Best Podcast Episodes About Phil Spencer
Everything podcasters are saying about Phil Spencer — curated from top podcasts
Updated: Apr 02, 2026 – 19 episodes
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Phil Kessel reveals the intense emotions of scoring in double overtime during a pivotal game five. He describes the surreal experience of the moment, admitting he blacked out afterward and how he feels fortunate to have achieved such a milestone. Despite the glory of that goal, Kessel emphasizes that he values other accomplishments in his career even more.
“… him he's using it as part it's like the it's it's really in these moments too when he's making these these wall of sound productions it is basically phil specter and the studio is the is the the musician he's bringing in randos from the parking lot to sing backgrounds like there's layers of percussion and shit it was like if you could keep a beat at all it was like cool go in there and play a this thing he would have multiple drums like all sorts of stuff going on in these productions they were they were the musicians were interchangeable the studio was important to him gold star studios in in …”
“All right. So the studio becomes his creative space. the studio becomes you know everything to him he's using it as part it's like the it's it's really in these moments too when he's making these these wall of sound productions it is basically phil specter and the studio is the is the the musician he's bringing in randos from the parking lot to sing backgrounds like there's layers of percussion and shit it was like if you could keep a beat at all it was like cool go in there and play a this thing he would have multiple drums like all sorts of stuff going on in these productions they were they were the musicians were interchangeable the studio was important to him gold star studios in in hollywood uh on uh vine and which is no longer there by the record it was it was a shitty studio in the 1960s right i gotta break it here to say one of my favorite early in our friendship memories was coming to visit you at the studio you were working at in la for the first time with lenny and like cracking a six pack when you're like putting the …”
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Phil Spector transformed the music industry with his innovative 'Wall of Sound' technique, turning Gold Star Studios into a hub of creativity in the 1960s. As he collaborated with artists like The Beach Boys and shaped the sound of The Beatles, Spector's personal insecurities began to surface, leading to emotional instability and tumultuous relationships. His journey from a talented producer to a troubled icon illustrates the complexities of fame and mental health in the music world.
“… He was one of the first people that I put an APB out for because he was bizarrely standing alongside Shane Lyman. And when we learned like Phil Lyman's whole family owned that block, you know, the cameras of people walking, they were all tied to Caldera Engineering walking down the block. I don't even think that's Tyler Robinson. Looks to me much more like Lance and Phil Lyman's nephew and or cousin. Phil Lyman says it's a cousin. Shaner says he's a nephew, but he and some friends uniquely traced the steps of the killer and showed people this is the footprint, this is, look, he was …”
“… if Andrew Zenger was like his roommates over in Jerusalem, recruited to work contractually for the CIA? It's interesting. Now, there is one more person who is tied to the Romney clan who also went to BYU, and we brought him up very early in the investigation. He was one of the first people that I put an APB out for because he was bizarrely standing alongside Shane Lyman. And when we learned like Phil Lyman's whole family owned that block, you know, the cameras of people walking, they were all tied to Caldera Engineering walking down the block. I don't even think that's Tyler Robinson. Looks to me much more like Lance and Phil Lyman's nephew and or cousin. Phil Lyman says it's a cousin. Shaner says he's a nephew, but he and some friends uniquely traced the steps of the killer and showed people this is the footprint, this is, look, he was here. This was on our property that this happened. Let's see those Instagram posts to jog your memory. Remember, Robbie Hilt. And I thought, I said, he's got way, he looks, the guy all the way to the right there looks way more to me like the build of the person coming up the stairs. That was the episode that we did. Who are these people? We asked, why …”
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The investigation into Robbie Hild, who has ties to the Romney family, has reopened, raising questions about his connections to the CIA. Hild's involvement in a high-profile case and his background as a BYU lacrosse player add layers to this unfolding story. As more details emerge, the implications of these connections could be significant.
