Best Josh Hobbs Podcasts (2025)

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39. How Should We Motivate Cosmopolitanism? With Luke Ulas and Josh Hobbs 46:08

16d ago46:08

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Luke Ulas from the University of Sheffield and Josh Hobbs from the University of Leeds are both interested in cosmopolitanism. Cosmopolitanism is a name used for a few different political ideas, but the core thought, according to the Stanford Encyclopaedia of Philosophy, is "the idea that all human beings, regardless of their political affiliation,…

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Kerstin Schulze (Killer Clown "High Tower") Interview "Comedic Actress & Director" Show #257 25:17

9h ago25:17

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Send us a text Here is a fun interview with Actress Kerstin Schulze, originally from Germany, now a glowing star in Hollywood. She has done commercials with Tina Fey & Kathy Bates, acted with Will Arnett & Amy Schumer, Director & Writer on a couple comedy short films, AND played "Hightower" an ACD Killer Clown! ...she has done it all! A really fun …

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Bonus: The Lab Leak Goes Mainstream 1:21:09

31m ago1:21:09

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By popular demand we are releasing last month's Patreon bonus episode on the main feed! We chart the transformation of the lab leak from an unfounded theory promoted by right-wing cranks to an unfounded theory promoted by liberal journalists. Where to find us: Peter's newsletter Peter's other podcast, 5-4 Mike's other podcast, Maintenance Phase Tha…

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Jeff Cesario Standup Comedy Bonus Show #126 7:51

20m ago7:51

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Send us a text On this short standup comedy set, we have Emmy Award Winner Jeff Cesario. He started out as a standup comic (worked my clubs a couple times) and went on as a comedy writer and producer. His Emmy's were for writing on the "Dennis Miller Live" Special, and also was one of the main writers for Garry Shandlings "Larry Sanders Show". He a…

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Firebirds Weekly: Dustin Alameda Royal Retros 30:27

1d ago30:27

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Dustin Alameda owner of Royal Retros joined the show to talk about the start of Royal Retros and his love of sports.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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40. How do you decide whether law enforcement and national security operations are ethically justified? With Joe Fogarty 49:43

1d ago49:43

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Joe Fogarty has spent over 30 years working in national security and law enforcement, in the UK and elsewhere. He's currently working on cyber-security risks and organised crime for the UK's central government, as the Head of the Government's Cyber Resilience Centre. Recently, he's been looking at security and law enforcement through a philosophica…

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Bobby Slayton, Don Friesen, & Jeff Jena "Great Standup Comedy" Show #256 18:07

3d ago18:07

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Send us a text In the world of stand-up comedy, Bobby Slayton, Don Friesen, and Jeff Jena each bring their unique perspectives to the stage, offering a rich tapestry of humor for their audiences. Bobby Slayton, often referred to as the "pit bull of stand-up comedy," is known for his edgy and relatable material that pushes boundaries and captivates …

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Bot Armies, Dead Internet, and Misinformation Farms with Amil Khan 39:43

4d ago39:43

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With endless bot armies infiltrating social media feeds and harnessing the algorithm to control narratives and public opinion, our media system is becoming increasingly polluted. How long will it be before the internet is officially “dead,” where more comments and views are bots than human? Our conversation this week is with Amil Khan, a former Reu…

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Firebirds Weekly: Arthur Hobbs & Brandon Sesay 54:59

6d ago54:59

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Albany Firebirds Defensive Backs Coach Arthur Hobbs joins The Nest to talk about his path in football including time with the San Diego Chargers. We are also have Albany Firebirds Defensive Coordinator Brandon Sesay to talk about the season so far and the teams 9-0 start.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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"Best Of" Series- Interview with Standup Comic & Radio Star-Tim Bedore Show #255 1:03:13

10d ago1:03:13

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Send us a text Part of the "Best Of" Series: Another good interview show featuring headliner Tim Bedore from Minneapolis. He started in Radio, became a good standup comedy Headliner and is famous for his "Bob & Tom" Radio segments called "Vague But True". We get to hear one recorded live on the air. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.…

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John Henton Standup Comedy Bonus Show #125 5:36

