Best Podcast Episodes About Western
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Updated: Apr 27, 2026 – 31 episodes
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“… at the most of their points, when you get 57 points from your bench and you getting consistent play night in and night out, Dylan Harper was what? Western Conference Rookie of the Year. And you got Kelton Johnson coming off your bench. Kelton Johnson can start for a lot of things. Dylan Harper probably should be in the starting lineup. But they say, you know what? We need that energy. We need those points coming off the bench because we know we're going to get from Vassell and we know we're going to get from Stephen Castle. So now you're getting, Joe, on a given night, you're getting somewhere …”
“… hoopers. And they run waves at you. They go every five to six minutes, they coming in with a new set. Yeah. Well, good luck keeping up with them. Because, look, they're top heavy. And most teams are. So don't think I'm saying it. But when you look at the most of their points, when you get 57 points from your bench and you getting consistent play night in and night out, Dylan Harper was what? Western Conference Rookie of the Year. And you got Kelton Johnson coming off your bench. Kelton Johnson can start for a lot of things. Dylan Harper probably should be in the starting lineup. But they say, you know what? We need that energy. We need those points coming off the bench because we know we're going to get from Vassell and we know we're going to get from Stephen Castle. So now you're getting, Joe, on a given night, you're getting somewhere between 30 and 40 points a night from two guys off the bench. Yeah, yeah. Yeah, you're right. And you know what? It seems as though nobody has a problem with it on their team neither. You know, they all vouch for one another. They play hard. They play the right way. You don't see nobody out there forcing nothing. And the game just looks easy, man. It …”
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The San Antonio Spurs are thriving thanks to their impressive bench, contributing 57 points on average per game, which keeps them competitive against top teams. With players like Dylan Harper and Kelton Johnson stepping up, the Spurs showcase a depth that allows them to run fresh waves of talent, making them a formidable opponent. This depth, combined with their star player Wimby, creates a dynamic that few teams can match.
“… him in person. I did not want to be in the same room with him. And did he show up? He did. I show up to this big building, which is at the center of Western University, It's like the initial buildings of the university. So they're all very old and they're made of stone. And that's where the president, all the vice presidents of the university have their offices. And that's where the office of the general counsel is, as well as the room where my hearing was held. We had to go through metal detectors, which I thought was an unsettling note to an already unsettling situation. My lawyer was with me. …”
“… was around Thanksgiving time of 2017. I was told that it would really be better for my credibility if I showed up to the hearing because I wanted to phone it in. I wanted to zoom into that thing. I did not want to be there. I did not want to see him in person. I did not want to be in the same room with him. And did he show up? He did. I show up to this big building, which is at the center of Western University, It's like the initial buildings of the university. So they're all very old and they're made of stone. And that's where the president, all the vice presidents of the university have their offices. And that's where the office of the general counsel is, as well as the room where my hearing was held. We had to go through metal detectors, which I thought was an unsettling note to an already unsettling situation. My lawyer was with me. His lawyer was with him. They tried to say that my victim advocate couldn't come in with me, but she fought for me. She was like, I told her I'm going to be in there. There's no literature that says I can't be in there. I'm going to be in there. My parents did come to the building, but they were not allowed to come inside the hearing room. So they …”
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In this gripping segment from the podcast 'Something Was Wrong,' a survivor recounts her harrowing experience with the Title IX process after being raped in 2017. She describes the unsettling atmosphere of the hearing, her struggles with the system, and the emotional toll of facing her attacker in a formal setting. This candid narrative sheds light on the complexities and challenges survivors face in seeking justice on college campuses.
“… untouched in his account. And I don't think we mentioned – I think some people speculate the fact that it was 500 euros on the nose and that it was Western Union and he had never used it meant that he was being told by somebody to get 500 euros wired via this way. But again, that's just internet speculation. Well, I also saw that it was his mom's decision. He just asked her to wire him some money and that she had decided that that – that was according to that documentary.”
