Best Marc Blackburn Podcasts (2025)

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Marc Blackburn, NPS Historian and Interpreter, Joins Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman on Reflections on Interpretation! 33:27

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Born and raised in California, Marc Blackburn’s love of history led him to the Pacific Northwest, where he earned a B.A. in history from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington. Inspired by a passion for teaching and the complexities of the American experience, he pursued graduate work at Temple University in Philadelphia. There, under …

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Matt Villamaino Joins Tim Merriman and Bill Gwaltney Today on Reflections on Interpretation 49:44

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Matt Villamaino has worked in the interpretive field for over 15 years, not counting the dinosaur museum he and a friend started in his basement at age 8. He currently works for the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation as the Regional Interpretive Coordinator for the Central Region. He is a Certified Interpretive Trainer, Planner…

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170: Reform and Revitalization: The Rise of the Modern Navy, Pt. I 23:49

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Perhaps one of the most prominent aspects of this period is the rise of the steel navy. After several decades of decline, the navy made a bold move and built a small fleet of steel warships. There was a growing, often fractious, political consensus that the navy needed to move forward. The move toward steel ships triggered the evolution of the Amer…

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Mark Bowen | How City almost signed Messi, Palace WON the FA Cup & Europa League Final Combined XI! 1:13:55

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Former Reading head of football operations Mark Bowen is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Mark Bowen sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from the HUGE Europa League final to how close Manchester City were to signing Lionel Messi? Mark and Sam talk about the recent…

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David Larsen's Legacy for Interpretive Training 1:10:02

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David Larsen (1960-2011) was a National Park Service Interpretive Ranger who became the Manager of Interpretive Training with National Park Service (NPS) at The Mather Employee Development Center. After many years as a frontline interpreter at sites such as the the Vietnam Memorial and Harper's Ferry National Historic Park, David stepped up to beco…

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Big Sam's SHOCK Manager of the Season Pick, Overachievers & His Biggest Flop REVEALED! 1:00:32

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Natalie and Sam sit down and discuss all things football from the upcoming FA Cup final to Big Sam's Big Awards in this latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Natalie and Sam talk about Nottingham Forest's owner entering the pitch to confront Nuno Espirito Santo and why they're having a fantastic season regardless of their recent dip in form. T…

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Simon Grayson | Leeds United's Promotion Party & Why Ollie Watkins should FORCE Arsenal move!! 48:39

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Former Blackpool, Leeds, Huddersfield, Preston, Sunderland, Bradford, Fleetwood, Bengaluru and Lalitpur City manager Simon Grayson is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Simon Grayson sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from Leeds' incredible title winning season to …

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169 Reform and Revitalization: The Endicott and Taft Eras of Harbor Defense 27:20

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In this episode we take a look at Harbor Defense in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. One of the most consistent missions of the US Army since the founding of the republic was defending the nation's harbors. The Civil War demonstrated that the granite of bricks of yore were outclassed by modern weapons. After a period of stagnation…

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Tim Merriman is interviewed by Bill Gwaltney about the HEART Train the Trainers Program 22:43

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Today Tim Merriman is interviewed by Bill Gwaltney about the HEART Train the Trainers Program. This innovative new training program for the fundamentals of the interpretive approach to communication began in October of 2024 and is now being used by many experienced trainers as a more affordable approach to training new hires, seasonal guides, docen…

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Neil Warnock's Ultimate XI | Adel Taarabt WALKED OUT when he didn't win Player Of The Season at QPR! 12:27

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Neil Warnock sits down with Sam Allardyce & Natalie Pike to discuss the players who make his Ultimate XI! How would Neil's prime Ultimate XI perform in the current Premier League and do you agree with his selection?By No Tippy Tappy Football with Sam Allardyce

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Rudy Gestede | Venkys' Ownership of Blackburn, Recruitment Plans and Rebuilding Fan Trust 53:21

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Current Blackburn Rovers head of football operations Rudy Gestede is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Rudy Gestede sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things Blackburn from his appointment as head of football operations to what are the future aims for the club. Rudy and Sam talk …

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Toby Merriman Talks Story about Artificial Intelligence with Interpretive Trainers 1:09:08

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Toby Merriman is the Acting Director of Center for Virtual Expression at Southern Illinois University (SIU). He and his staff assist faculty at SIU in the uses of Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality and Gamification in teaching university students, who so readily employ these new tools. Join Monique Thompson, Clark Hancock, Rosemary Prince, An…

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Sammy Lee | United's Keeper Issues, Ange's Future In Doubt & Is Salah Liverpool's GREATEST player? 57:26

