Best Hal Blood Podcasts (2025)

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Through the Eyes of a Maine Guide Ep 3 | Noah Gilbert: Woods Wisdom Beyond his Years 34:55

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Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HCsTFRF9JSw On this episode Brandon sits down with Noah Gilbert to talk about how the next generation of guides are not to be underestimated. Noah already has a lifetime of great experience and stories from the north woods. The future is bright.

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Saturday Night’s Main Event + The Rock’s Entrance Music 50:18

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Saturday Night’s Main Event was the start of an incredibly busy wrestling Summer. There wasn’t much in terms of titles exchanging hands, but we did see the return of Bronson Reed for Seth Rollins’ unnamed stable. Plus Cody Rhodes is back! And he set up a Money in the Bank match with him and Jey Uso vs. John Cena and Logan Paul. Rerun: The Rock’s En…

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Kidney Policy Summer Preview: Mid-Year Developments & What's to Come (Policy Update May 2025) 20:25

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Hosts Tod Ibrahim and David White dive into the latest judicial and policy developments as they relate to kidney care and preview what to watch as we head into the summer rulemaking cycle.By American Society of Nephrology

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Big Woods Bucks Podcast Ep 169 | Guns and Ammo for the Big Woods 1:10:32

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Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMY1IPZnLwg In this episode, Hal and Lee dive into their go-to guns and ammo setups for hunting the Big Woods. From rifle preferences to bullet performance in dense cover, they break down what works—and why. If you're gearing up for your next…

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The Art of Entrance Music ft. Open Mike Eagle 52:21

12d ago52:21

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Our beloved Open Mike Eagle rejoins the Tights and Fights family! Of course Mike’s still busy watching a lot of wrestling. And because of that, he’s noticed a number of shortcomings in WWE, specifically in the main event scene. He’ll explain. Plus, he’ll tell us more about what he thinks is missing from the John Cena heel turn and why he’s so optim…

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Through the Eyes of a Maine Guide Ep 2 | Brandon Bishop on the origins of bear hunting in Maine 42:48

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Check out this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UoPsRN0Q2f4 On this episode Brandon sits down with Brandon Bishop to talk about the origins of the Maine bear hunt and some crazy adventures hunting and guiding in the big woods.

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WWE Backlash 2025 38:51

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Backlash is often regarded as the come-down show for WWE. There’s plenty to criticize; why is Gunther taking on Pat McAfee on his road back to the World Heavyweight Championship picture? And why is WWE intent on protecting Pat McAfee as an in-ring performer? Let’s not let that completely distract from the fun moments: Danielle gets to squee about J…

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Seth Freakin’ Rollins as the Top Guy 54:16

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Backlash weekend is upon us! Five matches doesn’t inherently make for a light card, but there it is a problem when one of those matches features Pat McAfee. Between that, the women’s tag title scene and maybe a few other things, there’s reason for pessimism in WWE. But there’s also a lot to enjoy– just take a look at Chelsea Green who hasn’t let he…

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Big Woods Bucks Podcast Ep 168 | What is the Big Woods? 1:08:06

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Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Re0GaDQk34 Join Hal and Lee as they talk about what makes the Big Woods the Big Woods. They cover where you can find them, different terrain features and food sources, and how to fine tune your hunting strategy when you get there. Learn more…

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Wrestling 101a 52:50

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We’ve barely had time to breathe after WrestleMania but on we go to Backlash. There haven’t been many matches announced, but things look really solid so far: Becky Lynch will go after Lyra Valkyria’s Intercontinental Title and Drew McIntyre and LA Knight will go after Jacob Fatu’s U.S. Title. And speaking of the U.S. Title— let’s mourn Chelsea Gree…

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Through the Eyes of a Maine Guide Podcast Ep. 1 | Four Season Guiding with Wade Kelly 1:13:02

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Join Brandon in camp and watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ki7pLlT20vI Join Brandon on this inaugural episode of the podcast as he discusses the challenges and adventure of four season guiding with a man who has done it all: Wade Kelly.