“… out there with information who just don't know to cough it up, although that's probably exceedingly unlikely these days because of the exposure that this story's gotten. Yeah, one interesting tidbit is that they did find that those 500 euros were untouched in his account. And I don't think we mentioned – I think some people speculate the fact that it was 500 euros on the nose and that it was Western Union and he had never used it meant that he was being told by somebody to get 500 euros wired via this way. But again, that's just internet speculation. Well, I also saw that it was his mom's decision. He just asked her to wire him some money and that she had decided that that – that was according to that documentary.”
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Lars Mittank vanished from a Bulgarian airport in 2014, leaving behind his belongings, including his wallet, phone, and passport. Speculation surrounds the conflicting reports about his disappearance, with suggestions that police may have downplayed the case to protect tourism. Despite the mystery, his untouched 500 euros account raises further questions about his fate.
“… fuck up. You barely graduated high school and then you go over to the community college. You do a year there, right? And then you end up going to Western Kentucky for a year? Just one semester. It was all remedial classes at Vol State. And so it was just to try to even get you where you could go to a college. Yeah, you have the best joke I heard this morning. I was watching one of your stand-ups and you said they call it community college because they have a sense you're going to be staying in the community. show you the ropes of the community i had an old joke where i would say with community …”
“… let's play this and that. Kind of circus-y. Circus-y. And there's three of you? There's three of us. In what order are you in that? I'm the oldest. And then my brother Derek and then my sister Abigail. Okay. And you were, by all accounts, a pretty big fuck up. You barely graduated high school and then you go over to the community college. You do a year there, right? And then you end up going to Western Kentucky for a year? Just one semester. It was all remedial classes at Vol State. And so it was just to try to even get you where you could go to a college. Yeah, you have the best joke I heard this morning. I was watching one of your stand-ups and you said they call it community college because they have a sense you're going to be staying in the community. show you the ropes of the community i had an old joke where i would say with community college too i was like all my classes were outside because they were like you guys will be working outside one day but get you acclimated to the outdoors they just knew and all my jobs were outside before comedy i went and actually got a degree at a community college and transferred sometimes i think about trying to go get just a community college i …”
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Nate Bargatze hilariously reflects on his childhood Christmas when he received a real snake, revealing his family's quirky, circus-like dynamic. He shares a funny story about his dad catching snakes to entertain kids, blending nostalgia with humor about the realities of growing up and the unexpected wisdom of community college.
“… really care like the real talk i don't really care what happens in the playoffs in the west as long as we see san Antonio play Oklahoma City in that Western Conference finals. The rest of it, I mean, I'll cover it. I'll talk about it. I'll do the hits. I'll fulfill my job duties. That's what I want to see. And so I'm sorry that I grabbed the mic and went off like that.”
“… whole presti way and it's all working and it's all great but i am so excited about this and um uh and we are we are on the verge of it um and i can tell you no matter what they say this is this is they want to kill each other and so i for one don't really care like the real talk i don't really care what happens in the playoffs in the west as long as we see san Antonio play Oklahoma City in that Western Conference finals. The rest of it, I mean, I'll cover it. I'll talk about it. I'll do the hits. I'll fulfill my job duties. That's what I want to see. And so I'm sorry that I grabbed the mic and went off like that.”
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The highly anticipated Thunder-Spurs rivalry is set to ignite, fueled by the competitive spirits of Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren. After a playful exchange where Chet confidently addresses his future success, the excitement around their matchup grows, highlighting the contrasting personalities and styles of both teams. Fans can expect an electrifying showdown that transcends just basketball, as these young stars are ready to prove themselves against each other.
