Best The Two Man Rotation Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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

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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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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

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

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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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UNLOCKED - Premium Episode 4 - Miracle Mineral Mud and Vaccine Extraction 44:08

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While we are busy preparing for Skepticon here's a rerun from the good old days when life was simpler and all we had to worry about was a bit of a pandemic. Here's the Skepticon blurb: Attention Melbournians - SKEPTICON IS ON THIS WEEKEND! Yes folks we are finally doing a live podcast. Time to crack out the snake oil dispenser and drink a pint of p…

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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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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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The Two Jacks - Episode 127 - Net Zero, Net Loss: Climate Politics Reshaping the Right 1:23:30

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AI slop shownotes as usual. Enjoy! Opening Segment (00:00 - 02:00) Personal catch-up between the hosts Hong Kong Jack celebrates a major birthday in Macau with surprise family visit Discussion of Hong Kong-Macau travel via new bridge/tunnel (1 hour 20 minutes door-to-door) Major Discussion Topics Australian Politics - Coalition Crisis (02:00 - 15:3…

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Episode 197 - March for Australia - Part 3 with Dave 51:24

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These AI slop shownotes are very funny. Third and final part of the series. Enjoy! PS - apologies for the delay on this release. It's still well worth the listen. I wanted to give it a proper edit but life is on ultra hard mode at the moment so it's going up in all its unvarnished glory! Joel Hill welcomes listeners to the Condition Release Program…

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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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The Two Jacks - Episode 126 - Bike Lanes, Black Markets, and Boris Files 1:33:32

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Episode Summary Episode 126 delivers comprehensive analysis of Australian and international news, politics, and sport. The hosts tackle everything from sovereign citizen movements and government policy disasters to AFL finals and international political chaos, maintaining their trademark blend of serious analysis and wry humor. Listener Corresponde…

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Episode 196 - March for Australia - Part 2 with Yaakov Aharon 1:22:12

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Here is part two of the MFA series. You can find the works mentioned in this pod at: https://michaelwest.com.au/author/wendybacon/ But his profile is: https://michaelwest.com.au/author/yaakov-aharon/ Enjoy!By Jack the Insider and Joel Hill

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Episode 195 - March for Australia Part 1 with Jimmy Garnet 51:27

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Some good friends of the podcast went to the so called 'March for Australia' in Sydney and have joined us to share their observations. First up is Jimmy Garnet who does an excellent impersonation of a boomer normie. Enjoy!By Jack the Insider and Joel Hill

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Episode 194 - Hell in H Division with Ray Mooney 1:04:34

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In this the second part of Jack's interview with Ray Mooney, Ray speaks of the hell of Pentridge's H Division where prison officers routinely bashed inmates. Ray speaks of the Jenkinson inquiry parliamentary inquiry which delivered no justice but ended the careers of some especially sadistic prison officers but the hell in H Division continued. Ray…

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BFMD 367 - Big One in the Bronx 47:30

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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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The Two Jacks - Episode 125 - Manhunts, Defamation & Democracy—Chaos Across Continents 1:35:11

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Oh man the AI slop shownotes this week are awful but I have a puppy and law school to do so this is getting low effort. Enjoy! DETAILED SHOWNOTES Summary: The Two Jacks break down the week’s true news rollercoaster: Victoria’s police tragedy, sovereign citizen threats, major legal tussles, global politics, social developments, and the surging final…

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

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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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Episode 193 - Milat - Age Checks - Gaetzy - Aug 31 - 4 corners - PETE! 1:37:59

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It has been a busy time on the right wing fringe of politics with a lot of dickheads having tantrums for reasons we can't fathom and they can't articulate. It's been a lot! But first up we have the very much not right wing but still slightly fringe tale of Jeremy Buckingham's search for truth regarding Ivan Milat's actual body count. The problem is…

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The Two Jacks - Episode 124 - Stadiums, Surface Wars, and the Cost of Cutting Corners 1:34:58

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As usual, AI slop shownotes for anyone who wants to read them. Enjoy! In this packed episode of The Two Jacks, Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack cut through a huge week in politics, policy, and sport. They kick off with life on the bike lanes and the four‑day work week debate before diving into Australia’s productivity roundtable: where progress …

