Some pals talk about the sitcoms they love to binge through various games, lists, rankings, and deep dives into specific shows, examining character arches, individual episodes, and more.
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Ever wondered why Frasier Crane is such a snob? How Tyrion Lannister’s bawdy humour saves him in Game of Thrones? What makes Schitts Creek’s Moira Rose a narcissist? ‘Shrink the Box’ is where actor comedian Ben Bailey Smith and psychotherapist Nemone Metaxas put their favourite fictional characters such Tommy from Peaky Blinders and Sydney from The Bear on the couch - to analyse why their behaviour causes them so much drama. Nemone and Ben explore why these characters make certain decisions, ...
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This podcast serves as a self-guided walking tour through the Brooklyn neighborhoods of Fort Greene, Clinton Hill and Wallabout, focusing on the area's rich history of Black artists. The recorded version of the tour was produced by Femme Vocale and features the voice talents of Crystal Sershen and Dave Fennoy.
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We talk all things Michael Schur, Greg Daniels, and their amazing comedies such as The Office, Parks and Rec, Brooklyn 99, The Good Place, and more! Adam's site - http://muzikm4n.com Adam's IG - http://instagram.com/muzikm4n Brooks IG - instagram.com/broley_imagery Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatswhatschursaid/support
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Get ready for laughter and year-round seasonal cheer as Kristin and Maggie review your favorite TV Christmas and holiday movies.
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A podcast dedicated to providing a closer look at key voices in American Theater today. Produced and sponsored by LA Based Theater Company, Barker Room Rep.
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Love TV? Hate your commute to work? We’ve got you covered. We love TV and we want to make your commute to work better than ever before! Listen along to our obsessive commentaries on every TV show ever made shrunk into half-hour conversations. Grab your car keys and tune in to KarKeegs: A Commute TV Talk Podcast.
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The Review Panel is a regular discussion forum founded and moderated by David Cohen, publisher and editor of the online magazine artcritical.com. Each time Cohen is joined by three guests, who include leading American critics, as they debate the merits of current shows of contemporary art before a live audience. This program has been hosted by Brooklyn Public Library/BPL Presents since 2016. It was hosted by the National Academy Museum from 2004-2016 while Review Panel Philadelphia was hoste ...
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Welcome to Every Quarter: The Voice of Andover, the official podcast of Phillips Academy. EQ is the place to meet thinkers, leaders, doers and makers who are grappling, changing, forging and upending. Since 1778, campus has been a haven for dialogue between interesting and influential students, faculty, alumni and visitors. And now EQ brings those conversations to you every month. Think of EQ as short reflections to inform the curious who believe -- to borrow the words of Andover’s founder, ...
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The goal of Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is to share inspiring stories featuring the journeys of successful sports business professionals and to give you the strategies and know-how to help you further your career in sports!
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1. Sharlene-Monique - Of Love (Piano & Voice) 2. Jaz Karis - Home 3. Cassandra Shade - Don't Change 4. Tamesy - Of you 5. Aleksa Safiya - Understand Me 6. Lauren Tuchscherer - You Make Me 7. Fortune - Fake Love 8. Alduts Sherdley - Swipe Right 9. Karmessa - Game X 10. Tambourine - Unequally Yoked 11. Anna Speer - Cuffing Szn 12. Stalk Ashley - Complicated 13. Yasz Base - Anoymous Drerrie 14. Marzz - KMS. 15. Niqueaux - Love You Down 16. Kazé - Love ain't enough 17. Makaela - Be Careful 18. A ...
