Best Justin Marsh Podcasts (2025)

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BFMD 379 - Trey Yesavage: World Series Legend 39:15

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3d ago39:15

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The Toronto Blue Jays are ONE win away from winning the 2025 World Series! Justin and Patrick return to break down the crazy three games that took place at Dodger Stadium. Game 3 was a 6 hour and 39 minute marathon that ended with a Freddie Freeman walk-off home run. Game 4 featured a Vladdy homer off of Shohei Ohtani and a brilliant performance by…

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Campaigns, Candidates, and Creemees (Special Crossover Episode) 45:50

3d ago45:50

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On this surprise bonus episode in between seasons, host Justin Marsh guests on the "There's No 'A' in Creemee" podcast hosted by Joanna Grossman and former Sen. Andy Julow (D-Grand Isle). The trio discusses campaigning, upcoming candidate trainings, and of course - creemees.By Justin Marsh

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#63 Jasmin 38:32

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Jasmin grew up as one of the few Black girls in a mostly white town. Senior year, she was voted Homecoming Queen and she finally felt accepted. But then, at the dance, they announced someone else's name. Jasmin has always wondered… What happened? Get ad-free episodes of Heavyweight by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. You'll …

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Sylvia Plath 27:06

5d ago27:06

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Lucy Jones, author of Matrescence, chooses the writer Sylvia Plath. Sylvia Plath was a precocious, prize-winning child,. Her mother had high expectations for her. Her father had died when she was 8 (but could have been saved if only he'd gone to see a doctor). When she was well, Plath was energetic, fun, bright, attractive, funny and incredibly sma…

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BFMD 378 - Barger's Blast & Yamamoto Deals 36:10

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The World Series is tied after two games. Game 1 saw the Toronto Blue Jays bats explode for a 9-run inning on route to an 11-4 win. The inning was punctuated by Addison Barger's pinch hit grand slam, the first in Series history. Game 2 saw the Los Angeles Dodgers rally back behind a Yoshinobu Yamamoto complete game and solo shots form Will Smith an…

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BFMD 377 - Bo is Back - World Series Preview 44:19

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Nearly 7 weeks after injuring his knee, Bo Bichette returns to the Toronto Blue Jays lineup just in time for game 1 of the WORLD SERIES! Justin and Patrick break down what this means for the Jays, the lineup, and for the series that will define the legacy of this Blue Jays core. The guys preview the pitching matchups for the first 2 games, and give…

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The Canal, the Crash and the Ketamine - Pushkin's Reign of Error 44:25

11d ago44:25

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Today, Jonathan joins his fellow Pushkin hosts for a special episode all about mistakes. Jonathan speaks with his friend, the writer Sheila Heti. Together, they muse on the cost of mistakes and whether we're really in control of how many we make. Plus, Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova from the podcast Risky Business give a gambler's take on the stra…

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BFMD 376 - Springer Dinger Sends Blue Jays to World Series 42:50

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The Toronto Blue Jays are going to the World Series! Justin and Patrick share their game 7 experiences, discuss how this Blue Jays team got here, and how they can win against the Los Angeles Dodgers. We'll be back again on Friday once the rosters are announced to preview games 1 and 2!

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Elizabeth Day on Hatshepsut 27:40

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"One of the things that she claimed was that her mother had been impregnated by the sun god Amon-Ra."Elizabeth Day's interest in the female pharaoh Hatshepsut was sparked by a trip to Egypt less than a year ago. What intrigued her was how this woman survived and thrived as ruler in a traditionally male role. Joining her in discussion is Professor J…

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#62 Stefano 33:52

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On her flight to emigrate from Italy in 1959, Anita was tasked with babysitting a two-year-old boy being brought to the US for adoption. During the flight, Anita fell in love with the child, and for the rest of her life, she wondered what became of him. Get ad-free episodes of Heavyweight by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. …

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BFMD 375 - Jays Drop First Two as Bats Struggle 54:13

19d ago54:13

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After two very disappointing games that saw the Jays score a total of 4 runs, Justin and Patrick review where the team is at and what they need to do in the next two games in Seattle to keep their season alive. The guys also spend 30 minutes making a pizza toppings tier list because why not?

