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A Close One on 'The Challenge All Stars: Rivals' | "An Un-Rivaled Twist"

A Close One on 'The Challenge All Stars: Rivals' | "An Un-Rivaled Twist"

It's the finale of "The Challenge All Stars: Rivals," the season concludes with a less physically demanding but politically charged competit...

Mind Reading Is Amazing on 'The Challenge All Stars: Rivals' | "This Is Why We're Rivals"

Mind Reading Is Amazing on 'The Challenge All Stars: Rivals' | "This Is Why We're Rivals"

Mind reading pairs make for good rivals in this week's episode of 'The Challenge All Stars: Rivals.'

More This, Less That on 'The Challenge All Stars: Rivals' | "Star-Crossed Rivals"

More This, Less That on 'The Challenge All Stars: Rivals' | "Star-Crossed Rivals"

'The Challenge All Stars: Rivals' attempts to find balance but misses what works.

The Man Behind the Curtain

The Man Behind the Curtain

Unmasking hidden power, censorship, and cultural control in modern America.

Ideal Antics on 'The Challenge All Stars: Rivals' | "You D-Rival Me Crazy"

Ideal Antics on 'The Challenge All Stars: Rivals' | "You D-Rival Me Crazy"

One player's antics steal the show, another competitor makes a baffling move, and the series needs a twist on this week's episode of 'The Ch...

In Memory of Lauren Beck

In Memory of Lauren Beck

Editor Samantha Simmons eulogized Lauren Beck, author of the "Ren Reads" column.

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The Good, The Bad, and 'The White Lotus' Finale; Plus, a Plethora of TV
Taking It DownApril 15, 2025x
240
57:5192.69 MB

The Good, The Bad, and 'The White Lotus' Finale; Plus, a Plethora of TV

Blaine, Adam, and Donovan gather together again before a week off. As always, the episode begins with a section devoted to non-spoilers: Blaine offers a welcome and some episode notes for the week (0...

'Adolecence' Is The Must-See TV Show
Taking It DownApril 10, 2025x
239
47:4965.67 MB

'Adolecence' Is The Must-See TV Show

We welcome people who listen as we normally do (0:02). We give the contents of this episode (1:06). For this special Thursday episode, it's almost all of Netflix's 'Adolescence' as it is the only ser...

'Good American Family' Defies Stereotypes; 'The White Lotus' Asks Its Deepest Questions Yet
Taking It DownApril 08, 2025x
238
42:0367.37 MB

'Good American Family' Defies Stereotypes; 'The White Lotus' Asks Its Deepest Questions Yet

This week, Taking It Down begins with a welcome and how to help if you enjoy the episode (0:01). Also in the introduction is an overview of what the episode covers (1:38). From there, Blaine begins t...

Paige Buckets
Takin' On SportsApril 08, 2025
104
56:2177.39 MB

Paige Buckets

A day late but got it out. We talk Final Fourses, including UConn's dominant run to their 12th women's title, and the exciting men's semifinals. We also previewed the men's title game, because we rec...

The Darker Approach of 'The White Lotus'; Plus, What News on 'The Pitt' Says for TV
Taking It DownApril 01, 2025x
237
42:1667.72 MB

The Darker Approach of 'The White Lotus'; Plus, What News on 'The Pitt' Says for TV

This week on Taking It Down, host Blaine begins with a welcome and how listeners can help the podcast (0:01). Once co-host Adam joins, the podcast begins its non-spoiler section as the two hosts ques...

Build The Arena, Greg Byrne
Takin' On SportsMarch 31, 2025
103
01:23:36114.8 MB

Build The Arena, Greg Byrne

A disappointing end to an otherwise fantastic Alabama hoops season, for both the men and women. There were records and hearts broken this week for the kids in crimson, but we are in a golden age of A...

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Taking it…

…up with taking it down. I watch what they watch and I sometimes think what they think. But often I don’t think what they think so I listen to their well considered opinions! Check out Taking It Down! Don’t take it up with me! Listen to them.

Apple Podcasts
Wow!

Such a great podcast!!! Amazing job Mr. Duncan!

Apple Podcasts
Enjoyed first episode

You had me until Hotty Totty. :). Auburn class of 1983! Although my niece is ole miss 2020

Apple Podcasts
Well Done

It’s a fresh, exciting, and fun perspective on sports. A great addition to my podcast listening!