“So I think they're clearly establishing themselves as a third team in the Western Conference, which is better than I thought they would be. I just think that that top rung of two teams, including the defending champs. camps. And the other thing I'd say about the Spurs matchup is if you look at the Lakers stats, the nerdy stuff, they are one of the best two point scoring teams we've seen in a very long time. Luka is shooting like a thousand percent in the restricted area and the mid range. But guess what? Victor Wembenyama …”
“So I think they're clearly establishing themselves as a third team in the Western Conference, which is better than I thought they would be. I just think that that top rung of two teams, including the defending champs. camps. And the other thing I'd say about the Spurs matchup is if you look at the Lakers stats, the nerdy stuff, they are one of the best two point scoring teams we've seen in a very long time. Luka is shooting like a thousand percent in the restricted area and the mid range. But guess what? Victor Wembenyama does better than any player of the era. So that's that's really a strength against strength. And I'm a Spurs homer. I get it. But I would take the Wemby effect to cancel out a lot of that because he is such a geometry changing two point defender. But anyway, I'd end with this. I would love to see the third seeded Lakers play the two seeded Spurs in …”
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Imagine a playoff showdown between the third-seeded Lakers and the second-seeded Spurs—basketball paradise! Both teams are showcasing incredible talent, with Luka Doncic dominating the court and Victor Wembanyama redefining defense. This matchup could change the landscape of the Western Conference playoffs, making it a must-watch for fans.
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Concerns are rising about the Western Conference playoffs as injuries threaten key players, leaving only three strong contenders. Just weeks ago, there seemed to be five viable teams, but now the outlook has shifted dramatically, with Minnesota and Houston being mentioned as potential dark horses. The health of players like McDaniels and Edwards could make or break their chances.
“… Lakers Denver Timberwolves confo. Those are the three. that I would say. The Rockets are out. Yeah, they're not. Come on. They're not. They're not Western. They're not Western Conference. I don't care what their record is. I don't care where their standing is. They're not. They're not going to be in the West Finals, bro. That's not happening. So. I mean, with the Shen Goon thing and a 37-year-old that you could double team. Lakers. I'm out. I'm out. Nuggets. Timberwolves. If I had to power rank those, it would probably be Nuggets, Lakers, Timberwolves. Oh, interesting. Yeah. All right. Well, …”
“… you got to put defense Marcus Smart made some huge defensive plays. Here's what I'd say. I'd say there's two. There's two that are very clear favorites and that's the Thunder and the Spurs. Yes. And I would I think the Lakers deserve to be in the Lakers Denver Timberwolves confo. Those are the three. that I would say. The Rockets are out. Yeah, they're not. Come on. They're not. They're not Western. They're not Western Conference. I don't care what their record is. I don't care where their standing is. They're not. They're not going to be in the West Finals, bro. That's not happening. So. I mean, with the Shen Goon thing and a 37-year-old that you could double team. Lakers. I'm out. I'm out. Nuggets. Timberwolves. If I had to power rank those, it would probably be Nuggets, Lakers, Timberwolves. Oh, interesting. Yeah. All right. Well, unfortunately, I had to watch J.J. Redick concoct a game plan that allowed Rudy Gobert to turn into Bill Russell a year ago. That was wild. I forgot about that game until you just mentioned it. It was one of the worst things that's happened in NBA history. He went like 11 for 11 or something. It was one of the worst things that has happened in the …”
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The Lakers might actually be contenders in the playoffs, especially if they face teams like the Spurs. Despite doubts about their playoff experience, recent performances show they could be dangerous. With improved defense and key players like Marcus Smart, it's time to reconsider their potential.