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Comedian Stewart Lee on Derek Bailey 30:43

20d ago30:43

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"The area I mostly work in is generally known as free - the free music area. And free is one of those four letter words, like rock or jazz or punk maybe. It started out meaning something." Derek Bailey Born in 1930 in Sheffield, Bailey worked as a session musician in dance bands and orchestras before turning his back on that world. Free improvisati…

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BFMD 374 - 2025 ALCS Preview - Will Bo Be Back? 1:01:06

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The stage is set! The Toronto Blue Jays will host the Seattle Mariners for the ALCS. Justin and Patrick give their reaction to the news that Bo Bichette was seen running the bases, and the impact that his potential addition to the CS roster would have on the Jays lineup and defensive alignment. The guys discuss what the Mariners do well and how the…

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BFMD 373 - Blue Jays Bullpen Baffles Yankees to Win ALDS 49:24

24d ago49:24

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DAAAAA YANKEES LOSE! On the heels of a convincing 3-1 series win over the New York Yankees, Justin and Patrick look back at what the Toronto Blue Jays were able to do as a team to win the series in hostile territory. The guys discuss the top performers, the possibility of Bo Bichette returning for the ALCS, and the aftermath of game 4s locker room …

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Heavyweight Presents...The Moth 52:09

25d ago52:09

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On this episode, we’re giving the feed over to a podcast we know you’ll love—The Moth. The Moth is all about true stories told live. It showcases real people, from astronauts to actors, from teachers to truck drivers, getting up on stage and talking about their own lives in their own words. The stories run the gamut: funny, heartbreaking, enlighten…

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Jock Stein, first British football manager to win the European Cup 27:41

27d ago27:41

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Jock Stein, first British football manager to win the European Cup, picked by composer Sir James MacMillan and aided by Jock Stein’s biographer, Archie MacPherson. Jock Stein was manager of Celtic FC when they won the European Cup in Lisbon in 1967. He later died while managing Scotland in a world cup qualifier against Wales – the date, September 1…

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BFMD 372 - Yesavage, Vladdy & Varsho Give Blue Jays Commanding Series Lead Over Yankees 29:23

28d ago29:23

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With the Toronto Blue Jays up 2-0 and ONE win away from the American League Championship Series, Justin and Patrick discuss what were two wild games in Toronto. Vladdy and the bats broke out with an impressive power display, Gausman had a solid outting, and Trey Yesavage delivered a MASSIVE postseason debut in his 4th big league appearance. The Jay…

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BFMD 371 - 2025 ALDS Preview - Blue Jays vs Yankees 1:03:59

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The time has come. The Toronto Blue Jays will host the New York Yankees for the first 2 games of the best of 5 ALDS. Justin and Patrick recap the Wild Card round and predict the other division series winners before diving into the Jays vs Yankees. The guys discuss their keys to the Jays winning, and who to watch for in key situations. We'll be back…

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#61 The Bank Robber 38:10

1M ago38:10

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He had just turned 14 when he sawed off his father’s shotgun, skipped school, and robbed a bank for $40,000. Now, 33 years later, he wants to apologize to the people he harmed that day. Get ad-free episodes of Heavyweight by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. You'll also get an exclusive bonus episode where Jonathan, Stevie, a…

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Benjamin Franklin 26:59

1M ago26:59

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Matthew Parris heads to the house where Benjamin Franklin lived for almost 17 years to meet banker and philanthropist John Studzinski. Franklin was born in Boston when it was still a part of the British empire, ran away to Philadelphia and lodged near Charing Cross at 36 Craven Street in London for over a decade. He was an agent for the Pennsylvani…

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BFMD 370 - Kirk & the Bullpen Clinch the Division 58:06

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Justin and Patrick return to give instant reactions and analyis on the Blue Jays thrilling win to clinch the American League East. The guys discuss Alejandro Kirk's huge weekend, George Springer's MVP calibre season, and what lies ahead for this team after five days of rest. We will be back once we know who the Jays will play in the Division Series…

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#60 The Messenger 37:20

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As a senior in high school, Michael got a huge opportunity: the chance to star in a big-budget movie. Shooting wrapped; a premier date was set. And then he found out that his lucky break was all based on a lie. Get ad-free episodes of Heavyweight by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. You'll also get an exclusive bonus episode …

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Miles Jupp on JL Carr, author of A Month in the Country 27:28

1M ago27:28

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"I find his novels extraordinarily beautiful .. and they're an excellent length." Miles Jupp picks an author he loves, but knows little about. JL Carr was born in Yorkshire and was a teacher, mapmaker, and an eccentric. Joining the comedian in studio to discuss Carr is a man who knew him well - DJ Taylor - who paints a picture of a man who hated Lo…

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BFMD 369 - 2025 Postseason Clinched 1:24:30

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The Toronto Blue Jays have clinched a spot in the 2025 MLB postseason, the first American League team to do so. Justin and Patrick look into the team's recent struggles, and what's to come over the final week of the season. The baseball chat starts 40 minutes in, as Patrick decided that now was the time to talk about James Bond...…

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#59 Etta 36:08

2M ago36:08

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Gregor's parents are pushing 90. Gregor wants to move them out of their big Victorian home. But they refuse. So, he's come up with a bold plan. You can find Etta’s work on Instagram @ettabehrlich Get ad-free episodes of Heavyweight by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. You'll also get an exclusive bonus episode where Jonathan,…