“… standing next to a machine that helped win the war. The cavity magnetron generated the radar that found U-boats and tracked bombers, and you, Percy Spencer, fifth-grade dropout, self-taught technical genius, figured out how to build them fast. When you arrived, Raytheon was making 17 magnetrons a day. You got it to 2,600. 80% of every magnetron tube powering every radar set on every Allied ship and plane in Europe and the Pacific passed through your hands. But you're not thinking about that. You're thinking about the chocolate bar in your pocket. Because it's melting. It's melting fast and in a …”
“It's 1945 in Waltham, Massachusetts, and you're standing next to a machine that helped win the war. The cavity magnetron generated the radar that found U-boats and tracked bombers, and you, Percy Spencer, fifth-grade dropout, self-taught technical genius, figured out how to build them fast. When you arrived, Raytheon was making 17 magnetrons a day. You got it to 2,600. 80% of every magnetron tube powering every radar set on every Allied ship and plane in Europe and the Pacific passed through your hands. But you're not thinking about that. You're thinking about the chocolate bar in your pocket. Because it's melting. It's melting fast and in a strange way, heating from the inside out. You look at the mess of sticky chocolate. then the magnetron, and the idea arrives whole. You send a boy to the cafeteria for popcorn. It pops. You try an egg. It explodes. Eureka! You file a patent. You would eventually hold over a hundred patents. Raytheon pays you the same thing for all of them. Two …”
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In 1945, Percy Spencer, a self-taught technical genius at Raytheon, inadvertently invented the microwave oven while working on radar technology. After noticing a chocolate bar melting in his pocket due to a magnetron, he experimented with popcorn and eggs, leading to a groundbreaking patent. Despite being paid only $2 for his invention, it would generate billions in profit and become a staple in American homes.
“All right. So this is from her. I was so gun shy of ever becoming vulnerable to someone who'd betrayed me like that because Phil practically killed me emotionally. I figured I wasn't smart enough to handle the part of his personality that I understand. It was like Phil was born without a conscience and I was his victim. He could be so ruthless. Wow. So seemingly we have heard only from women that this is an issue, right? It's like, this does not seem to be very much a male issue. This is consistent. Yeah. Women around him have to feel the, you know, I mean, yeah, again, …”
“All right. So this is from her. I was so gun shy of ever becoming vulnerable to someone who'd betrayed me like that because Phil practically killed me emotionally. I figured I wasn't smart enough to handle the part of his personality that I understand. It was like Phil was born without a conscience and I was his victim. He could be so ruthless. Wow. So seemingly we have heard only from women that this is an issue, right? It's like, this does not seem to be very much a male issue. This is consistent. Yeah. Women around him have to feel the, you know, I mean, yeah, again, not to like give anybody an out or any empathy for somebody who's a shitty person because like shitty acts are shitty acts and it doesn't matter. But you can see like this is kind of like an emotional reaction to his mother and his sister. Totally. Pushing him, controlling him. Sure. And also too. Yeah, yeah, yeah. An explanation isn absolution …”
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Phil Spector's ruthlessness in the music industry is highlighted through the emotional scars he left on women around him. The discussion delves into his troubled relationship with his mother, which shaped his controlling nature and behavior towards others, making him notorious even in a cutthroat industry. This segment reveals how his past influenced his interactions and the reputation he garnered as one of the most despised figures in music production.
“So that whole visually kind of messes with your head as a left-hander. And so I think Phil's like, you know what? I've got to hit a shot here, and I'm just going to take it right at it. The last thing I want to do is hit a shot where I'm looking and end up having 45 feet for birdie. So he goes on to win in 06 rather comfortably, and then zooming ahead to 2010. You guys are one shot back going into the final round, But this year was just such a unique year for from Phil, from a family perspective. What was the lead up like going into …”
“So that whole visually kind of messes with your head as a left-hander. And so I think Phil's like, you know what? I've got to hit a shot here, and I'm just going to take it right at it. The last thing I want to do is hit a shot where I'm looking and end up having 45 feet for birdie. So he goes on to win in 06 rather comfortably, and then zooming ahead to 2010. You guys are one shot back going into the final round, But this year was just such a unique year for from Phil, from a family perspective. What was the lead up like going into that year with everything Phil had going on with Amy's Amy's cancer diagnosis? Well, it was difficult to say the least. It was, you know, golf wasn't obviously the most important thing by any stretch. And it was just a question of, you know, without getting into too much detail, taking care, you know, of the situation as much as I could. and …”
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Phil Mickelson's 2010 Masters victory was nothing short of miraculous, especially given the personal challenges he faced that year. With his wife Amy battling cancer, golf became a crucial escape for Phil, who transformed from a poor performance the week before to a triumphant win at Augusta. This segment dives into the emotional and strategic decisions that defined that unforgettable week.