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Brooklyn 99 - Yippie Kayak Christmas Episode
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In our first mini-episode, we go over the classic Brooklyn 99 Christmas episode, Yippie Kayak. It really delivered on the Die Hard movie references that Kristin was looking for!De către Hot Chocolate and a Movie
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After Die Hard, and Love Hard, we finally finish up with Love Actually! So many mixed feelings about this one, but we can all agree on one thing: Alan Rickman really knows how to ruin Christmas.De către Hot Chocolate and a Movie
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Following our fantastic time with Die Hard, we revisited Love Hard, the 2021 Netflix rom-com. Catfishing abounds in this edgy Christmas flick. Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Hot Chocolate and a Movie
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Do you have a critical inner voice? Plus forgotten actors enjoying a renaissance and your questions answered - SHRINK THE INBOX
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For the last episode of this season, team STB gets real with those pesky inner monologues (as promised in the Carrie: Sex and the City episode). Plus, what's the connection between 80s comedy-thriller Lovejoy and The Matrix? We explore actors who have come back from obscurity with aplomb. We want to hear about any theories we might have missed, wha…
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We tackle our most requested movie, Die Hard! We surprisingly agree on our stance in the Christmas-movie-or-not debate, and Maggie finds a new villain to love. Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Hot Chocolate and a Movie
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CARRIE BRADSHAW – How to fight the patriarchy and stop obsessing over relationships – SHRINK THE BOX
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In our final character episode of this season, we put Carrie from Sex and the City on the couch. Nemone looks at why Sex and the City hasn’t aged well, and Ben talks about diversity in the privileged, white world of the show. We get into Carrie’s shopping habit, low self-esteem, and why everyone in the show is SO obsessed with relationships, even t…
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JACKSON LAMB in SLOW HORSES: Do spies make the best therapists? – SHRINK THE BOX
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Ben and Nemone put Jackson Lamb from Slow Horses on the couch. Gary Oldman’s version of Mick Herron’s character has become household name, and you can see why. A man with many layers, a million secrets, and a lightning rod for other’s emotions – perhaps he is the perfect Freudian analyst. Nemone gives us a crash course in transference and counter-t…
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CAPTAIN HOLT of BROOKLYN 99: Neurodiverse, gay and battling racism – SHRINK THE BOX
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Ben and Nemone put Raymond Holt on the couch. We look at how this trailblazing policeman (the first black, gay police captain in the force) stands out from the rest of the precinct. We learn how family dynamics inform behaviour and what it takes to be a great leader. Nemone looks at a diagnosis of ASD or Asperger’s Syndrome for the captain, and Ben…
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We're back with our first sequel as we cover The Nine Kittens of Christmas. Find out what happens with Marilee and Zach as they try for round two to get their happy ending. Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Hot Chocolate and a Movie
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SCHITT’S CREEK and Moira Rose: this is narcissism – SHRINK THE BOX
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Ben and Nemone put Moira Rose on the couch and take a deep dive into her narcissistic tendencies, and what effect that has on the rest of the Schitts. Nemone explains how narcissism is not as easy to spot as its widespread use would have you believe. We also discuss the collection of wigs that Moira keeps in her closet and why they are transitional…
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Explaining addicts' behaviour, ‘trapped’ dramas (Handmaid’s Tale) and your questions - SHRINK THE INBOX
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If characters in ‘trapped’ dramas escape, is that the end of the show? Ben and Nemone explore The Handmaid’s Tale and Severance as examples. Plus, Ben reacts to a listener’s ‘constructive’ feedback and Nemone explores Polyvagal Theory to explain why we might react in the way we do from childhood trauma. We want to hear about any theories we might h…
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THE WIRE’S Bubbles: How do you help an addict? – SHRINK THE BOX
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Ben and Nemone discuss The Wire’s ‘Bubbles’ aka Reginald Collins. An informant and heroin user, a man with a fragile support network who finds himself stranded while trying to forge closer bonds with those around him. Nemone tells Ben how unconditional love is the hardest thing to give an addict, and the key to helping them start their journey to s…
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The Nine Lives of Christmas
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We found a new favorite for Maggie, while Kristin has some big opinions. Listen to the discussion on the delightful The Nine Lives of Christmas! Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Hot Chocolate and a Movie
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PEAKY BLINDERS’ Polly Shelby: the silent observer in all of us – SHRINK THE BOX
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Ben and Nemone discuss Helen McCrory’s iconic Poly Shelby from Peaky Blinders. She’s a devout Catholic, but up to her neck in the murky world of bootlegging and murder. Nemone gets into the thorny question of how she might match those up, and reveals how each of us has a ‘silent observer’ inside. We also dive into the history of women’s rights in 1…
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Come play with all the Christmas movie tropes in the fun-filled Waking Up to Christmas! Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Hot Chocolate and a Movie
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ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK’S “Taystee”: Adoption, Child States and Attachment Theory – SHRINK THE BOX
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Ben and Nemone discuss Tasha Jefferson, aka Taystee, from Orange is the New Black. We get fascinating insights into child states and how difficult they are to escape; attachment theory and why prison can be a better alternative to living in the outside world. Expect to laugh and cry while reliving one of the early bingeable series on Netflix. And i…
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REESE WITHERSPOON and JENNIFER ANISTON’s Alex and Bradley tackle sexism and false selves on The Morning Show - SHRINK THE BOX