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Helen Castor on Richard II 27:37

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Today's great life is possibly more famous as a Shakespearean character - King Richard II who was deposed by his cousin Henry Bolingbroke in 1399. He's been chosen by historian Helen Castor, author of The Eagle and the Hart, who shines a light on what really happened towards the end of his reign. Also helping is Professor Emma Smith who explains wh…

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BFMD 368 - The Yesavage is Coming 52:17

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Trey Yesavage is coming! The Blue Jays will be promoting their top prospect to start against the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday. The Jays are closing in on clinching both a postseason berth and a division title, and a visit to the pesky Rays stands in their way. Justin and Patrick recap the past couple of weeks, and take a look at the standings around th…

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DJ Deb Grant on John Prine 26:51

2M ago26:51

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DJ Deb Grant picks US mailman turned country-folk singer John Prine, whose beautiful songs captured the world in which he lived. Bob Harris, who first met him on the Old Grey Whistle Test, adds to the conversation. "I came to know him through him speaking about his own music - it's his character, his personality and his attitude that I fell for," s…

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BFMD 367 - Big One in the Bronx 47:30

2M ago47:30

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The Toronto Blue Jays head to the Bronx for a huge series with the New York Yankees that could be a deciding factor in the American League East division race. Justin and Patrick quickly recap the Reds series before diving in to the pitching matchups and keys to victory against the Yankees. The guys also talk donuts and CFL.…

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Trailer: Heavyweight Season 9 2:12

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A look at what’s to come this season. Heavyweight returns on September 18. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Pushkin+ subscribers can get all episodes ad-free! Sign up on the Heavyweight Apple show page or at pushkin.fm/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Pushkin Industries

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BFMD 366 - Will a Six Man Rotation Work? 1:11:21

2M ago1:11:21

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After somehow taking 2 of 3 games in Miami against the Marlins, the Blue Jays return home 21 games over the .500 mark. Justin and Patrick discuss where the team is at offensively, highlight a couple of bullpen arms, and discuss the six man rotation and potential playoff roster decisions.

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BFMD 365 - We Create Our Own Frankenstein Monster 47:16

2M ago47:16

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Justin and Patrick decide to largely ignore the series loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates and instead create their own baseball version of Frankenstein's monster. The guys choose different body parts to create the ultimate two-way player. Vladdy has a sore hamstring, Bieber Fever begins Friday, and Eric Lauer goes to the bullpen...for now.…

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BFMD 364 - Could Trey Yesavage Make His MLB Debut This Season? 39:49

3M ago39:49

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The Toronto Blue Jays won the series against the Chicago Cubs. Justin and Patrick break down the big moments such as Ernie Clement's HR on a missed bunt sign, Max Scherzer's fine outing, and Vladdy's go-ahead homer. The guys also discuss the hottest topic in Blue Jay Land: Trey Yesavage. With the Texas Rangers coming to town, the guys examine what …

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BFMD 363 - Dodgered a Bullet 1:06:01

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The Blue Jays managed to salvage a game vs the Dodgers that they did not deserve to win. Justin and Patrick discuss Jen Pawol making history over the weekend, the Blue Jays revised top 30 prospects, and preview a tough series at home against the Chicago Cubs.

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BFMD 362 - Mile High Mashers 48:24

3M ago48:24

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After laying a historic smackdown on the Rockies in Denver, the Blue Jays head to Hollywood to play Shohei and the Dodgers. Max Scherzer and Clayton Kershaw face off on Friday night in a battle of future first ballot Hall of Famers. Can the stars shine bright for the Jays, or will the Dodgers steal the spotlight?…

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When Love Leads | People of Faith at Work | S2E1 | Aaron Andrade 32:40

3M ago32:40

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In this conversation, Aaron Andrade shares his journey from growing up in Massachusetts to moving to Charlotte, where he found a community aligned with his values. He discusses his military experience, focusing on leadership and personal growth, and how these lessons translate into the corporate world. Aaron emphasizes the importance of faith in hi…

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BFMD 361 - Slip & Slide 42:33

3M ago42:33

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The Blue Jays are on a bit of a slide right now. The pitching has been inconsistent and the bats have slightly cooled. The good news? The Jays start a series with the Colorado Rockies - baseball's worst team - tonight in Denver. Justin and Patrick take a look at the standings, recent player performances, lineup juggling, and the upcoming schedule t…

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BFMD 360 - Fighting for First 47:12

3M ago47:12

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The Toronto Blue Jays once again won a series against the New York Yankees. The Jays are now 4 games up on their division rivals for 1st place in the AL East, and are only 1 game back of the Milwaukee Brewers for 1st in MLB. The Jays head on the road for 8 games in 7 days, starting with 4 in Detroit. The Tigers have a terrific starting rotation and…