14d ago5:36

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Send us a text A talented young guy worked for me a couple times, and went on to be a strong National, and television standup comic; here is a short comedy set by John Henton. Some very funny material about Prince and on being an African-American in Hawaii....very funny! John Henton achieved national recognition for his engaging and witty performan…

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Firebirds Weekly: Andrew Santillo 20:25

14d ago20:25

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Albany Firebirds play by play man Andrew Santillo joins The Nest to talk about his career path.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Isiah Scott & Marquel Wade 25:58

14d ago25:58

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Albany Firebirds Wide Recievers Isiah Scott and Marquel Wade joins The Nest to talk about thier path to Albany as well as a recap on the season to date.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Three Funny Standup Comics: Jack Mayberry, Cash Levy, & Steve Bruner #254 25:36

17d ago25:36

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Send us a text Jack Mayberry, Cash Levy, and Steve Bruner are seasoned stand-up comedians who each bring a unique perspective to the comedy stage. Jack Mayberry, with his charming Texas drawl, cleverly weaves in serious topics like religion and drug use, turning them into humorous narratives that resonate with audiences nationwide. Cash Levy, celeb…

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Media Literacy with Renee Hobbs 32:14

22d ago32:14

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The average American's worldview is under constant assault from propaganda. Between the 5,000 advertisements we see daily, for profit journalism, and virtually every post on social media, the gulf between reality and the myths we are surrounded by has never been wider. And with the widespread adoption of algorithms guiding this entire process, we a…

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The Nest Postgame Show: Trevon Shorts 31:37

23d ago31:37

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We breakdown the 71-55 win for the Albany Firebirds over the Nashville Kats, we are joined by linebacker and fullback Trevon Shorts.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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The Nest Pregame Show: Gary Compton 12:16

25d ago12:16

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The Nest Previews the Nashville Kats and the Albany Firebirds game kicking off at 7 pm with Gary Compton AF1 Director of Football Operations.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Ian Williams - "Stand-up Comedy to Teaching" Interview Show #253 34:10

26d ago34:10

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Send us a text Ian Williams, who embarked on his stand-up comedy journey at 24 while studying at the University of Illinois, has long navigated the challenging balance between his comedic passion and his roles as a high school and special education teacher. Faced with the evolving dynamics of comedy clubs often catering to younger audiences, Ian ha…

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Larry Wilson "What is Magic" Standup Comedy Bonus Show #124 9:15

28d ago9:15

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Send us a text On this Bonus Show, my good Friend and Comic/Magician of theYear...Larry Wilson, explains the difference between Magic and being Fooled...very funny! He has a great story to make his point. His standup comedy and magic has always been a hit with the audiences. Be sure to check out Larry Wilson's Podcast: "How to Talk to Humans" Suppo…

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Firebirds Weekly: Colby Byrd and Josh Zacher 48:57

28d ago48:57

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Albany Firebirds offensive lineman Colby Byrd and Josh Zacher join The Nest to talk about thier football paths.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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The Nest Postgame Show: Isiah Scott 22:52

28d ago22:52

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Isiah Scott joins The Nest Post Game Show to talk about Albany's thrilling OT win over the Salina Liberty.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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38. Should We Be Using AI to Predict Patient Preferences? With Nicholas Makins 43:53

30d ago43:53

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This episode is part of what's becoming a bit of an informal series of Ethics Untangled episodes, on ethical issues relating to artificial intelligence applications. The particular application we're looking at this time comes from a healthcare setting, and is called a Patient Preference Predictor. It's a proposed way of using an algorithmic system …

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"Best Of" Series-Musical Standup Comedy w/Bob Saget, Dana Carvey, Denny Johnston, & Yakov Smirnoff Show #252 28:43

1M ago28:43

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Send us a text Part of the "Best Of" Series...This special show features 6 standup comics all using music to make you Laugh. From Bob Saget to Yakov Smirnoff, they all did some music in their live sets; and on this show we share that music. You'll hear comics Tim O'Rourke, Dana Carvey, Denny Johnston, Paul Robins, Bob Saget, and Yakov all sing and …

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Jokes by Seinfeld, Ronny Kenny, and Interview of Yakov Smirnoff Podcast Trailer #1 2:49