“… okay? So should I play? I've got it on my phone. I'll play the song. You ready? This is the song that he writes. You're shitting me. So that's how Phil Collins wrote In the Air Tonight.”
“… this is going to become my new music studio so he starts like channeling all the energy that's coming up and as he's like in the moment he gramps the invoice from the painting and decorating company that slept with his wife and he writes a song on it, okay? So should I play? I've got it on my phone. I'll play the song. You ready? This is the song that he writes. You're shitting me. So that's how Phil Collins wrote In the Air Tonight.”
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Phil Collins' iconic song 'In the Air Tonight' was born from heartbreak and betrayal. After a successful tour, Collins faced the devastating news of his wife's affair with the painter he hired for their new home. This emotional turmoil inspired him to channel his pain into music, leading to the creation of one of his most famous tracks.
“… We'll take a break. I'll give you the early World Cup odds, and then we'll talk to Bones McCong, the great analyst for NBC and former caddy for Phil Mickelson.”
“… These are tease-worthy, I think. It's a huge day, by the way, for your Italian squad. They got a big qualifier today. They got a win to get in. Well, they got Jimmy Scungil and Tommy Calamari. Chances are they're going to be in good shape. All right. We'll take a break. I'll give you the early World Cup odds, and then we'll talk to Bones McCong, the great analyst for NBC and former caddy for Phil Mickelson.”
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The upcoming playoffs could hinge on how referees handle calls, especially with the Spurs and Thunder potentially facing off. As the Spurs aim for the best record, Victor Wembanyama's MVP chances rise, but inconsistent officiating could skew the outcomes. With the Thunder's recent games raising questions about foul calls, fans are left wondering how this will play out in the postseason.
“He's Jim Bones Mackay, NBC Sports On Course reporter, former caddy for Phil Mickelson and Justin Thomas. How are you feeling today, Bones? I'm doing great, Dan. How are you? I'm good. How How many miles do you think you've walked in your career as an on-course reporter and a caddy? It's a good question. A guy came up to me once at a tournament. I think I was at the Open Championship, and he had done some math around what caddies had done. He told me I'd walked around the globe twice with a golf bag on my back. So my …”
“He's Jim Bones Mackay, NBC Sports On Course reporter, former caddy for Phil Mickelson and Justin Thomas. How are you feeling today, Bones? I'm doing great, Dan. How are you? I'm good. How How many miles do you think you've walked in your career as an on-course reporter and a caddy? It's a good question. A guy came up to me once at a tournament. I think I was at the Open Championship, and he had done some math around what caddies had done. He told me I'd walked around the globe twice with a golf bag on my back. So my knees still hurt. So if that's any indication, I've walked a lot. Have you had a game-time decision whether you were going to be able to caddy for Phil or Justin? Certainly traveling around the globe and doing certain things, you run into food poisoning and things like that. I missed a couple of days over the course of 30 years of caddying, but I've …”
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Jim 'Bones' Mackay reveals he's walked the equivalent of twice around the globe while caddying for golf legends like Phil Mickelson. Despite the toll on his knees, he reflects on the challenges of being a caddy, including food poisoning and the demands of the job. This fascinating insight highlights the dedication and physical endurance required in professional golf.
