I explore the big ideas that bring us together and meet the people who make them happen. Musings on news, life, and television. A few minutes a day, five days a week. Hosted by James Brown is an award winning journalist whose work has appeared on WXXI, PBS, NPR, BBC, and a slew of other places from sea to shining sea. He's the former host of USA TODAY's 5 Things, now The Excerpt. My work is proudly produced in Rochester, New York. My goal is to create a diverse array of projects in the style ...
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Musings on media, culture, and the modern condition. A few minutes a day, five days a week. Hosted by James Brown, an award-winning journalist whose work has appeared on WXXI, PBS, NPR, BBC, and a slew of other places from sea to shining sea. He's the former host of USA TODAY's 5 Things, now The Excerpt. Join James for sharp, witty commentary on the latest economic trends, social phenomena, and cultural shifts shaping our world. In just two minutes, 'Commentary from James Brown' breaks down ...
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Welcome to Bedroom Talk with James Brown Jr. We will be discussing life, love, relationship tips, joy vs happiness, business, and all the above to help you in this journey we call life. Welcome!
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The Rush Hour Melbourne Catch Up - 105.1 Triple M Melbourne - James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless
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Triple M’s Rush Hour with James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless will get you home from 4-6pm Monday to Friday. They’ve got you stitched up, with the biggest names in town joining them in the studio every day. Plus your favourite segments like Billy’s Bake, what have you seen…unusual, the Idiot File & Billy’s Joke. If it bounces, rolls or scores, then these two characters will have it covered in ways only they can.
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The discussion presented by the speaker elucidates a profound transformation within the landscape of television programming, emphasizing the stark contrast between the traditional narrative-driven shows that once populated the airwaves and the contemporary era characterized by the prevalence of sports and reality programming. The speaker articulate…
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TV Used to Give Us Characters. Now It Gives Us Kickoffs
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1:47There used to be a cadence to the week on broadcast TV. Monday was for The Fresh Prince. Thursday was for Friends. Tuesday? That was Frasier, 3rd Rock from the Sun, maybe NewsRadio if you were lucky. And somewhere in there, a show like ER or Law & Order reminded you what great writing could do. NBC, once the home of Must See TV, has benched most of…
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Jono Brown, Damien Barrett's Round 8 Wrap, Stevie J's Political Knowledge - The Rush Hour podcast - Monday 5th May 2025
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1:06:47Billy is up and about after the Cats win, we revisit BT being a quiz question, and we kick the show off with the All Sports Report, as an Aussie again dominates on the World Stage. Damian Barrett is in studio with his positives and negatives from round 8, then it's Monday Brag Artist. JB had a bank issue, Lions legend Brisbane Jonathan Brown is in …
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Jarrod Berry, Nitro Circus Daredevil Ryan Williams, Weird Dates - The Rush Hour podcast - Tuesday 13th May 2025
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1:04:28We can't help but break things in our studio, but we crack on with the All Sports Report - as Billy struggles to get his head around Damian Hardwick's fixture idea. Nitro Circus daredevil Ryan Williams leaps his BMX bike over the top of Billy, and talks about what else the Nitro Circus tour will bring when it comes to Australia in October. Topics B…
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Mark Ricciuto, Todd from Barwon Heads, Billy's Big Day - The Rush Hour podcast - Monday 12th May 2025
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1:03:22We belatedly celebrate JB's birthday, then a croaky-voiced Billy kicks into the All Sports Report. Damian Barrett is in studio with his positives and negatives from round 9 - and he's not making friends out of either JB or Billy. Todd from Barwon Heads invades the Monday Brag Artist to give Billy a serve about the Cats, Virat Kohli retires from Tes…
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I’m not Catholic. A new pope doesn’t change my day-to-day. But when that white smoke rises, I still stop and watch. Not because I’m caught up in doctrine, but because I’m drawn to rhythm. There’s something timeless about that moment. Ancient rituals unfolding live on HD. The crowd gathered in St. Peter’s Square, the balcony curtains parting, the na…