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Former Bolton, Liverpool, Southampton, England, Crystal Palace, Everton & West Brom coach Sammy Lee is our next returning special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Sammy Lee sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from his relationship as Sam's right hand man to why Mo Salah is one of …

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168 Reform and Revitalization: Emory Upton Part II 29:34

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In this episode we will continue and conclude our discussion of Emory Upton. We left off with the beginning of Upton's around the world journey. Upton traveled overseas on a mission to observe the armies of Asia and Europe. It was an important time for Upton. His observations of some of the most modern and, in his mind, backwards armies of the worl…

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George Boateng | Big Sam's Managerial Tips & Why Simon Jordan is WRONG about Marcus Rashford! 50:44

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George Boateng sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from his playing days in the Premier League to making those first steps towards becoming a manager. George and Sam talk about getting into football management, football styles of play and why you need to be able to adapt to stay in the game long term. T…

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Trainers Talk Story on Reflections on Interpretation with Tim Merriman and Bill Gwaltney 1:15:22

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Interpretive Trainers are our guests this week on Reflections on Interpretation: Talking Story with Guides and Interpreters. Karin Hostetter, Robert Smith, Jamie Hubert, Clark Hancock, Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman discuss the economic changes affecting training, the challenges of training large numbers of docents, seasonal workers and frontline s…

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Billy Davies | The Derby vs Forest Rivalry, The Future of Reading & Why Leeds NEED to drop Meslier! 1:04:15

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Former Motherwell, Preston, Derby & Nottingham Forest manager...Billy Davies is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Billy Davies sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from his time managing Derby & Nottingham Forest to why Leeds are starting to slip at bit in the Champ…

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NPS (former) Director Bob Stanton Talks Story with Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman 50:06

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With nearly four decades of experience with the National Park Service (NPS), Robert G. Stanton has an unmatched depth of experience about the Agency from top to bottom. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, Robert Stanton’s experience growing up in an African American community and the need to deal with Race and Racism brought a special focus to his life and …

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Ultimate XI with Bryan Robson | Is this the GREATEST Manchester United team of all time??? 8:54

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Bryan Robson sits down with Sam Allardyce & Natalie Pike to discuss the players who make his Manchester United Ultimate XI! How would Bryan's prime Ultimate XI perform against the current Manchester United team and do you agree with his selection?By No Tippy Tappy Football with Sam Allardyce

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Charlie Adam's Ultimate XI | Luis Suarez & Jamie Carragher used to kick LUMPS out of each other!!! 12:22

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Charlie Adam sits down with Sam Allardyce & Natalie Pike to discuss the players who make his Ultimate XI! How would Charlie's prime Ultimate XI perform in the current Premier League and do you agree with his selection?By No Tippy Tappy Football with Sam Allardyce

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Connie Rudd, Former NPS Interpreter and Superintendent Talks Story with Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman 40:45

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Born during a snowstorm in Ft. Riley, Kansas, Connie's adventurous spirit was kindled from the start. This early connection to winter led to a passion for sled dog racing with her purebred Samoyed team, a venture she pursued for 20 years across the United States. Raised in Athens, Ohio, Connie developed a love for reading that sparked her imaginati…

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Retro Rewind | Big Sam REACTS To Classic Football Shirts Throughout His Career! 45:14

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Big Sam & Natalie sit down for a different kind of episode as they take walk down memory lane thanks to our friends at Classic Football Shirts. Sam and Natalie react to various shirts from Sam's playing career including his 1978 second division title with Bolton Wanderers as well as from his time in America with the Tampa Bay Rowdies. We then move …

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Andy Townsend | Maresca is WASTING Palmer, Living with Paul Gascoigne & Salah to win the Ballon d'Or 1:03:57

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Former Southampton, Norwich, Chelsea, Aston Villa, Middlesbrough, West Brom and Ireland midfielder Andy Townsend is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Andy Townsend sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from being a voice on the iconic FIFA video games to living with …

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167 Reform and Revitalization: Emory Upton Part I 27:40

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We are continuing our exploration of professionalization and what kind of Army would emerge through a long period of introspection. In this episode we are going to explore these issues through the eyes of Emory Upton. A protege of William T. Sherman, Upton's experiences in the Civil War would trigger an intense interest in tactics and the shape of …

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John Steinle, Museum Curator and Living History Specialist, Talks Story with Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman 45:38

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John Steinle, originally from Hamilton, Ohio, earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Dayton. After several years as a commercial artist, he switched careers to history. He obtained a master’s degree in Museum and Archival Management from Wright State University and worked as a Curator and Archivist at the Cincinnati Art Museum and …

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Phil Jones | United Fans Are The BEST In The World, Calls With Sir Alex & DREAM To Manage Blackburn! 1:06:14