“Does the first part of – does my name have more than four letters in it? What do you mean? The name that's not Phil? No. He doesn't have more than four? No. Okay. That Phil. Is my name Amanda? No. Okay. Not Amanda. That Phil? that's not a descriptor have I led him in the wrong way at all like could all this could this be my fault oh no no no okay are you talking about the last thing you just no any of the answer any of the questions that I've answered no okay okay How about – Uh-oh. Uh-oh. I think I got something. OK. I'm going to go with – guys i don't know …”
“Does the first part of – does my name have more than four letters in it? What do you mean? The name that's not Phil? No. He doesn't have more than four? No. Okay. That Phil. Is my name Amanda? No. Okay. Not Amanda. That Phil? that's not a descriptor have I led him in the wrong way at all like could all this could this be my fault oh no no no okay are you talking about the last thing you just no any of the answer any of the questions that I've answered no okay okay How about – Uh-oh. Uh-oh. I think I got something. OK. I'm going to go with – guys i don't know a single phil yes you do yes you do fat phil no you're not fat phil uh is my name amy yeah hey man here we go come on dig deep dig deep i kind of want you to win i don't even care about me Come on, man. You can do it. I'm just fat. I'm bald. My name's Phil. I never said any of these words, by the way. I just said yes or no. Am I over six foot …”
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In a chaotic round of 'Guess The Celebrity,' Bobby struggles to identify his celebrity while hilariously misinterpreting clues. The moment he realizes he's supposed to guess 'Dr. Phil' but can't even remember the last name is a comedic highlight that leaves listeners in stitches.
“… and I would clean houses she was a waitress but we also would go around and clean houses and there was a lawyer that we worked for his name was Phil Culp and he had a old 286 sx IBM and it was just sitting in his basement and I told my mom I was like hey if I clean for like a month can I have that computer like he doesn't use it he's got a new 486 up in his place here and he instantly said I could have it and then that started me down the computer networking realm and like look how could I get this 286 to act like a 386, or how can I force it to run Windows, or how do I update the memory, …”
“… radio vhf radio people talking that type of stuff and um it was just and then I found out how to get an antenna to make the antenna larger and started ordering auxiliary pieces for it and then what really changed me was my mother let me get a my mother and I would clean houses she was a waitress but we also would go around and clean houses and there was a lawyer that we worked for his name was Phil Culp and he had a old 286 sx IBM and it was just sitting in his basement and I told my mom I was like hey if I clean for like a month can I have that computer like he doesn't use it he's got a new 486 up in his place here and he instantly said I could have it and then that started me down the computer networking realm and like look how could I get this 286 to act like a 386, or how can I force it to run Windows, or how do I update the memory, how do I do these things?”
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Bill Thompson shares a hilarious tale of his childhood curiosity that led him from building a coil radio with no batteries to salvaging an old computer from a lawyer's basement. The absurdity of listening to radio chatter powered by electromagnetic radiation without a battery is both mind-boggling and entertaining, showcasing his quirky genius and resourcefulness. It's a nostalgic trip down memory lane that highlights the unexpected paths curiosity can take you on.
“… our rule for our predictions, but this was just a real shot in the dark. But Jason, why don't you tell the people what we're even referring to? Phil Spencer, the president of Xbox Gaming, resigned and will be replaced by a woman named Asha Sharma, who is in her mid-30s. She was an Instacart executive. She's been at Microsoft for a couple years now in the AI department, core AI specifically, AI platforms. And so most people are not familiar with her and learned a lot about her over the last week. We'll get into that. But yes, the headlines declared Maddie Meyer is correct. Phil Spencer, out. Phil …”
“… It's just around whether or not we're getting predictions right. Yeah, I mean, Polygon's headline, Maddie Meyer's prediction proved correct. Yeah, I got to say— And the subhead said what actually happened. I really had no inside info. I know that's our rule for our predictions, but this was just a real shot in the dark. But Jason, why don't you tell the people what we're even referring to? Phil Spencer, the president of Xbox Gaming, resigned and will be replaced by a woman named Asha Sharma, who is in her mid-30s. She was an Instacart executive. She's been at Microsoft for a couple years now in the AI department, core AI specifically, AI platforms. And so most people are not familiar with her and learned a lot about her over the last week. We'll get into that. But yes, the headlines declared Maddie Meyer is correct. Phil Spencer, out. Phil out. Maddie gets a point, confirmed. First point of the year, maybe? What's interesting is there's a big picture of Maddie on the front page. Not of Phil Spencer. No. No Xbox logo, it's just Maddie looking happy. My face is all over every mainstream gaming website this week. I was in the news. What's funny about this is that there had been rumors, I …”
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Phil Spencer, the president of Xbox Gaming, has resigned, marking a significant shift in the company's leadership. Asha Sharma, previously an executive at Instacart and Microsoft’s AI division, will take over, raising questions about the future direction of Xbox amidst ongoing challenges. This transition comes after years of speculation and declining performance for the Xbox brand, suggesting a potential reset for one of gaming's largest companies.