1M ago2:49

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Send us a text Short trailer for the podcast, that explains the shows with material from Jerry Seinfeld (regular at my comedy clubs), Ronney Kenny (Comedy Store Talent and Friend), and sample from great interview with Famous Russian Comic Yakov Smirnoff, who is still performing and has his own theater in Branson Missouri. Support the show www.Stand…

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Firebirds Weekly: Zeke Rose & Robert McCoy Jr. 28:38

1M ago28:38

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Albany Firebirds defensive lineman Zeke Rose and Quarterback Robert McCoy Jr, join the Nest to talk about their football careers. Zeke and Robert describes what being a Albany Firebird means to them.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Susan Morrison, Author "LORNE, The Man Who Invented SNL" Show #251 35:39

1M ago35:39

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Send us a text Susan Morrison, a seasoned writer at The New Yorker with a rich background in cultural journalism, has crafted an insightful biography titled "Lorne Michaels, the Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live." Her admiration for Michaels' profound impact on American culture and standup comedy through SNL inspired her to explore the enigmatic…

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Mike Lukas "The Business of Standup Comedy" Book - Bonus Show #123 10:41

1M ago10:41

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Send us a text Mike Lukas is a seasoned stand-up comic with over 24 years of experience and the author of "The Business of Comedy," a standup comedy book that fills a crucial gap in the industry by focusing on the often-overlooked business side of comedy. As an instructor at the Dallas Comedy Club, Lukas emphasizes the importance of understanding o…

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The Let Them Theory 53:44

1M ago53:44

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Peter and Michael discuss The Let Them Theory, a self-help guide to seeking bliss through unmitigated complacency. Where to find us: Peter's newsletter Peter's other podcast, 5-4 Mike's other podcast, Maintenance Phase Sources: How to stop screwing yourself over Mel Robbins and Plagiarism Let her? Army wife claims Mel Robbins stole her idea for blo…

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Firebirds Weekly: Isaiah Hardy 28:03

1M ago28:03

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Isaiah Hardy offensive lineman for the Albany Firebirds joins the show to talk about his path to Albany. From New Jersey to West Virgina to San Antonio and a few more stops along the way.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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37. What Is Relationship Anarchy? With Natasha McKeever and Luke Brunning 53:04

2M ago53:04

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Relationship anarchy is a radical approach to relationships that goes beyond just rejecting traditional monogamy. Relationship anarchists believe that relationships should never involve having power over each other, in the form of holding each other to obligations. So, for example, relationship anarchists reject the idea of restricting one's partne…

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Wendy Liebman & Tom McTigue "Standup Comedy Live on Stage" Show #250 16:36

2M ago16:36

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Send us a text We have comedienne Wendy Liebman and standup comic/actor Tom McTigue as our comedy guests this week. They share loads of standup comedy material, and each in their unique way. Both played my club "Laughs Unlimited" back in the day, and both have had wonderful careers thanks to standup comedy. Listen, Laugh, & Share! Wendy Liebman and…

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The Nest Post Game Show: Mike Lee 16:22

2M ago16:22

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Albany Firebirds Defensive Back Mike Lee joins the show to talk about the 62-24 victory over the Billings OutlawsBy Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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The Nest Pregame Show: Jeff Fisher and Steve Titus 16:22

2M ago16:22

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AF1 Commissioner Jeff Fisher and Billings Outlaws Owner Steve Titus joins The Nest to talk about the big matchup between Albany and BillingsBy Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Derrick "Bones" Jones 21:02

2M ago21:02

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Derrick "Bones" Jones joins The Nest to talk his path in professional football. Starting at Ole Miss and what it was like to be drarted in the 2017 NFL Draft in the 6th round by the New Yorks Jets.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Hollywood and The Pentagon with Tom Secker 33:31

2M ago33:31

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It probably won’t come as much of a surprise that the Pentagon was involved in the making of Top Gun. What may be more surprising is the sheer scope of film and television projects the Pentagon has had a hand in—and just how deeply involved it is in the production process. From Pitch Perfect 3 to the reality show Wife Swap, today we’ll explore how …