“… do this. Well, we're just starting. I got, you know, one of the things I did when I first took over, I was getting suicide calls. Again, I went to Western Michigan. I'm not, I'm not prepared or educated to take those calls. And so we hired a social worker out of Hamilton, Jerry Germacca, wonderful guy, worked with the worst of the worst and came into the situation and looked at our group and said, okay, I'm in. He hired with us a female to work with the wives. We have a lot of players that have Alzheimer's, dementia, and Parkinson's, and the wives are the ones that are the caregivers. That's a …”
“… some help, and it's on its way June 2nd. So now that you've accomplished this, and congratulations, it's a great accomplishment for the alumni. What's next? What's the next thing you say, if I want to make it even better for the alumni, we have to do this. Well, we're just starting. I got, you know, one of the things I did when I first took over, I was getting suicide calls. Again, I went to Western Michigan. I'm not, I'm not prepared or educated to take those calls. And so we hired a social worker out of Hamilton, Jerry Germacca, wonderful guy, worked with the worst of the worst and came into the situation and looked at our group and said, okay, I'm in. He hired with us a female to work with the wives. We have a lot of players that have Alzheimer's, dementia, and Parkinson's, and the wives are the ones that are the caregivers. That's a hard job. And so they work with the wives. That's probably one of the best things we've done. So if we sit with three social workers, and Ben Scrivens is our third, he has all the papers on the wall but needs a lot more experience and he works peer-to-peer with players let's make it five we have a a doctor group that is extreme everything from dental …”
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A groundbreaking wellness plan for retired hockey players is set to transform their post-career lives, addressing critical health issues stemming from years of physical strain. With the backing of NHL leadership, this initiative will expand support services, including mental health resources and medical care, ensuring players have access to the help they need as they transition into retirement. This is just the beginning of a much-needed evolution in player care.
“… your appeal within three days. Am I understanding that? Yes. I have to decide if I want a hearing within three days. And the hearing committee at Western University at this time was made up of staff faculty and other students that attended or worked at Western University which in some ways is kind of problematic I notified them that I would like to appeal to a hearing, and they said, okay, we'll begin working on a date. I ended up dealing with the Office of the General Counsel, which is a big office of lawyers that work for Western University. At this point, we're up to what, four different …”
“… responsible, he could have appealed to a hearing too. But I think it was something like three days that you had to decide if you wanted to do a hearing or not. You're at a party and you receive this news and then you're essentially expected to prepare your appeal within three days. Am I understanding that? Yes. I have to decide if I want a hearing within three days. And the hearing committee at Western University at this time was made up of staff faculty and other students that attended or worked at Western University which in some ways is kind of problematic I notified them that I would like to appeal to a hearing, and they said, okay, we'll begin working on a date. I ended up dealing with the Office of the General Counsel, which is a big office of lawyers that work for Western University. At this point, we're up to what, four different offices? The Title IX Office, Office of the Dean of Students, the Advocates, and now we're adding in this fourth entity. Because they are the ones that scheduled this fake legal proceeding. I was told that that timeline would be a pretty quick turnaround. It was not. my hearing was around Thanksgiving time of 2017. Did you meet with the attorney prior …”
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In a harrowing account, a survivor of sexual assault recounts the traumatic experience of navigating the Title IX hearing process at Western University. Despite presenting significant evidence, including a notable genital laceration, the conclusion reached was insufficient evidence to hold the assailant accountable, leaving her feeling betrayed and unheard. The complexities of the legal proceedings, including the pressure to appeal within three days and the involvement of acquaintances in the hearing committee, highlight the challenges survivors face in seeking justice.
“Yes. Tim, politically and business-wise, what's happening through this phase, right? Is this phase of the Western Electric 500 also sort of the dawn of the end of the enlightened monopoly of AT&T here? That period, the 1950s, is sort of remembered, I think, by people, you know, sort of madmen kind of era, a lot of big business. But it was also the most active period of antitrust enforcement, maybe in US history, 50s and 60s. They were extremely aggressive. And one of the reasons is they were reacting to World War II. And the sense was that the Nazis and …”
“Yes. Tim, politically and business-wise, what's happening through this phase, right? Is this phase of the Western Electric 500 also sort of the dawn of the end of the enlightened monopoly of AT&T here? That period, the 1950s, is sort of remembered, I think, by people, you know, sort of madmen kind of era, a lot of big business. But it was also the most active period of antitrust enforcement, maybe in US history, 50s and 60s. They were extremely aggressive. And one of the reasons is they were reacting to World War II. And the sense was that the Nazis and the Japanese empire had been built on the back of monopoly. And there was a lot of worry that, you know, somehow monopoly and over monopolization of industry was going to start to bleed into fascism in the United States in some way. And so there's this aggressive thing, and it spills over into AT&T and they say, hey, we have this company. It's huge. …”
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The Western Electric 500 phone changed how we interact with communication devices forever. With its innovative dialing mechanism that translated each number into precise electrical pulses, it streamlined the calling process. This phone not only became an iconic symbol but also significantly altered people's relationships with technology, making it more accessible and user-friendly.