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The salient point articulated by the speaker centers upon the enduring significance of ancient rituals, particularly as exemplified by the traditional process of papal selection, which, despite the rapid modernization of contemporary society, continues to evoke a profound sense of reverence and awe. The speaker reflects on the stark contrast betwee…
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Daisy Thomas' Biggest Disappointments, JB Makes History, Craft Brownless - The Rush Hour Sunday Session - Sunday 11th May 2025
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50:32We look back at an enormous week - with Daisy Thomas, Craft Brownless, Gold Coast's Mac Andrew, bad Mother's Day Gifts, Jonathan Brown, JB making history, the bloke who scored 50 points on Josh Giddey, an Idiot Song, and Billy's sexy neighbour joke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Tex Walker, Jo Weston, Idiot Song - The Rush Hour podcast - Thursday 8th May 2025
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1:03:30Billy is fascinated by the process of choosing a new Pope, then the All Sports Report features AFL team news, and an interesting socials comment from Harley Reid. Vixens and Diamonds superstar Jo Weston is in studio - and she puts Billy through a recruitment interview. Topics Brayshaw is looking for your ridiculous coincidences, Rabs has found an B…
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Mac Andrew, Chelsea Frawley and 'MakeUp-Gate', JB Makes History - The Rush Hour podcast - Wednesday 7th May 2025
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59:49We start the show by reliving one of Billy's most classic cockups, before kicking into the All Sports Report - where he makes several more, and threatens to walk off the show! Chelsea Frawley is in studio to talk about Spud's Game on Friday night, and we dig deep into the archives and play the infamous "MakeUp-Gate" segment from the Saturday Rub. H…
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The central theme of this podcast episode revolves around the diminishing role of books in contemporary education, particularly within middle school classrooms. A disconcerting statistic reveals that a mere 17% of middle school teachers affirm that books remain integral to their pedagogical methodologies. This assertion prompts a reflection on the …
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From Pages to Screens: The Alarming Shift Away from Literary Engagement in Education
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2:21The salient point articulated by James Brown in this discourse pertains to the diminishing role of literature within contemporary educational paradigms, as evidenced by a disconcerting statistic revealing that a mere 17% of middle school educators affirm the centrality of books in their pedagogical practices. Brown's poignant recollection of his ow…
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Daisy Thomas, Ryan Daniels WA Footy Report, The Man Who Dropped Fiddy on Giddey - the Rush Hour podcast - Tuesday 6th May 2025
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1:01:19The boys start the show with a flashback to a classic boxing moment, before ripping into the All Sports Report - and it's the 'end of an error at Sant Antonio'. Daisy Thomas is in studio to give his top 5 disappointments of the 2025 season so far, and Topics Brownless wants to know about your worst Mother's Day gift. Craft Brownless is back with Ne…
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The salient point of the discourse elucidated by the speaker pertains to the disquieting phenomenon of recruitment bots inundating job seekers with hollow outreach, an occurrence that diminishes the authenticity of human interaction within the employment landscape. He articulates a poignant observation regarding the emotional ramifications experien…
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The episode delves into the increasingly prevalent phenomenon of recruiter bots reaching out to job seekers, a development that has elicited a profoundly disheartening response from those affected. I recount an anecdote involving a connection on LinkedIn who received outreach from two distinct recruiter bots within a single day, an occurrence that,…
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Craft, Topics, and Segments Brownless, Plus Jordan Lewis and Kamdyn McIntosh - The Rush Hour Sunday Session - Sunday 4th May 2025
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1:00:39Have a look back at an enormous week on riple M's Rush Hour, featuring Billy's new Top 5 segment, Carlton's Mitch McGovern, Topics Brownless, Kamdyn & Brooke McIntosh, Craft Brownless, an Idiot File, Jordan Lewis, and Billy's Grandpa Joke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Bởi Triple M
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The Strange Grace of Waiting Rooms: Time, Trust, and Peppermints