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Unpacking the Leak: FY26 HHS Passback and Kidney Health Implications (Policy Update April 2025) 18:52

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Host David White is joined by Dr. Dan Weiner, ASN Councilor and Council Liaison to ASN's policy committees, to discuss a leaked OMB "passback" document that outlines proposed significant cuts to the FY2026 HHS budget.By American Society of Nephrology

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WrestleMania 41 55:38

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The biggest weekend in wrestling has come and gone; and all anyone wants to talk about is how disappointed they were by that main event between Cody Rhodes and John Cena. And sure there’s disappointment between that, The Rock’s absence, and the Travis Scott of it all, there still was a lot of good too. New champions were crowned and we even had a r…

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WrestleMania 41 Preview 48:22

2M ago48:22

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It’s the biggest weekend in wrestling at last! And while we’d love to express our full joy at WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas, there’s no doubt that this build feels… a little weaker than the last few years. Maybe that’s due to the fact that the show is later on the calendar than usual; maybe it’s because WWE is focused on stars we’re less invested in…

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Big Woods Bucks Podcast Ep 167 | w/Caleb Lewis of Allagash Antlers 1:18:27

2M ago1:18:27

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Pull up a chair in camp and watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/x44wqrAFtOM Join Hal and Lee as they sit down with Caleb Lewis of Allagash Antlers. Caleb does a lot of shed hunting with his dogs and has turned it into a thriving business. He also filmed the most famous moose charge on the internet and has some great stories and perspect…

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Federal Leadership Confirmed: What It Means for Kidney Policy (Policy Update April 2025) 23:32

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Hosts Tod Ibrahim and David White discuss the recent federal confirmations at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and explore their potential impact on kidney health policyBy American Society of Nephrology

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nephSAP Guest Editor Interview: A Renaissance of Clinical Trials for IgA Nephropathy—Can the Same Occur for Membranous Nephropathy? 17:13

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In this episode, Martina McGrath, MD, FASN, talks with guest editors Laurence H. Beck, Jr., MD, PhD, and Joyita Bharati, MD, about their editorial "A Renaissance of Clinical Trials for IgA Nephropathy" from nephSAP, Vol. 24, No.1 on glomerular diseases.By American Society of Nephrology

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Las Vegas for WrestleMania ft. Sarah the Rebel & TK Trinidad 54:19

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We’re back after a successful Max Fun Drive! And now the WrestleMania card has begun to take shape. We’ll look into where things stand, what’s really hitting and what they need to fix with one week to go. The Main Event: For this segment we’re joined by TK Trinidad and Sarah The Rebel. We are so very close to WrestleMania weekend. And maybe you're …

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The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care Series: Infection prevention from the patient perspective (Guest: Quinetta Taylor, BCPA) 32:19

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This episode shares a personal experience with dialysis and emphasizes infection prevention. Speakers discuss challenges in avoiding infection, its impact on routines, steps to protect during dialysis, and the role of staff in reducing infection risk.By American Society of Nephrology

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The #MaxFunDrive aftermath -- Thank you! 3:05

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Producer Julian Burrell delivers a quick update on the aftermath of the MaxFunDrive and everything YOU helped make happen as a MaxFun member. If you're a MaxFun Member at ANY level and you want one or more of the great pins from this year that will benefit the Transgender Law Center, go to maximumfun.org/pinsale. Look forward to a lot of great cont…

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Big Woods Bucks Podcast Ep 166 | Big Woods Hunting and Videography with Scott Gaillard 1:14:19

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Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/nSTiwpDusJY Hal and Lee sit down with Scott to talk about becoming a big woods hunter, the peak and decline of the 7600, upcoming BWB videos and more on this episode of the podcast. Check out Scott's 2024 Maine hunt here: https://youtu.be/Snlupw1gqtA…