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Ben and Nemone put Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon’s The Morning Show characters, Alex and Bradley, on the couch. We ask how a person creates a false self at work, what makes Bradley break the mould and find out how Alex could ever have respect for her male boss in the middle of a #MeToo scandal. Stay tuned for more on false selves in our up…
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Welcome back to After the Laugh Track. Derrick and Erik watch a few episodes of Cougar Town, as Erik takes some guesses about what has happened on the show, and determines if he would like to watch the entire series based on those few episodes.De către Good Fun Media
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Addiction in “Euphoria”, Analysis vs. Therapy and Sir Salman Rushdie! - SHRINK THE INBOX
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Ben and Nemone answer your questions and explore your suggestions. They talk about whether they have any friends who are spies and explore some brilliant female led comedies you've either missed or forgotten. We want to hear about any theories we might have missed, what you’ve thought of the show so far and your character suggestions. Please drop t…
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Our second Hanukkah movie is the quintessential easy watch when you need a break from holiday stress. Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Hot Chocolate and a Movie
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TYRION LANNISTER knows how to play the Game...of Thrones SHRINK THE BOX
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Ben and Nemone put Tyrion Lannister from Game of Thrones on the couch. Tyrion doesn’t conform to society’s norms. How does he use that to his advantage? He’s booksmart, cunning and the most open-minded man in Westeros. This ‘half-man’ is, in fact, three times as impressive as any of his peers. We look into difference, diversity and skulduggery in t…
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SYDNEY from THE BEAR: when will she reach her boiling point? SHRINK THE BOX
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Ben and Nemone put sous-chef Sydney Adamu from The Bear into therapy. She helps whip the team at the restaurant into shape, she’s nurturing but anxious and riddled with self-doubt, not to mention a person of colour with the highest of ambitions in a profession dominated by white men. Mouthwatering, no? We want to hear about any theories we might ha…
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CHANDLER BING: could it BE any more complicated? SHRINK THE BOX
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Ben and Nemone put Chandler from Friends on the famous Central Perk couch to talk about his phobia of commitment, his attachment patterns and how he feels about mum AND dad putting on a black dress and trying to seduce one of your best friends. Expect doses of sarcasm, celebrity cameos and Janice’s laughter peppered throughout. We want to hear abou…
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Time to recap what is possibly the worst family grouping of any Christmas movie, otherwise known as Four Christmases! Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Maggie Larche and Kristin Hegji
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MICHAEL SCOTT invites you into The Office: SHRINK THE BOX
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Ben and Nemone stroll into The Office (USA). They consider the differences between Michael Scott and David Brent, explore ego and ask why some people think they’re funny (when they’re just not). We want to hear about any theories we might have missed, what you’ve thought of the show so far and your character suggestions. Please drop the team an ema…
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Ben and Nemone answer your questions and explore your suggestions. They talk about whether they have any friends who are spies and explore some brilliant female led comedies you've either missed or forgotten. We want to hear about any theories we might have missed, what you’ve thought of the show so far and your character suggestions. Please drop t…
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LARRY DAVID: Curb star who falls out with everyone in SHRINK THE BOX
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He’s grumpy, belligerent, stubborn, filterless and has to win every single argument. We ask how Larry David has any friends left and why he is so concerned with manners, yet is rude to virtually everyone he meets. Plus, Ben and Nemone look at why some people find Curb Your Enthusiasm excruciating whilst others just can’t get enough of the hit show.…
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Although we clash when it comes to the two leading men, we can definitely agree that we love The Princess Switch. Whether you're #TeamKevin or #TeamEdward, there's room for us all to enjoy this Netflix classic! Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Maggie Larche and Kristin Hegji
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TOMMY SHELBY: We Peek Behind the Blinders in SHRINK THE BOX
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Gang dynamics, whether you can escape a criminal heritage and the physiological cause and effect of PTSD. Plus, race rigging, opium smoking and casual violence - all in a day's work for The Peaky Blinders. Here’s the article Ben mentioned by his sister Zadie Smith: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/1399593/My-father-the-accidental-hero.html W…
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Time for a pretty adorable version of A Christmas Carol, or perhaps just Christmas Carol-adjacent. Either way, you should watch it. Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Maggie Larche and Kristin Hegji
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CERSEI LANNISTER’s Power Behind the Throne: SHRINK THE BOX
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As Cersei says: ‘power is power’ and she’s got it in spades. We investigate how she becomes a master manipulator, and we take an honest objective look at her over-familiar relations with her brother Jaime. We want to hear about any theories we might have missed, what you’ve thought of the show so far and your character suggestions. Please drop the …
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FRASIER CRANE: Inside the mind of the Seattle psychiatrist on this week’s SHRINK THE BOX
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Where does Frasier’s snobbery originate from? Why does he revert to his ‘child state’ when around his father? And... the hidden story behind Frasier being a Freudian analyst and Niles (his brother) being a Jungian analyst. Plus, Ben and Nemone’s minds are blown when they realise a crazy coincidence with Frasier and Tony Soprano. We want to hear fro…
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J.A. Adande | Hall of Fame Sportswriter & SBC Instructor | Elevating the Game (EP.104)
