Best George Hernandez Podcasts (2025)

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#164 – Landon Campbell | Venture Capital, Community Building, and Chicago Tech 49:30

3d ago49:30

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Landon W. Campbell is the General Manager for Drive Capital in Chicago, a $2.3B venture capital firm committed to investing in exceptional founders who are shaping the future of market-defining companies between the Hudson River and the Rocky Mountains. Landon oversees the firm’s $80M pre-seed fund in Chicago.…

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A Tour Of The NL East (Guest: Jonah Tong) 1:02:23

4d ago1:02:23

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This week's edition of the Pipeline Podcast features a look at some of the more intriguing prospects in the NL East, highlighted by an interview with bat-missing Mets right-hander Jonah Tong. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff also discuss several other NL East farmhands, including Marlins catcher Joe Mack, Braves righty J.R. Ritchie and N…

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Surprise Call-In Show! 1:15:58

5d ago1:15:58

1:15:58

This call-in show has it all: Rural butch lesbians, a well-meaning bisexual woman who may have accidentally used a slur, intellectually curious gay guys, intellectually incurious ones, a game-changing new term to add to the lexicon, and a Marry-F*ck-Kill to end them all! CALL US at 385-GAY-GUYS to leave questions and comments for our next surprise …

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AL West/On The Cusp 1:04:04

11d ago1:04:04

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Before continuing their division-by-division look at one intriguing prospect per organization (in the American League West), Jim Callis, Sam Dykstra and Jason Ratliff discuss the slew of blue-chip prospects who are ready for the call to The Show, including Nos. 1 and 2 overall: Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony and Pirates right-hander Bubba Chandle…

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"Weightlifting" w/ Gianmarco Soresi 1:19:24

12d ago1:19:24

1:19:24

Can you spot me, bro? Today we are joined by the People's Man Gianmarco Soresi to take on and ultimately SOLVE the masculinity crisis that is plaguing this once great nation. Plus: Which fast-casual bakery chain would each of the Haim sisters be? What musicals have mass appeal in 2025? Should theater camp be mandatory? And finally: Do retail worker…

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Fifteen Minutes of Feminism: Dead, Pregnant and Imprisoned in Georgia—The Adrianna Smith Case 26:13

15d ago26:13

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In this emergency episode, we're ringing the alarm bells: We just learned that in the state of Georgia, a woman named Adriana Smith who was declared brain-dead in February, is being forcibly kept on a ventilator due to the state’s strict abortion ban, against her family's wishes. It's been over 90 days. Her mother, April Newkirk has said, “It’s tor…

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No Law, Just (Bad) Vibes: at the Supreme Court with Leah Litman 30:50

18d ago30:50

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Over the past few years, many of us have noticed some (bad) vibes coming from the Supreme Court: sketchy decisions on a number of fronts, from presidential immunity to abortion, agency authority, and more. Today, we take a look at those vibes with one of our favorite guests: Professor Leah Litman, who is the author of the new book Lawless: How the …

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AL Central Casting (Guest: Jac Caglianone) 1:21:34

18d ago1:21:34

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The MLB Pipeline Podcast's division-by-division look at the game's prospects continued this week in the American League Central. Before that, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff dove into the first "market corrections" of the Top 100 and looked at the revised top 15 (led by Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony), biggest risers (including shorts…

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"Phish" w/ Josh Sharp 1:19:58

19d ago1:19:58

1:19:58

This week we are blessed to have Josh Sharp BACK on the pod. We come up with an amazing new tracklist of Kim Petras songs, explain what it means to "be philly", and unpack the band Phish with a LIVE fact checker in the room (because facts matter, y'all). Plus, Josh promotes his new off-broadway show "ta-da!" in a way that is so non-linear that even…

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Black Women in Power: Firsts, Onlys and Always Watched 54:44

24d ago54:44

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Despite persistent obstacles—from intergenerational pay inequity and earning just 63.7 cents for every dollar made by a white guy for the same work, to constant surveillance and doubt—Black women consistently excel in their chosen fields and rise to leadership positions. In this episode, we’re joined by powerful Black women in leadership to discuss…

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AL Eastbound (Guest: George Lombard Jr.) 1:18:30

25d ago1:18:30

1:18:30

While Kenny Powers may not have been a guest, this week's MLB Pipeline Podcast was definitely Eastbound (but not down) as Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff began a division-by-division look at intriguing prospects at the start of the 2025 season. This week, the focus was on the AL East, with prospects like Blue Jays 2024 first-rounder Tre…

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"Yo-Yos" w/ Liam Benzvi 1:09:12

26d ago1:09:12

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Have you been outside? There are men playing with Depression-era wooden toys—and it's all part of the masculinity crisis. Today we welcome our dear friend Liam Benzvi, whose amazing album ...AND HIS SPLASH BAND is out now, to chat all things yo-yos, cups and balls, and so much more. Plus: What is the most punk month? What does it mean to "have a th…

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#163 - Edward Woodford | Crypto, Stablecoins, and the Future of Finance 41:17