“… be even lower now. And it's not just China and the US. You see across Asian countries, They tend to be pretty optimistic. And then the U.S. and Western Europe tend to be pretty pessimistic about it. I think that less about the reality of AI and more about our media environment and who influences it Obviously you have the influence of Hollywood has created a lot of dystopian films about AI You got the fact that like we talked about, these CEOs are doing a horrible job and they keep talking about putting everyone out of business. I mean, this has, I think, been not accidental. I would say some …”
“… AI than the US. I think that Stanford did a study on AI optimism. They simply asked the question, do you think AI is going to be more beneficial than harmful? Something like 80% of people in China said yes. In the US, it was in the 30s, and it might be even lower now. And it's not just China and the US. You see across Asian countries, They tend to be pretty optimistic. And then the U.S. and Western Europe tend to be pretty pessimistic about it. I think that less about the reality of AI and more about our media environment and who influences it Obviously you have the influence of Hollywood has created a lot of dystopian films about AI You got the fact that like we talked about, these CEOs are doing a horrible job and they keep talking about putting everyone out of business. I mean, this has, I think, been not accidental. I would say some of these CEOs are speaking this way because they're not very good at comms. I think others are actually doing it because they see a strategy there. They're going for a regulatory capture agenda. Such a good point, Sachs. It's delusions of grandeur, plus they're positioning their companies. It could be for financing reasons, like you've mentioned, …”
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Americans are significantly more pessimistic about AI compared to other countries, with only about 30% believing it will be beneficial. This stark contrast stems from the influence of media and tech CEOs who often propagate fear rather than optimism. Meanwhile, countries like China report an 80% optimism rate, highlighting a critical communication failure in the U.S. tech industry.
“… away from the Lakers. That is giving credit to both Denver and Minnesota for the runs they have made. Those are teams that have been to multiple Western Conference finals. Now in Minnesota's case, they were able to get Edwards back. Even if he was a little late last night, the McDaniels thing is scary. Like they have to have him. and the week to week thing is that would make me a nervous wreck yeah I think that's fair to say because we don't have a lot of weeks you know I mean and they need him desperately you need that wing perimeter defender in the mix especially with who you are going to be …”
“… think you just want to win as many games as possible to get home home court advantage I'm just talking about preparing I think there's more to expose in a seven game series with the Lakers than I do the others because I'm not, I'm not, that's not taking away from the Lakers. That is giving credit to both Denver and Minnesota for the runs they have made. Those are teams that have been to multiple Western Conference finals. Now in Minnesota's case, they were able to get Edwards back. Even if he was a little late last night, the McDaniels thing is scary. Like they have to have him. and the week to week thing is that would make me a nervous wreck yeah I think that's fair to say because we don't have a lot of weeks you know I mean and they need him desperately you need that wing perimeter defender in the mix especially with who you are going to be going up against in this Western Conference playoffs. And so that is a bigger injury. We focus on star injuries. Of course. But a McDaniels injury is enormous towards what the ceiling can be for this version of the Minnesota team. And I think if you are Minnesota or Denver, there's just an institutional knowledge of beating the Lakers in the …”
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The Minnesota Timberwolves face a critical injury that could impact their playoff chances significantly. With key player Jaden McDaniels potentially sidelined, the team’s hopes of advancing against tough competitors like the Lakers are in jeopardy. As the playoffs approach, every injury carries weight, especially for teams with high aspirations.