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1:58The focal point of this episode revolves around the profound and often overlooked experience of waiting rooms. Within these spaces, time appears to warp, leading us to anticipate brief intervals that invariably extend far beyond our expectations. The speaker observes that the stillness and lack of stimulation in waiting rooms contribute significant…
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The discourse presented by Speaker A meticulously elucidates the profound psychological implications inherent in the experience of waiting rooms, positing that such environments transcend mere temporal inconvenience to encapsulate a complex interplay of trust and existential contemplation. He articulates that individuals enter these spaces with the…
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Jordan Lewis, Jack Crisp, Idiot File - The Rush Hour podcast - Thursday 1st May 2025
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1:05:16It's ratings day and JB and Billy are flying. We kick off the show with the All Sports Report, before Collingwood's Jack Crisp calls in ahead of his 245th consecutive AFL match on Saturday - a new record. Topics Brownless goes to an old classic, JB has a story about the great Sir Don Bradman, and Herby is in studio with some social media feedback f…
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Steven Baker, Jay Z Clark Returns, Bill's Sports Names Craft - The Rush Hour podcast - Wednesday 30th April 2025
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58:20We kick off with Billy's All Sports Report - as Kane Cornes draws the ire of the North Melbourne Football Club. Jay Z Clark makes his long awaited return to the show with footy's biggest headlines, then Ben and Chris battle it out in the Hump Day Quiz. JB's Traffic Party has an all points bulletin aimed at Victorian Driving Instructors, and Bily wr…
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The discourse presented within the podcast episode elucidates the phenomenon of "tip fatigue," a pervasive sentiment characterized by the growing discontent towards digital prompts that encourage gratuity in service settings. The speaker, James Brown, articulates the findings of a recent Wall Street Journal survey, which reveals that a significant …
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Are Digital Tip Requests Diminishing Our Generosity?
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2:07The primary focus of this podcast episode revolves around the phenomenon of "tip fatigue," a sentiment expressed by many regarding the increasing prevalence of digital prompts for gratuity. We explore the observations made by the Wall Street Journal, indicating that a significant portion of the population perceives these digital nudges as excessive…
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Todd Goldstein and Tristan Xerri, Kamdyn and Brooke McIntosh, Billy's Straya Moments - The Rush Hour podcast - Tuesday 29th April 2025
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1:00:08The Warrnambool Carnival is under way, and so is Billy with his All Sports Report. Kamdyn McIntosh is in studio alongside his sister Brooke - who is running a full lap around Australia to aid mental health group the Blue Tree Project. Topics Brownless wants to know what you've been dragged along to, and JB talks about his son voting in an election …
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Mitch McGovern, Damian Barrett, What Is Liverpool's Logo - The Rush Hour podcast - Monday 28th April 2025
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59:07Rabs is up and about because Liverpool sealed the EPL title, and Billy kicks off the show with the All Sports Report - and a visit from one of our most famous callers. Damian Barrett is in studio with plenty to talk about from Round 7, and we want you to tell us about something amazing you did with Monday Brag Artist. Billy has some news you might'…
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The podcast elucidates the intricate dynamics of the NFL draft, encapsulating the themes of hope, hype, and heartbreak that pervade this annual event. The speakers articulate that for a brief period, aspirations take precedence as teams endeavor to secure transformative talent, thus selling dreams to their fervent fan bases. This phenomenon engende…
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The NFL Draft: A Stage for Hope, Hype, and Heartbreak
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1:56The central theme of this podcast episode revolves around the intricate dynamics of the NFL draft, where hope, hype, and heartbreak converge. We delve into the emotional landscape that envelops fans and teams alike during this significant event, characterized by an overwhelming sense of optimism despite the inherent uncertainties. As we examine the…
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Craft Brownless, Max Gawn, Idiot Song - The Rush Hour Sunday Session - Sunday 27th April 2025
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45:37Take a look back at a short but big week - with Craft Brownless, JB's emails, Ben Dixon, Topics Brownless, The Hump Day Quiz, Max Gawn, Billy's new shoes, an Idiot Song, and a joke about stolen underpants. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Bởi Triple M
