 Meet Akeel Bernard, a dynamic Transition Coach and Career Transformation Specialist, who turned his per…

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Four Ways of Looking at an Action Movie: ‘The Accountant 2,’ ‘Havoc,’ ‘A Working Man,’ and ‘The Amateur’ 1:22:32

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Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to recap their trip to the mobile Criterion Closet before celebrating the big box-office weekend performances of ‘Sinners’ and ‘Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith’ and explain why movies are so back (1:09). Then, they cover some recently released mediocre action films: ‘The Accountant 2’ (14:30), ‘…

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The Summer Movie Preview Game. Plus: David Cronenberg on ‘The Shrouds.’ 2:42:21

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Sean and Amanda briefly react to some Oscars news, including a rule requiring Academy members to watch the movies and the details surrounding the new Casting and Achievement in Stunt Design award (1:34). Then, for the first time, they play the Summer Movie Preview Game, in which they predict the box office and Metacritic score for every major summe…

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The ‘Sinners’ Surge. Plus: The Val Kilmer Hall of Fame! 1:40:07

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Sean is joined by Chris Ryan to honor the late Val Kilmer by creating his Hall of Fame. Before creating the list, Chris shares his thoughts on why Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ worked so well, sort through the box office controversy, and consider what kind of award chances the film has (4:18). Then, they build the Val Kilmer Hall of Fame by selecting th…

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YKNR 199: 10 minutes with Clayton Zane Comber & Conor McCammon 38:44

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Allison chats to Clayton Zane Comber and Conor McCammon about their brand-new novel ‘The Marvellous Submarine’, including co-writing a book on sticky notes (both), taking on illustrating for the first time (Conor), and moving from YA to junior fiction (Clayton). Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with All…

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Effective Strategies for Burning Fat During Your Weight Loss Journey” with Featured Speaker: Rob DiMedio, CPT, CNC 56:26

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Struggling with fat loss and tired of diet myths? 🔥 You're not alone — and we're cutting through the noise in this powerful new episode of BariConnected, proudly sponsored by ProCare Health. 💊💪 Join us for a no-nonsense bariatric webinar where Rob, a leading fitness and nutrition expert, shares science-backed fat-burning strategies to help you lose…

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The 25 Best Movies of the Century: No. 22 - ‘Children of Men’ 47:12

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. Today, they discuss Alfonso Cuarón’s ‘Children of Men,’ a deeply upsetting 2006 apocalyptic thriller starring Clive Owen and Julianne Moore, which features some of the most emotionally moving image-making of all time. They explore how…

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‘Sinners’ Is for the Sickos, the Cinephiles and You, with Ryan Coogler! 1:43:14

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Sean and Amanda are joined by Van Lathan to unpack Ryan Coogler’s highly anticipated vampire horror film, ‘Sinners.’ They applaud the film for its originality and authenticity, debate whether or not this is Michael B. Jordan’s best performance of his career, and unpack one of the film’s most controversial and daring scenes by hypothesizing about wh…

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YKNR 198: All about Funny Books 34:59

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Funny books create a LOT of discussion in the Your Kid’s Next Read community, so Megan and Allison are discussing the the role of funny books in reading, what makes a great funny book, and if, when and how to move kids into other areas of the bookshelf. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Meg…

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The 1990 Movie Draft 1:44:17

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We are drafting again! Before their draft, Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to briefly discuss Matt Damon’s shredded appearance for Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ and the new trailer for Ari Aster’s ‘Eddington’ (1:03). Then, they talk about who they were in 1990 and draft the best movies from the year (10:37). Hosts: Sean Fennessey and A…

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The 10 Most Intriguing Movies at the Cannes Film Festival. Plus: ‘Warfare’ Is Hell, With Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza. 1:43:10

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Sean and Amanda begin the episode with their instant reactions to the official announcement of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival lineup. They share their overall mixed feelings about the slate, attempt to figure out why some notable films missed the cut, and debate whether or not Sean would be capable of taking a three-month movie sabbatical (1:45). Th…

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The 25 Best Movies of the Century: No. 23 - ‘Something’s Gotta Give’ 48:16

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. They discuss Nancy Meyers’s ‘Something’s Gotta Give,’ the 2003 romantic comedy starring Diane Keaton and Jack Nicholson, which featured some of the most realized and developed characters of the century. They highlight and celebrate Me…

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YKNR 197: 10 minutes with Helen Edwards 42:46

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Allison chats to Dr Helen Edwards about her new middle-grade historical fiction novel ‘On Gallant Wings’, the drafting process and medals for bravery. Megan shares some insights into the 5 Laws of Library Science. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Communit…

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“More Than a Crown: Finding Confidence Beyond Weight Loss” - with Featured Speaker Monica Weaver 1:08:26

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👑 NEW EPISODE of BARIConnected — Brought to You by ProCare Health What happens when you reach your dream weight and win a beauty pageant... but still feel like you’re not enough? This week on BARIConnected, we're sitting down with the radiant and real Monica Weaver, Mrs. Hispanic Oklahoma 2024 💐—who’s sharing the behind-the-scenes truth about confi…