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"Best Of" Series- John Pate/Pat Paulsen- Interview, Standup Comedy, and the Almost President- Show #249 45:21

2M ago45:21

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Send us a text John Pate and Pat Paulsen, two respected figures in the comedy world, both have distinct perspectives on being a standup comic and the invaluable role of comedy clubs in shaping their careers. John Pate fondly remembers his performances at LAUGHS Unlimited, appreciating the vibrant atmosphere and the opportunities that the comedy clu…

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The Nest Pregame Show Albany @ Salina 26:18

2M ago26:18

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Adam and Chris are joined by Off The Wall Podcast to preview the Albany vs Salina Liberty. The guys breakdown the keys of the game.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Darien Townsend & Sam Castronova 29:29

2M ago29:29

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Darien Townsend and Sam Castronova joins The Nest to talk about their football lives, discuss successes and challenges on their way to the Albany FirebirdsBy Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Week One Preview 20:54

2M ago20:54

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Adam and Chris are LIVE! From the Albany Firebirds Watch Party at The Recovery Sports Grill in Albany to preview the Kats game in Nashville.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Harold Love 32:34

2M ago32:34

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Defensive Harlove joins The Nest talk about his football journey that has taken him all over the country including a landing with the Seatle Seahawks.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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The Nest Postgame Show Albany @ Nashville 20:27

2M ago20:27

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Adam and Chris breakdown the big 78-20 win for Albany over Southwest Kansas. Duane Brown joins the show to talk about his four touchdown debut.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Jamall Hickbottom & Henry Nell 56:05

2M ago56:05

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Jamall Hickbottom and Henry Nell stopped by The Nest to tell their footballstory. Both are away from home, Jamallfrom Alabama and Henry from South Africa. As different as they may appearthey are one of the same as Albany FirebirdsBy Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Jake LeBree 34:55

2M ago34:55

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Jake LeBree, CEO of the Albany Firebirds, joins The Nest to share insights into his career path, the influence of football on his professional development, and the organization's upcoming promotions, including the MVP package, in anticipation of the March 21 kickoff.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Jeff Levack 1:03:57

2M ago1:03:57

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Albany Firebirds President Jeff Levack joins the show to discuss how fans can access every game, highlighting the growing excitement for arena football's kickoff. Topics include uniform design, travel arrangements, and unique community support for players, as well as block parties, player retention in Albany, and his daily responsibilities as presi…

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Firebirds Weekly: Brian Rhatigan 31:48

2M ago31:48

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Brian Rhatigan joins The Nest to talk about his position as In-Game Host for the Albany Firebirds, reflecting on how sports have shaped hislife and his appreciation for the chance to do what he loves.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Grace Gionta 31:47

2M ago31:47

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Grace Gionta, Firebirds Flames, joins the show to discuss her experiences in cheerleading, the opportunities it has presented, and her journey to becoming a coach.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Stephen Lownsbury 27:10

2M ago27:10

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Stephen Lownsbury joins the show, to talk about his love for the Albany Firebirds and his dedication to the team. Stephen is one of the founding members of the Flock Support earning the nickname “Father Flocker”. Stephen explains how it got startedand what they do for the players.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Damon Ware 1:05:42

2M ago1:05:42

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Damon Ware, Head Coach and General Manager of the Albany Firebirds, provides insight into his coaching background, ambitions for creating a coaching legacy, his experience with the Bill Walsh Fellowship, his time with the Saints, managing training camp workload, overseeing business aspects, and acknowledging the overwhelming support of the Albany f…

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Firebirds Weekly: DJ Walden 26:02

2M ago26:02

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DJ Walden joins The Nest, where he shares lessons learned from overcoming adversity in football and adapting to navigate the pandemic, highlighting the importance of being versatile on the field and embracing new roles in pursuit of goals.By Adam Samrov and Chris Cipperley

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Firebirds Weekly: Marquel Wade 25:21

2M ago25:21

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Marquel Wade joins the show to discuss his journey to Albany, including a stop in Arkansas, his experiences playing in other cities, what makes Albany unique, and his enthusiasm for playing under Coach Ware and the Firebirds, as well as his thoughts on an overdue championship coming to the capital district.…

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