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Former Blackburn & Manchester United defender Phil Jones is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Phil Jones sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from making his debut under Sam at Blackburn to signing for Sir Alex Ferguson and Manchester United. Phil and Sam talk about…

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Phil Thompson | Soccer Saturday Fallout, THAT Robbie Fowler Feud & Big Sam Slams The Venky’s!!! 1:01:27

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Former Soccer Saturday pundit & Liverpool Phil ‘Thommo’ Thompson is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Phil Thompson sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from why anyone can win the FA Cup to those Soccer Saturday glory days. Phil and Sam talk about his time working …

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Michael Watson, Former NPS Chief of Interpretation, Talks Story with Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman 42:52

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Michael Watson began his career as a High School Intern at a Minute Man Missile Plant, a Mister Softee Ice Cream Truck Driver, 4-H Camp Naturalist, and Naturalist at Burr Oak State Park (OH). After graduating from The Ohio State University (1967), he became a Science Teacher in the Marion (OH) Public School System (1967-1971). His National Park Ser…

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Alan McInally | Soccer Saturday Secrets, EXCITING Rashford Signing & Why Celtic Fans Are The BEST! 41:39

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Former Ayr United, Celtic, Aston Villa, Bayern Munich & Kilmarnock forward, Alan McInally is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Alan McInally sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from Aston Villa's super season to why Celtic fans are the best in the world. Alan and S…

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166: Reform and Revitalization: Professionalization 23:20

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We are continuing our exploration of reform and revitalization of the US Army in the decades after the end of the Civil War. This is a critical topic that deserves some coverage if you want to understand the army’s performance in the future. One of the trends that emerged in this time period was an acceleration of moving the army toward a more prof…

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Tore Andre Flo | The PRESSURE Of Playing For Rangers, Genius Gianfranco Zola & Love For Leeds United 1:03:30

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Former Chelsea, Rangers, Sunderland, Leeds & Norway forward, Tore Andre Flo is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Tore Andre Flo sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from his time at Chelsea to the rise of Erling Haaland. Tore and Sam talk about his time at Chelsea a…

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Rob Pacheco, Hawaii Forest & Trail Founder, Talks Story with Tim Merriman and Bill Gwaltney 43:20

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Rob Pacheco's journey began in California, where he spent his formative years assisting a local beekeeper and fostering a deep curiosity for the nature around him. At the University of Colorado, Rob enrolled in a multi-disciplinary environmental program while beekeeping for researchers studying honey bee genetics. He moved to the Big Island of Hawa…

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Rene Meulensteen | DANGEROUS Amorim quotes, Bruno is NEVER a captain & Big Sam back to Bolton!? 52:12

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Former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen is our returning special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Rene Meulensteen sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from Manchester United's tactics to would Sam return to Bolton? Rene and Sam talk about the current state of Bolton Wander…

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Karl Robinson | Facing Off Against Pep Guardiola, The Art Of Scouting & Would Sam return to Bolton? 1:05:44

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Salford City manager Karl Robinson is our returning special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Karl Robinson sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from Salford's recent FA Cup tie against Manchester City to why Scouting is an art form. Karl and Sam talk in great depth about preparing …

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ET Collinsworth, Cowboy Poet and Storyteller, Talks Story with Tim Merriman and Bill Gwaltney 43:59

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Join Tim Merriman and Bill Gwaltney on Reflections on Interpretation: Talking Story for an engaging conversation with author, photographer, mule packer, storyteller, and cowboy poet E.T. Collinsworth. Together, they will explore E.T.'s remarkable life, adventures, and experiences on both sides of the border. E.T. Collinsworth hails from Tennessee b…

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Charlie Adam | Why Trent Will LEAVE Liverpool, Becoming A Manager & Ian Holloway’s Teddy Bears! 59:07

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Former Rangers, Blackpool, Liverpool, Stoke, Reading & Dundee midfielder Charlie Adam is our special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Charlie Adam sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from his time in the Premier League to his most recent role as Fleetwood Town manager. Charlie and…

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Updated PL Prediction | Man City Fall Off, Forest To Finish In Europe & Who Can Stop Liverpool? 23:43

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Former Portsmouth, Swindon, Brentford, Stoke, Leeds, Luton, Sheffield United & Bradford forward Chris Kamara is our special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Chris Kamara sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to look back on our pre-season predictions as well as give updated thoughts on the current Premier League …

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Walt Dabney, Former NPS Superintendent, Talks Story with Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman 52:27

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Immerse yourself in an enlightening conversation with Walt Dabney, a distinguished former National Park Service Superintendent, NPS Chief Ranger, and ex-Director of Texas State Parks. Walt's illustrious career spans decades, marked by his significant contributions to both our cherished National Parks and the Texas State Parks system. Early in his t…