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Jobe Watson, Ben Dixon, Billy's New Shoes - The Rush Hour podcast - Thursday 24th April 2025
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1:01:25Billy debuts a new pair of shoes... and they're a bit noisy. Then we get into the show with the All Sports Report. Essendon legend Jobe Watson is in studio to talk about the ANZAC Day game against Collingwood, and he has a little clip for his old man Tim! Topics Rabs is in the house with petty neighbour disputes, Billy has some news you might've mi…
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Isaac Quaynor, Rhys Stanley, JB's Election Concern - The Rush Hour podcast - Wednesday 23rd April 2025
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54:32Billy's All Sports Report kicks off the show - including more craft from Billy. Kane and Brandon battle it out for some great prizes in the Hump Day Quiz, before Collingwood's Isaac Quaynor rings in to talk about the ANZAC Day game against Essendon. JB had a concern about the Federal Election today, Billy has some news you might've missed, and JB h…
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Max Gawn, Todd from Barwon Heads, Billy's Twins Craft - The Rush Hour podcast - Tuesday 22nd April 2025
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1:01:41Billy is a lot worse for wear after Geelong's win yesterday, but we eventually manage to get to the All Sports Report - including Noah Balta's court sentence, and Oscar Piastri achieving a 15-year Formula 1 first. The AFL's Cal Twomey is in studio with some takeaways from Round 6 - including growing concern over the four-umpire system. Billy is ver…
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Billy's Katy Perry Craft, Damo Gets Tricked, Calsher Dear - The Rush Hour Sunday Session - Sunday 20th April 2025
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1:00:44Look back at a massive week on Triple M's Rush Hour, as Damian Barrett reveals how Billy tricked him at a lunch, and Billy looks at the best moments of Gather Round. Revisit Billy's Katy Perry-inspired craft, Port Adelaide's Jason Horne-Francis, and Topics Brownless. Freo's Josh Treacy and Murphy Reid were in studio, Billy has an enormous Idiot Fil…
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Idiot File, Calsher Dear Finds A Namesake, Jonathan Brown - The Rush Hour podcast - Thursday 17th April 2025
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1:04:04JB's back in the studio as Billy kicks off a pre-Long Weekend show with an All Sports Report. Hawthorn's Calsher Dear is in studio, and finds out he's no longer the only Calsher in the world, then Topics Brownless wants to know when your parent has embarrassed you. A quick hit of footy news precedes Herby's social media feedback - as the family rip…
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Max Gawn, Jason Horne-Francis, AFL Membership Numbers - The Rush Hour podcast - Wednesday 16th April 2025
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55:42The best caller in footy Jack Heverin is in JB's chair today, as we recap something that Opals superstar Bec Allen said about him. We move into the All Sports Report, then Port Adelaide's Jason Horne-Francis calls in after their big win over the Hawks. Lisa and Ben battle it out in the Hump Day Quiz, Billy has some news you might've missed - as Wil…
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Josh Treacy & Murphy Reid, Jack Bowes, Billy's Katy Perry Craft - The Rush Hour podcast - Tuesday 15th April 2025
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53:37A late start to the show means an abridged All Sports Report, then Fremantle's Josh Treacy and Murphy Reid are in studio ahead of their clash with the Demons at the Triple MCG on Saturday. Topics Brownless wants to know what you've dropped, we've got some AFL injury news, and 7 Rules when Attending the Masters. Billy has pieced together some craft …
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Lachie Fogarty, Gather Round Dustiness, Damian Barrett - The Rush Hour podcast - Monday 14th April 2025
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1:00:29JB, Billy, and Rabs are all a little worse for wear after Gather Round, but nothing can stop them from kickstarting the show with the All Sports Report - as Oscar Piastri has another dominant F1 victory. Damian Barrett is in studio to wrap up the positives and negatives of Gather Round, including his own afternoon with Cashies Brownless. We want yo…
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Who Broke The Screen?, Gather Round Fun, Simon O'Donnells Two Aces - The Rush Hour Sunday Session - Sunday 13th April 2025
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54:26The boys look back on a big week - including Lehmo's List of the Most Melbourne Things You Can Do, A Brag Artist appearance from Simon O'Donnell, Billy's SA Quiz at Gather Round, JB allegedly breaking one of our studio screens, Opals superstar Bec Allen, SA Premier Peter Malinauskas, Topics Brayshaw, and Billy's Yoga Teacher Joke See omnystudio.com…