27d ago41:17

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Edward Woodford is the Co-Founder and CEO of Zero Hash, a leading crypto and stablecoin infrastructure platform based in Chicago. Since founding the company in 2017, Edward has been at the forefront of transforming the global financial landscape, enabling seamless access to digital assets for companies across industries. Under his leadership, Zero …

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The Draft Top 150 is here! 1:06:10

1M ago1:06:10

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MLB Pipeline's new 2025 Draft Top 150 is live and Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff slice and dice it on this week's episode of the MLB Pipeline Podcast. They start by breaking down the top of the list and what the odds are for any player to go No. 1 overall to the Nationals, focusing mostly on the top three: Ethan Holliday, Seth Hernande…

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The Magazine: Who Will Antiabortion Extremists Target Next? 20:10

1M ago20:10

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Welcome to The Magazine, our mini-pod, which gives a peek into Ms. magazine's forthcoming and current issues. In this episode, take a glimpse inside our Spring 2025 issue—which delves into the story behind anti-abortion extremists’ successful attempt to shut down a Beverly Hills clinic. Get the Spring issue here! Featuring: Kathy Spillar is the Exe…

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"Prolonged Divorce" w/ Torrey Peters 1:11:36

1M ago1:11:36

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Today we are putting on our public intellectual hats for Torrey Peters, author of "Detransition, Baby" and whose incredible new book "Stag Dance" is available now. She brings insights that will potentially take years to fully grasp. Things like how all marriages can be straight if the divorce takes long enough. Or how there's no such thing as "the …

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A Frenzy Of Callups & Prep Infielders (Guest: Liam Doyle) 1:16:25

1M ago1:16:25

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The promotion of Minor League home run leader and 2024 No. 4 overall pick Nick Kurtz is just one of several recent big league callups that has baseball buzzing, so that's where Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff turn their attention on the latest Pipeline Podcast. Besides the Athletics first baseman, they also break down fellow Top 100 Pro…

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Narratives of Resistance: Women of Color and the Fight for Democracy (With Yamani Yansá Hernandez) 21:52

1M ago21:52

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This week, we’re joined by Yamani Hernandez, the chief executive officer of the Groundswell Fund, to discuss the importance of grassroots organizing and reproductive justice in this moment. Ms. has joined forces with Groundswell Fund and Groundswell Action Fund to create a special Gender & Democracy site dedicated to the work of Groundswell partner…

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"Male Actors" w/ Hari Nef 1:18:11

1M ago1:18:11

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Dreams really do come true as we finally welcome one of the most requested guests in StraightioLab herstory, the one and only Hari Nef! And she came PREPARED with a full list of topics, which we dissect one by one before landing on a winner. Questions include: Can male actors be actresses? Can drag brunch be a site of resistance? Are we "sat" for A…

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Can Hernandez Make Draft History? (Guest: Chase Burns) 1:11:32

2M ago1:11:32

1:11:32

Following Seth Hernandez's electric outing at the National High School Invitational, the latest Pipeline Podcast examines whether he can become the first prep right-hander ever to go No. 1 overall in the 60-year history of the Draft. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff talk about what sets Hernandez apart and the history of high school righ…

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"Tote Bags" w/ Doreen St. Félix 1:16:20

2M ago1:16:20

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It’s Public Intellectual Day at StraightioLab HQ as we welcome The New Yorker’s Doreen St. Félix to the lab to talk about, quite simply, EVERYTHING: the semiotics of handbags, Lizzo’s Pass, the many of Joan Didion, and of course the state of religion in the United States of America. StraightioLab: Live! at the Bell House: https://concerts.livenatio…

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Trying To Make Sense Of The Draft 1:04:12

2M ago1:04:12

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The 2025 Draft is quite unsettled at this point, so Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff begin the latest Pipeline Podcast by trying to figure it out. Jim and Jonathan alternate making the first 10 picks purely based on talent, and there are plenty of surprises. Then the focus shifts to identifying the most prospect-packed rosters in the Min…

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"YouTube Celebrities & Controversies" w/ Ali Macofsky 1:08:52

2M ago1:08:52

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Today we have comedian Ali Macofsky on to discuss the controversies surrounding today's American Royalty. That's right, the YouTube personalities. We ask if Hawk Tuah is innocent, figure out what's going on emotionally with the gay barstool fans, and we discover together what Brianna Chickenfry's whole deal is. And we dream of a future where maybe …

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Three months exploring resorts in Florida with George & Lisa. 37:58

2M ago37:58

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Send us a text Listen to George and Lisa as they tell you about the RV resorts they visited in Florida. Learn about all the interesting things they found out in their travels regarding casitas, lot sizes, rules and regulations. Why is Florida so popular with the snowbirds. Olde Florida Motorcoach Resort. https://oldefloridamotorcoachresort.com/ Cha…

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We're off and running (Guest: Jamie Arnold) 1:13:06