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Chris Kamara | Phone Calls From Jose Mourinho, Jokes With Roy Keane & The PERFECT Christmas Dinner! 1:17:36

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Former Portsmouth, Swindon, Brentford, Stoke, Leeds, Luton, Sheffield United & Bradford forward Chris Kamara is our special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Chris Kamara sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from his playing days against Sam to his legendary career in television. Ch…

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Susan Marie Frontczak, Living History Interpreter, Talks Story with Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman 46:48

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This week on Reflections on Interpretation: Talking Story with Guides and Interpreters our guest is Susan Marie Frontczak. Storysmith® Susan Marie Frontczak's deeply researched Living History programs are the center of her repertoire. In her programs as Marie Curie, Mary Shelley, Eleanor Roosevelt, Irene Castle, Erma Bombeck and Clara Barton, Susan…

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James Allcott | How To STOP Arsenal's Corners, Chelsea ARE Title Contenders & More Man United Drama! 1:03:13

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James Allcott sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from stopping Arsenal's corners to life as a QPR fan. James and Sam talk about the recent on & off the field issues with both Manchester Clubs including INEOS' decision to sack Dan Ashworth, increase children's tickets and continue making staff redundanc…

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Steve Round | Working With Mikel Arteta, Moyes Back To Everton & Is Van Dijk The BEST Defender? 58:41

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Former Derby, Middlesbrough, England, Newcastle, Everton, Manchester United & Arsenal assistant coach Steve Round is our special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Steve Round sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from working with Mikel Arteta at Arsenal to learning from the legendar…

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165 Reform and Revitalization: The Military and Civil Disorder II 21:15

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In this episode, we will continue our story on the military's response to civil unrest. As we spoke of in the previous episode, we concentrated on how and why the National Guard and the US Army responded to civil disorders. We focused on the 1877 strike and in this episode we will talk about the Pullman strike and other actions as the nineteenth ce…

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Dr. Lonnie Bunch, Secretary of Smithsonian Institution, Talks Story with Bill Gwaltney 57:19

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Reflections on Interpretation: Talking Story with Interpreters and Guides was honored to recently interview Dr. Lonnie G. Bunch III, the 14th Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution—and its first African American and first historian to hold the position. Born in Newark, New Jersey, in 1952 to educators Lonnie II and Montrose Bunch, Dr. Bunch earne…

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Clinton Morrison | Pep Guardiola Is STAYING, Big Sam To Manage Messi & Have De Bruyne's Legs Gone? 58:41

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Former Crystal Palace, Birmingham, Coventry, Sheffield Wednesday, Colchester & Exeter forward Clinton Morrison is our special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Clinton Morrison sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from working on Soccer Saturday with Paul Merson to fall outs with Ne…

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Juan Castaing, Chilean Interpretive Guide and Trainer Talks Story with Tim Merriman 42:38

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Juan Castaing, a Chilean Interpretive Guide and Trainer, specializes in heritage interpretation, media and hospitality services. He has been combining ecotourism and communication for more than 20 years. His expertise lies in effectively communicating and managing cultural experiences, particularly those blending nature and culture. Castaing offers…

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Asmir Begovic | Sean Dyche's Punishment Wheel, Everton Expectations & Big Sam CALLS OUT Glenn Hoddle 1:09:34

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Former Portsmouth, Stoke, Chelsea, Bournemouth, AC Milan, QPR & Current Everton goalkeeper Asmir Begovic is our special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Asmir Begovic sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from winning the Premier League to returning to Everton to support Jordan Pick…

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164 Reform and Revitalization: The Military and Civil Disorder, Part I 28:28

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We are back! Our series on the reform and revitalization of the American military continues with a focus on how the military responded to civil disorder. The rise of the factory system and the industrialization of the United States changed the economic landscape of the nation. Wage earners, feeling powerless at time of rampant profits as well as li…

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Kathe Hambrick, Author & Interpreter, Talks Story with Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman 52:46

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Kathe Hambrick is Executive Director of the Amistad Research Center in Louisiana. In this role, Hambrick sees an opportunity to mentor and shape a new generation of curators, archivists, and digitization specialists. The mission of the Amistad Research Center is to "collect, preserve, and provide access to original documents that highlight the soci…

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Wes Brown | What To Expect From Ruben Amorim, Why It's Bad News for Rashford & Tactical Breakdown! 57:57

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Former Manchester United, Sunderland & Blackburn Rovers defender Wes Brown is our special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Wes Brown sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football Erik ten Hag’s sacking to the soon to be announced replacement of Ruben Amorim. Wes and Sam talk about their tho…