“… But, I mean, they've got a playoffs that they've got to play. They're most important games of the season. Can you see him win three series in the Western Conference? I don't see it. he needs to jump on a plane with Luca head to Europe. What is going on with what's going on? What is going on? Is this an indictment of American doctors? Why do we have to fly over the Atlantic ocean to get these procedures done? I don't understand. I don't either. People do it. I watched it. There's great doctors here in America. They're more advanced. The thing is like, I got it with like the knee things and like, …”
“… but the non-linear recovery, I don't like the way that sounds. Yeah. That sounds like it can just flare up whenever it decides to. This feels like it's just going to be a bothersome thing until the offseason. That's it. Yeah. You know what I mean? But, I mean, they've got a playoffs that they've got to play. They're most important games of the season. Can you see him win three series in the Western Conference? I don't see it. he needs to jump on a plane with Luca head to Europe. What is going on with what's going on? What is going on? Is this an indictment of American doctors? Why do we have to fly over the Atlantic ocean to get these procedures done? I don't understand. I don't either. People do it. I watched it. There's great doctors here in America. They're more advanced. The thing is like, I got it with like the knee things and like, some of the injections. It's like some of this stuff that they try. Stem cells. Overseas. Yeah, yeah, yeah. I got it, right? There may be more of a business. Spin your blood. But what do they do with the hamstring? I don't know. I don't know. How are they more advanced at hamstring? I don't know. I just feel like it's crazy that we have to …”
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Anthony Edwards' injury concerns could derail the Timberwolves' playoff hopes. Despite his toughness and durability, lingering issues suggest he may not be at full strength during crucial games. With the playoffs approaching, the question arises: can they win without him, or do they need to seek treatment overseas?
“… Christ And so it's the hatred of Christ in Christ's name. It is the hatred of Christ in Christ's name. And Christianity is the framework on which Western civilization was built. It's like really removing it is like removing the skeleton from the body. The body just becomes a puddle. And so as I watch the people who have become part of this destructive toxin in the new media that so gloriously defeated the empire of lies, it doesn't really surprise me. And yet it appalls me that the things they are saying are exactly the same things that were being said in Weimar, Germany before it fell to the …”
“… It just amazing how central it is to the dissolution of the West And I explained a million times I just say it briefly that I believe that the hatred of Jews is the hatred of the Jewish God whom we know through his incarnation in the person of Jesus Christ And so it's the hatred of Christ in Christ's name. It is the hatred of Christ in Christ's name. And Christianity is the framework on which Western civilization was built. It's like really removing it is like removing the skeleton from the body. The body just becomes a puddle. And so as I watch the people who have become part of this destructive toxin in the new media that so gloriously defeated the empire of lies, it doesn't really surprise me. And yet it appalls me that the things they are saying are exactly the same things that were being said in Weimar, Germany before it fell to the Nazis, which just remember, and I especially remind all those people who send me pictures of Nazis as an anti-Semitic gesture, that the Nazis left Europe in rubble. And that does seem to be what happens when you forget your God. But let's just take a little look at this hateful ancient slur that it was one of the things that held me up in my …”
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The rise of anti-Semitism signals a troubling trend for Western civilization, often linked to the rejection of Christian values. This hatred, rooted in a long history, reflects a broader cultural dissolution that echoes the warnings from Weimar Germany before the rise of the Nazis. Understanding this connection is crucial as it reveals the consequences of abandoning foundational beliefs.