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The Two Jacks - Episode 123 - Patterson, Palestine & Pendlebury: Crime, War and the Business End of Footy 1:38:22

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As usual, AI slop shownotes for anyone who wants to read them. Enjoy! ----------------------------------------------- Content warning: violent crime, child deaths, war, famine, and historical mass-casualty events. — Description — Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack cover a packed week: the Erin Patterson verdict and sentencing expectations; the Fol…

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

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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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Episode 192 - Conspiracy Nation with Ariel Bogle and Cam Wilson 44:52

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Wasn't going to use AI slop for shownotes this time but these are quite good! But you know who the authors are, you know the book and if you haven't already - buy it! It's genuinely good. and remember you get 10% off delicious tins at https://cbco.beer/ and if you want to keep this thing going - and like naughty bonus episodes - please support us a…

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

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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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The Two Jacks - Episode 122 - Tasmania’s Numbers Game, Nazi Clowns, and Gaza’s No-Good Options 1:40:08

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As usual, AI slop shownotes. They're all about 30 seconds off due to theme music. Enjoy! The Jacks start in Hong Kong’s downpour before unpacking Tasmania’s post‑election arithmetic and a machete “amnesty” with bins outside cop shops. They wade through protests, policing, and the far‑right’s antics, then dig into the Gareth Ward case and the thorny…

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Episode 191 - The Murder Business with Emily Webb 1:23:01

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Emily Webb joins Jack to talk about her new book, Murder in the Suburbs. Talk turns to Erin Patterson and the Leongatha Mushroom Murders, the truth about murder and the often lurid business of True Crime reporting. Support us at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theconditionalreleaseprogram Buy Emily's book: https://www.bigskypublishing.com.au/books…

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BFMD 362 - Mile High Mashers 48:24

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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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The Two Jacks - Episode 121 - The Cunning Stunts and Blunt Instruments of July: Debt, Diplomacy & Dramas 1:34:32

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The episode title is completely ridiculous. Thanks, ChatGPT 4.1. Also it thinks Jack is me. I'm not here to change that. Any of you people seen us in the same room? Yeah, I thought so. 🏄‍♂️ Episode Overview This round of The Two Jacks is a beaut: Joel (Jack the Insider) and Jack (Hong Kong Jack) serve up their signature Aussie banter and sharp inte…

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BFMD 361 - Slip & Slide 42:33

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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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Episode 190 - Who Killed 'Lizard' Locksley? With Ray Mooney 1:15:48

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Playwright, author, artist and former resident at HM Pentridge Prison, Ray Mooney sits down with Jack to discuss an infamous case, the murder of Raymond Francis 'Lizard' Locksley in 1979. Locksley's body was found with multiple gunshot wounds in Menai in Sydney's west. Melbourne criminal Christopher Dale Flannery was charged with the murder, he wen…

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The Two Jacks - Episode 120 - Voting at 16, Planes in Peril - Typhoons, Polls & Power Plays 1:31:27

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The deep thinking ChatGPT model O3 has done some properly fine work on these shownotes. Behold the slop. Enjoy! A T10 typhoon batters Hong Kong while political storms swirl from Canberra to Westminster. Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack break down Australian polling shocks, UK voting reforms, Middle-East flashpoints, the tangled Epstein files, an…

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BFMD 360 - Fighting for First 47:12

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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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Episode 189 - Epstein - Cookers - Tredrea - Zippy! 1:17:12

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UPDATE – TRUMP’S ATTEMPT TO GET A FRIENDLY JUDGE IN A CONSERVATIVE JURISDICTION HAS FAILED MISERABLY AND HE GOT A GAY OBAMA APPOINTEE LOL https://www.thedailybeast.com/obama-judge-gets-trump-lawsuit-over-spicy-epstein-letter/ They will probably use this as an excuse to withdraw the lawsuit which they would not only lose but be irreparably humiliate…

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

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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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Episode 188 - Beck's Story 1:02:03