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In this special episode of the SBC Audio Experience, host Riley Sager sits down with Hall of Fame Sportswriter J.A. Adande, who was recently added to the lineup of instructors for the 2024 Sports Business Classroom Business of Basketball Immersive Experience, set to take place from July 14-20 during the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. In this episo…
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We're going big budget this week with a listener request - The Holiday! Join us as we are charmed by the all-star cast and heartwarming story. Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Maggie Larche and Kristin Hegji
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It's the Netflix Christmas movie that launched a thousand films. We love A Christmas Prince and hope you do, too! Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Maggie Larche and Kristin Hegji
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Introducing...Shrink The Box Series 2
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Ever wondered why Frasier Crane is such a snob? How Tyrion Lannister’s bawdy humour saves him in Game of Thrones? What makes Schitts Creek’s Moira Rose a narcissist? ‘Shrink the Box’ is where actor comedian Ben Bailey Smith and psychotherapist Nemone Metaxas put their favourite fictional characters such Tommy from Peaky Blinders and Sydney from The…
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Justin Termine | Voice of NBA Today on SiriusXM NBA Radio | Path to Broadcasting Excellence (EP. 103)
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Welcome to episode 103 of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience podcast, where we dive into the world of sports media and broadcasting with Justin Termine, the esteemed voice of NBA Today on SiriusXM NBA Radio. Broadcasting live from HallPass Studios, Justin joins our Alumni Host Riley Sager for an insightful conversation packed with insid…
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It's back to our Christmas programming this week as we travel to 2017 for a ride on the Christmas Train. Join us for the top notch acting combined with dozens of heart-to-hearts. Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGallery Hot Chocolate and Movie will be taking a two week Spring Break and will be back in April!…
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We're taking a break from the Christmas movie marathon to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! Come with us as we review Irish Wish, our second Lindsay Lohan sighting on the podcast! Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Maggie Larche and Kristin Hegji
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Join us for our jazziest movie yet, Netflix's The Noel Diary. Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Maggie Larche and Kristin Hegji
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While You Were Sleeping: Part 2
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We're back for Part 2 of our While You Were Sleeping review! We discuss Joe Jr., the 90s, and how many times we've actually seen this movie. (Hint: it's a lot.) Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Maggie Larche and Kristin Hegji
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Steve Jones Jr. | SBC Instructor, Podcast Host, & Former Player Development Assistant Coach for the Brooklyn Nets | Coaching, Coordination,
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Today’s guest is SBC Instructor, Podcast Host, and Former Player Development Assistant Coach for the Brooklyn Nets, Steve Jones Jr.. Steve is the son of basketball legend Steve “Snapper” Jones and has been surrounded by basketball his entire life. For college Steve played basketball at Arizona State from 2005-08 and then transferred to the Universi…
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While You Were Sleeping: Part 1
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We take a break from our low-budget movies to review the greatest Christmas rom-com of all time, While You Were Sleeping! This is part one of two, so be sure to subscribe to be notified of new episodes! Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Maggie Larche and Kristin Hegji
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Steven Alves | SBC Instructor & NBA Front Office Insider Consultant: Analytical Approach in Basketball (EP. 101)
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Today’s guest is SBC Instructor and NBA Front Office Insider Consultant Steven Alves. Steven is skilled in Analytical Skills and statistical Data Analysis, with a Master's Degree in Sports Management, from California State University, Long Beach. Certified in NBA Scouting and General Management, Steven’s current role is Player Personnel and Video C…
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Let's recap Netflix's Christmas as Usual, a Norwegian fish-out-of-water rom-com! Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către Maggie Larche and Kristin Hegji
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How Teams Navigate the NBA Trade Deadline with Bobby Marks and Eric Pincus (EP 100)
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This episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience is from a previously recorded webinar on “How Teams Navigate the NBA Trade Deadline” hosted by Bobby Marks and Eric Pincus. Throughout the webinar, they discuss the ins and outs of the trade deadline, answer relevant questions from our live Q&A, and more! In this episode, Bobby and Eric…
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Bobby Marks | ESPN NBA Front Office Insider | Trade Talk, Childhood Dreams, & Career Climbs (EP 99)
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In this episode of the Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience, new series host Riley Sager is joined by SBC Lead Instructor, Bobby Marks. Marks is ESPN’s NBA Front Office Insider and in his new role with SBC, Bobby is enhancing SBC’s existing offerings including the upcoming SBC Business of Basketball Immersive Experience in Las Vegas, developi…
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It's Lindsay Lohan's comeback Christmas movie, Falling for Christmas! And, boy, is there a lot of falling! Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către mmlarche
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Come along as we review Mistletoe and Menorahs, the Hanukkah/Christmas movie with the nicest couple ever to grace our screens. Come for the interfaith shenanigans, stay for the latkes! Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către mmlarche
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It's the instant Hallmark classic, Three Wise Men and a Baby! With excellent writing, funny zingers, and four fantastic leads, there's a lot to love. Email us at hotchocmovie@gmail.com. Music by: Christmas Waltz by SoundGalleryDe către mmlarche
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