“I'm just saying the man's trophy. You can't clutter his trophy case. Oh, don't tell Window that. You just won Western Conference Defense Player of the Month. Actually, I just made a fool of myself. I didn't think that they named March player. I thought that they named March-April. I think they have in the past. So I literally just said on television, I literally just said on television right before when we broke, I said that it would be fascinating to know who would have won most improved. Because they were making the case. who could can yuka still win the mvp …”
“I'm just saying the man's trophy. You can't clutter his trophy case. Oh, don't tell Window that. You just won Western Conference Defense Player of the Month. Actually, I just made a fool of myself. I didn't think that they named March player. I thought that they named March-April. I think they have in the past. So I literally just said on television, I literally just said on television right before when we broke, I said that it would be fascinating to know who would have won most improved. Because they were making the case. who could can yuka still win the mvp and they were showing you know shea and yeah and wick victor and and luca's last 10 games or whatever yeah and i was like boy i would have been fascinating to know who would win march player of the month because it's such an incredible thing i'm like too bad they don't name one well as i'm doing this they're naming all the march awards are all …”
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Nikhil Alexander-Walker has more than doubled his scoring average this season, making him a standout candidate for Most Improved Player. Despite skepticism about awarding this honor to players in their third season, he embodies the essence of the award by showing significant growth on a winning team. As the season wraps up, the discussion highlights the importance of recognizing such achievements in the league.
“… for a while it's a difference your big guns out your big guns not playing Rui has been in those situations Rui was on the team that went to the Western Conference Finals Against Denver Rui was in the situation when they played When they were on the road And he hit big shot after big shot Joe you remember he hit big shot after big shot Against Memphis He and AR damn near single handedly Because LeBron like nope He kept beating them Kept beating them And then LeBron got him back When they got back to Got back to LA hey, Bronco, y'all done. Y'all done. It's over. It's over for y'all. And he had …”
“… bright over there in LA all the jokers that have been playing they've been in the NBA a while Rui's been in the league far too long they've been in the NBA for a while they ain't been in the Lakers under them type of lights and that type of pressure for a while it's a difference your big guns out your big guns not playing Rui has been in those situations Rui was on the team that went to the Western Conference Finals Against Denver Rui was in the situation when they played When they were on the road And he hit big shot after big shot Joe you remember he hit big shot after big shot Against Memphis He and AR damn near single handedly Because LeBron like nope He kept beating them Kept beating them And then LeBron got him back When they got back to Got back to LA hey, Bronco, y'all done. Y'all done. It's over. It's over for y'all. And he had that monster game the last game. But I think that's why I couldn't coach him. That's because they was expecting too much from Aiden last night. Just keep it 100. I mean, from a number one overall draft pick that's seven foot tall, that's in a contract year, I'm expecting too much? Yeah, because the guys who he typically play off of, hell, they ain't …”
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The Lakers' recent performance highlights the pressure of playing under the bright lights of LA, especially when star players are absent. With key figures like LeBron sidelined, players like Deandre Ayton are scrutinized for their inability to step up, leading to a magnified examination of their skills. This situation showcases how the absence of big guns can shift expectations and reveal weaknesses in the team dynamic.
“… it is kind of fun to learn that because of that DNA analysis that we now have at our fingertips and fossil evidence, we know that squirrels went to Western North America 35 to 40 million years ago. Because squirrels like to get around, as we will see. They crossed a land bridge to Eurasia about 10 million years after that. And then as soon as they could, as soon as Eurasia met up with Africa about 20 million years ago, they went, all right, we're in Africa now, too, because squirrels like to get around. They, as you will see, well, we'll just tease that and say squirrels like to get around. Yeah, …”
“… It was either Pixar or Disney had an animated movie where the dog would just stop and go, Squirrel! Anytime there's a squirrel, I can't remember which one it was. I don't remember. It wasn't that long ago. But before we move on to ground squirrels, it is kind of fun to learn that because of that DNA analysis that we now have at our fingertips and fossil evidence, we know that squirrels went to Western North America 35 to 40 million years ago. Because squirrels like to get around, as we will see. They crossed a land bridge to Eurasia about 10 million years after that. And then as soon as they could, as soon as Eurasia met up with Africa about 20 million years ago, they went, all right, we're in Africa now, too, because squirrels like to get around. They, as you will see, well, we'll just tease that and say squirrels like to get around. Yeah, I mean, you put one tree next to another, squirrel's going to go from tree to tree. Put another tree, squirrel's going to go to the next tree. And if you put trees all the way across one continent to another, they're going to migrate. That's just what they do. And that's what they did. But if I thought I loved squirrels before, now that I know that …”
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Squirrels are not just cute rodents; they have a fascinating history that dates back 35 to 40 million years in North America. This segment explores how these creatures migrated across continents and how their playful behavior in urban settings, like Atlanta, showcases their adaptability. From a former squirrel hater to a newfound admirer, the host shares a personal journey of appreciation for these lively mammals that thrive in our cities.