“… it xbox mode which thank god instead of xbox full screen experience here's some questions i have about all this um one you know the rumors were that phil spencer had always been going to retire and this this was the part of the plan and he was stepping down and that you know sarah bond who's president of xbox was really running xbox while phil dealt with integrating activision or whatever whatever big set of dumb issues that he bought when he bought who knows and then you know tom reported this out that phil and sarah had really alienated a lot of people with the this is an xbox campaign and like trying …”
“… shift feels like it's happening. right like there is whatever xbox is going to be it really looks an awful lot like a windows computer yeah i mean they're announced they've announced xbox mode is coming to windows 11 pcs and they're finally calling it xbox mode which thank god instead of xbox full screen experience here's some questions i have about all this um one you know the rumors were that phil spencer had always been going to retire and this this was the part of the plan and he was stepping down and that you know sarah bond who's president of xbox was really running xbox while phil dealt with integrating activision or whatever whatever big set of dumb issues that he bought when he bought who knows and then you know tom reported this out that phil and sarah had really alienated a lot of people with the this is an xbox campaign and like trying to make xbox everything but the console and that asha sharma would come in and she's like i don't know anything about xbox i'm just going to listen to everyone, which is what, you know, what, what, this is what you do as a new executive. Yeah. And then it's like, this is the exact same plan. You guys, this is the, this is the same plan. Like maybe …”
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Microsoft's upcoming Project Helix hints that the next Xbox will function more like a Windows gaming PC, blurring the lines between console and computer. This shift comes after significant changes in leadership and strategy within Xbox, suggesting a renewed focus on PC gaming as the future. The implications of this strategy raise questions about the direction of Xbox and its identity in the gaming landscape.
“… just do this name consulting business. We should do it for fictional characters. We should have had video games, supervillain groups, whatever. Spencer himself come to us and ask us for advice on how to name this corporation. Why didn't he do that? Well, Spencer is pretty good at it. I mean, Spencer named Umbrella. Spencer knows what he's doing. That's true. I can't remember who named Umbrella. Did he not? I don't. I think it was Spencer. It's Spencer and that other guy. Oh, yeah, okay, yeah. But the connections people, I don't know who's in charge of that. But Phil Spencer should come to us …”
“… have come to Spider Mansion for a better name. Why didn't this elicit Illuminati? Umbrella Corp is great. Yeah, Umbrella Corp actually is great. T-Virus, very memorable. But The Connections? What are you guys doing? Yeah, I don't know. We should really just do this name consulting business. We should do it for fictional characters. We should have had video games, supervillain groups, whatever. Spencer himself come to us and ask us for advice on how to name this corporation. Why didn't he do that? Well, Spencer is pretty good at it. I mean, Spencer named Umbrella. Spencer knows what he's doing. That's true. I can't remember who named Umbrella. Did he not? I don't. I think it was Spencer. It's Spencer and that other guy. Oh, yeah, okay, yeah. But the connections people, I don't know who's in charge of that. But Phil Spencer should come to us for a name. What is he doing these days? Maybe we could hire Phil Spencer for Spider Mansion. Yeah, he's looking for work. What should our quote be for a name, for name advice, for giving people a better name? uh you have to let us play the game before anybody else that's it that's a quote yeah that doesn't that's i don't want a policy but it's also …”
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Meg Ellison's short story 'The Pill' explores a chilling world where a miraculous weight loss drug comes with a terrifying catch. As society becomes obsessed with this drug, the protagonist—a fat character—resists its allure, leading to haunting consequences for her and her family. This thought-provoking tale questions the societal pressures surrounding body image and the lengths people will go to achieve acceptance.