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‘A Minecraft Movie’ Is the Most Important Movie of the Year So Far. And These Flicks Are the Best … 1:30:39

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Sean and Amanda cover the absolute box office phenomenon ‘A Minecraft Movie,’ a video game adaptation starring Jack Black and Jason Momoa. They explore the event film of the year and discuss why the theatergoing experience of the film is such a great thing for the industry at large (1:08). Then, they give a Movie State of the Union, where they work…

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The 15 Most Anticipated Movies at CinemaCon, and Our Trip to Las Vegas! 1:37:54

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Sean and Amanda recap their recent trip to Las Vegas for CinemaCon and catch up on the latest news from around the industry, including some exclusive insight on the ‘Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood’ sort-of sequel, which will reportedly be directed by David Fincher (0:45). Then, they are joined by Puck’s Matt Belloni to talk about their 15 most ant…

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Ashleigh Barton reads ‘How To Sail To Somewhere’ 16:14

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Ashleigh Barton reads from ‘How To Sail To Somewhere’, her moving new middle-grade novel, described as a 'cosy adventure' story. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au…

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YKNR 196: Building a Home Library 101 34:08

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What does a home library look like? Megan and Allison explore the basics of building a home library, from why it’s important to keep books on hand, what to buy (and what to borrow), where to keep them, and when and how to cull. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next…

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The Gen Z Movie Focus Group 1:29:52

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Amanda is joined by The Ringer’s very own Jomi Adeniran, Jade Whaley, and Jack Sanders to convey the first (and possibly last) Gen Z Movie Focus Group! They discuss how they watched movies growing up versus today, debate what is the most important movie to Gen Z, and assess whether movies are “so back” or “so over.”Host: Amanda Dobbins Guests: Jomi…

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Your Path to Sustainable Weight Loss and Health: Insights from Our Wellness Warriors Panel w/ Meg Sytnick, Stephanie Rose, Maria Viguerias, and Shea Quinn 1:16:16

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Join BariConnected and ProCare Health for an empowering episode featuring the Wellness Warriors—a panel of bariatric experts and passionate voices in the weight loss surgery (WLS) community. Whether you’re fresh into your journey or navigating years post-op, this discussion is packed with practical tips and heartfelt inspiration. 💬 In this episode,…

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The Garbage Women Canon! Plus: 'Holland' and 'Kinda Pregnant.' 1:36:24

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Amanda is joined by Yasi Salek to create a new mini-genre called "Garbage Women," a list of mediocre to bad streaming movies starring the greatest actresses of our generation. Before officially forming the canon, they cover some recent releases that fit into the genre, ‘Holland’ (2:54) and ‘Kinda Pregnant’ (20:44). Then, they get into the list, wor…

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The 25 Best Movies of the Century: No. 24 - ‘The Handmaiden’ 42:34

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their year-long project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far with a discussion of Park Chan-wook’s ‘The Handmaiden,’ the 2016 erotic thriller period piece starring Kim Tae-ri and featuring some of the best camera work and production design of the century. They talk about Park Chan-wook’s incred…

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Beyond Goals: Setting Up Systems for Lasting Weight Loss with Featured Guest: Jane Guo, MCN, RD, LD 1:03:47

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Most people set well-intentioned goals… but never follow through. 💭 Sound familiar? In this empowering episode, registered dietitian Jane Guo breaks down why systems—not just goals—are the key to lasting success. Get ready to transform how you approach health, weight loss, and habit-building using strategies rooted in behavior change science. Wheth…

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YKNR 195: 10 minutes with Nick Bland 36:28

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Allison chats to Nick Bland, author of 60+ picture books (including the ‘Very Cranky Bear’ series), about his debut junior fiction novel, ‘Bling Jollygood’, and why he’s always writing. Plus, Megan has Easter gift-giving tips. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next …

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The Top 10 Garbage Scorsese Movies and ‘The Alto Knights’ 1:29:53

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Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to react to some trailer and release calendar news about ‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Materialists,’ ‘F1,’ ‘Together,’ and ‘The Phoenician Scheme’ (2:41). Then, they discuss Barry Levinson’s new gangster movie ‘The Alto Nights,’ written by Nicholas Pileggi and starring Robert De Niro (18:58). Finally, they s…

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Men's Mental Health and Training - With Mike & Justin 1:24:16

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Join Director of Coaching Ariana Scalfo as she chats with new CHP coaches Mike Thompson and Justin Jones about men's mental health and how it plays out in lifestyle, health, and ability/motivation to train. Mike and Justin are relatively new fathers, and they discuss with Ariana (a new mother) the loneliness and pressure that comes with fatherhood,…

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The 1982 Movie Draft 2:17:56

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We’re drafting again! Sean, Amanda, and Chris are joined by the resident physical-media king of 'The Big Picture,' Tracy Letts, to draft movies from 1982 and take stock of the biggest ways the film world has changed in the past 40 years. Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guests: Tracy Letts and Chris Ryan Senior Producer: Bobby Wagner Video …