“… But I think it's also like about an Australian becoming alienated from like where he like, it's about Australians becoming alienated from like the Western world or like the way the Western world works and the way the Western world operates on the rest of the world. Right. And he's going in there being like, I'm like these British guys and these Americans, right? Like I'm in this mix and then becoming alienated from which I think is so interesting, especially that it's Weir's last Australian film before he joins Hollywood. And he does so well in Hollywood. And I don't ever feel like he like, you …”
“… but he's basically removed any of the satirical edge from the character. He is presenting it very earnestly, but he is also presenting kind of how unimportant he is. And even in the framework of it being like, oh, right, he's not telling the story. But I think it's also like about an Australian becoming alienated from like where he like, it's about Australians becoming alienated from like the Western world or like the way the Western world works and the way the Western world operates on the rest of the world. Right. And he's going in there being like, I'm like these British guys and these Americans, right? Like I'm in this mix and then becoming alienated from which I think is so interesting, especially that it's Weir's last Australian film before he joins Hollywood. And he does so well in Hollywood. And I don't ever feel like he like, you know, he never like made shit there. Right. Like he always did his own movies. But it's interesting that he sort of says farewell to Australia by with that. And the first films are just so thoroughly about him interrogating his own sense of identity as an Australian of his generation and how he sees the world from that experience. Well, I mean, the …”
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In 'The Year of Living Dangerously,' Peter Weir explores the complexities of character development through the protagonist Guy, who is shaped by the events around him rather than driving the action. This film is a pivotal point in Weir's career, reflecting his transition from Australian cinema to Hollywood while interrogating themes of identity and ethical decision-making. The discussion highlights how Guy's shallow ambition leads to a critical, albeit flawed, ethical choice, showcasing Weir's nuanced storytelling.
“… it works, but they die fast. They're just not built to be beat on like a NAS is going to beat on a drive. So getting NAS grade drives, I think the Western Digital Reds are those. The Seagate makes a couple. I really like the Seagate Exos EXOS drives. Those are what I've kind of standardized on in mine. There's the Iron Wolf drives. I had issues. I think I got some of the beta or early release Iron Wolf drives I had a lot of problems with Iron Wolf drives early on so much so that I just stopped buying them Other people have said they work great for them so your mileage may vary It might be …”
“NAS rated drives or at least enterprise grade drives because these are going to be running all the time. And your desktop... I've used a NAS with desktop grade drives. I mean, it works, but they die fast. They're just not built to be beat on like a NAS is going to beat on a drive. So getting NAS grade drives, I think the Western Digital Reds are those. The Seagate makes a couple. I really like the Seagate Exos EXOS drives. Those are what I've kind of standardized on in mine. There's the Iron Wolf drives. I had issues. I think I got some of the beta or early release Iron Wolf drives I had a lot of problems with Iron Wolf drives early on so much so that I just stopped buying them Other people have said they work great for them so your mileage may vary It might be different than mine, but I couldn't wait to get those Iron Wolf drives out of my Synology and get them over. The Exos drives were great. and you know i like i it's been a little while since i bought a drive so i i don't want to uh say but you can find them on amazon you can find them on new egg bnh photo sometimes has drives um there are times there was a …”
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Using desktop drives in a NAS can lead to quick failures, but NAS-rated drives like Western Digital Reds and Seagate Exos are built to last. The speaker shares personal experiences with different brands, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right drives for long-term performance. Discovering how to save money by 'shucking' external drives adds a clever twist to the drive selection process.
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