“… won everything, if you got all the money if you got everything and you didn have faith you lost everything I was around I went to lunch and met Mr Spencer Eccles if you know him right So when you see Eccles Theater, Eccles, all the stadiums named after him. He has a lapel pin that says 110%. He stopped. He was talking to my family. He's talking to my sons especially, and he asked their names for me. I've talked to them. And he was like, with all that he's done, he was like, the best advice I can give you is give 110%. 100 is not enough.”
“… out you get on a track and you sing with someone and you end up sounding just as good as your idol. Imagine that, right? Get around people who have similarities to you. Stay grounded in your faith though, because I don't care who you are. If you won everything, if you got all the money if you got everything and you didn have faith you lost everything I was around I went to lunch and met Mr Spencer Eccles if you know him right So when you see Eccles Theater, Eccles, all the stadiums named after him. He has a lapel pin that says 110%. He stopped. He was talking to my family. He's talking to my sons especially, and he asked their names for me. I've talked to them. And he was like, with all that he's done, he was like, the best advice I can give you is give 110%. 100 is not enough.”
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As you climb the ladder of success, expect to lose friends but gain authentic connections that truly matter. Dr. James E. Dixon emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals who share your passion and purpose. This pruning process leads to a stronger network and personal growth, proving that quality trumps quantity in relationships.
“Who's wrong against her? Los Angeles is insane. Oh, Nithya Raman, who's worse, actually. I do. I do think Nithya Raman could be worse. Spencer Pratt, who I think we'll have in here pretty soon. All right, so here, let's just put it to you this way. We have, let's just all simplify it this way, Chris Hansen. Climate change. Let's go ahead and say we live in a world of climate change in Los Angeles. Fine. We're an earthquake country as well. Yeah. And I used to do earthquake rehab work, and we now build houses with that in mind. And when an earthquake hits, nothing happens. Right. …”
“Who's wrong against her? Los Angeles is insane. Oh, Nithya Raman, who's worse, actually. I do. I do think Nithya Raman could be worse. Spencer Pratt, who I think we'll have in here pretty soon. All right, so here, let's just put it to you this way. We have, let's just all simplify it this way, Chris Hansen. Climate change. Let's go ahead and say we live in a world of climate change in Los Angeles. Fine. We're an earthquake country as well. Yeah. And I used to do earthquake rehab work, and we now build houses with that in mind. And when an earthquake hits, nothing happens. Right. Because we figured out the environment and we mitigated the things. And Rick Caruso sprayed his shopping center down with foam two days before the fires kicked in because he knew something and he prepared. You go to New Orleans. They have seawalls. They're below sea levels. But they build a seawall and then they can have a city. Well, they responded to …”
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In this segment, the hosts hilariously dissect the absurdity of Los Angeles politics regarding climate change, questioning if the city is truly that clueless to re-elect ineffective leaders. The comedic timing shines when they compare L.A.'s lack of proactive measures to other cities that have successfully managed their environmental challenges, leaving listeners both laughing and shaking their heads at the irony.
“… and benny parsons and ran like five races that year yeah and then the next year we ran all the you know like the half season big the big events with phil no with benny okay did you work on the car that phil flipped at daga no it was in our shop i was actually on the team that benny benny was in that race too we were in that and um well i really man That mess of Benny up. That wreck happened, you know, and he drove by. He was, I mean, he was a mess. Really? Oh, yeah. Oh, you look at it. I mean, you look at that car. I mean, good Lord. He thought it killed Phil. Yeah. And he was ready. We were …”
“that and uh then we kind of took that little core group at the middle of 1982 and made that little that team that went out with the 55 and benny parsons and ran like five races that year yeah and then the next year we ran all the you know like the half season big the big events with phil no with benny okay did you work on the car that phil flipped at daga no it was in our shop i was actually on the team that benny benny was in that race too we were in that and um well i really man That mess of Benny up. That wreck happened, you know, and he drove by. He was, I mean, he was a mess. Really? Oh, yeah. Oh, you look at it. I mean, you look at that car. I mean, good Lord. He thought it killed Phil. Yeah. And he was ready. We were going to let him get out, you know. But then all of a sudden, somebody comes, hey, Phil's all right. Phil's okay. And somehow we, you know, Benny pulled it back together.”