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The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care Series: Best practices for dialysis technicians related to infection prevention (Guest: Danilo Concepcion, CBNT, CCHT-A, FNKF) 38:59

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This episode covers maintaining water quality for infection control in hemodialysis. Topics include AAMI standards, monitoring water quality for safety, training staff on infection control for water systems, and addressing water treatment system issues.By American Society of Nephrology

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#MaxFunDrive Amnesty weekend -- A wrestling match at MaxFun HQ?! 12:53

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This episode is part of the #MaxFunDrive! If you love this show and want to help it continue, go to MaximumFun.org/join to become a MaxFun Member. A contribution of $5 a month goes so far and earns you great gifts. Including this pin that’s available for those who contribute at least $10 a month! And yes, the rumors are true: If we reach 200 new up…

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Kidney Advocacy in Action: A Day on Capitol Hill (Policy Update March 2025) 23:37

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Host Lauren Ahearn, Senior Quality & Regulatory Affairs Associate, is joined by Rachel Meyer, Strategic Policy Advisor, Dr. Suzanne Watnick, Policy & Advocacy Committee Chair, and Dr. Roz Mannon, Transplant Policy Committee Chair to discuss ASN's Hill DayBy American Society of Nephrology

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#MaxFunDrive Bonus: WrestleMania 13 ft. Dimitry Pompée 59:57

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This episode is part of the #MaxFunDrive! If you love this show and want to help it continue, go to MaximumFun.org/join to become a MaxFun Member. A contribution of $5 a month goes so far and earns you great gifts. It’s the return of Dimitry Pompée from the “Eurovangelists” podcast. He’s got an especially busy season supporting not one but TWO inte…

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#MaxFunDrive BoCo Preview 21:52

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This podcast is supported by our beloved MaxFun Members! You can help support this show for as little as $5 a month by going to Maximumfun.org/join. If you're already a member, considering boosting your membership by as little as a dollar more a month or upgrading to a higher tier to help the show out even more and earn great gifts in the process. …

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#MaxFunDrive Bonus: Red Carpet Conversations with The Bellas, RJ City, Renee Paquette, Swerve Strickland and more. 41:10

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This episode is part of the #MaxFunDrive! If you love this show and want to help it continue, go to MaximumFun.org/join to become a MaxFun Member. A contribution of $5 a month goes so far and earns you great gifts. Tights and Fights was recently invited to the Los Angeles premier of Queen of the Ring! On the red carpet the team spoke with a number …

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The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care Series: Infection Prevention Strategies Amongst In-Center and Home Dialysis Patients Related to Reducing Catheter-Related Blood Stream Infections (Guest ... 43:53

2M ago43:53

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In this second episode, experts standardize evidence-based policies to improve care, review CDC's nine Core Interventions to reduce BSI, address patient challenges in reducing BSI, and explore NHSN Dialysis Event training for better infection control.By American Society of Nephrology

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#MaxFunDrive Bonus: WWE 2K25 Review ft. Austin Taylor 21:39

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This episode is part of the #MaxFunDrive! If you love this show and want to help it continue, go to MaximumFun.org/join to become a MaxFun Member. A contribution of $5 a month helps goes so far and earns you great gifts. It’s time for us to take a look at the biggest wrestling game of the year: WWE 2K25! It’s a game so big that we’re joined once ag…

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Ep. 434: #MaxFunDrive – The 90s in wrestling 58:21

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This episode is part of the #MaxFunDrive! If you love this show and want to help it continue, go to MaximumFun.org/join to become a MaxFun Member. A contribution of $5 a month helps goes so far and earns you great gifts. We’re joined once again by our pal Austin Taylor from the wonderful podcast Secret Histories of Nerd Mysteries! He’s also a massi…

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Big Woods Bucks Podcast Ep. 165 | Life in the Allagash with Brandon Lane 1:11:02