2M ago1:13:06

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The 2025 season is a week underway and the MLB Pipeline Podcast crew is ready to take a look at how prospects have been faring, both in the big leagues and the Triple-A level. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff kick things off by discussing the shaky start of No. 1 prospect Roki Sasaki and how well Red Sox phenom Kristian Campbell has been…

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Another Surprise Call-In Show! 1:03:29

2M ago1:03:29

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It is once again time to answer some calls from the most important people on the planet, our beloved listeners. And we'll let you in on a little secret: a whole additional hour of calls is already up on Patreon! You can always leave us a message at 385-GAY-GUYS, and you just might hear your voice on your favorite podcast. Tickets to George's specia…

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The Joys Of Opening Day 1:01:52

2M ago1:01:52

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The excitement of not one but two Opening Days this week -- MLB on Thursday, Triple-A on Friday -- drives the discussion on the latest edition of the Pipeline Podcast. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff begin by talking about what they're most interested in about this season, from Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki coming to the Major…

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"UFOs" w/ Roz Hernandez 1:22:38

2M ago1:22:38

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This week we have comedian and paranormal expert Roz Hernandez on the podcast to talk about our galactic neighbors who refuse to introduce themselves formally: UFO's. Why do they only go to rural areas? What's with all the probing? And what the hell are crop circles? Plus, we invent a new line of clothes for Everlane, discuss the difference between…

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Spring Breakout Breakdown (Guest: Nick Kurtz) 1:05:49

2M ago1:05:49

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The second edition of Spring Breakout is in the books and there were a ton of top prospect performances to recap. That's exactly what Jim Callis, Sam Dykstra, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff did on this week's episode, reviewing standout moments across the four-day event. From four of MLB's top 12 prospects homering in the Red Sox-Rays opener to th…

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The Fight for Pregnant Workers' Rights Isn't Over (with Dina Bakst) 32:48

2M ago32:48

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As we reckon with an administration hostile to equal rights, feminists will continue to fight. To help keep hope, we must remember and celebrate recent wins. One of those wins is the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, which took effect on June 27, 2023. This is a landmark piece of legislation that prohibits discrimination and ensures workplace accommod…

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"Toys" w/ Richard Perez 1:26:06

2M ago1:26:06

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This week Richard Perez returns to the podcast to talk about the topic of Toys, which is actually very personal to all of us because we actually played with toys when we were children. Today we're asking what happens when a boy likes a girl toy? What about when a boy just straight up likes trucks? And are some toys worth nearly dying for? Yes! Plus…

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Spring Breakout Breakdown (Guest: Sebastian Walcott) 1:14:20

3M ago1:14:20

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It's Spring Breakout week and the MLB Pipeline Podcast crew can barely contain their excitement. On this week's episode, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff do a deep dive and break down every matchup in the second year of Spring Breakout games that pit each team's best prospects against each other on one field at one time. They follow the …

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"Lady Gaga and the Concept Of Time Pt 2" w/ Amy Zimmer 1:27:23

3M ago1:27:23

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Five years ago, comedian, writer, and actress Amy Zimmer (Stress Positions, Problemista) first joined us to discuss the premiere of recording artist Lady Gaga's single "Rain on Me." Today she returns to the lab on account of the release of the album MAYHEM. All of it is addressed. STRAIGHTIOLAB MERCH: cottonbureau.com/people/straightiolab SUBSCRIBE…

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Reflecting on Trump's Immunity Win At The Supreme Court: Who Will Check The Trump Administration? 28:10

3M ago28:10

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In this episode, Dr. Michele Goodwin reflects on Trump v. United States. As Americans adjust to the myriad executive orders, firings of government employees, the gutting of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), plane crashes, threats to dismantle the Department of Education, and so much more under the Trump Administration,…

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The 411 on the new Top 30s (Guest: Jackson Jobe) 1:17:59

3M ago1:17:59

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As MLB Pipeline releases the brand-new 2025 Top 30 Prospects lists for all 30 organizations this week, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff spend the latest edition of the Pipeline Podcast breaking down the farm systems one by one. Tigers right-hander Jackson Jobe, the No. 5-ranked prospect in baseball, joins Jonathan for an interview, and t…

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"Sunburns" w/ Claudia O'Doherty 1:30:57

3M ago1:30:57

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Attention all dermotologists! Today we have Claudia O'Doherty to do your job for you and tell the world to wear sunscreen whether you are gay or straight. Plus, we explore the new ways that people are telling us to feel bad about our faces, Sam addresses the scowling rumors (of which there are many!), and we figure out how Australian people feel ab…

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Black History Month Rewind! I’m So Excited—with the Pointer Sisters 1:03:03

3M ago1:03:03

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As part of our Black History Month Rewind at Ms. Studios, we’re revisiting some of our favorite past episodes. In our final Rewind, we're revisiting an episode we recorded in 2021, celebrating Juneteenth with Fritz and Anita Pointer of the Pointer Sisters. In this joyous episode, host Michele Goodwin is joined by music icon Anita Pointer of the thr…

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