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Benny Parsons faced a terrifying moment during a race when Phil flipped his car, leading him to believe Phil was seriously injured. Initially overwhelmed by the chaos and fear, Benny managed to pull himself together when he learned that Phil was okay. This incident highlights the intense psychological pressures and mind games that racers endure on the track.
“because if it wasn't Phil Jackson, if it was somebody else who was less patient, who didn't have a patience like Phil Jackson, man, hey, man, get up out of here with all that. You know what I mean? But Phil knew. Like you say, Phil knew. He needs to decompress a little bit. Jordan was going to gamble in between finals games, playing 36 holes of golf. Joe, imagine Tom Brady before the Super Bowl, and then he out there on a Friday night, Tom Brady at a casino. So the …”
“because if it wasn't Phil Jackson, if it was somebody else who was less patient, who didn't have a patience like Phil Jackson, man, hey, man, get up out of here with all that. You know what I mean? But Phil knew. Like you say, Phil knew. He needs to decompress a little bit. Jordan was going to gamble in between finals games, playing 36 holes of golf. Joe, imagine Tom Brady before the Super Bowl, and then he out there on a Friday night, Tom Brady at a casino. So the Super Bowl is in Vegas, and they got Tom Brady at the Venetian or the wind, Red Rocks or somewhere at the blackjack table. Yeah, yeah. and that's different. The thing that basketball players can get away with, like on a way, you know, you can fly, like, you hear stories about Harden would come to Vegas, or he would be able to go back to... Yeah, yeah, …”
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Phil Jackson's unique coaching style allowed players like Michael Jordan to decompress in unconventional ways, such as gambling between finals games. This level of trust and patience is rare in coaching, contrasting sharply with more rigid approaches. Imagine Tom Brady hitting the casino before the Super Bowl—Jackson's methods challenge traditional sports discipline.
“… next to Trump in the Oval on Monday. Here's what he said. Are you completely on board with the current war on Iran? I know what you're trying to do, Phil. You're trying to drive a wedge between members of the administration, between me and the president. What the president said consistently, going back to 2015, and I agreed with him, is that Iran should not have a nuclear weapon. So there's no hesitation, given your past statements with the current operation? Well, I think one big difference, Phil, is that we have a smart president, whereas in the past we've had dumb presidents. And I trust …”
“… officials, one of whom texted that in the lead up to striking Iran, Vice President J.D. Vance made his opposition known, is, quote, skeptical, quote, worried about success, and, quote, just opposes the war. Vance was asked about this while standing next to Trump in the Oval on Monday. Here's what he said. Are you completely on board with the current war on Iran? I know what you're trying to do, Phil. You're trying to drive a wedge between members of the administration, between me and the president. What the president said consistently, going back to 2015, and I agreed with him, is that Iran should not have a nuclear weapon. So there's no hesitation, given your past statements with the current operation? Well, I think one big difference, Phil, is that we have a smart president, whereas in the past we've had dumb presidents. And I trust President Trump to get the job done. So that should do it, huh? it's uh too cute by half i would say from jd vance agree too cute by half and there there's been you know a series of stories about people gunning for rubio the real kind of behind the scenes jockeying people who want to draft rubio and i don't know how plausible that really is but what i …”
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J.D. Vance's attempt to distance himself from the Iran war policy backfired, revealing deep discomfort within the Trump administration. As Vance struggles to maintain his position, insiders suggest that donors prefer Marco Rubio, potentially signaling a shift in Republican dynamics. This tension could pave the way for a more isolationist candidate in future primaries.
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