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Pull up a chair with Hal and Lee and watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1igJJQR7ZeI Hal and Lee head north to meet with great guests like Brandon Lane. Brandon is the President of the Maine Professional Guides Association, and he and his wife own and operate Allagash Guide Service. They have all kinds of wild adventures up there, and y…

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#MaxFunDrive Bonus: Emily Bett Rickards – Queen of the Ring 19:43

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Ring the Bell; The #MaxFunDrive has officially begun! Now is the time to go to maximumfun.org/join to become a MaxFun Member! For as little as $5 a month, you can help support this show and get great gifts in the process. Emily Bett Rickards is the star of the new film Queen of the Ring. She plays Mildred Burke, one of the most influential wrestlin…

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The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care Series: Preventing Infections During Transitions of Care in Dialysis (Guest: Jeffrey Silberzweig, MD, FASN) 29:54

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The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care is a four-part series developed by the ASN Nephrologists Transforming Dialysis Safety (NTDS) initiative, led by Dr. Tushar Chopra. In episode one, experts discuss infection prevention and dialysis challenges.By American Society of Nephrology

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Hal and Danielle join MFD Spring Break 1:19:17

3M ago1:19:17

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It’s not MaxFunDrive without a wild kickoff spectacular! Former real-life VJ and host of MTV's Spring Break 1999, Dave Holmes, takes your favorite MaxFun hosts through some wacky ‘90s- and Spring Break-themed mini games!! Featuring: Dave Holmes, Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya, Dimitry Pompée, Tom Lum, Ellen Weatherford, Alex Schmidt, Brenda Snell, Drea…

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The #MaxFunDrive is coming! 2:18

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Producer Julian provides a brief update about what to expect from the #MaxFunDrive. If you want to help ensure Tights and Fights continues-- and earn great gifts in the process-- go the Maximumfun.org/join starting on March 17th. For as little as $5 a month you can become a MaxFun Member and get access to our BoCo library with hundreds of hours of …

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Shutdowns & Injunctions: Tracking Policy Changes from Capitol Hill to NIH (Policy Update March 2025) 15:33

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Hosts Tod Ibrahim and David White dive into the latest on the possible government shutdown, an injunction blocking NIH cuts, RFK Jr.'s public comment policy change, and changes to Department of Veterans Affairs.By American Society of Nephrology

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Big Woods Bucks Podcast Ep. 164 | Big Woods Hunting with Paul from Maine Outdoor Enthusiast 1:16:58

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Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4fWa--Lx-2o Join Hal and Lee as they sit down with Paul from Maine Outdoor Enthusiast to swap some great hunting stories, talk about their favorite gear, where the bucks are, preserving our hunting heritage and much more! Check out Paul's podcasts at www.ma…

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Ep. 433: Elimination Chamber 2025 + The John Cena Heel Turn 48:01

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Tights and Fights is on TikTok! New videos will be posted throughout the week. And to get ready for WrestleMania, check out our new Las Vegas themed shirts at MaxFunStore.com. It was an Elimination Chamber event for the ages! The women’s edition of the event started off with a wicked Jade Cargill heel run. Her attack on Naomi was sold BEAUTIFULLY b…

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Big Woods Bucks Podcast Ep. 163 | The Big Woods lifestyle with Brian and Cassie 1:14:46

3M ago1:14:46

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Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0txreG1XHBg On this episode Hal and Lee sit down with Brian and Cassie of Maine Wild Harvest Co and talk about living the Big Woods lifestyle, including hunting, fishing, trapping and foraging.

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Ep. 432: The Rock vs. Cody Rhodes 55:00

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Tights and Fights is on TikTok! New videos will be posted throughout the week. And to get ready for WrestleMania, check out our new Las Vegas themed shirts at MaxFunStore.com. Happy Elimination Chamber day! The team picks their favorite choices for winners on the big day as the WrestleMania card finally comes into focus. But there are actually a nu…