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JB & Billy Live at Gather Round! - The Rush Hour podcast - Thursday 10th April 2025
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56:01JB, Billy, and Rabs are live at the Queen's Head Hotel near the Adelaide Oval to kick off Gather Round. Nick Riewoldt joins the boys, before Billy gets into the All Sports Report. Billy runs a South Australian Quiz with the punters, then Mitch Cleary phones in with some late breaking news. Crows legend Mark Ricciuto pops over for a chat, as does So…
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Tom Hawkins, Opals Star Bec Allen, Who Broke The Screen? - The Rush Hour podcast - Wednesday 9th April 2025
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57:59JB is back in the studio! So we celebrate with a different start to the All Sports Report, before Opals superstar Bec Allen joins the boys in studio as she prepares to play in the WNBA for the Chicago Fire. Billy's Hump Day Quiz sees Cooper and Adam battle it out for some great prizes, then Geelong legend Tom Hawkins phones in to declare his eligib…
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Red Dots in a Blue City: The Erosion of Political Voice
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3:09The central theme of this podcast episode revolves around the concept of living in a one-party town within a one-party state, specifically exemplified by New York. I delineate the stark contrast between the urban areas, characterized by their unwavering loyalty to the Democratic Party, and the rural regions, which exhibit a profound allegiance to R…
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One party town, One party state: The illusion of choice
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3:09The discourse articulated by Speaker A foregrounds the pervasive phenomenon of a singular political dominance, encapsulated in the phrase "one party town, one party state," particularly exemplified by the dynamics within New York. The speaker elucidates the stark dichotomy between urban centers, characterized by a robust Democratic affiliation, and…
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Darcy Fogarty, Lehmo's Son's New Gig, JB Reviews White Lotus - The Rush Hour podcast - Tuesday 8th April 2025
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1:00:17JB starts us off by assessing the appearance of the hosts, then Billy whips through the All Sports Report - with plenty of footy news heading into Gather Round. Lehmo is in studio to talk about his Gather Round show with Titus O'Reilly, and his son's one-off MICF gig! Topics Brayshaw wants to know what annoys the crap out of you, then Billy has som…
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Gold Coast's John Noble, Damian Barrett is Super Positive, Simon O'Donnell's Two Aces - The Rush Hour podcast - Monday 7th April 2025
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59:25JB is in Port Fairy and can only see half of Billy's head, but we kick things off with a full All Sports Report. Damian Barrett is in studio to wrap up round 4 with his positives and negatives - with a look at Adelaide's history of being robbed late in close games. Monday Brag Artist has a special caller - as Simon O'Donnell rings in to talk about …
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The Last Refuge: Embracing the Serenity of Train Travel
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2:56Train travel is heralded as the last refuge from the relentless encroachments of modern life. I discuss the unique qualities that render train journeys profoundly human, with an absence of intrusive security measures and the necessity of digital devices. Unlike air travel, one requires merely a ticket and a modicum of time to embark on this experie…
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From Rochester to New York: A Journey Through the Good and Bad of Amtrak
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2:56The discourse presented by Speaker A elucidates the notion that train travel epitomizes a rare sanctuary amidst an increasingly monitored and commodified world. They articulate that the experience of traversing landscapes by train remains uniquely human, devoid of the intrusive security protocols that characterize contemporary air travel, thereby p…
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Alex Carey, A Chaotic Quiz, Erin Phillips - The Rush Hour Sunday Session - Sunday 6th April 2025
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52:15JB and Billy look back at another week of gold, including a chat two-sport superstar Erin Phillips, a tribute to the late Andrew Krakouer, Sheffield Shield winner Alex Carey, weird phobias, a Hump Day Quiz where both contestants had the same name, Billy's enormous Idiot File, and a VERY fruity joke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…
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