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Beck Rogers is a 41-year-old wife and mother living in suburban Melbourne. She has decided to share her story - one of protracted sexual abuse, manipulation and coercive control at the hands of her father over more than three decades. Beck had the courage to persist and the courage to finally the end the abuse. She is telling her story in interview…

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The Two Jacks - Episode 119 - Cancer Breakthroughs - Child Safety Failures - Victorian Politics and Anti-Semitism - Reflections on 7/7 1:33:01

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Overview: In this episode, Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack discuss a wide array of topics ranging from breakthrough medical treatments to global politics, crime, sports, and cultural events, providing insightful commentary and analysis. Topics Discussed: Breakthrough in Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Discussion on Peter Moulding's miraculous recov…

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BFMD 358 - Streak Over, Bullpen Hurting 31:06

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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

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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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Episode 187 - The Pain of ME/CFS 1:43:05

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Jack interviews Peter McCluskey - a full time carer and volunteer with EMERGE Australia, a support group for sufferers of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), a complex, long-term illness characterised by severe fatigue that is not relieved by rest, joint pain, multiple food allergies, dizziness, sensitivity to light, touch …

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

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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

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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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The Two Jacks - Episode 118 - Diplomatic Facepalms & Footy Failures: The Jack-off We Didn’t Deserve 1:22:10

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So the episode title is courtesy of ChatGPT and proof that AI is not going to replace us - yet. What? Anyway here's more AI slop. I didn't see the episode 117 but I'm on holiday so I am doing it later.By Jack the Insider and Joel Hill

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BFMD 354 - Jays Take Two from D-Backs 50:18

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Behind strong pitching from Bassitt and Lauer as well as two big home runs from Bichette and Barger, the Toronto Blue Jays were able to take two of three from the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Jays remain in the second American League Wild Card spot as the season nears the halfway point. Justin and Patrick discuss lineup construction, Kevin Gausman's s…

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Episode 186 - RIP Denis - Minnesota Motives - Cooker Update 1:50:04

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No AI slop shownotes (as is now tradition) because I did this edit in two parts. But basically Jack sees off his mate Denis Ryan who listeners will know was a Ballarat detective who fought the church to stop child sex offending and was harshly punished for his good deeds. We also look at the idiots saying the Minnesota assassinations were 'left win…

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The Two Jacks - Episode 116 - Media Meltdown, Super Tax, Housing Headaches, and Trump's Power Plays 1:37:47

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This episode of "The Two Jacks," with Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack, covers a range of topics including the struggles of free-to-air television in Australia, the proposed superannuation tax on high balances, the complexities of housing affordability and development approvals, and the political landscape in the United States, particularly rega…

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The Two Jacks - Episode 115 - Mildura Mafia, Black Eyes, and the Occasional Riot 1:29:43

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This episode of 'The Two Jacks' features Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack discussing a range of topics. A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to the story of former Victoria Police detective Denis Ryan and his fight for justice against clerical abuse, detailed in the book Unholy Trinity. They also touch upon Australian and internatio…

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BFMD 353 - Captain Kirk Sweeps the Cards 1:10:42

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Justin and Patrick return after a Blue Jays sweep of the Cards to highlight what has been going right, and what lurks in the darkness for this club. Alejandro Kirk is red hot, the home runs have started to come, and the pitching staff is bending but not breaking. The guys also do a soda pop tier list.…

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BFMD 352 - Jays Top Phillies, Mitch Keller a Trade Target? 39:46

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After the Toronto Blue Jays completed a THUMPING of the Philadelphia Phillies, Justin and Patrick break down what went right in the series win. Alejandro Kirk and Ernie Clement can't stop hitting, the bullpen has been teriffic, and Chris Bassitt and Jose Berrios were excellent. The Jays are now firmly in the Wild Card race and head to Minnesota to …

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BFMD 351 - Barger & Clement Lead Jays in Sweep of A's 47:36

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The Toronto Blue Jays are back at 3 games over the .500 mark after a 4-game sweep of the Athletics. With big contributions coming from Ernie Clement and Addison Barger, Justin and Patrick discuss how to keep them in the every day lineup when Andres Gimenez returns from the IL. The guys also discuss the crowded outfield and preview w…