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2025 Update: Dina 42:03

3M ago42:03

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It’s the last Heavyweight encore before our new season begins on September 18th! This week, we talk to Jonathan's mom about life in the years since her appearance in #15: Dina. During a visit back home, Jonathan’s mother Dina inadvertently admits something that forces him to question his past — and turn the mic on himself. Credits This episode was …

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BFMD 359 - Giant Start to the 2nd Half 55:19

4M ago55:19

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The Toronto Blue Jays enter MLB's "2nd Half" in the lead of the American League East. The upcoming schedule is a meat grinder as the Jays host the San Fransisco Giants and New York Yankees before a trip to Detroit to face baseball's top team. The guys discuss the draft, injury updates, potential spots to upgrade via trade, and the schedule ahead. W…

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2025 Update: Leif + A Conversation with Anna Konkle 55:17

4M ago55:17

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For our penultimate Heavyweight encore, we’re joined by Pen15 co-creator Anna Konkle to revisit last season’s junior high drama — #53: Leif. On Valentine’s Day in junior high, Leif was supposed to ask Kalila out. But he never did. Leif’s lack of action that day impacted Kalila’s life to come. And so seventeen years later, she wants to know: what ha…

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2025 Update: Joey 46:12

4M ago46:12

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This week, we check back in with Joey to answer everyone’s burning question: does he still have a mullet? Years ago, Joey had a very bad day — all due to awkward misunderstandings. Jonathan and Gregor get involved to help him set things right. Credits This episode was produced by Jonathan Goldstein, Kalila Holt, Peter Bresnan, and Stevie Lane, with…

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BFMD 358 - Streak Over, Bullpen Hurting 31:06

4M ago31:06

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The Blue Jays winning streak came to an end at 10 games. After the phenomenal run, Justin and Patrick discuss where the team is at. Ryan Burr left the game with a shoulder injury and looks likely to join fellow bullpen arms Nick Sandlin and Yimi Garcia on the IL. The guys discuss what Ross Atkins and company should be doing over the All Star break,…

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BFMD 357 - Barge and In Charge 45:26

4M ago45:26

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The Blue Jays have won seven in a row, including two walk-off wins, and are now 3 games ahead of the Yankees and Rays in the AL East. Addison Barger and George Springer continue to slug, and the Jays are getting huge contributions from guys like Braydon Fisher in the bullpen. The guys do some historical trivia, and preview the upcoming schedule. RI…

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2025 Update: The Marshes 53:36

4M ago53:36

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This week, we talk to Steve Marsh from our episode, The Marshes. The family has changed in ways they could never have guessed at when the story was first published in 2019. After a drunken slip of the tongue, Steve and his siblings discovered a secret their mother had been keeping for almost 40 years. Steve decides to step in and help his mom take …

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Sir Seretse Khama, first president of Botswana 27:43

4M ago27:43

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Seretse Khama was born in 1921 in Bechuanaland when it was still a British Protectorate. In 1966 he became Botswana's first president. In between he married a white Londoner, Ruth Williamson, was exiled by the British, and made to renounce his interest in succeeding as head of the Bangwato. It's an extraordinary and notable life, and he's been nomi…

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BFMD 356 - Time to Make a Big Trade? 1:01:36

4M ago1:01:36

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Coming off of a series win in Boston, Justin and Patrick take a look at where the Jays are at and preview a tough July schedule. Is it time for the team for the team to make a trade? The rotation could use added depth due to the age of the veteran players leading it, and the lineup could certainly use some more thump. Could the Pirates be a trading…

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BFMD 355 - Spicy Series Win in Cleveland 1:03:51

4M ago1:03:51

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After a series win that featured some spice, Justin and Patrick discuss relatiation for hit batters, Max Scherzer's return, and a trip to Fenway for a series with the struggling Red Sox. Should Mason Fluharty be sent to Buffalo? When can we expect to see Varsho, Garcia, Santander, and Burr back? The guys also take a look at a few notable prospects …

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2025 Update: Rose 47:12

4M ago47:12

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This week, we’re calling up one of our fan-favorite guests from season two: Rose. Almost twenty years ago, Rose was kicked out of her college sorority. “You know what you did,” was the only explanation she was ever given. All these years later, Rose still wants to know what it is she did. Credits This episode was produced by Jonathan Goldstein, Kal…

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Emily Williamson, co-founder of the RSPB 27:32

4M ago27:32

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For over a hundred years no one thought too much about the origins of the RSPB, but among its founders was a woman in Didsbury opposed to the use of feathers in fashionable hats. Emily Williamson was outraged by the widespread slaughter of egrets and the crested grebe. She had tried to join the all-male British Ornithological Union, and when that f…